Qualification Snapshot
| Qualification Codes |
BSB40320 / BSB40820 |
| AQF Level |
Certificate IV (AQF Level 4) |
| Study Area |
Business, Entrepreneurship & Marketing |
| Training Package |
BSB – Business Services |
| Delivery Mode |
100% Online |
| Typical Duration |
6 Months |
| Assessment |
Competency-based assessments |
| Recognition |
Nationally Recognised Dual Qualification |
Qualification Overview
The Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business & Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication combines two nationally recognised qualifications into one comprehensive program, equipping students with the practical skills to establish, manage and successfully promote a business. This dual qualification is ideal for aspiring entrepreneurs, business owners and professionals wanting to combine commercial knowledge with modern marketing strategies.
Throughout the course, students learn how to identify business opportunities, develop business plans, manage financial and legal responsibilities, create marketing campaigns, understand consumer behaviour and build lasting relationships with customers and stakeholders. By combining entrepreneurship with marketing, graduates gain a well-rounded skill set that can be applied to launching a new venture or growing an existing business.
This nationally recognised dual qualification is delivered through one of CRICOS’ partnered Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) using competency-based assessment focused on practical workplace and business outcomes. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Career Opportunities
- Business Owner
- Entrepreneur
- Marketing Coordinator
- Small Business Manager
- Business Development Coordinator
- Digital Marketing Coordinator
- Brand Coordinator
- Sales & Marketing Officer
- Business Consultant
Skills You’ll Develop
- Business planning and development
- Entrepreneurship and innovation
- Marketing strategy
- Consumer behaviour analysis
- Business communication
- Digital marketing fundamentals
- Financial planning for business
- Customer relationship management
- Business risk management
- Leadership and decision making
Studying This Qualification
This dual qualification is delivered through one of CRICOS’ partnered Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). Depending on the provider selected, students may benefit from flexible online study, trainer support, competency-based assessment and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), where available.
Topics of Course
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Establish business relationships
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Maintain business relationships
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Build and improve business relationships
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Identify legal and risk management requirements relating to business
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Implement procedures and processes to comply with legislative and regulatory requirements
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Negotiate and arrange contracts
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Mitigate business risks
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Select and prepare resources
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Design document
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Produce document
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Finalise document
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Prepare to develop business plan
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Draft business plan
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Create a business plan
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Finalise business planning and plan for risk
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Develop marketing strategy for business venture
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Establish marketing mix for the business venture
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Implement marketing strategy
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Evaluate marketing performance
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Use digital workplace information
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Integrate digital solutions into work processes
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Comply with intellectual property rights
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Advise on customer service needs
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Support implementation of customer service strategies
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Evaluate and report on customer service
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Prepare to plan finances
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Develop a financial plan
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Plan to acquire finance
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Implement financial strategy
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Monitor financial performance
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Review financial performance
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Review and evaluate operational strategies and procedures
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Implement operational strategies and procedures
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Evaluate business performance
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Review business operations
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Research and analyse communications information
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Develop communications deliverables
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Finalise communications deliverables
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Plan complex document
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Draft complex document
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Finalise complex document
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Establish framework for communication
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Develop ideas for communication
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Debate and discuss ideas
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Prepare presentation
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Deliver presentation
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Review presentation
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Evaluate drivers of consumer behaviour
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Evaluate reasons for existing levels of consumer interest
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Recommend marketing focus
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Identify marketing opportunities
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Analyse marketing opportunities
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Evaluate marketing opportunities
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Prepare to undertake marketing activity
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Co-ordinate marketing activities
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Review marketing activities
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Determine social media requirements
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Develop social media policies and procedures
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Develop social media strategy
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Monitor social media use
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Review social media performance