Graduate Diploma of Business Administration

The Graduate Diploma of Business Administration provides a comprehensive and practical understanding of key business concepts and skills. Participants will enhance their ability to lead ethically, make evidence-based decisions, navigate risks and challenges, and thrive in complex systems. Graduates are equipped to make a significant impact in their professional world and drive meaningful change in the organisations they lead.

Why study this degree?

• Completing a Graduate Diploma of Business Administration opens a multitude of exciting career paths and job opportunities. With a robust foundation in business principles and management skills, graduates of this program are equipped to excel in a variety of roles and industries.

• Notre Dame’s Graduate Diploma of Business Administration will prepare you to take on leadership roles, make informed business decisions and contribute effectively to the success of organisations. Our course structure is designed to provide a holistic education in business administration. Students will hone their critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making abilities while also gaining practical skills in areas such as finance, marketing, human resources and strategic management.

• Throughout the Graduate Diploma of Business Administration, you will have the opportunity to gain practical experience by engaging with real-world case studies, industry projects and internships. This hands-on approach ensures that our graduates are prepared to face the challenges of the business world.

• Additionally, you will interact with industry professionals through guest lectures, industry projects and networking events. These experiences not only enhance your learning but also provide valuable insights into the business world and help you build a strong professional network.

Learning outcomes

• Upon successful completion of the Graduate Diploma of Business Administration graduates will be able to:
• Apply management skills necessary to lead a team in business settings.
• Apply management skills necessary to manage a financially sustainable organisation.
• Develop processes and practices needed to meet the regulatory environment under which an organisation operates.
• Create community and stakeholder engagement strategies.
• Apply technology to leadership management and decision making.
• Develop ethical leadership and management practices.
• Employ critical reflection to maintain and improve professional knowledge and skills.

Career opportunities

• A Graduate Diploma of Business Administration can lead to careers in management-level positions in industry or government, Office Administrator, Administration Manager, Office Manager or Project Assistant.