Communications Courses

Start your career in branding, digital communication and media design with this Bachelor of Communication Design qualification, delivered by Billy Blue College of Design at Torrens University Australia.

Under the guidance of industry leaders, including brand and design consultants as well as graphic designers and creative directors, this course covers strategic thinking, brand strategy, customer experience design and service design. You’ll discover the building blocks of typography and learn about idea generation, digital media, design research, information design, and more.

DIA-recognised course

This course is recognised by the Design Institute of Australia, giving you confidence that your education is of the highest industry standard.

Free Adobe Creative Cloud Pro licence

You’ll receive a free Adobe Creative Cloud Pro licence for the entire time you’re studying Design with us.

Become a confident business leader with excellent marketing skills with this Double Diploma of Marketing and Communication (BSB50620) and Diploma of Business (Business Development) (BSB50120) qualification from College for Adult Learning.

By completing this course you will gain the skills to identify and capitalise on various marketing opportunities and make effective strategic decisions for your organisation.

You will develop skills to develop and manage marketing and communication projects such as PR, advertising and social media campaigns, as well as reporting and marketing budget management.

In addition, you will develop crucial business leadership skills such as stakeholder management, business communication, risk management and policy development, making you an indispensable asset at all levels in any organisation.

You’ll learn:

• Prepare and deliver market research and consumer trend reports to highlight areas of opportunity for your business
• Manage PR, advertising and social media campaigns from briefing to post-campaign reporting
• Successfully communicate and manage stakeholders to foster relationships and drive positive business outcomes

If you’re looking to grow your skill set in graphic design and stand out professionally, this course offers your first career step! Study the Graphic Design: Elevate course from Academy Xi and get equipped with the concepts, mindset, and practical experience required to design slick visual assets and thrive in this rewarding field.

Available 100% online for you to study at your own pace and convenience, this course is designed for students seeking to understand the core concepts, techniques, and tools of graphic design. Study the core principles of design, understand the application of human-centered design, build a toolkit of practical techniques to convey visual messages, design collateral that cuts through, and drive innovative visual communication through experimentation and testing. You’ll complete this course with practical new skills and an industry-standard portfolio of your work – all from the comfort of your own home.

Companies across all industries are constantly on the hunt for people with Graphic Design skills to help them craft innovative assets that build brand differentiation and elicit emotional connections with target audiences. Give yourself an edge over the rest with the Graphic Design: Elevate course from Academy Xi.

You will need to invest 60-80 hours over a six-month period and will also get access to an exclusive Digital Skills Masterclass webinar program to learn critical digital skills from industry experts, grow your network and get advice from graduates now working in the field.

 

 

 

If you are good at communication and handling people, and would like to commence a lucrative career in business and business administration, then this BSB30120 Certificate III in Business (Customer Engagement) qualification from Open Colleges could be a great option to get you started.

This comprehensive business administration course is designed to enable you to provide exceptional customer service through effective communication. It will teach you crucial skills such as how to prepare and design business documents and spreadsheets, how to engage in effective workplace communication, how to deliver and monitor a service to customers and how to process customer complaints, and by the end of the course you will become a star customer engagement professional. This course is delivered 100% online, allowing you to balance study with your lifestyle.

PLEASE NOTE – Open Colleges is a privately-run RTO, not government-run like a TAFE, so they cannot offer government funding. Please check eligibility requirements before beginning an enrolment with Open Colleges.

The Dual Diploma of Social Media Marketing (10904NAT) and Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication (BSB40820) from College for Adult Learning is perfect for those looking to kick-start their career in digital marketing with essential social media and fundamental marketing skills.

You’ll develop social media skills to increase your online presence both organic and with paid strategies, build your brand identity on social channels and drive users to your website to become paying customers. You’ll also learn key marketing skills to provide support to internal stakeholders and the wider team to deliver marketing projects including the creation of communications plans, analysing consumer behaviour, developing content and executing marketing campaigns.

Also, you’ll learn how to:

• Identify, evaluate and take advantage of marketing opportunities by analysing market data;
• Develop social media strategies by identifying your audience, choosing the right channels;
• Establish both an organic and paid social media presence to increase brand reach and maximise returns on paid social media;
• Plan, implement and manage conversion strategies, including copywriting, web asset development, retargeting and email marketing.

The Diploma of Business (Marketing) at Torrens University offers a comprehensive foundation in strategic marketing, equipping students with the skills to create impactful marketing campaigns. This course is designed to provide practical, hands-on experience through real client briefs, ensuring that students are job-ready upon graduation. The curriculum includes eight core subjects that cover essential marketing principles, consumer behaviour, digital marketing, and integrated marketing communications. Students will also engage in 50 hours of industry experience, providing valuable insights and professional connections.

Throughout the course, students will explore the role of marketing in various organisational contexts, learn to engage and influence customer behaviour, and identify unique branding opportunities. The program also offers a pathway into a Bachelor of Business, allowing for further specialisation in areas such as Marketing, Event Management, Sport Management, Entrepreneurship, or Hospitality and Tourism Management. The course is accredited by the Australian Marketing Institute, ensuring that the education provided is industry-approved and relevant.

