Account Director Courses
Account Directors manage key client relationships, handling negotiations, market research, and sales reporting to drive business success.
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AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Account Director
Get qualified to work as a Account Director with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
BSB60120
Duration
5 weeks - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
Do you need a business qualification that delivers a holistic blend of administration, management, and leadership skills? Try the BSB60120 Advanced Diploma of Business. This nationally recognised diploma will develop your critical thinking and emotional intelligence, as well as make you a more confident and effective communicator. The course covers: budgeting and finances, managing business resources, policy development, operationally planning, team management, continuous improvement, departmental safety ...
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Duration
5 weeks - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
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BSB60520
Duration
6 months - 2 and a half years
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL
The BSB60520 Advanced Diploma of Marketing and Communication is an exciting qualification where students learn how to drive the strategic direction of an organisation’s marketing and communications activities. Students begin with 3 core units where they create and learn how to implement a strategic plan. This strategic plan becomes the base for the remainder of studies and incorporates a marketing plan and advertising campaign. Students then complete electives with choices available in advertising, desig...
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Duration
6 months - 2 and a half years
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL
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BSB60215
Duration
12 months - 18 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online
The Advanced Diploma of Business is suited to Senior Administrators and Executives seeking to develop expertise across a wider range of business functions. During the course students will learn about strategic planning while developing both a marketing plan and an organisational development plan. Students will also learn how to manage innovation and continuous improvement; develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability; and how to lead and manage organisational change.
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Duration
12 months - 18 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online
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BSB60207
The Advanced Diploma of Business (BSB60207) is for senior administrators and executives who need to expand their skill-set to include high-end marketing, advertising, HR Management, IT, and sustainability. The course is project based so students spend their time developing their own marketing and development plans which can be incorporated into their current organisation. This is a nationally recognised qualification that can be used as a pathway to higher education. Enquire now for enrolment options and intake dates.
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Common questions
How much do Account Directors earn?
In Australia, a full time Account Director generally earns $2,500 per week ($130,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience and technical expertise you can expect a higher salary than people who are new in the role.
What are the job opportunities for Account Directors?
There are no clear figures on Account Directors in Australia at this time. Account Directors are employed by larger organisations in all industry groups and employment sectors — but a large percentage are hired in the retail, manufacturing, IT and service industries.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Account Director?
Account Directors are often degree qualified but you can get started with the Diploma of Marketing and Communication. A Certificate IV or Diploma in sales, retail, or manufacturing might also be helpful. These courses take 12-24 months to complete.
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Account Directors manage relationships between the organisation and their key clients. They are skilled negotiators and have a background in sales and marketing.
As a Account Director you might be pitching a new product to a regular client, carrying out market research to identify prospects, resolving an ordering issue, meeting with the sales team to discuss monthly targets, or submitting a regional sales report to the General Manager.
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