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- Gain 1 year of credit (advanced standing) to enter the second year of QUT’s Bachelor of Business degree.
- Develop foundational knowledge and skills for a broad range of business fields.
- Join a collaborative and close-knit learning community in which you will receive the support you need to succeed.
- Equip yourself for future learning, or prepare for your career by developing your writing and digital skills.
Highlights
- Provides a premium pathway into QUT's Bachelor of Business.
- Develop academic and English language skills for successful study in the degree program.
- Join a collaborative and close-knit learning community in which you will receive the support you need to succeed.
- Successful graduates receive 1 year of credit (advanced standing) towards the Bachelor of Business degree.
- Learn to operate effectively in an Australian university setting.
Why choose this course?
Studying the Diploma in Business at QUT College will fast-track your entry into the second year of QUT's Bachelor of Business. You will learn through university style lectures, tutorials and workshops with a focus on the development of independent learning skills. Graduates are guaranteed entry into QUT’s Bachelor of Business.
Through QUT College, you will join a collaborative and close-knit learning community in which you will receive the support you need to succeed. The QUT College community will also offer you valuable opportunities, such as the activities club, which will help you meet new friends and broaden your Australian learning experience. You will also be able to access a broad range of additional learning support.
Learn from the best
The Diploma in Business program is an introduction to the key disciplines and functions of business, with a global focus. You will learn from qualified teachers, which will prepare you well for your degree studies.
Our Diploma programs are regularly updated so they match the latest industry best practice, which means you will be able to use the knowledge and skills you gain when looking for a job and establishing your career.
Explore this course
The Diploma in Business is equivalent to the first year of QUT’s Bachelor of Business. This pathway is an introduction to key disciplines and functions of business, and provides knowledge of current business environments in a global context. You will:
- Study first year academic content.
- Develop your academic language and literacy skills through literature reviews and presentations.
- You will join a collaborative and close-knit learning community in which you will receive the support you need to succeed.
- Study on campus with access to all services and facilities across the University.
- On completion, receive a guaranteed place in Bachelor of Business with 1 year of advanced standing.
The Diploma in Business is equivalent to the first year of QUT’s Bachelor of Business. This pathway is an introduction to key disciplines and functions of business, and provides knowledge of current business environments in a global context. You will:
- Study first year academic content.
- Develop your academic language and literacy skills through literature reviews and presentations.
- Study on campus with access to all services and facilities across the University.
- Benefit from an interactive learning environment, with small classes and more contact hours.
- On completion, receive a guaranteed place in Bachelor of Business with 1 year of advanced standing.
Real-world facilities
This course is taught at QUT College, which is located at QUT's Kelvin Grove campus. The College is where you will spend most of your time going to classes and getting to know other international and Australian students. You will receive a QUT Student ID card which will give you access to all QUT's outstanding facilities, making you part of the fun and exciting QUT university community right from the start. Our community offers lifestyle and social opportunities, which will help you to enjoy a richer cultural experience.
Careers and outcomes
The course is designed as a pathway to undergraduate study in QUT Business degrees. Graduates may be employed in entry level positions. The possible careers list below highlight future career opportunities upon graduation from the Bachelor of Business.
Advanced Standing
Bachelor of Business
After successful completion of Diploma in Business, you are eligible for 96 credit points (one year) of advanced standing towards the Bachelor of Business.
It will take 2 years to complete the Bachelor of Business:
- February, July or November entry with any major.
Course articulation
Once you have successfully completed this course, you will be automatically offered a place in the Bachelor of Business and you will be eligible for 96 credit points (one year) of advanced standing (creditted). It will take two full-time years (or equivalent part-time) to complete your Bachelor of Business (in any major).
Course articulation
To progress into QUT's Bachelor of Business you will need to meet the conditions listed in your offer letter, including:
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successful completion of the Diploma in Business.
To find more information regarding the progression requirements, refer to the 'Requirements' tab for your chosen Bachelor degree, and select 'Australia' from the country list.
Possible careers
- Accountant
- Behavioural finance specialist
- Brand consultant
- Content marketing manager
- Copywriter
- Corporate sustainability manager
- Digital marketing specialist
- Economist
- Financial planner
- Global supply chain manager
- Human resource advisor
- International business specialist
- Marketing communications specialist
- Project manager
- Public relations officer/consultant
- Risk manager
- Small business owner
- Training and development co-ordinator
To meet the course requirements of the Diploma in Business, you must complete:
- Core units (96 credit points) including seven discipline units and one academic skills unit.
To meet the course requirements of the Diploma in Business, you must complete:
- Core units (96 credit points) including six discipline units and two academic skills units.
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2025 fees
2025: CSP $17,000 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2025 fees
2025: $24,960 per course (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: CSP $16,400 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: $23,541 per course (96 credit points)
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
QUT College Merit Scholarship
A scholarship for future international diploma and foundation students.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
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