GC170 - Graduate Certificate in Analytics
Plan: GC170 - Graduate Certificate in Analytics
Campus: City Campus
Overview
Program detailsPurpose of the ProgramArticulation and pathwaysEntrance requirementsExternal accreditation and industry linksStudent expenses and charges in addition to feesLibrary, IT and specialist resourcesProgram details
Award title: Graduate Certificate in Analytics
Award abbreviation: GradCertAna
Total credit points: 48
Career: PGRD
Duration: 0.5 years full time, 1 year part time
Location: City Campus
Owning school: Science (171H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/our-education/academic-schools/science/
ASCED code: 020199
CRICOS code:
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
Analytics is an established quantitative field within both industry and higher education. With exponential growth in available data, the analytics discipline has emerged as a key field requiring skilled analysts. The Graduate Certificate in Analytics is designed to enable you to develop your critical knowledge of analytics and statistics, and your ability to apply this knowledge across a range of professions. The program will provide you with a foundation to develop your analytical capability further through your professional practice and/or further study.
This program is delivered on campus; some courses may be available online.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
Pathways:
After completing the Graduate Certificate in Analytics you are guaranteed entry into the Master of Analytics (MC242) and carry over all credits achieved in GC170.
If you successfully complete 48cp of MC242, you may opt to exit the program with the following graduate certificate: GC170 Graduate Certificate in Analytics.
Top of pageEntrance requirements
Program Entry Requirements:
An Australian Bachelor degree (AQF 7) or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution
OR
No formal qualification but a minimum of 5 years full time work experience in an industry setting
International qualifications are assessed according to the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
English language Requirements:
IELTS - 6.5+ (no band less than 6.0) For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Analytics program who have also completed a Bachelor of Mathematics or Bachelor of Statistics/Analytics are eligible to apply for membership of the Statistical Society of Australia, the American Statistical Association, the Australian Society for Operations Research and the Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences.
The objective of the Statistical Society of Australia is to further the study, application and good practice of statistical theory and methods in all branches of learning and enterprise. The primary objective of accreditation is to indicate to the non-statistical community that the holder has achieved an acceptable level of professional competence in the understanding and application of statistical methods and is bound by the Code of Conduct of the SSAI. The American Statistical Association is the world’s largest community of statisticians and supports excellence in the development, application and dissemination of statistical science through meetings, publications, membership services, education, accreditation and advocacy.
The Australian Society For Operations Research serves the professional needs of OR analysts, managers, students and educators by publishing a National Bulletin and National and Chapter Newsletters. The society also serves as a focal point for operations researchers to communicate with each other and to reach out to other professional societies. The Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences is the leading association for professionals in the fields of operations research, management science, and analytics.
More infomation about these organisations can be obtained by visiting their websites.
The Graduate Certificate in Analytics is formally linked to industry through its Industry Advisory Committee (IAC), and through various consulting and research projects undertaken by staff. Members of the IAC provide valuable input and are a major driver for change in the program, particularly with regard to industry trends and future graduate capabilities, the use of state-of-the-art software, the introduction of specialisations and, most importantly, support for the introduction of work integrated learning (WIL).
Top of pageStudent expenses and charges in addition to fees
Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.
Top of pageLibrary, IT and specialist resources
Library resources and services
As a student enrolled in a program at RMIT University you can access the extensive services, facilities and study space provided by the Library. You can access books, journals and other course related materials such as DVDs, past exams, newspapers and e-books. Through our document delivery service you can also request items from any library in the world.
Computers for study are available at every Library site, where you can access the Internet, myRMIT or Library e-resources. If you have a laptop you can access the RMIT University wireless network in the Library.
Library staff can show you how to find information for your assignments or you can work through web-based tutorials or use our online Ask a Librarian service.
The Library is continually expanding our electronic collections to make it easier for you to get the information you need when you need it. All RMIT University students have unlimited access to quality electronic resources such as, e-books, e-journals and newspapers.
You can find more information on Library resources and services at: www.rmit.edu.au/library
Online learning tools and content
You can access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses at myRMIT.
Services available to you as a student at RMIT University
RMIT University provides a wide range of resources and opportunities to assist your learning and wellbeing so you can achieve your study and career goals.
Services are available face-to-face and online assisting with:
- transition to tertiary study and learning
- study skills, academic skills including literacy, mathematics and basic sciences if relevant
- enabling assistance if you have a disability, long-term medical condition or other form of disadvantage which may impact on your learning
- career development and employment
- living and wellbeing (including advice on health, housing and financial matters)
- opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad
- opportunities for participating in arts, sport, recreation and fitness activities, as well as student activism and university governance.
We also offer a friendly and supportive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. You can find more information at: www.rmit.edu.au/students
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