Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Courses
Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) lead large businesses, ensuring profitability and compliance while delegating tasks and planning strategies.
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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 Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Get qualified to work as a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
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From $58,200
The Bachelor of Applied Entrepreneurship is for business leaders who want to learn how new businesses and start-ups succeed. This course will teach you how to identify legitimate business opportunities, devise and test innovative business models and gain knowledge of the ‘triple bottom line’ of business while applying the latest marketing trends and technologies. You'll also have the opportunity to engage with the local start-up landscape through incubators, accelerators and investors.
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From $58,200
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Estimated fee
From $21,096
Duration
12 months - 23 months
The Executive Master of Business Administration caters to experienced professionals, aspiring change makers, innovators, start-up founders, and indigenous leaders. Aimed at enhancing strategic leadership and innovation management skills, it equips individuals to tackle complex challenges and foster sustainable economic growth. This educational offering encourages a shift from tactical to strategic roles, bolstering professional abilities, networks, and confidence for career advancement. It focuses on appl...
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From $21,096
Duration
12 months - 23 months
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Estimated fee
From $21,120
The Graduate Certificate in Business Administration (Executive) is tailored for seasoned senior managers, aspiring executives, and entrepreneurial individuals keen on advancing their own business ventures. This course accentuates the enhancement of skills necessary to adapt to ever-evolving business landscapes, focusing on best practices during the New Business Venture phase. Students will cultivate innovation, strategic vision, and an authentic leadership approach. This study ensures refined managerial c...
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From $21,120
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BSB80320
Duration
5 weeks - 4 years
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
The BSB80320 Graduate Diploma of Strategic Leadership is for graduate students wanting to improve their personal leadership style and professional competence as they lead organisations. Students complete 8 units with an overall focus on driving the development of high-end strategic plans that serve the vision and mission of their organisation.
Enrolment in this qualification is limited to those with related studies (Diploma and up) plus 2-5 years relevant workplace experience with a significant level of...
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Duration
5 weeks - 4 years
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Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
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How much do CEOs earn?
In Australia, the salary range of a CEO can vary greatly. Many CEOs negotiate their own salary package with bonuses (based on performance) paid in company shares and business equity.

What are the job opportunities for CEOs?
There are currently 30,800 CEOs employed in Australia right now and this job role declined over the last 5 years. CEOs lead large business, government departments and corporate enterprises in all industries and employment sectors.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

How do I become a CEO?
CEOs normally have formal qualifications in their industry or employment sector but they also need C-level skills in business administration, corporate planning and leadership. To expand your employment options and salary range try the Diploma of Leadership and Management, the Advanced Diploma of Business, and the Graduate Diploma of Strategic Leadership. Many CEOs are degree qualified.
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Chief Executive Officers (also known as CEOs) head large businesses and corporate enterprises. They steer the direction of the organisation and report to the Board of Directors.
As a CEO you are responsible for the overall profitability, success and compliance of the organisation, and your daily job role will be spent delegating and planning. You could be developing a strategic plan, overseeing an acquisition or merger, representing your company at a trade conference, or addressing a general staff meeting.