The University of Sydney
Graduate Diploma in Business Administration
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationBased on our part-time MBA program, but requiring fewer units of study, this diploma is purpose built to unlock your ambitions and refine your leadership skills.
Our Graduate Diploma in Business Administration has been tailored to equip experienced managers with the knowledge, skills and attributes that they need to adapt, lead and succeed in the context of change.
Delivery mode
The University of Sydney offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 133 Castlereagh St, Sydney
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
To be considered for admission, an applicant is required to have:
- an Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification or equivalent; and
- at least five years’ work with at least three years in a managerial role.
Applicants must also:
- provide a one-page statement of motivation (outlining what will be achieved professionally and personally by completing the course); and
- complete a selection interview.
International qualifications
For qualifications awarded outside Australia, equivalencies and entry requirements are determined based on the country, institution, and qualification.
English language requirements
You may need to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study with us. Find out which requirements are applicable to you below:
If English is not your first language, you may be able to prove English proficiency with an approved English skills test taken within 2 years of commencing the course.
- IELTS score - A minimum result of 7.0 overall and a minimum result of 6.0 in each band
- TOEFL - IBT score - A minimum result of 96 overall including a minimum result of 17 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and 19 in Writing
- Pearsons Test of English - A minimum result of 68 overall and a minimum result of 54 in each band
Course fees
$46,000
$55,000
$46,000
$55,000
Career opportunities
The Graduate Diploma in Business Administration will prepare you for the following roles.
Management Consultant
A Management Consultant helps businesses to become more efficient and improve profitability. You might analyse current business processes and look...
Strategy Manager
A Strategy Manager develops and implements plans to achieve business objectives and improve performance. You might work in a corporate setting, a c...
Business Manager
A Business Manager leads and manages the operations of an organisation, ensuring its financial and operational performance. They may develop strate...
Business Consultant
A Business Consultant provides advice on how businesses and organisations could improve their processes. You might look at finances and profitabili...
Operations Manager
An Operations Manager coordinates the daily running of a business or organisation. You might oversee activities such as staff recruitment and train...
Business Development Consultant
A Business Development Consultant identifies and creates new business opportunities to drive growth and profitability. You might work in various in...
General Manager
General Managers oversee the profitability, administration, operations and compliance of an organisation. Depending on the size of the business the...
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