Course Overview
With Monarch’s Diploma of Business, you can explore new possibilities for your life. The flexible course curriculum can be tailored to suit your goals and dreams, whether that’s running your own business, becoming an entrepreneur or furthering your career.
You’ll get a practical education, online, with the support of a community of like-minded professionals.
Who's It For?
This diploma could be a good fit for you if you want broad business knowledge instead of training for one specific job. It is suited to those interested in leadership, financial management, project work and risk — whether you're managing a team, running your own operation or moving between industries.
Three specialisations are available if you'd prefer to concentrate on operations, organisational development or digital transformation.
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
- Department Manager
- Start-up founder
- Business owner
- Executive Officer
- Product Manager
What You'll Learn
- Lead communication in the workplace
- Manage business resources, budgets and financial plans
- Manage business risk
- Lead and manage organisational change
- Develop critical thinking in others
- Establish innovative work environments
- Develop and use emotional intelligence
- Undertake project work
- Undertake marketing activities
- Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices
Recognition
Study Method
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
Duration Study Load
This course is designed to be completed within 12–24 months (up to two years). There is no minimum timeframe; students who are highly motivated and well organised can complete the course at an accelerated pace.
The key factors that influence course completion are a student's experience, time availability, how fast they work and how committed they are.
Delivery
This course is delivered entirely online with absolute flexibility — study on your couch, on public transport, on your break at work, or wherever and whenever you like.
You'll receive:
- Easy-to-follow course materials
- Videos and webinars
- Support from course trainers via phone, email, and Zoom (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5.30pm)
- A dedicated admin team on hand to guide you
- Online assessments
- Access to a student Facebook group to discuss material with other students
Entry Requirements
There are no formal prerequisites. The following enrolment process applies:
- Once your enrolment is received, course consultants will undertake a pre-training review to ensure the training is right for you.
- It is recommended that you are proficient in the use of computer and web-based technology and applications, and have high-level learning, reading, writing, language, oral communication and numeracy skills.
- For students without an equal or higher-level qualification, there is a short language, literacy and numeracy quiz to complete online.
- You should have basic skills and understanding of MS Word and Excel.
Course Features
Key features of this course include:
- Broad skill development — covers critical business competencies including financial management, project planning, team leadership and effective communication
- Tailored to your business career — flexible and convenient, designed to fit around work, family and personal commitments
- Nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework
- Option to specialise in one of three areas:
- Diploma of Business (Operations)
- Diploma of Business (Organisational Development)
- Diploma of Business (Digital Transformation)
Recognition Of Prior Learning
Recognition of prior learning (RPL) is available. Monarch may be able to take into account relevant knowledge and skills gained through previous formal or informal training, education and employment. Contact a Course Consultant for more information.
Professional Recognition
NRT — This course is nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Assessment
Assessment formats include:
- Case studies
- Multiple-choice questions
- Short-answer questions
- Workplace scenarios
- Projects
- Roleplays: video self-recording and upload of the file
Materials
You will need access to the following equipment to successfully complete the course:
- Working computer with Microsoft Office (2016 or later)
- Access to the internet
- Access to a smartphone, video camera or web camera
Subjects
About Monarch Institute
Monarch Institute is one of Australia’s leading providers of professional services training. We believe education should be an experience, not a transaction.Our award-winning, innovative approach to course content and design means that you get relevant, accredited courses with loads of support from experienced trainers who give you the time to ensure you’ve got the skills that the industry needs. Study online today with Monarch and change the way you think about studying.Study online with Monarch Institute and experience education, reimagined.
