Graduate Diploma
From sourcing supplies to entering new markets around the world, businesses of all sizes now need a global perspective. With ever-broadening complexities in international trade, we need innovative business leaders who understand the bigger picture - and know how to make the most of every opportunity and challenge.
If you're looking to quickly build your expertise in global commerce, La Trobe's Graduate Diploma in International Business is the perfect way to advance your knowledge in just one year. Learn essential skills for international management and gain a competitive edge in your career.
You'll build a strong understanding of global finance, investment strategies, risk analysis and financing. Explore how multinational firms operate - including the intricacies of cross-cultural trade.
You'll have opportunities to connect with industry - both in the classroom and in the field - while you gain practical skills in the latest technology and management systems.
After successfully completing the Graduate Diploma in International Business, you could transfer directly into the second year of the Master of International Business, should you decide to continue with your studies.
You'll learn:
The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 8 - Graduate Diploma.
Please note, the following course structure is indicative and subject to change depending on your course location, offer year or how you tailor your course with specialisations, majors, minors and electives. Structures for the following year are not normally finalised until October, so the sample provided is based on the most recently approved structure. For more information, please refer to the La Trobe University Handbook.
To qualify for the award of Graduate Diploma in International Business, students must complete a total of 120 credit points across 1 year.
Year 1 requires the completion of 120 credit points including:
Core subjects are required subjects in your course. You need to complete these subjects to attain your degree.
Subject name Subject code Year Credit points ACADEMIC INTEGRITY MODULE LTU0AIM 1 0 ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES ACC4001 1 15 GOVERNANCE IN A GLOBALISING WORLD IBU5GW 1 15 INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT FIN5IFM 1 15 INTERNATIONAL MARKETING MANAGEMENT MKT5IMM 1 15 MANAGING INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MGT5005 1 15 PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS BUA4003 1 15 PRINCIPLES OF FINANCE BUA4005 1 15 STATISTICS FOR BUSINESS AND FINANCE BUA4004 1 15The Handbook contains detailed course information designed for enrolled students, including course structures, electives and options. The delivery of this course can vary between campuses.
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After graduation, you could work for multinational corporations, banks, management consultancies and technology-related firms. You'll be prepared for roles across human resources, supply chain and logistics, marketing and finance.
Possible roles include:
Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in International Business may apply for membership with the Export Council of Australia (ECA). Membership may be subject to additional or ongoing requirements beyond completion of the degree. Please contact the relevant professional body for details.