Graduate Diploma in Engineering Management

About the course

If you're determined to create sustainable change in the world of engineering, La Trobe's Graduate Diploma in Engineering Management will give you the advanced skills and experience to take the next step in your career. Develop the commercial expertise to set yourself apart in this evolving industry.Update your core knowledge in modern engineering practice and advance your career as a leader in a wide range of engineering disciplines. The programme strengthens advanced engineering design, systems analysis, and innovation management for complex industry projects.

Career outcome

Rapid technological change is driving the need for engineering managers with a blend of technical knowledge, human skills and commercial expertise.After graduation, you could find employment in a range of industries, including manufacturing, technology, telecommunications, geotechnical, government and construction.Possible roles include:Engineering development managerPlan, direct and coordinate all activities related to engineering development and manage the activities of the development team.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)