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Build Advanced Business Skills and Earn an Accredited Certificate

Gain practical business expertise across strategy, operations, and commercial analysis, with an ICOES and CPD-accredited Certificate of Achievement.

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What You Get

Everything That Comes With This Course

Industry-Accredited Certificate of Achievement

Upon successfully completing your course, you'll be awarded a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy, accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office.

Unlimited Tutor Support

Access unlimited tutor support via phone and email during business hours throughout your studies.

Career Coaching Included

Receive career coaching including CV help and interview preparation to support your job search.

100% Online, Self-Paced Study

Study entirely online at a time and pace that suits your work, family, and daily life commitments.

Networking with Australian Institute of Office Professionals

Exclusive access to networking events and career development resources through The Career Academy's partnership with the Australian Institute of Office Professionals.

Free E-Books Included

Receive a collection of professional e-books covering HR, employment law, accounting, leadership, business contracts, and more.

Xero Advisor Certification Access

Through The Career Academy's partnership with Xero, students gain access to the official Xero Advisor Certification.

Six Months Free MYOB Access

Students receive six months' access to MYOB accounting software through The Career Academy's official partnership.

No Exams

This course has no exams, ever. Assessment is completed through practical, coursework-based activities.

Skills & Applications

The Skills You'll Build

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.

Business Development OfficerOperations Manager (Entry)Strategy Implementation CoordinatorProcess Improvement SpecialistCommercial AnalystClient Relationship Manager (Business)Business Systems ConsultantChange Management AssistantPerformance Analytics LeadCorporate Services Coordinator

No specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed.

What You'll Learn

The 42 Modules Inside The Course

The modules that make up the course, as published by the provider.

42Total Units
42Core Units

Core Units

Workplace Health and Safety
First Aid and Medical Emergencies
Accounting and Bookkeeping Fundamentals
General Journal
General Ledger & the Trial Balance
Depreciation
Adjusting Entries
Financial Statements
Budgeting, Forecasting, and Cashflow Management
Financial Statement Analysis
Introduction to Leadership
Leadership Qualities
Interpersonal Relationships
Communication Skills
Team Building
Systematic & Lateral Thinking
Management & Organisational Structures
Management Theories & Procedures
Problem Solving & Decision Making
Management Styles & External Influences
Employing People & Interview Skills

 

Staff Management
Ethics and Equity
Human Behaviour
Workplace Communication Skills
Controlling Operations
Recruitment
Staff Training
Work Teams
Positive Discipline
Grievances and Complaints
Monitoring and Reporting
Introduction to Business Computing & the Internet
Introduction to Microsoft Word
Using Microsoft Excel
Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Excel – Advanced
Digital Marketing Fundamentals
Content Creation with AI
Google Advertising
Meta (Facebook & Instagram) Advertising
Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO)
Before You Enquire

Eligibility And The First Steps

How It Starts

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The Money Part

Ways To Pay For It

$15 / week

Payment Plan – $15 per week. Pay weekly, fortnightly or monthly. No deposit, no credit check.

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10-Day Money Back Guarantee

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Before You Ask

Questions People Ask First

What are the entry requirements for this course?

This course is designed to be accessible to a wide range of students, including those entering business study for the first time. No prior formal qualifications are listed as a requirement. Submit an enquiry to confirm any current entry conditions before enrolling.

How much does the course cost and are payment plans available?

A weekly payment plan may be available, making the course more manageable alongside everyday expenses. Full pricing details are not listed here, submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm current pricing and payment options.

How long does the course take to complete?

Students have 12 months of access to complete the course. The total study load is approximately 500 hours, which can be spread across the access period. Because the course is self-paced, students can move faster or slower depending on their schedule.

How is the course delivered and how does assessment work?

There are no exams; all assessment is completed through practical, coursework-based activities. Unlimited tutor support is available via phone and email during business hours.

Is there any work placement required?

No work placement is required for this course. All learning and assessment takes place online. Students looking to gain practical exposure alongside their studies may wish to explore relevant volunteer or entry-level work independently.

Is this course accredited or nationally recognised?

On successful completion, students are awarded a Certificate of Achievement accredited by ICOES (International Council for Online Educational Standards) and the CPD Standards Office, along with CPD Points. This course is not a government-accredited qualification on the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). It is professional development training that carries genuine, internationally recognised endorsement.

About This Course

What This Course Is Really About

This Advanced Certificate in Business, delivered by The Career Academy, covers core disciplines including business strategy, operations, process improvement, commercial analysis, and client relationship management. Students work through approximately 500 hours of content at their own pace, entirely online.

The course suits working professionals looking to formalise their business knowledge, as well as career changers building a foundation in corporate operations and management. There are no exams, all assessment is coursework-based, so learning stays practical and applied.

Students also gain access to the Xero Advisor Certification and six months of free MYOB software, adding job-ready accounting credentials alongside the business qualification. Unlimited tutor support via phone and email is available throughout the 12 months of course access.

The College Behind It

Delivered By A Registered Training Organisation

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The Career Academy
In-house career services: job search, resume and interview preparation
24/7 support via email and phone
AATInternational Association of BookkeepersICOESInternational Approval and Registration Centre
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