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Graduate Certificate in Environmental and Business Management
This degree is part of the programs offering government subsidised places
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Duration0.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent up to 3 years maximum.0.5 years full-time.
Mode of deliveryOnline
Start datesTrimester 1 (29 Jan 2024), Trimester 2 (13 May 2024), Trimester 3 (26 Aug 2024),
Trimester 1 (29 Jan 2024), Trimester 2 (13 May 2024), Trimester 3 (26 Aug 2024),
FeesCommonwealth supported places are available.
Find information about indicative course and program fees.AUD 21,755 (indicative annual fee, 2024)
Indicative annual fees are based on a full year full time load (40 units). Find out more about fees
Find information about indicative course and program fees.AUD 21,755 (indicative annual fee, 2024)
Indicative annual fees are based on a full year full time load (40 units). Find out more about fees
Program Code12326
Study Environmental and Business Management
The University of Newcastle Graduate's Certificate in Environmental and Business Management is geared toward the emerging requirement for sound environmental management as part of the overall business process. It includes a unique blend of environmental courses that focus on key principles of environmental management, sustainability and climate change, together with core business courses that will broaden your understanding of topics such as human resource management, corporate finance and project management.
Upon graduating, you will possess a unique combination of environmental and business skills that will prepare you to pursue your passion for environmental science or to gain a deeper understanding of the environmental issues directly influencing your workplace.
Why study with us?
- Learn from some of the best in the field - our environmental experts will challenge you and help you build your environmental and business management skills so you can take on more senior roles developing environmental management plans and strategies.
- Enhance your existing environmental knowledge - if your employment background is in the field of science, engineering, natural resource and business, or if you have qualifications or experience in conservation planning, forestry, marine science or urban and regional planning, you are encouraged to apply.
- Get practical experience while you study - you will conduct practical course work that is designed to assist you grow your skill set and develop your business acumen.
- Save up to 60% with a commonwealth-supported place
- Receive United Nations certification – complete core and directed courses that are certified by CIFAL Newcastle and the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR).
Ranked 1
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in Australia for skills development
World top 200
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for Environmental Sciences
93.9%
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rate our teaching quality highly
What you will study
The University of Newcastle Graduate Certificate in Environmental and Business Management will provide you with a sound understanding of current environmental issues that impact the decisions you make as a manager, and how managing these issues can be integrated into broader corporate strategies.
You will learn the theory, philosophy and practice of environmental management within a policy and problem solving framework. You will also have the opportunity to learn basic legislative and policy requirements for environmental protection in Australian and international contexts, and gain an understanding of how global climate change influences policy development relevant to business practice.
Courses to support your drive and direction include:
- Business and the Natural Environment
- Environmental Management
- Environmental Legislation and Policy
Career
Career opportunities
The Graduate Certificate in Environmental and Business Management provides you with a unique combination of heightened knowledge and skills that are useful for enhancing, advancing or even changing career paths. The importance of high-level business management skills within an environmental context cannot be underestimated and will continue to make graduates from this program attractive to future employers.
This online program will suit students who are already working for non-government organisations, government or the private sector. Depending on your area of specialisation, you may wish to transition into policy development, natural resource management, environmental and social impact assessment or systems modelling.
Professional recognition
Both our Environmental Legislation and Policy (ENVS6510) and Environmental Management (ENVS6530) courses have been awarded UNITAR-CIFAL certification. *
* CIFAL Newcastle is one of 22 United Nations affiliated training centres around the world. It runs training and leadership programs for students, professionals, government officials and members of the community.
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You will be considered for entry based on criteria such as your undergraduate studies and/or equivalent prior learning and/or relevant work experience.
Other things to consider
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Students with an AQF Level 7 Bachelor degree or an AQF Level 8 Bachelor Honours degree are eligible for admission to the program. In special circumstances, an applicant holding other acceptable academic or professional qualifications and relevant work experience may be admitted as a candidate for the program.
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