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Course description
This qualification would apply to individuals with various job titles including executive officers, program consultants and program coordinators. Individuals in these roles may possess substantial experience in a range of settings, but seek to further develop their skills across a wide range of business functions. Conversely, it may also apply to those with little or no vocational experience, but who possess sound theoretical business skills and knowledge that they would like to develop in order to create further educational and employment opportunities.
CRICOS code: 087273M
Course duration
This course is delivered over 26 weeks of full time study at 20 hours per week of scheduled class time at the Skills Institute Australia training facility. This includes three weeks holidays.
| Weeks | Hours per week | Total hours | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Study/ training | 12 | 20 | 240 |
| Holiday | 3 | ||
| Study/ training | 11 | 20 | 220 |
| Total | 26 | 460 |
Delivery method
This qualification is delivered face-to-face in the classroom. There is a new intake each month.
Pre-requisites
All students must be at least 18 years of age.
Academic requirements:
- Satisfactory completion of year 12 or equivalent
- Overseas students require a language proficiency of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
There are no specific academic prerequisites for any of the units in this course, however it is recommended that learners with limited professional experience first study the Certificate IV in Business Administration to gain the underpinning knowledge required for this Diploma.
Course requirements
To complete this course, it is expected that you will have access to:
- A computer with Windows 7 or higher
- Internet
- DVD-ROM drive
- TV
- Media Player
These facilities are available on campus.
Resources included
All of the learning materials and test books required to complete this course will be provided.
Course units
In order to receive this qualification, eight elective units must be completed satisfactorily.
| Code | Unit name |
|---|---|
| Elective units | |
| BSBADM502 | Manage meetings |
| BSBADM504 | Plan and implement administrative systems |
| BSBADM506 | Manage business document design and development |
| BSBHRM506 | Manage recruitment selection and induction processes |
| BSBLED501 | Develop a workplace learning environment |
| BSBMGT403 | Implement continuous improvement |
| BSBRSK501 | Manage risk |
| BSBWOR501 | Manage personal work priorities and professional development |
Career outcomes
This course provides participants with the skills to obtain the occupational position across various industrial sectors. Job roles and titles vary across these different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- administration manager
- general office manager
- office manager
- executive officer
- program consultant and/or program coordinator.
Academic pathways
Individuals who successfully complete the Diploma of Business may study the Advanced Diploma of Business or a range of other Advanced Diploma qualifications.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Students who have completed any of the units of study or have practical experience that may be used for recognition of prior learning must contact Skills Institute Australia prior to enrollment.
Assessment
As this is a competency based program, assessment continues throughout the duration of the course until the participant either achieves competency in the assessment tasks or a further training need is identified and addressed.
Assessment tasks may include
- Written questions and answers
- Presentations
- Projects
- Case study analysis
- Observation of the learner
- Written and oral questioning
- Written reports
- Simulated role play
Fees
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Is this course available for Domestic or International students?
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Student support
Skills Institute Australia has a commitment to providing equity in training for all learners. In particular, ensuring equity in training for women and the elimination of discrimination against female students in vocational education and training is a priority.
Skills Institute Australia encourages all students to pursue their vocational education and achieve their training goals, including students:
- With language, literacy and numeracy problems
- From a non-English speaking background
- With a disability
Our college will identify and access appropriate support services, and ensure the necessary services are provided for participants as required.