Graduate Diploma in Economics and Resource Policy New

Completed over 12 months, our Graduate Diploma in Economics and Resource Policy is designed to enhance your employability, with practical skills for both academic and professional success. You will:

• explore concepts like incentives, opportunity costs, trade-offs, externalities, and efficiency
• apply economic principles across various domains, including public policy, international trade, agribusiness, and natural resources
• learn advanced methods for examining, modelling and analysing data
• craft economic reports, written summaries of current events, and research projects
• access support services like the Economics Drop-in Centre, Writing Centre, and Maths Learning Centre
• develop interpersonal and soft skills for effective communication.

Equipped with newfound insights, you'll be empowered to offer expert advice on corporate strategies, unravel the context behind current events, shape public policies for a more promising world, and navigate your own personal choices with discernment.

Entry to postgraduate coursework programs as a minimum requires a Bachelors degree or equivalent qualification from an approved institution as a qualification for entry. Some of the graduate certificates and graduate diplomas that are offered may be accepted as qualifying work for entry to a Masters program, or as professional qualifications in their own right. For further information.

Potential careers

Econometrician, Economist, Financial Analyst, Future Trader

Online application checklist

• Complete the student agreement (IDP applicants only)
• Attach the following as PDF files
  • Academic transcripts and graduation certificates for all school and tertiary studies you have undertaken (original language and certified English translations)
  • Official English testing results from IELTS, TOEFL, Pearson or Cambridge CAE/CPE (if applicable)
  • Syllabus of subjects if you wish to be considered for advanced standing (credit transfer)
  • Any professional qualification or memberships you may have
  • A copy of your passport and visa (if applicable)
• Payment of AUD $110 for the Application Fee (required upon submission)

System Requirements

The application site is optimised for:

• Chrome 30, Internet Explorer 11, Firefox 27, Safari 7.
• You must use an English language keyboard
• Your screen area needs to be set at least at 1024 x 768 pixels or higher resolution to ensure you are able to view the Scroll Bars and Continue buttons within the services