Diploma of Business
CRICOS: 068626D

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

This program is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in the global business environment. Students who complete the Diploma of Business may then choose to continue in the 2nd and 3rd years of IMC Bachelor of International Business (General or Accounting stream). This will be conditional on completion of the Diploma at an appropriate level.

DURATION

1 year full-time or 2 years for part-time

International students are required to maintain a full-time study load on campus basis.

DELIVERY SITE

On campus (Eveleigh NSW 2015；Hobart TAS 7000; Highgate WA 6003)

APPLICATION DATE

Refer to key dates

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Domestic Students: Please refer to Undergraduate Admission Requirements.

International Students: Please refer to Overseas Qualification Recognition.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

Please refer to English Language Requirements

CREDIT ARRANGEMENT

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is available and will be assessed in accordance with IMC's RPL policy and procedure. Please refer to the Application for Recognition of Prior Learning and the RPL policy and procedure for further details.

COURSE STRUCTURE

This course contains 8 core subjects in related fields.

Core Subjects

• TACC101 Financial Accounting Principles
• TECO103 Principles of Economics (new combined unit)
• TBUS110 Introduction to Electronic Commerce
• TMGT101 Business Management
• TMKT101 Principles of Marketing
• TSTA101 Introductory Statistics
• TACC102* Accounting For Decision Making
• TFIN102 Principle of Finance
  
  

To exit with a Diploma of Business, students must successfully complete 8 units (48 credit points).

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ASSESSMENT METHODS

Assessment methods are designed to encourage learning, provide feedback and measure achievement of unit learning outcomes. Forms of assessment vary among units and include research reports, projects, essays, group work, presentations, problem solving and case studies as well as tests, quizzes and examinations. Students may be required to complete assessment tasks alone or in groups to encourage development of generic skills. Assessments generally require a written submission but may include an oral presentation. In capstone units, assessments may include industry engagement and an extensive report.

PATHWAY TO EMPLOYMENT / FURTHER STUDY

Upon successful completion of 8 Diploma units (48 credit points), students may choose to continue in the 2nd and 3rd years of IMC's Bachelor of International Business (General or Accounting stream) This will be conditional on completion at an appropriate level.

IMC Diploma of Business can equate to a maximum of 48 credit points towards the University of Wollongong's Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Business degrees if marks achieved meet a GPA of 2.4 or a 60% average.