Murdoch College is a pathway education provider located on the Murdoch University campus in Perth, Western Australia. It offers a range of academic and English language programs designed to prepare international students for successful progression into higher education — particularly Murdoch University. The Diploma of Business is one such pathway, aimed at students who want business knowledge and university entry readiness.

 

Why Study the Diploma of Business?

The Diploma of Business at Murdoch College is ideal if you:

• Didn’t meet direct entry requirements for the Bachelor of Business at Murdoch University
• Want a nationally recognised AQF Level 5 qualification that builds practical and academic business skills
• Seek a pathway into second year of a business undergraduate degree in Australia
• Plan to enter the workforce sooner with a diploma if you choose not to continue to university
• Wish to improve employability in business, management, marketing, accounting, or related fields

 

Subjects / Programme Structure

The Diploma of Business comprises 8 units (5 core + 3 electives) focused on business fundamentals and professional skills over two or three trimesters.

Core Units

These foundational units build key business knowledge:

• Business Communication

• Introduction to Accounting

• Economics

• Commercial Law

• Skills for Numerical Analysis

Elective Units

Students choose 3 electives tailored to their interests or future career direction (examples include):

• Introduction to Business Analytics

• Skills for Advanced Business English

• Skills for Academic Success

• Skills for Workplace Success

• Quantitative Analysis

• The Hospitality and Tourism System

• Introduction to Management

• Organising People at Work

• Marketing Principles

• Corporate Finance

 

Disciplines & Specialisations

The Diploma prepares you for the next stage of business study — most directly into the Bachelor of Business at Murdoch University, where you can later specialise in areas such as:

• Management
• Marketing
• Accounting
• Finance
• International Business
• Human Resource Management
• Hospitality and Tourism Management

 

Highlights & Benefits

• Pathway to degree: Entry into Year 2 of Bachelor of Business at Murdoch University — saving time and tuition relative to direct degree entry.
• AQF Level 5 Qualification: Recognised within Australia and internationally.
• Flexible timetable: Start in any trimester (Feb, Jun, or Oct).
• Workplace skills: Includes units like Skills for Workplace Success and Business Analytics.
• Scholarship support: Up to 20 % off fees for eligible students.

 

Career Outcomes

While the Diploma of Business itself is an academic pathway rather than a final professional credential, it equips you with practical business knowledge for roles such as:

• Business Administrator
• Marketing Assistant
• Accounting Support Officer
• Business Analyst Assistant
• Office Manager
• Hospitality or Tourism Coordinator

 

Visa Requirements

International students must obtain a Student Visa (Subclass 500) to study full-time in Australia. Typical visa requirements include:

• Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from Murdoch College
• Proof of funds (tuition + living expenses)
• Valid passport
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) (mandatory)

 

Latest Updates & Requirements

• English entry generally requires IELTS 5.5 overall — band minimums apply.
• Academic entry requires completion of Year 12 or equivalent.
• Students can begin the diploma in any trimester and proceed to Murdoch University within the same year.