BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business (Administration)
You'll learn to develop specialist skills applicable in a wide variety of administrative contexts. You will work with others, consult and negotiate, solve problems, and critically assess situations to complete a range of administrative tasks.
This course is low fee* for residents of Western Australia and temporary residents holding certain visa types. An annual fee cap of $400 for those aged 15-24 or concession holders or $1,200 for everyone else, applies to this course. Some eligibility conditions apply for the low fee training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs(opens in a new tab) for more information.
*Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the low fee training.
Overview
Campus Perth | Leederville
When Semester 1, 2026 | Semester 2, 2026 | Continuous enrolment
How On campus | Online | Traineeship
Gain a strong foundation in current business trends
In our simulated business workplace you will experience an environment that reflects current industry trends and replicates organisational operations.
You'll develop specialist skills applicable in a wide variety of administrative contexts. You will work with others, consult and negotiate, solve problems, and critically assess situations to complete a range of administrative tasks. All under the expert guidance of trainers with expertise and knowledge of business operations in changing and evolving environments.
- Coordinate administrative systems and use digital tools to collaborate effectively in teams
- Develop and manage spreadsheets and other business software to organise information and complete tasks
- Apply critical thinking and creative problem-solving to workplace processes and business decisions
- Use social media and analytics to support business strategies
- Communicate clearly and build strong professional relationships across diverse environments
- Follow workplace policies, procedures, and health and safety requirements
- Deliver high-quality customer service and manage client interactions
- Understand different business structures and prepare for entry-level business roles
I have the following attributes:
- Strong communication skills, including participation in discussions and online platforms
- Ability to analyse and interpret information
- Sound literacy and numeracy skills
- Good organisational, planning, and time-management skills
- Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Confidence using digital tools, learning platforms, and basic business software
- Self-motivation, initiative, and a willingness to apply learning and act on feedback
- Innovation and adaptability in applying skills to real or simulated business scenarios
Important information
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Continuous enrolment, 2026
Details
Course fees
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSBCRT411 Apply critical thinking to work practices | $89.10 | $26.40 | $0.00 |
| BSBTEC404 Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment | $72.90 | $21.60 | $0.00 |
| BSBTWK401 Build and maintain business relationships | $72.90 | $21.60 | $0.00 |
| BSBWHS411 Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs | $64.80 | $19.20 | $0.00 |
| BSBWRT411 Write complex documents | $81.00 | $24.00 | $0.00 |
| BSBXCM401 Apply communication strategies in the workplace | $72.90 | $21.60 | $0.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$64.80 | $19.20 | $0.00 |
|
|
$81.00 | $24.00 | $0.00 |
|
|
$89.10 | $26.40 | $0.00 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $0.00 |
|
|
$145.80 | $43.20 | $0.00 |
|
|
$72.90 | $21.60 | $0.00 |
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for local students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Semester 1, 2026
Details
Course fees
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSBCRT411 Apply critical thinking to work practices | $89.10 | $26.40 | $5.00 |
| BSBTEC404 Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment | $72.90 | $21.60 | $5.00 |
| BSBTWK401 Build and maintain business relationships | $72.90 | $21.60 | $0.00 |
| BSBWHS411 Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs | $64.80 | $19.20 | $5.00 |
| BSBWRT411 Write complex documents | $81.00 | $24.00 | $5.00 |
| BSBXCM401 Apply communication strategies in the workplace | $72.90 | $21.60 | $5.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$64.80 | $19.20 | $5.00 |
|
|
$81.00 | $24.00 | $5.00 |
|
|
$89.10 | $26.40 | $5.00 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $5.00 |
|
|
$145.80 | $43.20 | $0.00 |
|
|
$97.20 | $28.80 | $0.00 |
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for local students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Details
Course fees
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSBCRT411 Apply critical thinking to work practices | $89.10 | $26.40 | $0.00 |
| BSBTEC404 Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment | $72.90 | $21.60 | $0.00 |
| BSBTWK401 Build and maintain business relationships | $72.90 | $21.60 | $0.00 |
| BSBWHS411 Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs | $64.80 | $19.20 | $0.00 |
| BSBWRT411 Write complex documents | $81.00 | $24.00 | $0.00 |
| BSBXCM401 Apply communication strategies in the workplace | $72.90 | $21.60 | $0.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$64.80 | $19.20 | $0.00 |
|
|
$81.00 | $24.00 | $0.00 |
|
|
$89.10 | $26.40 | $0.00 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $0.00 |
|
|
$145.80 | $43.20 | $0.00 |
|
|
$97.20 | $28.80 | $0.00 |
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for local students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Semester 2, 2026
Details
Course fees
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSBCRT411 Apply critical thinking to work practices | $89.10 | $26.40 | $5.00 |
| BSBTEC404 Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment | $72.90 | $21.60 | $5.00 |
| BSBTWK401 Build and maintain business relationships | $72.90 | $21.60 | $0.00 |
| BSBWHS411 Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs | $64.80 | $19.20 | $5.00 |
| BSBWRT411 Write complex documents | $81.00 | $24.00 | $5.00 |
| BSBXCM401 Apply communication strategies in the workplace | $72.90 | $21.60 | $5.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$64.80 | $19.20 | $5.00 |
|
|
$81.00 | $24.00 | $5.00 |
|
|
$89.10 | $26.40 | $5.00 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $5.00 |
|
|
$145.80 | $43.20 | $0.00 |
|
|
$97.20 | $28.80 | $0.00 |
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for local students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Details
Course fees
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSBCRT411 Apply critical thinking to work practices | $89.10 | $26.40 | $0.00 |
| BSBTEC404 Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment | $72.90 | $21.60 | $0.00 |
| BSBTWK401 Build and maintain business relationships | $72.90 | $21.60 | $0.00 |
| BSBWHS411 Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs | $64.80 | $19.20 | $0.00 |
| BSBWRT411 Write complex documents | $81.00 | $24.00 | $0.00 |
| BSBXCM401 Apply communication strategies in the workplace | $72.90 | $21.60 | $0.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$64.80 | $19.20 | $0.00 |
|
|
$81.00 | $24.00 | $0.00 |
|
|
$89.10 | $26.40 | $0.00 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $0.00 |
|
|
$145.80 | $43.20 | $0.00 |
|
|
$97.20 | $28.80 | $0.00 |
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for local students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
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