BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business
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Qualification Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals in a variety of Business Services job roles. These individuals may have supervisory performance accountabilities.
Individuals in these roles carry out a mix of specialist and moderately complex administrative or operational tasks that require self-development skills. They use well-developed skills and a broad knowledge base to apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems and analyse information from a variety of sources. They may provide leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 12
6 core units plus
6 elective units, of which:
- 2 elective units must be selected from Group A
- for the remaining 4 elective units:
- up to 4 units may be selected from Groups A – J
- if not listed, up to 2 units may be selected from a Certificate III, Certificate IV or Diploma from this or any other currently endorsed Training Package qualification or accredited course.
Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
Specialisations
This qualification can provide for specialisations. To achieve a specialisation, the following additional packaging rules must be adhered to:
- For specialisation in Leadership, 4 elective units must be selected from Group B
- For specialisation in Business Administration, 4 elective units must be selected from Group C
- For specialisation in Business Operations, 4 elective units must be selected from Group D
- For specialisation in Sustainability, 4 elective units must be selected from Group E
- For specialisation in Big Data, 4 elective units must be selected from Group F
- For specialisation in Cyber Security, 4 elective units must be selected from Group G
- For specialisation in Financial Administration, 4 elective units must be selected from Group H
- For specialisation in Records and Information Management, 4 elective units must be selected from Group I
- For specialisation in Procurement, 4 elective units must be selected from Group J.
The achievement of a specialisation will be identified on a testamur as follows:
- BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business (Leadership)
- BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business (Administration)
- BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business (Operations)
- BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business (Sustainability)
- BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business (Big Data)
- BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business (Cyber Security)
- BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business (Finance)
- BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business (Records and Information Management)
- BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business (Procurement).
Units
Core Units
Unit Code | Unit Title |
---|---|
BSBCRT411 | Apply critical thinking to work practices |
BSBTEC404 | Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment |
BSBTWK401 | Build and maintain business relationships |
BSBWHS411 | Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs |
BSBWRT411 | Write complex documents |
BSBXCM401 | Apply communication strategies in the workplace |
Elective Units
Group A – Self-development
Code | Unit Title |
---|---|
BSBPEF401 | Manage personal health and wellbeing |
BSBPEF402 | Develop personal work priorities |
BSBPEF403 | Lead personal development |
BSBPEF502 | Develop and use emotional intelligence |
Group B – Leadership
Code | Unit Title |
---|---|
BSBATSIM421 | Support a positive and culturally appropriate workforce culture |
BSBCMM411 | Make presentations |
BSBCMM412 | Lead difficult conversations |
BSBCRT412 | Articulate, present and debate ideas |
BSBCRT413 | Collaborate in creative processes |
BSBHRM413 | Support the learning and development of teams and individuals |
BSBLDR411 | Demonstrate leadership in the workplace |
BSBPEF501 | Manage personal and professional development |
BSBSTR401 | Promote innovation in team environments |
BSBXDB501 | Support staff members with disability in the workplace |
BSBXTW401 | Lead and facilitate a team |
Group C – Business Administration
Code | Unit Title |
---|---|
BSBAUD412 | Work within compliance frameworks |
BSBHRM417 | Support human resources functions and processes |
BSBINS402 | Coordinate workplace information systems |
BSBOPS306 | Record stakeholder interactions |
BSBOPS401 | Coordinate business resources |
BSBOPS405 | Organise business meetings |
BSBPMG430 | Undertake project work |
BSBTEC401 | Design and produce complex text documents |
BSBTEC402 | Design and produce complex spreadsheets |
BSBTEC403 | Apply digital solutions to work processes |
Group D – Business Operations
Code | Unit Title |
---|---|
BSBESB401 | Research and develop business plans |
BSBHRM415 | Coordinate recruitment and onboarding |
BSBINS401 | Analyse and present research information |
BSBMKG431 | Assess marketing opportunities |
BSBMKG433 | Undertake marketing activities |
BSBMKG434 | Promote products and services |
BSBOPS402 | Coordinate business operational plans |
BSBOPS403 | Apply business risk management processes |
BSBOPS404 | Implement customer service strategies |
BSBOPS406 | Participate in organisational governance |
BSBPRC402 | Negotiate contracts |
BSBSTR402 | Implement continuous improvement |
BSBSTR503 | Develop organisational policy |
BSBTEC405 | Review and maintain organisation’s digital presence |
SIRXMKT002 | Use social media to engage customers |
SIRXOSM005 | Develop a basic website for customer engagement |
SIRXSLS003 | Achieve sales results |
Group E – Sustainability
Code | Unit Title |
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BSBSUS411 | Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices |
BSBSUS412 | Develop and implement workplace sustainability plans |
BSBSUS413 | Evaluate and report on workplace sustainability |
BSBSUS511 | Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability |
CPPCMN4009 | Develop team understanding of and commitment to sustainability |
MSS015025 | Develop a business case for sustainability improvements |
Group F – Big Data
Code | Unit Title |
---|---|
BSBXBD401 | Capture and store big data |
BSBXBD402 | Test big data samples |
BSBXBD403 | Analyse big data |
BSBXBD404 | Use big data for operational decision making |
BSBXBD405 | Develop procedures for managing big data |
BSBXBD406 | Present big data insights |
BSBXBD407 | Protect big data integrity |
BSBXBD408 | Implement and review procedures for managing big data |
Group G – Cyber Security
Code | Unit Title |
---|---|
BSBXCS401 | Maintain security of digital devices |
BSBXCS402 | Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices |
BSBXCS403 | Contribute to cyber security threat assessments |
BSBXCS404 | Contribute to cyber security risk management |
BSBXCS405 | Contribute to cyber security incident responses |
Group H – Financial Administration
Code | Unit Title |
---|---|
BSBFIN301 | Process financial transactions |
BSBFIN302 | Maintain financial records |
BSBFIN401 | Report on financial activity |
BSBHRM416 | Process payroll |
BSBPRC406 | Conduct e-procurement |
FNSACC312 | Administer subsidiary accounts and ledgers |
FNSACC411 | Process business tax requirements |
FNSACC412 | Prepare operational budgets |
FNSTPB402 | Establish and maintain payroll systems |
Group I – Records and Information Management
Code | Unit Title |
---|---|
BSBINS402 | Coordinate workplace information systems |
BSBINS408 | Provide information from and about records |
BSBINS409 | Maintain and monitor digital information and records |
BSBINS410 | Implement records systems for small business |
BSBINS502 | Coordinate data management |
BSBINS504 | Maintain digital repositories |
Group J – Procurement
Code | Unit Title |
---|---|
BSBPMG427 | Apply project procurement procedures |
BSBPRC401 | Plan procurement |
BSBPRC402 | Negotiate contracts |
BSBPRC403 | Conduct international procurement |
BSBPRC406 | Conduct e-procurement |
PSPPCM006 | Select providers and develop contracts |
PSPPCM007 | Manage contracts |
PSPPCM011 | Plan to manage a contract |
PSPPCM018 | Conduct demand and procurement spend analysis |
Who Can Apply
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Previous Training
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Volunteer Work
You've developed skills through unpaid positions, community service, or volunteer activities.
Self-Directed Learning
You've acquired knowledge through independent study, research, or self-guided practice.
Life Experience
You've gained relevant skills through personal projects, hobbies, or life circumstances that apply to your field.
Overseas Qualifications or Experience
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100 Points ID
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Education Certificates
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Work Experience
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Supporting Documents
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