Adapt and innovate in the changing business world.
The Certificate IV in Business has been designed to prepare you for the adaptability and innovation required to succeed in a post-COVID world. In response to industry needs, this course focuses on transferrable skills in reading, writing and communication, as well as operating efficiently in a digital environment.
This course covers digital communication and report-writing, operational planning and problem-solving, business networking, self-management, leadership and workplace health and safety, depending on the elective units you select.
If you are completing this course as part of a traineeship, you will put your skills into practice in the workplace while learning. Those without a workplace will learn within a simulated virtual online environment.
As a general student, you will undertake three hours of tutorial sessions per week, along with weekly prescribed study totaling 480 hours.
As a trainee, you will undertake 70 hours of tutorial sessions, 8 hours of site visits, 200 hours of on-the-job training under an allocated mentor, and 200 hours of prescribed study.
Depending on the elective units you select, you will gain skills in:
- Digital communication and report writing
- Operational planning and problem-solving
- Business networking
- Self-management and leadership
- Workplace health and safety
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You are already working in a business environment and wish to take on a higher level of responsibility
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You seek work in an administrative, project or customer service level role that required well-developed business and communication skills
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You have been on extended leave from the workplace
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You have completed a Certificate II in Business or a Certificate II in Workplace Skills qualification and are looking to further your skills and knowledge
This qualification is directly aligned with priority industry areas where jobs are today, and into the future. As part of the state government Lower fees, local skills initiative, from 1 January 2020 through to 31 December 2025 you'll only pay half the tuition fees (plus resource fee) capped at $1,200; or $400 if you're aged 15—24 or eligible for a concession. For full details see our Half price courses page.
^ You will pay half price for the course fees on the Lower fees, local skills courses, however other fees may apply such as for resources that are specifically needed for your training.
Not all units and study modes are offered at all campuses. Please check with your local campus.
You are expected to have a satisfactory level of literacy, language and numeracy skills, including basic business writing skills, in order to enrol in this course.
Core
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|
| BSBWHS411 | Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs |
| BSBWRT411 | Write complex documents |
| BSBXCM401 | Apply communication strategies in the workplace |
| BSBTEC404 | Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment |
| BSBTWK401 | Build and maintain business relationships |
| BSBCRT411 | Apply critical thinking to work practices |
Elective
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|
| BSBPEF402 | Develop personal work priorities |
| BSBPEF401 | Manage personal health and wellbeing |
| BSBHRM415 | Coordinate recruitment and onboarding |
| BSBHRM416 | Process payroll |
| BSBMKG433 | Undertake marketing activities |
| BSBSTR401 | Promote innovation in team environments |
This qualification prepares you for roles such as:
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Business administrator
Job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.
For more information about job and career pathways, visit JobOutlook(opens in a new tab) or Jobs and Skills WA(opens in a new tab) .
On Campus / Online / Traineeship
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Tuition fee* |
Resource fee |
Total fee |
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General |
$842.40 |
$107.95 |
$950.35 |
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Concession |
$249.60 |
$107.95 |
$357.55 |
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2023
- A selection of elective units designed to meet local industry demand for skills (different unit selections will attract different fees)
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit DTWD website
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you choose to study or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.
Delivery locations and study options
Online
| Duration | 12 months |
| When | Date: 2023 |
| Where |
Broome Campus Derby Campus Fitzroy Crossing Campus Halls Creek Campus Karratha Campus Kununurra Campus Minurmarghali Mia Campus Newman Campus Pundulmurra Campus Tom Price Campus Wyndham Campus |
Traineeship
| Duration | 12 months |
| When | Date: 2023 |
| Where |
Broome Campus Derby Campus Fitzroy Crossing Campus Halls Creek Campus Karratha Campus Kununurra Campus Minurmarghali Mia Campus Newman Campus Pundulmurra Campus Tom Price Campus Wyndham Campus |