Ozford Institute of Higher Education
Diploma of Business
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Level
Diploma
Duration
1.0F/P
Campus
Melbourne (VIC)
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Intake
TBD
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Course Overview
Diploma of Business at Ozford Institute of Higher Education in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia is a diploma programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Business graduates pursue careers in finance, consulting, marketing, operations and general management. Graduate schemes at the Big Four, investment banks, major consultancies and FTSE/Fortune 500 companies are primary entry points, with many proceeding to MBA study.
Student life (indicative)
Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital and a world leader in café culture, food diversity, live music and the arts. Students consistently rate it as one of the best cities in the world to live and study.
The University at a Glance
Staff Ratio
18.0:1
Career Prospects
Avg Starting Salary
£33,970
First-year earnings
Costs & Living
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
City & Location
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Diploma of Business
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- Current Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection Successful completion of Australian Year 12 or an equivalent secondary qualification.
- Applicants must also demonstrate the capacity to succeed in the course.
- Applicants must be 18 years of age or over at the time of Application/Enrolment, not only by commencement.
- Entry requirements Completion of Australian Year 12 or an equivalent secondary qualification.
- Applicants must also demonstrate the capacity to succeed in the course.
- Applicants must be 18 years of age or over at the time of Application/Enrolment, not only by commencement.
- No ATAR is required.
- Recent Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection Successful completion of Australian Year 12 or an equivalent secondary qualification.
- Applicants must also demonstrate the capacity to succeed in the course.
- Applicants must be 18 years of age or over at the time of Application/Enrolment, not only by commencement.
- Entry requirements Completion of Australian Year 12 or an equivalent secondary qualification.
- Applicants must also demonstrate the capacity to succeed in the course.
- Applicants must be 18 years of age or over at the time of Application/Enrolment, not only by commencement.
- No ATAR is required.
- Applicants with Higher Education study Entry requirements Completion of higher education study deemed equivalent by Ozford Institute of Higher Education.
- Applicants must also demonstrate the capacity to succeed in the course.
- Applicants must be 18 years of age or over at the time of Application/Enrolment, not only by commencement.
- Applicants with VET study Entry requirements Completion of an Australian Qualifications Framework qualification at Certificate IV level or above.
- Applicants must also demonstrate the capacity to succeed in the course.
- Applicants must be 18 years of age or over at the time of Application/Enrolment, not only by commencement.
- Applicants with work and life experience Entry requirements Applicants may be considered on the basis of another qualification, or a combination of study and relevant experience, assessed by Ozford Institute of Higher Education as demonstrating the capacity for undergraduate study.
- Mature-age applicants may also be considered on the basis of demonstrated capacity for higher education study through relevant professional experience, subject to approval by the Academic Leadership Team where required.
- Applicants must be 18 years of age or over at the time of Application/Enrolment, not only by commencement.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Staff Ratio
18:1
Students per staff
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Four seasons
Safety Index (indicative)
8.0/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community
Student Life & City (indicative)
Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital and a world leader in café culture, food diversity, live music and the arts. Students consistently rate it as one of the best cities in the world to live and study.
- Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital and a world leader in café culture, food diversity, live music and the arts.
- Students consistently rate it as one of the best cities in the world to live and study.
What Students Love
- Rich arts & cultural scene
- Great café culture
- Diverse international food scene
- Active music scene
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Avg Starting Salary
£33,970
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✗ Not offered
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Business graduates pursue careers in finance, consulting, marketing, operations and general management. Graduate schemes at the Big Four, investment banks, major consultancies and FTSE/Fortune 500 companies are primary entry points, with many proceeding to MBA study.
- Business graduates pursue careers in finance, consulting, marketing, operations and general management.
- Graduate schemes at the Big Four, investment banks, major consultancies and FTSE/Fortune 500 companies are primary entry points, with many proceeding to MBA study.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Healthcare
- Business
- Education
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
HIGH
This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
Like most major Australian cities, Melbourne carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $2,255/month (housing $1,370, food $475, transport $140). Melbourne's cultural scene, café culture and liveability rankings justify the cost for most students.
- Like most major Australian cities, Melbourne carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $2,255/month (housing $1,370, food $475, transport $140).
- Melbourne's cultural scene, café culture and liveability rankings justify the cost for most students.