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Learning Mode
Undergraduate
Qualification
6 Months full-time
Duration
Mar, Jul, Nov
Start Dates
4
Units
$2,174*
Fees Per Unit
The Undergraduate Certificate of Business with Swinburne Online is a nationally accredited qualification that gives you practical business foundations and can be completed in as little as six months.
You’ll learn how to think strategically, communicate with confidence, and make decisions that hold up under pressure. One core unit builds your innovation and communication skills, while three elective units let you shape the course around your interests – whether that’s finance, marketing, sustainability, digital business, or management.
This qualification is built for people who want to enter the business sector or take their first step towards a full bachelor’s degree without committing to three years upfront. It also provides a recognised pathway into the Bachelor of Business for students who don’t yet meet the standard entry requirements.
How You’ll Study
‘The online flexibility has been a game changer for me. I have no idea where I would be without the ability to study when and how I need to. I have taken my work interstate, overseas, anywhere you can think of.’
Corey, Swinburne Online graduate
Our Business courses have been ranked #1 in Melbourne for the highest UG graduate salary by QILT 2025.
Our Business courses have been ranked in the Top 175 by THE World University Rankings 2026.
Our Business courses have been ranked in the Top 175 by THE World University Rankings 2026.
To be awarded the Undergraduate Certificate of Business you must complete four units in total made up of:
Students must meet any of the below criteria in order to enter this course:
This course is not available to international students.
Want to discuss your eligibility for the Undergraduate Certificate of Business? Get in touch with our Course Consultant team on 1300 069 765 to discuss more today!
We have plenty of resources to help you! Visit our Applying and Enrolling FAQs or chat with a Course Consultant for advice on your specific situation.
Students must meet any of the below criteria in order to enter this course:
This course is not available to international students.
Want to discuss your eligibility for the Undergraduate Certificate of Business? Get in touch with our Course Consultant team on 1300 069 765 to discuss more today!
We have plenty of resources to help you! Visit our Applying and Enrolling FAQs or chat with a Course Consultant for advice on your specific situation.
*Note: Unit fees may change each year.
There are several ways to help manage your course fees:
Please contact our Course Consultants to find out if you’re eligible for financial support.
There are a variety of Swinburne Scholarships to help reduce your costs.
Scholarships are available for both new and current students.
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Student Scholarships
There are a range of scholarships available to support Indigenous students in minimising the costs of study materials, accommodation, relocation and more.
How it works:
1. Check eligibility
2. Gather the relevant documentation
3. Produce a personal statement
4. Obtain your references
5. Apply online here
Please contact our Course Consultants to find out if you’re eligible for Swinburne Scholarships.
Credit for prior study:
Services & amenities fee:
For more details on scholarships and financial support, speak with our Course Consultant team today!
The Undergraduate Certificate of Business equips students with foundational skills essential for any professional career, while also offering an alternative pathway to future study.
Each degree is thoughtfully designed for online learning, ensuring your experience is fulfilling and supported. At Swinburne Online, we want to ensure that your journey with us is a success. Our team of academic and online experts have developed engaging, media-rich course materials using cutting-edge digital technology and advanced teaching resources.
What you’ll use Canvas for:
Think of the Student Hub as your online campus, where you will be able to:
You are supported at every stage of your journey with Swinburne Online.
You’ll have access to:
If you’re an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander student, you can access dedicated support through Swinburne’s Moondani Toombadool Centre. Moondani Toombadool means ‘embracing teaching and learning’ in the Woiwurrung language of the Wurundjeri People!
Support available includes:
Learn more about the Moondani Toombadool Centre.
Download a course guide
The suite of Swinburne Online Business degrees provides students with the opportunity to forge connections within the industry. Students hear from industry leaders and work with real-life clients with demonstrated experience within their respective fields, such as SEEK.
