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Graduate Diploma of Business

Southern Cross University, Lismore/Gold Coast/Coffs Harbour, NSW, Australia

About this program

The business world is constantly evolving, with issues such as changing technology and increasing competition as factors in this process. As a business owner or professional, you need to understand the core business principles that help you succeed and stay ahead in today’s fast-paced world. This one-year program includes study in financial analysis and budget control, marketing concepts, consumer behaviour, market systems and their limitations. It also examines the impact of government policy on the business environment. As well as guiding you towards bigger management roles, the Graduate Diploma of Business is a pathway to further study, including Southern Cross University's MBA program. Graduates are awarded advanced standing of eight units into the MBA. Learn more about this online course.

Fees & duration

Duration1 yr
Tuition (international)A$26,000
Application feeA$0

English test scores

IELTS6 overall
PTE50 overall

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Course structure

  • BUSN5005Management Communication (Online)
  • STAT5002Business Analytics (Online)
  • MGMT5003Organisational Behaviour (Online)
  • ACCT5003Accounting for Managers (Online)
  • Students may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Certificate in Business after completing the above 4 units (48 credit points)
  • BUSN6002Global Business (Online)
  • PROJ5002Project Management Principles
  • MRKT6004Digital Marketing (Online)
  • MGMT6003The Positive Leader (Online)

Career & PR pathway

Which careers in Business lead to skilled migration depends on the occupation, not the degree title. See the skilled occupation lists guide for which occupations are on each list, and the points calculator to check where you stand.

Admissions

ATAR: Not applicable. To be eligible to receive the Graduate Diploma of Business students must complete the equivalent of 8 units (96 credit points), comprising 8 core units. Exit Awards Students may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Certificate in Business after completing the equivalent of 4 units (48 credit points), comprising 4 core units.

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