This 100% online Graduate Certificate in Information Communications Technology from University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) focuses on four courses that you can complete in 8 months online, at the times and locations best for you.

You’ll learn first-hand from lecturers who share their real-world challenges and solutions with you in managing and visualising data, programming, and management informatics.

Know how to manage data, one of the most important assets of a business: understand the need for data privacy and security, manage and use data to continually transform organisations, use programming and visualising data skills to tell the story of data and solve challenges and gain an ITS Python certification, a highly marketable, globally recognised certification that’s embedded into the program.

If you’ve always aspired to a career in marketing, but didn’t know where to start, then this BSB40820 Certificate IV in Marketing & Communications qualification from GROW Training Group could be just the thing you’re looking for.

This nationally accredited Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication course has been meticulously crafted in collaboration with industry experts to ensure that your educational journey is all-encompassing and aligned with the latest industry standards. This program will equip you with the expertise to execute marketing campaigns, promote products and services, and analyse consumer behaviour, all geared toward effectively representing an institution or organisation. By the end of the course you will posses all the skills and confidence you need to become a star performer in any marketing team across many industry sectors.

Enrolment period is 24 months. We find our students complete the qualification in varied time frames. It really does depend on your life situation and availability. The program can be completed in a much shorter time – we would recommend aiming at completing 1 unit per month.

This program is delivered in our online learner system. You do not need to come to class, however, you will need to stay connected with your Educator and attend phone and/or web meetings to complete some of the practical components of your course. eLearning allows you the flexibility of completing your course at your own pace, at times to suit work and other life commitments. You can work on your course at anytime, anywhere supported by your industry experienced educator via telephone and email no matter where you are.

Please Note: Grow Training Group operates as a privately managed Registered Training Organisation (RTO), differing from government-run institutions such as a TAFE. Consequently, Grow does not offer government funding.

Social media marketers are in high demand and businesses everyone are quickly recognising its influence! Tap into the power of social media for your business with this 10904NAT Diploma of Social Media Marketing delivered online by Open Colleges.

From Facebook and LinkedIn to Snapchat and Instagram, you will learn how to devise a social media plan for a range of mediums, and utilise tools such as email marketing and effective content to build your own personal brand.

This online course was created by industry leaders… We’re talking members of Forbes’ Top 50 global social media experts! You’ll get taken through social media network strategy, how to create engaging and effective marketing content, and master the art of creating your own personal brand on social media.

You will also learn how to use email marketing in your workplace, plus have the opportunity to set up and manage social media accounts across a number of channels, meaning you’ll graduate with an impressive portfolio showcasing your abilities and the cutting edge skills to succeed in the dynamic field of social media marketing.

Each student will receive a free 12 month student membership to the Australian Marketing Institute (AMI), the industry peak body for marketing professionals in Australia.

PLEASE NOTE – Open Colleges is a privately-run RTO, not government-run like a TAFE, so they cannot offer government funding. Please check eligibility requirements before beginning an enrollment with Open Colleges.

If you are looking for a way to become a driver of change and innovation for your business in order to optimise your career path, then this Design Thinking for Innovation: Elevate course from Academy Xi ticks all the right boxes.

Is your business using the power of AI to improve productivity and margins to its full extent?  The AI as Your CoPilot short course from Australian Institute of Management (AIM) Education and Training serves as an ideal entry point for gaining insights into the current landscape of artificial intelligence tools and how to effectively employ them to enhance personal productivity and professional impact. This pragmatic course is designed to impart practical knowledge on the concept of ‘centaur’ or ‘copilot,’ involving collaborative work with AI through a hands-on approach.

By embracing AI technologies, participants have the opportunity to transform their businesses, boost productivity, and adeptly navigate the dynamic technological landscape. Individuals in management roles will acquire the knowledge of when and how to strategically leverage AI to optimise time and resources. Upon completion of this course, participants will possess a comprehensive understanding of integrating AI into their workflows.

The course will allow you to evaluate 40 different AI technologies, and will teach you how to use them to get the most value out of them. The course lasts one day, and can be undertaken at one of AIM’s campuses in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide or Canberra, or you can complete it via an online virtual workshop.

If you have a knack for visual storytelling and want to transform that talent into a rewarding career, the Visual Design: Transform course from Academy Xi is your launchpad into the world of professional visual design.

This immersive online program is designed to give you a comprehensive blend of theoretical and practical skills, ensuring you graduate as a well-rounded, job-ready Visual Designer. You’ll master essential design principles – including colour theory, typography, composition, logos and branding, photo manipulation and digital illustration – while learning to create visually impactful designs that enhance User Experience (UX) and User Interface (UI).

Throughout the course, you’ll also gain real-world experience using industry-standard tools, such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Figma, and the latest Generative AI tools. Through practical exercises and eight weeks of live client projects, build a job-ready portfolio showcasing your skills in branding, UI/UX design, digital marketing assets, and interactive media.

This course is delivered 100% online, giving you the flexibility to study at your own pace, so you can fast-track your learning in just three months or take up to 12 months to complete.

