BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business

CRICOS Course Code: 106722G  Campus location: Sydney

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who use well-developed skills and a broad knowledge base in a wide variety of contexts. They apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems, and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. They may provide leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.

 

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

This course is open to both international and domestic students aged 18 years and over. Applicants are required to provide evidence of meeting the academic and English language entry requirements. Student visa requirements may vary depending on individual circumstances. Students should refer to the Department of Home Affairs website www.homeaffairs.gov.au/  or seek advice from a registered migration agent.

Academic Requirements:

• Successful completion of Year 12 or equivalent and/or above

Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) Skills

As part of the Standards for RTOs 2025 set by the Department of Education, all students are required to complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) skills assessment before enrolment. This helps us ensure that you have the core skills needed to successfully complete your chosen course. If the assessment identifies any support needs, the College will provide reasonable assistance or learning support to help you meet the course requirements.

English Language Requirements: as follows:

• IELTS 6.0 overall (no less than 5.5 in each band) or equivalent test result, or General English / EAP at the Upper Intermediate level from an approved ELICOS provider

Any AQF qualification at the Certificate IV or above in any discipline area delivered and assessed in English only will be deemed as meeting the English language entry requirements.

 

 

 

DURATION

BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business duration is 52 weeks. There are 40 weeks of course delivery plus 12 weeks term break.

 

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

• Administrator
• Project Officer
• Office Coordinator
• Business Development Manager

 

PATHWAYS

On completing this qualification students can choose:

• BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management

 

QUALIFICATION STRUCTURE AND COURSE CONTENT

To be awarded BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business, students must successfully complete 12 units of competency, made up of:

• 6 core units
• 6 elective units

 

 

Core Units

Unit Code	Unit Name
BSBCRT411	Apply critical thinking to work practices
BSBTEC404	Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment
BSBWHS411	Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements
BSBXCM401	Apply communication strategies in the workplace
BSBWRT411	Write complex documents
BSBTWK401	Build and maintain business relationships

 

 

Elective Units

Unit Code	Unit Name
BSBPEF401	Manage personal health and wellbeing
BSBPEF402	Develop personal work priorities
BSBINS401	Analyse and present research information
BSBFIN401	Report on financial activity
BSBTEC402	Design and produce complex spreadsheets
BSBMKG434	Promote products and services

 

*Units are subject to change in line with training package requirements, regulatory updates, and Mercury Colleges’ course delivery arrangements.

DELIVERY STRUCTURE

Students attend the College for 15 hours per week for classroom-based learning, practical activities, and assessment.

In addition, students undertake a structured study program through the online learning platform, completing approximately 5 hours of study per week on a unit-by-unit basis. To maximise learning outcomes, students are expected to complete self-directed study in their own time.

 

ASSESSMENT STRUCTURE
Students access and complete their assessments through the ELearn online learning platform.

Assessment methods include:

• Demonstrations
• Presentations
• Class Tests
• Projects
• Written Reports

RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS

Students are required to have access to a laptop or computer to complete learning activities, assessments and course requirements both in class and outside of scheduled study hours. Access to on-campus computer facilities is subject to availability. Students will be provided with access to the College’s online learning platform, which contains course materials, learning resources, and assessment tools.

 

COURSE CREDIT AND/OR RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Students may be entitled to gain course credit and/or recognition before or after commencing the course that will exempt them from completing one or more units of competency. The Student Handbook contains more information.

 

EXIT POINT/AWARD

Students who successfully complete all 12 units of competency will be issued with the BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business by Mercury Colleges. This qualification is recognised nationally under the Australian Qualifications Framework.

Students who successfully complete one or more units of competency, but do not complete the full qualification, may be eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment for the units completed.

 

INTAKES

Mercury Colleges offers rolling intakes with one scheduled each block.