Graduate Diploma of Business Administration

Domestic Students

Completion of an AQF Level 7 or above higher education qualification (or overseas equivalent) in a relevant business field.

OR

Completion of an AQF Level 7 or above higher education qualification (or overseas equivalent) in any field AND a minimum of two years professional experience in a managerial position.

OR

At least five years of relevant professional experience, including two years in a management position.

International Students

Completion of an AQF Level 7 or above higher education qualification (or overseas equivalent) in a relevant business field.

OR

Completion of an AQF Level 7 or above higher education qualification (or overseas equivalent) in any field AND a minimum of two years professional experience in a managerial position.

OR

At least five years of relevant professional experience, including two years in a management position.

International students whose entry qualifications were obtained in an institution where English is not the language of instruction normally require an International English Language Testing Service (IELTS) of 6.5, with a score of not less than 6.0 in any of the four skill areas, or equivalent.

Note: International students must hold a valid student visa. There are numerous conditions that apply to a student visa. A holder of a student visa may not work, paid or unpaid, for more than 40 hours in any fortnight during semester. Current information on student visa conditions may be found here.

Relevant Work Experience

The following supporting documentation is required to demonstrate relevant work experience:

• certified copies of relevant qualificiations or micro-credentials completed, if relevant;

• a current CV demonstrating relevant work experience, including managerial or leadership experience of people or projects. This includes a full work history that details the major activities undertaken, such as managing a team, managerial components of major projects, and/or delegation responsibilities;

• two current, signed references that are work related; and

• Statement of Intent outlining the motivation to study, previous education, employment history; and how this course can assist in career aspiration or progression.

Applicants entering based on professional experience are evaluated on a case-by-case basis by the Program Director (or delegated representative).

Credit and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Credit for previous learning may be obtained through the process of articulation, credit transfer, and RPL or a combination of these processes. Students who wish to apply for RPL must provide evidence in terms of completed qualifications along with other relevant documentation. 

Alternative Admission Arrangements

Alternative admission pathways are also open for educationally disadvantaged applicants and for First Nations Peoples applicants. These applicants will be assessed on a case-by-case basis with RPL, professional accreditations, and the provision of a portfolio of work for entry to micro-credential and single units.

Applicants seeking alternative entry must also fulfil the English language entry requirements.

Alternative pathways are evaluated on a case-by-case basis by the Program Director (or delegated representative).