The Graduate Diploma of Business (GDB) at Barton Business School is a postgraduate qualification designed to develop broader business knowledge, analytical capability, and professional skills relevant to contemporary business and organisational environments.
The course explores key business areas including:
The GDB is designed as a standalone postgraduate qualification and also forms part of the nested postgraduate business structure at BBS.
Students who complete the GDB may be eligible to progress into the MBA, subject to course and admission requirements.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Course Name | Graduate Diploma of Business |
| Qualification Type | Postgraduate |
| AQF Level | Level 8 |
| CRICOS Course Code | 119379K |
| Duration | 1 year full-time |
| Study Periods | 2 semesters |
| Delivery Mode | Face-to-face |
| Campus Location | Level 1, 108–112 Johnston Street, Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia |
| Total Units | 6 units |
| Total Credit Points | 90 credit points |
The GDB is designed to provide postgraduate-level business knowledge and professional capabilities relevant to contemporary organisational and business environments.
The course incorporates studies in:
Delivered over two semesters of full-time study, the GDB forms part of the broader nested postgraduate business structure at BBS.
Students may progressively continue further postgraduate business study through the MBA structure, subject to course and admission requirements.
Please note that course structures, unit offerings, delivery schedules, and study sequences may be subject to change.
The GDB at BBS is designed to support students in developing broader business knowledge, analytical capability, and professional skills relevant to contemporary organisational environments.
The course explores contemporary business themes including:
The GDB encourages students to develop communication, analytical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and professional decision-making skills relevant to modern business environments.
As part of the broader nested postgraduate business structure at BBS, the GDB also provides students with an opportunity to continue further postgraduate business study through the MBA structure, subject to course and admission requirements.
Graduates of the Graduate Diploma of Business will be able to:
| Code | Course Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| CLO1 | Use frameworks and theories, along with technical and analytical skills, to develop innovative, evidence-based solutions to management problems. |
| CLO2 | Exhibit effective written and oral communication skills by synthesising information logically, exercising sound judgment, and presenting arguments professionally to a variety of audiences. |
| CLO3 | Evaluate diverse business systems and practices to enhance knowledge, adopt best business practices and work effectively within team settings. |
| CLO4 | Demonstrate ethical decision-making processes when setting goals and standards. |
| CLO5 | Effectively initiate, plan, implement, and evaluate broad functions within business contexts, showcasing responsibility and accountability. |
The GDB is delivered over two semesters of full-time study and consists of six core units totalling 90 credit points. Each unit is worth 15 credit points.
The first semester of the GDB is identical to the Graduate Certificate in Business (GCB), while the second semester introduces additional business studies in governance, innovation, and business analytics.
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Unit Type | Pre-Requisite |
|---|---|---|---|
| ECO401 | Economics in a Digitalised World | Core | Nil |
| ACC401 | Accounting and Finance for Decision Makers | Core | Nil |
| MKT401 | Marketing for Managers | Core | Nil |
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Unit Type | Pre-Requisite |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUS401 | Strategy, Ethics & Governance | Core | Nil |
| BDA401 | Business Transformation Through Data Analytics and AI | Core | Nil |
| BUS410 | Innovation, Creativity & Entrepreneurship | Core | Nil |
Please note that unit availability, delivery schedules, and study sequences may be subject to change.
The Graduate Diploma of Business forms part of a nested postgraduate structure that allows eligible students to progressively complete recognised qualifications throughout different stages of study.
Students who complete relevant stages of the course may be eligible to exit with:
The GDB supports students in developing postgraduate-level business knowledge, analytical capability, communication skills, and professional judgement relevant to contemporary organisational environments.
Graduates may seek opportunities across a range of business and organisational environments depending on their prior qualifications, professional background, experience, and further study.
Please note that completion of a course at BBS does not guarantee employment, professional registration, or migration outcomes.
Information regarding tuition fees, non-tuition fees, payment arrangements, refund information, and important fee-related policies is available on the dedicated Fees and Payments page.
Students are encouraged to carefully review all relevant fee information and policies before accepting an offer or making any payments to BBS.
Students interested in applying for the GDB can submit an application through the BBS online application system.
The Apply Now button will direct students to the online application portal, where applicants can:
Students who require assistance during the application process are encouraged to contact BBS for support.
