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OverviewAbout this course
Gain sought after, transferable business skills to become an executive assistant, office manager or project administrator. Develop a broad range of expertise in management, marketing, business communication, finance and workplace sustainability.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Develop and implement systems to monitor business resources such as external suppliers
Research models of critical and creative thinking to support team knowledge and growth
Establish the scope and objectives of your workplace sustainability policies
Communicate details of budgets and financial plans to team members
Build a collaborative and innovative team environment
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
Specialist and transferrable skills that can be applied across industries
The ability to deliver a sought after range of business administration skills
Credit towards a full qualification
A strong study pathway into a Bachelor of Business with TAFE NSW Degrees
Strong pathways to continue your studies and enhance your career opportunities
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 today.
This course is offered as a traineeship. Enquire today to check the eligibility requirements.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) at a Year 12 high school level
A Certificate IV in Business or other relevant qualification
Experience in a range of work environments in senior support roles
Access to a computer with a reliable internet connection
Basic use of features of Microsoft Office such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Empathy, patience, and the capacity to empower others
Good organisational skills and the ability to multitask
TAFE NSW may ask you to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills test.
This skills test helps us to understand your individual study needs, to design an individualised plan that supports your study success
and ensures your LLN skills match the demands of the course.
If you need support in preparation for study, contact us about your options.
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.
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PathwaysFuture career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like:
Office Managers
Office Managers organise and control the functions and resources of offices such as administrative systems and office personnel.
Full-time share Full-time workers usually work 35 hours or more a week (in all their jobs combined).
65%
Employment size Employment size is the number of workers who do this as their main job.
47,300 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.
$1,310
Average full-time The average full-time hours that people in this role work each week.
41 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.
High
Gender share
89% 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.
Stable
Other jobs include: team leader, executive assistant (to a senior manager), project administrator, office manager, account manager and business manager.
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study2 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
Further study0 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
The Diploma of Business does not have any post-graduate courses.
Related study1 Course
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 Diploma of Business qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 12 units of competency, including 5 core and 7 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 - 5
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.
Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainabilityBSBSUS511
Manage business resourcesBSBOPS501
Develop critical thinking in othersBSBCRT511
Manage budgets and financial plansBSBFIN501
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
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