Graduate Diploma in Business

    Graduate Diploma in Business

    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 33,352 / Yaer
    Next IntakeJuly 2, 2026

    Graduate Diploma in Business

    About

    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 in your career.

    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:

    • Leadership
      • Learn to lead across a wide range of disciplines including finance, accounting, management and marketing.
    • Digital literacy
      • Learn how to use a wide range of digital tools to become a more efficient and effective business professional.
    • Sustainable management
      • Learn about environmental, corporate and governance responsibility, and develop sustainable solutions that prioritise individual and societal wellbeing.
    • Corporate strategy
      • Understand how to drive change and innovation in modern businesses.
    • Employee behaviour
      • Learn how to manage the behavioural dynamics of individuals and groups, and ensure employees are happy and productive.

    The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 8 - Graduate Diploma.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent).

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 58
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    English Program Requirements

    6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.

    Career

    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.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    33,352 / Yaer

    Graduate Diploma in Business

    La Trobe University

    La Trobe University

    Australia

    Australia, Melbourne