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Term 2, 2026 | Term 3, 2026 | Term 1, 2027 | Term 2, 2027 | Term 3, 2027
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
BRISBANE
15 Boronia Rd, Brisbane, QLD 4009
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
ASQA
Accreditation Status
AccreditedCourse Content
Financial Literacy for Business
Business Analytics
Human Resource Management
Foundations of Business Law
Introduction to Business
Marketing Fundamentals
Introduction to Study and Professional Practice
Elective option
Academic and Digital Literacy in Higher Education
Elective option
Introductory Financial Accounting
Additional elective option
Residential Construction
Additional elective option
Fundamentals of Personal Financial Planning
Additional elective option
Organisation Behaviour
Additional elective option
Hospitality Management Fundamentals
Additional elective option
Digital Marketing and AI
Additional elective option
Networked Infrastructure Foundations
Additional elective option
Common Questions
Yes. Upon successful completion of the Diploma of Business Studies, you'll be eligible for credit for up to eight units in CQUniversity's Bachelor of Business, allowing you to transition directly into the second year of the degree.
The indicative first-year fee for 2026 is $17,400 for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP). This is the approximate cost of enrolling for one full-time academic year (eight units over two terms) and should be used as a guide only, as actual fees may vary depending on the units you select and your study load.
To be eligible for this course, you must meet a minimum ATAR or Selection Rank of 52.00, as well as English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements. If you don't meet the standard entry requirements, CQUniversity offers a range of alternative entry pathways depending on your background and previous experience.
You must complete eight units (48 credits) in total. This includes six core units — Financial Literacy for Business, Business Analytics, Human Resource Management, Foundations of Business Law, Introduction to Business, and Marketing Fundamentals — plus two elective units chosen from the available options.
Yes, this course does permit you to defer your offer and commence at a later date. You can learn more about the offer process on CQUniversity's website.
Application
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Step 02
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Step 03
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