Business and Legal

About the course

A management qualification from Central is perfect for those looking to advance into a supervisory position in their current career. It is also a great launching pad to varied opportunities within an organisation. 

This course will ensure that you understand all aspects of management including finances and budgets, managing performance, projects and risk. You will be able to develop adminstrative systems and produce complex documentation.

You will gain management insight via training in a simulated workplace environment. You will have the opportunity to build on your skills by specialising in areas of your choice.

View our brochure to see the career pathways for our management courses.

Where this course can lead you

With a Diploma of Business behind you, you will have the skills to enter various different areas of business with success. This course can see you could working in large multi national companies or in a small business environment. Either way you’ll be a desirable asset to any employer.

Your Diploma of Business prepares you for Business roles such as:

• Manager

• Project Manager

• Supervisor

• Office Administrator

Your Diploma of Management opens the door for further qualifications at Central such as the Advanced Diploma of Management and with further study, direct entry into one of WA's leading University's with Central's Pathway's to University program.

Skills you will gain from this course

Central's management, OHS and HR qualifications provide you with skills that are relevant to current industry trends and practices.

By the end of the course you will be able to:

• Manage operational areas of an organisation

• Review management practices

• Ensure positive customer service

• Complete financial management tasks

• Engage in information management

• Project manage

• Risk manage

• Human resource manage

Connected with industry

We seek out industry input in the development of the course and curriculum, so the skills you obtain are relevant in the workforce and a management position.

We place an emphasis on quality training, that is why we ensure management professionals are our lecturers. So you’ll be gaining the best experience possible from the people who have done exactly what you want to do.

We have also assessed the software and practices this industry uses and replicated it within Central so when you leave, you'll be working on familiar technology and with familiar processes.

Central's focus on industry relevancy means practical course content geared towards getting you a career. It also means you have an opportunity to network with real professionals who could increase your chances of employment during or after study.

University Pathways

Central’s university pathway arrangements mean your Diploma of Management will provide you with the opportunity for direct entry and an advanced standing in a course at Curtin University, Murdoch University or University of Southern Queensland.

Curtin University

Bachelor of Commerce
150 credits (25%)

Murdoch University

Bachelor of Commerce in Management
24 credits (31%)

University of Southern Queensland

Associate Degree of Business, Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Business Administration.
Recognition of Prior Learning: 1 specified unit (MGT1000 Organisational Behaviour) and 7 unspecified units

Find out more about distance education study at USQ.

Fee information

Domestic students:
The costs for this course for a semester are: $626 or $313 (concession). On top of this there is also a resource cost of $178. The resource fee is an estimate because the amount depends on which units you choose. You will be given the exact amount at enrolment. Find out more about how the costs are determined.

An estimate of the total cost of the course is $804 (non conc) over the 6 months the course takes to complete.

Paying your fees

You will be  expected to pay your course fees in full at the time of enrolment.

Fees can be paid at our student services offices at any of Central’s campuses. You can also pay by credit card over the phone, however, if you wish to pay by instalments, you will need to make your first payment in person and sign the payment plan terms and conditions.

Assistance may be available for those students experiencing financial hardship.

Find out more details about payment options

International students:
The cost for international students is $5250, duration 6 months. You will need to pay for your course fees when you accept your offer and meet all the conditions.

Course Structure

Available Groups

Title: GROUP A - UNITS

Description: Central Institute of Technology offer the units listed below. Please note: previously completed units may count towards this qualification. Please discuss with the teaching area to determine eligibility.

Apprenticeships and Traineeships

An apprenticeship or traineeship is a structured employment based training program that allows you to have a job and be paid while you learn. In most instances practical experience at work is combined with complementary off-the-job training provided by Central Institute of Technology. 

Apprenticeships lead to trade certification and nationally recognised qualifications.

Traineeships focus on entry level training in non-trade areas and lead to nationally-recognised qualifications. Some school based traineeships are available to year 11 and 12 students who combine part time work with secondary studies via an approved training schedule. Apprenticeships and Traineeships are not available as an option for  International students.

Please Note: The process for actually getting into an apprenticeship/traineeship (which involves finding an employer) is very different to the application process for normal study.  

Information for international students

Central is one of Australia's largest VET colleges, and trains around 1700 students from more than 85 countries each year. In 2010, we were the inaugural winner of Western Australia's International Training Provider of the Year award and were again given this award in 2011.

Our campuses are conveniently located near the centre of Perth's CBD, making them easy to access via public transport. Central boasts excellent, state of the art facilities and resources and a friendly, safe and secure learning environment.

As a graduate, you are ensured direct pathways to further qualifications at Western Australian universities, or alternatively, the job ready skills you need to succeed in your career straight away.

We offer a dedicated International Centre which is focused on servicing International students, helping you with your personal and academic needs. Staff offer friendly, specialised support and guidance from your initial contact through to your graduation, to ensure that your experience at Central is enjoyable and rewarding.

Visit our international pages to find out more about studying at Central and life in Perth.

Find out from international students about their experiences studying at Central.

Find out about applying to study at Central as an International student.

Courses available to international students at Central are delivered in partnership with Education and Training International RTO Provider No: 52395 CRICOS Provider Code: 00020G

Getting into this course

In order to gain entry into this course you must complete the (D151) Certificate IV in Frontline Management or demonstrate well developed communication skills.

This conversion table explains the grades you need to have obtained at a high school level to meet this entry level requirement.

The Application Process

The process for applying for a course at Central depends on whether you are a local or international student and the way that you will be studying: full time, part time, as an apprentice or trainee.

Our future students area of the website includes a handy guide to help you through the process depending on what type of student you are, and how you are planning on studying.

Find out more information about the process to apply, enrol and pay.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Do you have existing skills? Whether obtained through paid or voluntary work, training or other experiences, you may be able to fast track your study by applying for recognition of prior learning, often referred to as RPL.

Find out more here