BSB50120 Diploma of Business (Operations)
If you want to ensure the day-to-day operations of your organisation run smoothly, this qualification will provide you with the knowledge to have long-term career success in this role.
The ideal training option for professionals who want to improve their ability to manage business continuity, AIM's BSB50120 Diploma of Business (Operations) covers essential knowledge areas of Australian business. Emphasising real-world business practice, it will equip you with skills across resource management, sustainability, leadership, and communication, while also improving your ability to manage essential operations.
Who should undertake this qualification?
This qualification is suited to people who want to transition from a non-managerial role to a leadership role in operations while developing their skills in core business areas such as resource management, sustainability, leadership, and communication. Students undertaking this qualification may already possess substantial experience with sound theoretical business skills and knowledge and are seeking to further develop their skills across a range of business functions.
Possible Career Outcomes
Potential career pathways for graduates of this qualification include roles such as an Executive Officer or Administrator. Previous graduates of this program have gone on to roles ranging from clerical and administrative roles to community service and professional roles across a wide variety of industries including Education and Training, Health Care and Social Assistance and Retail Trade.
*As per data from the Australian Government Department of Education and Training as well as the National Centre for Vocational Education Research.
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Time Commitment
The time it will take to develop competency in the units that form this qualification is dependent on existing skills and experience.
Typically, to complete within the specified course duration, it is recommended that students commit approximately 17 hours per week to developing their competency through a range of learning, work-based skills testing and assessment activities
Assessments
Within the AIM assessment model, competency is demonstrated through answering knowledge questions and completing workplace-based practical assessment tasks. These tasks may include the need to utilise workplace-based activities involving others or participation in role plays, which will need to be videoed and submitted as part of the assessment evidence. You may be expected to source and research additional materials as part of your study.
Units of Competency
This table below reflects the core units (C) and pre-selected elective units (E) of this course.
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| MODULE 1 - DEVELOP CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS | |
| BSBCRT511 | Develop critical thinking in others (E) - This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop critical and creative thinking skills in others within a workplace context. |
| MODULE 2 - WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION | |
| BSBXCM501 | Lead communication in the workplace (C) - This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead communication in the workplace within any industry. |
| MODULE 3 - BUSINESS PLANNING AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT | |
| BSBOPS601 | Develop and implement business plans (E) - This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead a business operation that covers the steps required to develop and implement business plans. |
| BSBFIN501 | Manage budgets and financial plans (C) - This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake financial management in an organisation or work area. It includes planning and implementing financial management approaches and supporting and evaluating effectiveness of financial management processes. |
| BSBOPS501 | Manage business resources (C) - This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage resources according to planned business strategies. It includes analysing resource requirements, developing resource plans, allocating resources, and reviewing and reporting on resource usage. |
| MODULE 4 - SUSTAINABILITY AND CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT | |
| BSBSUS511 | Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability (C) - This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and implement workplace sustainability policies and to modify the policy to suit changed circumstances. |
| BSBSTR502 | Facilitate continuous improvement (E) - This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead and manage continuous improvement systems and processes. Particular emphasis is on the development of systems and the analysis of information to monitor and adjust performance strategies, and to manage opportunities for further improvements. |
| MODULE 5 - BUSINESS RISK MANAGEMENT | |
| BSBOPS504 | Manage business risk (E) - This unit describes skills and knowledge required to manage business risks in a range of contexts across an organisation or for a specific business unit or area in any industry setting. |
| MODULE 6 - UNDERSTANDING AND ANALYSING DATA | |
| BSBDAT501 | Analyse data (E) - This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to analyse data from a range of sources and to report findings of that data analysis. |
| MODULE 7 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT PLANNING | |
| BSBPMG430 | Undertake project work (E) - This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake a minor project or a section of a larger project. It covers developing a project plan, administering and monitoring the project, finalising the project and reviewing the project to identify lessons learned for application to future projects. |
| MODULE 8 - OPERATIONAL PLANNING | |
| BSBOPS502 | Manage business operational plans (E) - This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and monitor the implementation of operational plans to support efficient and effective workplace practices and organisational productivity and profitability. |
| MODULE 9 - BUSINESS CONTINUITY PLANNING | |
| BSBSTR603 | Develop business continuity plans (E) - This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work within the business continuity framework to develop and implement business continuity plans for an organisation to manage risk and ensure business resilience when faced with a disruptive event. This unit addresses the knowledge and processes necessary to develop and maintain business continuity requirements. |
Additional Information
Completion of the BSB50120 Diploma of Business (Operations) provides you with the necessary skills and knowledge to pursue studies at a higher level. Courses of interest might include the BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management or the BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management.
You may also consider advancing your qualifications by pursuing a postgraduate pathway towards a full MBA. AIM offers the Graduate Certificate in Management, Graduate Diploma in Management and the Masters of Business Administration. Study is available in both online and face-to-face delivery modes.
For more information, speak to one of our Senior Training Advisors on 1300 658 337.
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for enrolment at AIM into the BSB50120 - Diploma of Business (Operations) you must:
- have a minimum of two years equivalent full-time workplace experience
- be 18 years of age or older at the time of enrolment
- be technologically literate and have access to the Microsoft Office suite or equivalent
- have continuous internet access
- have access to a workplace
- have a Unique Student Identifier (USI) number (you can receive a USI or check if you already have one by visiting www.usi.gov.au/students/get-a-usi)
- have the ability to read and write English and display numeracy skills to at least Year 12 level.
Find out more about the AIM Student Entry Procedure.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Recognition of skills and knowledge gained through previous studies, work and life experiences may be used to award competency for Units of Competency within this qualification. Read more on Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer or call 1300 658 337.
Payment Options
Complete the enquiry form below or call 1300 658 337 to learn more about the following payment options and tuition fees.
- Pay upfront for the full cost of your qualification in one easy payment.
- Defer all or part of your tuition fees with flexible payment options through AIM's finance partner, zipMoney.
- Funding options may be available in your state, please contact us for more information.
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