COURSE SUMMARY
Our nationally recognised BSB50120 Diploma of Business provides students in Years 11 and 12 with an opportunity to fast-track their university pathways and business careers.
The Diploma of Business will provide you with an ATAR equivalency of approximately 84-86, 8 QCE points, and up to 8 credits at James Cook University or Central Queensland University towards a Bachelor of Business.
Students can study online or attend classes on Wednesday and Thursday engaging with like-minded students from a number of schools. Throughout the program, there are a variety of excisions and guest speakers and students participate in a JCU Mentoring Program.
Schools that wish to discuss an in-house program are encouraged to arrange a consultation with one of our VET IN SCHOOLS Consultants.
It provides a wide range of real practical skills that are immediately transferable in the workplace.
See what Cooper and his mum Bec have to say about how they found the Diploma of Business.
COURSE DETAILS
WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
Personal and Professional Development
1 Assessment
| CODE | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| BSBPEF501 | Manage personal work priorities and professional development |
| BSBPEF502 | Develop and use emotional intelligence |
Effective Communication
1 Assessment
| CODE | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| BSBXCM501 | Lead communication in the workplace |
| BSBTWK503 | Manage Meetings |
Business Operations
3 Assessments
| CODE | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| BSBSUS511 | Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability |
| BSBSTR503 | Develop organisational policy |
| BSBOPS501 | Manage business resources |
| BSBFIN501 | Manage budgets and financial plans |
Entrepreneurship
1 Assessment
| CODE | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| BSBMKG541 | Identify and evaluate marketing opportunities |
| SIRXMGT005 | Lead the development of business opportunities |
Leadership
1 Assessment
| CODE | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| BSBCRT511 | Develop critical thinking in others |
| BSBTWK502 | Manage team effectiveness |
Delivery
Classroom 12 Month Year 11 or 12 Wednesdays or Thursdays 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm Term 1 and Term 3 commencements. Plus voluntary tutorial days
Our Student Learning System provides support resources that you can use to work independently through your studies knowing that you have access to coaching and mentoring from our trainers.
"For all units of study, you receive quality learner handouts, exercises, templates, videos, articles, and supplementary resources to reinforce and cement the principles of the units. Students are also encouraged to purchase textbooks.
Awards
We recognise excellence with Business Excellence , Business Encouragement and Merit Awards.
Course Costs
Flexible payment options, competitive pricing for quality education and no HEC’s debts or loans to pay off following your qualification.
Some qualifications also require a textbook.
Qualification Costs
| Course | Cost | Enrolment Fee (Inc) |
|---|---|---|
| Diploma | $4950 | $1000 |
| - In schools | $4,200 (in schools) | $1000 |
| - Online Only | $3850.00 (Self-Study Online Learning, 2 Attempts per Unit of Competency, Coaching Available Through Purchase Only) | $1000 |
| Certificate IV Fee for Service | $3950 | $1000 |
| Higher Skills ** | Concessional- $300 Non Concessional- $500 | $500/ $300 |
| Certificate III Fee for Service | $2950 | $1000 |
| User Choice ** | $500 (Employer contribution fee) | $500 |
| Certificate 3 Guarantee ** | Concessional- $300 Non Concessional- $500 | $500/$300 |
| RPL/ Credit | RPL $2,500 /pro rata per unit Credit $50 per unit | $500 |
| ** Queensland Government Funded- eligibility criteria apply. To find out your eligibility follow this link |
Materials
For all units of study, you receive quality learner handouts, exercises, templates, videos, articles, and supplementary resources to reinforce and cement the principles of the units. Students are also encouraged to purchase textbooks via our textbook list portal to Booktopia (https://www.learningpartnerships.edu.au/text-book-list-for-2021/) or to be sourced independently.
Pathways
You can combine this qualification into a Double Diploma with Project Management or Leadership and Management. This course also provides credits to university degrees. Contact Us for more information.
HOW TO APPLY
Click the button to be taken to our online application form or contact us to find out more.
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
At Learning Partnerships, we believe that it is important to Invest in yourself and your team to develop skills and qualifications. However, we also realise that it needs to be sustainable. That’s why we work hard to provide affordable value for money qualifications and education and a variety of payment options.
Your investment in your education and personal development is an important one and one which we take seriously.
Please ensure that you take the time before enrolment to read through the relevant information about your course and also the details of our study and support options. Please note we do not take refunds for change of mind but can assist you in adjusting your course to suit should you need.
Our full refunds and transfers policy can be found in the Student Handbook.
Payment Options
Payment Schedule
Under $1200 – payment is required upfront. We can discuss this for special circumstances.
Courses over $1200
- $500 non-refundable enrolment fee
- Equal quarterly payments over the duration of your qualification (can be paid monthly)
- Corporate Training – payment on purchase order and invoice. We can discuss this for special circumstances.
Extended Payments
Extend the payment of your qualification across a longer duration using a personal loan (Full cost qualifications and does not include TAE40116)
Bank of Queensland provides personal loans at very competitive rates which can be used to invest in your qualifications. For more information contact the branch directly on 07 4760 1000.
Extensions
All students receive a complimentary two-month extension. Further extensions incur the following costs. Extensions can be processed here.
- 6 month extension- $600
- 12-month extension – $1000
Hard Copy Materials
All students receive as part of their course electronic Learner Guides, Powerpoint and supplementary resources. If you would prefer a bound colour hard copy we can provide you with a custom hard copy of all of your qualification materials for all units. Requests for hard copy materials can be processed here.
- Single Qualification $150 + postage 20
- Double Qualification $200 + postage 30
- Triple Qualification $250 + postage 50
** Note Diploma of Project Management requires a textbook in addition to this of $95 hard copy or $45 electronic
Duplicate Qualifications
All students receive an electronic and hard copy of their Qualification and Transcript on Graduation. If you lose these qualifications the following costs apply. Orders for duplicate qualifications can be processed here.
- Electronic Qualification and Transcript – FREE
- Hard copy Qualification and Transcript $50 includes postage and handling.
Refunds and Cancellations
Please refer to our policies on refunds, cancellations and extensions in our Learner Handbook. If you have any questions or would like further clarification, please contact our Student Administration on 47 281 555
Resources
All additional resources required for courses can be found in our online shop.