Graduate Diploma in Business Law
Note: we are no longer taking enrolments into this program and from Semester 1 2024 a new program will be available Graduate Diploma in Law
Want to bolster your business skills with legal expertise?
The ability to understand, analyse and use legal information can be critical for strength and longevity in the business realm. Postgraduate law courses provide an overview of legal issues within a contemporary business context.
What will you do?
Our Graduate Diploma in Business Law caters to the needs of busy professionals. The majority of courses are taught intensively over one or two weeks and some include evening and weekend sessions. You will:
- undertake approximately 24 hours of seminar-style classes
- cover the foundations of Australian law through one core course
- pursue seven law electives relevant to your business sector or interests
- build legal communication skills
- have the opportunity to study international or comparative law.
This program may meet your needs for professional development by itself, or act as a first step towards a Master of Business Law. It’s offered in intensive mode with intakes in late February and late July.
Entry Requirements
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information for this program.
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Domestic applicants
| SATAC Code | 3GD056 |
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| Deferment | Yes - 2 year |
| Intake | February and July |
Selection Criteria
| Higher Education Study | A completed Bachelors degree or equivalent with at least a credit average or a completed Graduate Certificate in Business Law. |
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Student Profile
Applicant background Semester one/Full year intake 2023 Number of students Percentage of all students International students N/A N/A All students 1 100.0%
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Domestic applicants
| Indicative annual tuition fees |
Australian Full-fee place: $38,000
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FEE-HELP
This is an Australian full-fee program. As a domestic student you may be eligible to:
- receive a zero interest government assistance package to cover your course fees and
- use over $100,000 in HELP assistance over your lifetime
Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
Careers
Career Readiness
Graduates are well prepared to pursue advanced career options in business, management and many other professional fields.
Note: this degree does not provide admission to practise law. Those seeking admission to practise should refer to the Bachelor of Laws in Degree Finder.
The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.
Graduate Attributes
The objective of this program is to produce graduates with specific attributes as outlined in University of Adelaide Graduate Attributes.- Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
- Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
- Teamwork and communication skills
- Professionalism and leadership readiness
- Intercultural and ethical competency
- Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
- Digital capabilities
- Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Potential careers
Graduates of this program have gone on to roles such as:
Jury Consultant; Manager / Business Management; Auditor; Business Analyst; Business Consultant; Business Management; Business Manager; Commercial and Operation Analyst; Commercialisation Manager; Government or Corporate Policy Adviser ...
Degree Structure
A foundation course (3 units):
- Introduction to Australian Law
The remainder of the program consists of seven advanced law courses (21 units) selected from the list of Law courses. Seminar-style teaching is employed, courses are normally taught intensively over one or two weeks with approximately 24 hours of classes. Some courses are taught during the evening or on weekends, while other courses may be taught intensively over two or more weeks.
Example Study Plan
| Core Course (3 units) |
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| Electives (21 Units) |
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21 units chosen from the following 3-unit courses:
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Note: Other courses may be taken subject to the approval of the Program Coordinator Not all courses will be offered in any one calendar year. |
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Testimonial
The GDLP refined my ability to assess any real situation in an engaging, collaborative, thoughtful and respectful manner.
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Last updated: Thursday, 25 Jan 2024
