BSB50120 Diploma of Business can be awarded through the process of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) as a generalist qualification, and also in a number of specialisations that reflect your specific technical experience.
Based on your current business skills, knowledge and experience you may be able to achieve the Diploma of Business in one of the following specialisations:
- Diploma of Business (Leadership)
- Diploma of Business (Operations)
- Diploma of Business (Organisational Development)
- Diploma of Business (Compliance)
- Diploma of Business (Business Development)
- Diploma of Business (Digital Transformation)
About the Diploma of Business
BSB50120 Diploma of Business is a qualification that has been designed to reflect the wide variety of functions that businesses and organisations require to operate effectively. This qualification is applicable across all industries focusing in on the operational level.
When it comes to obtaining RPL in the Diploma of Business, the starting point is that you assume a degree of responsibility and technical knowledge within your workplace – both for tackling moderately complex tasks in your workplace and bringing a depth of business experience that benefits the operations of the business.
Whilst you have developed a substantial experience base, at Diploma level you are also committed to your continuing professional development. These are the qualities that can see you take on management responsibilities in your workplace.
When considering RPL for Diploma of Business, you have two choices: firstly, you can take a generalist approach and complete the straight Diploma of Business. This means that you complete a mix of subjects that give a broad coverage of business skills applied in your daily duties.
Alternatively, you can achieve the Diploma of Business as a specialisation through RPL. These specialty streams reflect technical areas that can be required in business functions.
Let’s take a look at the Diploma of Business (Specialisations):
Diploma of Business (Leadership)
BSB50120 Diploma of Business (Leadership) is a widely transferable qualification across industries and occupations. Leading is a skill that is highly desired in workplaces.
The Diploma of Business (Leadership) electives are consistent with the skills and knowledge that sound leadership requires such developing individual team members as well as the wider workforce, looking at performance and working on improving your personal work performance and your team’s performance, and deliberately cultivating a diverse, inclusive and supportive team focused working environment.
Where could this qualification take you?
- Executive Officer
- Office Manager
- Administration Manager (Local Government)
- Team Leader
Check your eligibility for this qualification through a free RPL appraisal.
Diploma of Business (Operations)
BSB50120 Diploma of Business (Operations) is one for business efficiency experts. This qualification is around the focus on managing a specific part of the business.
It is a widely transferable qualification across industries and occupations. As businesses have to fulfil their objectives, operations is the bread and butter of keeping a business or organisation in existence.
The Diploma of Business (Operations) electives are consistent with the skills and knowledge that sound operational practices require such as managing operational plans, risks, records, finances, policies and systems.
Where could this qualification take you?
- Unit Manager
- Risk Manager
- Office Manager
- Records Manager
Check your eligibility for this qualification through a free RPL appraisal.
Diploma of Business (Organisational Development)
BSB50120 Diploma of Business (Organisational Development) is relevant to managers that are responsible for organisational development and making sure that the business continues to grow.
As organisations continue to evolve and respond to a changing business environment, helping an organisation to improve its capacity to navigate change is a skill that is highly desired in workplaces.
Diploma of Business (Organisational Development) starts with the skills, knowledge and responsibilities that drive the big picture needs of a business or organisation.
Where could this qualification take you?
- Contract Manager
- Business Development Manger
- Project Consultant
- Corporate Services Manager
Check your eligibility for this qualification through a free RPL appraisal.
Diploma of Business (Compliance)
BSB50120 Diploma of Business (Compliance) is an exciting new qualification designed to meet today’s business needs.
Compliance responsibilities are key aspects of modern businesses and represents a skill that is highly desired in workplaces.
The Diploma of Business (Compliance) electives are consistent with the skills and knowledge that keep track of how a business is meeting its obligations and standards.
Your experience will be focused on tracking organisational performance through compliance work or auditing. Whether you are delivering in line with contractual obligations or to comply with legislative frameworks, your input could contribute to work health and safety, commercial viability or service outcomes making this a valued specialisation in the public and private sectors.
Where could this qualification take you?
- Compliance Manager
- Work Health and Safety Officer
- Procurement Officer
- Environmental Compliance Officer
Check your eligibility for this qualification through a free RPL appraisal.
Diploma of Business (Business Development)
BSB50120 Diploma of Business (Business Development) is about growing a business through actively seeking improvement opportunities and building business relationships.
Business Development is how a business grows, often with the deliberate strategies to engage customers and improve sales.
Elective units include implementing customer service strategies, managing organisational customer service, managing supplier relationships and building and maintaining business relationships.
The units focus on developing business through key business relationships with customers and suppliers.
Where could this qualification take you?
- Business Development Manager
- Business Sales Team Leader
- Corporate Services Manager
- Customer Service Manager
Check your eligibility for this qualification through a free RPL appraisal.
Diploma of Business (Digital Transformation)
BSB50120 Diploma of Business (Digital Transformation) reflects the emerging priority of organisations in ensuring they have management of their data and digital platforms.
Where some businesses may have lagged in this area, 2020 and COVID-19 highlighted that digital platforms were a necessity and propelled organisations forward swiftly into the digital world. For that reason, the Diploma of Business (Digital Transformation) is a widely transferable qualification across industries and sectors.
The elective units for achieving this qualification through RPL focus on the importance of coordinating digital strategies, analysing data and the ongoing collaboration of the team and review of these digital resources throughout the organisation.
Where could this qualification take you?
- Records Management Coordinator
- Data Analyst
- Business Improvement Consultant
- Project Coordinator
Check your eligibility for this qualification through a free RPL appraisal.
