Graduate Diploma in Business Research Methods

    Graduate Diploma in Business Research Methods at University of Queensland

    Graduate Diploma in Business Research Methods at University of Queensland

    The Graduate Diploma in Business Research Methods at University of Queensland is a Full Time Graduate Diploma program offered on the St Lucia campus in Brisbane, Australia. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 1 year. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. Tuition fees are USD 37,775 / year(s), and the next available intake starts on July 27, 2026.

    About Graduate Diploma in Business Research Methods

    Deepen your understanding of core research methods and techniques that will equip you with the knowledge for further study and greater professional opportunities.

    Advanced research skills are highly valued in both academia and the commercial world, and the Business School is at the forefront of teaching business research methods.

    For your Graduate Diploma in Business Research Methods over one year full-time (or part-time equivalent), you can choose from a comprehensive range of elective courses that cover topics such as economics-based research in financial accounting, corporate finance theory, empirical methods in finance and capital markets research, and advanced marketing theory and research.

    You'll also work among internationally recognised leaders who are finding solutions to some of the world’s most pressing business issues. Under their experienced guidance, you'll learn the qualitative and quantitative research skills and scientific methods required to conduct your own research project or complete a thesis, for which you'll define a research question, establish a methodology, undertake a literature review and draw conclusions.

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Graduate Diploma in Business Research Methods at University of Queensland

    Entry Requirements

    Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 4 point scale where 2 is a pass.

    Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 4 point scale where 2 is a pass.

    Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 5 point scale where 2 is a pass.

    Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 5 point scale where 2 is a pass.

    None of the above

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 64
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 87

    English Program Requirements

    English language requirements

    IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

    TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.

    PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.

    BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.

    CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.

    OET is not accepted.

    There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.

    Learn how to meet the English language requirements

    Career Opportunities after Completing Graduate Diploma in Business Research Methods

    Career possibilities

    Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

    • Business development manager
    • Market research consultant
    • Tracking specialist
    • Workforce planning director
    • Quantitative consultant
    • Market intelligence account manager
    • Social and commercial research consultant
    • Insight analyst

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    37,775 / year(s)
    Application Fee 150
    Graduate Diploma in Business Research Methods at University of Queensland
    University of Queensland
    University of Queensland
    Australia

    Australia, Brisbane

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