# Graduate Diploma in Business Administration

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**Parent**: https://www.uts.edu.au/courses/master-of-business-administration

## Superior management performance

The Graduate Diploma in Business Administration provides a basis for the development of a career in management if you haven't previously undertaken an administrative studies degree.

The program provides knowledge and skills essential for superior management performance and encompasses the ethos of practice-based learning, social justice, inclusion, and research with real impact.

Part of the [UTS Business School](https://www.uts.edu.au/about/faculties/business).

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## EXPLORE

## Graduate Diploma in Business Administration

### CODE

**UTS:** C06009 (version 10)

**CRICOS:** 001102G

### DURATION

1 year full time\
2 years part time

### INTAKE

Autumn Session 2026\
Spring Session 2026\
Autumn Session 2027\
Spring Session 2027

[View important dates](#admissions)

### COURSE FEES

Indicative total tuition fee for domestic students\
$38,100.00

[More on fees](#admissions)\

### LOCATION

City campus

## What you’ll study

The course features a core of five subjects that introduce you to key managerial and business concepts. These core subjects are from our MBA program and provide an immersive experience with students from diverse industry, cultural and educational backgrounds.

Beyond the core subject, you can choose from a wide choice of electives from across faculties.

Your general management skills are developed to provide expertise in strategic thinking, critical analysis, developing and implementing business plans, decision-making under uncertainty, understanding organisational dynamics, effective communication, and promoting change.

## Subjects at a glance

- ### Core subjects

  | Subject Code | Subject Name |
  | --- | --- |
  | 21880 | Leading People and Change |
  | 22800 | Understanding Accounting and Financial Reports |
  | 23709 | Economics for Management |
  | 24834 | Marketing Decision Making |
  | 25799 | Finance for Managers |

[See all subjects and majors in the UTS Handbook](https://coursehandbook.uts.edu.au/course/current/c06009)

## Take the first step

Discover how completing an MBA or Graduate Certificate in Executive Business Practice at UTS Business School can take your career to new heights.

[Download your info pack](https://www.uts.edu.au/forms/mba-options-info-pack)

## Admissions information

## Admissions information

- ### Course description
- ### Important dates
- ### Scholarships and prizes
- ### Course duration
- ### Admission requirements
- ### Domestic course fees
- ### Inherent requirements
- ### Recognition of prior learning
- ### Articulation with UTS courses

## Find more Business courses

[Return to Business](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/business)

### Entry schemes and pathways

[Learn more](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/admissions-entry)

At UTS, we understand the dedication it takes to reach your current position – forging a path through prior study, work, and diverse learning experiences.

[Read more](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/admissions-entry/recognition-of-prior-learning)

If you're Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, Jumbunna is an alternative application process for our courses that emphasises diverse pathways to success.

[Read more](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/admissions-entry/pathways/jumbunna-admission-program)

You can apply for our courses using your previous study. You may even be eligible for recognition of prior learning, so you won’t need to repeat subjects.

[Read more](https://www.uts.edu.au/current-students/managing-your-course/your-enrolment/enrolment-changes/course-transfer)

[Learn more](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/admissions-entry)

“I am most proud of the confidence I gained from the course. Coming from a performing arts background, I was essentially a newbie when it came to not only business, but entrepreneurship.”

Sharon Lee

Executive Master of Business Administration

### Where you’ll study

Our world-class facilities support your future-focused learning and high-impact research. They enable effective partnerships with industry and provide services to our community.

[See more facilities](https://www.uts.edu.au/about/locations-facilities/business)

[See more facilities](https://www.uts.edu.au/about/locations-facilities/business)

Take classes in the award-winning Dr Chau Chak Wing Building, designed by Frank Gehry.

Find your perfect library study spot and enjoy the quiet away from the campus bustle.

Our campus is a base for your academic, professional and social life.

Why UTS?

## Why study Business at UTS

With a Business degree at UTS, you'll learn innovative approaches to problem-solving, develop confidence with new technologies, and act towards a just and equitable world.

Our courses blend theory with real-world application, so you can apply these skills in the global market. We offer a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, research and MBA courses tailored to your ambitions.

### 5-star rating

International recognition for our research, graduate employability, teaching quality and infrastructure.

QS Stars Business Schools

## 16.8% increase in jobs

in the fast growing professional service industry.

Jobs and Skills Australia, 2021 Employment projections for the five years to 2026

## Best Business School

in Australia committed to a Responsible Ethos, as awarded by the Financial Times.

Financial Times Responsible Business Education Awards 2024

## Upcoming events

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UTS Business School
14/28 Ultimo Rd, Ultimo NSW 2007, Australia

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[Learn more](https://www.uts.edu.au/events/ceo-summit-2026)

On-demand

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[Learn more](https://www.uts.edu.au/events/uts-campus-tour)

On-demand

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[Learn more](https://www.uts.edu.au/events/info-day)

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[Learn more](https://www.uts.edu.au/events/bachelor-of-accounting-information-evening)

Tue 19 May 2026 - Wed 20 May 2026

8.30AM Australia/Sydney

Dr Chau Chak Wing Building, Building 8

UTS Business School
14/28 Ultimo Rd, Ultimo NSW 2007, Australia

$1,500.00

[Learn more](https://www.uts.edu.au/events/ceo-summit-2026)

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