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BSB50120 Diploma of Business

National ID
BSB50120
WA Course Code
BFT3
CRICOS code
107938E
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Why choose this course?

Thrive in a career in business with this qualification. If you want to be an effective leader who inspires team members to exceed expectations, then this course will give you the skills to succeed. 

During this course you will develop skills in business technologies, managing business operational plans, as well as budgets, financial plans and resources. You will also acquire valuable knowledge in critical thinking, emotional intelligence, and develop policies and procedures as a leader of an organisation. 

You will have the opportunity to undertake project work, and also gain crucial experience working in a simulated business called Greenglow, managing team effectiveness and workplace relationships. 

Career opportunities

  • Executive Officer
  • Office Administrator
  • Office Manager
  • Project Administrator

When choosing a course, it's important to think about the key skills and knowledge you'll need, as well as how you'll be assessed. Take a look at this information and consider if you might face any challenges in meeting the course expectations and requirements.

  • A desire to further develop verbal and written communication skills
  • Want to gain strong record-keeping and organisational skills
  • Keen to further develop problem solving and analytical skills
  • Able to relate to people from a range of cultures

  • An IELTS score (academic) of 6.0 with no band score less than 5.0 or equivalent.

  • Completion of BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business OR BSB40820 Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication is required for entry into this course.

​Please view Admission requirements for your country of origin.

Your study options

Semester 2, 2025

Duration | 1 semester
When | Semester 2, 2025
Where | North Metropolitan TAFE (52786)

Location map

How | On campus, to a minimum of 20 contact hours per week
Fees (total indicative for course)
  • Tuition fee: $6,402
  • Resources fee: $60
  • Materials fee: $100

Tuition fees are reviewed annually. If tuition fees are increased, you will be required to pay the new fees as they are introduced. You will be provided with an indicative schedule of fees in your Letter of Offer.

Resource fees are for consumables you use in your course e.g. paint, internet etc. You pay this fee to your college at enrolment. If your course goes longer than one semester, the resource fee may not need to be paid in one amount but may be spaced out over the duration of your course. Your college will advise you of the payment amount each semester.

Material fees are for items that remain your property after the course has been completed e.g. personal protective equipment, tools, text books etc.

Work placement

There is no work placement requirement for this course, however this qualification is delivered in a simulated business environment where students work collaboratively to complete tasks that simulate the workplace.

Year 11/12
BSB40820 Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication - BFS9
1 semester
BSB50120 Diploma of Business - BFT3
1 semester
Year 11/12
BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business - BFR1
1 semester
BSB50120 Diploma of Business - BFT3
1 semester

To achieve this qualification, students must demonstrate competency in 12 units. These 12 are comprised of 5 core unit and 7 elective units. Elective units listed below have been selected in consultation with industry.

Students who enrol into this qualification will be eligible for credit transfer of the units that they have already achieved. Fees paid by international students are set on a commercial basis and are paid as a whole of course fee - no refund will apply to credit transfers. Please refer to your letter of Offer for detailed duration and costings for your enrolment.

Core units
    National ID
    Unit title
  • BSBCRT511 Develop critical thinking in others
  • BSBFIN501 Manage budget and financial plans
  • BSBOPS501 Manage business resources
  • BSBSUS511 Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability
  • BSBXCM501 Lead communication in the workplace
Elective units
    National ID
    Unit title
  • BSBLDR523 Lead and manage effective workplace relationships
  • BSBMKG541 Identify and evaluate marketing opportunities
  • BSBMKG549 Profile and analyse consumer behaviour for international markets
  • BSBOPS502 Manage business operational plans
  • BSBPMG430 Undertake project work
  • BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness
  • BSBWRT411 Write complex documents

Assessment methods

The methods of assessment used in this course include an observation checklist to observe the demonstration of required skills and foundation skills, assignments and knowledge questions to capture evidence and templates have been created for students to record written assessment evidence.

These assessment strategies and evidence gathering are in accordance with the relevant training package or accreditation guidelines. Detailed Information is available in the assessment matrix, learning plans and assessment tools for each of the units of competency. Assessors use this matrix to ensure assessments, are undertaken across the duration of the course, rather than clustered together at particular times.

Learning resources, facilities and equipment

Learning resources may include access to the Blackboard Learning Management System (LMS), PowerPoint presentations and industry related website links. The simulated work environment is the main platform used for learning industry relevant skills.

Facilities and equipment may include access to computers, specialised software, whiteboards, projectors and business resources. An Office 365 account will also be available which includes email and access to a range of applications such as Teams, Forms, Tasks, Sway and OneDrive.

Key dates

Semester and holiday dates are included in your Letter of Offer. View upcoming semester start and end dates.

Semester 1, 2026

Duration | 1 semester
When | Semester 1, 2026
Where | North Metropolitan TAFE (52786)

Location map

How | On campus, to a minimum of 20 contact hours per week
Fees (total indicative for course)
  • Tuition fee: $6,402
  • Resources fee: $60
  • Materials fee: $100

Tuition fees are reviewed annually. If tuition fees are increased, you will be required to pay the new fees as they are introduced. You will be provided with an indicative schedule of fees in your Letter of Offer.

