BSB50120 - Diploma of Business

Course Summary

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.

Requirements - To Be Eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry 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.

VET Student Loan Information

VET Student Loans may be available for eligible students in approved Diploma level qualifications. The loan can be used towards Tuition Fees only and does not cover additional expenses such as textbooks, uniforms, equipment, travel, tools, and accommodation or general living expenses. Loan limits or caps may apply for some eligible courses and where a loan limit is reached for a course, students may be required to pay upfront for any remaining units.

For more information or to check your eligibility for a VET Student Loan, please visit our VET Student Loans webpage or contact us .

Course Details

Admission Codes

Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations

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.