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Certificate IV in Business (Administration)

BSB40120

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Location

Online

Study Mode

Online

Outcomes

Accounts Administrator, Administration Supervisor, Administrative Assistant, Business Administrator, Business Analyst, Clerical Worker, Contract Administrator, Office Administrator

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Qualification

Certificate IV

Awarded By

Open Colleges (RTO: 90796)

Duration

Self-paced, max 18 months

Start Date

Enquire now for upcoming start dates

Payment Option

Fee For Service, Payment plan, Upfront payment
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This course meets the Nationally Recognised Training standards. It is listed on the Australian government's National Register for Vocational Education and Training (VET). Studying this course leads to a qualification that's recognised throughout Australia, and lets employers know that you have the right skills for the job.

How Much Will It Cost?

Payment plan

Flexible payment plans are available for this course, making it easier to invest in your future. Enquire now to find out more!

Course Rundown

If you are a naturally organised person and are looking to start a career in business administration then this BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business (Administration) qualification from Open Colleges could be a fantastic choice for you. Business activity is on the rise in Australia and outlook for the creation of new clerical roles is great, with 342,000 new roles to be created in the industry by 2025 (Source: Australian Government Job Outlook), so if you’re after an in-demand career this could be an ideal opportunity.

Completing this Certificate IV qualification will enable you to competently perform in any of the many administrative and clerical roles required by the modern businesses. You will gain all the contemporary business administration and communication skills by studying subjects such as how to apply communication strategies in the workplace, build effective business relationships, write complex documents, design and produce complex spreadsheets and how to use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment.

By the end of this course you will be equipped with all the knowledge you need to become an administration star for any business or organisation, so start studying today!

Please note: This is a fee-for-service course, it is not government funded.

Eligibility

Entry requirements can differ depending on the course. Generally, you need to be at least 18 years old to enrol. If you are under 18, you will require permission from a parent or guardian. Students should also possess basic language, literacy, numeracy, and digital skills to read course materials comfortably, understand technical terms, and communicate effectively via email.

To learn more about the specific entry requirements for this course or if you need advice on whether this course is suitable for you please enquire now.

Please note: This course is not available to student visa holders.

FAQS

While completing this BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business (Administration) qualification from Open Colleges, you may study the following subjects:

  • BSBTEC404 – Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment
  • BSBOPS405 – Organise business meetings
  • BSBPEF502 – Develop and use emotional intelligence
  • BSBWRT411 – Write complex documents
  • BSBCRT411 – Apply critical thinking to work practices
  • BSBXCM401 – Apply communication strategies in the workplace
  • BSBPEF402 – Develop personal work priorities
  • BSBTEC403 – Apply digital solutions to work processes
  • BSBTEC402 – Design and produce complex spreadsheets
  • BSBWHS411 – Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs
  • BSBPMG430 – Undertake project work
  • BSBTWK401 – Build and maintain business relationships

Open Colleges has been helping Australians realise their potential for over 125 years, and they’re now one of Australia’s leaders in online education. In the last decade alone, they’ve helped over 450,000 students gain the skills to launch, change or take the next step in their careers. When you study with OC, you’ll graduate with a nationally recognised qualification that’ll help you find work across Australia. Their nationally recognised courses are designed by vocational experts, and you’ll learn job-ready skills from industry specialists. Online learning is all about flexibility, so they’ve designed their learning platform to be as flexible as possible. It’s available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so you can access it anytime you want. It’s designed to work around your lifestyle, not the other way around, so you can easily fit your study in with your other commitments.

Open Colleges is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO: 90796)

Student Support

The common misconception is that studying online means that you’re studying alone, but at Open Colleges, they take great pride in the superior support provided to their students. They make it easy for you to get support when you need it with their student support team available available from Monday to Saturday via email, phone, and Live Chat.. They’re here, in tandem with trainers and assessors, to make sure you’re supported the whole way through your course, from the time you enrol right through to your graduation.

Where Will It Lead Me?

On completion of this course, you will gain a nationally recognised BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business (Administration) qualification from Open Colleges.

The knowledge and skills you acquire through this course will give you access to thousands of business administration and clerical roles in any sector and make you a top performer in any of these roles. You will be well equipped to help any business or organisation grow and prosper by being able to tackle all administrative challenges that you may face on a daily basis.

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