The Institute of Applied Psychology
Diploma of Business
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This program blends academic depth with practical business acumen — equipping you with the soft skills 60% of roles will demand by 2030.
This is not your standard diploma. Our BSB50120 Diploma of Business is designed for professionals, like you. Those who want more than just theory. You want to apply what you learn and help drive change, create growth, and make a lasting impact in the real business world.
You'll learn how to understand strategy and critical thinking, leverage data, and build strong coaching and mentoring foundations.
You’ll develop the soft skills and real-world capabilities needed to thrive in meaningful business roles — the kind that demand insight, influence, and real results.
This diploma is research-supported, career-elevating, and empowering.
So, if you want to stand out with industry-leading soft skills that will help position you for the top 60%* of roles by 2030 — this course is for you. (*source: Deloitte)
Delivery mode
The Institute of Applied Psychology offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Business will prepare you for the following roles.
Office Manager
Office Managers oversee the operations of the office and administrative support team. They are usually in charge of the organisation’s clerks, rece...
Business Manager
A Business Manager leads and manages the operations of an organisation, ensuring its financial and operational performance. They may develop strate...
Business Development Manager
Business Development Managers generate new business opportunities for their organisation — managing key customer accounts and promoting the company...
Administration Manager
An Administration Manager coordinates all administrative processes for a business or organisation. You’ll oversee administration tasks and ensure a...
Operations Manager
An Operations Manager coordinates the daily running of a business or organisation. You might oversee activities such as staff recruitment and train...
Project Officer
A Project Officer performs a range of duties surrounding a particular work project. You might have a specialised role such as managing a budget or...
Executive Assistant
Executive Assistants provide administrative support and secretarial services to senior managers and company executives. They usually work directly...
Customer Service Manager
Customer Service Managers oversee an organisation’s customer relations and after-sales service. They develop the customer service delivery standard...
Team Leader
Team Leaders manage small work teams and generally work alongside their subordinates. They are employed by factories, manufacturing plants, constru...
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
A Chief Operating Officer (COO) performs a senior executive role at a large business or organisation. You’ll manage daily operations and also make...
Engagement Manager
Engagement Managers create and maintain customer relationships through a variety of initiatives and strategies. They are the primary point of conta...
Dental Office Manager
A Dental Office Manager oversees the running of administration duties at a dental surgery or practice. You might supervise a team of staff and ensu...
Change And Communications Manager
A Change and Communications Manager oversees the implementation of major changes within a business or organisation. You might introduce changes and...
Warehouse Manager
A Warehouse Manager oversees daily operations at a warehouse or storage facility. You’ll manage a team of staff and make sure all departments are r...
Supervisor
Supervisors lead teams of workers and manage small work and service areas — supervising people on the job and ensuring that production and service...
Operations Officer
An Operations Officer is essential for maintaining efficient organisational processes across various sectors. Key responsibilities include coordina...
Clinic Administrator
Clinic administrators are the behind-the-scenes champions of a medical practice, doctor’s clinic or community health centre. They maintain patient...
Medical Administrator
A Medical Administrator oversees administrative duties for a health service or program. You might undertake tasks such as ordering supplies, managi...
Practice Manager
A Practice Manager oversees the daily running of a medical practice. You might work for a general practitioner or be employed by a specialist healt...
Program Coordinator
A Program Coordinator oversees the development of a range of business projects. You might manage a team of staff and handle tasks such as budgeting...
Project Administrator
Project Administrators take care of all the administrative and compliance tasks related to an organisational project. Their chief responsibility is...
Digital Marketing Assistant
A Digital Marketing Assistant helps to produce marketing material used on websites, social media and other online platforms. You might create onlin...
Procurement Officer
Procurement Officers plan for the purchasing of equipment, consumables and contracted services. They monitor inventory, raise purchase orders, and...
Purchasing Officer
Purchasing Officers source raw materials, inventory, and other supplies while striving for the best prices and highest quality materials according...
Marketing Assistant
A Marketing Assistant helps with promotional campaigns for brands, products and services. You might assist with marketing activities such as media...
Marketing Coordinator
Marketing Coordinators are the workhorses behind an organisation’s marketing department — arranging online and print advertising, managing social m...
Social Media Coordinator
A Social Media Coordinator manages social media accounts on behalf of an organisation. You might be employed by the company as part of their market...
Records Manager
A Records Manager oversees the management programme for an organisation's records, ensuring compliance with legislation and policies. Key duties in...
About The Institute of Applied Psychology
The Institute of Applied Psychology (IAP) is an award winning global training provider specialising in strategic approaches to Counselling, Mental Health, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Hypnotherapy, and Strategic Psychotherapy. What sets IAP apart from other training providers in this field are its flexible study options, including self-paced, online, live-broadcasted training, its national accreditation as a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), and its provision of ongoing supervision for graduates. The institute also boasts a global network of renowned practitioners and facilitators, world-class training modules, and robust student support mechanisms.
IAP is not just about earning a certification, but about fostering a nurturing learning environment that empowers individuals to make significant impacts in their professional fields and in the lives of others by focussing on practical techniques that can be applied in the real world.
