Certificate IV in Business (Small Business Management)

Learn how to start your own business.

Ever looked at starting your own business but found the administrative side too daunting? It’s the essential element in every successful small business – and it’s easier than you think when you have the right training.

The Cengage Education Certificate IV in Business (Small Business Management) course teaches students the key elements in opening and running a successful business.

You’ll learn how to plan and manage finances, set priorities, run a team of employees, promote your products or services – all the essentials to help your business thrive.

On completion of your course:

Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a nationally recognised BSB40401 Certificate IV in Business (Small Business Management).

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About our Nationally Recognised Training accreditation
Cengage Education is a Registered Training Organisation registered by VETAB (Vocational Education and Training Accreditation Board).

Austudy approved

This course is Austudy approved, please apply directly to Centrelink to receive this benefit. Get more information about Financial Assistance programs.

Professional memberships/affiliations.

Adecco Australia

Cengage Education is proud to announce their affiliation with one of the world's leading employment services Adecco Australia. Students wishing to seek full/part time employment in their chosen field can now contact Adecco Australia on completion of their qualification.

University credit transfer arrangements.

James Cook University Students who successfully complete the Cengage Education BSB40401 Certificate IV in Business (Small Business Management) course may be eligible for credits towards:

  • The Bachelor of Business offered by James Cook University (QLD)
  • Nominated courses offered by University of Technology Sydney (NSW)

For more information call a Course Advisor today on 1300 853 033, or for degree study options or course fee information you can contact the above mentioned Universities.

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Course Number 98320
Course Type Correspondence
Course Duration Max 24 months
Study Hours Approx 550 hrs
Qualification Certificate IV
Nationally Recognised What does this mean?

Prerequisites

No previous knowledge or experience is required to take this course.

Learning periods

This course is divided into 4 learning periods.

Computer requirements

To complete this course you will need access to:

  • A computer with Windows®?95/98 or higher
  • CD-ROM drive

Assessment details

  • 10 written assessments

Extra learning materials included

  • Your Own Business - A Practical Guide to Success - Textbook
  • Student Diary

Key areas of learning

  • Develop work priorities
  • Establish business networks
  • Monitor a safe workplace
  • Coordinate implementation of customer service strategies
  • Administer projects
  • Promote innovation and change
  • Promote the business
  • Undertake business planning
  • Manage finances
  • Manage a small team

Subjects You’ll Cover

BSBCMN402A Develop work priorities

  • Planning a work schedule
  • Monitoring your work performance
  • Coordinating professional development activities
  • Keeping records & documents

BSBCMN403A Establish business networks

  • Developing & maintaining business networks
  • Establishing & maintaining business relationships
  • Promoting the organisation
  • Communicating to a range of audiences

BSBCMN411A Monitor a safe workplace

  • Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
  • Coordinating OH&S practices
  • OH&S training
  • Identifying hazards & assessing risks
  • Controlling risks
  • Implementing & monitoring OH&S record-keeping procedures

BSBCMN410A Coordinate implementation of customer service strategies

  • Advising on customer service needs
  • Supporting customer service strategies
  • Evaluating & reporting on customer service

BSBADM407A Administer projects

  • Planning project administration
  • Coordinating project administration
  • Finalising & reviewing project administration

BSBCMN412A Promote innovation and change

  • Leading a team to foster Innovative work practices
  • Identifying and developing opportunities for Improved work practices

BSBSBM403A Promote the business

  • Develop & implement marketing strategies
  • Determine a marketing mix for the business
  • Monitor & improve marketing performance

BSBSBM404A Undertake business planning

  • Identify elements of a business plan
  • Develop a business plan
  • Develop strategies for minimising risks

BSBSBM406A Manage finances

  • Maintain financial records
  • Implementing a financial plan
  • Monitor financial performance

BSBSBM407A Manage a small team

  • Develop staffing plans
  • Recruit, induct & train the team
  • Address industrial relations issues
  • Maintain staff records
  • Manage staffing issues