Diploma of Business
A Diploma of Business will enable you to be an innovative and agile leader, while equipping you to solve real problems in an ever-changing world.
Delivered 100% online or hybrid, our Diploma of Business is a 12-month business management course that gives you the foundational knowledge and skills you need to be an inspirational leader with commercial acumen.
Qualification
BSB50120 Diploma of Business
- 12 month duration
- Part-time study available for Domestic students
- CRICOS Code: 106565D
Some Domestic students choose to undertake a Dual Diploma, combining the BSB50120 Diploma of Business with the BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management.
Modes of delivery
Domestic students:
- Online: Students are provided with a training plan that sets out a course structure for students to follow at their own pace
- Face-to-face: Students attend college as per the class timetable set out for the course
International students:
- Face-to-face: Students attend college as per the class timetable set out for the course
Entry requirements
Domestic students:
- Successful completion of Year 10 (or equivalent)
- No ATAR is required
- Applicants undertake a Language Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment for the College to determine the level of assistance needed to support the student.
International students:
- Students must provide evidence of IELTS 5.5 (Academic) with no band lower than 5.0 score or equivalent (test must be completed within 2 years) and
- Successful completion of a qualification equivalent to Australian Year 12
- Provide a Statement of Purpose (SoP) for studying at Bedford College when applicable
- A minimum age of 18 years is required
Career outcomes
Students who complete the Diploma of Business will learn foundational skills in business such as human resources, strategy, marketing and budgeting.
Many graduating students go on to fulfil roles in the private, Government and not-for-profit sectors:
- Legal Services
- Human Resources
- Media & Communications
- Finance & Banking
- Property & Real Estate
- Events & Hospitality
- Entrepreneurship
- Small Business Owner
- Pastoral Ministry
A nationally recognised business administration course that will empower and equip you to be a leader within your field, our Diploma of Business is for aspiring change-agents, innovators and entrepreneurs with a passion for sustainable leadership practices.
Work placement
Bedford supports students to source a one-week unpaid course related work placement.
Students studying our business courses are provided the opportunity to apply for a work placement with one of our reputable industry partners, with many students going on to secure employment offers upon graduation.
University pathways
Some of our graduates choose to undertake further study upon completion of their Diploma of Business.
Bedford College have arrangements with high-ranking universities to provide articulation pathways (with credit) towards Bachelor degree programs. As the formal agreements are subject to periodic change, it is best to contact us directly for the most up-to-date information.
Course subjects
Diploma of Business core units:
- BSBCRT511 Develop critical thinking in others
- BSBFIN501 Manage budgets and financial plans
- BSBXCM501 Lead communication in the workplace
- BSBOPS501 Manage business resources
- BSBSUS511 Develop workplace policies and
- procedures for sustainability
Diploma of Business elective units:
- BSBOPS502 Manage business operational plans
- BSBTWK503 Manage meetings
- BSBPEF502 Develop and use emotional intelligence
- SITEEVT024 Develop conference and event programs
- SIRXMKT006 Develop a social media strategy
- BSBMKG541 Identify and evaluate marketing opportunities
- BSBTEC404 Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment
Intakes
Bedford offers students flexibility when it comes to enrolment, allowing commencement of study across four study periods in a year.
- February
- April
- July
- October
Course costs
View our domestic student fees and international student fees.
Bedford College is an approved VET Student Loans (VSL) provider for Diploma level qualifications where students meet the eligibility requirements.
VSL is for domestic students only and is not available for international students.
Further information
Take that next step and invest in yourself.
Learn more about our Diploma of Business by downloading a Course Guide or getting in touch.