courses - Business and Management Courses

Take a step toward being a Marketing or Sales Manager! This is a flexible, relevant course for those wanting to move into supervisory or managerial positions. It offers core study options (including Office Practice, Management, Business Operations and Marketing Foundations), as well as specialist subjects, which focus on those areas highly applicable to marketing. These are: Sales... more

Training for Entrepreneurs, Small Businessmen or anyone seeking to improve their career prospects in the world of Commerce. It offers core study options (including Office Practice, Management, Business Operations and Marketing Foundations), as well as specialist subjects, which focus on those areas highly applicable to small business. These are: Bookkeeping I (the successful completion of which... more

This is a flexible, relevant course for those wanting to train to move into supervisory or managerial positions. It offers core study options (including Office Practice, Management, Business Operations and Marketing Foundations), as well as specialist subjects, which focus on those areas highly applicable to supervision and management. These are: Supervision, Motivation, and Personnel... more

Learn how to write and use effective advertising copy, and to plan and manage an appropriate promotional campaign for any product or service, in any industry. This course will firstly help you to understand the marketing world, then develop your marketing decision making skills, as well as your general marketing skills. Learn to take a Product or Service and Promote it EffectivelyUpon enrolment,... more

Effective Human Resource Management is an essential part of the development and execution of company strategy. A great Human Resource Manager is multi-skilled, and has a broad knowledge base. This course is a comprehensive foundation on which to build a strong career in HR. It covers a diverse range of subjects; which is indicative of the scope of this profession. The course has been developed... more

Marketing Managers are responsible for all aspects of marketing, not just sales (Sales managers deal only with sales). In smaller businesses, the marketing manager may often also be the sales manager, but in large well structured organisations, the Marketing Manager could find themselves in charge of tasks as diverse as stock control and transport, packaging, general promotions, and after sales... more

This course is a natural progression from Bookkeeping I. It covers stock control and other issues not covered in Bookkeeping I, and looks at accounting for trading firms, and the differences between recording and reporting. It consists of 12 lessons.ACS has been named an "Accredited Training Centre" by the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers. Students who complete the Bookkeeping I or Bookkeeping... more

ACS has been named an "Accredited Training Centre" by the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers. Students who complete this Bookkeeping I course are now eligible to join this institute. See www.icb.org.au for more information about this institute.This is a basic bookkeeping course, suitable for either the beginner, or people with only basic knowledge. It provides a very sound foundation, and does... more

To ensure success in business, you need to begin with a strong foundation of skills and knowledge in various aspects of business operation and planning.This course is a good choice if you're wondering where to start. It covers vital topics such as finance, financial record keeping, financial management, business planning, mistakes to avoid, and more.This course does overlap with Business Studies... more

Planning is an integral part of the success of a business. In every business, there are certain things that should be planned for, using systematic, proven methods. This course will help you to develop a better capacity to plan, and in turn, develop a better capacity to successfully manage a business.Planning is an integral part of the success of a business. In every business, there are... more

Establishing and managing a small business, or a department within a larger business, requires knowledge and skill. As well as teaching you 'the basics', this course will teach you to develop and implement procedures that work as controlling mechanisms which can sometimes deal with problems automatically as they arise. You will learn to evaluate performance and implement appropriate responses,... more

Work in legal practice or support, para legal or other law related jobs.The legal and crime prevention industries are huge; and only a small proportion of people who work in these professions are lawyers. Everyone working in these industries still needs to understand legal language; have good communication and organisational skills and be able to interact with and support the overall purpose of... more

Develop a capacity to manage a small business, start a small business and manage projects.This course provides the building blocks of management knowledge. Covering areas such as Bookkeeping, Motivation, Supervision, Business Planning, Project Management and Industrial Psychology, it will equip you with the knowledge and skills that will help to grow your business. This course is internationally... more

A successful career in marketing depends very much on the most appropriate training. An outgoing personality, organized and communicative is an asset, but education is a key factor for success. This course provides a solid foundation for working in marketing, either in your own business, or in someone else's. The right combination of knowledge, skill, and personality will always be in high... more

At the heart of every successful business is sound personnel management. Learn how to improve morale and productivity in workplace, and strengthen your capacity to manage effectively. A foundation qualification for supervisors, personnel managers or even business owners who wish to strengthen their capacity to manage people.  This course is internationally accredited through I.A.R.C At the... more

This course is great for those wanting an introduction to computers and computer applications in industry. It will enable you to develop the skills to use and manage computers in a workplace situation. It requires no prior knowledge of computers, and is tutored by highly qualified and professionally active tutors.Requiring no prior knowledge of computers, this is a fast track course to knowing... more

Management skills are in high demand, but for a successful career in management, you will require not only knowledge and skill, but an appropriate personality and a depth of experience to draw from to make the right decision for each situation you confront.  This course is great value for money, and offers highly qualified tutors who are still very much active in management.Management... more

This course provides a unique opportunity to study an unconventional combination of practical disciplines in order to provide a very broad capacity to adapt and apply yourself in a wide variety of industry roles.Research in Germany (and elsewhere) indicates that people who have a broader based tertiary education tend to develop more successful careers. This course is internationally accredited... more

This course analyses entrepreneurship as a crucial part of business development, and will enhance your ability to apply entrepreneurial principles to business. Develop the entrepreneur in you! increase innovation in your business, and increase the chance of business success.This course analyses entrepreneurship as a crucial part of business development, and will enhance your ability to apply... more

