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HomeAll coursesVocationalDiploma of Business (Entrepreneurial Focus) (BSB50215)

Diploma of Business (Entrepreneurial Focus) (BSB50215)

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

If you are someone who likes to take on challenges, to be a lateral thinker, to step outside the box and be creative or learn how to use marketing, public relations, publishing, ecommerce and partnerships then the Diploma of Business (Entrepreneurial Focus) is for you.

All acquired skills are transferable across countries, careers and industries.

By studying at Shafston International College you can:

  • pursue your entrepreneurship ideas at two multi-million dollar innovation hubs that bring together start-up ideas, investors and mentors and identify Brisbane as a centre of innovation in the Asia Pacific region
  • create further opportunities for entrepreneurship study at leading Australian universities.

WANT TO KNOW MORE? DOWNLOAD OUR COURSE GUIDE OR ENQUIRE NOW!

QUICK INFO

Qualification Diploma of Business (Entrepreneurial Focus)
Nationally recognised Yes
National code BSB50215
CRICOS Course Code  087157D
Location Brisbane
Delivery mode Face-to-face classroom delivery
Mixed / Blended
Up to 25% online
Course Duration 34 weeks (including 4 weeks holiday)
Entry Requirements IELTS (Academic) overall 5.5, or equivalent
Academic: Equivalent to an Australian Year 12 qualification
Must be 18 years of age
Start dates

06/07/2020
27/07/2020
14/09/2020
12/10/2020
30/10/2020
18/01/2021
01/03/2021

26/04/2021
14/06/2021
02/08/2021
13/09/2021
08/11/2021
27/12/2021

Awarded by Shafston International College, CRICOS Provider Code: 01542F, RTO Code: 32004

UNIT DETAILS

BSBWOR501 – Manage personal work priorities and professional development
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to create systems and process to organise information and prioritise tasks.
BSBMKG501 – Identify and evaluate marketing opportunities
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify, evaluate and take advantage of marketing opportunities by analysing market data, distinguishing characteristics of possible markets and assessing viability of changes to operations.
BSBADM502 - Manage meetings
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage a range of meetings including overseeing the meeting preparation processes, chairing meetings, organising the minutes and reporting meeting outcomes.
BSBMKG510 – Plan e-marketing communications
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to research, prepare and evaluate an organisational e-marketing plan that integrates electronic communications and website marketing to support marketing objectives.
BSBHRM513 – Manage workforce planning
wThis unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage planning in relation to an organisation’s workforce including researching requirements, developing objectives and strategies, implementing initiatives and monitoring and evaluating trends.
BSBFIM501 - Manage budgets and financial plans
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake financial management. It includes planning and implementing financial management approaches, supporting team members whose role involves aspects of financial operations, monitoring and controlling finances and reviewing and evaluating effectiveness of financial management processes.
BSBINN502 - Build and sustain an innovative work environment
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to create an environment that enables and supports the application of innovative practice focusing on a holistic approach to the integration of innovation across all areas of work practice.

A total of 8 units of competency is required to obtain this qualification. On successful completion of the course students will be issued with the Diploma of Business (Entrepreneurial Focus) (BSB50215) recognised within the Australian Qualification Framework.

STUDENT TESTIMONIALS

  • I have just graduated from my Certifiate III in Early Childhood Education and Care and I am currentely studying the Diploma. Shafston is helping me to develop my knowledge and skills in the Child care sector through teachers and staff who are professionals, friendly and helpful. The classess are challenging and the campus is beautiful with a great green area and an awesome view to the river. The staff assisted me with finding vocational placement in a childcare centre and helped me with all the arrangements. Thanks to my vocational placement, I have already started to work in the childcare industry.

    Ana Maria ~ Spain

  • What I liked about Shafston was the small class sizes. This allowed the teachers to help each student and it made it easier to ask questions. The teachers would always give me advices on how to improve my English which helped me gain more confidence. Although I had a lot of difficulties with my English, I was able to improve my understanding from the supplementary classes where I received one-on-one lessons from my teacher.

    Misa ~ Japan

  • Shafston’s campus and teachers are amazing! I love the fact that there are many different cultures and students here. Back home, there were only two international students in my class. The teachers used very traditional teaching methods. Our entire day was basically writing down notes, which were hard to understand and extremely boring. I really appreciate the conversations I can have with my teacher at Shafston, rather than reading and writing notes all day.

    Shela ~ Malaysia

  • I was really happy with Shafston when I got here. Compared to classrooms back home, it was a complete difference. Classrooms in Taiwan are extremely boring and based highly on information and recall. There is no time for conversations, only time for absorbing information. It was really robotic. I love how Shafston offers conversational learning! I have time to discuss topics with my teacher and classmates, which is a lot more interesting than writing down theory. I also love the environment here. The campus is awesome.

    Mike ~ Taiwan

  • I currently study the Diploma of Business at Shafston, a very popular international college in Australia because of their multicultural community. It has a beautiful environment situated by the river, The classes are enjoyable and attending my classes has also helped me improve my English.

    FeiQuo ~ China

  • Very much valuable. The course is designed in a manner that learning is not limited. I am gaining lot of knowledge through the course. The assignments are really good as they help the students to think out-of-the box and answer. I am very happy doing this course as I am gaining a lot of insight. Also, professionalism and the support being extended by my tutor is really great and I am thankful to Gael.

    Abhayjot ~ India

CAREER OUTCOMES

An entrepreneur is a person who organises and manages a business venture or enterprise with considerable initiative.

Typical of careers requiring elements of entrepreneurial skills:
Corporate and Product Branding, Marketing, Sales Manager, Consulting, Manufacturing, Small Business, Lawyer, IT Systems Manager, Health Services, Financial Services or Public Relations.

