Business Courses Australia

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Project Administrator
Program Administrator
Project Support Officer
Contract Officer
Quality Officer
Small Business Operator

Average Salaries

Business workers may earn between $54,000 and $160,000 per year

Stand out in a competitive and rewarding business world by building in-demand skills studying a business course.

Carve out a place in the competitive Australian business landscape and position yourself for global career success by studying a business course.

More than two million businesses operate in Australia, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, and the sector is growing – indicating its importance for the Australian economy. In competitive commercial works, businesses are urgently seeking skilled managers, leaders and administrators to strategically guide businesses to success. By studying a business course, you’ll build the critical and in-demand skills needed to step up.

A broad and exciting field, business generally means working in a range of operational, managerial and administrative roles in a variety of large or small businesses. In a business course, you’ll learn all aspects of business management, including strategic planning, resource management, decision-making and leadership, and managing people and projects. Ultimately, you’ll build a diverse professional skillset that can translate to roles not only in the private sector but in the public and not-for-profit sector, too.

You may study a business course at a range of different levels, including as a certificate or diploma course, as a bachelor’s degree, or as a master’s degree or post-graduate certificate. Opportunities also exist for people seeking to challenge themselves and advance our understanding of best business principles by undertaking a PhD.

After completing a business course, you may work in a range of leadership, management, administrative and operational roles, and may work as a business manager, general manager, team leader or operations manager. If you’re a natural leader and like solving problems, a career in business is for you.

What do business graduates do?

Graduates of business courses may seek employment in a wide variety of management roles, which means your day-to-day duties will vary, depending on the role you take on. However, your work will likely be focused on managing the operations of business, and will include tasks such as:

Identifying and organising key organisational goals and strategic priorities;
Developing plans, policies and procedures relating to the operation of the business;
Monitoring and managing projects;
Authorising the allocation and movement of resources, including financial and human resources;
Managing and training staff;
Conducting meetings;
Preparing reports, submissions and notes;
Conducting monitoring and evaluation activities of business projects and activities;
Managing conflict;
Representing the business or organisation in public;
Ensuring the business’s ongoing compliance with relevant regulations; and
Performing other general administrative tasks.

In a not-for-profit or smaller organisation, you may find yourself taking on more varied tasks, including responsibilities relating to human resources, staff recruitment and inductions, financial management and reporting, or marketing, sales and communications.

Depending on the level of your business qualification, you may perform a range of senior management tasks, including developing a strategic or organisational plan, managing high-level projects, and making key strategic decisions.

Career Outcomes

Business graduates are in demand in a range of different industries. After completing a business, course, you may work in a field like:

Banking and finance
Construction
Education
Engineering
Government services
Information technology
Marketing and sales
Media services
Retail trade and hospitality
Tourism and events management

After completing a business course, you may seek employment in a wide range of business administration and management roles, or start your own small business. Roles you may choose to take on after graduating may include working as a:

Project Administrator
Program Administrator
Project Support Officer
Contract Officer
Quality Officer
Small Business Operator
Project Manager
Management Consultant
Project Leader
Project Team Leader
Office Manager
Office Administrator
Executive Personal Assistant
Receptionist
Accounts Supervisor
Financial Planning Administrator
Secretary
Administrative Assistant
Assistant Manager
Project Assistant
Bookkeeper
Event Manager
Administration Manager
General Office Manager
Senior Executive Assistant
Information Desk Clerk
Clerical Worker
Financial Broker
General Manager
Human Resources Manager
Property Manager
Marketing Officer
Business Systems Analyst
IT Manager
Training Manager
Learning and Development Manager
Employee Relations Manager
Workplace Relations Officer
Marketing Coordinator
Market Researcher
Public Relations Officer
Direct Marketing Officer
Market Research Assistant
Small Business Owner
Small Business Manager
Operations Officer
Small Business Analyst
Digital Marketing Assistant
Digital Marketing Coordinator
Legal Receptionist
Legal Administrator
Junior Legal Secretary
Human Resources Officer
Team Leader
Senior Manager
Marketing Manager
Chief Executive
Managing Director
Financial Dealer
Economist
Entrepreneur
Brand Manager
Executive Manager
Startup Founder
Product Manager
Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)
Social Media Consultant
Sales Manager
Business Development Manager
Business Manager
Account Manager
Operations Manager
Department Manager
Hotel Manager
Restaurant Manager
Resort Manager
Business Consultant
Accommodation Manager
Food and Beverage Manager
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Sports Manager
Human Resources Administrator
Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Officer
Recruitment Consultant
Learning and Development Officer
Risk Manager
Media Planner
Digital Marketer
Market Analyst
Marketing and Communications Officer
Auditor
Management Accountant
Practicing Accountant
Tax Accountant and Advisor
Forensic Accounting
Business Advisor
Risk Consultant
Insolvency and Reconstruction
Program Manager
Consultant
Finance Manager
Risk Analyst
Financial Advisor
Equity Manager
Program Coordinator
Executive Officer
Program Consultant
New Business Start-Up
Administration Officer
Hotel Front Office Attendant
Hotel Service Supervisor
Tourism Manager
Hotel Supervisor
Hospitality Operator
Growth Marketer
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Is business right for you?

