Graduate Diploma of Research in Business

About the course

The Graduate Diploma of Research in Business combines advanced coursework with structured research training to help you develop core capabilities in research design, communication, methods and theory. In a flexible, stackable format you can explore your research interests while building a pathway to further research degrees such as the Master of Research and ultimately a PhD or MPhil. This is a Graduate Diploma focused on Business & Commerce research preparation.

Career outcome

This course strengthens analytical, critical thinking and research skills valued in roles where evidence-based decision-making is essential. Graduates may pursue research assistant or junior analyst pathways, progress into research training roles within business, government or consultancy settings, or use the qualification as preparation for higher research degrees leading to academic or specialist research careers. This is a Graduate Diploma supporting research-focused careers in Business & Commerce.

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***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)