Graduate Diploma in Management

Program Overview

The Graduate Diploma in Management at the University of Technology Sydney enhances students' understanding of complex management contexts. Through a flexible framework, students can tailor their studies to their career aspirations, exploring topics such as diversity and inclusion, change management, and organizational sustainability. The program's assessment methods and teaching approaches, including lectures, group work, and case studies, prepare graduates for management-level roles in various industries and government organizations.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Graduate Diploma in Management program at the University of Technology Sydney aims to expand students' comprehension of complex, uncertain contexts within management. Combined with the insights, skills, and capabilities obtained through the Graduate Certificate in Management, students have the opportunity to delve into these disciplines in greater breadth and depth. Its innovative, pliable framework provides students maximum flexibility in selecting classes and study programs, catering to personal and professional goals and aspirations.

Outline:

Course Schedule:

• Autumn Session: Business and Social Impact, Managing, Leading and Stewardship, Managing Staff and Volunteers, Diversity and Inclusion
• Spring Session: Managing Change, Creative Problem Solving, Managing in a Multicultural World, Organizational Sustainability: Analysis and Practice

Year 1 Spring Session:

Business and Social Impact, Creative Problem Solving, Organizational Sustainability: Analysis and Practice, Managing in a Multicultural World

Year 2 Autumn Session:

Managing, Leading and Stewardship, Managing Change, Diversity and Inclusion, Managing Staff and Volunteers

Module Descriptions:

• Diversity and Inclusion
explores the significance and challenges of fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
• Business and Social Impact
examines the role of businesses in addressing societal issues and creating positive change.
• Managing, Leading, and Stewardship
equips students with skills in leadership, strategic management, and ethical decision-making.
• Managing Staff and Volunteers
provides insights into managing and motivating employees and volunteers effectively.
• Managing Change
prepares students to navigate and manage organizational change successfully.
• Creative Problem Solving
develops critical thinking, problem-solving, and innovation skills.
• Managing in a Multicultural World
explores the challenges and opportunities of working in culturally diverse environments.
• Organizational Sustainability: Analysis and Practice
examines sustainability principles and practices within organizations.

Assessment:

Assessment methods employed in the Graduate Diploma in Management include:

• Participation
• Presentations
• Reports
• Case studies
• Assignments
• Exams

Teaching:

The teaching methods employed in the program include:

• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Group work
• Practical exercises
• Case studies
• Online learning
• Discussion forums
The faculty consists of experienced academics, industry professionals, and researchers who bring real-world knowledge and insights into the classroom.

Careers:

Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Management are equipped with the skills and knowledge to pursue management-level roles in various industries and government organizations. Potential career paths include:

• Management consultant
• Human resources manager
• Project manager
• Operations manager
• General manager
• Marketing manager
• Finance manager