The Certificate IV in Small Business Management BSB40401
The Certificate IV in Small Business Management is a practical, hands-on and relevant program giving you the skills and information to manage and market a successful small business. It focuses on the skills required to cope with increasingly competitive business situations in these tough economic times and provides training in business planning, marketing, financial management, customer service and the legal requirements necessary to manage their businesses successfully.
This course is especially geared towards those who already operate or are intending to operate a small business. It is also useful for senior employees, primary producers, trade professionals, bookkeepers, and anyone else who needs to learn entrepreneurial skills.
This course is delivered by The Next Step Business Roundtable Program, specialists in coaching and training small business owners and their teams, in association with the Diamond Valley Learning Centre.
What will you achieve from this course?
When you have completed this course, you will be able to:
- Comply with business legal and administrative requirements
- Research and develop business plans
- Manage your team of employees
- Promote your products and services
- Administer your financial accounts
- Monitor, manage and review operational procedures
What are the benefits of this program?
- Direct workplace application
- Workbook and additional tools
- Mentoring support from the facilitators
- One site visit by a business coach
- Training content is relevant to any industry
Who is eligible to do this program?
t is assumed that students have access to a small business, a designated business unit or have a clear idea of a potential business opportunity to enable completion of practical activities.
There are no formal entry requirements to this program. However, it is usual for impending students to own or have ready access to a computer and a willingness to learn. It would be advantageous if you have competed Year 10 at school with sound literacy and numeracy skills. If you wish to discuss this matter further feel free to contact one of our course advisers.
How is the course structured?
To gain the Certificate IV in Small Business Management you are required to complete 10 units of competency including 7 core units and 3 electives.
Each module is available as an independent study unit. Therefore you can enrol for one or more modules to meet your immediate business needs.
If you feel that you already have the skills and knowledge in any of these units as a result of work experience or previous study, please talk to the course coordinator about recognition of prior learning (RPL).
What course materials will I need?
Units are supported by comprehensive self-contained learning materials. The fee quoted for each unit includes all essential learning materials.
How long does the course take?
You, the participant, are completely in control of your own learning schedule. The advantage if this course is the flexible learning structure which enables you complete the work by attending classes only once a fortnight, unlike many similar courses which demand excessive face-to-face hours. This enables you to use the rest of your valuable time working on implementing the learnings into your business which is were the real benefit is.
So we have two options available to suit the time you have available to complete the course work.
Option 1
One night a fortnight from 6.00pm to 9.00pm for 20 sessions. This allows you to plenty of flexibility to schedule suitable times to work on the assignments. It is expected that you will need an additional 3-7 hours each fortnight outside the classroom depending on you current experience and the complexity of your business.
Option 2
One night a week from 6.00pm to 9.00pm for 20 sessions. This allows you to complete 2 modules at the same time and finish the course in half the time. This option is only suitable if you want to fast track your training and you have sufficient time to complete the assignments. It is expected that you will need an additional 3-7 hours each week outside the classroom depending on you current experience and the complexity of your business.
How will I be assessed?
We believe that learning should take place within the context of running a small business. Therefore, assessments require students to apply their knowledge and skills to their own business or business idea, or in a simulated business environment using a case study. In this way, the training is directly relevant to your situation and you should see immediate benefit from your studies. There are no exams.
Who are the facilitators?
All our team of qualified facilitators have a wealth of knowledge and hands-on small business experience.
What will the course cover?
All these modules are suitable for existing or new micro and small businesses or a department in a larger organisation.
INTRODUCTION – GETTING YOUR BUSINESS STARTED (elective)
BSBSMB301A Investigate micro business opportunities
This unit covers the investigation and research required to ascertain the opportunities available and the feasibility of a business opportunity/ies. It is suitable for those considering setting up a business.
MODULE 1 – BUSINESS PLANNING (core)
BSBSBM404A Small business planning
This unit covers the research and development of an integrated business plan for achieving business goals and objectives.
MODULE 2 – MARKETING YOUR BUSINESS (core)
BSBSBM403A Market small business
This unit covers the development and implementation of marketing strategies and the monitoring and improvement of market performance.
