Course Overview

About This Course

This qualification reflects the role of individuals establishing or operating a business providing self-employment, as well as those establishing a new venture as part of a larger organisation. These individuals use well-developed skills and a broad knowledge base to solve a range of unpredictable problems, and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. They may provide leadership and guidance to others and have responsibility for the output of others.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Melbourne

301-311 Flinders Lane, MELBOURNE, VIC 3000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Age Requirement: Students must be a minimum age of 18 years or above at the time of course commencement.
Academic Requirement: Applicants should have successfully completed an Australian Year 11 (or an international secondary school year which is equivalent to Australian Year 11) with satisfactory results.
English Language Requirements: Applicants must provide evidence of completion of the International English Language Testing system (IELTS Test), either Academic (A) or General (G) band 6 overall, or its equivalent completed within 2 years from the application date. Equivalent scores include:
- CELPIP General: Overall band score of 7
- IELTS Academic: Average band score of 6.0
- IELTS General Training: Average band score of 6.0
- LANGUAGECERT Academic Test: Overall band score of 61
- Michigan English Test: Overall band score of 53
- Occupational English Test: Overall band score of 1210
- Pearson Test of English Academic: Overall band score of 47
- TOEFL iBT: Total band score of 67
Alternative English Pathways:
- The completion of IELTS Academic or General band 5.5 and 10 weeks of ELICOS
- The completion of IELTS Academic or General band 5.0 and 20 weeks of ELICOS
English Requirement Exemptions: Students who can prove one of the following criteria are not required to demonstrate English entry requirements:
- A minimum five (5) years of study in English in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Britain, America, South Africa or Ireland
- Being a citizen of, and a passport issued by the United Kingdom, United States of America, Canada, New Zealand or the Republic of Ireland
- Completed in Australia (within the past 2 years) in English a substantial component (at least 70%) of a qualification at AQF level 4 or higher
- Successfully completed in Australia (within the past 2 years) the Senior Secondary Certificate of Education in English
- Completed an ELICOS program from a CRICOS institution and achieved an upper intermediate English level or equivalent within 2 years from the application date
DHA Requirements: Applicants must also provide documentation according to Department of Home Affairs requirements.
Pre-Training Review: All international learners will undertake pre-training review to determine suitability for the course and student needs.
LLND Assessment: All students will be required to complete an LLND evaluation prior to enrolment.
USI: Students will be required to provide Collins Academy with their Unique Student Identifier (USI) number when they enrol.
Hardware/Software: All learners are expected to have access to a laptop or computer with Windows operating system and Microsoft Office software applications, like Microsoft Word at their own cost.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

This qualification can open doors to exciting opportunities, including: Small Business Owner / Operator, Franchisee / Entrepreneur, Business Development Officer, Operations Coordinator, and Freelance or Online Business Founder.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

ASQA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units10 units

BSBESB401

Research and Develop Business Plans

BSBESB402

Establish Legal and Risk Management Requirements of New Business Ventures

BSBESB403

Plan Finances for New Business Ventures

BSBESB404

Market New Business Ventures

BSBESB302

Develop and Present Business Proposals

BSBESB405

Manage Compliance for Small Businesses

BSBLDR413

Lead Effective Workplace Relationships

BSBMKG431

Assess Marketing Opportunities

BSBMKG434

Promote Products and Services

BSBTWK401

Build and Maintain Business Relationships

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the fees for the Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business at Collins Academy?

The course fees are as follows: Tuition Fee of $8,000, Enrolment Fee of $250, and Material Fee of $750. Collins Academy also notes to contact them for a Promotional Pricelist.

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

The course duration is 26 weeks (including holidays) and is delivered classroom based, face-to-face at Collins Academy's Melbourne campus.

What English language score do I need to enrol in this course?

Applicants must provide evidence of an IELTS Academic or General band 6 overall (or equivalent) completed within 2 years of the application date. Equivalent qualifications include TOEFL iBT with a total score of 67, Pearson Test of English Academic with a score of 47, or CELPIP General with an overall band score of 7, among others. Alternatively, applicants with IELTS 5.5 can enrol with 10 weeks of ELICOS, or IELTS 5.0 with 20 weeks of ELICOS.

What qualifications can I progress to after completing this course?

After completing the Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business, you can progress to the Diploma of Business or the Diploma of Leadership and Management, or continue to run and grow your own business with confidence.

What are the upcoming intake dates for the Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business in 2026?

The 2026 intake dates are: 8th June 2026, 13th July 2026, 17th August 2026, 7th September 2026, 12th October 2026, and 16th November 2026. For further enquiries, prospective students are encouraged to contact the Collins Academy marketing team.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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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 $58,000 to $76,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $76,000 to $100,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $100,000 to $140,000 per year

Career Paths

Graduate AccountantFinancial AnalystManagement ConsultantBusiness AnalystMarketing Coordinator

Key Skills

Financial analysis and reportingAccounting principles and practiceStrategic business planning and decision-makingData analysis and business analyticsMarketing strategy and consumer behaviour

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