Diploma of Business

Business
1-Year Diploma or pathway to a business degree at MQU, UTS or ICMS
Business
Diploma qualification
or pathway to a business degree at MQU, UTS or ICMS.
Macquarie University (MQU)
University of Technology, Sydney (UTS)
International College of Management, Sydney (ICMS)
Organisations around the world require people with broad business and management skills. The Diploma of Business allows you to study an innovative blend of business subjects, opening up a range of potential job opportunities, and further study options.
The Diploma of Business equips you with the skills and knowledge needed for a successful career in any sector of the diverse and dynamic business industry.
You will gain an insight into key elements of business and deepen your understanding of contemporary business practices, with an opportunity to choose two electives subjects that suit your interests. This allows you to tailor your diploma to your unique career goals.
The Diploma of Business offers you a stand-alone ICMS qualification delivered through the Aspire Institute, or you can further your studies to pathway into the second year of a bachelor’s degree. Successfully completed subjects count as advanced standing (credit) towards a bachelor’s degree at Macquarie University (MQU), University of Technology Sydney (UTS), or the International College of Management, Sydney (ICMS).
Aspire Institute is a trading name of ICMS (the International College of Management, Sydney Pty Ltd). All Aspire diploma students are part of the greater ICMS student community, with lectures held at our Northern Beaches Campus or at our Sydney City Campus, subject to availability. Aspire students receive dedicated academic support, including study skills.
Course Learning Outcomes
Apply foundational business knowledge and concepts to routine business situations.
Identify and use appropriate sources of data to address business problems and inform solutions in a business context.
Explain the importance of ethical, sustainable, and responsible business practices in a global business environment.
Utilise digital tools and technology to demonstrate innovation in a range of business situations.
Communicate and provide information effectively using written, oral, and visual formats to suit different business audiences.
Apply teamwork and collaboration skills to participate effectively in team activities and achieve improvements within business contexts.
Personalised Support
The Student Success Centre (SSC) provides Academic Learning Advisors at all campuses to help Aspire students develop academic skills and adapt to tertiary student life. The SSC offers flexible online and face-to-face appointments at both the Northern Beaches Campus and City Campus. Support includes:
English language assistance (ESL support)
Wellness support
Effective study techniques
Report and essay writing skills
Exam preparation techniques
Time and stress management
Academic writing and oral presentations
Specialist numeracy support for subjects like Accounting and Statistics
The SSC also runs a Peer Assisted Learning Service (PALS) and offers 24/7 online support through Studiosity.
Aspire Institute is proven in its ability to provide reputable English language lessons and support through Aspire English, which operates from the same campuses. All Aspire students receive personalised support to maximise success in their studies.
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