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About the course
The Graduate Diploma in Political Economy examines how economic life is shaped by political, institutional, social, cultural and historical forces. You’ll engage with different theoretical traditions and analyse relationships between markets, the state and households, building strong foundations for understanding contemporary economic challenges and trends. This is a face-to-face Graduate Diploma in Economics. The programme builds executive-level capability in strategy, finance, operations, and organisational leadership for global business environments.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue roles in social and public policy analysis, research and advisory work across government, think tanks, NGOs, unions and the private sector. The course supports careers that require interpreting economic issues through political and institutional contexts, including policy research assistant, policy analyst, social researcher and program evaluation roles. This is a Graduate Diploma leading to Economics-focused careers. Preparing graduates for senior management, consulting, entrepreneurship, and organisational leadership roles.
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***
