University of Queensland
Graduate Certificate in Business Psychology
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 12 months part-time*
Enhance your leadership skills and influence by applying the principles of psychology.
Course overview
The Graduate Certificate in Business Psychology is designed for professionals who want to apply psychological principles to enhance leadership, performance and collaboration in the workplace, without the need for registration as a psychologist.
Regardless of your previous experience with psychology, this program is tailored to help you translate psychological insights into practical business outcomes, making work safer, more engaging and more rewarding.
Offered by one of the largest and most prestigious psychology schools in Australia, the program provides a unique blend of academic excellence and real-world application. You will benefit from exclusive coursework developed in collaboration with UQ’s Business School, ensuring a well-rounded and interdisciplinary learning experience.
This program has been thoughtfully designed to accommodate the needs of busy professionals. The Graduate Certificate consists of four part-time online courses, allowing you to balance your studies with work and other commitments.
Each course includes live online sessions, interactive self-paced modules and valuable opportunities to connect and network with peers, providing both flexibility and a strong sense of community.
Backed by a strong reputation for teaching, research and community impact, this program equips you with a broader professional skill set and network. You will explore how to make effective decisions under pressure, understand what truly motivates people and learn how to build and lead high-performing teams, all while opening doors to further study and new career pathways.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful difference in the workplace, the Graduate Certificate in Business Psychology is the right choice for you.
Key facts
What you will study
Students must complete a total of eight units comprising:
Core Courses
- Introduction to Psychology: Understanding How People Think, Feel and Act
- Performance Psychology: Unlocking Human Potential
- The Psychology of People at Work
- Ethical and Sustainable HR Strategies
Entry requirements
To be eligible for entry, you'll need:
- A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
- Organisational Development Consultant
- Organisational Change Manager
- Management Consultant
- Change Manager
- Change Analyst
- Change and Capability Specialist
- Human Resources Manager
- People and Culture Consultant
- Human Factors Specialist
- Human Factors Adviser
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative first-year fee in 2026: $18,780 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Student fees may vary in accordance with:
- The number of units studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Elective units.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee-paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.
