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Diploma of Business

Program overview

Whether you’re looking for a pathway to an undergraduate degree or contemplating a career change, Bond University College’s diploma programs are the ideal steppingstone to university studies.

To help you manage your transition to study, our flexible program allows you to customise your subject load – starting with one or two subjects part-time and building to full-time as your confidence grows. Alternatively, you can complete the diploma in just eight months studying full-time and start your chosen bachelor’s degree at the third semester mark.

The Diploma of Business is one of our most in-demand programs, offering a pathway to a wide range of Bond undergraduate degrees in business, commerce, data analytics, communication, hotel and tourism management, sports management, and law.

The program introduces the fundamentals of core business functions such as marketing, accounting, economics, and maths.

One of the key benefits of opting to start your university studies with a diploma is the extra support Bond University College offers. You’ll be well prepared for academic study in your first few weeks with an intensive skills program that covers essay writing, critical reading, study techniques, time management and more; there’s more face-to-face teaching time in small group classes; and you’ll have access to one-on-one tutoring, workshops and targeted study help through the Academic Skills Centre.

Program code: CO-00008

CRICOS code: 078663E

Program overview

Whether you’re looking for a pathway to an undergraduate degree or contemplating a career change, Bond University College’s diploma programs are the ideal steppingstone to university studies.

To help you manage your transition to study, our flexible program allows you to customise your subject load – starting with one or two subjects part-time and building to full-time as your confidence grows. Alternatively, you can complete the diploma in just eight months studying full-time and start your chosen bachelor’s degree at the third semester mark.

The Diploma of Business is one of our most in-demand programs, offering a pathway to a wide range of Bond undergraduate degrees in business, commerce, data analytics, communication, hotel and tourism management, sports management, and law.

The program introduces the fundamentals of core business functions such as marketing, accounting, economics, and maths.

One of the key benefits of opting to start your university studies with a diploma is the extra support Bond University College offers. You’ll be well prepared for academic study in your first few weeks with an intensive skills program that covers essay writing, critical reading, study techniques, time management and more; there’s more face-to-face teaching time in small group classes; and you’ll have access to one-on-one tutoring, workshops and targeted study help through the Academic Skills Centre.

Program code: CO-00008

CRICOS code: 078663E

About this program

The Diploma of Business offers you a broad foundation for a range of career opportunities in the corporate sphere. Core subjects provide you with the fundamentals of accounting and marketing.  You will gain core skills in managing teams, leadership, communicating in groups, conflict resolution, problem-solving, individual and group decision making, information management, the use of different network technologies, and an understanding of ethics, morals and cultural beliefs.  If you are pathwaying to the Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Commerce or the Bachelor of Business Data Analytics you will take Economics.  If you are pathwaying to the Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management or Bachelor of Sport Management you will take Concepts of Strategy.

Successful completion of the Diploma of Business guarantees you a place in most undergraduate degrees at Bond University, including the Bachelor of BusinessBachelor of CommerceBachelor of Business Data Analytics, Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management or Bachelor of Sport Management with a possible 80 credit points credited towards your new program of study.

What you'll be studying

  • Study overview

    In the Diploma of Business, you’ll be going to lectures with undergraduate students but attending tutorials specifically for diploma students.

Program features

  • The full Bond experience

    Bond University College students have access to all campus facilities, resources, and student support services. Your Student Activities membership includes the gym, pool, sporting facilities, on-campus clubs, and societies and more. You can get help from the Academic Skills Centre, Career Development Centre, and Student Services. And you have full use of the libraries, IT services, computer labs and multimedia learning centre.

  • More personalised support

    Bond University is known for its small, personalised classes but at Bond University College you’ll get even more support with additional face-to-face teaching, tutorials just for Diploma students and a dedicated admin team.

  • Ease into tertiary study

    Our Diplomas are a great way to transition from work to study. Start with a part-time study load and gradually build up to more as you feel more confident.

  • A seamless transition

    Our Diploma programs are fully articulated with our bachelor’s degrees meaning your transition to your undergraduate studies will be seamless. All of the subjects you complete as part of your diploma will count towards the relevant undergraduate degree, so you’ll start your undergraduate program at the third semester mark.

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Inherent requirements

Inherent requirements are the essential abilities, knowledge and skills required to successfully complete the program. Learn more about the inherent requirements and make an informed decision about your capacity to undertake the program.

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Hear from our Bondies

  • Diploma of Business and Bachelor of Commerce

    “Bond’s business diploma helped me transition smoothly from working full time to studying full time. The subjects we covered gave me a good foundation of knowledge before starting my degree. The small class sizes make learning more personable and Bond has great facilities with an unparalleled learning experience. It’s a very encouraging atmosphere as the teachers want to see you succeed.” Following graduation, Elizabeth earned a position as a Graduate Analyst at Pinnacle Investment Management. 

    Elizabeth O'Hagen - Alumna
  • Marketing

    Our diploma-level marketing subject is an invigorating introduction to the basic concepts and practices of marketing. We delve into the theory and practice of marketing to gain a fundamental understanding of what it is, how it achieves the management of profitable customer relationships, the tools available to marketers to do this and the impact the broader environment has on it. This program provides a sound and exciting foundation to help you harness the greatest force in business. 

    Vishal Mehrotra - Academic Teacher
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Hear from our Bondies

  • Marketing

    Our diploma-level marketing subject is an invigorating introduction to the basic concepts and practices of marketing. We delve into the theory and practice of marketing to gain a fundamental understanding of what it is, how it achieves the management of profitable customer relationships, the tools available to marketers to do this and the impact the broader environment has on it. This program provides a sound and exciting foundation to help you harness the greatest force in business. 

    Vishal Mehrotra - Academic Teacher
  • Diploma of Business and Bachelor of Commerce

    “Bond’s business diploma helped me transition smoothly from working full time to studying full time. The subjects we covered gave me a good foundation of knowledge before starting my degree. The small class sizes make learning more personable and Bond has great facilities with an unparalleled learning experience. It’s a very encouraging atmosphere as the teachers want to see you succeed.” Following graduation, Elizabeth earned a position as a Graduate Analyst at Pinnacle Investment Management. 

    Elizabeth O'Hagen - Alumna
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