Foundation Program (Standard) (089916J) + Diploma of Business (063386M) + Bachelor of Business (095262C)

Program Description The Deakin College Foundation Program is equivalent to upper secondary school (Year 12) and university foundation programs. It aims to prepare students for further study in a Deakin College Diploma or for entry into the first year of a selected Deakin University bachelor degree.

The course consists of either a standard or extended track program. The standard track program consists of eight academic units: five core units and three elective units. The extended track program has an additional four units.

Various support services focusing on language, literacy and numeracy assistance are also available to help students in their studies. Each unit includes four hours of classes per week. Assessment for all units is continuous and includes tests, assignments and case study analysis. Most units have a final two-hour examination. To graduate from the Deakin College Foundation Program, students must complete and pass all eight units in the standard program or 12 units in the extended program.

Completing the Diploma of Business at Deakin College will give students direct entrance into the second year of a Deakin University Bachelor degree in business. Within Deakin’s Faculty of Business and Law, students can choose from a number of specialist majors. They will also be able to choose elective units in areas such as event management, public relations, project management and many more.

Deakin's Bachelor of Business focuses on preparing students with the skills and experience they need to succeed in the business world. They can explore emerging and innovative business trends, and develop valuable soft skills through personal development. They can major in event, people or project management, entrepreneurship, sustainability and innovation and more.

This general business course equips students to work in many sectors, from health and retail, to marketing and events. Students can tailor the course to their interests and career goals, choosing from eight majors on offer. Nurture an entrepreneurial spirit whilst developing soft skills, including communication, teamwork, and problem solving. There are many opportunities for students to enrich their studies with practical experience, both in Australia and abroad. They will gain a global perspective of business with an international study tour, and leverage Deakin's industry partnerships to secure sought-after work placements.