Swinburne University of Technology - Melbourne Australia
Future Students - Courses
Course Description:
This course considers the factors and skills required to start or run a successful small business. It also looks at the legal, marketing and financial implications of setting up a small business. The course is suitable for: people planning to set up a small business; anyone in the early stages of running a small business; small businesses ready to expand; department managers in a large business; or employees in a small business.
Course Structure:
To complete the whole qualification, 11 units will need to be completed totaling approximately 425 nominal hours. A range of delivery options are available including part-time day and evening classes, and workshops. You can enrol in single units.
Units of Study:
BSBSMB401A Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business BSBSMB402A Plan small business finances BSBSMB403A Market the small business BSBSMB404A Undertake small business planning BSBCRT501A Originate and develop concepts BSBCUS401A Coordinate implementation of customer service strategies BSBMKG413A Promote product and services BSBMKG414A Undertake marketing activities BSBREL401A Establish networks BSBREL402A Build client relationships and business networks
Career Opportunities:
Job roles and employment opportunities vary across different industry sectors. Example would be a Small Business Manager.
Entry Requirements:
There are no formal entry requirements.
Credit Transfer:
Applicants with appropriate prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of the course may be granted 'credit' and/or entry to the course with 'advanced standing'. Swinburne policies apply and applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. For further information, refer to 'Swinburne Pathways: Credit Transfer Guide at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/corporate/marketing/pathways//
Pathways (articulation):
An advanced credit transfer system, known as the Pathways program, is in place at Swinburne. Through Pathways, students with one or more of a wide range of post-secondary qualifications (both local and international) can gain entry into a course with advanced standing. Certain subject requirements must be met and an acceptable standard of results achieved in order to gain admission and for maximum credit to be granted. For further information refer to 'Swinburne Pathways: Credit Transfer Guide at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/corporate/marketing/pathways//
Recognition of Prior Learning:
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. To learn more about RPL and complete a self assessment, visit our RPL website.
Course Fees:
The Victorian Government introduced a new TAFE fee structure from 1 July 2009. Details of the new fee structure and 2010 fees can be found at www.swinburne.edu.au/fees
Application Procedure:
Application should be made directly to the Business Enterprise Centre by requesting an application form or applying online at: http://www.tafe.swin.edu.au/buscom/application.htm An offer of a place is always subject to places being available. The university reserves the right to make offers to early applicants during this period and close applications when the course is full. Where demand for a course is not met the course may be cancelled at short notice.
Further information:
Submit an Online Enquiry Tel: 1300 368 777 Email: study@swinburne.edu.au Website: http://www.tafe.swin.edu.au/business
