Graduate Diploma of Research Studies in Business

About the course

Prove your ability to plan and conduct research in business and commerce through a Graduate Diploma of Research Studies in Business. You'll enhance your practical, professional skill set, and potentially progress to a higher degree to pursue more complex research. The programme builds executive-level capability in strategy, finance, operations, and organisational leadership for global business environments.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue entry-level research and analysis roles that support evidence-based decision-making in business settings, including market and industry research, policy or strategy support, and business analytics assistance. The qualification can also be used as a pathway to higher degree research and future careers in academia or research-focused positions. Outcomes align with graduate research training in business and commerce. Preparing graduates for senior management, consulting, entrepreneurship, and organisational leadership roles.

Living Costs in Brisbane**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,467 - 1,940	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,073 - 1,419
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 237 - 314

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)