Graduate Diploma in Commerce (GDipCom)
Information valid for students commencing 2010
Duration
1 Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2010
Semester 1 (01 Mar, 2010)
Semester 2 (26 Jul, 2010)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
16
Program code
5325
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in any field with a GPA of at least 4.00 on a 7 point scale OR GCCom with a GPA of at least 4.00 on a 7 point scale OR post-secondary study and at least seven years of relevant work experience.
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
UQ Business School
Email: postgrad_enquiries@business.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3346 8101
Duration
1 Year full-time
Commencing 2010
Semester 1 (01 Mar, 2010)
Semester 2 (26 Jul, 2010)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
16
Program code
5325
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in any field with a GPA of at least 4.00 on a 7 point scale OR GCCom with a GPA of at least 4.00 on a 7 point scale OR post-secondary study and at least seven years of relevant work experience.
CRICOS Code: 048759A
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 Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Graduate Diploma in Commerce?
The Graduate Diploma in Commerce provides students with alternative pathways to the Master of Commerce and Master of Commerce (Advanced), as well as providing quality training in commerce-related fields to students from diverse educational backgrounds. The program provides students with grounding in fundamental commerce principles, offering courses from across the majors within the Master of Commerce.
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 Commerce.
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 degree in any field with a GPA of at least 4.00 on a 7 point scale OR GCCom with a GPA of at least 4.00 on a 7 point scale OR post-secondary study and at least seven years of relevant work experience.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in any field with a GPA of at least 4.00 on a 7 point scale OR GCCom with a GPA of at least 4.00 on a 7 point scale OR post-secondary study and at least seven years of relevant work experience.
Additional application requirements
Due to high demand, places may be limited for Semester 2, 2010. Please contact UQ before submitting an application.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 048759A
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.
What you can do with a Graduate Diploma in Commerce
Careers
Graduates can expect to find employment opportunities in the fields of management consulting, electronic retailing, stockbroking, banking and finance and funds management.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Association of Certified Chartered Accountants
- Australian Computer Society
- Australasian Institute of Banking and Finance
- Chartered Secretaries Australia Limited
- Certified Practising Accountants Australia
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia
Program rules for the Graduate Diploma in Commerce
To complete the Graduate Diploma in Commerce
To fulfil the requirements of the Graduate Diploma in Commerce, 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 MCom List comprising -
- any #16 from Part A or Part B
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:
