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Overview

Ideal as a stand-alone qualification or a stepping stone to further study, our Diploma of Business equips you with the fundamental theory and practical skills necessary to embark on a career in the world of business.

 

Locations

Adelaide / Brisbane / Melbourne / Sydney / Perth
 
Course structure
Course Structure Diagram Diploma of Business
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Core Subjects
BUS101
Business Communication
Prerequisite: Nil
BUS103
Introduction to Accounting
Prerequisite: Nil
BUS104
Economics
Prerequisite: Nil
BUS107
Commercial Law
Prerequisite: Nil
BUS109
Skills for Numerical Analysis
Prerequisite: Nil

Elective Subjects
BUS105
Introduction to Business Analytics
Prerequisite: Nil
BUS110
Skills for Advanced Business English
Prerequisite: Nil
BUS111
Skills for Academic Success
Prerequisite: Nil
TEC100
Introduction to Information Technology
Prerequisite: Nil
TEC101
Professional Practice and Communication in IT
Prerequisite: Nil
TEC102
Fundamentals of Programming
Prerequisite: Nil
TEC103
Information Systems in Business
Prerequisite: Nil
TEC104
Database Design and Management
Prerequisite: Nil
TEC105
Introduction to Information Networks
Prerequisite: Nil
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Core Subjects
BUS101 Business Communication Nil
BUS103 Introduction to Accounting Nil
BUS104 Economics Nil
BUS107 Commercial Law Nil
BUS109 Skills for Numerical Analysis Nil
BUS105 Introduction to Business Analytics Nil
BUS110 Skills for Advanced Business English Nil
BUS111 Skills for Academic Success Nil
TEC100 Introduction to Information Technology Nil
TEC101 Professional Practice and Communication in IT Nil
TEC102 Fundamentals of Programming Nil
TEC103 Information Systems in Business Nil
TEC104 Database Design and Management Nil
TEC105 Introduction to Information Networks Nil
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Elective Subjects
ACC201
Financial Accounting
Prerequisite: BUS103
ACC202
Accounting Information Systems
Prerequisite: BUS103
ACC203
Advanced Financial Accounting
Prerequisite: ACC201
ACC205
Management Accounting
Prerequisite: BUS103
BUS201
Skills for Workplace Success
Prerequisite: BUS101 or TEC101
BUS208
Quantitative Analysis
Prerequisite: BUS109
FIN201
Financial Institutions and Markets
Prerequisite: BUS109
FIN203
Corporate Finance
Prerequisite: BUS109
HAT201
The Hospitality and Tourism System
Prerequisite: BUS101 or TEC101
HAT206
Food and Beverage Operations
Prerequisite: HAT201
HAT207
Technology and Innovation in Hospitality and Tourism
Prerequisite: HAT201
HAT208
Accommodation Operations
Prerequisite: HAT201
LAW204
Corporations Law
Prerequisite: BUS107
MAN200
Introduction to Management
Prerequisite: BUS101 or TEC101
MAN201
Organising People at Work
Prerequisite: BUS101 or TEC101
MAN202
Governance, Ethics and Sustainability
Prerequisite: BUS101 or TEC101
MAN204
Managing Projects
Prerequisite: BUS101 or TEC101
MAN205
Managing Operations
Prerequisite: BUS101 or TEC101
MAN206
People and Culture
Prerequisite: BUS101 or TEC101
MKT200
Marketing Principles
Prerequisite: BUS101 or TEC01
MKT201
Integrated Marketing Communications
Prerequisite: MKT200
MKT203
Services Marketing
Prerequisite: MKT200
MKT204
Omnichannel Marketing
Prerequisite: MKT200
MKT205
Consumer Behaviour
Prerequisite: MKT200
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ACC201 Financial Accounting BUS103
ACC202 Accounting Information Systems BUS103
ACC203 Advanced Financial Accounting ACC201
ACC205 Management Accounting BUS103
BUS201 Skills for Workplace Success BUS101 or TEC101
BUS208 Quantitative Analysis BUS109
FIN201 Financial Institutions and Markets BUS109
FIN203 Corporate Finance BUS109
HAT201 The Hospitality and Tourism System BUS101 or TEC101
HAT206 Food and Beverage Operations HAT201
HAT207 Technology and Innovation in Hospitality and Tourism HAT201
HAT208 Accommodation Operations HAT201
LAW204 Corporations Law BUS107
MAN200 Introduction to Management BUS101 or TEC101
MAN201 Organising People at Work BUS101 or TEC101
MAN202 Governance, Ethics and Sustainability BUS101 or TEC101
MAN204 Managing Projects BUS101 or TEC101
MAN205 Managing Operations BUS101 or TEC101
MAN206 People and Culture BUS101 or TEC101
MKT200 Marketing Principles BUS101 or TEC01
MKT201 Integrated Marketing Communications MKT200
MKT203 Services Marketing MKT200
MKT204 Omnichannel Marketing MKT200
MKT205 Consumer Behaviour MKT200
Course Learning Outcomes

