BSB40320

Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business

Achieve your dream of operating your own business by developing skills and a broad knowledge base in this specialised qualification.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Greater Brisbane

WAYS TO STUDY On campus

NEXT INTAKE Starts anytime Duration: up to 4 months View all intakes

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

Concession

$150

Subsidised

$650

Full Fee

$2,990

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Course overview

Achieve your dream of operating your own business by developing skills and a broad knowledge base in this specialised qualification.

According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the number of small businesses in Australia continues to grow, employing more than 4.7 million Australians and contributing more than $418 billion to the Australian economy.

This course is ideal for small business owners, start-up leaders and entrepreneurs looking to build their business management skills and knowledge. Gain the skills and knowledge to develop core business skills including finances, legal and risk management, marketing, and developing business proposals.

During your studies, you will be guided by an experienced mentor from the business community who will work with you to develop a business plan specifically tailored to grow your business

What can I do?

Entrepreneur
Small Business Owner
Manager

Course outcome:

BSB40320 Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 6 elective units from the list below.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
BSBESB401

Research and develop business plans

UNIT CODE :
BSBESB401

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to research and develop business plans for achieving business goals and objectives.
UNIT NAME
Research and develop business plans

UNIT CODE
BSBESB402

Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures

UNIT CODE :
BSBESB402

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and comply with legal and risk management requirements of the business or new business venture, including negotiating, creating and planning for legal contracts used within the business, where required.
UNIT NAME
Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures

UNIT CODE
BSBESB403

Plan finances for new business ventures

UNIT CODE :
BSBESB403

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify financial requirements of a business, including profit targets, cash flow projections and strategies to garner financial support.
UNIT NAME
Plan finances for new business ventures

UNIT CODE
BSBESB404

Market new business ventures

UNIT CODE :
BSBESB404

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and implement a marketing strategy that is integrated into the business plan in order to improve the performance of a business venture. It involves analysing and interpreting market data.
UNIT NAME
Market new business ventures

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
BSBESB301

Investigate business opportunities

UNIT CODE :
BSBESB301

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify a business opportunity and its key components. This requires undertaking research to determine the viability of the opportunity, with reference to the legislative frameworks affecting the business.
UNIT NAME
Investigate business opportunities

UNIT CODE
BSBESB302

Develop and present business proposals

UNIT CODE :
BSBESB302

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to research the viability of ideas for business opportunities and develop and present proposals for viable options in formats suiting a range of stakeholders.
UNIT NAME
Develop and present business proposals

UNIT CODE
BSBMKG431

Assess marketing opportunities

UNIT CODE :
BSBMKG431

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify marketing opportunities and to analyse and evaluate opportunities according to organisational marketing objectives.
UNIT NAME
Assess marketing opportunities

UNIT CODE
BSBOPS404

Implement customer service strategies

UNIT CODE :
BSBOPS404

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to advise, carry out and evaluate customer service strategies.
UNIT NAME
Implement customer service strategies

UNIT CODE
BSBPEF401

Manage personal health and wellbeing

UNIT CODE :
BSBPEF401

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify signs and sources of strain on personal health and wellbeing (both physical and mental) within job roles and according to key performance indicators (KPIs).
UNIT NAME
Manage personal health and wellbeing

UNIT CODE
BSBTEC403

Apply digital solutions to work processes

UNIT CODE :
BSBTEC403

Unit description :
This unit defines the skills, knowledge and outcomes to integrate digital technologies into common management practice.
UNIT NAME
Apply digital solutions to work processes

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

Ways to study

Choose your study location

On campus with some online

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 DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Mt Gravatt	On campus with some online	Anytime	up to 4 months	Part time group mentoring sessions: 3-4 x 2-3 hour workshops plus 3 x 1 hour individual mentoring sessions	Concession: $150 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $650 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $2,990 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Mt Gravatt On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. Anytime The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. up to 4 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time group mentoring sessions: 3-4 x 2-3 hour workshops plus 3 x 1 hour individual mentoring sessions The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $150 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $650 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $2,990 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Mt Gravatt	On campus with some online	Anytime	up to 4 months	Part time one-on-one delivery sessions: 6 x 1.5 hour individual online or face to face mentioning sessions, online learning and support	Concession: $150 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $650 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $2,990 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Mt Gravatt On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. Anytime The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. up to 4 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time one-on-one delivery sessions: 6 x 1.5 hour individual online or face to face mentioning sessions, online learning and support The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $150 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $650 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $2,990 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

Studying on campus is a great way to enjoy the benefits of face-to-face education in a way that is far removed from a typical school. No matter which campus you choose, you know that you will be learning in an adult environment where you will be respected and nurtured. Attend a campus to learn face-to-face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces; such as a classroom, workshop, laboratory or simulated environments, or interact with teachers using real-time video or web conference tools. Learn more

Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.

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Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business (BSB40320)

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Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business

COURSE CODE: BSB40320

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help.

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

Selection criteria

To be considered eligible for enrolment into this course, you must currently be an owner or operator of a small business within the last 12 months.

Resources required

It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.

Placement

Workshop and tutorial support will be available.

Important information

This course is an accelerated learning offering. Our course has been tailored to the key needs of growing and developing business owners, managers and leaders. Your existing skills, experience, and knowledge in business will be leveraged upon within our workshops and online learning. We aim to extend and build your knowledge and experience through our small group or one-on-one workshop session.

What’s Involved?

Practical and fun exercises and activities that will get you thinking, innovating and uncovering ways that you can improve your business now
Interactive discussions and learning that will enable you to grow as a business leader

Accelerated Delivery model; there are two convenient study options to choose from:

Group mentoring sessions:
- 3 x 3 hours face-to-face workshops
- Online learning and support
- 3 x 1 hour individual mentoring sessions
One-on-one delivery sessions:
- 6 x 1 ½ hour individual mentoring sessions online or face-to-face
- Online learning and support

To be eligible for the Higher Level Skills subsidised price, you must:

Student must be the owner, manager or employee of a small business in Queensland;
be aged 15 years or over, and be no longer at school;
permanently reside in Queensland;
be an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident (includes humanitarian entrant), temporary resident with the necessary visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency, or a New Zealand citizen;
not hold a certificate IV or higher-level qualification, not including qualifications completed at school and foundation skills training; and
not be enrolled in another qualification, not including foundation skills training.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

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How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online.

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees, available subsidies, and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

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Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business

Course overview

What can I do?

Course outcome:

Core units

Elective units

Mt Gravatt

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Ask a question

Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

Payment plan

Upfront payment

Entry requirements

Selection criteria

Resources required

Placement

Important information

Assessment methods

Pathways

University pathways

How to apply

Direct application

Course disclaimer

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Related courses

Diploma of Business / Diploma of Leadership and Management

Careers

Diploma of Business

Careers