Mini MBA
Business education has traditionally required choosing between practical-focused short course training programs or an investment in arduous higher education degrees that take years to attain. AIM’s non-accredited Mini MBA provides a new option, enabling you to develop a comprehensive business skill set in a targeted, efficient, and practical setting.
This course is delivered in a blended model of online and on-campus or virtual study. It consists of six online modules – Leadership, Strategy, Customers, Numbers, Change, and Action – with each subsequent module unlocking as you progress through the material. This creates an immersive and practical learning journey where you build up your knowledge in accessible stages and the self-paced delivery mode enables you to complete your study wherever and whenever best suits you.
After completing the online learning, you will join your peers for a two-day workshop at one of AIM’s conveniently located campuses or via our virtual campus. You will practise using the skills and tools you have learnt to build your experience in turning strategy into action, while developing your ability to communicate, collaborate, and innovate.
*Please note that the Mini MBA is not accredited or recognised by the Australian Qualifications Framework.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course you’ll be able to:
- Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to business issues
- Communicate a vision and develop strategic initiatives that inspire and challenge the business
- Develop leadership techniques that influence and engage others to achieve results
- Utilise business tools to inform strategic analysis and decision making
- Apply models of organisational transformation to lead sustainable change, influence stakeholders, and manage resistance
- Conduct market analysis to develop and implement marketing strategies for competitive advantage
- Interpret and analyse financial information to plan for, implement, and manage financial performance
Looking to undertake a fully accredited MBA Degree? Find out more about the AIM Business School MBA+.
Adapt. Lead. Thrive.
The Mini MBA is delivered in a blended model of 20 hours self-paced online study in addition to a 2-day on-campus or virtual workshop.
Stage One
20 hours self-paced study when it’s convenient for you
Stage Two
2-day face-to-face or virtual workshop studying with your peers
You start your learning journey with a contemporary and interactive online learning experience, during which you will explore 6 modules:
Creating a Vision
Leader Mindset
Culture and Values
Results with Empathy
Where, Why and How?
Influence and Direction
Purpose with Passion
Thinking Strategically
Marketing Techniques
The Rise of Digital
Magic Moments
Communication to Engage
Economic Thinking
Financial Management
Budgeting & Forecasting
Strategic Analysis
Adapt and Thrive
Coaching Conversations
Challenging Resistance
Cultivating the Team
Mindfulness and Resilience
Using your Tools
Harnessing Energy
Bringing People with you
Next, experience a highly engaging 2 Day workshop. Join your peers for a fun and challenging two days that combine critical skills of collaboration, communication, innovation, and leadership, ending with a Mini Graduation where you will be awarded your Mini MBA Certificate.
Upcoming Courses
Learn it. Earn it. Share it.
By completing AIM’s Mini MBA course, you will receive a certificate to recognise the high standard of learning and skill development you have attained. Print your industry-recognised certificate of attainment or share electronically to demonstrate your ever-growing value to employers and peers.
Included Online Courses
Mini MBA also gives you free access to the following online courses valued at $4125:
Creative Thinking and Continuous Improvement (Online)
Introduction to Project Management (Online)
Effective Communication (Online)
Delivery mode
Online – 6 modules
The online component of the Mini MBA is delivered online via our state-of-the-art learning portal MyAIM. Each module unlocks as you progress through the material, ensuring you have an impactful learning experience that enables you to apply your learning to the real world.
On-Campus/Virtual – 2 days on-campus workshops or virtual sessions
The face-to-face component of the Mini MBA is set in interactive classrooms at one of our five campuses across Australia or via our virtual classrom. Through both delivery modes you will be able to share first-hand experiences, ideas, and questions with peers and our expert facilitators.
Additional Information
All students receive:
- Comprehensive course notes
- Free access to 3 x Online Short Courses
On-campus students receive:
- Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea
- Internet access
Please advise AIM when booking if you have any dietary or accessibility requests.
Virtual students will require the following:
- Computer or mobile device
- An internet connection (broadband/4G+ recommended)
- Speakers and a microphone
- A webcam
Payment Options
We require full payment to be made upfront prior to attending the training. Payment options we offer include:
- Credit Card (Visa/MasterCard/Amex)
- Direct Deposit (EFT)
- Purchase Order
- Payment Plan - zipMoney
Our Facilitators
AIM facilitators are experienced practitioners with a robust mix of academic and practical expertise. We believe the education of the future managers of Australia to be a highly important task. Who is better placed to teach the art and science of management than those with current, daily real-world experience?
Our motto: By managers, for managers.
In-House Training Solutions
Contextualising training engagements for your industry or organisation maximises relevance and increases the transfer of learning into the workplace. Develop team cohesion and achieve your specific business objectives through a shared, in-house learning solution.
AIM’s experienced learning designers develop both accredited and unaccredited learning engagements to build the critical competencies you need for success. Join over 500 organisations creating compelling and engaging AIM tailored learning solutions for industries including Government, Health, Financial Services, Mining, Manufacturing, Construction and more.
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About Steve Fearns
Steve Fearns is a highly engaging, motivating leadership consultant and life strategist who assists teams, organisations, and individuals to unleash their leadership potential at every level of the organisation. Building on a wealth of corporate experience from the UK, US, and Australia with organisations as diverse as Coca-Cola through to Lifeline, he specialises in leadership development, coaching, emotional fitness, transformational change, and creating high performing teams and cultures.
Steve is certified in Emotional Intelligence, High-Performance Mindset, DiSC, Lego Serious Play, Strategic Intervention, and Life Coaching, is an NLP Practitioner, and was a NSW Trainer of the Year Finalist. His unique and high energy approach combines cutting-edge leadership strategies with the latest developments in neuroscience. What makes Steve different is his ability to reinforce positive leadership behaviours through inspirational experiences, rather than just talk about the leadership concept.
