Program Overview

Diploma of Business

Our Diploma of Business is an 8-unit course taught over two or three trimesters. It has been designed as a pathway to a Bachelor of Business degree for domestic and international students. It will equip you with an AQF Level 5 qualification, which helps you launch a career in a variety of business areas with confidence, or improve your employability for career advancement opportunities.

This course is suited to you if you:

• Don't have the desired results to gain entry to your chosen Bachelor of Business degree
• Launch a career in a variety of business areas with a nationally recognised qualification
• Improve your employability to advance your career.

Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive an AQF Level 5 qualification. You’ll be guaranteed entry into the second year of a Bachelor of Business degree at Murdoch University.

Leading to: Bachelor of Business

The Bachelor of Business offers students the freedom to explore various business disciplines and gain a solid foundation in the fundamental principles of the field.

Designed with industry in mind, this degree allows you to specialise or pursue a broader understanding of business, whilst providing you with the flexibility and resources needed to succeed in today's dynamic business landscape.

You might learn how to build the most effective teams, explore how a business operates across international borders or learn how to connect with a range of audiences through a growing number of marketing channels. 

Shape your future and prepare to make a meaningful contribution to the ever-changing world of business, with a Bachelor of Business.

Major: Business Law

Every business and industry is affected by the law - and this course could open up a world of opportunities for you.

Develop the management, business skills and legal knowledge needed to conduct day-to-day business. Identify when you need to seek legal advice and examine the important areas of finance, advertising and employment law. You'll graduate knowing your rights as an employer and employee and will have the knowledge to set up and register your own business.

You'll explore the laws around consumer and employee protection, product disclosure, business reporting, compliance and many other areas of business. You'll also study principles of order and justice, and the different ways business disputes can be resolved.

3 reasons to study Business Law at Murdoch

1. Work with real organisations on real projects as part of our work integrated learning program.
2. Build your network of contacts by becoming a member of professional bodies and associations through our industry connections.
3. Learn from experts in business law as they share their experience and insights from a range of perspectives.

What you'll learn

Build the knowledge and skills you need to meet your career or study goals. Here are some of the things you’ll learn:

• Business ethics
• Contracts and tort law
• Commercial law
• Employment law
• Company law
• Finance law
• Taxation