BSB50120 - Diploma of Business

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Duration
Please refer to Course Structure below.
Location
Online
Next intake
August, 2025
Study mode
Online
Total units
12
This course is included in the Australian Government’s VET Student Loan (VSL) program, assisting eligible students pay tuition fees. Please see Fees & Scholarships and select VET Student Loan (VSL) below for more information.
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Overview

Want to make your mark in the business world? Whether you already have experience or whether you’d like to improve your theoretical knowledge for a business career and beyond, this course will help develop your abilities and provide you with a course that can create further employment and educational opportunities.

Want to make your mark in the business world? Whether you already have experience or whether you’d like to improve your theoretical knowledge for a business career and beyond, this course will help develop your abilities and provide you with a course that can create further employment and educational opportunities.

The Diploma of Business reflects the role of individuals in a variety of Business Services job roles. These individuals may have front-line management accountabilities.

Individuals in these roles carry out moderately complex tasks in a specialist field of expertise that requires business operation skills. They may possess substantial experience in a range of settings, but seek to further develop their skills across a wide range of business functions.

This is a nationally recognised accredited course.



This is a nationally recognised course.

QUALITY EDUCATION, WHEREVER YOU ARE
Between our reputation for learning, teaching and research, our renowned online education offering, and our status as Australia’s largest regional university, rest assured you will get a world-class education when you choose CQUniversity.

A UNI THAT KNOWS CREDIBILITY IS KEY
In just 25 years, CQUniversity has achieved some amazing feats and emerged as one of Australia’s truly great universities. We have been ranked among the best in the world for our teaching and learning, and are internationally recognised for our focus on Social Innovation. Our graduates are some of the most sought-after in Australia, due to our reputation for work integrated learning and industry-aligned courses, and experience some of the nation’s best graduate outcomes in terms of full-time employment and starting salary. CQUni is also regarded as the nation’s most inclusive and engaged university, with our award-winning academic and research staff making a real impact on the communities and industries we serve.

A UNI THAT LEADS IN ONLINE EDUCATION
A pioneer in online study, CQUniversity has more than two decades of experience providing high quality online learning experiences across the country and even internationally. We work hard to deliver the latest techniques in online study, and have even planned our physical sites to provide more services to our widespread online study cohort.

A UNI THAT KNOWS CONVENIENCE COUNTS
CQUniversity is truly focused on our students’ needs, and that means responding to what, how and where they want to study. It is why we are now Australia’s largest regional university, with more than 20 metropolitan and regional locations across five states, delivering TAFE and university qualifications in on-campus, online and supported online modes to more than 30 000 students.

A UNI THAT KNOWS YOUR EXPERIENCE MATTERS
CQUniversity’s strong focus on student experience ensures that you are prepared and supported on your student journey. Support services include on-campus or online orientation to assist your transition into university life, course and career advice, financial support options, study support, ongoing assistance through the Student Mentor program, counselling services, support for students with disability or medical conditions, Indigenous student support and more.

Study Experience

  • Study Now, Pay Later
  • Flexible Online Study
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    I chose CQUni because I had a great experience when I completed my first diploma that's why I continued with business. Studying TAFE online is really convenient. I find that you have a lot of flexibility and you can take it with you anywhere you like.

    Jozanna Brown

    Diploma of Business

Career Opportunities

The achievement of this qualification requires you to complete 5 core and 7 elective units. Upon successful completion, students will receive a Diploma of Business. 

Career opportunities: Executive Officer, Office Manager, Business Sales Team Leader, Administrator, Corporate Services Manager, Team Leader, Unit Leader, Administration Manager and Program Coordinator. 

Pathways: Students who complete the BSB50120 Diploma of Business will be eligible for direct entry into CL86 Bachelor of Business at CQUniversity. Students may receive credit toward CL86 for units completed in BSB50120. 

Exit Points: Students who exit this course at any time prior to completion will receive a statement of attainment for those units of competency they have successfully achieved. 

Structure & Availability

Online Course

Duration:

Online self-directed: 12 - 24 Months

Part-time: One (1) unit per 10 week study period

To ensure you can manage your study load, we recommend limiting your workload to no more than one (1) unit per study period. Some students may progress at a faster rate based on their experience, knowledge, and skills, as they would be able to apply the actual context of workplace experience to their assessments.

 


To learn more about the course structure for this course, please visit the handbook.

Online Course

IntakeLocations
February, 2025Online
March, 2025Online
April, 2025Online
May, 2025Online
June, 2025Online
July, 2025Online
August, 2025Online
September, 2025Online
October, 2025Online
November, 2025Online
December, 2025Online

This course has no residential schools.

Requirements

Completion of the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy, numeracy and digital literacy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher level course.

What is the purpose of bksb?  

The bksb is an approved online review tool that will give the student a level for their English (literacy) and Maths (numeracy) levels, and can also help to identify any skill gaps or areas that the student might need additional support in.

There are no other entry requirements for this course, however, completion of a Certificate IV in Business, or another relevant qualification, and/or experience in a range of work environments in the business industry is desirable.

Fees & Scholarships

This course is included in the Australian Government’s VET Student Loan (VSL) program, assisting eligible students pay tuition fees. Refer to the VET Student Loan webpage for more information, eligibility and census date calendar. A VET student loan gives rise to a VETSL debt that continues to be a debt due to the Commonwealth until it is repaid.

At CQUniversity, we believe that studying should be for everyone. No matter your situation, we know that everyone needs a helping hand from time to time, and we are proud to offer scholarships, bursaries and stipends.

Our scholarships could help you pay for things like relocation, living on campus, laptops and technology, childcare, study and living expenses, travel and more

How to Apply

How to Apply

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Your Application Options

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    Check you meet the course requirements
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    Get a Unique Student Identifier

Start Your Application

Our easy-to-use online application system will guide you through the process of applying for a TAFE course. If you need help along the way with your application, talk with one of our Student Advice team members by calling 13 27 86.

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