Diploma in Commerce
Business & Management
A course by
University of Canterbury
Grow your skills in many business areas with UC's Diploma in Commerce (DipCom), a flexible, one-year diploma designed for those wanting business knowledge or professional development without committing to a full three-year degree.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
University of Canterbury, Christchurch
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Develop broad business knowledge
Build understanding across key commerce disciplines such as accounting, management, marketing, and finance.
Interpret and apply business concepts
Gain ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge to solve business problems.
What You're Signing Up For
The Diploma in Commerce (DipCom) at the University of Canterbury is a one-year full-time or up to six years part-time diploma designed for students seeking business and commerce expertise. The programme allows students to select courses from all business subjects offered at UC, at any undergraduate level, and provides a pathway to further study in the Bachelor of Commerce. The diploma is suitable for those wanting to upskill in business for career advancement or those seeking an alternative to a full bachelor's degree.
Course Content
- Choose 120 points of courses from any level within the Business subjects at UC, including:
- Accounting
- Economics
- Finance
- Information Systems
- Innovation
- Management
- Marketing
- Computer Science (related to business)
- Up to 60 points from Mathematics and Statistics
What you need to know first
University Entrance (or equivalent)
UC's English language requirements (for non-native speakers)
Find these employment opportunities
Entry-level to mid-management positions in businessWork in accounting, management, marketing, innovation, finance, and information systemsBusiness entrepreneurial roles
