Diploma Business Administration (MBA) Full Time

Diploma in Business

at Adelaide University · Adelaide, South Australia

CRICOS course code

099358G

CRICOS provider code

00123M

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

1 year

Tuition (whole course)

A$48,100 total

Per year

A$48,100/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Diploma in Business at Adelaide University introduces students to the essential concepts of business, management, accounting, marketing, and economics. Through a structured programme of study lasting one year full-time, students complete a set of core units that equip them with practical and theoretical knowledge relevant to many industries in Australia. Each unit carries a specific number of credit points, which together meet the qualification requirements listed on the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) for diplomas.

Classes combine lectures, tutorials, and group work, focused on developing skills like problem-solving, communication, and decision-making. Assessment types often include case studies, presentations, group assignments, and exams, aligning with industry practices. Some units may incorporate simulated business scenarios to give students experience relevant to Australian workplaces.

This course suits recent school leavers, international students seeking a university pathway, or anyone aiming to build business fundamentals before progressing into a bachelor’s degree. Graduates will have completed subjects commonly requested as prerequisites for further study and can often apply for credit towards an undergraduate business degree at Adelaide University or other Australian institutions. Those holding a student visa are typically permitted to work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study. On finishing the diploma, eligible graduates may meet requirements for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Office administrator in the private or public sector
Customer service coordinator
Sales support assistant
Accounts or payroll clerk
Support roles in marketing or human resources
Entry-level positions in South Australian businesses and corporate offices
Pathway to further business study, leading to broader opportunities in Australian commerce and management

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Diploma in Business at Adelaide University?

It typically takes 1 year, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$48,100 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Office administrator in the private or public sector Customer service coordinator Sales support assistant Accounts or payroll clerk Support roles in marketing or human resources Entry-level positions in South Australian businesses and corporate offices Pathway to further business...

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