Course Overview

About This Course

This qualification reflects the role of individuals in a variety of Business Services job roles. These individuals may have frontline management accountabilities. Individuals in these roles carry out moderately complex tasks in a specialist field of expertise that requires business operations skills. They may possess substantial experience in a range of settings but seek to further develop their skills across a wide range of business functions.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Level 4, 123-129 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000

123 Lonsdale St, Level 4, Melbourne, VIC 3000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Students must be above 18 years of age while filling up the application form.
A Pre-Training Review (PTR) will be conducted prior to enrolment to ensure training and assessment meet the individual needs of the student.
International students require a minimum IELTS test score of 6.0 or equivalent for direct entry into a VET course.
IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent with an ELICOS course (up to 10 weeks) to be taken before the main VET course.
IELTS score of 5.0 or equivalent with an ELICOS course (up to 20 weeks) to be taken before the main VET course.
Oxford Placement test with score 61 or higher.
English language test results older than two years are not acceptable.
Applicants should have successfully completed year 12 or senior secondary studies in applicant's home country equivalent to Australian senior secondary school examination.
Mature Age students will also be considered without the minimum education requirements if they have relevant work experience within the chosen area of study and a demonstrated capacity to meet the course requirements. A minimum of 2 years' experience would normally be expected.
All prospective students are required to undertake a Language, Literacy, Numeracy, and Digital (LLND) skills assessment prior to enrolment at ACSF Level 3.
All students must have basic computer skills.
Students must have access to a laptop or computer with the Windows 7 operating system or higher.
Students must have an active email address and be contactable by phone (mobile or landline) and by mail (postal address).
Students must have access to MS Office applications such as Microsoft Word and an email platform.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Successful completion may enable the student to apply for BSB60120 - Advanced Diploma of Business. Examples of indicative job roles for candidates seeking entry based upon their vocational experience include: Business Manager, Chief Data Manager. Note: Above pathway information doesn't imply any job guarantee or job role at the end of the course. ASOC doesn't claim any employment outcome or job guarantee associated with its courses.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

VRQA / ASQA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units12 units

BSBSUS511

Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability

Core unit

BSBFIN501

Manage budgets and financial plans

Core unit

BSBOPS501

Manage business resources

Core unit

BSBXCM501

Lead communication in the workplace

Core unit

BSBCRT511

Develop critical thinking in others

Core unit

BSBCMM511

Communicate with influence

Elective unit

BSBLDR523

Lead and manage effective workplace relationships

Elective unit

BSBOPS502

Manage business operational plans

Elective unit

BSBTWK502

Manage team effectiveness

Elective unit

BSBTWK503

Manage meetings

Elective unit

BSBWHS521

Ensure a safe workplace for a work area

Elective unit

BSBPMG430

Undertake project work

Elective unit

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the English language requirements for international students applying for the Diploma of Business?

International students applying for this course either off-shore or on-shore will require either a minimum IELTS test score of 6.0 or equivalent for direct entry, or an IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent with an ELICOS course (up to 10 weeks) to be taken before the main VET course, or an IELTS score of 5.0 or equivalent with an ELICOS course (up to 20 weeks) to be taken before the main VET course, or an Oxford Placement test with a score of 61 or higher. Results older than two years are not acceptable.

How much does the Diploma of Business cost in total?

The estimated total course cost is AU$30,500, which comprises a Tuition Fee of AU$25,000 and a Non-Tuition Fee of AU$5,500.

What assessment methods are used in the Diploma of Business?

Assessment methods used for this course include role plays and presentations, case studies, projects, reports, and knowledge tests.

Can I receive credit for previous study or work experience when enrolling in this course?

Yes. ASOC recognises qualifications and statements of attainment issued by other Registered Training Organisations in Australia and offers all students the option of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer. For further details, you can refer to the Student Handbook or enquire on campus by calling 1300 781 194 or emailing Info@asoc.edu.au.

Where is the Diploma of Business delivered and what is the course duration?

The course is delivered via classroom-based face-to-face learning at two campuses: Level 4, 123-129 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000 and Level 4, 18 Elizabeth Street, Hobart, TAS 7000. The course duration is 52 weeks, including holiday breaks, with a total volume of learning of 1,210 hours.

Application

How to Apply

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Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Step 03

Get Enrolled

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $50,000 to $65,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $65,000 to $85,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $85,000 to $110,000 per year

Career Paths

Office ManagerBusiness AdministratorExecutive OfficerProgram CoordinatorOperations Coordinator

Key Skills

Business communication and professional writingLeadership and team managementOperational planning and coordinationFinancial management and budgeting basicsMarketing strategy and media planning

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Diploma of Business

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Units of Competency

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