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Graduate Certificate in Global Food and Agricultural Business

Campus North Terrace Campus
Waite Campus

Degree Type Graduate Certificate

Duration 6 months full-time or part-time? equiv.

SATAC Code 3GC052

2009
ATAR N/A

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  • Program Outline

    The Global Food and Agricultural Business (GFAB) postgraduate programs enable students to develop the conceptual and practical skills necessary for agribusiness.

    The selection of courses enable students to gain fundamental competencies, while at the same time providing the flexibility to tailor their program to their individual background and career objectives. For example, students may focus on specific interests from value chain management or marketing to natural resource issues or agricultural policy analysis.

  • Program Structure

    The program involves 4, 3-unit foundation courses in the School of Agriculture, Food and Wine and in the Business School (12 units in total). Successful students have the opportunity to  apply to upgrade to a 24 unit Graduate Diploma or the 48 unit Masters Program in GFAB with credit for their studies in the Graduate Certificate.

  • Assessment

    Exams, written and oral assignments and investigative projects; includes both group and individual participation.

     

  • Admission and Fee Information

    Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
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    Domestic applicants

    Not a domestic applicant? ?

    SATAC Code 3GC052
    Tuition fees ?
    Commonwealth-supported place: $4,429 for 6 months
    Mid-year entry? Yes
    Enquiries Student Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Graduate entry only.
    You can gain automatic entry with a completed Bachelors degree in Agriculture, Business or Agribusiness. Applicants with a completed Bachelors degree in an unrelated area will be assessed by the Faculty.
    How to Apply ?
    SATAC Code: 3GC052

    International applicants

    Not an international applicant? ?

    IELTS Overall 6 [more info]
    Tuition fee ? International student place: $12,600 for 6 months
    Enquiries Student Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Graduate entry only
    Equivalent Scores
    IELTS
    Overall
    Reading
    Listening
    Speaking
    Writing
    6
    5.5
    5.5
    6
    6
    How to Apply ?

    International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

    Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results? ?

    Tuition fee ? International student place: $12,600 for 6 months
    Enquiries Student Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Graduate entry only
  • Study Plans

    The study plans ? given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2010 (refer to the program rules). Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.

    Courses:
    To qualify for the award of Graduate Certificate in Global Food and Agricultural Business, a candidate shall satisfactorily complete courses to the value of 12 units from the list below:

    Foundation courses to the value of 9 units:

    Elective courses to the value of 3 units chosen from:

     
  • Career Opportunities

    Students are trained for careers in the increasingly complex and diverse local, national, and global value chain networks, including food retailers, food processors, banks and financial agencies, agricultural consultancy services, research centres, input suppliers and both government and non-government organizations.

     

    Potential careers

    Advertising / Wine Promoter, Management Consultant, Manager / Business Management, Market Researcher, Marketing - Agriculture, Food & Wine, Bioinformatics, Export / Import trade, Government Officer, Government or Corporate Policy Adviser, International Trade or Business Analyst

  • Further Information

    Please direct enquiries to the Student Centre
    Phone: +61 8 8313 7335 (toll free 1800 061 459)

    The annual Open Day and Information Night events provide an excellent opportunity to see our campus, meet with academics, and discuss your study options.

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Last updated: Monday, 25 Jul 2011

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