Behaviour Change - S4009
Graduate certificate
Do you need people to do things differently? Is influencing the behaviour of others an essential part of your work?
The greatest challenges facing humanity today, as well as many of the projects you may be working on in your more immediate context, are made up of behaviours. Are you confident that you are applying a rigorous, evidence-informed, and ethical approach to behaviour change?
The Graduate Certificate of Behaviour Change is designed to develop mindsets and applied skill-sets that enhance your capacity to unpack, critically analyse, and creatively address complex problems using fit-for-purpose, evidence-based tools. Our commitment to you is to prepare you, as emerging behaviour change specialists, for high-impact work in any sector or country, and across a range of key societal challenges. What you will learn will be applicable to any context or project where there is a need to influence behaviour towards a greater good.
Career outcomes
The Graduate Certificate of Behaviour Change prepares you for a career in business, government, the third sector and NGOs, in roles that require the skill to change how people work, and the systems they work within.
Key roles include Behavioural Insights Specialist and Behavioural Designer, Business Consultant/Development, Behaviour Analyst, Strategic Planner or Partnerships Manager, Campaigns Manager, Engagement Officer, Business Analyst, Senior Transformation Specialist, Policy & Research Officer.
The course also prepares you for a career of the future - a career that requires strong change management skills to address the growing challenges of the 21st century, such as green careers, and careers supporting the transition to sustainable practices.
At a glance
Course Details
| Note: | This program is on-campus at Clayton, however many units are offered in flexible modes, including online. All students, regardless of study mode, are required to attend at least 2 x 3-day mandatory on-campus masterclasses throughout the course. |
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Duration |
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Start date |
First Semester (February) |
Qualification |
Graduate Certificate of Behaviour Change |
Entry Requirements
You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.
Minimum Entry Requirements (Domestic students)
Qualifications
An Australian undergraduate degree (or equivalent) with at least 50% (pass) average, or a minimum of 3 years' work experience in a relevant field*.
*Applicants are required to provide a Curriculum Vitae and a reference
from their employer.
English requirements
Applicants must also meet the English language requirements.
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
The course structure and progression map can be viewed in the Handbook.
Making the application
Future students
Current Monash students
You may apply to transfer from another Monash course. Transfers are a competitive process. You may apply mid-year for available courses however consideration will be given as to whether you will be able to follow your course progression.
Please note that if you apply for a course transfer, you should still enrol in your current course as if you were continuing so as not to jeopardise your enrolment in the Faculty if your transfer application is unsuccessful. More about Course Transfer.
Self assess for credit eligibility
Check for study credit using the "Credit search" link on the Credit for prior study page.
Fees
Fees are subject to change annually.
Full fee
The total fees for 2026 for this 24 credit point (6 month full-time or 12 month part-time) course are:
A$23,200
The equivalent fee per 48 credit points representing a standard full-time course load for 2026 would be A$46,400.
Scholarships
We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.
Other costs and fees
For information on other study costs and fees, see other study costs.
