BSB50120
Diploma of Business
Thrive in a career in business with this high-level qualification. This course is perfect for people who want to elevate their skills at a management or executive level.
Course overview
Upgrade your career with this high-level qualification. You will take control with specialised knowledge, and advanced skills.
According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, demand for office management roles is expected to experience stable growth over the next five years. This is a very large occupation with job opportunities available across a number of industries including construction, professional services, and education and training.
This qualification is facilitated by expert teaching staff who have a high degree of industry connection and are able to guide you through your studies. You will develop specialised knowledge which includes communicating with influence, project work, workforce planning management, and risk.
Successful completion of this flexible qualification will provide you with high-level business skills that will enhance your career and expand potential professional and educational pathways.
What can I do?
- Program Consultant
- Program Coordinator
- Executive Officer
- Administration Manager
Course outcome:
BSB50120 Diploma of Business; or
BSB50120 Diploma of Business (Business Development); or
BSB50120 Diploma of Business (Leadership); or
BSB50120 Diploma of Business (Business Operations).
Online study options
Online virtual classroom – includes immersive reality experiences, virtual skills coaches and collaborative learning environments in timetabled virtual classes three days per week. Learn more >
Online self-directed – includes on-demand tutorials, giving you ultimate flexibility and freedom to set your own deadlines and study part-time when and where it suits you. Learn more >
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The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete 7 elective units from the list below.
To achieve a specialisation you must complete 4 elective units from one of:
- Business Development
- Leadership
- Business Operations
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- UNIT NAME
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BSBCRT511
Develop critical thinking in othersUNIT CODE :BSBCRT511Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop critical and creative thinking skills in others within a workplace context.
- UNIT NAME
- Develop critical thinking in others
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BSBFIN501
Manage budgets and financial plansUNIT CODE :BSBFIN501Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake financial management in an organisation or work area. It includes planning and implementing financial management approaches and supporting and evaluating effectiveness of financial management processes.
- UNIT NAME
- Manage budgets and financial plans
- UNIT CODE
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BSBOPS501
Manage business resourcesUNIT CODE :BSBOPS501Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage resources according to planned business strategies.
- UNIT NAME
- Manage business resources
- UNIT CODE
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BSBSUS511
Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainabilityUNIT CODE :BSBSUS511Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and implement workplace sustainability policies and to modify the policy to suit changed circumstances.
- UNIT NAME
- Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability
- UNIT CODE
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BSBXCM501
Lead communication in the workplaceUNIT CODE :BSBXCM501Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead communication in the workplace within any industry.
- UNIT NAME
- Lead communication in the workplace
- UNIT CODE
- UNIT NAME
General Electives
- General Electives
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BSBCMM511
Communicate with influenceUNIT CODE :BSBCMM511Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to present and negotiate persuasively, lead and participate in meetings and make presentations to customers, clients and other key stakeholders.
- UNIT NAME
- Communicate with influence
- UNIT CODE
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BSBCRT412
Articulate, present and debate ideasUNIT CODE :BSBCRT412Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to articulate, present and debate ideas in a work or broader life context using creative techniques in order to provoke response, reaction and critical discussion.
- UNIT NAME
- Articulate, present and debate ideas
- UNIT CODE
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BSBHRM415
Coordinate recruitment and onboardingUNIT CODE :BSBHRM415Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and implement strategies to source candidates and to assess their suitability for available positions.
- UNIT NAME
- Coordinate recruitment and onboarding
- UNIT CODE
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BSBHRM525
Manage recruitment and onboardingUNIT CODE :BSBHRM525Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage all aspects of recruitment and onboarding processes according to organisational policies and procedures.
- UNIT NAME
- Manage recruitment and onboarding
- UNIT CODE
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BSBMKG541
Identify and evaluate marketing opportunitiesUNIT CODE :BSBMKG541Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify, evaluate and take advantage of marketing opportunities by analysing market data, distinguishing characteristics of possible markets and assessing viability of changes to operations.
- UNIT NAME
- Identify and evaluate marketing opportunities
- UNIT CODE
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BSBOPS502
Manage business operational plansUNIT CODE :BSBOPS502Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and monitor the implementation of operational plans to support efficient and effective workplace practices and organisational productivity and profitability.
- UNIT NAME
- Manage business operational plans
- UNIT CODE
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BSBOPS504
Manage business riskUNIT CODE :BSBOPS504Unit description :This unit describes skills and knowledge required to manage business risks in a range of contexts across an organisation or for a specific business unit or area in any industry setting.
