Certificate III in Business

The course fee for international students is $7,950 - $8,350 AUD. There are also additional costs for uniforms, equipment, textbooks and materials (if applicable) ranging from $300 - $1,000 AUD per course.

You need to complete a total of 13 units: 6 core units plus 7 elective units. Of the elective units, 2 must be selected from Group A, 1 must be selected from Group B, and the remaining 4 elective units may be selected from Groups A–G, or up to 3 may be selected from a Certificate II, Certificate III or Certificate IV from this or any other currently endorsed Training Package qualification or accredited course.

Through a mix of theory and practical coursework, you will learn to use popular business software including Microsoft Office suite and Microsoft Teams, respond to work health and safety issues, organise your time and work priorities, make suggestions regarding sustainable work practices, and think critically, problem solve and communicate in the workplace. You will also build practical experience in business administration, delivering customer service, and working in a team.

After completing the Certificate III in Business, you can continue your studies with a Certificate IV in Business or Certificate IV in Business (Administration), a Diploma of Business, or a Bachelor of Business Services. TAFE NSW also has partnerships with a number of Australian universities that offer guaranteed entry and credit transfer to eligible students, and you may also gain entry to other universities using your TAFE NSW qualifications.

TAFE NSW provides a range of support services across all campus locations, including the TAFE NSW Disability Support Service, Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support, Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service, Smarthinking (online access to a tutor), and LinkedIn Learning, which is an online resource that offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills.