A diploma in Landscape Design can prepare students for professional careers working for existing companies or even to start their own business if they want. Lessons cover how to plan and present functional designs for the client's space and budget constraints. Students will learn the importance of balance, unity, proportion, and simplicity of their design along with integrating lighting, walkways, and terraces for a complete overall design. Graduates will also learn how to prepare bids and contracts, calculate materials costs, and set up pricing guidelines for maintaining and installing customers landscaping needs.