Diploma of Business (Enterprise)

Victoria University

Australia, Melbourne

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Victoria University

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Diploma

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

075552C, 093391K

Campuses

City Campus

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines29-Sep-2026

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 15,700 / Semester

Next Intake 29-Sep-2026

Diploma of Business (Enterprise)

About

Overview

Prepare for university and further studies in the Bachelor of Business (BBNS) or for an entry-level business role, with the Diploma of Business (Enterprise) at Victoria University.

It will give you a broad introduction to the industry and a range of skills relevant to working in the business sector, including foundation skills in:

accounting
management
marketing
economics
communications
information technology.

: On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Review and integrate a range of fundamental business theories in the analysis of contemporary business problems in domestic and international contexts;

Employ appropriate business tools to support decision-making and project planning in general business contexts;

Assess the impact of a range of common contemporary external and internal social, structural, cultural, technological and ethical factors on effective business practices;

Work collaboratively in teams to develop skills required for analysis, planning, designing, prioritising and evaluating effective approaches and solutions to a range of common business problems;

Explain ideas and perspectives clearly and coherently using verbal, written and visual modes of delivery appropriate for audiences in general business contexts;

Develop increased personal awareness, self-motivation and adaptability in readiness to engage in a range of business environments; and

Demonstrate developing skills of self-directed learning, academic literacy and numeracy, interpersonal communication and emerging professional skills.
: This course is delivered in a 'hybrid' model of online and in-person learning that gives you more control over your when and how you study.
You'll have access to online resources and activities before you attend an in-person class.
With that knowledge already in place, a facilitator will support you to progress and apply your learning.
: Achieve your full potential with The Learning Hub, which help you develop your confidence, academic ability, and study skills.
Benefit from in-person mentoring and study sessions, along with a range of digital learning modules that you can access anytime.
Get help from our online, 24/7 support service to polish your assignments before you submit, and receive guidance on writing, referencing, maths and more.
Read more about The Learning Hub

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Applicants for this course will need to meet the entry criteria outlined below. If you don’t meet the entry criteria, you may be able to gain entry by first completing a related course or unit(s). We call this a ‘pathway’.

If you've completed a qualification where English was the primary language of instruction, you may be eligible for an exemption of English-language requirements.

In some cases, there may be additional entry requirements.

Learn more about entry requirements for international students.

Entry criteria

Meeting the minimum entry criteria does not guarantee entry into this course.

Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent).
PLUS
IELTS (or equivalent): Overall score of 5.5 (with no band less than 5.0 in Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking).

Special entry programs

If you are from a disadvantaged or underrepresented social, economic or cultural background, you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs. These programs are designed to help you access education more easily.

Learn more about special admission programs

Career

Careers

A business qualification can be tailored to suit your particular situation and interest. Focus your studies in one of our specialisations and gain transferable skills that allow you to work successfully in a number of professions within a variety of organisations. The diploma will help you take the next step and pathway to an undergraduate degree.

With a variety of business degree specialisations, your job options could include:

executive officer
business administrator
human resources officer
marketing assistant
project officer.

As a business professional, you could gain employment in private business or the public sector in a broad spectrum of fields including human resources, retail and marketing.

Visit Jobs and Skills Australia to find employment and salary information for human resources professionals.

FURTHER STUDIES (PATHWAYS)

To further expand your career options, you may decide to continue study with us in a higher or related course. 'Pathways' allow you to progress to a higher qualification while recognising your completed study. Often this means you can complete your next qualification more quickly.

Once you have completed this course, you will be guaranteed entry into the following course(s) - and in some cases receive credit points for your study.

Bachelor of Accounting

72 credit points

Bachelor of Business

96 credit points

Learn more about pathways and credits >