- UNIT NAME
- Manage business risk
- UNIT CODE
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BSBPEF402
Develop personal work prioritiesUNIT CODE :BSBPEF402Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan and prioritise own work tasks. It also addresses the skills and knowledge to monitor and obtain feedback on personal work performance.
- UNIT NAME
- Develop personal work priorities
- UNIT CODE
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BSBPEF501
Manage personal and professional developmentUNIT CODE :BSBPEF501Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to implement systems and process that support the personal and professional development of self and others.
- UNIT NAME
- Manage personal and professional development
- UNIT CODE
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BSBPEF502
Develop and use emotional intelligenceUNIT CODE :BSBPEF502Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and use emotional intelligence to increase self-awareness, self-management, social awareness and relationship management in the workplace.
- UNIT NAME
- Develop and use emotional intelligence
- UNIT CODE
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BSBPMG430
Undertake project workUNIT CODE :BSBPMG430Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake a minor project or a section of a larger project.
- UNIT NAME
- Undertake project work
- UNIT CODE
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BSBTEC404
Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environmentUNIT CODE :BSBTEC404Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to understand the fundamentals of using digital technologies to collaborate in a workplace context, including working as part of a remote team. It involves undertaking a basic review of organisational processes to identify opportunities for using digital technologies to complete work tasks more efficiently and effectively.
- UNIT NAME
- Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment
- UNIT CODE
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BSBTEC501
Develop and implement an e-commerce strategyUNIT CODE :BSBTEC501Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to evaluate e-commerce models and strategies for use in a business context. This includes the ability to incorporate results of evaluations into design of an e-commerce strategy, including marketing, buying and selling goods and services online.
- UNIT NAME
- Develop and implement an e-commerce strategy
- UNIT CODE
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BSBTWK401
Build and maintain business relationshipsUNIT CODE :BSBTWK401Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish, develop and maintain effective work relationships and networks through relationship building and negotiation skills required by workers. These workers may be within an organisation as well as freelance or contract workers.
- UNIT NAME
- Build and maintain business relationships
- UNIT CODE
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BSBTWK503
Manage meetingsUNIT CODE :BSBTWK503Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage a range of meetings including overseeing the meeting preparation processes, chairing meetings, organising the minutes and reporting meeting outcomes.
- UNIT NAME
- Manage meetings
- UNIT CODE
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BSBSTR502
Facilitate continuous improvementUNIT CODE :BSBSTR502Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead and manage continuous improvement systems and processes. Particular emphasis is on the development of systems and the analysis of information to monitor and adjust performance strategies, and to manage opportunities for further improvements.
- UNIT NAME
- Facilitate continuous improvement
Business Development
- Business Development
- UNIT CODE
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BSBMKG541
Identify and evaluate marketing opportunitiesUNIT CODE :BSBMKG541Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify, evaluate and take advantage of marketing opportunities by analysing market data, distinguishing characteristics of possible markets and assessing viability of changes to operations.
- UNIT NAME
- Identify and evaluate marketing opportunities
- UNIT CODE
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BSBMKG546
Develop social media engagement plansUNIT CODE :BSBMKG546Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to effectively develop social media engagement plans with a preferred target audience.
- UNIT NAME
- Develop social media engagement plans
- UNIT CODE
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BSBMKG550
Promote products and services to international marketsUNIT CODE :BSBMKG550Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to promote products and services to international markets in line with the organisational marketing plan and strategy for a specified target market.
- UNIT NAME
- Promote products and services to international markets
- UNIT CODE
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BSBTWK401
Build and maintain business relationshipsUNIT CODE :BSBTWK401Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish, develop and maintain effective work relationships and networks through relationship building and negotiation skills required by workers. These workers may be within an organisation as well as freelance or contract workers.
- UNIT NAME
- Build and maintain business relationships
- UNIT CODE
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SIRXMKT006
Develop a social media strategyUNIT CODE :SIRXMKT006Unit description :
- UNIT NAME
- Develop a social media strategy
Leadership
- Leadership
- UNIT CODE
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BSBHRM412
Support employee and industrial relationsUNIT CODE :BSBHRM412Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to communicate and implement employee relations (ER) and industrial relations (IR) policies and procedures to effectively represent organisations and employers.
- UNIT NAME
- Support employee and industrial relations
- UNIT CODE
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BSBHRM521
Facilitate performance development processesUNIT CODE :BSBHRM521Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and facilitate implementation of performance development processes and to coordinate individual or group learning and development to encourage effective employee performance.
- UNIT NAME
- Facilitate performance development processes
- UNIT CODE
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BSBLDR522
Manage people performanceUNIT CODE :BSBLDR522Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage the performance of staff that are direct reports.
