Course Overview

About This Course

If you are thinking of starting your own business or entering the corporate world where you'll be making commercial decisions in a business environment, ICAE's Certificate IV in Business is a great place to learn the fundamentals. You'll learn about what is required in the role of an administrator or project officer in the fast-paced world of private enterprise, and how to put together and evaluate business cases. This qualification is suited to those who are working, or wish to gain employment as administrators and project officers. In these roles, individuals 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

Grnd Flr & First Flr, 17 Chapman Road, Rapid Creek, NT

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Be 18 years old or older.
Be a high school graduate in your home country, or have significant working experience.
Be able to provide sufficient funds for your study and living costs while in Australia.
Be adequately proficient in spoken and written English.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Project officer/manager, Administration manager, Marketing manager, Sales manager, Business Development officer/manager, Client liaison manager, Customer relations manager

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

Core unit

BSBTEC404

Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment

Core unit

BSBTWK401

Build and maintain business relationships

Core unit

BSBWHS411

Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs

Core unit

BSBWRT411

Write complex documents

Core unit

BSBXCM401

Apply communication strategies in the workplace

Core unit

BSBPEF401

Manage personal health and wellbeing

Elective unit - Group A

BSBPEF402

Develop personal work priorities

Elective unit - Group A

BSBCMM411

Make presentations

Elective unit - Group B

BSBOPS405

Organise business meetings

Elective unit - Group C

SITXCCS015

Enhance customer service experiences

Elective unit - Other

SITXFIN009

Manage finances within a budget

Elective unit - Other

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The course runs for 52 weeks (two semesters), which includes 40 weeks of on-campus classes and 12 weeks of holidays.

How many hours per week will I need to attend classes?

On-campus classes are 21 hours per week during the 40-week teaching period.

What can I study after completing the Certificate IV in Business?

The Certificate IV in Business is a prerequisite for entry into ICAE's Diploma of Business, allowing graduates to continue their studies at a higher level.

What skills will I develop during this course?

You'll develop skills in workplace health and safety, promoting products and services, marketing activities, project work, customer service standards, addressing customer needs, managing finances within a budget, leading and managing people, and monitoring work operations.

What work rights do international students have while studying this course?

During on-campus classes, international students have paid work rights of up to 40 hours per fortnight (depending on visa conditions), and during the 12-week holiday period, work rights are unlimited (depending on visa conditions).

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

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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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Certificate IV in Business

About This Course

Available Locations

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Entry Requirements

Where this takes you

Accreditation & Migration

Units of Competency

Frequently Asked Questions

How to Apply

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