Diploma in Business at University of the Sunshine Coast

The Graduate Certificate in Strategic Supply Chain Management provides a solid introduction to business operations management for those wishing to gain some experience in this area. This course is designed to furnish the competencies of students in need of new and contemporary skills and capabilities in the manufacturing or services sector, be it in relation to private, public or not-for-profit organisations. The course specifically provides a preliminary set of skills and capabilities required to manage inter- and intra-organisational resources, and business operation and supply chain management functions. Through studying this course, graduates' ability to create, capture and appropriate value within their organisational context is enhanced.

The program provides students with a foundation in a variety of business practices and the basic skills required of a global leader. The classes combine basic theoretical knowledge in Business with practical insights delivered through case studies, guest lectures and work integrated learning. Team building is encouraged through group projects and communication skills are enhanced through class presentations. Upon completion, students may wish to pursue the Master of Business or an alternative program. It provides students with strong knowledge of modern business and management fundamentals. It prepares students to move into leadership and management roles.

The Graduate Certificate in Business Administration is an introductory generalist management program. Blending industry-relevant research with practical applications and challenges, the learning outcomes are centred on introducing the student to aspects of the three pillars of leadership, global business and entrepreneurship, developing graduates who can think critically and strategically in this context. The program is designed to introduce graduates to some of the core underlying technical skills that inform effective decision making, including the development of the interpersonal, cross-cultural and communication skills that are required to lead in the implementation of these decisions. Alternatively, it can act as a pathway into the MBA program for those students with the requisite work experience but not the academic background.