Graduate Certificate of
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Graduate Certificate of Business Research

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Description

business-researchThe goal of the Graduate Certificate of Business Research is to increase the research skills of students who may wish to pursue further research study such as a MPhil or PhD. The University of Newcastle Graduate Certificate is a coursework program that focuses on research training. The program includes 20 units of research methods, and 20 units of dissertation preparation which includes literature review and research proposal. The program will develop in graduates analytical and critically self-reflective skills.

Career Opportunities

This program is not designed to provide commercial career opportunities as it is a skills enhancing program.

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Program and Fee Summary

Graduate Certificate of Business Research - Domestic Student

Note: this Program and Fee Summary is intended to provide an overview of the Program Requirements. It is the prospective Students responsibility to investigate the Program and Enrolment Terms and Conditions carefully prior to applying.

Program ID #12190
Program Schedule Trimester
Number of completed Courses to achieve Award 4
Average Course Cost $2850

Note: The course cost is averaged over a standard program. Refer to the Domestic Fee Schedule for details on fees for specific course costs.

Average Program Cost $11400

Note Average cost is for a standard program. Total cost will depend on specific courses completed within your program of study. Refer to the Domestic Fee Schedule for details on fees for specific course costs.
Next Intake Trimester 3, 2012
Application Closing Date 17/08/2012
Next Start Date 03/09/2012

Graduate Certificate of Business Research - International Student

Note: this Program and Fee Summary is intended to provide an overview of the Program Requirements. It is the prospective Students responsibility to investigate the Program and Enrolment Terms and Conditions carefully prior to applying.

Program ID #12190
Program Schedule Trimester
Number of completed Courses to achieve Award 4
Average Course Cost $3005

Note: The course cost is averaged over a standard program. Refer to the International Fee Schedule for details on fees for specific course costs.

Average Program Cost $12020

Note Average cost is for a standard program. Total cost will depend on specific courses completed within your program of study. Refer to the International Fee Schedule for details on fees for specific course costs.
Next Intake Trimester 3, 2012
Application Closing Date 17/08/2012
Next Start Date 03/09/2012

Faculty of Business and Law

Graduate Certificate of Business Research

Program Code12190
Graduate LevelPostgraduate
LocationsNewcastle (Callaghan)
CRICOS Code065593K
Contributing Schools and FacultiesFaculty of Business and Law

School of Business and Management

Admission Instructions:How to apply as a:
Mode of deliveryface to face on campus, and online

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Back to topDescription

The goal of the Graduate Certificate of Business Research is to increase the research skills of students who may wish to pursue further research study such as a MPhil or PhD.

The University of Newcastle Graduate Certificate is a coursework program that focuses on research training. The program includes 20 units of research methods, and 20 units of dissertation preparation which includes literature review and research proposal. The program will develop in graduates analytical and critically self-reflective skills.

Back to topCareer Opportunities

This program is not designed to provide commercial career opportunities as it is a skills enhancing program.

Back to topAdmission Requirements

A recognised Bachelors degree or a coursework Masters degree.

Back to topInternational Students

International students will be supported by the University and Newcastle Business School's current support mechanisms. There will be a requirement for a minimum 6.5 IELTS result or equivalent.

Back to topSpecial Needs

Students will a disability or chronic illness will have their needs met by the NBS in liaison with the Student Support Unit. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students will draw on the assistance and support provided by the Indigenous Higher Education Centre, Umuliko.

Back to topAdditional Information

The Graduate Certificate of Business Research is designed for students without the necessary research skills to undertake a postgraduate research degree. The program will also allow a point of exit for students of the DBA program who are unable to complete their dissertation.

Back to topRequirements and Structure

The Graduate Certificate program is offered over one semester of full-time study. The program requires completion of four (40 units) research training courses including two research methods courses, literature review (10 units) and research proposal (10 units).

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Back to topCore Courses
Complete the following core courses to fulfil the requirements of this program.
GSBR6201Research Methods 1
Trimester 1 (GradSchool)
Semester 1 (Callaghan)
Block 4 (Hong Kong)
Semester 2 (Callaghan)
Trimester 3 (GradSchool)		10 units
GSBR6202Research Methods II
Semester 1 (Callaghan)
Trimester 2 (GradSchool)
Block 5 (Hong Kong)
Semester 2 (Callaghan)
Trimester 3 (GradSchool)		10 units
GSBR6203Literature Review
Semester 1 (Callaghan)
Block 3 (Hong Kong)
Trimester 2 (GradSchool)
Semester 2 (Callaghan)		10 units
GSBR6204Research Proposal
Trimester 1 (GradSchool)
Semester 1 (Callaghan)
Semester 2 (Callaghan)
Trimester 3 (GradSchool)
Block 6 (Hong Kong)		10 units