Charles Sturt University
Graduate Diploma of Applied Business
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 12 months
- Course Type: Graduate Diploma
Acquire skills in supply chain logistics, brand authenticity, and workplace diversity and well-being.
Course overview
The Graduate Diploma of Applied Business from Charles Sturt University is your pathway to business success – and a stepping stone to study further. Choose from a wide range of subjects when you study a business diploma at Charles Sturt to hone a skill set that perfectly aligns with your career goals. This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your research to achieve the right level of qualification for you.
Key facts
13th July, 2026
16th November, 2026
17th November, 2025
What will you study
To complete the Graduate Diploma of Applied Business, you must complete 64 credit points. This consists of 16 credit points for compulsory coursework and 48 credit points for elective coursework.
Compulsory subjects:
Complete at least two (2) subjects from the following (choose either Project Management OR ICT Project Management):
- Contemporary Management (8 credit points)
- Human Resource Management (8 credit points)
- Organisational Behaviour (8 credit points)
- Project Management (8 credit points) OR ICT Project Management (8 credit points)
Entry requirements
Applicants will generally be required to have an undergraduate degree from a recognised Australian tertiary institution or a qualification deemed to be equivalent. However, applicants with other academic and/or professional qualifications acceptable to the university will be considered.
English Language Proficiency
For postgraduate coursework courses, applicants must have obtained an Academic IELTS within the last two years with:
- A minimum overall score of 6.0.
- No individual score below 6.0.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Your previous studies can be acknowledged as credit towards your postgraduate studies, provided that they meet the relevant course requirements.
If you receive an offer of enrolment and you’ve undertaken prior learning, you may be eligible to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning. The procedure is governed by the university Recognition of Prior Learning policy. Contact the university for more details.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
Whether as a project manager, a business analyst, a digital marketer, or any number of other roles, you'll have the confidence and skills to drive success in your career and for your organisation.
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this course, graduates will be able to:
- Be able to apply knowledge and skills with reflection to professional practice
- Be able to analyse and evaluate business concepts applicable to their chosen business area of interest
- Be able to apply strategic thinking to applicable business contexts
- Be able to use knowledge and skills to problem solve and identify opportunities in specialist areas and in the broader business context
Fees and FEE-HELP
Estimated 2026 first-year fee: $33,680 (domestic full-fee paying place).
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.