Diploma of Business

Program Overview

The Diploma of Business equips students with managerial skills through practical business settings and a focus on business analysis. Graduates are prepared to lead teams and supervise staff, with a range of elective units to specialize in areas such as marketing, operations, and sustainability. The program includes 12 units of study, 40 study weeks, and flexible start dates.

Program Outline

Outline:

• The Diploma of Business prepares students to practice managerial skills efficiently.
• Participants work in practical business settings.
• Focuses on business analysis to equip graduates with contemporary industry skills.
• Graduates typically supervise other staff and lead teams.

Content:

• 12 Units of Study (5 Core + 7 Elective)
• Core Units
• BSBSTR501 Establish innovative work environments
• BSBCRT511 Develop critical thinking in others
• BSBXCM501 Lead communication in the workplace
• BSBFIN501 Manage budgets and financial plans
• BSBSTR502 Facilitate continuous improvement
• Elective Units
• BSBMKG541 Identify and evaluate marketing opportunities
• BSBTWK503 Manage meetings
• BSBMKG543 Plan and interpret market research
• BSBOPS503 Develop administrative systems
• BSBSUS511 Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability
• BSBOPS501 Manage business resources
• BSBCRT512 Originate and develop concepts

Course Schedule:

• 40 Study Weeks + 12 Weeks Term Break
• Start Dates: 06 Feb, 10 Apr, 08 May, 10 July, 07 Aug, 09 Oct, 06 Nov
• 15 Hours of Face-to-face (or online during COVID-19) Classes Per Week
• 5 Hours of Self-Study Per Week
• Classes are scheduled for both day and evening sessions.

Assessment:

• Range of practical assessments for each unit of competency.

Careers:

• Executive Officers
• Program Consultants
• Program Coordinators