Diploma of Business Studies

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ATAR: 52 SR: 52
Duration
1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
Location
Online
Next start term
Term 2, 2025
Study mode
On Campus, Online
Course code
CL87
First-year fee
$16,992 (Indicative) (CSP)
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Overview

Develop introductory skills and knowledge in business and management with a Diploma of Business Studies from CQUniversity.

In this course, you will explore a range of introductory business-related topics, including accounting, business analytics, economics, business law and marketing. You will also have the opportunity to select an elective unit based on your area of interest and career aspirations. 

You will also have the option to pathway into the second year of the Bachelor of Business, advancing your skills and knowledge, whilst receiving credit for the units you have already completed. 

Study Experience

Discover more about your Diploma of Business Studies and how you'll benefit from flexible study options and seamless pathways to advance your skills and knowledge. Click 'Explore Study Experience' for more information.

  • Industry Relevant
  • Study Full-time or Part-time
  • Online or On Campus
  • Professional Development
  • Seamless Pathways

Career Opportunities

Completion of the Diploma of Business Studies will prepare you to pursue employment opportunities in roles such as:

  • office administrator
  • project officer
  • administrator
  • personal assistant
  • executive officer.

Structure & Availability

The course structure and available locations can change depending on when you want to study. You can choose the intake that best suits you in the drop-down menu below.

Available Locations

Your Course

You must complete eight units (48 credits):

  1. 1
    The core structure (7 units)
  2. 2
    One elective unit

Unit Details

The units you'll study are listed below. Click on a unit to learn more.

What You'll Study

Core Units

You will complete the first seven units listed below. 

Elective Units

You will then have the option to select one additional unit from the following:

  • Introductory Financial Accounting (ACCT11081)
  • Residential Construction (BLAR11050)
  • Fundamentals of Personal Financial Planning (FINC11001)
  • Organisation Behaviour (HRMT11010)
  • Human Resource Management (HRMT11011)
  • Digital Marketing (MRKT11028).
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Course Planner

To help you plan your studies and see which unit comes first, if one unit should be completed before another and when you will study each unit, check out our course planners.

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Additional Information

If you have completed prior study relevant to units within this course, you may be eligible for credit for your past studies. Learn more about credit and recognition of prior learning.

Requirements

To Be Eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements. 

Student and Course Profiles

View the student and course profiles for this course and learn about CQU's Undergraduate Profile for Term 1, 2025 via our Institute Profile. 

Institute Profile

During Your Study

While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies. 

Fees & Scholarships

Indicative First-Year Fee

The Indicative First-Year Fee is the approximate cost of enrolling in this course for one full-time academic year (eight units over two terms) for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) and should be used as a guide only. Your actual fees may vary depending on the units you select to study and your study load. Check the Cost per Unit spreadsheet available on our Understanding Course Fees webpage. 

Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change. Fee estimates for the following year are expected to be available in November each year.

Commonwealth Supported Places

This course has Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available, and as a domestic student, you'll be offered a CSP, provided you meet CSP eligibility requirements. CSPs are subsidised by the Australian Government, meaning you are only required to pay the student contribution rather than full tuition fees.

HECS-HELP Loan

You may be eligible for a HECS-HELP government loan if you are offered a CSP. HECS-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme that assists you in paying your student contributions. Provided you meet the HECS-HELP eligibility criteria, you may use HECS-HELP to defer part or all of your student contribution fees. 

Learn more about paying for university.

Part of your course costs will include Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF). SSAF is charged in addition to your student contribution or tuition fees and is used to help enhance your study experience. There may also be other costs as part of your studies, such as textbooks, technology expenses, travel expenses, professional certifications, uniforms, or vaccinations. 

Explore other study costs.

We believe a quality education can be for everyone – regardless of background, location, or life circumstances. That's why we offer a variety of scholarships and bursaries that can give you a helping hand with a range of expenses and enhance your employability.

Explore scholarships.

How to Apply

How to Apply

Check what you need to do to apply to study this course. 

Your Application Options

Extra Admission Information

Prior to applying, take a look at important application dates and learn about our admission considerations, such as information for domestic students with overseas qualifications, indigenous support, and elite athlete, coach and performer support. You should also check out the adjustment schemes that might be available to you and how to access them. You can also explore our offer information to learn more about what happens after you've submitted an application and how to respond to an offer to study with CQU. 

Applying for 2026

Applications for 2026 via the Queensland Tertiary Admission Centre (QTAC) open in August 2025.

More information will be available soon.

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