Graduate Diploma of Business Administration
Typical Duration /
Standard Study Option 1 year, 4 months / 8 subjects / 4 trimesters
Structure /
8 subjects: 6 core + 2 electives
CAREER OUTCOMES / Operations manager / Corporate strategist / Administration manager / Corporate leader
START DATE /
March, May, July + November
Overview
The Graduate Diploma of Business Administration builds upon the Graduate Certificate and provides you with an understanding of the strategic approach required to achieve organisational success. This necessitates the adoption of disruptive innovation as well as emotional and cultural intelligence.
Locations
Adelaide / Brisbane / Gold Coast / Melbourne / Perth / Sydney
Course structure
Course subjects
For more information, please commence your application through Kaplink to see the full list of available subjects.
Course Learning Outcomes
Students enrolled in the Graduate Diploma of Business Administration at Kaplan Business School will learn how to:
- Explain the broad economic, social, regulatory and ethical environment in which business operates
- Demonstrate fundamental knowledge of business concepts and practices across a range of business disciplines
- Analyse a range of common economic situations using key economic theories, principles, models and laws
- Apply core management and accounting principles to the analysis of current business and accounting practices
- Communicate effectively in a range of business environments and with people from diverse backgrounds
Entry requirements
All students applying to study at Kaplan Business School must satisfy the entry requirements for the desired course.
International 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.
> Operations manager
> Corporate strategist
> Administration manager
> Corporate leader
This qualification is ideal if you wish to develop your knowledge and understanding in key areas of management. You may leverage your existing experience with enhanced analytical, strategic and leadership skills to achieve career advancement, make a career change or start your own business.
Upon successful completion you may be eligible for full credit towards our Master of Business Administration course, or another course with an alternative higher education provider in Australia.
Fees and scholarships
Find out more about tuition fees and other expenses for our undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
There are also scholarships you may be eligible for to help support your study and living costs.
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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