OverviewAbout this course
Be your own boss and turn that dream business idea into reality. Learn how to develop your business proposal, organise finances and resources, learn time management skills and social media planning tools, create a supplementary income and launch your successful micro business.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Investigate business opportunities
Develop and research your business proposal
Organise business finances and resources
Understand regulatory, taxation and insurance requirements
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
Skills and knowledge to start your own business
Experience in planning and implementing a business proposal
Understanding social media planning tools for small business
A network of micro business stakeholders
Experience liaising with industry professionals
Skills to use industry-specific digital programs and systems
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Entry requirements
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
- There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
A small business idea that you would like to research and pursue
An entrepreneurial spirit
A desire to run your own small business
An interest to be your own boss and work your own hours
An interest in developing digital and budgeting skills
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysFuture career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: micro business owner, micro business contractor, micro business operator and business owner.
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study0 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Certificate III in Entrepreneurship and New Business does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Further study0 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
The Certificate III in Entrepreneurship and New Business does not have any post-graduate courses.
Related study0 Courses
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
The Certificate III in Entrepreneurship and New Business does not have any related courses.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Entrepreneurship and New Business qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 10 units of competency, including 4 core and 6 speciality units.
Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Develop and present business proposalsBSBESB302
Address compliance requirements for new business venturesBSBESB305
Organise finances for new business venturesBSBESB303
Investigate business opportunitiesBSBESB301
TAFE NSW servicesFacilities and support
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.
TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
TAFE NSW Libraries
Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential
Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home
LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills
Student associations – get social with our student community
Info sessionsWant to know more?
There are a total of 12 information sessions planned for this course. They'll take place at different locations across the state.
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