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BSB30120 Certificate III in Business

Course Overview

This qualification is designed to provide students with the foundational skills and knowledge required to work effectively in a range of business and administrative roles.

The course focuses on developing competencies in workplace communication, administrative tasks, customer service, and business operations, preparing students for entry-level roles across various industries.

Training is delivered through a combination of face-to-face classroom sessions and theory-based assessments, supported by practical activities and real-world workplace scenarios.

This course is suitable for individuals who are looking to start a career in business or administration, or those seeking to build their workplace skills and knowledge.

This is a nationally recognised qualification under the BSB Business Services Training Package, delivered in accordance with the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015.

Additional Information

Students must:

  • Be 18 years or older
  • Provide valid identification
  • Meet Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) requirements
  • Have basic computer and communication skills

To achieve this qualification, students must complete:

Total Units: 13 Units

  • 6 Core Units
  • 7 Elective Units

Typical duration:

  • 6 to 12 months
  • Study mode: Full-time or
  • part-time options may be available

This course is delivered through:

  •  Face-to-face classroom training
  •  Online or written theory-based assessments
  •  Practical activities and workplace scenarios

Assessment methods may include:

  • Written or online theory assessments
  • Case studies and practical tasks
  • Projects and assignments
  • Workplace scenarios

Students must demonstrate competency in all required units.

Students will develop essential workplace skills, including:

  • Business communication and teamwork
  • Providing customer service
  • Using business technology and software
  • Organising and completing workplace tasks
  • Managing information and documents
  • Problem-solving and time management
  • Workplace health and safety practices

Upon successful completion, students may seek employment as:

  • Administrative Assistant
  • Office Assistant
  • Customer Service Officer
  • Data Entry Clerk
  • Receptionist

Graduates may find employment in:

  • Corporate offices
  • Small and medium businesses
  • Retail and service industries
  • Government organisations

After completing this qualification, students may progress to:

  • BSB50120 Diploma of Business
  • BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management
  • Other business or administration qualifications

Unit of Competency

Course CodeDescriptionCore/Elective
BSBWHS311Assist with maintaining workplace safetyCore
BSBPEF201Support personal wellbeing in the workplaceCore
BSBTWK301Use inclusive work practicesCore
BSBXCM301Engage in workplace communicationCore
BSBCRT311Apply critical thinking skills in a team environmentCore
BSBSUS211Participate in sustainable work practicesCore
BSBTEC404Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environmentElective (Group A – Technology)
BSBTEC202Use digital technologies to communicate in a work environmentElective (Group A – Technology)
BSBTEC301Design and produce business documentsElective (Group A – Technology)
BSBTEC302Design and produce spreadsheetsElective (Group A – Technology)
BSBTEC303Create electronic presentationsElective (Group A – Technology)
BSBPEF301Organise personal work prioritiesElective (Group B – Business Competence)
BSBOPS303Organise schedulesElective (Group E – Business Administration)

Course Details

Qualification Code: BSB30120

RTO Code: 45341

Course Name: Certificate III in Business

Delivery Mode: Face-to-face training, theory-based assessments, and practical workplace activities.

Course Duration: Typical duration is 6-12 months.