Course Brochure – BSB50120 Diploma of Business

(CRICOS Course Code: 107298K)

 Total Course Fee: AUD 12,500

Tuition Fee: AUD 12,000

Material Fee: AUD 250

Application Fee: AUD 250 (non-refundable)

(Application fee is non-refundable under all circumstances. Please refer to Pakenham Institute’s refund policy and procedure for further details)

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BSB50120 Diploma of Business

This qualification reflects the role of individuals in a variety of Business Services job roles. These individuals may have frontline management accountabilities.

Individuals in these roles carry out moderately complex tasks in a specialist field of expertise that requires business operations 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.

 Course Entry Requirements:

There is no pre-requisites or specific entry requirement for this qualification. This course is available to all international students and Pakenham Institute requires that students are able to provide evidence that they:

• Have demonstrated an IELTS level at score of least 5.5 or equivalent (test results must be no more than 2 years old) or demonstration of successful completion of at least General English at Upper Intermediate or English for Academic Purposes Upper Intermediate level.
• Have a suitable level of language, literacy and numeracy to complete course requirements with or without additional support that Pakenham Institute is able to provide.
• Have successfully completed Australian year 12 or equivalent.
• Are at least at age of 18 on the date of course commencement.
• Please Note: All the students commencing this course are required to complete LLN test on the orientation day to assist Pakenham Institute to identify student’s needs for additional support during their study with Pakenham Institute.

Additional entry requirements:

• Student must have access to working PC or laptop with a configuration suitable to meet study requirements. Please seek your trainer/assessor assistance in this regard.
• Student must have access to working internet.
• Student must be able to attend scheduled theory classes and classes to be conducted in simulated environment (if schedule during Covid-19 is varied from original schedule).
• Student must have sound digital literacy.
• Where classroom visit is required to conduct the assessments in the compliant way and in accordance with Standard 1.8 of SRTO 2015, Pakenham Institute would not be allowing more than 4 learners (or one group, whichever is less) in the class ensuring 4 sqm social distancing is maintained.

During COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak, Pakenham Institute will use a flexible delivery mode for training and assessment, providing training package requirements allow for this. We would ensure that all regulatory requirements are met with as little disruptions possible. As circumstances change and restrictions are eased, these temporary arrangements will be reviewed, and enrolled students will be notified accordingly. Pakenham Institute aims to review any changes in circumstances before commencement of each term so that it has least possible impact on students and course delivery.

Pakenham Institute will seek student’s consent of online delivery and assessment (where possible) prior to their enrolment during this Covid-19 outbreak.

For further details, please refer to the International Student Handbook on: {Insert website link here}

Once students have successfully completed BSB50120 Diploma of Business, they can apply for various roles across management positions that have responsibility for the work of other staff and lead teams.

 The further study pathways available to students who undertake this qualification include:

• BSB60120 Advanced Diploma of Business
• Other Diplomas, Advanced Diplomas or Degree programs in related fields such as Business and Management, subject to meeting entry requirements of the intended qualification.

Course Structure:

A total of 12 Units (5 Core and 7 electives) must be completed and deemed competent to achieve the qualification BSB50120 Diploma of Business. Participants who achieve competency in any unit/s will receive a Statement of Attainment (provided USI is verified) for that unit/s without completing all 12 units in the qualification. Students completing all the required units of competency will attain full qualification.

Assessment Methodology

Assessment methods used for this qualification are varied and will provide a range of ways for individuals to demonstrate that they have met the required outcomes. Assessment methods may include:

• Written questions
• Projects
• Presentations
• Report writing
• Role plays/observations

At the beginning of each unit, your trainer and assessor will outline the assessment tasks that must be completed.

Facilities and Resources

Your classes will be conducted in modern classrooms and you will be able to access Wi-Fi. There are also areas for you to relax, as well as conduct additional study. 

You will be provided with a Student Guide relevant to each unit in your course. Recommended textbooks are also available onsite for you to use and borrow if you wish. You may also purchase these textbooks if you require.

The recommended textbook for this course is:

Management Theory and Practice, 7^th Edition, Cole, Cengage Learning, 2016

For more details including relevant policies and procedures, refund conditions and privacy statement, please refer to the International Student Handbook on: {Insert website link here}.

Further Information

For all further details including relevant policies and procedures, refund conditions and privacy statement, please refer to International Student Handbook on {Insert website link here}. You are also encouraged to visit www.pakenham.edu.au for other important information related to international students including Covid-19, living cost, life and study in Melbourne, etc.

Please contact the Administration Manager at admission@pakenham.edu.au or at +61 0432 197 654 for further information.