Graduate Diploma in Commerce
GradDipCom
Duration
1 year full-time
Entry times
Semester 1 or 2 (February or July)
Fees Estimate
Scholarships
Pathways
Pathways include:
- Master of Commerce
- Master of Business
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Download Brochure
Duration
1 year full-time
Entry times
Semester 1 or 2 (February or July)
Fees Estimate
Scholarships
Pathways
Pathways include:
- Master of Commerce
- Master of Business
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Download Brochure
Overview
The Graduate Diploma in Commerce offers students an opportunity to complement and extend their undergraduate studies with further study in one of six commerce subjects. It is ideal for those who wish to transition into postgraduate study and is also suitable for graduates with a non-commerce degree who have an interest or career goals in any of these areas.
For non-commerce graduates who are working in roles with a business focus, studying the GradDipCom part-time can help expand your knowledge in a business discipline and upskill you on current concepts and practices. This makes the Diploma a great option for professional development.
Entry to the Graduate Diploma requires a bachelor's degree, which does not need to be in the same area of study. If you gained your qualification overseas, this will need to be assessed to ensure it is of an equivalent standard.
Acceptance for the programme will depend on the standard and relevance of your previous studies.
If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Graduate Diploma in Commerce or use the admission requirements checker.
How to apply
You can apply online at myUC. Find out how to apply for graduate and postgraduate qualifications.
Graduate Diploma in Commerce students are required to pass at least 120 points from courses at 200 or 300-level from Commerce subjects. Of these, 75 points must be at 300-level, including 60 points in a single subject.
The flexible structure means you can tailor your programme according to your immediate needs and career goals. You can choose to specialise by taking the majority of courses in a single subject area, or select a wider range of courses for a broader overview of commerce.
You will complete the Diploma in 1 year full-time, or can choose to study the Diploma part-time up to 4 years.
The GradDipCom requires a total of 120 points of courses at 200 and 300-level. At least 75 points must be from courses at 300-level, with 60 of those points from one of these subjects below:
You will graduate having obtained advanced knowledge in your subject of choice, which will enable you to progress into a research-based postgraduate qualification in this area.
UC offers a range of master's qualifications and the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
As a commerce graduate, you could work in numerous and varied roles from being an accountant, economist, and financial analyst, through to being a marketer or information systems specialist. You could become a manager, consultant, or be your own boss.
Useful information:
- Read what other UC postgraduate students have gone on to achieve in their studies and careers in our student and graduate profiles.
- Te Rōpū Rapuara | UC Careers can help you to achieve the career you want, connect with employers, or find a job.
- For research into career destinations by qualification, visit Te Pōkai Tara | Universities New Zealand website.
- Find out more about what you can do with a degree from UC.
- Come along to an upcoming information event for prospective postgraduate students.
See Tuition Fee Structure for more information
| Year | Points | Info | Fees (NZD) |
| 2023 | 120 | Fee estimate. Actual fee will be determined by course selection. | $6,947 - $7,189 |
| 2022 | 120 | Fee estimate. Actual fee will be determined by course selection. | $6,761 - 6,997 |
| Year | Points | Info | Fees (NZD) | Fees (NZD) Excl GST |
| 2022 | 120 | Special (Set) Programme Fee | $31,800 | $27,652 |
| 2023 | 120 | Special (Set) Programme Fee | $32,600 | $28,348 |
Contact us
For full requirements, see the Regulations for the Graduate Diploma in Commerce.
Te Kura Umanga | UC Business School
Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury
Private Bag 4800
Christchurch 8140
New Zealand
Phone +64 3 369 3888
Email business@canterbury.ac.nz