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† Typical duration: Work load or study intensity can be adapted to suit an individual's requirements. * Part-time study suitable for domestic students only. Not available on a student visa.

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School leavers High school graduates Mature age students

Typical duration † Standard study option

1 year (12 months): 3 trimesters Accelerated study option 9 months: 2 trimesters

Intakes See pages 26-27

Entry requirements See pages 28-29

Structure 8 subjects (4 compulsory + 4 elective)

Compulsory subjects • Accounting for Managers ACC1000

• Economics ECO1002

• Introduction to Management MAN1000 • Quantitative Analysis STA1000

Elective subjects • Business Accounting ACC2000

• Business Communication EAP1000 • Marketing Principles MAR1000 • Commercial Law CLW1000

• Business Information Systems CIS1000 • Advanced Economics ECO1003 • Issues in International Business ITR3000

Mode On campus, full-time or the equivalent part-time*

Credit transfer Students may apply for credit entry into the second year of

our Bachelor of Business or a related undergraduate degree at another Australian higher education provider.

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Ideal for students who wish to progress to further studies, this program can provide a pathway to the second year of our Bachelor of Business. Students may also go on to transfer, with credit, to the second year of a bachelor degree at a range of universities and tertiary institutions throughout Australia.

Diploma of Commerce

Undergraduate

With small classes and quality lecturers, students can complete the equivalent of a frst year of university studies while receiving the individual support, focus and encouragement required for success.

Progression

The Diploma of Commerce is designed to assist students with their frst steps on the career ladder by providing them with the basic business and management skills that underpin a successful career in the business world. Individuals who are returning to study may beneft from the opportunity to progress within their current positions on completion of their diploma program.

This program can be tailored to meet the student’s career goals through electives in accounting, management and marketing. Successful diploma graduates are able to articulate into the second year of the Bachelor of Business at Kaplan Business School or another higher education institution or continue their professional development within their chosen workplace.

Achievements

Upon successful completion of the Diploma of Commerce, students are able to: • explain the environments in which business operates

• demonstrate fundamental knowledge of business concepts and practices • analyse a range of common economic situations using key economics theories, principles, models and laws

• apply core management and accounting principles to the analysis of current business practices

• communicate effectively in a range of business environments

I decided to study with Kaplan as my qualifcation will be recognised internationally. I was nervous at frst but as soon as my studies commenced, all fear disappeared. KBS provided me with all the help and support I needed to integrate in to my new environment. I would recommend Kaplan Business School to everyone.

Mahmoud El Cheikh Bachelor of Business