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    National code: BSB40320

    Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business

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    OverviewAbout this course

    Gain the skills to bring your small business or startup idea to life. Launch your small business or passion project with expert support and guidance, and set yourself up for success as a business owner.

    OutcomesWhat you'll gain

    Learning outcomes

    Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:

    • Develop a tailored business plan

    • Plan and manage small business finances

    • Develop and apply marketing and promotional strategies

    • Build important client relationships and business networks

    • Provide outstanding customer service

    Course outcomes

    Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.

    • A nationally accredited qualification at Certificate IV level

    • Confidence to grow your micro business or start your own small business

    • The ability to create a business plan

    • Experience communicating with customers

    • Exposure to small business legislation, policy and compliance material

    SuitabilityIs this course right for you?

    Entry requirements

    Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol

    • There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol now.

    • Traineeship

    • TAFE NSW may also offer the Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business as a traineeship. To be eligible to enrol as a trainee you must:

    • Be employed in a small business as this course is delivered in the workplace

    • Have a signed traineeship contract

    • Thinking about a traineeship? Enquire today

    Entry recommendations

    To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:

    • An interest and some knowledge, skills or experience in small business, gained through work experience or previous study

    • The ability to set work goals and achieve them

    • The ability to work independently

    • Good organisational and communication skills

    • Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) at a Year 12 high school level

    TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.

    PathwaysFuture career and study options

    Career pathways

    Our graduates go onto roles like:

    Corporate Services Manager

    Corporate Services Managers plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate the overall administration of organisations.

    • Full-time share Full-time workers usually work 35 hours or more a week (in all their jobs combined).

      92%

    • Employment size Employment size is the number of workers who do this as their main job.

      1,800 workers

    • Average age This is the average age of all workers in this job.

      46 years

    • Weekly pay Median earnings are shown for full-time, non-managerial employees paid at the adult rate, before tax or any amounts that are salary sacrificed. These figures are a guide to earnings only and should not be used to determine a wage rate.

      $2,400

    • Average full-time The average full-time hours that people in this role work each week.

      45 hours

    • Skill level rating Skill level ratings are based on the range and complexity of job roles. In general, the higher the skill level, the more formal education and training, previous experience or on-the-job training needed to be good at the job.

      Very high

    • Gender share

      56% female

    • Future growth The Department of Employment, Skills, Small and Family Business estimates the likely change in number of workers in this role, or industry, over the next 5 years. Future growth is the likely percentage change compared to all other job roles.

      Strong Growth

    Other jobs include: small business owner, small business manager and owner operator.

    Study pathways

    Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:

    Previous study0 Courses

    Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.

    The Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business does not have any pre-requisite courses.

    Further study2 Courses

    Advance your skills to take your career to the next level

    Related study2 Courses

    Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.

    Your experience counts

    At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.

    UnitsUnits taught in this course

    Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 10 units of competency, including 4 core and 6 speciality units.

    Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.

    Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

    • Research and develop business plansBSBESB401

    • Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business venturesBSBESB402

    • Plan finances for new business venturesBSBESB403

    • Market new business venturesBSBESB404

    TAFE NSW servicesFacilities and support

    TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.

    • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

    • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

    • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

    • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

    • TAFE NSW Libraries

    • Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

    • Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home

    • LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

    • Student associations – get social with our student community

    Info sessionsWant to know more?

    There are a total of 2 information sessions planned for this course. They'll take place at different locations across the state.

    You can select a study option below to see the sessions available. Or you can view all sessions related to Business and Marketing

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