BSB40320
Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business
Build Practical Skills to Start or Grow Your Own BusinessStarting or growing a business comes with constant decisions — what to offer, how to market it, how to manage money and where to focus your energy. It’s easy to feel capable but unsure if you’re building things on the right foundation. This qualification helps you turn ideas into structured, well-planned ventures with the skills to manage risk, finances, marketing and operations confidently.
100% Online Delivery
Build practical business start-up and growth capability
9–16 Month Completion
Strengthen marketing, planning and financial-management skills
Flexible Payment Options: VISA, MasterCard, time payments.
Affordable weekly or fortnightly payment plans available.
NSW Smart & Skilled funding approved (subject to eligibility and funding availability). See our Funding Information page for full details.
Build Practical Skills to Start or Grow Your Own BusinessStarting or growing a business comes with constant decisions — what to offer, how to market it, how to manage money and where to focus your energy. It’s easy to feel capable but unsure if you’re building things on the right foundation. This qualification helps you turn ideas into structured, well-planned ventures with the skills to manage risk, finances, marketing and operations confidently.
What You'll Develop
- Skills to identify and evaluate new business opportunities
- Understanding of legal and risk requirements for new ventures
- Resource-coordination skills for business operations
- Practical marketing and promotional capability
- Customer-service strategy and improvement skills
- Financial planning for start-ups and small enterprises
- Financial-management skills for ongoing operations
- Operational strategy development for new ventures
- Ability to research, design and develop business plans
- Confidence to communicate and pitch business ideas
Quick Facts
Duration
9–16 months (self-paced, fast-track available)Study Mode
100% online – self-paced and flexible, with people to help when you need itUnits
Assessment
Workplace projects — no examsSupport
Unlimited trainer support by phone and emailCredit Transfer and RPL PathwaysIf you have any past studies or experience, you may be eligible to receive credit where possible. This means you don’t need to relearn what you already know and can significantly reduce your study time by up to 60%.
Most experienced workers save 3 to 6 months of study time through RPL. Your practical experience has real value and we help you prove it.
Comprehensive Curriculum
Each module typically takes around 4 weeks to complete but can be completed faster if your personal time allows.Module 1
Investigate Business OpportunitiesLearn how to assess real-world opportunities, understand market needs and evaluate whether a business idea is genuinely viable.
Module 2
Establish Legal and Risk Management Requirements of New Business VenturesNew ventures need strong foundations; gain clarity on legal obligations, registrations, compliance and risk controls.
Module 3
Coordinate Business ResourcesResources must be managed carefully in early-stage businesses; learn to organise equipment, suppliers and operational requirements.
Module 4
Market New Business VenturesMarketing is essential for growth; build skills to identify audiences, create marketing strategies and support early-stage promotion.
Module 5
Promote Products and ServicesStrengthen your ability to plan and execute promotional activities that support brand awareness and customer attraction.
Module 6
Implement Customer Service StrategiesCustomer experience influences reputation; learn to create and implement strategies that support positive service and repeat business.
Module 7
Plan Finances for New Business VenturesCash flow makes or breaks new ventures; this module helps you build realistic financial plans, budgets and forecasting tools.
Module 8
Manage Finances for New Business VenturesLearn how to monitor performance, manage business finances and make decisions that support sustainable growth.
Module 9
Establish Operational Strategies and Procedures for New Business VenturesTurn ideas into action; develop operations, processes and day-to-day structures that keep a business running smoothly.
Module 10
Research and Develop Business PlansBring everything together; design a complete business plan that communicates your goals, strategy, structure and financial direction.
Entry Requirements
To make sure this course is the right fit and that you’re set up for success, you’ll need to meet the following entry requirements.Notes:• Applicants who do not meet the above criteria may request a meeting with the Training Manager/CEO. Enrolment may be accepted at their discretion.• These requirements do not apply to Traineeships but are strongly recommended.
Honest WarningPeople without the recommended experience often struggle and may not complete the course. This is simply due to the level of responsibility required in the assessments. If you have any past studies or experience, you may be eligible to receive credit where possible. This means you don’t need to relearn what you already know and can significantly reduce your study time by up to 60%.
Career PathwaysEntrepreneurial capability is valuable in both self-employment and organisational roles. These skills support start-ups, small businesses, side ventures and innovation-focused positions. Income varies widely depending on business type, industry and scale. Entrepreneurial roles often align with $60K–$120K+ once established.
Graduate Success Stories
“I now understand financials a lot better. I will now keep better records more details and keep a close eye on sales an more often and record more. Through the training process I have learnt to be thinking ahead, to writer down strategies and to measure success. I now have more confidence in my business decisions based on fact now rather than instinct.”
Helen Gosse
“The course gives you a greater understanding of the way a business runs. I now personally have a greater understanding of bookkeeping and understand how the balance sheets cashflow and profit and loss fit into the total financial look of the business.”
Joanne Mobbs
“The workshops are Excellent. Through this course I have changed my attitude towards customers and fellow workers. I have improved my customer relations. The course gives you a greater insight and skills into all areas of business.”
Andria Zanki