The Diploma of Business is a one-year course, and is available on both a full time and part time basis.

Learn business fundamentals that will set you up for a future in business.

The course consists of the first two semesters of the Bachelor of Business. It provides the basis for early entry into employment.

Students who successfully complete the Diploma of Business may articulate into the Bachelor of Business. The maximum time allowed for the completion of the Diploma of Business is 4 years. Extensions beyond this time may be approved where extenuating circumstances exist.

Course admission information, including the ATAR/selection rank, and student profile for the Diploma of Business can be found here.

Accountant, Administration Manager, Banker, Bookkeeper, Business Analyst, Business Development Manager, Business Manager, Entrepreneur, Event Coordinator, Event Manager, Financial Project Manager, Government Officer, Insurance Officer, Manager, Marketer, Market Research Manager, Office Manager, Project Manager, Promotions Coordinator, Sales Coordinator, School Business Manager/Bursar, Small Business Owner, Workplace Health and Safety Officer.

COURSE DETAILS

COURSE Code

BS01


QTAC Code

092001


CRICOS Code

030721G


MODE

On campus, External/Online


MINIMUM SELECTION THRESHOLD (ATAR/RANK):

All eligible applicants offered

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Admission Criteria

COURSE ADMISSION CRITERIA

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RECENT SECONDARY EDUCATION

Applicants who have completed secondary education in the last two years and who are aged 17 years or over, are eligible for admission to this course.

Information on our Rank Adjustment Schemes HERE

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VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING (VET) STUDY

Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study of at least a completed Certificate III (with a GPA of at least 4.0, where applicable) and who are aged 17 years or over, are eligible for admission to this course.

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HIGHER EDUCATION STUDY

Applicants with completed higher education study, and applicants with higher education study of at least one semester (full-time equivalent) who wish to transfer to or within CHC, are eligible for admission to this course.

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WORK AND LIFE EXPERIENCE

Applicants with work and life experience who demonstrate readiness for higher education, including successful completion of the Special Tertiary Admission Test (STAT), are eligible for admission to this course.

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY

Applicants for whom English is not their first language must provide certified documentary evidence that their secondary schooling, or tertiary studies of at least one year, was conducted in the English language or they have satisfactory results in an acceptable English Language Proficiency examination (see table below). Results are to be no more than two years old as at the commencement of the course of study.

EXAMINATION Minimum Requirement
IELTS (Academic) 6.5 (at least 6.0 in all subtests)
PTE (Academic) 59 (at least 51 in all subtests)
TOEFL (PBT) 577
TOEFL (IBT) 90 (at least 16 in Listening, Reading; 21 in Writing; 18 in Speaking)
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WHAT TO EXPECT

Our expert teaching staff will inspire you to think creatively, be curious and innovate.

Flexible delivery

Choose a part-time or full-time program, and on campus or external/online delivery (or a combination), to suit your circumstances and lifestyle. Individual classes may be held either during the day or in the evening, so be sure to check the timetable to find out what will work best for you.

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Course Structure

In planning their course, students must consult the Business Courses Guide for information regarding course rules and requirements, including unit prerequisite requirements.

The Diploma of Business consists of 8 core units:

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Fees & Scholarships

FEES

All courses at CHC have study costs that are determined by whether you are a domestic student or an international student, and whether you are in a fee-paying place or Commonwealth supported place.
Different payment options are available, and eligible students can access the Commonwealth government’s HELP scheme to defer the payment of their study costs.
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SCHOLARSHIPS

CHC has a number of scholarships available in particular course areas to help students who are coming to CHC as school-leavers.

The Government also provides some financial assistance to students to help the transition into study.

Further information about scholarships and government financial assistance is available below.

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CONTACT US

We want to make sure you’re getting all the relevant and helpful information to ensure you are best informed about your higher education pathway.

A staff member will be in touch to help with your questions.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

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GETTING STARTED AT CHC

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