By the end of the course, you’ll have:

• A job-ready portfolio showcasing your visual design expertise.
• Unlimited 1:1 mentoring from an industry professional.
• A final project featured in an industry showcase to boost your visibility.
• An industry-recognised certificate to strengthen your professional credibility.
• Access to our Career Support Program, setting you up for success in the job market.

La Trobe University’s online Master of Business Administration (MBA) features an Applied Digital Health specialisation designed to give you the leadership skills required to guide digital transformation in health organisations.

This specialisation is ideal for professionals who want to enhance their business expertise for the emerging digital health space.

La Trobe’s MBA is the only program of its kind in Australia to offer an applied digital health specialisation. As a student, you will learn from some of the country’s best business and health academic and industry professionals while completing a world-class business curriculum supplemented with carefully curated subjects in digital health.

In addition to gaining expertise in leadership and general management, you will build an understanding of topics like Big Data and the Internet of Medical Things, virtual care models and telehealth, and digital health communication. You will also develop a digital health transformation roadmap using change management techniques that will make you an asset to any employer.

Upon graduation, you will be ready to influence and lead the future of healthcare in roles like digital health management consultant, digital health product manager and director of digital health.

Prepare to become a next-generation leader in the fashion industry with this Bachelor of Fashion Marketing and Enterprise, delivered by Billy Blue College of Design at Torrens University Australia.

This course teaches you how to create, market and manage commercial fashion enterprises in an ever-changing landscape. You will explore various business models, digital communication strategies, fashion buying and merchandise planning, brand development, consumer research, entrepreneurship and fashion retail and operations practices. Elective options allow you to further develop your skills in sales and negotiation as well as entrepreneurial finance.

DIA-recognised course

This course is recognised by the Design Institute of Australia, giving you confidence that your education is of the highest industry standard.

Free Adobe Creative Cloud Pro licence

You’ll receive a free Adobe Creative Cloud Pro licence for the entire time you’re studying Design with us.

Exclusive industry partnerships

We’ve partnered with industry leaders including Vogue Australia and Fashion Queensland, to offer you internship, mentoring and scholarship opportunities.

The Double Diploma of Social Media Marketing (10904NAT) and Marketing and Communication (BSB50620) from College for Adult Learning, is perfect for those looking to equip themselves with both essential social media and marketing skills.

You’ll develop high-level management skills to create marketing plans and strategies, with the hands-on skills to write persuasive content and seek new opportunities to advance your business.

In addition to essential marketing skills, you’ll learn key social media skills to increase your online presence both organically and with paid strategies, build your brand identity on social channels and drive users to your website to become paying customers.

This course is delivered in partnership with Social Media College (SMC), including some training and some support services provided by SMC on behalf of the College for Adult Learning.

You’ll learn how to:

• Identify, evaluate and take advantage of marketing opportunities by analysing market data.
• Develop social media strategies by identifying your audience, choosing the right channels for your purpose.
• Establish organic and paid social media presence to increase brand reach.
• Plan, implement and manage conversion strategies, including copywriting, web asset development, retargeting and email marketing.

The online Graduate Diploma in Data Science at UNSW covers the foundational skills of data science as applied in computer science, economics and mathematics.

You’ll learn about important decision-making techniques, along with how to be a good data storyteller. The course also includes programming, statistics and data systems. 

The fast track option means you could graduate with the diploma in 16 months. It also provides a pathway to study the Master of Data Science, should you continue to take it to the next level.

The Dual Diploma of Social Media Marketing (10904NAT) and Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business (BSB40320) from College for Adult Learning is perfect for those wanting to gain essential social media skills to boost brand awareness and business growth.

With a strategic combination of essential business and social media marketing skills, you’ll have the tools to successfully position your business online.

In the Social Media Marketing Diploma, you’ll develop key social media marketing skills to increase your social presence, generate website traffic, and convert them into paying customers.

This course is delivered in partnership with Social Media College (SMC), including some training and some support services provided by SMC on behalf of the College for Adult Learning.

You’ll learn skills in:

• Developing social media strategies by identifying your audience and choosing the right channels for your purpose.
• Establishing both an organic and paid social media presence to increase brand reach and engagement.
• Developing business plans and business proposals to achieve stakeholder buy-in.
• Establishing skills in legal and risk management for new business ventures to ensure the business is prepared for possible challenges.

The Diploma of Social Media Marketing (10904NAT) from College for Adult Learning will give you the essential skills you need to successfully develop your social media strategy and online presence.

With this course, you’ll strengthen your ability to create a consistent brand identity and produce and publish high-converting content to all the right channels to drive traffic to your website.

You’ll gain valuable social media marketing skills to generate website traffic from your social channels, and convert them into paying customers.

This course is delivered in partnership with Social Media College (SMC), including some training and some support services provided by SMC on behalf of the College for Adult Learning.

You’ll learn skills in:

• Developing social media strategies by identifying your audience and choosing the right channels for your purpose.
• Establishing both organic and paid social media presence to increase brand reach and engagement.
• Planing, implementation and how to manage conversion strategies, including copywriting, web asset development, retargeting and email marketing.