Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Business
Diploma of Business
BSB50215
AVU9
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 28/02/2020 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
| 3.00 | 21/02/2019 | Replaced | Approved |
| 2.00 | 27/09/2018 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 25/03/2015 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification would apply to individuals with various job titles including executive officers, program consultants and program coordinators.
Individuals in these roles may possess substantial experience in a range of settings, but seek to further develop their skills across a wide range of business functions.
Conversely, it may also apply to those with little or no vocational experience, but who possess sound theoretical business skills and knowledge that they would like to develop in order to create further educational and employment opportunities.
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 = eight (8)This qualification has no core units.
Eight (8) elective units must be selected, of which:
- six (6) of the elective units must be selected from the units listed below, with no more than three (3) units selected from any one group
- two (2) elective units may be selected from elective units listed below, from the BSB Business Services Training Package, or from any current accredited course or endorsed Training Package at this qualification level or Certificate IV or Advanced Diploma level.
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. Group A Elective Units
Six (6) of the elective units must be selected from the units listed below (Groups A to E), with no more than three (3) units selected from any one group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUH68 | BSBADV503 | Coordinate advertising research | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUH09 | BSBADV510 | Create mass electronic media advertisements | 80 | Unit of competency |
| AUK31 | BSBADV509 | Create mass print media advertisements | 80 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ17 | BSBMKG523 | Design and develop an integrated marketing communication plan | 80 | Unit of competency |
| AUK39 | BSBADV507 | Develop a media plan | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ11 | BSBWRT501 | Write persuasive copy | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Group B Elective Units
Six (6) of the elective units must be selected from the units listed below (Groups A to E), with no more than three (3) units selected from any one group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OAE57 | BSBEBU511 | Develop and implement an e-business strategy | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OAE84 | BSBITB511 | Establish and maintain a network of digital devices | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OAQ31 | BSBXCM501 | Lead communication in the workplace | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AUI66 | BSBADM506 | Manage business document design and development | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUH54 | BSBADM502 | Manage meetings | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUK52 | BSBFIM502 | Manage payroll | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ75 | BSBADM504 | Plan and implement administrative systems | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUH99 | BSBADM503 | Plan and manage conferences | 60 | Unit of competency |
3. Group C Elective Units
Six (6) of the elective units must be selected from the units listed below (Groups A to E), with no more than three (3) units selected from any one group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OAQ37 | BSBXDB502 | Adapt organisations to enhance accessibility for people with disability | 35 | Unit of competency |
| AUM49 | BSBHRM502 | Manage human resource management information systems | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ52 | BSBHRM501 | Manage human resource services | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUH59 | BSBHRM510 | Manage mediation processes | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUK65 | BSBLED502 | Manage programs that promote personal effectiveness | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUL50 | BSBHRM506 | Manage recruitment selection and induction processes | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUL75 | BSBHRM509 | Manage rehabilitation or return to work programs | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUK49 | BSBHRM505 | Manage remuneration and employee benefits | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUI17 | BSBHRM507 | Manage separation or termination | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUK95 | BSBHRM513 | Manage workforce planning | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OAQ32 | BSBXDB501 | Support staff members with disability in the workplace | 35 | Unit of competency |
4. Group D Elective Units
Six (6) of the elective units must be selected from the units listed below (Groups A to E), with no more than three (3) units selected from any one group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
5. Group E Elective Units
Six (6) of the elective units must be selected from the units listed below (Groups A to E), with no more than three (3) units selected from any one group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUK09 | BSBINN502 | Build and sustain an innovative work environment | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUH02 | BSBCON601 | Develop and maintain business continuity plans | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OBO75 | BSBXBD501 | Develop big data strategy | 55 | Unit of competency |
| AUI86 | BSBSUS501 | Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUH52 | BSBINN501 | Establish systems that support innovation | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUK47 | BSBMGT403 | Implement continuous improvement | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ29 | BSBINM501 | Manage an information or knowledge management system | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUI50 | BSBIPR501 | Manage intellectual property to protect and grow business | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUK69 | BSBWOR501 | Manage personal work priorities and professional development | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUM52 | BSBRSK501 | Manage risk | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUI91 | BSBPMG522 | Undertake project work | 45 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D164 | BSB50207 | Diploma of Business | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BFT3 | BSB50120 | Diploma of Business | Qualification |
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