Learn to plan, create, manage, and evaluate a successful event in sport, recreation, tourism, business, education, community work, motivation, or the arts. This course will empower you with the skills and knowledge to succeed in event management in all areas. More and more people are discovering the benefit and joy that comes out of running your own workshops, performances and events. Expand... more

This course teaches you to manage your money, at home or in business, more efficiently.  You will deepen your understanding of how money works, get a firm grip on financial terminolgy, and learn how to get better deals when borrowing, spending or investing. Three Goals for Financial Management Whether you are managing money on a small or large scale; and whether in a business or personal... more

The human mind is complex; and when many people are interacting, sharing ideas, and working together, even more complexity arises. Everybody has wondered at another's behaviour, especially in that awkward realm of the workplace; where it's not quite personal, but not quite impersonal!This fascinating course will develop in you the skills and knowledge to understand better the mystery of human... more

Thiis is a practical requirement for several certificate and diploma qualifications.INDUSTRY PROJECT OR WORK EXPERIENCE This is the final requirement that you must satisfy before receiving your award. There are two options available to you to satisfy this requirement: Alternative 1. If you work in the industry that you have been studying; you may submit a reference from your employer, in... more

This develops a solid understanding of how to teach or train people, with particular relevance to a workplace. It was originally based upon Australian Workplace Trainer Category I & II curriculum (2001); but has been revised and improved many times sincew then, to incorporate feedback from both past students and industry professionals.Learn to train staff for a workplace to perform their jobs... more

Leadership skills are needed in all facets of our society: business, politics, religion, youth services, and leisure industries, to mention only some. This new course is relevant to all of those areas, developing your understanding of, and capacity to apply leadership skillsLeadership skills are needed in all facets of our society: business, politics, religion, youth services, and leisure... more

Managers are common - good managers are not. Good management can deeply affect the viability of a company, and improve everything from productivity to worker satisfaction and profitability. This course provides a very sound foundation for increasing your capacity to manage in any situation - be it within your own business, somebody else's, or a government department.This course outlines... more

Marketing is a cornerstone of every modern business. A lack of marketing knowledge is frequently the reason why a good business concept does not succeed. This course deals with all aspects of marketing from presentation and packaging, to advertising and selling. It will help you to develop an acute awareness of what is needed to achieve and maintain a good market share.Marketing is a... more

WHY DOES SOMETHING SELL? When you understand why people make a decision to buy, or not to buy, you have a foundation for improving the marketing of anything. This is a different but very important and valuable course for anyone involved in sales, marketing or business of any kind.When you understand why people make a decision to buy, or not to buy, you have a foundation for improving the... more

This course is designed as a program to help you firstly understand the marketing world; then assist you in making a decisions and developing skills in marketing. Emphasis is placed on profitability and efficiency!This course is designed as a program to help you firstly understand the marketing world; then assist you in making a decisions and developing skills in marketing. Emphasis is placed on... more

Understand what Motivates People in any area of life.     Motivated people work better, live more satisfied lives and are generally healthier and happier.  Motivated employees drive the success of a business. Learn how to get the best of employees by understanding more about this fascinating subject. Motivation is very simply, a process or mechanism that causes us to act or think in a... more

There is plenty of work out there for skilled, knowledgeable office workers. Office work has been revolutionised in recent years by technological developments, and to give yourself the best chance of securing well paid office work, you have to keep pace!This course will familiarize you with the nature and scope of equipment and procedures used in most modern offices, which will lay a solid... more

This course will develop your ability to carry out the various tasks associated with managing personnel, such as recruitment, training and controlling. Emphasis is placed on knowledge and methods that will improve workplace morale and productivity.This course will develop your ability to carry out the various tasks associated with managing personnel, such as recruitment, training and controlling.... more

Sell Your Expertise to the World This course is a valuable guide to setting up and operating a consulting business in any profession. Experts are always in demand by business, government bodies, public organisations and private individuals. Everyone needs help from time to time from someone who has greater expertise than themself. If you have training, and/or significant experience in just about... more

Gain a competitive edge in project management with this flexible, informative course.Developing project management skills is valuable; these skills can be applied to all industries, and in all sorts of situations. This course is just as relevant to a construction project as it is to managing a new product launch. It is best suited to someone who has some prior experience or training in... more

Sales managers don't just sell things: they manage sales. They not only develop and implement sales strategies, they manage sales people, develop and oversee the implementation of procedures and processes, keep sales records, analyze sales results, report on sales to senior management, and more.If you're interested in becoming a sales manager, this course is a valuable addition to your skill... more

Discover the art of selling and release the salesperson within. This course takes the mystery out of getting a sale, and closing it! Whether you are working in a shop or as a traveling salesperson, this course will give you the techniques you need to turn your efforts into a successful career. This informative twelve lesson course develops skills in selling. Learn about sales presentation,... more

Learn how to start a business under the guidance of a professional business expert, and plan and initiate development of a business venture. A large percentage of small businesses fail within the first two years. Make sure your business isn't one of them! This course will be one of the reasons it won't be. There are two parts to the course. In the first part, you learn about how to run a... more

Train to be an Effective Supervisor This is a very sound foundation course in the theory and practice of supervision, relevant to those working as supervisors, and those wanting to move into a supervisory role. Learn to recruit and train new staff, plan work, motivate staff, solve problems systematically, implement disciplinary procedures, maintain a safe workplace, use worker participation... more

Learn to recognise potentially dangerous situations, and avoid litigation, work disruption, and significant, unnecessary costs. By identifying risks and either avoiding them or preparing contingencies to deal with them, a workplace can reduce the frequency of accidents greatly minimize any problems when one does occur.Learning to recognise potentially dangerous situations can mean the avoidance... more