| CRICOS Code | 106807B |
| National Course Id | CRS1401071 |
| Full Time Duration | 1 year |
| Part Time Duration | 2 years |
| Units | 8 |
| Campus | Level 16, 233 Castlereagh Street, Sydney NSW 2000 |
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 (no band less than 6.0) |
| Delivery mode | Blended, Face to Face |
| Outcome | Graduate Diploma in Business |
Course Description
The Graduate Diploma in Business is the generalist business focussed post graduate diploma of our age, opening job opportunities in a wide range of business and government positions all around the world.
Graduates with a Graduate Diploma in Business are ready for many different positions in business and government. The Graduate Diploma in Business gives you the business skills to engage and influence clients.
Graduates will be prepared for success in contemporary organisations and prepared to take on the industry’s trends, responsibilities, needs and opportunities.
Career Outcomes
- Senior business para-professional
- Project/Operations Manager
- Management consulting
Accreditation
The Graduate Diploma in Business is accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency.
Course Learning Outcomes
| GD1 | Critically evaluate a range of core and contemporary concepts and theories of organisations and their management |
| GD2 | Analyse and synthesise information and be able to critique and effectively communicate in a business and management context |
| GD3 | Apply concepts, theories, and experience to business problems and propose sustainable solutions demonstrating initiative, creativity, ethics and social responsibility |
| GD4 | Analyse and blend contemporary theory and practice relating to the external context in which organisations operate |
| GD5 | Develop insight into the management of people and leadership development |
| GD6 | Communicate concisely, professionally and proficiently to business and non-business audiences |
Graduate Attributes
| GA1 | Communicate effectively in a diverse range of professional or community context |
| GA 2 | Complete work tasks and assignments independently or as an effective member of multidisciplinary teams |
| GA 3 | Engage in and value life-long learning leading to the enhancement of professional knowledge and skills |
| GA 4 | Are information and technology literate |
| GA 5 | Respond appropriately to a changing workforces, cultures and values reflecting a global work environment |
| GA 6 | Demonstrate critical thinking, problem solving and decision-making abilities essential to contributing soundly to the resolution of issues confronting organisations |
| GA 7 | Facilitate intellectual curiosity |
| GA 8 | Act in an ethical manner in all aspects of professional life. |
Course Structure
| UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | PRE-REQUISITES | |
| YEAR 1-SEMESTER 1 | |||
| 1 | ACC500 | Business Decision Making | NIL |
| 1 | BUS500 | Business and Management in Context | NIL |
| 1 | ECO500 | Economics for Managers | NIL |
| 1 | LAW500 | Business Law | NIL |
| 2 | BUS501 | Entrepreneurship | NIL |
| 2 | FIN500 | Financial Management | ACC500 |
| 2 | STT500 | Statistics for Decision Making | NIL |
| 2 | ACC501 | Accounting Systems and Decision Making (elective)[1] | ACC500 |
| 2 | MKT500 | Marketing for Managers (elective) [2] | NIL |
Please Note
- The program is available each intake but note that some units of study are subject to quotas and minimum enrolment requirements.
- Not all units of study are available every semester, and changes in course structure occur from time to time.
Exit Outcomes
To obtain a Graduate Diploma in Business, candidates are required to successfully complete or be granted credit for 8 units. Not all units are offered each semester. You must complete at least 50% of the required units at PIA to be eligible to obtain a Graduate Diploma in Business.
International Student Duration
The CRICOS-registered duration is 52 weeks or 1 year of full-time study (2 semesters). Please note the part time mode is not available to a holder of a student visa, who is not a citizen of Australia or New Zealand, or who is not an Australian permanent resident, or who is a temporary resident of Australia.
Domestic Student Duration
For domestic students the course is 1 years full-time or 2 years part-time.
Delivery Methods
| Type | Explanation |
| Blended | Delivered partially on campus and partially online |
| Face to Face | This is delivered at level 16, 233 Castlereagh street Sydney |
Assessment Methods
The Institute uses authentic assessment principles that may include practical exercises, case studies, presentations, reports, online simulations, essays, and examinations. These may include being done under invigilation.
Entry Requirements
Polytechnic Institute Australia’s courses have flexible entry requirements that apply to Graduate Certificate in Business.
Students enrolling in Graduate Diploma in Business Degree program must meet the following entry requirements.
General Entry
A recognised Australian or equivalent Bachelor degree or higher
Special or alternative admission arrangements
A minimum of five years’ relevant work experience, which includes at least three years’ management experience, or significant technical experience
OR
An Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree (AQF Level 6) or learning equivalent to an AQF Level 6 qualification and at least three years’ relevant work experience.
OR
Completion of the Graduate Certificate stage at the Institute (or equivalent at a recognised HEP or University)
International Students
Must satisfy the English Language Requirements
AND
General Entry
A recognised Australian or equivalent Bachelor degree or higher
OR
Special or alternative admission arrangements
An Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree (AQF Level 6) or learning equivalent to an AQF Level 6 qualification and at least three years’ relevant work experience
OR
Completion of the Graduate Certificate stage at the Institute (or equivalent at a recognised HEP or University)
Special and/or alternative entry: non-school leavers (mature-age applicants and/or those who do not hold their HSC or equivalent)
A recognised Australian or equivalent Bachelor degree or higher. A minimum of five years’ relevant work experience, which includes at least three years’ management experience, or significant technical experience
OR
An Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree (AQF Level 6) or learning equivalent to an AQF Level 6 qualification and at least three years’ relevant work experience
OR
Completion of the Graduate Certificate stage at the Institute (or equivalent at a recognised HEP or University)
Language Requirements
Language proficiency
- IELTS Academic: 6.5 with no band less than 6.0; or
- TOEFL: 575 or better; or
- TOEFL IBT (International Benchmark Test): 91 or better; or
- TOEFL CBT (Computer Based Test): 235 or better; or
- Academic PTE (Pearson Test of English): 58 or better; or
- Cambridge English: CAE and CPE (from 2015): 176 or better; or
- General Certificate of Education (GCE): A Levels with a C or better in English; or
- KITE: all bands B2 with a result greater than 450 in each band; or
- Duolingo: overall 115 with no band less than 110.
English Language Test results are valid for two years from the date of the results up to the date of commencement at the Institute. The most recent test supersedes ALL previous tests.
Attendance Requirements
The Institute has enforceable requirements in relation to attendance further details are provided at Item 20 of the Terms and Conditions attached to this offer.
Fees
The course fees (per semester) are indicated below and are based on a standard full-time study load and duration. Your course fees and duration may vary if you have applied for and been granted Advanced Standing. Tuition fees may increase during your studies. Students are advised in advance of any increase in tuition fees being implemented.
