Course Overview

About This Course

This qualification reflects the role of individuals in a variety of Business Services job roles. These individuals may have supervisory performance accountabilities. Individuals in these roles carry out a mix of specialist and moderately complex administrative or operational tasks that require self-development skills. They use well-developed skills and a broad knowledge base to apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems and analyse information from a variety of sources. They may provide leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Upper Mount Gravatt, QLD (location owned and operated by provider)

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Be 18 years and above.
Have completed Year 12 or equivalent.
Participate in a course entry interview to determine suitability for the course and student needs.
Have an IELTS Overall score of 6.0 or equivalent English proficiency as determined by Aventia Institute (Test results must be no more than 2 years old).
OR (IELTS) Overall band score 5.5 or equivalent, if packaged with at least 10 weeks' ELICOS.
OR (IELTS) Overall band score of 5.0 or equivalent, if packaged with at least 20 weeks' ELICOS.
English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:
- The student was educated for 5 years in an English-speaking country.
- The student has successfully completed a foundation course in Australia.
- The student has successfully completed the College English Placement Test.
- An applicant who, in the 2 years before applying, has successfully completed a substantial component (more than 50%) of a course leading to an AQF qualification at Certificate IV level or higher conducted in Australia and in English while holding a student visa.
Where a student cannot provide evidence of English language proficiency as above, they will be required to complete the Versant Placement Test.
Other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL can be accepted, provided results are confirmed as equivalent to IELTS 6.0.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Potential employment options are in a range of business roles across a range of industry areas.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

ASQA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units12 units

BSBCRT411

Apply critical thinking to work practices

BSBTEC404

Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment

BSBTWK401

Build and maintain business relationships

BSBWHS411

Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs

BSBWRT411

Write complex documents

BSBXCM401

Apply communication strategies in the workplace

BSBPEF402

Develop personal work priorities

BSBPEF502

Develop and use emotional intelligence

BSBOPS403

Apply business risk management processes

BSBSUS411

Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

BSBMKG433

Undertake marketing activities

BSBЕСБ401

Research and develop business plans

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How many units do I need to complete for the Certificate IV in Business?

Students must complete a total of 12 units, comprising 6 core units and 6 elective units, to be awarded the BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business.

How long does the Certificate IV in Business take to complete at Aventia Institute?

The course runs for 44 weeks in total, which includes 35 teaching weeks and 9 weeks of holidays. Term dates are available in the Institute's Academic Calendar.

What are the English language requirements for this course?

Applicants are generally required to have an IELTS Overall score of 6.0 or equivalent. Lower scores may be accepted if packaged with ELICOS: a score of 5.5 is accepted with at least 10 weeks of ELICOS, and a score of 5.0 with at least 20 weeks of ELICOS. Other tests such as PTE and TOEFL are also accepted if results are confirmed as equivalent to IELTS 6.0.

What further study pathways are available after completing this course?

After completing the Certificate IV in Business, students may wish to continue their education into the BSB50120 Diploma of Business or other Diploma qualifications within the Business Services Training Package.

Where is the Certificate IV in Business delivered?

The course is delivered face to face in a classroom setting at Aventia Institute's campus located at Level 3, 57 Sanders Street, Upper Mount Gravatt, QLD 4122.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

Click "Enquire Now" and tell us a little about yourself. It's free and takes 2 minutes.

Step 02

Submit Documents

Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.

Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $50,000 to $62,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $62,000 to $78,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $78,000 to $95,000 per year

Career Paths

Administrative OfficerSenior Administration OfficerBusiness Services OfficerOffice CoordinatorExecutive Personal Assistant

Key Skills

Professional written and verbal business communicationCritical thinking and applied problem-solving in workplace settingsProject planning, administration, and coordinationBuilding and maintaining effective business relationshipsUsing digital technologies and tools to collaborate in work environments

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