Students enrolled in the Diploma of Business at Kaplan Business School will learn how to:

 

  • Demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of business over its range of related disciplines
  • Recognise how business theories and concepts apply to business problems
  • Demonstrate judgement to recommend appropriate plans and solutions for a variety of business problems
  • Effectively communicate solutions to business problems

Entry requirements

All students applying to study at Kaplan Business School must satisfy the entry requirements for the desired course.

International entry requirements >

Domestic entry requirements >

English entry requirements >

Recognition of prior learning (RPL)

Students may be eligible for credit for academic work previously completed and should apply to the School for this to be recognised as an exemption from individual subjects of study.

Recognition of prior learning form (PDF) >

 

Download the Admissions Information for Diploma of Business

Career Outcomes

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As a graduate who successfully completes the course you could be employed across a diverse range of industries. 

You may apply for credit entry into the second year of our Bachelor of Business or a related undergraduate degree at another Australian higher education provider. 
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Fees and scholarships

Find out more about tuition fees and other expenses for our undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

International fees >

Domestic fees >

There are also scholarships you may be eligible for to help support your study and living costs.

Scholarships >

How to apply

Are you an International Student? Follow the steps below to complete your application to Kaplan Business School.
STEP 1

Complete the application form online. Enrolment terms and conditions apply.
STEP 2

Provide certified* copies of your:

  • Passport
  • High school certificates and transcripts
  • English proficiency documents e.g. IELTS test certificate or equivalent (if applicable)
  • Degree completion certificate and transcripts (if applicable)
  • Work experience details (if applicable)

* Please note that these documents must be certified by a Kaplan Business School representative or authorised education agent, a Public Notary or a Justice of the Peace in Australia.
STEP 3

We will notify you after receiving your application whether you have been accepted or not. If accepted, you will receive an Offer of Admission to study.
STEP 4

To proceed with your enrolment, you will need to:

  • Login to online Applicant Portal
  • Submit the evidence required to meet the condition(s) outlined in the Offer (if applicable)
  • Carefully read your offer including Terms and Conditions
  • Accept the Offer and complete the payment in the Applicant Portal
STEP 5

Once you receive your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE) from us you can proceed to apply for an Australian student visa.

Are you a Domestic Student? Follow the steps below to complete your application to Kaplan Business School.
STEP 1

Complete the application form online. Enrolment terms and conditions apply.
STEP 2

Provide certified* copies of your:

  • Passport or birth certificate and photo ID (licence)
  • High school certificates and transcripts
  • Degree completion certificate and transcripts (if applicable)
  • Work experience details (if applicable)

* Please note that these documents must be certified by a Kaplan Business School representative or authorised education agent, a Public Notary or a Justice of the Peace in Australia.
STEP 3

We will notify you after receiving your application whether you have been accepted or not. If accepted, you will receive an Offer of Admission to study.
STEP 4

To proceed with your enrolment, you will need to:

  • Login to online Applicant Portal
  • Submit the evidence required to meet the condition(s) outlined in the Offer (if applicable)
  • Carefully read your offer including Terms and Conditions
  • Accept the Offer and complete the payment in the Applicant Portal

As an Australian citizen wanting to enrol in a Kaplan Business School course, you may be eligible for FEE-HELP. For further information visit www.studyassist.gov.au

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