An industry-recognised Certificate of Achievement covering the core skills Australian offices rely on, from office coordination to bookkeeping and HR basics.
An industry-recognised Certificate of Achievement covering the core skills Australian offices rely on, from office coordination to bookkeeping and HR basics.
Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.
Possible career directions only; no specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed. Where you go depends on your experience, the employer and your location.
Topic 1Effective Business CommunicationTopic 2Office Organisation and ProceduresTopic 3Time Management, Ethics and ProfessionalismTopic 4Introduction to Microsoft WordTopic 5Using Microsoft ExcelTopic 6Introduction to Microsoft PowerPointTopic 7Workplace Health and SafetyTopic 8Fundamentals of PayrollTopic 9Managing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Cash ManagementTopic 10Accounting with MYOB Business EssentialsTopic 11Accounting with XeroTopic 12Communication (Advanced Certificate)Topic 13Customer Relations (Advanced Certificate)Topic 14Workplace Practices (Advanced Certificate)Topic 15Financial Data (Advanced Certificate)Topic 16Project Management (Advanced Certificate)What you’ll typically need to get started.
Requirements can vary by intake and pathway, so submit an enquiry to confirm what applies to you.
Upon completion, students receive a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy, accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office. The qualification can be verified via SEEK Pass.
Students have unlimited access to tutor support via phone and email during business hours throughout their enrolment.
Study completely online at your own pace, fitting learning around work, family, and daily life. No exams required.
Instant access to the Career Centre upon enrolment, including CV templates, a free personalised CV review, job tips, interview preparation resources, and job opportunity listings.
Optional upgrade providing expert career coaching, a personalised career plan, LinkedIn profile review, and proven job search strategies.
Graduates can verify their qualification through SEEK Pass and share it directly on their SEEK profile to stand out to employers.
Course includes five free e-books covering HR management, employment relations, human resources guide, practical accounting, bookkeeping, and GST in an Australian context.
Receive a free 12-month membership to the Australian Institute of Office Professionals upon completion, including access to discounted networking events and professional development resources.
Students receive six months of complimentary access to MYOB Business Essentials software…
The Career Academy is an online education provider helping 25,000+ students each year. They offer 100% online, self-paced courses with a 10-day money back guarantee, flexible payment plans (e.g. $25 per week), and unlimited 24/7 support via email and phone. Courses are industry-accredited and cover areas including psychology and counselling, medical reception, bookkeeping, dog grooming, and more. Student stories highlight career changers and upskilling across diverse industries.
A few simple steps from enquiry to your first day.
Dedicated career services to help graduates move into work.
Ongoing support throughout your studies, including post-placement support.
This Administration Pathway is delivered by The Career Academy and covers the end-to-end skills a business administration professional needs. Students work through office coordination, records management, HR fundamentals, bookkeeping, GST, and client relations, all in an Australian workplace context.
The course suits career changers, re-entrants to the workforce, and current administrators looking to formalise their skills. With roughly 400 hours of study and 18 months of access, there is time to fit learning around work and family commitments. No exams are required, assessment is entirely coursework-based.
Practical tools are built in: students gain access to Xero Advisor Certification and six months of free MYOB software, giving hands-on experience with the two platforms most commonly used in Australian offices. Five e-books covering HR, accounting, bookkeeping, and GST are included alongside unlimited tutor support during business hours.
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Last updated: July 2026