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Build Business Administration Skills for the Modern Office

An industry-recognised Certificate of Achievement covering the core skills Australian offices rely on, from office coordination to bookkeeping and HR basics.

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What You Get

Everything That Comes With This Course

Industry-Accredited Certificate of Achievement

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.

Unlimited Tutor Support

Students have unlimited access to tutor support via phone and email during business hours throughout their enrolment.

100% Online, Self-Paced Study

Study completely online at your own pace, fitting learning around work, family, and daily life. No exams required.

Career Centre and CV Support

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.

Career Success Bundle (Upgrade Option)

Optional upgrade providing expert career coaching, a personalised career plan, LinkedIn profile review, and proven job search strategies.

SEEK Pass Verified Credential

Graduates can verify their qualification through SEEK Pass and share it directly on their SEEK profile to stand out to employers.

Free E-Books Included

Course includes five free e-books covering HR management, employment relations, human resources guide, practical accounting, bookkeeping, and GST in an Australian context.

Free 12-Month AIOP Membership

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.

Xero Advisor Certification

Students gain access to the official Xero Advisor Certification as part of the course through The Career Academy's partnership with Xero.

~400 hours of study with 18 months of flexible access
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 Administration OfficerExecutive AssistantOffice Services CoordinatorBusiness Support ExecutiveRecords and Data OfficerOperations Support SpecialistClient Relations CoordinatorTeam AdministratorBusiness Process CoordinatorPractice Administrator

No specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed.

What You'll Learn

The 16 Modules Inside The Course

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

16Total Units
16Core Units

Core Units

Effective Business Communication
Office Organisation and Procedures
Time Management, Ethics and Professionalism
Introduction to Microsoft Word
Using Microsoft Excel
Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint
Workplace Health and Safety
Fundamentals of Payroll

 

Managing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Cash Management
Accounting with MYOB Business Essentials
Accounting with Xero
Communication (Advanced Certificate)
Customer Relations (Advanced Certificate)
Workplace Practices (Advanced Certificate)
Financial Data (Advanced Certificate)
Project Management (Advanced Certificate)
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/week. 10-day money back guarantee. Page also references 'from only $29 per week' in some sections, $15/week is the advertised plan rate.

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Before You Ask

Questions People Ask First

What credential do I earn, and is it officially recognised?

Graduates receive a Certificate of Achievement accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, verifiable through SEEK Pass and shareable directly on a SEEK profile. This is a professional development credential, it is not a government-accredited or AQF qualification. It is designed to build practical, job-ready skills recognised by industry bodies and valued by employers.

Are there any entry requirements?

This course is designed to be accessible to a wide range of students, including those new to administration. Specific entry requirements may vary, so submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm whether any prerequisites apply to your situation.

How long does the course take, and how is it structured?

Students have 18 months of access to complete approximately 400 hours of study. The course is fully self-paced, so you can fit study around work, family, and other commitments. There are no exams, assessment is coursework-based throughout.

How is the course delivered, and what support is available?

The course is 100% online and self-paced, with no fixed class times. Students have unlimited access to tutor support via phone and email during business hours for the duration of their enrolment.

Is there any work placement involved?

This course does not include a work placement component. Practical skills are developed through coursework, software access (Xero and MYOB), and real-world case studies built into the course content.

What does the course cost, and are payment plans available?

A weekly payment plan may be available to help manage the cost of enrolment. Submit a Get Course enquiry for current pricing and payment options.

About This Course

What This Course Is Really About

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.

The College Behind It

Delivered By A Registered Training Organisation

TC
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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