Diploma of Business

The Diploma of Business at Aventia Institute is a one-and-a-half-year qualification that sits at the diploma level of the Australian Qualifications Framework. It is a practical, entry-point business course. You will study core areas like management, marketing, finance, and business communication, learning how organisations actually run day to day. The course is built around units of study, each with a set credit point value, and delivered over trimesters or semesters depending on the timetable. You will complete a set number of units to reach the required credit points for the diploma. Assessment is usually a mix of assignments, case studies, group projects, and exams, with some units including a work-integrated learning component such as a simulated business project or a short placement.

Because this is a diploma, it is not a degree. It is a standalone qualification that can also serve as a pathway into a bachelor degree, often with credit for the units you have already passed. The course focuses on skills employers ask for: writing clear business documents, reading financial reports, understanding marketing basics, working in teams, and using common business software. You will also look at how Australian businesses operate within legal and ethical frameworks. The teaching is face-to-face or blended, and you will be expected to attend classes and complete independent study.

Who is this for? If you are starting out in business, changing careers, or want a taste of business study before committing to a longer degree, this diploma fits. It also suits international students who need an Australian qualification to apply for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream after graduation, provided they meet the visa requirements. While you study, your student visa allows you to work up to 48 hours per fortnight once your course has started. The course is registered on CRICOS (code 106589G), so it is available to international students. Tuition fees are published on the CRICOS register, and you should check the official page for the current amount and intake dates.

To get in, you will need to meet English requirements. For this diploma, the common standard is IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall, or an equivalent TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, or Cambridge C1 Advanced score. Aventia Institute may also accept its own English programmes. The Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the student visa itself, so check both. Always confirm entry requirements, unit details, and fees directly with Aventia Institute or on the CRICOS register before you apply.

• Administration officer or team leader in government, healthcare, or education
• Small business owner or operator
• Sales or customer service coordinator
• Marketing assistant or coordinator
• Accounts payable or receivable clerk
• Project support officer
• Retail or operations supervisor

These roles are found across Australian industries including professional services, retail, manufacturing, government, and not-for-profit organisations. The diploma also gives you a pathway to further study, such as a bachelor degree in business, with credit for your completed units.