- UNIT NAME
- Manage people performance
- UNIT CODE
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BSBLDR523
Lead and manage effective workplace relationshipsUNIT CODE :BSBLDR523Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead and manage effective workplace relationships.
- UNIT NAME
- Lead and manage effective workplace relationships
- UNIT CODE
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BSBPEF501
Manage personal and professional developmentUNIT CODE :BSBPEF501Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to implement systems and process that support the personal and professional development of self and others.
- UNIT NAME
- Manage personal and professional development
- UNIT CODE
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BSBPMG430
Undertake project workUNIT CODE :BSBPMG430Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake a minor project or a section of a larger project.
- UNIT NAME
- Undertake project work
- UNIT CODE
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BSBTWK502
Manage team effectivenessUNIT CODE :BSBTWK502Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead teams in the workplace and to actively engage with the management of the organisation.
- UNIT NAME
- Manage team effectiveness
Business Operations
- Business Operations
- UNIT CODE
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BSBHRM525
Manage recruitment and onboardingUNIT CODE :BSBHRM525Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage all aspects of recruitment and onboarding processes according to organisational policies and procedures.
- UNIT NAME
- Manage recruitment and onboarding
- UNIT CODE
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BSBHRM529
Coordinate separation and termination processesUNIT CODE :BSBHRM529Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to coordinate redeployment, resignation, retirement, dismissal and redundancy, including the conduct of exit interviews.
- UNIT NAME
- Coordinate separation and termination processes
- UNIT CODE
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BSBOPS502
Manage business operational plansUNIT CODE :BSBOPS502Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and monitor the implementation of operational plans to support efficient and effective workplace practices and organisational productivity and profitability.
- UNIT NAME
- Manage business operational plans
- UNIT CODE
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BSBOPS504
Manage business riskUNIT CODE :BSBOPS504Unit description :This unit describes skills and knowledge required to manage business risks in a range of contexts across an organisation or for a specific business unit or area in any industry setting.
- UNIT NAME
- Manage business risk
- UNIT CODE
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BSBTWK503
Manage meetingsUNIT CODE :BSBTWK503Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage a range of meetings including overseeing the meeting preparation processes, chairing meetings, organising the minutes and reporting meeting outcomes.
- UNIT NAME
- Manage meetings
Accelerated program
- Accelerated program
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BSBCRT412
Articulate, present and debate ideasUNIT CODE :BSBCRT412Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to articulate, present and debate ideas in a work or broader life context using creative techniques in order to provoke response, reaction and critical discussion.
- UNIT NAME
- Articulate, present and debate ideas
- UNIT CODE
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BSBOPS502
Manage business operational plansUNIT CODE :BSBOPS502Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and monitor the implementation of operational plans to support efficient and effective workplace practices and organisational productivity and profitability.
- UNIT NAME
- Manage business operational plans
- UNIT CODE
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BSBOPS504
Manage business riskUNIT CODE :BSBOPS504Unit description :This unit describes skills and knowledge required to manage business risks in a range of contexts across an organisation or for a specific business unit or area in any industry setting.
- UNIT NAME
- Manage business risk
- UNIT CODE
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BSBPEF501
Manage personal and professional developmentUNIT CODE :BSBPEF501Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to implement systems and process that support the personal and professional development of self and others.
- UNIT NAME
- Manage personal and professional development
- UNIT CODE
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BSBPEF502
Develop and use emotional intelligenceUNIT CODE :BSBPEF502Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and use emotional intelligence to increase self-awareness, self-management, social awareness and relationship management in the workplace.
- UNIT NAME
- Develop and use emotional intelligence
- UNIT CODE
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BSBPMG430
Undertake project workUNIT CODE :BSBPMG430Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake a minor project or a section of a larger project.
- UNIT NAME
- Undertake project work
- UNIT CODE
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BSBTWK502
Manage team effectivenessUNIT CODE :BSBTWK502Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead teams in the workplace and to actively engage with the management of the organisation.
- UNIT NAME
- Manage team effectiveness
Australian Virtual Business College
- Australian Virtual Business College
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BSBOPS502
Manage business operational plansUNIT CODE :BSBOPS502Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and monitor the implementation of operational plans to support efficient and effective workplace practices and organisational productivity and profitability.
- UNIT NAME
- Manage business operational plans
- UNIT CODE
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BSBOPS504
Manage business riskUNIT CODE :BSBOPS504Unit description :This unit describes skills and knowledge required to manage business risks in a range of contexts across an organisation or for a specific business unit or area in any industry setting.
- UNIT NAME
- Manage business risk
- UNIT CODE
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BSBPMG430
Undertake project workUNIT CODE :BSBPMG430Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake a minor project or a section of a larger project.
