This program is under review and will not be offered to commencing students in 2013. 

The ability to rapidly commercialise new knowledge is essential for competitive advantage in dynamically changing private and public sector environments. Commercialisation is the key to the reinvention of organisations and the basis for the creation of new knowledge-based enterprises.

The program is aimed at professionals from all discipline, industry and functional backgrounds who want to drive innovation, growth and commercialisation outcomes in local and global arenas.

The Graduate Certificate in Science and Technology Commercialisation is available in two flexible delivery modes designed to meet the needs of busy professionals: internally via face-to-face intensive sessions and online.

The Graduate Certificate consists of courses to the value of 12 units including 9 units of core courses and 3 units of electives.

Coursework, project work and assignments.

Science and Technology Commercialisation

Commercialisation programs have many successful graduates in small and large firms as well as public sector organisations in Australia and abroad. Graduates are equipped with the skills to make informed technology management and planning decisions and successfully bring new knowledge to market, thereby starting or developing high technology ventures, creating spin-off companies or alternatively growing new revenue streams for their employers.

• Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised.
• The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner.
• An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems.
• Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication.
• A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies.
• A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life.
• A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community.
• An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities.

This degree has moved to the Faculty of the Professions, please note that the Program Rules are historically available through the Faculty of Engineering, Computer and Mathematical Sciences.

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