Graduate Diploma in Business Administration (GDipBA)
Information valid for students commencing 2009
Duration
1 Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2009
Semester 1 (02 Mar, 2009)
Semester 2 (27 Jul, 2009)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
16
Program code
5079
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or GCBA with a GPA of at least 4.50, and at least three years of relevant work experience including at least one year at supervisory/management level.
Additional application information
International applicants must complete the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) with a minimum score of 550.
A student may be required to pass a qualifying examination in basic computing, written communication and basic mathematics and statistics before enrolment is approved.
Details for the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) can be found at the following web address: www.mba.com/mba/thegmat.
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
School of Business
Email: postgrad_enquiries@business.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 6475
Duration
1 Year full-time
Commencing 2009
Semester 1 (02 Mar, 2009)
Semester 2 (27 Jul, 2009)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
16
Program code
5079
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or GCBA with a GPA of at least 4.50, and at least three years of relevant work experience including at least one year at supervisory/management level.
CRICOS Code: 022210G
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).
view the English proficiency policy.Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
How to applyEnquiries for International students
International Recruitment Manager
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Graduate Diploma in Business Administration?
The MBA is a world-class program covering the key areas of contemporary management practice. Students enrolling in the Graduate Diploma of Business Administration can design their own program and select from courses in marketing, international business, business economics, accounting, finance, public administration, or several other business- related fields.
Graduates will possess an in-depth knowledge of management operations; have an integrated view of contemporary Australian and international business issues and demonstrate the communication and leadership skills essential for management roles.
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Diploma in Business Administration.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or GCBA with a GPA of at least 4.50, and at least three years of relevant work experience including at least one year at supervisory/management level.
Additional application information
International applicants must complete the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) with a minimum score of 550.
A student may be required to pass a qualifying examination in basic computing, written communication and basic mathematics and statistics before enrolment is approved.
Details for the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) can be found at the following web address: www.mba.com/mba/thegmat.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or GCBA with a GPA of at least 4.50, and at least three years of relevant work experience including at least one year at supervisory/management level.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 022210G
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Additional costs
- Students are expected to fund travel and living expenses associated with placements, some of which may be outside the Brisbane metropolitan area.
What you can do with a Graduate Diploma in Business Administration
Careers
Graduates from this program would be targeting employment in the areas of business consultation, or middle to high levels of business management.
Program rules for the Graduate Diploma in Business Administration
To complete the Graduate Diploma in Business Administration
To fulfil the requirements of the Graduate Diploma in Business Administration, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is required to obtain #16 from the MBA List comprising -
- #2 from Part A; and
- #14 from Part A, Part B and/or Part C.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
Related programs
Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider one of these related programs:
