Macquarie University
Graduate Diploma of Business Administration
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 12 months
- Course Type: Graduate Diploma
Develop a solid understanding of fundamental business administration principles and enhance your strategic business skills.
Course overview
Being able to motivate staff, solve problems, communicate clearly, coordinate teams and effectively plan tasks are vital skills that all good managers possess. Having exceptional management skills will help your career flourish in any field.
The Graduate Diploma of Business Administration is designed for tomorrow’s functional business leaders and those who want to consolidate work experience or advance their career in a particular field. It provides an ideal starting point for those who need a thorough grounding in theory to progress or have been away from study for some time. This course serves as a pathway to the Master of Business Administration (MBA).
The Graduate Diploma of Business Administration is primarily delivered at our City Campus. However, some units are offered at our Wallumattagal Campus in Macquarie Park or online. To complete the course, you may need to attend classes at both campuses and/or online.
Key facts
April, 2026
June, 2026
September, 2026
What you will study
You must earn 80 credit points. Each unit is valued at 10 credit points.
Core Units
- Marketing Management: Creating Value for all Stakeholders
- Finance for Business Leaders: Steering Growth and Performance
- Accounting in Action: Applying Theory to Practice
- Managerial Economics: Making Better Decisions
- Business Strategy: Utilising Multi-Level Frameworks for Business Success
- Managing People: Leading Ethical and Inclusive Futures
- Leadership Excellence: Developing Professional Growth and Impact
Elective Units
Complete 10 credit points from the following options.
- Negotiation and Conflict Resolution: Mastering the Art and Science
- Big Data and AI for Decision Making: Leading Evidence-Based Solutions
- Special Topics in Management
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
To qualify for entry to this degree, you must have one of the following:
- An AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65 and three years (full-time equivalent) of relevant work experience at a managerial or professional level.
- Five years of relevant work experience at a managerial or professional level.
English language requirements
When applying to study at Macquarie University, you’re required to provide evidence of proficiency in English.
The required standard of English for this degree is outlined as follows: IELTS - Writing 6.0, Speaking 6.0, Reading 6.0, Listening 6.0 and an overall score of 7.
You may satisfy the English language requirements by having one of the following:
- An approved English language test at the required level.
- A qualification from an approved country with English as the language of instruction.
Please contact the university for complete details.
Recognition of Prior Learning
With recognition of prior learning (RPL), you could get credit for your prior study and experience, reducing the duration of your studies. Credit is awarded for formal and informal or non-formal learning. You’ll need to apply for RPL once you receive your offer to study at Macquarie.
Contact the university for more information.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
Graduates may pursue careers in roles such as:
- Account Manager
- Business Consultant
- CEO or General Manager
- Entrepreneur
- Finance Manager
- Industry specialist manager
- Innovator
- International Marketing Consultant
- Operations Manager
- Production Manager
- Sales Manager
Fees and FEE-HELP
Estimated fee in 2026: $48,400 (domestic full-fee paying place).
The estimated annual fee displayed is based on completing a standard full-time study load. Fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change.
A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:
- The number of units studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of units.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.