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This qualification reflects the role of individuals with significant experience in a senior administrative role who are seeking to develop expertise across a wider range of business functions. It is suited to individuals who possess significant theoretical business skills and knowledge and wish to consolidate and build pathways to further educational or employment opportunities.

Career Outcomes

Once you have successfully completed BSB60120 Advanced Diploma of Business, graduates may gain employment in a variety of organisations where business management and leadership skills are needed such as:


General Manager

Business Consultant

Executive Assistant

Administration Manager

Human Resources Manager

Corporate Services Manager

Small Business Manager

Business Development Manager

Additional Information

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Education Pathway

Students may continue their education in:

  • BSB80120 Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning)

Course Delivery/Duration

52 weeks comprising of 40 scheduled tuition weeks and 12 weeks of holidays. 20 hours per week of classroom based learning and approximately 8 hours of self-study time per each theory week of the course.

Course Location

This course is delivered in our classroom facilities for general classes, workshops, practical demonstrations etc.; at Level 5, 20-22 Macquarie Street Parramatta NSW 2150. Our facilities include computers or electronic devices or access for laptops, internet access, training videos, handouts, electronic notes and reading material, reference books.

Course Credit

Australian College of Studies can grant you credit towards your course for units of competency that you have already completed with another RTO or authorised issuing organisation. There is no charge to apply for Credit. To apply, fill in the Credit Application Form and submit it as part of your enrolment. *Please refer to your Student Handbook for more information on Course Credit.

How to Apply

If you would like to enrol into the BSB60120 Advanced diploma of Business, please contact our office on 1300 415 233 or via email info@acos.edu.au.

International students only: If you are transferring from another provider, please ensure you have a letter of release so that Australian College of Studies can issue you with a new Confirmation of Enrolment (COE) letter.

Course Entry Requirement

Entry to this qualification is limited to those who:

  • Have completed a Diploma or Advanced Diploma from the BSB Training Package (current or superseded equivalent versions).

or

  • Have two years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience in an operational or leadership role in an enterprise.


ACOS requires that all students:

  • Are over the age of 18.
  • Complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy, Digital [LLND] assessment to demonstrate that they have the required level of LLND skills required by the course.
  • Demonstrate an interest in, knowledge of, and
    suitability for work in business.
  • Demonstrate the level of maturity required to be
    responsible for business.

Further Information – International Students

This course is available to international students who can provide evidence that they:

  • Meet the English proficiency requirements with a valid IELTS Academic score of 5.5 with no score below 5.0 in any band, or PTE Academic score of 45.
  • Are suitable for entry via an interview (online or in person) as part of the course selection process.

Additional Support

All students will complete a language literacy and numeracy assessment to determine their learning support needs. All students will be provided with a range of learning support options and resources to help you achieve competency. Where additional support needs have been identified an Individual Support Plan will be developed which may include:

  • Mentoring from trainers
  • Additional classes, tutorials and workshops
  • Online support and exercises for some courses
  • Computer and technology support
  • Referral to external support services
  • Reasonable adjustment to assessments

Australian College of Studies will provide additional support for any students experiencing:

  • Disability and access issues;
  • Language barriers;
  • Language, literacy and numeracy issues;
  • Employment issues; and/or
  • Any other issues that may affect their ability to achieve their training goals.

Provision of additional support services will be provided where necessary to enable students to participate in the same way as any other person regardless of whether support services have been required.

Units of Competency

BSB60120 Advanced Diploma of Business requires the completion of 10 units. This qualification has 5 core units and 5 elective units. Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry supported vocational outcome. The units ACOS have elected are:

Code Title Core / Elective
BSBCRT611 Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving Core
BSBFIN601 Manage organisational finances Core
BSBOPS601 Develop and implement business plans Core
BSBSUS601 Lead corporate social responsibility Core
BSBTEC601 Review organisational digital strategy Core
BSBHRM614 Contribute to strategic workforce planning Elective
BSBLDR601 Lead and manage organisational change Elective
BSBSTR601 Manage innovation and continuous improvement Elective
BSBOPS505 Manage organisational customer service Elective
BSBPEF501 Manage personal and professional development Elective
BSB60120 Advanced Diploma of Business

Course Fees

International Students:
$11,000 Total
Enrolment Fee: $450
Material Fee: $550
Tuition Fee: $10,000
Domestic Students:
$3,500 Total
Enrolment fee: $450
Material Fee: $550
Tuition Fee: $2,500

RPL Costs:

  • Application Fee - $500
  •  Charge per unit of competency - $200

Total course fees may be reduced to account for the number of units undertaken via RPL or where Course Credit has been granted.  Nationally Recognised Training does not incur GST. Students will only be eligible to receive their qualification if fees have been paid in full and all course requirements have been met. 

Orientation

Training Arrangements

The first week will include an orientation session that will cover the following: 

  • Details about living in Australia such as transport, city orientation and currency 
  • How to access support services provided by Australian College of Studies
  • External support services available such as legal, emergency, health and wellbeing 
  • Nearby amenities to assist with learning such as libraries   
  • Student Code of Conduct
  • Complaints and Appeals policy and procedure
  • Critical Incident policy and procedure
  • Privacy
  • Introduction to course requirements
  • Course progress and attendance requirements and impact on VISA requirements.

Classroom Training 

The course will be delivered in the classroom for theory-based learning giving students the opportunity to share ideas, discuss and explore core concepts and practice skills. 

Training will be delivered 3 days per week:

  • 2 days from 9am to 4pm
  •  1 day from 9am to 5pm.

Students will have access to College facilities to conduct self-study, research and complete assessment tasks.

Assessment Arrangements

Assessment will be conducted individually. You will be provided with a Student Assessment Booklet for each unit of competency which includes:

  • A full description of all assessment tasks for the unit of competency
  • Assessment instructions for each unit of competency
  • Assessment resources for each unit of competency
  • Details about when assessment will occur
  • Details about assessment submission

 

There are a variety of assessment methods used for this qualification including:

  • Written questions
  • Projects
  • Case studies
  • Role Plays
  • Research