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Overview
The Graduate Certificate of Sustainable Enterprise will allow you to develop your knowledge and understanding of sustainable business practices. This course will guide you through how business can operate both profitably and in a manner that supports society, the economy and the environment.
Completion of this course provides a pathway into the Master of Business Administration Sustainable Enterprise.
Credit transfers and advanced standing
Pathways
Pathways for Higher Education to Higher Education
For information about credit transfer available to students with complete or incomplete study at this or other Institutions refer to Pathways for Higher Education to Higher Education
Credit transfer
For further information on credit transfer and how to apply visit ASK CDU
Fees
Non-Commonwealth supported places
Full fee paying places are available in this course.
2022: Information about fees and charges can be found at Fees and Payments.
International tuition fees
The annual tuition fee for full time study is AUD $16,380.00. This equates to $4,095.00 per 10 credit point unit (0.125 EFTSL).
These fees are subject to increases annually, effective at the start of each calendar year.
You can find a list of International fees and payments you can expect to pay as part of your studies in Australia.
CDU offers a number of scholarships to international students to assist with the cost of study.
Why study business at CDU?
Learn from internationally recognised academics when you study Business at CDU. Future-proof your career with accredited courses built on sustainable business practices and innovation. You'll graduate ready to make an impact on the global market.
- Study online or on campus, full-time or part-time, however it suits you
- #2 Australian uni for undergraduate employment outcomes (GUG 2022)
- Industry experts with experience in Australia, the Asia Pacific and beyond
What will I study?
The Graduate Certificate of Sustainable Enterprise can be completed in a single semester of full-time study, or over a longer period part-time. Your study will include core understanding of sustainable enterprise and design thinking for sustainable innovation.
Course structure
You will be able to select specialist elective units from the Master of Business Administration Sustainable Enterprise that support your professional career. Your electives could be around finance, management, analytics, economics or or sustainability strategy.
A candidate must successfully complete units totalling 40 credit points (cp) as detailed below. All units are valued at 10 credit points unless indicated.
| Unit type | Credit Points | Specific requirements |
| Core Units (2 units) | 20cp | Compulsory Core units totalling 20 credit points as detailed below. BUS504 Sustainable Enterprise |
Specialist Elective
| 20cp
| Units totalling 20 credit points selected from the list of available units detailed below. BUS507 Global Market and Sustainability Strategy |
| 40cp | Total Credit Points |
Students who commenced in or after 2013
The grade of "PC" cannot be counted towards a Graduate Certificate AQF Level 8 course award.
Students should refer to the current Grading Policy and Common Course Rules for further information.
Study plan
Students Commencing in Semester 1
The recommended study plan provided below is suitable for a student commencing in semester 1 and enrolling in a standard full time load. Students entering this course with advanced standing, or wishing to vary their study plan due to work, personal, financial or other reasons should use these as a guide to create an individual study plan.
Full-time Study Plan
| Legend: | CO = Core Unit |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||
| Year 1 | |||
| BUS504 Sustainable Enterprise | SE | ||
| BUS505 Design Thinking for Sustainable Innovation | SE | ||
| Specialist elective 1 | SE | ||
| Specialist elective 2 | SE | ||
Study Plan for Students studying in ALICE SPRINGS or KATHERINE
| Intensive 1 | Intensive 2 | Intensive 3 | Intensive 4 |
| Year 1 (2022) | |||
| MAN514 Management for the Executive | BUS504 Sustainable Enterprise | BUS505 Design Thinking for Sustainable Innovation | BUS507 Global Marketing and Sustainability Strategy |
Students Commencing in Semester 2
The recommended study plan provided below is suitable for a student commencing in semester 2 and enrolling in a standard full time load. Students entering this course with advanced standing, or wishing to vary their study plan due to work, personal, financial or other reasons should use these as a guide to create an individual study plan.
Full-time Study Plan
| Legend: | CO = Core Unit |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||
| Year 1 | |||
| BUS504 Sustainable Enterprise | SE | ||
| BUS505 Design Thinking for Sustainable Innovation | SE | ||
| Specialist elective 1 | SE | ||
| Specialist elective 2 | SE | ||
Entry requirements
Admission criteria
Successful completion of a recognised bachelor degree, graduate certificate, graduate diploma, masters degree or equivalent international qualification.
Applicants who do not have one of the above qualifications, but who have at least four years full time appropriate experience in management roles will also be considered. Applicants must provide further documentation in the form of a curriculum vitae (CV), documented evidence from your employer detailing roles and responsibilities, and a statement of purpose addressing how the course will help you achieve your career aspirations.
International entry pathway
Applicants who have completed the CDU International Masters Qualifying Program (ZMQP01) or the Accelerated International Masters Qualifying Program (ZAMQP1) are eligible for entry.
Essential requirements
English language requirements
To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all Higher Education applicants must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study. International applicants will be required to supply evidence of this at the time of application.
The minimum English language requirement for this course is met by either undertaking previous education in an English-speaking country or undertaking one of the following English language tests and obtaining the minimum requirements listed below.
| IELTS Academic Module | A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0. |
| Cambridge Advanced English (CAE) | A minimum overall score of 176, with no skill below 169. |
| Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency | A minimum overall grade of C1, valid for three years from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU. |
| Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module | A minimum overall score of 58 with no score lower than 50. |
| TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT) | A minimum overall score of 79 with a minimum writing score of 21. |
* All tests are valid for two years from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU, unless otherwise specified.
* Where applicable, international applicants must also satisfy the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) English language requirements for student visa applications.
Do you have a question regarding English requirements at CDU? Please email: international@cdu.edu.au.
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Inherent Requirements
There are inherent requirements for this course. Students must read and understand the requirements for this course.
Australian qualification framework
This course is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 8.
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International applications
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