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Certificate IV in Business (Administration)

Study Method Online
Institution Open Colleges
Recognition Nationally Recognised Training
Start Date Enrol anytime
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  • This is NOT a FREE TAFE course, government funding is NOT available. Payment plan options are available.
  • Only Australian Citizens and Residents can apply for this course. Limited visa holders can be accepted pending a VEVO check. This provider is not CRICOS registered and cannot accept Subclass 500 visa holders

Course overview

Business clerical roles are one of the largest occupations in Australia. Duties involve general administrative and core business operation skills, which are applicable across a range of industries. In fact, the outlook until 2025 is for over 342,500 new roles to be added to the industry.

This business administration course will build on your existing knowledge to give you a broad, advanced understanding of numerous core business and administration functions.

Students will receive a free 12-month student membership to the Australian Institute of Office Professionals (AIOP), the peak industry association for office professionals, giving you access to networking events, professional development opportunities and seminars.

Fit study around your work and home life. With Open Colleges, you access your course content through OpenSpace, your online campus. Study whenever and wherever you like and make your way through the course at a pace that suits you.

Who's It For?

This course is perfect if you have no experience but would like to become a business administration specialist.

The Certificate IV is also an ideal way to formalise your current work experience if you are already in the industry but need a qualification to advance.

Job outcomes

  • Administrative Officer
  • Administrative Team Leader
  • Assistant Business Analyst
  • Assistant Security Analyst
  • Business Development Analyst

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What you'll learn

  • Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment
  • Write complex documents
  • Apply critical thinking to work practices
  • Apply communication strategies in the workplace
  • Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs
  • Build and maintain business relationships
  • Develop and use emotional intelligence
  • Develop personal work priorities
  • Organise business meetings
  • Apply digital solutions to work processes
  • Design and produce complex spreadsheets
  • Undertake project work

Recognitions

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia

Study method

  • Online Online info icon
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended Blended info icon
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class In-class info icon
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual Virtual info icon
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Duration study load

  • Maximum of 18 months
  • 26 hours of study per week recommended

Entry requirements

There are no mandated education entry requirements for this qualification, but it is also recommended that students:

  • Are 18 years old (note: students under 18 will need permission from a parent or guardian to enrol)
  • Have language, literacy and numeracy skills that ensure the ability to read and comprehend technical terms and communicate effectively through email — these skills are equivalent to those that would be required to successfully complete Year 12 or ACSF Level 3
  • Have completed a qualification at Certificate III level or higher · Have access to a modern computer with video/audio playback capabilities and high-speed internet
  • Have access to Microsoft Office or equivalent
  • Have basic computing skills, including the ability to make a short video
  • Have access to a digital video recording device to save and upload video/image files to OpenSpace, e.g., mobile phone/smartphone

Physical requirements

You’ll be required to operate office equipment and resources including telephone, photocopier, scanner and printer in a safe environment that includes an ergonomically sound computer workstation.

Equipment and tools

This course includes a requirement to record video and/ or audio roleplays. These will require participation by 1-2 other people sourced by you.

Language, Literacy and Numeracy

Our free online assessment tool can help give you an idea of the language, literacy and numeracy skills needed to study a VET course. This tool can also help you determine your learning level and help you plan your future studies.

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Recognition of prior learning

If you are an existing worker or have experience in the related industry, please inform our enrolment consultants during your enrolment conversation. You may be eligible to enrol as an existing worker and complete your studies faster. Please note – limitations do apply.

Assessment

  • Multiple-choice
  • Quiz
  • Projects
  • Role plays
  • Video
  • Written assessments

Materials

  • Learning content
  • Media
  • Additional resources
  • Learning activities
  • Self-checks

Subjects

Core Modules
BSBTEC404Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment
BSBOPS405Organise business meetings
BSBPEF502Develop and use emotional intelligence
BSBWRT411Write complex documents
BSBCRT411Apply critical thinking to work practices

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Payment options

  • Pay upfront – receive big savings on your enrolment
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About Open Colleges

Open Colleges puts you at the centre of everything. As an institution, it measures its success in the success of its students. With more than 100 years of experience in distance learning, Open Colleges has the expertise in delivering education and training to individuals seeking to launch, change or accelerate their careers.

Open Colleges Australia focuses on meeting the specific needs of adult learners by delivering highly flexible, accessible and affordable learning opportunities. Its unique learning model provides you with ultimate control – to study anywhere, anytime and at your own pace. Its online campus – OpenSpace – provides you with access to learning resources, expert trainers and assessors, collaboration with other learners and a comprehensive range of support services. Open Colleges is the perfect solution for time-poor students with busy schedules, as it makes getting your qualification possible from wherever you are.

Open Colleges is a Registered Training Organization (RTO 90796)

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