Diploma in Business

This subject introduces students to university culture and life, and explores a range of skills, attributes and behaviours that will gear students for success in their first year of tertiary study. A range of topics will be covered to facilitate increased confidence in students as they embark upon their university journey, as well as enhance students’ capacities to engage critically and actively in their chosen field of study. This subject will equip students with a range of academic study skills, research techniques and multi-literacies, and support students to develop their own individualised learning model, personal learning objectives and academic capacities. Academic integrity is further positioned as a critical component of university life and this subject will prepare students to engage effectively in their future professional fields and as active citizens.

With rapidly increasing industry advancements and emerging technologies professionals need to develop a well-rounded skill set, making them adept in today's technology-driven business environment. This subject delivers a combination of information technology, communications and creative concepts that will give you the ability and skills to excel in your future workplace. You will also develop an understanding of audiences from cross-cultural and international perspectives and develop your ability to creatively communicate complex ideas to a variety of stakeholders. Students will develop the ability to not only consider current challenges and opportunities, but also anticipate what the future may require.

The notion of business in practice has its foundations in economic theory. To connect the dots between what an enterprise does and why in the broader global context of economic forces, it is crucial to develop an understanding of ideas and their relationship to the enterprise’s goal. This subject will introduce the theoretical underpinning of economics, market forces and trending issues which ultimately shape enterprise behaviour in the global landscape. You will learn how the firm and its competitors adapt to each other’s actions. You will also learn nuances of government policy and how the enterprise can adapt to the shifting of goalposts along the way.

Marketing Enterprises is an ideal introduction to understanding consumer behaviour, preferences, and trends. It is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of integrated marketing strategies in various environments using real-world case studies and practices. Marketing Enterprises is a fundamental subject for marketing majors and offers a general overview for those who wish to design, develop, manage, and maintain consumer information. Marketing students can explore various career opportunities, such as marketing managers, analysts, digital marketing specialists, and advertising executives. In today's world, where businesses face unprecedented challenges and opportunities, a solid foundation in marketing is essential for success.

A business needs to know how to generate funds and ultimately invest it in resources that will bring it the most benefit. Keeping track of this money as it flows in and out of an enterprise is critical for success which is why we refer to it as speaking the language of business. In this subject, you will learn how to keep consistent records as dictated by accounting principles. With the basics in place, you will further your understanding of where funds come from and how financial information can be used to make informed choices about the future direction of the business.

Organisations need to respond to the ever-changing and increasingly complex global environment. The goal of this subject is to address this organisational requirement. You will learn the fundamentals of business management and leadership to acquire the competencies required by businesses. You will learn to motivate teams, make decisions, and manage people and enterprises, which are valuable skills for career advancement. Managing and Leading Enterprise will prepare students for effective professional and managerial careers. This subject will be beneficial if you aspire to start and manage your own business.

This subject is designed to complement the first six months of study in a College Diploma program by developing the skills required to be successful at University and beyond. The subject is delivered online with students accessing learning modules and connecting with their learner community in their own time and at their own pace to allow maximum flexibility. At the beginning of the subject students use diagnostic tools to identify their specific strengths and areas for improvement, and develop an individualised learning journey through the content. This learning journey will help to address individual study skill needs, while also developing employability skills, facilitating connection with peers and with the University community, as well as the student’s future career.

This subject is designed to assist students to take the next step in their academic development by helping them build higher level reflective skills that will allow them to critically consider their own learning and professional journey and make the adjustments required to achieve their goals. Students will begin to take ownership of their learning by developing proactive strategies that will allow them to study on their own terms. Students will begin engaging with their intended profession and reflect on the skills, attributes and qualifications that will be required to reach their goals. Students will also develop a transition plan to help them navigate the next steps in their academic journey so that they can identify the challenges they might encounter as they move forward, and develop the skills to overcome them.