Resource fees are for consumables you use in your course e.g. paint, internet etc. You pay this fee to your college at enrolment. If your course goes longer than one semester, the resource fee may not need to be paid in one amount but may be spaced out over the duration of your course. Your college will advise you of the payment amount each semester.

Material fees are for items that remain your property after the course has been completed e.g. personal protective equipment, tools, text books etc.

Work placement

There is no work placement requirement for this course, however this qualification is delivered in a simulated business environment where students work collaboratively to complete tasks that simulate the workplace.

Year 11/12
BSB40820 Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication - BFS9
1 semester
BSB50120 Diploma of Business - BFT3
1 semester
Year 11/12
BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business - BFR1
1 semester
BSB50120 Diploma of Business - BFT3
1 semester

To achieve this qualification, students must demonstrate competency in 12 units. These 12 are comprised of 5 core unit and 7 elective units. Elective units listed below have been selected in consultation with industry.

Students who enrol into this qualification will be eligible for credit transfer of the units that they have already achieved. Fees paid by international students are set on a commercial basis and are paid as a whole of course fee - no refund will apply to credit transfers. Please refer to your letter of Offer for detailed duration and costings for your enrolment.

Core units
    National ID
    Unit title
  • BSBCRT511 Develop critical thinking in others
  • BSBFIN501 Manage budget and financial plans
  • BSBOPS501 Manage business resources
  • BSBSUS511 Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability
  • BSBXCM501 Lead communication in the workplace
Elective units
    National ID
    Unit title
  • BSBLDR523 Lead and manage effective workplace relationships
  • BSBMKG541 Identify and evaluate marketing opportunities
  • BSBMKG549 Profile and analyse consumer behaviour for international markets
  • BSBOPS502 Manage business operational plans
  • BSBPMG430 Undertake project work
  • BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness
  • BSBWRT411 Write complex documents

Assessment methods

The methods of assessment used in this course include an observation checklist to observe the demonstration of required skills and foundation skills, assignments and knowledge questions to capture evidence and templates have been created for students to record written assessment evidence.

These assessment strategies and evidence gathering are in accordance with the relevant training package or accreditation guidelines. Detailed Information is available in the assessment matrix, learning plans and assessment tools for each of the units of competency. Assessors use this matrix to ensure assessments, are undertaken across the duration of the course, rather than clustered together at particular times.

Learning resources, facilities and equipment

Learning resources may include access to the Blackboard Learning Management System (LMS), PowerPoint presentations and industry related website links. The simulated work environment is the main platform used for learning industry relevant skills.

Facilities and equipment may include access to computers, specialised software, whiteboards, projectors and business resources. An Office 365 account will also be available which includes email and access to a range of applications such as Teams, Forms, Tasks, Sway and OneDrive.

Key dates

Semester and holiday dates are included in your Letter of Offer. View upcoming semester start and end dates.

Semester 2, 2026

Duration | 1 semester
When | Semester 2, 2026
Where | North Metropolitan TAFE (52786)

Location map

How | On campus, to a minimum of 20 contact hours per week
Fees (total indicative for course)
  • Tuition fee: $6,402
  • Resources fee: $60
  • Materials fee: $100

Tuition fees are reviewed annually. If tuition fees are increased, you will be required to pay the new fees as they are introduced. You will be provided with an indicative schedule of fees in your Letter of Offer.

Resource fees are for consumables you use in your course e.g. paint, internet etc. You pay this fee to your college at enrolment. If your course goes longer than one semester, the resource fee may not need to be paid in one amount but may be spaced out over the duration of your course. Your college will advise you of the payment amount each semester.

Material fees are for items that remain your property after the course has been completed e.g. personal protective equipment, tools, text books etc.

Work placement

There is no work placement requirement for this course, however this qualification is delivered in a simulated business environment where students work collaboratively to complete tasks that simulate the workplace.

Year 11/12
BSB40820 Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication - BFS9
1 semester
BSB50120 Diploma of Business - BFT3
1 semester
Year 11/12
BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business - BFR1
1 semester
BSB50120 Diploma of Business - BFT3
1 semester

To achieve this qualification, students must demonstrate competency in 12 units. These 12 are comprised of 5 core unit and 7 elective units. Elective units listed below have been selected in consultation with industry.

Students who enrol into this qualification will be eligible for credit transfer of the units that they have already achieved. Fees paid by international students are set on a commercial basis and are paid as a whole of course fee - no refund will apply to credit transfers. Please refer to your letter of Offer for detailed duration and costings for your enrolment.

