Federation University
Certificate III in Business
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification reflects the varied roles of individuals across different industry sectors who apply a broad range of competencies using some discretion, judgment and relevant theoretical knowledge. They may provide technical advice and support to a team.
Learn the skills you will need to start your career in business and administration services. This program will prepare you for a career across the public and private sector, including but not limited to the medical, legal, real estate, accounting, government and hospitality sectors. You will learn the essential skills for operating within any business environment, including the creation and use of databases, how to produce spreadsheets, how to design and produce business documents and desk top publishing. You will also develop your problem solving skills and learn efective team working and customer service skills.
Delivery mode
Federation University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Mount Helen, Ballarat
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Business will prepare you for the following roles.
Administrative Assistant
An Administrative Assistant performs a range of administrative duties for an organisation or business. You might work at the front desk or provide...
Customer Service Officer
Customer Service Officers work at call or contact centres managing small teams and interacting with customers. They often work as an extension of t...
Receptionist
Receptionists take care of the front desk, meeting and greeting customers as well as implementing visitor screening and entry controls. They mainta...
Data Entry Operator
Data Entry Operators input data into spreadsheets, databases, and specialist software programs. They are employed in all industries and work sector...
Office Assistant
Office Assistants (also known as clerks) provide administrative support to a team of professionals. They assist with typing, filing, opening and di...
Administration Officer
Administration Officers are the office all-rounders that fix the photocopier, keep the kitchen well-stocked, and make sales reports and business le...
Enrolment and Admissions Officer
An Enrolment and Admissions Officer assists with the intake of new students at a school, university or training organisation. You might help studen...
Payroll Clerk
A Payroll Clerk processes wage and salary payments for employees in both large and small businesses. You’ll collect information from timesheets or...
Personal Assistant
Personal Assistants (also known as PAs) support managers and professional work teams. They take care of business correspondence, appointments, trav...
Business Support Officer
A Business Support Officer provides corporate administrative assistance within an organisation. You might work for a particular department or be in...
About Federation University
At Federation University, the desire to transform lives and enhance communities informs everything we do. From research that improves people’s lives right around the world, to supporting our students to succeed at their studies and in life – we make a difference.
