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Small Businesses in Australia have under 20 staff, but more than 75% have less than 4 employees. These are known as micro-businesses. Small businesses operate in every Australian industry and employment sector — retail, hospitality, manufacturing, and professional services being some of the most common.
Most Small Business Owners have a heavy workload (at least in the first 5-8 years of business) managing daily operations, marketing, sales and production output. At the same time they oversee administration, HR and recruitment, safety, and compliance.
There are 20 courses available for people who want to become a Small Business Owner. These are the top 5 most popular courses.
Possible job outcomes:
If you need business skills to launch your startup or open a new business try the BSB40320 Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business. This nationally recognised qualification will help you develop a business plan and establish the level of risk management, compliance and financing required to get your business off the ground. The course covers: financial planning, marketing new business ventures, recruitment and onboarding, product promotion, customer service strategies. Enquire now for the list of graduation competencies, entry requirements, and enrolment centres near you. Learn more.
Need a business diploma that refines your skills in marketing, sales, and client relationships? Try the BSB50120 Diploma of Business (Business Development). This nationally recognised diploma will teach you how to evaluate market opportunities, lead communication in the workplace, manage business resources, manage budgets and financial plans, forecast international market and business needs, and much more. Enquire now for the list of study units, entry requirements, and upcoming enrolment dates. Learn more.
The Dual Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business & Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication offers a dynamic blend of knowledge and skills necessary for success in the competitive business world. This program empowers students to master the art of starting and managing new ventures while gaining expertise in strategic marketing and effective communication techniques to drive business growth and build strong brands. Learn more.
Are you looking to start your own business — or assist in the development of a larger startup? You need the BSB30220 Certificate III in Entrepreneurship and New Business. This nationally recognised qualification will help you investigate new business opportunities, organise finances, and develop a working business plan. You’ll also learn the critical compliance requirements of new business ventures in Australia, and graduate with an arsenal of administration skills. Enquire now for the list of study units, enrolment dates, and training centres near you. Learn more.
The BSB50120 Diploma of Business (Operations) is for anyone in a business service role and requires hands-on operational skills. This nationally recognised training course will teach you how to manage budgets, financial plans, financial compliance, payroll, business resources, recruitment and onboarding, records and administrative systems. You’ll also gain management level skills in critical thinking, leadership, communication. Enquire now for the full list of study units, entry requirements and enrolment centres near you. Learn more.
As a Small Business Owner you’ll pay yourself a salary from the business profits. Salaries vary according to industry and business profitability, but $1,450 per week ($75,400 annual salary) before tax is a realistic wage for Small Business Owners at this time.
There are approximately 2.3 million small businesses operating in Australia right now — across all industries and employment sectors.
Source: Australian Small Business Ombudsman 2019
Get started as a Small Business Owner with the Certificate IV in Small Business Management, the Certificate IV in New Small Business or the Diploma of Business (Entrepreneurs and Startups). These courses take 6-12 months to complete and will help you develop a business, finance, and marketing plan for your business. Apart from skills and training, you’ll also need working capital and finance to buy an existing business, or get your startup off the ground.
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Here are some potential career pathways within small business. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Small Business
Cafe or Restaurant Manager
$1,250 weekly pay
Creative Entrepreneur
Entrepreneur
$1,150 weekly pay
Franchisee
$1,550 weekly pay
Independent Contractor
Small Business Owner
$1,450 weekly pay
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