Diploma of Business

The Diploma of Business at Noble College of Education is a one-year qualification for students who want a practical grounding in how organisations run. You study the basics of business administration: managing teams, understanding financial statements, marketing, customer service, and the legal and ethical rules that apply to Australian workplaces. Assessment is a mix of assignments, tests and practical tasks rather than exams alone. The course is registered on CRICOS (course code 119979H), so it is open to international students.

How the course is structured

Australian diplomas are usually delivered over two semesters or three trimesters in a year, made up of units of study that each carry credit points. You complete a set number of core units and may choose electives. There is no research thesis at diploma level, but many courses include a final project or simulated business task that pulls together what you have learned. Check the official course page for the exact unit list and credit-point requirements.

Skills you gain

You learn to read a profit and loss statement, write a business report, plan a small project, and work with a team to solve a workplace problem. These are the skills employers ask for in entry-level administration and coordination roles. The course also builds your written and spoken communication for an Australian business setting.

Who it suits

This diploma suits school leavers who want a vocational qualification before entering the workforce, and people already working in administration who want a formal credential. It is also a pathway into a bachelor degree: many Australian institutions give credit for diploma study, so you may start a bachelor's with some units already completed. If you are an international student, you can work up to 48 hours per fortnight while your course is in session. After you finish, you may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream, depending on your circumstances. English requirements are typically IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall for this level, though the Student visa has its own English threshold set by the Department of Home Affairs. Tuition is published on the CRICOS register. Confirm all details on the official page before you apply.

• Administration officer
• Business support officer
• Customer service coordinator
• Team leader in retail or hospitality
• Accounts clerk
• Marketing assistant
• Project support officer

These roles are found across Australian industries including government, retail, health administration, education, professional services and not-for-profit organisations.