Graduate Diploma in Commerce [GDipCom]
Business & Management
A course by
Victoria University
A postgraduate qualification for graduates wanting to gain advanced-undergraduate knowledge in business, finance, and management at Victoria University of Wellington.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Kelburn or Pipitea Campus, Wellington
It will take a total of 35 weeks
Core skills this course teaches
Develop advanced knowledge in chosen area(s) of commerce
Gain in-depth theoretical and practical understanding of a selected business, finance, or management subject area.
Prepare for postgraduate study in business
Build foundational knowledge and research skills for further study in Bachelor of Commerce with Honours or Master of Commerce.
Enhance employability and career mobility
Improve job prospects or transition to new fields by acquiring new business and management-related skills and knowledge.
What You're Signing Up For
The Graduate Diploma in Commerce (GDipCom) is designed to help graduates branch out into a new field within business or management, increase career prospects, or update their industry knowledge. It involves 120 points (typically two trimesters full-time) and allows specialization in areas such as Accounting, Finance, Management, Marketing, Economics, and more. The programme is ideal for those looking to pursue further postgraduate study in business or related disciplines.
Course Content
- Advanced study in one or more commerce specializations: Accounting, Actuarial Science, Commercial Law, Economics, Finance, Human Resource Management and Employment Relations, Information Systems, International Business, Management, Marketing, Public Management, Public Policy, Taxation, Tourism Management
- Flexible course selection (with approval) within Bachelor of Commerce subject areas
- Completion of at least 120 points at 200 level or above, with at least 75 points at 300 level
What you need to know first
Bachelor of Commerce degree, or equivalent qualification accepted by the appropriate Head of School or Associate Dean (Students) at Wellington School of Business and Government
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Business Services
Finance
Management
Commerce
Future employment opportunities might be
Progression to advanced roles in business, commerce, or public sector
Eligibility for further postgraduate study (Honours or Masters in Commerce)