Find your pathway to global business leadership

Perfect for school leavers or professionals seeking a strong start, this comprehensive programme builds the essential skills in management, economics, and business law needed to excel in today's fast-paced environment. It is the ideal first step into the world of business.

Admission requirements

To be eligible for the Diploma in Business Studies, applicants should meet the following criteria:

Minimum age

17 years

Academic

Completion of secondary education or its equivalent.

English proficiency

IELTS score of 5.0 or equivalent (such as TOEFL, PTE, or evidence of previous studies conducted in English).

Career pathways and further study

This diploma is your launchpad for success. Graduates are prepared for a variety of entry-level roles in marketing, human resources, finance, and administration across numerous industries.

It also serves as a direct pathway to our Bachelor of Science in Business Studies, allowing you to seamlessly continue your education and advance your career potential.

Core units

This is a comprehensive programme designed to build fundamental knowledge of business operations, management principles, and economic concepts. It's intended to equip students with the skills for entry-level business positions or for progression to a bachelor's degree.

• Business Law
• Macroeconomics
• Personal Finance
• International Business
• Organisational Behaviour
• Risk Management
• Corporate Governance
• Managerial Economics

Designed for diploma holders or direct-entry students, this degree delves into the advanced concepts that drive modern business. You will master global strategy, international finance, and project management, shaping you into a decisive and innovative leader ready for management roles.

Admission requirements

Progression to our Bachelor's degree is designed to be seamless. Applicants should have one of the following:

Diploma

A recognised Diploma in Business or an equivalent qualification.

Direct entry

Completion of pre-university or foundational programme, or an equivalent qualification recognised internationally.

English proficiency

IELTS 5.5 or equivalent (such as TOEFL, PTE, or evidence of previous studies in English).

Career pathways and advanced skills

This degree prepares you for leadership. Graduates are equipped for management-track roles in global strategy, international finance, human resources, and project management.

You will develop advanced capabilities in financial analysis, sustainable business practices, and strategic decision-making, positioning you to lead with confidence and a competitive edge in the international business arena.

Units

This degree programme expands on the diploma's foundation, integrating advanced studies in business management, finance, marketing, and global strategy. The goal is for students to develop a broad understanding of the modern business environment and the analytical skills needed to lead effectively.

Also taught in the Diploma

• Financial Accounting
• Introduction to Economics
• Introduction to Information Systems
• Successful Writing
• Introduction to Business
• Principles of Banking and Finance
• Principles of Marketing
• Spreadsheet Applications
• Managerial Accounting
• Microeconomics
• Essential Statistics
• Work Ethics
• Workplace Communication
• Business Law (also taught in the Diploma)
• Macroeconomics (also taught in the Diploma)
• Personal Finance (also taught in the Diploma)
• Regional Geography
• Sociology
• International Business (also taught in the Diploma)
• Organisational Behaviour (also taught in the Diploma)
• Risk Management (also taught in the Diploma)
• Communication Studies
• Corporate Governance (also taught in the Diploma)
• Managerial Economics (also taught in the Diploma)
• International Finance
• Psychology
• Social Problems
• Advertising
• Public Relations
• Human Resource Management
• Mass Communication
• Project Management
• Sustainable Business
• Global Strategy
• Psychology Research Methods
• Qualitative and Quantitative Methods