The Graduate Diploma of Strategic Communication is a new postgraduate course that provides advanced study in public communication practices. It is relevant for graduates seeking a career in corporate, government, political, organisational or marketing communication, advertising or public relations, and for communication professionals seeking to advance their career. The course includes theoretical and practical perspectives on up-to-date issues such as audience insights through ethical data collection and analysis, digital media communication, and strategic communication informed by research and evaluation.

The world of public communication is changing rapidly through digitalisation, 'big data' analysis, new platforms and channels, and shifting attitudes and concerns. These are leading to changing practices and challenges, and new ethical concerns. The UTS Graduate Diploma of Strategic Communication is based on the latest research and is taught by a combination of senior academic researchers and leading industry professionals.

Graduates of this course are equipped to work in corporate, government, political, organisational or marketing communication, advertising, public relations or integrated communication, including positions related to marketing and promotion, stakeholder engagement, employee communication, community relations, media relations and public affairs.