- UNIT NAME
- Undertake project work
- UNIT CODE
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BSBCMM511
Communicate with influenceUNIT CODE :BSBCMM511Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to present and negotiate persuasively, lead and participate in meetings and make presentations to customers, clients and other key stakeholders.
- UNIT NAME
- Communicate with influence
- UNIT CODE
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BSBLDR523
Lead and manage effective workplace relationshipsUNIT CODE :BSBLDR523Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead and manage effective workplace relationships.
- UNIT NAME
- Lead and manage effective workplace relationships
- UNIT CODE
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BSBTWK502
Manage team effectivenessUNIT CODE :BSBTWK502Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead teams in the workplace and to actively engage with the management of the organisation.
- UNIT NAME
- Manage team effectiveness
- UNIT CODE
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BSBPEF502
Develop and use emotional intelligenceUNIT CODE :BSBPEF502Unit description :This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and use emotional intelligence to increase self-awareness, self-management, social awareness and relationship management in the workplace.
- UNIT NAME
- Develop and use emotional intelligence
Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.
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You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATES | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Mt Gravatt
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On campus with some online
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10 Jul 2023
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1 year
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Full time 3 days per week
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Mt GravattOn campus with some online
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South Bank
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On campus with some online
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10 Jul 2023
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1 year
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Full time 3 days per week
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South BankOn campus with some online
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South Bank
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On campus with some online
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10 Jul 2023
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1 year
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Business Operations: Part time up to 3 nights per week
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South BankOn campus with some online
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South Bank
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On campus with some online
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10 Jul 2023
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1 year
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Leadership: Part time up to 3 nights per week
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South BankOn campus with some online
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South Bank
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On campus with some online
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10 Jul 2023
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1 year
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Business Development: Part time up to 3 nights per week
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South BankOn campus with some online
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South Bank
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On Campus
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10 Jul 2023
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6 months
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Accelerated: Part-time 2 night per week. Plus 3 Saturdays 9am-4pm
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South BankOn Campus
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South Bank
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On campus with some online
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03 Oct 2023
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1 year
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Business Development: Part time up to 3 nights per week
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South BankOn campus with some online
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South Bank
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On campus with some online
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03 Oct 2023
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1 year
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Leadership: Part time up to 3 nights per week
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South BankOn campus with some online
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATES | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Robina
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On campus with some online
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10 Jul 2023
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1 year
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Full time 3 days per week
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
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RobinaOn campus with some online
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATES | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Cairns
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On campus with some online
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Anytime
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up to 18 months
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Part time 1 night per week
Monday
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CairnsOn campus with some online
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Cairns
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On campus with some online
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10 Jul 2023
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1 year
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Full time 3 days per week
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CairnsOn campus with some online
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Cairns
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On campus with some online
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03 Oct 2023
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1 year
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Full time 3 days per week
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CairnsOn campus with some online
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Your course is primarily online and you may interact with your teachers and other students using Zoom. You will also need to come in to campus to complete some practical learning and assessment. Learn more
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All of your study will be done online and you can work through your studies at your own pace. You can access your learning materials 24/7 through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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You will study online however your classes will be delivered in real time via a scheduled timetable. You will interact with your teachers and other students using programs like Zoom. Learn more
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STUDY MODE | START DATES | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY | |
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Online virtual classroom
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03 Jul 2023
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up to 8 months
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Full time 3 evenings per week
Monday,Tuesday,Thursday
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Online virtual classroom
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Online with on campus practical training (Cairns)
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10 Jul 2023
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up to 18 months
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Part time 1 night per week
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Online with on campus practical training (Cairns)
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Online with on campus practical training (Townsville - Pimlico)
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10 Jul 2023
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up to 18 months
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Part time 1 night per week
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Online with on campus practical training (Townsville - Pimlico)
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Online with on campus practical training (Springfield)
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10 Jul 2023
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1 year
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Full time - 2 Zoom sessions and 1 face to face session per week
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Online with on campus practical training (Springfield)
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Online with on campus practical training (Toowoomba)
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10 Jul 2023
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1 year
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Full time - 2 Zoom sessions and 1 face to face session per week
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Online with on campus practical training (Toowoomba)
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Online self-directed
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17 Jul 2023
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Average course duration 18 months
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Business Operations: Part time up to 2 units per intake. 12 weeks per intake
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Online self-directed
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Online self-directed
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17 Jul 2023
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Average course duration 18 months
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Part time up to 2 units per intake. 12 weeks per intake
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Online self-directed
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17 Jul 2023
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Average course duration 18 months
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Leadership: Part time up to 2 units per intake. 12 weeks per intake
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