Graduate Diploma in Applied AI Leadership
- Location
- Online
- Study Mode
- Online
- Awarded by
- AIM Business School (RTO: 0049)
- Qualification
- Graduate Certificate
- Course Fee
- Price may vary
- Duration
- From 8 months full-time
- Start Date
- Enquire now for upcoming start dates
- Payment Options
- FEE-HELP, Upfront payment
About the Course
The Graduate Diploma in Applied AI Leadership, offered by AIM Business School, is a postgraduate qualification designed for working professionals who want to deepen their capability at the intersection of artificial intelligence and business leadership. Accredited by TEQSA at Level 8 on the Australian Qualifications Framework, this qualification forms the second stage of AIM Business School’s Future-Focused MBA Pathway, building directly on the Graduate Certificate in Applied AI Leadership and providing a clear progression route toward the Master of Business Administration (Applied AI Leadership). Comprising eight units across four specialisation and four core study areas, students explore a broad range of contemporary business and technology disciplines. The specialisation units focus on AI strategy, governance and leadership, analytics and business transformation, data-driven decision making, and the leadership challenges posed by future and emerging technologies. Core study areas span leadership styles suited to digital transformation environments, business decision-making using rational, intuitive and creative approaches, financial management including the analysis of financial statements and costing techniques, and marketing strategy encompassing consumer behaviour, market forecasting, and differentiation. This combination equips graduates with both the technical literacy and the strategic business acumen needed to lead in AI-influenced organisations. The course is delivered entirely online, with monthly intakes and a consistent seven-week unit structure that makes it straightforward for busy professionals to plan their study around existing work and personal commitments. Assessment is project-based rather than exam-based, with tasks grounded in participants’ own organisational contexts to ensure immediate practical relevance. Students are supported throughout by faculty drawn from senior business and industry backgrounds, as well as a dedicated student support team. Those with relevant prior study or professional experience may be eligible to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning. Enquire to learn more.
What can I do after?
Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a Graduate Diploma in Applied AI Leadership from AIM Business School. The Graduate Diploma in Applied AI Leadership equips graduates with a broad set of business and technology capabilities, spanning AI strategy, governance and leadership, digital transformation, financial management, and marketing strategy. These skills position graduates to pursue roles in senior management, digital transformation, and strategic leadership across a wide range of industries. The qualification also serves as a direct pathway into the Master of Business Administration (Applied AI Leadership), enabling continuous academic and professional progression. As an AQF Level 8 qualification accredited by TEQSA, the Graduate Diploma carries recognised standing within the Australian higher education framework. Graduates who continue to the MBA are further equipped to lead organisational change and apply AI-enabled approaches at an executive level. The incremental structure of the pathway means each stage of study delivers immediate, practical value to a graduate’s current role, while also building the credentials needed for longer-term career advancement.
What are the fees?
Eligible Australian students may choose to defer some, or all, of their tuition fees through FEE-HELP, a loan scheme repaid through the tax system based on income. Please enquire for further details.
Frequently Asked Questions
What you’ll need
Applicants must have successfully completed the four core units of the Graduate Certificate in Applied AI Leadership. This provides direct entry into the Graduate Diploma.
Subject summary
The Graduate Diploma in Applied AI Leadership consists of four core units and four specialisation units. Core Units One compulsory unit plus three units chosen from the following: The Art of Leadership (compulsory) Business Decision-Making Business Economics Business Strategies Managerial Finance Marketing Management Operational Improvement Research in Business Specialisation Units All four of the following units are completed: AI Strategy, Governance and Leadership Analytics, AI and Business Transformation Data and AI for Strategic Decision Making Future Technologies, AI and Digital Leadership
Why AIM Business School?
AIM Business School is dedicated to empowering working professionals through its accredited and nationally recognised MBA program. This innovative approach allows students to progress through three distinct stages: the Graduate Certificate in Management, the Graduate Diploma in Management, and ultimately, the Master of Business Administration. Each qualification is designed with a unique blend of practical and theoretical elements, ensuring that assessments are directly applicable to the workplace, all without the pressure of traditional exams. AIM Business School’s offerings flexible online study enables students to maintain a healthy work-life balance while pursuing their career aspirations. By focusing on real-world learning and current industry practices, AIM Business School equips its students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in their professional journeys. Australian Institute of Management Education and Training Pty Limited RTO code 0049 (AIMET), is an approved FEE-HELP and VET FEE-HELP provider. AIMET is a registered Higher Education Provider listed on the national register. AIMET uses the brand name AIM with permission from the Australian Institute of Management (ABN 56 004 525 017)
