Overview

If you’re looking to advance your career in global business, La Trobe’s Graduate Diploma in Business is the perfect place to strengthen your skills and expertise. This comprehensive course gives you the ability to advance in a wide range of business disciplines so you can take the next big step … For more content click the Read more button below. In this flexible degree, you’ll develop valuable management skills and gain experience in critical business areas, including finance, management and marketing. You’ll be taught by leading academics from La Trobe Business School, with guest lectures and seminars delivered by experienced industry practitioners. You’ll also explore real-world case studies as you develop your business analysis skills. Learn the latest data analysis tools so you can stay ahead of the competition. You’ll examine accounting, business and finance problems using industry-standard techniques and cutting-edge technology. Want to give organisations a competitive advantage? Learn how to assess an organisation’s resources, capabilities and core competencies. Then, keep abreast with the competition using real-world skills such as industry and competitor analysis, international business strategy and strategy development. After successfully completing the Graduate Diploma in Business, you could receive up to one year of advanced standing. This means you could transfer directly into the second year of a wide range of La Trobe’s postgraduate business degrees, should you decide to further your studies. You'll learn:LeadershipLearn to lead across a wide range of disciplines including finance, accounting, management and marketing.Digital literacyLearn how to use a wide range of digital tools to become a more efficient and effective business professional.Sustainable managementLearn about environmental, corporate and governance responsibility, and develop sustainable solutions that prioritise individual and societal wellbeing.Corporate strategyUnderstand how to drive change and innovation in modern businesses.Employee behaviourLearn how to manage the behavioural dynamics of individuals and groups, and ensure employees are happy and productive.

Portfolio

Office of the Provost

Course coordinator

Esin Ozdil

Location(s)

Sydney

CRICOS code

079545C

Course instance contact

Esin Ozdil

Course duration (full time)

1 year

Course duration (part time)

2 years

Study level

Postgraduate

AQF level

Level 8 - Graduate Diploma

Available only as an exit award

Yes

Study options

Domestic

International onshore

Completion requirements

To qualify for the award of Graduate Diploma in Business, students must complete 120 credit points as follows: 105 core credit points15 elective credit points

Course intended learning outcomes

On successful completion you will be able to:
1.
Summarise the key theories and principles that guide the conduct of businesses and the markets in which they operate
2.
Critically analyse the problems facing businesses and devise solutions to address these problems
3.
Generate appropriate managerial solutions to organisational problems, informed by an understanding of management theory, research and practice
4.
Work effectively with others to achieve stated project outcomes
5.
Communicate effectively to a variety of audiences

Career outcomes

After graduation, you could advance your career in your current field or expand your horizons in a new industry.

Possible roles include:

  • Corporate consultant
    • Review and analyse business policies or operating plans, and provide tailored advice.
  • Business development manager
    • Implement business solutions to reach your organisation's goals.
  • Business analyst
    • Help organisations to identify their strengths and weaknesses. Develop data-driven solutions to ensure operational excellence.

Partner provider

Navitas Sydney

Internal course relationships

Nested

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Graduate Certificate in Business

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Master of Financial Analysis and Master of Business Administration

Master of Financial Analysis and Master of International Business

Master of Management

Master of Management (Project Management)

Master of Professional Accounting

Pathways from

Graduate Certificate in Business

Pathways to

Global Master of Business Administration