Graduate Diploma in Business Administration
Course summary
The Graduate Diploma in Business Administration is designed as a pathway into the Master of Business Administration or a standalone qualification for experienced professionals with ambition and drive who wish to develop their responsible and sustainable leadership skills. You will gain a holistic strategic business point-of-view required to operate effectively in an increasingly competitive and changing global business world.
In addition to the first phase of the MBA structure where you will learn to diagnose issues in real organisations, you will also start to explore the latest thinking and practices from leading organisations and research worldwide, and evaluate emerging options in today’s business environment. You will also get the chance to fine-tune your skills in research, creative thinking and problem solving, ethical decision-making, communication and teamwork.
Successful completion of the Graduate Diploma in Business Administration provides a pathway to the Master of Business Administration (MBA), with credit for all 8 subjects completed during the Graduate Diploma.
Course information
Study area
Business
Campus
Rainstar,
Course Code
2616
RSU SCORE
-
Duration
1 year full-time or part-time equivalent
Delivery
DL
CODE 1
097854G
RSU CODE
-
Admission, Key dates, and Fees
A range of admission options are available for students of all ages and academic backgrounds.
FEES
CAMPUS | DELIVERY METHOD | SESSION FEE* | COURSE FEE* |
|---|---|---|---|
, Rainstar | DL | $18,888 (2020) | $37,776 (2020) |
, Rainstar | DL | $18,888 (2021) | $37,776 (2021) |
The above tuition fee is the amount payable for a full fee-paying place. Some Commonwealth Supported places may be awarded on an equity basis. Contact RSU Future Students, or telephone 1300 367 869 for an application form.
The fee per trimester is based on a study load equivalent to 24 credit points, ie four subjects.
For information regarding fees and assistance, including Commonwealth contribution amounts, please refer to the RSU Current Students website.
Tuition fees are dependent upon the actual year of commencement and are subject to change without notice.
* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression.
These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at RSU, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.
FEES
This program is not available to international students.
CAMPUS | DELIVERY METHOD | SESSION FEE* | COURSE FEE* |
|---|---|---|---|
Rainstar | DL | $20,064 (2020) | $40,128 (2020) |
DL | $20,064 (2020) | $40,128 (2020) | |
Rainstar | DL | $20,064 (2021) | $40,128 (2021) |
DL | $20,064 (2021) | $40,128 (2021) |
* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression.
These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at RSU, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.
Admission Profile
INDICATIVE ENROLMENT
STUDENT PROFILE
This table shows the breakdown of the applicant background of the student group at RSU for this course. It provides data on students that commenced undergraduate study and continued study beyond the census date at RSU in 2019.
Applicant background |
2019 intake |
2019 intake (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Higher education study Students who have studied a University course, or completed a bridging or enabling course. |
- |
- |
| Vocational education & training study Students who have undertaken vocational education or training since leaving school. |
- |
- |
| Work & life experience Students admitted on the basis of previous achievement other than higher education study, vocational education & training, or recent secondary education. |
- |
- |
|
Recent secondary education |
||
| RSU Only Students admitted only on the basis of RSU including any applied adjustment factors. |
- |
- |
| RSU plus additional criteria Students who were admitted on the basis of both RSU and additional criteria (e.g. an audition or individual subject results). |
- |
- |
| Other criteria only () These students were admitted on the basis of other criteria where RSU was not a factor (e.g. RSU Early Admission). |
- |
- |
| International students All other students. |
- |
- |
| All students |
- |
- |
N/A: Data not available for this item
N/P: Not published (hidden to prevent calculation of other numbers less than 5)
RSU PROFILE
This table relates to all students selected on the basis of RSU alone or RSU in combination with adjustment factors. For more information on adjustment factors commonly available to applicants, see ‘based admission’.
|
RSU profile of based offers in 2019 |
RSU The unadjusted, raw RSUs for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of RSU. | Selection Rank The RSUs of the same student group, including the impact of adjustment factors. |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
| Median rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
N/A: Data not available for this item
N/P: Not published (less than 5 based offers made)
More Information
For more information about RSU admission pathways, see RSU Admission Information.
