Graduate Certificate in Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking

School of Arts & Sciences, Law & Business

Although many companies profess to focus on modern slavery in their operations and supply chains, there is a considerable gap between theory and practice. The Graduate Certificate in Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking at the University of Notre Dame Australia holistically explores severe forms of labour exploitation. It equips students with the skills to proactively identify, prevent and remedy modern slavery and human trafficking. The Graduate Certificate is a foundation program that leads to the Graduate Diploma.

• About this program

  Estimates put the number of people affected by modern slavery at about 40.3 million. Most of these people are in developing countries, but there are also people in developed countries, including Australia.

  Since the introduction of the Modern Slavery Act in the United Kingdom and Australia, organisations are increasingly aware of the risk of modern slavery and human trafficking in their operations and supply chains.

  The courses in the Graduate Certificate cover practical topics relating to business practices and legal compliance, law enforcement and ethical and moral leadership. You’ll enhance your ability to analyse, interpret, draw conclusions, problem-solve and communicate. These are the skills of the 21^st century workplace.

• Program summary

  The Graduate Certificate has two required courses BUSN5006 Ethical Production of Goods and Services and LAWS5000 Law and Modern Slavery. You can then select two courses depending on your professional or personal interests.

  Students complete these two (2) required courses (50 credits):

  • BUSN5006 Ethical Production of Goods and Services
  • LAWS5000 Law and Modern Slavery

  Students complete two (2) of the following courses (50 credits):

  • BUSN5007 Policing Human Trafficking
  • BUSN5008 Modern Slavery and Global Politics
  • BUSN5750 Organisations: Power, Leadership and Transformation

  Full details of the program requirements are contained in the Program Requirements.

  More information regarding courses can be found at the course descriptions pages Fremantle Sydney.

  Please note: the availability of these courses is indicative only and may be subject to change.

• Mode of study and assessment

  The required courses of the Graduate Certificate are delivered online to reach as many students as possible. There may be synchronous sessions that allow you to engage with the lecturer and other students, plus pre-recorded videos and readings and other learning materials. Our experienced academics will guide you on your learning journey and engage expert guest speakers and presenters where appropriate.

  Some of the elective courses are also available online and other elective courses are offered in a blended mode which means some learning opportunities are delivered online and others are face to face. You can select the study mode that suits you best when selecting your two elective courses.

  Courses may be organised over a 13 week period or a shorter, more compact time frame. You can study the Graduate Certificate on a fulltime or part time basis.

  Assessments for each course will encourage you to deepen your learning by fully engaging with materials and conducting your own investigations

• Entry requirements

  University Admission Requirements

  To be eligible for admission to The University of Notre Dame Australia, all applicants must meet the University’s minimum requirements for admission. The requirements for admission are detailed in the University’s Policy: Admission and Credit

  Specific Program Requirements for Admission

  To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking applicants must also meet the following specific requirements:

  Students must have as a minimum qualification, a recognised Bachelor degree (AQF level 7 qualification) or equivalent in any discipline area.

  Applicants without a Bachelor level qualification may be eligible to enter the Program if they have at least two years’ experience in a related field. This would be determined on a case-by-case basis.

• Learning outcomes

  Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking graduates will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate specialised knowledge of modern slavery and human trafficking in local, national,and international contexts
  2. Identify economic, social, and political factors that allow modern slavery and human trafficking tooperate
  3. Evaluate the effectiveness of nation state diplomacy and domestic and international laws to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking
  4. Evaluate the effectiveness of initiatives by non-government organisations and agencies to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking; and
  5. Reflect on how personal decisions and actions can progress change to ensure the dignity and human rights of people.

• Career opportunities

  The Graduate Certificate in Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking is a valuable qualification to have in any business environment.

• Real-world experience

  You will learn from our academics, who are leaders in their field. There are no practicum requirements for this program.

• Scholarships

  Scholarships provide financial support to students while they are completing their studies. There are various scholarships available to prospective and current students, across all study levels and campuses.

  These can be funded by Notre Dame, industry, individuals and non-profit organisations, to provide financial assistance to students to support costs associated with study. This could include buying food, paying rent, transport, and household bills, raising children as single parents, being a single-income household, becoming unemployed or caring for a sick loved one.

  Please visit the Scholarships Finder to see which scholarships are available to Postgraduate students.

• Fees and costs

  This Program has the following loan scheme(s) available for eligible students:

  Domestic Fee-Paying
  A domestic fee-paying place is a place at university where the student is responsible for the full cost the program.

  Eligible domestic fee-paying students may apply for the FEE-HELP loan scheme which assists eligible fee-paying students with the payment of all, or part, of their tuition fees, not including additional study costs such as accommodation or textbooks. Your FEE-HELP debt will be indexed each year in line with the Consumer Price Index.

  For indicative fees and information on how to pay, including Government loan schemes and our online calculator, visit our Fees, costs and scholarships page.

• More information

  Considering your uni options?
  Our advisors provide support while choosing a program of study and completing our application process.

  If you need advice about studying at Notre Dame, the Prospective Students Office can help. Book a 1-on-1 advice session with a career advisor or call us on 1800 878 916.

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  Address: 23 High St, Fremantle, WA 6160

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  Email: sydney@nd.edu.au
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  International students
  If you need advice about studying at Notre Dame, fill out our Make an Enquiry form, and you can book a session with one of our friendly International Student Advisors.

  Fremantle and Broome International Office
  Phone: +61 8 9433 0873
  Address: 19 Mouat St, Fremantle, WA 6160
  Postal address: PO Box 1225, Fremantle WA 6959

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  Phone: +61 2 8204 4229
  Address: 140 Broadway, Chippendale, NSW 2008
  Postal address: PO Box 944, Broadway NSW 2007