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BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business

Course Overview

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

The course focuses on developing competencies in business operations, communication, problem-solving, and workplace coordination, preparing students for roles that require both independent work and team collaboration.

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 advance their business skills, improve their employability, or progress into supervisory or administrative roles.

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

Gain practical business skills in operations, communication, and workplace management.

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: 12 Units

  • 6 Core Units
  • 6 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 a range of business and workplace skills, including:

  • Workplace communication and collaboration
  • Managing business resources and tasks
  • Problem-solving and decision-making
  • Customer service and stakeholder engagement
  • Using business technology and systems
  • Organising work priorities and schedules
  • Supporting team and operational activities

Upon successful completion, students may seek employment as:

  • Business Administrator
  • Office Coordinator
  • Team Assistant
  • Customer Service Supervisor
  • Project Support Officer

Graduates may find employment in:

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

After completing this qualification, students may progress to:

  • BSB50120 Diploma of Business
  • BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management
  • Other advanced business qualification

Unit of Competency

Course CodeDescriptionCore/Elective
BSBXCM401Apply communication strategies in the workplaceCore
BSBTWK401Build and maintain business relationshipsCore
BSBCRT411Apply critical thinking to work practicesCore
BSBWRT411Write complex documentsCore
BSBWHS411Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programsCore
BSBTEC404Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environmentCore
BSBPEF402Develop personal work prioritiesElective (Group A – Self-development)
BSBPEF401Manage personal health and wellbeingElective (Group A – Self-development)
BSBPEF502Develop and use emotional intelligenceElective (Group A – Self-development)
BSBCMM412Lead difficult conversationsElective (Group B – Leadership)
BSBPMG430Undertake project workElective (Group E – Business Administration)
BSBOPS402Coordinate business operational plansElective (Group D – Business Operations)

Course Details

Qualification Code: BSB40120

RTO Code: 45341

Course Name: Certificate IV in Business

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

Course Duration: Typical duration is 6-12 months