You’ll find working in business exciting and rewarding if you:

Enjoy problem-solving
Are a natural leader
Have big ideas
Are highly motivated
Love working with people
Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Are highly organised and efficient
Are proactive and can work independently
Can think strategically and exercise sound judgment
Can remain calm under pressure
Can speak confidently in public
Enjoy fast-paced work
Enjoy challenging yourself
Want to make a difference

Job opportunities

The Australian Government’s Job Outlook predicts strong growth in job opportunities for business managers over the next decade, predicting the profession will grow to employ an additional 7,900 people by 2020. Currently employing approximately 51,000 people, the profession is considered large, and roles are available in most areas of Australia.

Opportunities are also available for business course graduates seeking to start their own small business. The Australian Bureau of Statistics reports that approximately 1.96 million small businesses operate in Australia, representing nearly 96 per cent of all businesses operating.

Average Salaries

According to PayScale, a general manager can expect to earn a salary between $54,000 and $160,000 per year, with an average annual salary of approximately $92,000. An operations manager can expect to earn between $35,000 and $90,000 per year, and entry-level managers may enjoy earning a competitive average salary of approximately $50,000 per year.

At the highest levels of business, chief executive officers and chief financial officers can take home base salaries in excess of $300,000, according to Job Outlook, and may also hold stock in a company or share profits with shareholders in addition to receiving a wage.

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Industry Bodies

BSB40215 Certificate IV in Business

BSB40215 Certificate IV in Business

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Qualification

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BSB51415 Diploma of Project Management Upskilled

BSB51415 Diploma of Project Management

Graduate Certificate in Management AIM Business School

Graduate Certificate in Management

Master of Business Administration (MBA+) AIM Business School

Master of Business Administration (MBA+)

BSB50415 Diploma of Business Administration Upskilled

BSB50415 Diploma of Business Administration

BSB42415 Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication Upskilled

BSB42415 Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication

BSB40215 Certificate IV in Business Upskilled

BSB40215 Certificate IV in Business

BSB40515 Certificate IV in Business Administration specialising in Finance Open Colleges

BSB40515 Certificate IV in Business Administration specialising in Finance

BSB40515 Certificate IV in Business Administration Open Colleges

BSB40515 Certificate IV in Business Administration

BSB30415 Certificate III in Business Administration Open Colleges

BSB30415 Certificate III in Business Administration

Bachelor of Business APM College of Business & Communications at Torrens University

Bachelor of Business

Bachelor of Business (Hospitality Management) William Blue College of Hospitality Management at Torrens University

Bachelor of Business (Hospitality Management)

Master of Business Administration Chifley Business School at Torrens University

Master of Business Administration

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What do business graduates do?

Career Outcomes

Career Outcomes

Job opportunities

Average Salaries

Learn how to become a

Industry Bodies

BSB40215
Certificate IV in Business

BSB51415
Diploma of Project Management Upskilled

BSB50415
Diploma of Business Administration Upskilled

BSB42415
Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication Upskilled

BSB40215
Certificate IV in Business Upskilled

BSB40515
Certificate IV in Business Administration specialising in Finance Open Colleges

BSB40515
Certificate IV in Business Administration Open Colleges

BSB30415
Certificate III in Business Administration Open Colleges

Bachelor of Business

Bachelor of Business (Hospitality Management)

Master of Business Administration