Graduate Diploma of Business

School of Law & Business

Do you want to build on and expand your existing business skills? Following on from our Graduate Certificate in Business, The University of Notre Dame Australia’s Graduate Diploma of Business is just the qualification for you. This graduate degree explores several areas crucial to modern business practice, such as ethics, leadership, strategical management, innovation and human resource management. Contact us today to take the next step in your business career.

  • Why study this program?

    At Notre Dame’s School of Business, you will be taught by passionate and dedicated educators who are all respected leaders in their fields. This ensures you will develop the skills needed to succeed in a rapidly-changing work environment.

    As part of the program, you will be required to study four core subjects, exploring issues related to business ethics, accounting, strategic management, leadership and HR management. You will then have the opportunity to tailor your program with four electives.

    Upon completing the diploma, you will have the opportunity to pursue further studies at a master’s level, furthering your competitive edge in the workplace.

  • Program summary

    Students are required to study:

    • Accounting for Managers
    • Ethical Issues in Professional Life
    • Strategic Management and Planning
    • Leadership: Theory and Practice or Human Resource Management
    • Four elective courses

    Full details of the program requirements are contained in the Program Requirements.

    More information regarding courses can be found at the course descriptions pages Fremantle Sydney.

    Please note: The availability of these courses is indicative only and may be subject to change.

  • Entry requirements

    Notre Dame encourages applications from people of all backgrounds and takes into consideration
    the applicant’s academic performance as well as their personal qualities and accomplishments.
    Academic requirements are as follows:

    • A recognised undergraduate degree (or equivalent qualification) or studies sufficient to meet the requirements of that Award; or
    • A Graduate Certificate in a Business discipline; or
    • Where the applicant does have an undergraduate degree, the Dean may approve admission to this program if the
      Dean is satisfied that: a) the applicant has sufficient background and/or experience in management/supervision; and b) the applicant has the skills necessary to complete postgraduate studies.
  • Learning outcomes

    Upon successful completion of the Graduate Diploma of Business graduates will be able to:

    1. Apply the management skills necessary to lead a team in the business community
    2. Apply the management skills necessary to plan and manage a financially sustainable business
    3. Deploy contemporary management theory
    4. Develop processes and practices needed to meet the regulatory environment under which business operates
    5. Create community and customer engagement strategies
    6. Effectively analyse and manage ethical matters
    7. Employ critical reflection to encourage on-going learning to maintain and improve professional knowledge and skills;
    8. Be able to think critically, reason and use judgment in preparation for of their professional practice; and
    9. Use evidence-based research in preparation of professional analysis and advice.
  • Career opportunities

    A Graduate Diploma in Business can lead to careers such as accounts manager, business administration manager, and finance manager in various private or government sector organisations.

  • Real-world experience

    You will learn from our academics, who are leaders in their field. There are no practicum requirements for this program.

  • Fees and costs

    This Program has the following loan scheme(s) available for eligible students:


    FEE-HELP
    The FEE-HELP loan scheme assists eligible fee-paying students with the payment of all, or part, of their tuition fees, not including additional study costs such as accommodation or textbooks. Your FEE-HELP debt will be indexed each year in line with the Consumer Price Index.


    For indicative fees and information on how to pay, including Government loan schemes and our online calculator, visit our Fees Page.

  • More information

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    Talk to one of our career advisors for a personalised advice session. Our advisors provide support while choosing a program of study and completing our application process. Book my session.


    For more information, please contact our Prospective Students Office.

    Fremantle and Broome
    Phone: +61 8 9433 0533
    Email: future@nd.edu.au
    Sydney and Melbourne
    Phone: +61 2 8204 4404
    Email: sydney@nd.edu.au

    All international enquiries should contact the International Students Office on international@nd.edu.au.

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