Graduate Diploma in Business 106807B
| CRICOS Code | 106807B |
| National Course Id | CRS1401071 |
| Full Time Duration | 1 year |
| Part Time Duration | 2 years (Domestic only) |
| Units | 8 |
| Campus | Level 16, 233 Castlereagh Street, Sydney NSW 2000 Level 1, West, 237 Ryrie Street, Geelong Victoria 3220 |
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 (no band less than 6.0) |
| Delivery mode | Blended, Face to Face |
| Outcome | Graduate Diploma in Business |
| 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 |
| GA1 | Communicate effectively in a diverse range of professional or community contexts |
| GA2 | Complete work tasks and assignments independently or as an effective member of multidisciplinary teams |
| GA3 | Engage in and value life-long learning leading to the enhancement of professional knowledge and skills |
| GA4 | Are information and technology literate |
| GA5 | Respond appropriately to a changing workforce, cultures, and values reflecting a global work environment |
| GA6 | Demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities essential to contributing soundly to the resolution of issues confronting organisations |
| GA7 | Facilitate intellectual curiosity |
| GA8 | Act in an ethical manner in all aspects of professional life |
The Graduate Diploma in Business is accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency:
| Credit Points | Prerequisites | ||
| ACC500 | Business Decision Making | 6 | Nil |
| BUS500 | Business & Management in Context | 6 | Nil |
| ECO500 | Economics for Managers | 6 | Nil |
| LAW500 | Business Law | 6 | Nil |
| MKT500 | Marketing for Managers | 6 | Nil |
| BUS501 | Entrepreneurship | 6 | BUS500 |
| Two general electives | 12 | ||
| TOTAL CREDIT POINTS | 48 | ||
| Accounting and Marketing Degrees | |
| Operating system | Windows 10, 11 |
| Mac OS 10.12 Sierra, 10.13 High Sierra, 10.14 Mojave, or 10.15 Catalina | |
| Browser | Safari, Chrome, and Firefox – current version |
| Microsoft Edge – latest version | |
| Internet Explorer – current or immediately previous version | |
| Computer and processor | 1 GHZ or faster x86 or 64-bit processor with SSE2 instruction set |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM (64-bit) |
| Disk space | Minimum 500 gigabytes (GB) |
| Monitor resolution | 1024 x 768 |
| Type | Explanation |
| Blended | Delivered partially on campus and partially online |
| Face to Face | This is delivered at Level 16, 233 Castlereagh Street, Sydney, and Level 1, West, 237 Ryrie Street, Geelong, Victoria 3220 |
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.
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)
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)
In exceptional circumstances the Institute may admit applicants without these qualifications who, in the opinion of the Institute, have qualifications and evidence of experience and achievement sufficient to successfully undertake the award. These may include:
The processes used to monitor the progress of students enrolled under special/alternative arrangements include:
Language proficiency
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.
Granting credit for prior learning ensures that students commence study at a level that appropriately recognises their prior learning experiences and are not required to repeat equivalent learning successfully undertaken in another context. Process for applying for Advance Standing (credit) can be found in the Advanced Standing Policy and Procedure
For further information please contact:
Polytechnic Institute Australia Pty Ltd
CRICOS: 03535M
TEQSA provider number: PRV14049
ABN: 34 145 333 795
Head office and postal address
Level 16, 233 Castlereagh St Sydney NSW 2000
Level 1, West, 237 Ryrie Street, Geelong Victoria 3220
Ph: (+612) 8319 8202
Email: info@pia.edu.au