University of Queensland
Graduate Diploma in Business Research Methods
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 12 months
- Course Type: Graduate Diploma
Deepen your understanding of core research methods and techniques that will equip you with the knowledge for further study and greater professional opportunities.
Course overview
The Graduate Diploma in Business Research Methods, offered full-time over one year (or part-time equivalent), equips students with advanced research skills valued in academia and the commercial world. The program offers a wide range of electives, covering topics like financial accounting research, corporate finance theory, and advanced marketing. Students work with internationally recognised leaders to develop both qualitative and quantitative research skills, enabling them to conduct their own research projects or complete a thesis.
Key facts
What you will study
Students must complete 16 units (eight courses) comprising:
- Four to eight units from GDipBRM Flexible Core Courses
- At least four units from GDipBRM Research Courses
- Four to eight units from GDipBRM Elective Options
Each course is valued at two units, unless otherwise indicated.
Complete four to eight units from the following:
- Research Project (four units)
- (RBUS7995) Research Thesis OR (RBUS7996) Research Thesis (eight units)
Exit awards
If you withdraw from this program after completing eight units from the GDipBRM course list, you may apply to be awarded the Graduate Certificate in Business Research Methods.
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
To be eligible for entry, you'll need one of the following:
- A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline.
- The Graduate Certificate in Business Research Methods from UQ.
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 5.75 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.
English language requirements
For international students, you must demonstrate that you meet one of the following English proficiency requirements:
- IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ.
- TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.
- PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.
- BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.
- CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.
OET is not accepted.
There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. Contact the university for more information.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Business development manager
- Market research consultant
- Tracking specialist
- Workforce planning director
- Quantitative consultant
- Market intelligence account manager
- Social and commercial research consultant
- Insight analyst
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative annual fee in 2025: $41,840 (domestic full-fee paying place)
The indicative annual fee is the approximate yearly cost of tuition (16 units).
A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:
- The number of courses studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of courses.
- 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.