Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning)
Specialising in Games Business
The Graduate Diploma in Management (Learning) is a one year course which is a great kick-start for graduates who want to learn how to create their own start-up digital media business. The course is designed to introduce students to the associated entrepreneurial skills required and the opportunities in the rapidly expanding independent games, animation and digital content industry.

Areas of Study
Code | Competency Title |
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BSBLDR811 | Lead strategic transformation |
BSBINN801 | Lead innovative thinking and practice |
BSBRES801 | Initiate and lead applied research |
BSBITB801 | Implement advanced electronic technologies |
ICTSAD608 | Perform ICT-focused enterprise analysis |
ICTICT803 | Endorse business plan components for a new initiative |
BSBINN501 | Establish systems that support innovation |
BSBLDR803 | Develop and cultivate collaborative partnerships and relationships |
Software You Will Use
Students utilise industry standard software and resources depending on existing skills and experience. The range of software available for use by students includes:
- Microsoft Windows commercial licensing available upon request (conditions apply).
- Microsoft Office 365 (for on-campus students).
Your Career Opportunities
This course is intended to give students the skills to manage and run their own creative media businesses. Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles and roles relevant to this qualification include:
- Game / VFX Developer
- Lead Artist / Programmer / Designer
- Project Manager
- Producer
- Small business entrepreneur
Entry Requirements
Entry for this Graduate Diploma course is based on completion of one of the relevant qualifications listed below or an equivalent relevant qualification, or combination of academic and/or professional qualifications demonstrating potential to undertake study at this level.
- Bachelor of Games and Virtual Worlds (Programming)
- Advanced Diploma of Professional Game Development
- Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media
Our Fees
Graduate Innovation Program | Tuition Fee* | |
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2023 | BSB80120 Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning) | $16,750 |
The VET Student Loans program allows eligible students enrolled in AIE's approved Diploma, Advanced Diploma and Graduate Diploma courses to defer part of the cost of their tuition fees. Courses are subject to maximum loan caps and students will be required to pay any fee over and above that cap. For more information visit our VET Student Loans page.
Please note:
- VET Student Loans will not be approved for students who do not meet eligibility requirements.
- VET student loan gives rise to a HELP debt that continues to be a debt due to the Commonwealth until it is repaid.
- On successful completion of stage 1 of the game art program, students will be awarded recognition of prior learning or credit transfer towards Stage 2 of the Advanced Diploma of Professional Game Development.
For more information on our tuition fees, please visit our FEES page
To see our international fees, please visit our FEES page
POST-GRADUATE QUALIFICATION
Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning) specialising in Games Business
QUALIFICATION CODE: BSB80120 | CRICOS CODE - 106063D
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