Graduate Diploma in Business Analytics

Victoria University is one of the world's leading institutions in ERP systems (SAP) education as recognised by industry, SAP and academia.

Our Graduate Diploma in Business Analytics is tailored to professionals with a base of significant relevant experience, but who do not yet have a bachelor’s degree.

You'll study foundational business analytics units that build on key business systems and processes.

In response to contemporary business challenges, you'll learn to use business analytics techniques and SAP technology to solve information problems.

This practical knowledge feeds into effective, complex decision-making that you can apply in a range of professional contexts.

The Graduate Diploma in Business Analytics offers a pathway to postgraduate business analytics studies:

Master of Business Analytics Master of Business Analytics (Professional).

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To attain the award of Graduate Diploma in Business Analytics, students must successfully complete the following:

• 84 credit points (equivalent to 7 units) core units
• 12 credit points (equivalent to 1 unit) elective unit from the list provided (unit offering is subject to availability).

Students planning to continue onto Masters study are strongly recommended to take BMO6630, Business Research Methods as their elective unit.

Course structure and units

Year 1 Semester 1

• Business Statistics Unit code BEO5539 Credits12
• Information Technology Project Management Unit code BCO6656 Credits12
• Enterprise Resource Planning Systems Unit code BCO6603 Credits12
• Work and Organisation Systems Unit code BMO6506 Credits12

Year 1 Semester 2

• Business Analytics Unit code BCO6007 Credits12
• Management of Information Technology Unit code BCO6653 Credits12
• Business Intelligence Systems Unit code BCO6676 Credits12

Plus 12 credit points (equivalent to 1 unit) elective from the following list (units are subject to availability):

• Business Process Engineering Unit code BCO5501 Credits12
• Enterprise Resource Planning Systems Implementation Unit code BCO5651 Credits12
• The Information Systems Professional Unit code BCO6672 Credits12
• Business Research Methods Unit code BMO6630 Credits12
• Customer Relationship Management Unit code BCO6604 Credits12

Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee you entry into this course. Some courses receive more applications than the number of places available. In this situation we will also assess your education, work and other relevant experience.

If you do not meet the minimum requirements you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs. We also encourage you to explore our study pathways to help you reach your goal.

Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency.

Entry requirements

Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in any discipline ORCompletion of an Australian Graduate Certificate (or equivalent) in a similar disciplineORApplicants with a minimum three (3) years approved work experience will be considered for admission to this course.

Pathways from VU courses

There are many ways you can start your education journey at VU. Pathways offer an easy transition between courses at different levels, so that you can start with a certificate and progress right through to postgraduate study.

Find out more about pathways and credits.

Credit for skills and past study

If you have completed study with another university or institution and believe you are eligible to receive credit for skills and past study, you can apply for advanced standing.

Applications for advanced standing can be made after a discussion with your course coordinator or academic adviser.

On successful completion of this course, students will be able to: