Qualification Outline

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Certificate IV in Small Business Management

Certificate IV in Small Business Management

Qualification
National Code:
BSB42518
State Code:
BDZ5
TGA Status:
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Transition (Replaced)
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0803 - Business And Management
Original TGA Release Date
27/09/2018
Approved Date
14/02/2019
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
430
Duration
1 Semester
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/09/2018
VET Act Conditions
—
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 27/09/2018 Current Approved
Description

This qualification is suitable for small business managers who use well developed skills and a broad knowledge base to solve a range of unpredictable problems, and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. They may provide leadership and guidance to others, and have responsibility for the output of others.

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)
- four (4) core units plus
- six (6) elective units, of which:
- four (4) elective units must be selected from the elective units listed below
- the remaining two (2) elective units may be selected from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course at Certificate IV level
- if not listed below, one (1) elective unit may be selected from a Certificate III or Diploma 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 four (4) units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OAE58 BSBSMB423 Create a digital technology plan for small business 45 Unit of competency
OAE73 BSBSMB421 Manage small business finances 50 Unit of competency
AWF75 BSBSMB415 Refine and strengthen a small business 45 Unit of competency
AUH57 BSBSMB404 Undertake small business planning 50 Unit of competency
2. Elective Units

At least four (4) units must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AUH55 BSBCUS402 Address customer needs 30 Unit of competency
OAE86 BSBRES411 Analyse and present research information 40 Unit of competency
AUM00 BSBSMB409 Build and maintain relationships with small business stakeholders 20 Unit of competency
AUH39 BSBREL402 Build client relationships and business networks 30 Unit of competency
AUK38 BSBLDR401 Communicate effectively as a workplace leader 35 Unit of competency
AUK67 BSBCUS401 Coordinate implementation of customer service strategies 30 Unit of competency
OAE71 BSBWOR424 Develop a time management plan 35 Unit of competency
AUL82 BSBLED401 Develop teams and individuals 40 Unit of competency
AUL08 BSBSMB401 Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business 40 Unit of competency
AUL56 BSBREL401 Establish networks 40 Unit of competency
OAE93 BSBSMB420 Evaluate and develop small business operations 50 Unit of competency
AWF71 BSBSUS401 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices 40 Unit of competency
AUI12 BSBLDR404 Lead a diverse workforce 45 Unit of competency
AUM03 BSBMGT404 Lead and facilitate off-site staff 40 Unit of competency
AUM06 BSBLDR402 Lead effective workplace relationships 40 Unit of competency
AUK88 BSBSMB407 Manage a small team 40 Unit of competency
AWF72 BSBSMB418 Manage compliance for small business 55 Unit of competency
AUK36 BSBFRA401 Manage compliance with franchisee obligations and legislative requirements 40 Unit of competency
AUL20 BSBSMB408 Manage personal, family, cultural and business obligations 30 Unit of competency
AUH70 BSBSMB411 Manage specialist external advisory services 55 Unit of competency
AUL85 BSBSMB403 Market the small business 40 Unit of competency
AUJ26 BSBINT303 Organise the importing and exporting of goods 40 Unit of competency
AUI70 BSBCRT501 Originate and develop concepts 30 Unit of competency
AUH17 BSBSMB402 Plan small business finances 50 Unit of competency
OAE52 BSBSMB422 Plan small business growth 35 Unit of competency
AUL02 BSBINN301 Promote innovation in a team environment 30 Unit of competency
AUM05 BSBMKG413 Promote products and services 20 Unit of competency
AUJ46 BSBIPR405 Protect and use intangible assets in small business 40 Unit of competency
AWV74 PSPGEN028 Provide a quotation 20 Unit of competency
AWF73 BSBSMB417 Recruit staff 45 Unit of competency
OAE60 BSBFIA412 Report on financial activity 40 Unit of competency
AUJ13 BSBSMB410 Review and implement energy efficiency in business operations 40 Unit of competency
AUL60 BSBEBU401 Review and maintain a website 60 Unit of competency
BBH68 FNSACC416 Set up and operate a computerised accounting system 70 Unit of competency
AUI91 BSBPMG522 Undertake project work 45 Unit of competency
OAE76 BSBITU422 Use digital technologies to collaborate in the workplace 45 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AZI9 BSB42515 Certificate IV in Small Business Management Qualification
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BFR6 BSB40320 Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business Qualification
No information
Entry Requirements

Nil

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
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