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Australian Professional Skills Institute (APSI)

Diploma of Business

  • Diploma

The Diploma of Business course has been designed to assist leaners to have an understanding of general business practices and techniques in Australia including managing projects and meetings and developing business plans.

Key details

Degree Type
Diploma
Duration
1 year full-time
Course Code
BSB50120, 106054E
Study Mode
In person, Online
Intake Months
Jan

About this course

The Diploma of Business course has been designed to assist leaners to have an understanding of general business practices and techniques in Australia including managing projects and meetings and developing business plans. This course can boost learners business knowledge and skills to increase their business employment opportunities.

This course is designed to equip leaners with up-to-date industry trends, data and relevant information in Australian business environment. The course enables learners to gain knowledge and skills in managing important business functions such as marketing, finance and human resources, professional development, communication skills and emotional intelligence through practical projects, presentations, case studies and written assignments. This interactive course provides learners with the confidence to engage in discussions, provide their innovative ideas, suggestions and recommendations in a safe and supportive environment.

The Diploma of Business challenges the learner to refresh their current skills and prepares learners to perform efficiently in a business environment as a team leader, or front-line supervisor managing a workplace. The course combines a range of learning strategies to encourage contribution and participation similarly to the expectation in the workforce.

At the end of theory units, learners are required to undertake a workplace project in a real workplace to consolidate all theory learning.

Diploma of Business course also offers a pathway into a university degree, such as a Bachelor of Commerce with Edith Cowan University. Graduates of the Diploma of Business can gain direct entry to a Bachelor degree with advanced standing or credit up to one year, this means that learners can fast track their university degree with Australian Professional Skills Institute.

This course is available online via self-paced e-learning mode only for fee for service domestic students or non-student visa holders.

(Note: this course is not available to international students on student visa)

*Subject to terms and conditions

Entry requirements

Domestic Australian Students
  • For direct entry into Diploma level courses, students must have completed a minimum of Year 12 schooling or equivalent or to be a mature age student (20 years of age and above) with relevant work experience.
    • Students who have not completed Year 12 are permitted to study a certificate-level course at APSI prior to the diploma.
  • Students need to demonstrate they have proficiency in English. If students cannot provide documented proof of their English language proficiency, they will be required to sit for a Language, Literacy and Numeracy test (LLN) before a place can be offered.

Study locations

Wellington Fair

Online

Career pathways

This qualification reflects a variety of Business Services job roles. Upon completion of this qualification, learners may have frontline management accountabilities.

  • Administration Manager
  • Sales and Marketing Manager
  • Customer Service Manager
  • Section Head and Team Leader