Core units
    National ID
    Unit title
  • BSBCRT511 Develop critical thinking in others
  • BSBFIN501 Manage budget and financial plans
  • BSBOPS501 Manage business resources
  • BSBSUS511 Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability
  • BSBXCM501 Lead communication in the workplace
Elective units
    National ID
    Unit title
  • BSBLDR523 Lead and manage effective workplace relationships
  • BSBMKG541 Identify and evaluate marketing opportunities
  • BSBMKG549 Profile and analyse consumer behaviour for international markets
  • BSBOPS502 Manage business operational plans
  • BSBPMG430 Undertake project work
  • BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness
  • BSBWRT411 Write complex documents

Assessment methods

The methods of assessment used in this course include an observation checklist to observe the demonstration of required skills and foundation skills, assignments and knowledge questions to capture evidence and templates have been created for students to record written assessment evidence.

These assessment strategies and evidence gathering are in accordance with the relevant training package or accreditation guidelines. Detailed Information is available in the assessment matrix, learning plans and assessment tools for each of the units of competency. Assessors use this matrix to ensure assessments, are undertaken across the duration of the course, rather than clustered together at particular times.

Learning resources, facilities and equipment

Learning resources may include access to the Blackboard Learning Management System (LMS), PowerPoint presentations and industry related website links. The simulated work environment is the main platform used for learning industry relevant skills.

Facilities and equipment may include access to computers, specialised software, whiteboards, projectors and business resources. An Office 365 account will also be available which includes email and access to a range of applications such as Teams, Forms, Tasks, Sway and OneDrive.

Key dates

Semester and holiday dates are included in your Letter of Offer. View upcoming semester start and end dates.

Semester 1, 2027

Duration | 1 semester
When | Semester 1, 2027
Where | North Metropolitan TAFE (52786)

Location map

How | On campus, to a minimum of 20 contact hours per week
Fees (total indicative for course)
  • Tuition fee: $6,402
  • Resources fee: $60
  • Materials fee: $100

Tuition fees are reviewed annually. If tuition fees are increased, you will be required to pay the new fees as they are introduced. You will be provided with an indicative schedule of fees in your Letter of Offer.

Resource fees are for consumables you use in your course e.g. paint, internet etc. You pay this fee to your college at enrolment. If your course goes longer than one semester, the resource fee may not need to be paid in one amount but may be spaced out over the duration of your course. Your college will advise you of the payment amount each semester.

Material fees are for items that remain your property after the course has been completed e.g. personal protective equipment, tools, text books etc.

Work placement

There is no work placement requirement for this course, however this qualification is delivered in a simulated business environment where students work collaboratively to complete tasks that simulate the workplace.

Year 11/12
BSB40820 Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication - BFS9
1 semester
BSB50120 Diploma of Business - BFT3
1 semester
Year 11/12
BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business - BFR1
1 semester
BSB50120 Diploma of Business - BFT3
1 semester

To achieve this qualification, students must demonstrate competency in 12 units. These 12 are comprised of 5 core unit and 7 elective units. Elective units listed below have been selected in consultation with industry.

Students who enrol into this qualification will be eligible for credit transfer of the units that they have already achieved. Fees paid by international students are set on a commercial basis and are paid as a whole of course fee - no refund will apply to credit transfers. Please refer to your letter of Offer for detailed duration and costings for your enrolment.

Core units
    National ID
    Unit title
  • BSBCRT511 Develop critical thinking in others
  • BSBFIN501 Manage budget and financial plans
  • BSBOPS501 Manage business resources
  • BSBSUS511 Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability
  • BSBXCM501 Lead communication in the workplace
Elective units
    National ID
    Unit title
  • BSBLDR523 Lead and manage effective workplace relationships
  • BSBMKG541 Identify and evaluate marketing opportunities
  • BSBMKG549 Profile and analyse consumer behaviour for international markets
  • BSBOPS502 Manage business operational plans
  • BSBPMG430 Undertake project work
  • BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness
  • BSBWRT411 Write complex documents

Assessment methods

The methods of assessment used in this course include an observation checklist to observe the demonstration of required skills and foundation skills, assignments and knowledge questions to capture evidence and templates have been created for students to record written assessment evidence.

These assessment strategies and evidence gathering are in accordance with the relevant training package or accreditation guidelines. Detailed Information is available in the assessment matrix, learning plans and assessment tools for each of the units of competency. Assessors use this matrix to ensure assessments, are undertaken across the duration of the course, rather than clustered together at particular times.

Learning resources, facilities and equipment

Learning resources may include access to the Blackboard Learning Management System (LMS), PowerPoint presentations and industry related website links. The simulated work environment is the main platform used for learning industry relevant skills.

Facilities and equipment may include access to computers, specialised software, whiteboards, projectors and business resources. An Office 365 account will also be available which includes email and access to a range of applications such as Teams, Forms, Tasks, Sway and OneDrive.

Key dates

Semester and holiday dates are included in your Letter of Offer. View upcoming semester start and end dates.

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TAFE International Western Australia (TIWA) is the Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) provider, for the delivery of training to international students, enrolled in a TAFE course in Western Australia. This nationally recognised course is delivered by a Western Australian TAFE college on TIWA's behalf. TIWA retains responsibility for the quality of the training and assessment delivered by the TAFE colleges and for the issue of certification documentation to students.

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Last updated on February 22, 2024