Certificate IV in Business

National Code:	BSB40215
CRICOS Code:	087909B

Description

This course is designed to train students in business to develop their skills and certify they are capable to achieve the industry standards. Students will acquire knowledge on how to implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements and identification and application of risk management process. This course also teaches you about undertaking marketing activities, organising meetings, promoting innovation in a team environment, promoting products and services and coordination of customer service strategies.

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who use well developed skills and a broad knowledge base in a wide variety of contexts. They apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems, and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. They may provide leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.

Entry Requirements

Delivery Mode

Duration
The requirements of AQF volume of learning for Certificate IV level qualifications is 1 year. Total volume of learning for the BSB40215 Certificate IV in Business is 20 hours per week for 52 weeks including 3 x 10 week terms, 1 x 12-week term and 10 weeks holiday.

Fees
Fees and charges vary between courses, please contact Australian Vocational Learning Centre directly to know the current course fees.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer – Students with prior learning and work experience can apply for Recognition of Prior Learning. Learners who have completed corresponding units of competency and/or units contained within the packaging rules can apply for Credit Transfer.

Assessment Methods
Assessment is progressive through the qualification with multiple assessment tasks to be completed for each unit of competency. Assessment tasks and methods will vary from unit to unit may include a combination of:

• Role-plays
• Written examinations
• Written/Verbal questioning
• Case studies
• Practical Projects
• Research Reports
• Assignments used to assess required skills and knowledge

Assessment marking system:

• Satisfactory (S) result: the student’s submitted work satisfies the learning requirements and all competency standards for the unit (in accordance with the National Register www.training.gov.au).
• Not Yet Satisfactory (NYS) result: the student’s submitted work does not demonstrate their understanding of all competency standards in the unit. If a student receives a ‘not yet satisfactory’ outcome, he or she will receive written feedback from a trainer/assessor, clearly outlining where the gaps are. The student will then be required to rectify these gaps and re-submit their assessment for marking.

Once a student receives a satisfactory result for all required assessment tasks a competent (C) outcome will be awarded for the entire unit. The student must demonstrate their understanding of all competency standards in each unit before receiving a competent outcome.

Pathways

This qualification will provide a pathway to BSB50215 Diploma of Business or other Diploma level qualifications.

Employment Opportunities

Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification are:

• Administrator
• Office Manager
• Project Officer

Course  Structure

To successfully complete the BSB40215 Certificate IV in Business students are required to complete ten units of competency consisting of the units as listed below.