The University of Sydney

Graduate Diploma in Business Law

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

If you need to acquire specialist legal expertise in commercial, corporate and taxation law, then the new Graduate Diploma in Business Law can meet your professional and academic requirements.

Designed for lawyers as well as non-lawyers, this course underscores the rising significance of legal knowledge and business law proficiency among professionals in the business, finance, commercial and corporate worlds.

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
  • J12/1 Cleveland St, Darlington
  • 133 Castlereagh St, Sydney

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Admission to candidature for this course requires a bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney, or an equivalent qualification.

Admission to candidature for this course requires a bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney, or an equivalent qualification.

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
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $19,750 - $28,250 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$19,750
Full Fee Tuition:
$28,250
Enquire with The University of Sydney to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 6 Months
Estimated fee* $19,750 - $28,250 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Graduate Diploma in Business Law will prepare you for the following roles.

Compliance Officer

Compliance Officers ensure that an organisation’s products, services, operations and business practices comply with government standards and legisl...

Avg yearly income $89,440
Entry barriers Low

Business Consultant

A Business Consultant provides advice on how businesses and organisations could improve their processes. You might look at finances and profitabili...

Avg yearly income $104,000
Entry barriers Low

Enterprise Risk Manager

An Enterprise Risk Manager helps an organisation avoid problematic issues through management of risk. You might identify potential issues and condu...

Avg yearly income $149,760
Entry barriers Low

Contracts Manager

A Contracts Manager coordinates and negotiates contracts for a business or organisation. You might prepare documentation and facilitate negotiation...

Avg yearly income $143,000
Entry barriers Low

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