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Graduate Diploma in Business Administration

Become a strategic thinker. Develop core business skills. Advance your career.

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For personalised assistance with UOW courses, please reach out to our Future Students Team:

Our team is available during Australian business hours, 9 am to 5 pm.

For other UOW contact details, click here.

Applicants can apply directly to UOW. You may be required to have scans or electronic copies of the following documents ready to attach to your application:

  • Academic qualifications relevant to your application
  • English proficiency evidence (if required)
  • Evidence of your citizenship, passport, or permanent residency status

Before you apply, please check the UOW course entry requirements, intake dates, and closing dates for your chosen degree.

International students are encouraged to apply with the support of an approved UOW agent. An agent can help navigate the application process and ensure that you submit all necessary documentation. For your nearest agent, please see our agent list.

Alternatively, if you would like to apply directly (without an agent), you can start the process through our Apply Online portal. Please note, some applicants will not be eligible to apply directly and will be prompted to apply via an agent.

Before starting your application, review the entry requirements, intake dates, and deadlines for your chosen degree at UOW. International students should also be aware of both UOW's general English language requirements and the English proficiency standards required for a student visa.

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For more details about this course

Australia: 1300 367 869. International: +61 2 4221 3218

Student ?
Domestic
Campus ?
Delivery ?
On Campus
Duration
1 year full-time, or part-time equivalent
Starts
  • Trimester 1 2025
  • Trimester 2 2025
  • Trimester 3 2025
  • Trimester 1 2024
  • Trimester 2 2024
  • Trimester 3 2024
Codes
UAC: 931290
UOW: 2616

Overview

The Graduate Diploma in Business Administration is designed as a pathway into the Master of Business Administration or a standalone qualification for experienced professionals with ambition and drive who wish to develop their responsible and sustainable leadership skills.

You will gain a holistic strategic business point-of-view required to operate effectively in an increasingly competitive and changing global business world.

In addition to the first phase of the MBA structure where you will learn to diagnose issues in real organisations, you will also start to explore the latest thinking and practices from leading organisations and research worldwide, evaluating emerging options in today’s business environment. You will also get the chance to fine-tune your skills in research, creative thinking and problem solving, ethical decision-making, communication and teamwork.

Domestic students have the option to study on campus or via distance delivery mode. Distance refers to learning activities that do not require you to attend campus, but instead allow you to join pre-scheduled virtual classes.

Successful completion of the Graduate Diploma in Business Administration provides a pathway to the Master of Business Administration (MBA), with credit for all eight subjects completed during the Graduate Diploma.

See the course handbook for more information.

Fee subsidised places available

UOW is offering Commonwealth supported places (CSPs) for all of our postgraduate coursework degrees in 2025. This means the Australian government will subsidise your tuition fees by up to 75%. To be eligible for this fee subsidy, you must meet the following criteria: Be a domestic student, i.e. an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident of Australia or a permanent Australian Humanitarian visa holder.

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Careers

  • Account Executive
  • Business Consultant
  • Business Development Manager
  • CEO
  • Entrepreneur
  • Finance Manager
  • General Manager
  • Marketing Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Products and Sales Manager
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Admissions information

A range of admission options are available for students of all ages and academic backgrounds. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures, and the UOW College Admissions Policy.

For specific advice or to ask any questions regarding an application, please contact the UOW Future Students Team.

A recognised bachelor’s or master’s degree with a WAM of 50%, PLUS a one-page Statement of Motivation,
OR
A tertiary academic qualification with a duration of at least three years’ full-time equivalent, PLUS three years’ full-time equivalent managerial or professional work experience, PLUS a one-page Statement of Motivation.

Note: Other tertiary qualifications combined with at least five years of relevant full-time professional work experience may be considered by the Faculty on an individual basis.

  • Domestic applicants with overseas qualifications

    If you have completed or partially completed studies at an approved university or tertiary institution, you may be eligible for entry to UOW. You'll need to provide academic records, and your course must be at least one-sixth complete. Non-English documents must include an official English translation. For more information, contact the UOW Future Students Team.

  • English language proficiency

    All UOW courses are taught in English and require varying levels of proficiency. If English is not your first language, you must meet the University’s English Language Requirements, which differ by course.

    Accepted international test results include IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Cambridge, and OET for specific health-related courses.

    Alternatively, you can fulfill the requirement by completing an English course at UOW College.

  • Workload

    Full-Time Study Load

    As a full-time student, you can expect to commit around 48 hours of study per week. This includes class time and independent study. You may need to factor more time for examination study and practical work & placements.

    Part-Time Study Load

    For part-time students, study hours will vary based on the number of units taken, with similar expectations for class and independent study.

