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Diploma in Business
Australian Catholic University, Multi-campus (7 campuses, 5 states), Australia
About this program
The Diploma in Business is an important stepping-stone to achieve your career and study goals. Students who undertake this diploma will be able to gain credit for up to the first year of study and articulate into the second year of many of the bachelor's degrees in business at ACU or exit with the Diploma in Business as a standalone qualification. Not only does our Diploma in Business have lower entry requirements than our bachelor's degrees, but it will help you to develop skills needed to succeed in more advanced tertiary study. Our Diploma in Business provides domestic students with a Commonwealth supported place (CSP-funded) and will help you achieve your goals. We are here to support you from start to finish whether you have just finished Year 12 or finished years ago. We ensure smaller class sizes, offer tailored support as you transition to university study, and provide a range of student services to help you succeed. Note: Student Veterans must enroll in the professional terms only. Students completing the Diploma at Ballarat campus would transfer to their business Bachelor program at the Melbourne campus. We also offer the Diploma in Business fully online. Click here for further information. 95% graduates employed Top 10 Catholic universities globally Top 40 young universities worldwide
Cost & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
1 term of coursework
- Completion requirements To qualify for the Diploma, a student must complete 80 cp from the Schedule of Unit Offerings, consisting of: 80cp from Specified Units (Part A) Other requirements Student veterans may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning. Enrolment in Professional Terms are only available for students enrolled at the Brisbane campus with delivery to be offered at the Townsville Leadership Centre. Core / specified units include: BUSD105: Financial Literacy
- BUSD113: Managing People and Organisations
- BUSD114: Marketing Essentials
- DPBI100: Academic Literacy in Business and Information Technology
- ECOD200: Economics: Policy Frameworks and Markets
- HRMD204: Organisational Behaviour
- ITED100: Information Technology in Action
- MKTD210: Product Marketing and Innovation
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Accountant (General)ANZSCO 221111
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, so it supports 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Needs an accredited accounting degree and a positive assessment from CPA Australia, CA ANZ, or the IPA.
Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)
Taxation AccountantANZSCO 221113
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)
Management AccountantANZSCO 221112
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)
External AuditorANZSCO 221213
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)
Internal AuditorANZSCO 221214
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)
Company SecretaryANZSCO 221211
On STSOL and CSOL, supporting the 190, 491, and the employer-sponsored 482/494/186.
Assessed by VETASSESS
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
Year 12 completion (or equivalent), ATAR 50.00 for Melbourne. An applicant must comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy. International students must also meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy. For domestic students to be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed: Equivalent of year 12 level with the ACU minimum eligibility rank for Diploma programs; OR Entry via an alternative pathway as approved by ACU. Student veterans may be eligible for Recognised Prior Learning. Enrolment in Professional Terms are only available for students enrolled at the Brisbane campus with delivery to be offered at the Townsville Leadership Centre.International applicants need to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in Schedule Three (Associate Degree, Diploma and Certificate courses) of the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy . The entry requirements are as follows: IELTS: Overall score: 6.0 individual score of: 5.5 in all tests PTE: 50 with a minimum of 42 in all four communicative skills TOEFL: Internet based total of 60: minimum 18 in writing, 8 in reading, 16 in speaking and 7 in listening ACU English Language Test: C (60-64%) C1 Advanced: Overall: 169 Individual score of at least 162 in all tests.Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2027 Admission.
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