Associate Degree in Business

Entry Requirements Recent Secondary Education (within the past 2 years) Completion of NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC) with an ATAR of 65 or higher (or the completion of the International Baccalaureate or interstate or overseas equivalent qualification and result) Special admission is also available for Year 12 students whose ATAR (or equivalent) falls within 5 points of the published guaranteed ATAR but have done well in subjects relevant to the course of study. Vocational Education and Training (VET) Applicants whose highest level of study after leaving secondary education is a Vocational Education and Training (VET) course must demonstrate the completion of an AQF Level 3 Certificate III or higher by an authorised institution or registered training organisation for admission into this course. Higher Education Study Completion of an AQF Level 5 Higher Education Diploma (or higher) by an authorised institution. Work and Life Experience – Applicants over 21 who do not meet academic requirements If you are over the age of 21 at the time of commencement, you can apply for admission into this course on the basis of provisional entry and complete the provisional entry qualifying period to become a full candidate of this course. This is an alternate pathway for applicants who do not meet other academic requirements. International Students – Language Requirements IELTS (or equivalent) Score of 6.0 (with no score below 5.5 in any of the four skills areas) Additional Information Proof of Identity Applicants must submit a proof of identity document for every application. Accepted forms of identification: Birth Certificate Passport (current and valid) A supporting document must be submitted in addition to the identity document if an applicant’s name is different on their primary document. (Marriage Certificate or Change of Name Certificate) Applicants may be required to provide a certified copy of their identity documents upon request. AC does not accept a driver’s license or photo card as sufficient ID. Working With Children Check (WWCC) Applicants must provide a valid Working with Children Check (or state equivalent) before they will be allowed to participate in professional practice subjects. Students will be classified as a ‘volunteer’ in Education.

Small Business Owner: Start and manage your own business with confidence. Sales Professional: Utilise your business knowledge to excel in sales roles. Management Consultant: Provide expert advice to improve business performance and efficiency. Operations Manager: Oversee business operations and implement strategic initiatives. Administration Professional: Manage administrative functions in diverse business environments. Finance Roles: Take responsibility for preparing budgets and bookkeeping.