    For more details on course workloads, please refer to the UOW Handbook.

  • Credit for Prior Learning

    If you have completed prior studies or relevant professional experience, you can request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.

    Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous study or work experience related to your chosen subjects.

    UOW values lifelong learning and recognizes various types of prior learning, regardless of how or where it was obtained. For more information, refer to UOW's Credit for Prior Learning page.

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Course fees table
Campus Delivery method Session fee* Course fee*
SydneyOn Campus$20088 (2025)$40176 (2025)
SydneyOn Campus$20088 (2024)$40176 (2024)
WollongongOn Campus$20088 (2025)$40176 (2025)
WollongongOn Campus$20088 (2024)$40176 (2024)
UOW Online WollongongDistance$20088 (2024)$40176 (2024)
UOW Online WollongongDistance$20088 (2025)$40176 (2025)

* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression. These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at UOW, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.

  • Trimester 1, 2025 at Wollongong, Sydney

    Orientation is usually held in the week before the course commences, specific dates will be available at https://www.sydneybusinessschool.edu.au/student/getting-started/orientation/
    Session: 10 February - 02 May 2025

    Applications Close

    • Domestic Applicants (Direct): 31 December 2024*
    • International Applicants: This course is not available to international applicants.

    *Complete applications (with all required documentation) received by this date will receive an outcome prior to the start of session.

    Applications received after this date will continue to be assessed until start of session. Late applications may be assessed for future sessions if an outcome for the requested session is not possible.

  • Trimester 2, 2025 at Wollongong, Sydney

    Orientation is usually held in the week before the course commences, specific dates will be available at https://www.sydneybusinessschool.edu.au/student/getting-started/orientation/
    Session: 19 May - 08 August 2025

    Applications Close

    • Domestic Applicants (Direct): 31 March 2025*
    • International Applicants: This course is not available to international applicants.

    *Complete applications (with all required documentation) received by this date will receive an outcome prior to the start of session.

    Applications received after this date will continue to be assessed until start of session. Late applications may be assessed for future sessions if an outcome for the requested session is not possible.

  • Trimester 3, 2025 at Wollongong, Sydney

    Orientation is usually held in the week before the course commences, specific dates will be available at https://www.sydneybusinessschool.edu.au/student/getting-started/orientation/ (Wollongong)
    Session: 25 August - 20 November 2025

    Applications Close

    • Domestic Applicants (Direct): 30 June 2025*
    • International Applicants: This course is not available to international applicants.

    *Complete applications (with all required documentation) received by this date will receive an outcome prior to the start of session.

    Applications received after this date will continue to be assessed until start of session. Late applications may be assessed for future sessions if an outcome for the requested session is not possible.

  • Tri 1, 2025 at UOW Online Wollongong

    DISTANCE/ONLINE

    Orientation is usually held in the week before the course commences, specific dates will be available at https://www.sydneybusinessschool.edu.au/student/getting-started/orientation/

    Session: 10 February - 02 May 2025

    Applications Close

    • Domestic Applicants (Direct): 31 December 2024*
    • International Applicants: This course is not available to international applicants.

    *Complete applications (with all required documentation) received by these dates will receive an outcome prior to the start of session.

    Applications received after these dates will continue to be assessed until 4 weeks prior to session (international), and start of session (domestic). Late applications may be assessed for future sessions if an outcome for the requested session is not possible.

  • Tri 2, 2025 at UOW Online Wollongong

    DISTANCE/ONLINE

    Orientation is usually held in the week before the course commences, specific dates will be available at https://www.sydneybusinessschool.edu.au/student/getting-started/orientation/

    Session: 19 May - 08 August 2025

    Applications Close

    •  Domestic Applicants (Direct): 31 March 2025*
    • International Applicants: This course is not available to international applicants.

    *Complete applications (with all required documentation) received by these dates will receive an outcome prior to the start of session.

    Applications received after these dates will continue to be assessed until 4 weeks prior to session (international), and start of session (domestic). Late applications may be assessed for future sessions if an outcome for the requested session is not possible.

  • Tri 3 , 2025 at UOW Online Wollongong

    DISTANCE/ONLINE

    Orientation is usually held in the week before the course commences, specific dates will be available at https://www.sydneybusinessschool.edu.au/student/getting-started/orientation/

    Session: 25 August - 20 November 2025

    Applications Close

    • Domestic Applicants (Direct): 30 June 2025*
    • International Applicants: This course is not available to international applicants.

     *Complete applications (with all required documentation) received by these dates will receive an outcome prior to the start of session.

    Applications received after these dates will continue to be assessed until 4 weeks prior to session (international), and start of session (domestic). Late applications may be assessed for future sessions if an outcome for the requested session is not possible.

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