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Thinking of doing a Diploma of Business? Think of Dragon College of Business. We provide Australia's best learning materials (in both paper and electronic formats) so that you can complete your diploma flexibly in anywhere from a few months to 2 years.
You can enrol in Dragon's Diploma of Business today and begin your studies within a few days. Outstanding learning at a fair price. Government funding for workplace-based traineeships may be available to assist you. Please Enquire Now whether you are eligible for such funding. If you are not eligible for such funding, please Contact Dragon for a discount price on total fees. You'll be pleasantly surprised.
When you enrol, we will send you a bonus business library of books and CDs valued at over $300. Current titles include the 865-page Successful Manager's Handbook (RRP $59.95), Gavin Freeman's The Business Olympian (RRP $24.95), Great Customer Connections (RRP $41.00), Apprentice creator Mark Burnett's Jump In! (RRP $24.95), and Grace Johnston's You've Got the Job (RRP $29.95), as well as The One Thing You Need to Know about Great Managing, Great Leading and Sustained Individual Success by Marcus Buckingham (RRP $39.95).
As a bonus, you will also receive a 7-CD audiobook of Donald Trump's fantastic Think Big and Kick Ass (RRP $43.99)!
A Diploma of Business can lead to a career as a project consultant, program co-ordinator or executive officer in a wide range of fields including marketing, retailing, human resources, management, accounting, banking, logistics or administration. It is also a valuable qualification for those entering the management ranks seeking to gain knowledge and skills across several business functions.
The Dragon Diploma of Business is particularly designed for those who have little or no business experience and are seeking better career prospects. This course is also suitable for owners and operators of small businesses and learners seeking to formalise existing knowledge or skills. With a two unit "mini major" in marketing, the course will also be of real interest to those working or hoping to work in the fields of sales, marketing, advertising and promotion.
Prior to enrolling, please familiarise yourself with our learning policies, guidelines and rules. View student handbook.
Units of Study
To complete the Diploma of Business in Australia, you will undertake 8 units (or less if you receive Recognition of Prior Learning).
These have been chosen to provide learners with a broad and comprehensive overview of the key competencies of managers.
Diploma Course Units
Identify and Evaluate Marketing Opportunities
(BSBMKG501B)
A significant challenge confronting any employee or organisation considering the introduction of a new product or service is whether demand exists for the new idea. In this unit, students will learn how to assess existing markets in order to identify new opportunities and then evaluate the opportunities in light of their understanding of these markets. Methods of encouraging creativity are considered and potential opportunities judged in terms of their demands on and degree of fit with the organisation’s systems and strategies.
Establish and Adjust the Marketing Mix
(BSBMKG502B)
The marketing mix includes the decisions that must be made about the core characteristics of the product or service to be sold, its distribution from production to delivery, the organisation’s approach to customer service, pricing strategies, and advertising and promotional tactics. Once determined, these variables need to be constantly monitored and adjusted to maximise revenues and profits. Understanding how to undertake these activities is the primary goal of this unit.
Manage Recruitment, Selection and Induction Processes
(BSBHRM506A)
In this unit, you will learn about the key tasks associated with recruiting, selecting and inducting the right people for the jobs in any organisation. These tasks include creating job descriptions, organising and administering the recruitment and selection process, and establishing an effective induction process for new staff. The processes of recruitment, selection and induction are considered from the perspectives of the Human Resource (HR) manager and HR specialists.
Manage Programs that Promote Personal Effectiveness
(BSBLED502A)
The best employers focus on the health and wellbeing of their people. They understand that a healthy, satisfied workforce is critical to achieving the organisation’s goals. They gather the right information to guide the creation and implementation of strategies for employee wellbeing. Such strategies may include healthy food offerings, fitness and physical training programs and facilities, and attention to the costs of workplace stress. In this unit, learners are encouraged to understand the potential benefits of such programs and, more importantly, learn how to implement them appropriately and effectively.
Manage Meetings
(BSBADM502B)
While meetings are essential as part of the communication and decision-making systems of almost every organisation, they can be an endless source of frustration if not organised and managed effectively. This unit emphasises the importance of a clear agenda, high-quality supporting documentation, communication skills, and effective leadership if meetings are to achieve their purposes and goals.
Plan or Review Administrative Systems
(BSBADM504B)
The productivity and effectiveness of organisations depends on the creation of user-focused and efficient administrative systems. Such systems may be used for a variety of purposes, from communicating important information throughout the organisation to ensuring that all employees are paid the correct salary at the right time. They may be in either electronic or paper-based formats. Providing the skills to evaluate existing administrative systems and plan improvements or the creation of entirely new systems are core elements of this unit.
Manage Projects
(BSBPMG510A)
Many organisational tasks are undertaken as projects. The design of new products or services, the creation of new systems, policies, and procedures, and the implementation of new technologies are all examples of tasks that require project management skills. In this unit, the project management process will be explained and project plans and tools described. The need for consultation in the project management process is emphasised, as is the importance of risk management and budgeting to this process.
Manage Personal Work Priorities and Professional Development
(BSBWOR501B)
As powerful role models whose behaviour is constantly observed by others in the workplace, managers need to ensure that they possess sound skills in self-management and self-organisation. The ability to prioritise their work, use technology effectively to manage their commitments, and seek feedback from others are at the core of these skills, as is the willingness to pursue opportunities for further learning and development. This unit considers how managers can build these critical skills.
