Qualification Outline

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Certificate III in Micro Business Operations

Certificate III in Micro Business Operations

Qualification
National Code:
BSB30315
State Code:
AVT8
TGA Status:
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Transition (Replaced)
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0809 - Office Studies
Original TGA Release Date
25/03/2015
Approved Date
15/09/2015
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
380
Duration
1 Semester
Current Release Number
4.00
Current Release Date
28/02/2020
VET Act Conditions
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Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
4.00 28/02/2020 Current Approved
3.00 27/09/2018 Replaced Approved
2.00 14/01/2016 Replaced Approved
1.00 25/03/2015 Replaced Approved
Description

This qualification reflects the role of skilled independent and micro-business contractors who apply a broad range of competencies in varied contexts, using some discretion and judgement and relevant theoretical knowledge. They may provide technical advice and support to a small team.

Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = ten (10)
- five (5) core units plus
- five (5) elective units, of which:
- all five (5) elective units may be selected from the elective units listed below or from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course at the same qualification level
- if not listed below, one (1) elective unit may be selected from a Certificate II or Certificate IV qualification.

Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units

All five (5) units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AUJ89 BSBSMB305 Comply with regulatory, taxation and insurance requirements for the micro business 45 Unit of competency
AUL64 BSBSMB304 Determine resource requirements for the micro business 30 Unit of competency
AUL96 BSBSMB302 Develop a micro business proposal 30 Unit of competency
AUI99 BSBSMB301 Investigate micro business opportunities 30 Unit of competency
AUG99 BSBSMB303 Organise finances for the micro business 50 Unit of competency
2. Elective Units

All five (5) elective units may be chosen from the elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OAE58 BSBSMB423 Create a digital technology plan for small business 45 Unit of competency
AUM29 BSBCUS301 Deliver and monitor a service to customers 40 Unit of competency
OAE71 BSBWOR424 Develop a time management plan 35 Unit of competency
AUL43 BSBCRT301 Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills 40 Unit of competency
AUQ86 FNSFLT201 Develop and use a personal budget 20 Unit of competency
AUL56 BSBREL401 Establish networks 40 Unit of competency
OBO76 BSBXCS302 Identify and report online security threats 25 Unit of competency
AUJ60 BSBSMB201 Identify suitability for micro business 20 Unit of competency
AWF71 BSBSUS401 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices 40 Unit of competency
AUJ51 BSBSMB308 Improve energy efficiency in micro or small business operations 30 Unit of competency
AUK66 BSBFIA301 Maintain financial records 60 Unit of competency
AUJ68 BSBWOR301 Organise personal work priorities and development 30 Unit of competency
AUJ26 BSBINT303 Organise the importing and exporting of goods 40 Unit of competency
AUG92 BSBSMB306 Plan a home based business 25 Unit of competency
AUL92 BSBFIA303 Process accounts payable and receivable 40 Unit of competency
AUL02 BSBINN301 Promote innovation in a team environment 30 Unit of competency
AUJ46 BSBIPR405 Protect and use intangible assets in small business 40 Unit of competency
OBO77 BSBXCS301 Protect own personal online profile from cyber security threats 25 Unit of competency
OAE94 BSBITU315 Purchase goods and services online 20 Unit of competency
AUL60 BSBEBU401 Review and maintain a website 60 Unit of competency
OBO70 BSBXCS303 Securely manage personally identifiable information and workplace information 35 Unit of competency
AUJ76 BSBSMB307 Set up information and communications technology for the micro business 20 Unit of competency
AUK08 BSBHRM405 Support the recruitment, selection and induction of staff 45 Unit of competency
AUI23 BSBWOR302 Work effectively as an off-site worker 40 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D134 BSB30307 Certificate III in Micro Business Operations Qualification
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BFS3 BSB30220 Certificate III in Entrepreneurship and New Business Qualification
No information
Entry Requirements

Nil

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