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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 25 courses available for people who want to become a Small Business Owner. These are the top 5 most popular courses.
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The BSB50120 Diploma of Business is for business leaders and unit managers needing a hands-one qualification that supports their actual job role. This nationally recognised diploma builds on your existing skills and allows you to specialise in one of nine different areas — operations, leadership, organisational development, compliance, sales, digital and data, procurement, records and information management, or evaluation. You’ll graduate with greatly improved confidence, critical thinking and communication skills. Enquire now for the unit list in each of the nine specialisation areas and upcoming enrolment opportunities. Learn more.
Are you about to start your own business and need specific skills to create a business and financial plan then launch your startup to the market? The Certificate IV In New Small Business BSB42618 teaches you how to establish the legal and risk management requirements of your small business or startup; undertake marketing activities; then build a business network of lasting relationships with employees, suppliers, freelancers, and contract workers. Enquire now for a full course schedule. 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.
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.
The Diploma of Business is suitable for managers, supervisors and small business owners requiring the knowledge to plan, establish and operate a successful business. Students will gain skills in project management; recruiting, selecting and inducting staff as well as marketing. 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
Entrepreneur
$1,150 weekly pay
Franchisee
$1,550 weekly pay
Independent Contractor
Small Business Owner
$1,450 weekly pay
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