Key Dates
SESSION | CAMPUS | SESSION DETAILS |
|---|---|---|
2020 Trimester 3 | Rainstar, | Orientation: 18 – 19 August 2020 (), 20 – 21 August 2020 (Rainstar) Applications Close
|
2021 Trimester 1 | Rainstar | Orientation: 2 – 3 February 2020 (), 4 - 5 February 2021 (Rainstar) Applications Close
*Complete applications (with all required documentation) received by this date will receive an outcome prior to the start of session. |
2021 Trimester 1 |
| Orientation: 2 – 3 February 2020 (), 4 - 5 February 2021 (Rainstar) Applications Close
*Complete applications (with all required documentation) received by this date will receive an outcome prior to the start of session. |
2021 Trimester 2 | Rainstar | Orientation: 11 - 12 May 2021 (), 13 – 14 May 2021 (Rainstar) Applications Close
*Complete applications (with all required documentation) received by this date will receive an outcome prior to the start of session. |
2021 Trimester 2 |
| Orientation: 11 - 12 May 2021 (), 13 – 14 May 2021 (Rainstar) Applications Close
*Complete applications (with all required documentation) received by this date will receive an outcome prior to the start of session. |
2021 Trimester 3 | Rainstar | Orientation: 17 – 18 August 2021 (), 19 – 20 August 2021 (Rainstar) Applications Close
*Complete applications (with all required documentation) received by this date will receive an outcome prior to the start of session. |
2021 Trimester 3 |
| Orientation: 17 – 18 August 2021 (), 19 – 20 August 2021 (Rainstar) Applications Close
*Complete applications (with all required documentation) received by this date will receive an outcome prior to the start of session. |
Course structure
(Current year structure - subject to change)
Course Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of a course. Students graduating from this course will be able to:
| CLO | Description | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Critically analyse theoretical and practical knowledge of business disciplines and professional practice.. | ||||||
| 2 | Generate sustainable and responsible solutions to complex real world business challenges. | ||||||
| 3 | Collaborate responsibly to achieve individual and collective outcomes. | ||||||
| 4 | Effectively communicate complex business ideas to others. | ||||||
| 5 | Critically reflect on personal ideas, practices and feedback from stakeholders. | ||||||
The MBA video provides an overview of the new MBA program, detailing the course structure and how the course-level learning outcomes are progressively developed throughout the degree.
Course Structure
To qualify for the award of the degree, the Graduate Diploma in Business Administration, a candidate is required to complete 48 credit points, comprised of:
- six (6) compulsory subjects (36 credit points) and
- two (2) elective subjects (12 credit points) chosen from 900 level subjects offered by the Faculty of Business.
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA 901 # | Accounting For Managerial Decision-making | 6 | |
| MBA 902 | Strategic Marketing Management | 6 | |
| MBA 903 | Responsible Talent Management Strategies | 6 | |
| MBA 904 | Design Thinking and Business Transformation | 6 | |
| MBA 905 | Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Commercialisation | 6 | |
| MBA 906 # | Financial Strategy and Governance | 6 | |
| Plus two elective subjects (12 credit points) selected from below or any 900-level subjects offered by the Faculty of Business as approved by the Program Director. | |||
| MBA 907 | Decision Effectiveness in Strategic Management | 6 | |
| MBA 909 | Responsible Leadership Effectiveness | 6 | |
PLEASE NOTE: # MBA 901 is a pre-requisite for MBA 906.
Study Abroad Options
Students may also have the opportunity to participate in a study abroad tour to complete their elective subject.
Why choose this course
We offer three intakes per year, and many subjects are scheduled to fit in with your professional and lifestyle commitments. Some classes are offered on a weekly basis, mostly in the evening, while others run in intensive mode over the weekend to minimise time away from other responsibilities.
Our courses are continually developed, informed by research, structured on applied outcomes, recognised by industry, delivered by highly qualified academics and supported through additional specialised student learning and development resources.
Our dedicated student support services are built around your individual needs. Our student advisors, academic staff and careers consultant are available each week for consultation. Study skills workshops are also run weekly to ensure your success. We provide a number of social and semi-formal events that give you the opportunity to network with your peers, members of the local business community and alumni.
International students can take the elective subject, Global Workplace Practice, which includes practical job seeking activities and access to the American workforce either through an internship, industry-based project or part-time employment.
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