Program handbook

Description

The Graduate Certificate in Marketing is designed to give students the opportunity to better evaluate existing and potential markets and to develop strategies that achieve organisational outcomes appropriate for the Australian and international business environment. Students will develop a solid understanding of the theoretical underpinnings of marketing and how they are applied in all contexts.

The Graduate Certificate and Master of Marketing have been developed for students with little or no background in the discipline or those wishing to upgrade their existing knowledge in the field.


Program learning outcomes

On successful completion of the program students will have:

  • Effective oral and written skills to communicate complex marketing information to a variety of audiences.
  • Effective independent and collaborative work skills to apply specialised knowledge and expert judgement to marketing tasks
  • Critical thinking and analytical problem solving skills to be able to justify sound marketing solutions
  • Specialised knowledge of theories, models and concepts relevant to marketing management and be proficient in their application
  • Skills to apply relevant theories, principles and methodologies to research in marketing resource management

Details

Information correct as atApr 20, 2024 12:54 am
Program code40136
AQF level

Level 8 Graduate Certificate

Locations and UAC codes
Mode of delivery
  • Face to Face
  • Online
Duration
  • Australian students - 0.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent.
  • International students - 0.5 years full-time.
Term typeTrimesters
Fees
Relevant University rules and policies
CRICOS Code027423K

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Admission information

Admission requirements

Entry into the Graduate Certificate in Marketing (40 units) will be available for applicants who have:

  • 3 year Bachelors Degree; or
  • 3 year Diploma in a related field; or
  • 3 year Diploma not in a related field + 1 year relevant organisational experience; or
  • 2 year Diploma in a related field + 2 years relevant organisational experience; or
  • 2 year Diploma not in a related field + 3 years relevant organisational experience; or
  • At least 5 years relevant organisational experience.

*related fields include accounting, business, commerce, communication, economics, finance, human resource management, industrial relations, management, or marketing.

Only after the successful completion of the Graduate Certificate students will be eligible to formally enrol in the Masters Program. They will, however, receive 40 units credit by virtue of the studies they will have already completed. Therefore they will be required to do an additional 80 units to complete their Masters Degree.

English Language Requirements

All Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University’s English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy here.

  • IELTS Overall Minimum: 6.5
  • IELTS Sub Test Minimum: 6

Credit transfer

If you wish to apply for credit for studies completed at another institution, or if you are changing programs within the University and wish to transfer your credit to the new program, visit the University's credit website for more information on applying for credit.


Professional recognition

Australian Marketing Institute

The Graduate Certificate in Marketing is accredited by the Australian Marketing Institute (AMI)https://ami.org.au/training/accreditation-and-endorsement/


Academic requirements for program completion

Total units required

40 units

Program duration

0.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent up to 3 years maximum.

International students studying this program on campus are required to enrol full time to comply with their student visa requirements and complete their study in the standard minimum program duration. International students requiring enrolment advice should review the program plan corresponding to the semester and year of commencement and can contact their Program Advisor at ProgramAdvice@newcastle.edu.au

Program requirements

The Graduate Certificate in Marketing requires students to successfully complete 40 units, which is comprised of: 

  • 30 units of core courses; 
  • 10 units of courses chosen from the course list.

Program planner

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Transition arrangements

This program replaces program 11041. Any students who wish to transfer to the new program should seek advice from the Progam Advisor at programadvice@newcastle.edu.au. Students wishing to complete the existing program (11041) will be able to complete the program as all of the courses will still be offered.


Program structure

Students can plan their program using Program Planner. It is recommended students review the program handbook in conjunction with using Program Planner.

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Core Courses

Students must complete all the core courses

CodeTitleTerm / Location Units
GSBS6001Managing Under Uncertainty
  • Trimester 1 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
  • Trimester 1 - 2024 (NAIHES)
  • Trimester 1 - 2024 (Online)
  • Trimester 2 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
  • Trimester 2 - 2024 (NAIHES)
  • Trimester 2 - 2024 (Newcastle City Precinct)
  • Trimester 2 - 2024 (Sydney CBD)
  • Trimester 3 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
  • Trimester 3 - 2024 (Online)
10 units
GSBS6005Marketing Management and Planning
  • Trimester 1 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
  • Trimester 1 - 2024 (Newcastle City Precinct)
  • Trimester 1 - 2024 (Online)
  • Trimester 1 - 2024 (Sydney CBD)
  • Trimester 2 - 2024 (Newcastle City Precinct)
  • Trimester 2 - 2024 (Online)
  • Trimester 2 - 2024 (Sydney CBD)
  • Trimester 3 - 2024 (Newcastle City Precinct)
  • Trimester 3 - 2024 (Online)
  • Trimester 3 - 2024 (Sydney CBD)
10 units
GSBS6013Customer Decision Making and Behaviour
  • Trimester 1 - 2024 (Online)
  • Trimester 2 - 2024 (Newcastle City Precinct)
  • Trimester 3 - 2024 (Online)
10 units

Course List

Students must complete one course (10 units) from the course list

CodeTitleTerm / Location Units
GSBS6014Digital Marketing
  • Trimester 1 - 2024 (NAIHES)
  • Trimester 1 - 2024 (Newcastle City Precinct)
  • Trimester 2 - 2024 (Online)
  • Trimester 3 - 2024 (Newcastle City Precinct)
10 units
GSBS6015Services and Relationship Marketing Management
  • Trimester 1 - 2024 (Online)
  • Trimester 2 - 2024 (Newcastle City Precinct)
  • Trimester 3 - 2024 (Online)
10 units
GSBS6300Integrated Marketing Communications
  • Trimester 1 - 2024 (Newcastle City Precinct)
  • Trimester 2 - 2024 (Online)
  • Trimester 3 - 2024 (Online)
10 units
GSBS6301Brand Development and Marketing
  • Trimester 1 - 2024 (Online)
  • Trimester 2 - 2024 (Online)
  • Trimester 3 - 2024 (Newcastle City Precinct)
10 units
GSBS6505Marketing Research in Practice
  • Trimester 1 - 2024 (Online)
  • Trimester 2 - 2024 (Newcastle City Precinct)
  • Trimester 3 - 2024 (Online)
10 units

Additional information

Through the Pathways and Academic Learning Support Centre, students can access a free suite of NUPrep preparation courses as well as Academic Learning Support.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students can draw on the assistance and support provided by the Indigenous Student Support and Development service through the Wollotuka Institute.


International students

All International Students enrolled in the program will be provided with an orientation to familiarise them with the rules, expectations, facilities and services offered by the University. Please visit our International Students website to find out more about the support services available to international students.


Additional support

AccessAbility provides advice and reasonable adjustments to Students with a medical or health condition or disability. If you require adjustments to undertake your program, contact the Student Support Advisors - AccessAbility before semester or early in the semester. They will work with the College or School to ensure that this happens in a timely manner.

Please note: All students must fulfil the inherent requirements of the programs and courses they are undertaking. While reasonable adjustments can be made, these adjustments cannot compromise academic integrity. It is the student's responsibility to check all the requirements of courses, and consider the effects of any medical condition or disability on their ability to complete course requirements. More information is available online.