PACKAGED PROGRAMS

Business Package 4 | Duration: 114 weeks
BSB40215 Certificate IV in Business
CRICOS: 091407A    Duration: 28 weeks
View Course
BSB50215 Diploma of Business (Entrepreneurial Focus)
CRICOS: 087157D    Duration: 34 weeks
BSB61015 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management
CRICOS: 091405C    Duration: 52 weeks
View Course
Business Package 5 | Duration: 86 weeks
BSB50215 Diploma of Business (Entrepreneurial Focus)
CRICOS: 087157D    Duration: 34 weeks
BSB61015 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management
CRICOS: 091405C    Duration: 52 weeks
View Course
Business Package 6 | Duration: 76 weeks
BSB50215 Diploma of Business (Entrepreneurial Focus)
CRICOS: 087157D    Duration: 34 weeks
BSB51915 Diploma of Leadership and Management
CRICOS: 091406B    Duration: 42 weeks
View Course
Business Package 7 | Duration: 62 weeks
BSB40215 Certificate IV in Business
CRICOS: 091407A    Duration: 28 weeks
View Course
BSB50215 Diploma of Business (Entrepreneurial Focus)
CRICOS: 087157D    Duration: 34 weeks

Please refer to the 2019 VET Application Form for further details about Shafston’s packaged programs.

UNIVERSITY PATHWAYS

GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY

PATHWAYS
Bachelor of Business
Credit Transfer:
 40 credit points

ASSESSMENT

“The process of collecting evidence and making judgements on whether competency has been achieved to confirm that an individual can perform to the standard expected in the workplace, as specified in a training package or a VET accredited course.”  https://www.asqa.gov.au/standards-vac/definitions


Your Shafston teacher will formally assess your skills, knowledge and understanding.   Assessment is competency based, this means you will be required to show / demonstrate the required competencies for the units of competency you are studying.

In order to ensure that Shafston’s assessment is valid, reliable, flexible and fair, Shafston trainers will conduct assessment as per the assessment conditions for each unit of competency you are studying. 

There are many different types of assessment.  Multiple and varied assessments are used to ensure that learners are able to demonstrate competency.  We will ensure that the assessment is conducted in a manner that is fair, flexible, valid and reliable. 

The portal has the following sections Activities, Questioning, Project, and Observation which span across these different tasks.   Some of the assessment tasks are ‘stand-alone’ or they may be a combination of these methods of assessment.


There may be

• Written tasks

Written assessments include case studies, question-answer type tasks, written reports and assignments, including reflective evaluations, self-evaluations,  project work, demonstrations and class presentations.

• Examination

This includes written or spoken ‘question-answer’ type tasks in an examination. 

• Observation

Your teacher will observe your performance of tasks in real or simulated workplace environments.  This includes participation in role-plays, group discussions and demonstrations of practical skills and knowledge.  Students on vocational placement will be observed by a qualified professional.

• Vocational Placement

Vocational placement provides the opportunity to observe professionals in your vocation, gain skills specific to your vocation, engage and interact with your community, and most importantly, to apply what you have learnt in the classroom to the ‘real-world’ vocational environment.  You will be mentored and supported by an industry professional and have a valuable opportunity to learn in a structured workplace environment.  Your teacher as well as the industry professional will both observe your ability to apply the skills, knowledge and attitudes required in workplace situations and environments.

http://shafston.edu/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Best_Practice_Guidelines_for_Vocational_Placement_V1.pdf

• RPL

You may already have the skills and knowledge.  For more information about Recognition of Prior Learning Student Information,  please refer to:  http://shafston.edu/forms-policies-and-procedures/

MODE OF LEARNING

• Mixed / Blended

The formal learning takes place through a structured program of instruction through face to face delivery with your Shafston teacher on the Shafston campus.

You will be able to learn from your teacher and classmates as you study together through a combination of formal classroom based learning and independent study / research.
   – Further support is provided at the weekly Class Tutorial Support sessions with your teacher.
   – Additional support is available at the Academic Literacy sessions.
   – 20 hours of scheduled contact is allocated per week to complete the course requirements with no more than 25% on-line. 
   – This includes real world experience through vocational placement for students enrolled in Early Childhood qualifications

TIMETABLE

HOLIDAYS

HOLIDAYS 2019 – Diploma of Business (Entrepreneurial Focus) (4 Weeks)

Cohort 6 – start 1/10/2018

6 – 10 May 2019
13 – 17 May 2019
20 – 24 May 2019
27 – 31 May 2019

Cohort 7 –  start 26/11/2018

24 – 28 Jun 2019
1 – 5 Jul 2019
8 – 12 Jul 2019
15 – 19 Jul 2019

Cohort 1  – start 14/01/2019

12 – 16 Aug 2019
19 – 23 Aug 2019
26 – 30 Aug 2019
2 – 6 Sep 2019

Cohort 2 – start 04/03/2019

30 – 4 Oct 2019
7 – 11 Oct 2019
14 – 18 Oct 2019
21 – 25 Oct 2019

Cohort 3 – start 22/04/2019  

18 – 22 Nov 2019
25 – 29 Nov 2019
2 – 6 Dec 2019
9 – 13 Dec 2019

Cohort 4 – start 10/06/2019

6 – 10 Jan 2020
13 – 17 Jan 2020
20 – 24 Jan 2020
27 – 31 Jan 2020

PUBLIC HOLIDAYS (No Classes)

New Year’s Day
Australia Day
Good Friday
Easter Saturday
Easter Sunday
Easter Monday
Labour Day
EKKA (Brisbane Only)
Queen’s Birthday
Christmas Holiday

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10/04/20
11/04/20
12/04/20
13/04/20
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