BSB51207 Diploma of Marketing

The Diploma of Marketing is a vocational qualification that has been developed to enable emerging marketing professionals to understand the role and nature of marketing in a contemporary business environment and critically reflect on the roles and responsibilities of marketing.

Designed as an introduction to the marketing industry you will gain a basic knowledge of marketing activities, consumer behavior, advertising and industry trends and developments. This course is the precursor to the vocational Advanced Diploma of Marketing and provides entry level employment in the marketing industry and the foundation for advanced studies should you wish to progress further. Full-time students can graduate with APM's vocational Diploma in just 20 weeks of study plus breaks!

We have designed professional development workshops (at no additional cost) to allow you to gain marketing specific knowledge from industry experts. These optional workshops give students the opportunity to develop additional skills and training in this area of interest. More info

BSB51207 Diploma of Marketing

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CRICOS Course Code: NSW 067435G, QLD 070321C
Duration: 2 study periods (of 10 weeks each), 20 weeks full‑time, 40 weeks part‑time (plus breaks)
Intakes: February, April, July and October
Location: North Sydney campus and Brisbane campus (Brisbane location is available to Australian students only)
VET FEE-HELP: Available for Australian students
Study options for Australian students: Full-time and part-time
Study options for overseas students: Full-time

Course structure

A total of 8 units must be successfully completed for this qualification. 5 marketing units and 3 elective units are offered at APM as per the 'BSB51207 Diploma of Marketing units of competency' below.

Assessment methods

Assessment is conducted through a range of methods including written examinations, case studies, projects, reports, group work and presentations.

Career Outcomes

  • Marketing Co-ordinator
  • Assistant Product Manager
  • Marketing Manager in a shared marketing management role
  • Public Relations Manager

BSB51207 Diploma of Marketing units of competency

Marketing units
BSBMKG502B - Establish and adjust the marketing mix
BSBMKG501B - Identify and evaluate marketing opportunities
BSBMKG515A - Conduct a marketing audit
BSBMKG507A - Interpret market trends and developments
BSBMKG514A - Implement and monitor marketing activities

Elective units
BSBMKG402B - Analyse consumer behaviour for specific markets
BSBMKG510A - Plan electronic marketing communications
BSBPUB503A - Manage fundraising and sponsorship activities

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APM Student Sean Smith

Sean Smith
Head of Digital Marketing, Ticketek
Graduated in 2007, APM Diploma of Marketing

I chose to study part-time at APM after considerable research on different education options. As a working professional without formal qualifications, I wanted a course that was relevant to and recognised by industry bodies, fast-tracked, and nationally accredited. The courses offered by APM met all of my criteria. ...more