Graduate Diploma in Environmental Management

About the course

The Graduate Diploma in Environmental Management at UNSW Sydney builds advanced knowledge for managing environmental challenges across organisations and policy contexts. You’ll develop practical skills to assess impacts, interpret environmental regulation, and design strategies for sustainable decision-making. The program suits professionals seeking to broaden expertise or pivot into environmental roles. It is a one-year Graduate Diploma in Environmental Science.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles supporting sustainability and environmental performance in government, consulting, infrastructure and resources sectors. Opportunities may include environmental advisor, sustainability officer, environmental compliance or risk analyst, policy/project officer, and environmental management coordinator. Skills are relevant to planning, governance, impact assessment and operational improvement. It prepares you for professional practice via a Graduate Diploma in Environmental Science.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)