Advanced Diploma in Business

About the course

UNE’s Advanced Diploma in Business builds practical, flexible business capability for a fast-changing workplace. You’ll develop foundational knowledge alongside applied case studies, strengthening strategic thinking, innovation and job-ready skills. It suits professionals seeking a recognised qualification, career changers moving into business, or those starting out and wanting a solid platform for progression in business at advanced diploma level. The programme introduces business operations, customer service, and administrative leadership for commercial workplaces.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue roles across business operations and administration, including team support, office or project coordination, customer service leadership, and entry-level management. The course supports work in small business, corporate or not-for-profit settings where broad business knowledge is valued. It can also strengthen your pathway into further study and advancement in business and management at advanced diploma level. Preparing graduates for supervisory, administration, and business support roles, or degree articulation.

Entry requirements

Guaranteed ATAR: 60.00. Entry is based on recent secondary, higher education (GPA), a UNE Diploma in Business, VET study, or work experience.

Living Costs in Armidale**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 851 - 1,125	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 764 - 1,010
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 5	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 365 - 483

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)