BSBMKG413A Promote products and services
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to coordinate and review the promotion of an organisation’s products and services.
MODULE 3 – BUSINESS STRUCTURE AND LEGAL REQUIREMENTS (core)
BSBSBM401A Establish legal and risk management
The unit involves identifying and complying with business legal and administrative requirements.
MODULE 4 – CUSTOMER SERVICE (elective)
BSBCUS401A Coordinate implementation of customer service strategies
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to advise on, carry out and evaluate customer service strategies, including the design of improvement strategies based on feedback
MODULE 5 – FINANCE (core)
BSBSBM402A Plan small business finances
This unit involves the development of a financial plan to support business viability.
BSBSBM406A Manage small business finances
This unit involves the implementation, monitoring and review of strategies for the ongoing management of finance. It also includes day-to-day financial management of the business.
BSBFIA402A Report on financial activity
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to report financial activity for business both in response to client requests and to meet statutory requirements such as the completion of statutory requirement reports.
MODULE 6 – OPERATIONS (elective)
BSBSBM405A Monitor and manage small business operations
This unit is concerned with the operation of the business and with implementing the business plan. The strategies involve monitoring, managing and reviewing operational procedures.
MODULE 7– MANAGE A SMALL TEAM (elective)
BSBSBM407A Manage a small team
This unit covers planning and managing staff. It involves industrial relations, staff selection, staff records, induction, training and team development to enhance business operations.
Any of the electives can be substituted with another approved unit related to the course from another certificate offered by the Diamond Valley Learning Centre.
How much will it cost?
1. Pay up front option
$ 2195 (inc GST) when you choose to pay up front for the entire Certificate IV in Small Business Management. This includes a 10% discount off the total cost of the course. It also includes a bonus elective GETTING YOUR BUSINESS STARTED: BSBSMB301A Investigate micro business opportunities at no extra cost to you.
2. Pay as you go option
Introduction GETTING STARTED IN BUSINESS $249 (inc GST)
Module 1 BUSINESS PLANNING $240 (inc GST)
Module 2 MARKETING YOUR BUSINESS $480 (inc GST)
Module 3 BUSINESS STRUCTURE AND LEGAL REQUIREMENTS $240 (inc GST)
Module 4 CUSTOMER SERVICE $240 (inc GST)
Module 5 FINANCE $680 (inc GST)
Module 6 OPERATIONS $240 (inc GST)
Module 7 MANAGE A SMALL TEAM $240 (inc GST)
When does it start?
Information evening Tuesday 17th February, 2009 6.00pm–8.00pm
TIME: Tuesdays 6.00pm–9.00pm (at Diamond Valley Learning Centre)
DATES:
Introduction GETTING STARTED IN BUSINESS (2 sessions on same day)
Saturday 21st February, 2009 or Saturday 4th April, 2009
9.00am – 4.00pm
Module 1 BUSINESS PLANNING (2 sessions a fortnight apart)
Tuesdays 03/03/09 – 17/03/09
Module 2 MARKETING YOUR BUSINESS (4 sessions a fortnight apart)
Tuesdays 10/03/09 – 21/04/09
Module 3 BUSINESS STRUCTURE AND LEGAL REQUIREMENTS (2 sessions a fortnight apart) Tuesdays 31/03/09 – 14/04/09
Module 4 CUSTOMER SERVICE (2 sessions a fortnight apart)
Tuesdays 28/04/09 – 12/05/09
Module 5 FINANCE (6 sessions a fortnight apart)
Tuesdays 05/05/09 – 14/07/09
Module 6 OPERATIONS (2 sessions a fortnight apart)
Tuesdays 26/05/09 – 09/06/09
Module 7 MANAGE A SMALL TEAM (2 sessions a fortnight apart)
Tuesdays 23/06/09 – 07/07/09
What shall I do if I need more information?
Contact The Next Step Business Roundtable Program directly on 9437 9403 for further information or to book to attend the information evening on Tuesday 17th February, 2009 6.00pm–8.00pm
Genius is 1% inspiration and 99% perspiration. Accordingly a genius is often merely a talented person who has done all of his or her homework- Thomas Edison
