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Course Overview
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="overview"> Overview Designed to build on your existing knowledge, the Diploma of Business is tailored to ensure relevance to contemporary work environments. It will cover personal and team effectiveness, communication with customers, business continuity for sustainability and risk, and business success through planning. Start your Diploma of Business in 2026 Get a head start and begin your studies in Semester 3 this September. View important dates Why choose the Diploma of Business at RMIT? Work relevant Build on existing skills with learning tailored to the needs of current and future work environments. Hands-on learning Undertake work-related projects to develop practical skills and apply knowledge. Sporting connections Take advantage of our partnerships with the Essendon Football Club and Cricket Victoria. Work relevant Build on existing skills with learning tailored to the needs of current and future work environments. Hands-on learning Undertake work-related projects to develop practical skills and apply knowledge. Get ahead sooner With up to three annual intakes you don't need to wait to begin your studies. Work in elite sport Love sport? RMIT has partnered with both Essendon Football Club and Cricket Victoria to offer a unique insight into professional sport, get essential industry experience, and gain two qualifications in one. Learn more Pathways to your business degree The Diploma of Business offers students the opportunity to work within various functions of business. It's like a taster to the different things that students may be exposed to within a workplace. - Annie Barry, Diploma of Business teacher Pathways to your business degree The Diploma of Business offers students the opportunity to work within various functions of business. It's like a taster to the different things that students may be exposed to within a workplace. - Annie Barry, Diploma of Business teacher Transcript Diploma of Business | RMIT University Duration: 1:33 [Music] Visual : RMIT University logo Text on screen: Diploma of Business [Annie Barry - Diploma of Business Teacher] So the Department of Business offers the student an opportunity to work within various functions of business. It's like a taster to the different things that students maybe were exposed to within a workplace things like sustainability, marketing and areas like that. Text on screen: Workplace oriented It also offers them opportunities to enroll into other RMIT bachelor courses, and get some exemptions along the way by doing this course. It's a written engaging two-day on campus program, giving the students the flexibility to work and study at the same time. Text on screen: 2 days per week [Ben - Diploma of Business student] I'm studying the Diploma in business because I thought it'd be a great pathway into a further study that I wanted to do. Text on screen: Pathways to further study Anyone who's not sure of what they want to do and what to study and stuff, I think the Diploma in Business is great because it gives them you know, many options into what industry and career they might want to uptake in the future. Text on screen: Strive for success [Jas - Diploma of Business student] At the start of the year it really wasn't certain where I wanted to go. But I had a vision of doing higher ed, and I said I'd cross that bridge when I get there and I'm here, and I know exactly where I want to go and how I'm going get to there. RMIT is a great facility. The reason being it is more than just a school, it's a community. It provides everything you need for a student to complete your goals and dreams. [Annie Barry - Diploma of Business Teacher] RMIT students become well-rounded graduates who are highly sought after by employers. Text on screen: Job ready graduates Begin your future with our RMIT's Diploma of Business and create a pathway of exciting opportunities Visual : RMIT University logo Back to Video <div
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
124 La Trobe St, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Eligibility
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="admissions"> Entry requirements and admissions You need to satisfy all of the following academic (entry) requirements to be considered for entry into this course. Expand all sections Collapse all sections Academic requirements Prerequisites Selection tasks Academic requirements You must have: Successfully completed the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) ( or equivalent ) OR At least 6 months of work experience in a related field (e.g. administration, customer service, project management etc.). Note: Dual Diploma of Business with Diploma of Leadership and Management (plan code C5407EFC and C5407MCE) Applicants are advised to apply for either the Essendon Football Club C5407EFC plan or Melbourne Cricket Education Academy C5407MCE plan, and if successful, will be made an offer for both the Diploma of Leadership and Management and the Diploma of Business. See Diploma of Leadership and Management for details and admissions requirements. Prerequisites There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification. Selection tasks A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification. You need to satisfy all of the following requirements to be considered for entry into this course. Expand all sections Collapse all sections Academic requirements Prerequisites Selection tasks English language requirements Academic requirements You must have successfully completed a qualification recognised by RMIT as equivalent to the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) (see calculator below). Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognised post-secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades. Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee entry. Your application will still need to be assessed and accepted. Please note : September intake is not available to advanced entry students. Entry score calculator Select a study location* Select study location Bangladesh Cambodia Canada China Colombia Denmark Germany Hong Kong India Indonesia Japan Kenya Kuwait Malaysia Mauritius Mexico Nepal New Zealand Nigeria Norway Pakistan Saudi Arabia Scotland Singapore South Korea Sri Lanka Taiwan Thailand United Arab Emirates United Kingdom USA Vietnam Other country Philippines Select a qualification gained* Select qualification gained Go Minimum Score Required Don’t meet the requirements? Learn about your pathway options Prerequisites There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification. Selection tasks A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification. English language requirements To study this program you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests: IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 5.5 (with no individual band below 5.0) TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT) for Australia: minimum overall score of 50 (with minimum of 5 in Reading, 5 in Listening, 14 in Speaking and 15 in Writing) Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 42 (with no communication band less than 36) C1 Advanced: minimum of 162 with no less than 154 in any component. Note: RMIT does not accept scores from 'at-home' or 'online' testing. For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information . Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English Language Pathways (Academic English) Upper Intermediate at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP). Information for asylum seeker applicants If you are currently in Australia on an asylum seeker visa, please contact the Domestic Admissions team on +61 3 9925 8795 or study@rmit.edu.au for information on how to apply. <div
Career & Study Pathways
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="career"> Career Throughout this diploma, you will develop business communication and professional development skills, with the aim of building on existing knowledge and gaining a broad understanding of a range of business functions. After graduation, you may choose to transition to further education or employment opportunities. Possible career paths include small business owner, business manager and coordinator-level roles involving business planning, project management, resourcing, marketing or social media. <div
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
VRQA / ASQA
Accreditation Status
AccreditedCommon Questions
RMIT offers a wide range of business disciplines including accounting, business and administration, commerce, economics, finance and financial planning, blockchain, social impact, entrepreneurship and innovation, international business, human resource management, management and leadership, business information systems and technology, engineering management, marketing, merchandising, and supply chain and logistics.
Yes, RMIT is ranked in the top 10 in Australia for Accounting and Finance, Business and Management Studies, and Economics, according to the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026.
Yes, RMIT Activator has allocated $3.1M+ to more than 200 student start-ups since 2015, supporting aspiring entrepreneurs during their studies.
RMIT offers Career Connect, where careers consultants support students and graduates with career planning, finding part-time or casual jobs, and finding professional employment. Services include resume reviews, mock interviews, analysis of job ads and selection criteria, and career workshops.
Yes, RMIT allows students to customise their study to their interests, with electives designed to help you build your ideal skillset within the business program.
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