University of the Sunshine Coast

Graduate Diploma in Business Administration

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Get ready to run the show. Step up your business management expertise and open the door to even higher educational potential down the track. The Graduate Diploma aims to broaden management skills and take careers to a senior level.

In this program you will:

  • Focus on detailed practical skill development in real business settings to deepen your problem solving and decision-making capabilities
  • Work with local businesses, network, and identify possible employment opportunities
  • Specialise in a management area of your choice such as decision-making, economics, marketing, management, law, ethics or informatics
  • Choose to upgrade your qualification later by completing an additional 4 courses to earn an MBA

Delivery mode

University of the Sunshine Coast offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Locations
  • 1 Moreton Parade, Petrie
  • 90 Sippy Downs Drive, Sippy Downs

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

To be considered for admission candidates would normally be required to:

  • possess an undergraduate degree from a recognised higher education institution or equivalent
  • have at least two years relevant full-time equivalent work or other relevant experience; and
  • candidates whose first language is other than English must demonstrate an appropriate level of English proficiency. Refer to the English language requirements
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $27,840 $28,000 Fees are based on full-time study.

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Study mode On Campus
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $27,840 $28,000

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...

Avg yearly income $109,980
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $154,960
Entry barriers Low

Business Manager

A Business Manager leads and manages the operations of an organisation, ensuring its financial and operational performance. They may develop strate...

Avg yearly income $118,040
Entry barriers Low

About University of the Sunshine Coast

As a university with a strong commitment to achieving sustainability in terms of teaching, research and how we operate, we’re thrilled to be the top ranked Queensland university in the 2023 THE Impact Rankings. The Times Higher Education Impact Rankings are the only global performance tables that assess universities against the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and measure the social and economic impact of an institution.

UniSC offers flexible study options at a network of teaching locations between Brisbane and the Fraser Coast.

UniSC is committed to creating a work and study environment which values the rich diversity of its staff and students.

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