Graduate Diploma in International Trade and Development

In a conflicted and inequitable world, practical and informed steps towards positive growth are key.

Global collaboration is needed to secure a stable, positive future for our planet.Our Graduate Diploma in International Trade and Development will help you build the knowledge, networks and capacity to enable change.

The Graduate Diploma in International Trade and Development is a 24 unit program comprising eight 3 unit core courses. See Study Plan for more details.

Academic Program Rules

The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.

You can find the academic program rules for this degree under the Faculty of the Professions rules.

Example Study Plan

Indicative study plan To qualify for the Graduate Diploma in International Trade and Development, you must satisfactorily complete a program of study consisting of the following requirements with a combined total of not less than 24 units Core Courses (24 units): TRADE 5000 International Trade Negotiations & AgreementsTRADE 7003 Research Methods in International TradeTRADE 7004 Principles of International Trade & DevelopmentTRADE 7005 Agriculture & Food in International TradeTRADE 7006 Research Project in International Trade (A)ECON 7200 Economic Principles (M)LAW 7070 International Trade LawECON 7058 Development EconomicsORAGRIBUS 7054 Global Food & Agricultural Policy Analysis

For those who are based in Adelaide, we will be offering a blended delivery mode that combines face-to-face with remote learning in as many courses as possible, taking into consideration social distancing and hygiene. All lectures will continue to be delivered online for the remainder of the year, with some exceptions.

For our students who are studying offshore for the remainder of the 2020 Academic Year, the University will continue to offer high-quality access to the learning resources remotely. This includes all lectures, tutorials and other support material. Students will be advised in advance if there are course components that cannot be provided in remote mode and, wherever possible, offered alternative courses.

Career Readiness

Careers in international trade and development increasingly require knowledge and skills that transcend traditional academic disciplines. Government officials, business representatives, international aid agency employees and others working in today's global environment need a broad background in economics, international law, trade policy and business to effectively meet the challenges they face.

Potential careers include:

Government-

Officer in the Diplomatic Corps (Foreign Affairs and Trade)

International development official (such as AusAID)

Export market development official (such as Austrade)

National development planner (Government economic development agency)

Trade agreements negotiator (Government international trade agency)

 

Non-Government -

Corporate export manager

International marketing manager

Development assistance officer (non government organisations such as World Vision)

Consultant on international trade and investment

The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.

Graduate Attributes

Adelaide Graduate Attributes

1. Deep discipline knowledge
2. Critical thinking and problem solving
3. Teamwork and communication skills
4. Career and leadership readiness
5. Intercultural and ethical competency
6. Self-awareness and emotional intelligence

Potential careers

Business Representative, International Aid Agency Employee