This qualification reflects the role of individuals who have senior or managerial responsibilities. They may oversee the work of others or have specialised roles where they do not supervise others but provide strategic leadership.  This qualification is also suited to the needs of individuals who possess significant theoretical business skills and knowledge that they would like to further develop in order to create further educational or employment opportunities. 

Duration

30 weeks (approximately 9 months inclusive of holidays)

Locations

Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney

Start Dates

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Entry Requirements

For direct entry applicants must have successfully completed an Australian Year 11 or an equivalent qualification.
Applicants who do not satisfy direct entry requirements will be assessed individually to assess skills and aptitude to study.

Prerequisites For This Qualification

This qualification is suitable for individuals who have:

• Considerable experience in a range of vocational environments in supervisory/management or technical positions but without a qualification
• BSB50207 Diploma of Business or other relevant qualification/s or
• A need to gain formal recognition of their skills to improve their career pathways within the nominated industry sector

Course Structure

Stage 1     ADBU 001 

Stage 2     ADBU 002

Stage 3     ADBU 003

Course structure and duration may vary from state to state.

Modes of study

This course is delivered in a classroom and if applicable in practical based environment with practical requirements simulated to reflect the real work situation The delivery of training will include a mixture of classroom theory, practical delivery, group discussions, and individual research. 

Delivery Methods 

This course includes a variety of delivery methods including:

• Demonstrations
• Classroom Instructions
• Practical Activity in a Commercial Workplace
• Group Work
• Practical Tasks
• Projects or Case Studies
• Guest speakers
• One-to-one mentoring
• Debates
• Work based research tasks
• Workshops

Assessment

This course includes a variety of assessment methods including:

• Written assessments
• One-on-one examinations
• Written examinations
• Teacher observation
• Project work
• Reflective work journals
• Oral presentations
• Class participation
• Discussions
• Role-plays
• Physical demonstration
• Debates
• Performing practical tasks and
• Student portfolio (including hand-outs, research notes, and readings) 

The Next Step

This course provides an excellent gateway into Carrick's Higher Education Bachelor Degrees:
Bachelor of Accounting
Bachelor of Business (Hospitality and Tourism Management)
Bachelor of Business (IT Networking) 

Careers - where to go from here

Successful completion of these qualifications may enable you to apply for positions wihtin the business sector such as: Management, General Business and Sales. 

Resources and Prescribed

Text
Book list will be issued during Orientation.

Fees and Funding

Carrick Institute of Education is a registered provider for VET FEE-HELP. If you are an Australian citizen or Permanent Humanitarian Visa holder, you may be eligible for Commonwealth assistance through VET FEE-HELP.
 Find out more

For the Fee for Service price, please contact Carrick  study@carrick.edu.au

The costs of text books, kits and materials are the responsibility of students and range from $0 - $1,000.

Information on booklists, kits and materials are issued by request or during Orientation.