Certificate in Small Business Management
Business & Management
A course by
The Career Academy
An online industry-accredited certificate course providing essential skills to start or manage a small business, covering business planning, financial reporting, marketing, tax, payroll, and accounting software (Xero, MYOB).
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
It will take a total of 6 months
This course requires 6 hours per week
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Business Planning and Structure
Develop a comprehensive business plan and select the most appropriate structure for a business venture.
Financial Management
Understand financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and the use of accounting software such as Xero and MYOB Essentials.
Taxation and Compliance
Gain fundamental knowledge of GST, income tax, payroll, and relevant Australian business legislation.
What You're Signing Up For
The Certificate in Small Business Management from The Career Academy is designed to equip students with practical skills and knowledge to successfully start or manage a business. The course covers business plan development, choosing a business structure, fundamentals of accounting and bookkeeping, GST, income tax, payroll, marketing, social media, budgeting, forecasting, and financial statement analysis. It is delivered online with flexible study options, unlimited tutor support, and includes career coaching resources to enhance job readiness. The qualification is internationally accredited and industry recognised, supporting career advancement in various business roles.
Course Content
- Accounting and Bookkeeping Fundamentals
- Financial Statements
- Understanding GST
- Fundamentals of Income Tax
- Understanding Key Australian Business Legislation
- Fundamentals of Payroll
- Marketing and Social Media
- Budgeting, Forecasting and Cashflow Management
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Accounting with Xero
- Accounting with MYOB Essentials
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Small Business
Business Management
Accounting
Marketing
Future employment opportunities might be
Small Business Manager (Trainee)
Operations Coordinator
Business Development Assistant
Management Systems Support
Office Manager (SME)
Entrepreneurial Support Officer
Marketing & Sales Coordinator
Finance & Operations Analyst
Human Resources Assistant
Compliance Coordinator
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The Career Academy is here to transform your future. As an internationally recognised online education provider, they partner with industry to deliver courses that are practical, flexible, and designed to get results. With expert tutors, a 4.8/5 star student rating, and graduates in New Zealand, Australia, Ireland and the UK, The Career Academy has already helped over 25,000 learners each year gain the skills, confidence, and qualifications to take their next step. You could be next.