For many, the idea of owning a small business is a dream come true, but achieving the ideal financial and lifestyle outcome requires hard work and the development of the right skill set.
This qualification reflects the role of a small business manager who uses well-developed skills and a broad knowledge base in a wide variety of small business contexts. They apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems, and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. They may provide leadership and guidance to others, and have responsibility for the output of others.
Hit the ground running in a business environment with a broad range of skills, or formalise skills you are already using in the workplace.

This qualification includes:
- Developing the knowledge to solve a range of unpredictable problems
- Analysing and evaluating information from a variety of sources
Employment opportunities with this qualification are:
- Franchisee
- Owner Operator
- Small Business Manager
- Consulting Business Owner/Operator
What will you achieve from completing this course?
- A nationally recognised BSB42618 Certificate IV in New Small Business
- Skills and knowledge required to manage legal and risk management for small business
- Skills and knowledge to undertake planning and marketing for a small business
What you need to know about this course:
- New students are expected to attend a mandatory college orientation before course commencement. Orientation times and dates will be advised after enrolment.
- Classes commence at the beginning of week 1 of each school term
- Students will be accepted into the class throughout the term
- You will need to plan for approximately 5-8 hours a week at home to complete assessment tasks
- There is no training during school holidays
- Private Facebook groups are used to share resources and learning
- Resources are provided by SGSCC
- Student lounge available
- WiFi is available
What resources do you need to study from home?
- A computer with internet access
- Email access
- Facebook account
Course entry requirements:
- There are no formal educational requirements for entry into this course
- Recognition for units may be granted based on previous learning, studies, work and/or life experiences
- Complete an SGSCC English language, literacy and numeracy assessment to determine that the student has sufficient skills to successfully complete the course
- Access to computer/internet
- Facebook account for private class communication and access to learning resources (assistance creating an account can be arranged through SGSCC)
- Note taking materials
- Unique Student Identifier (can be arranged through SGSCC)
Units of Competency you will be studying:
- BSBSMB404 Undertake small business planning
- BSBSMB401 Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business
- BSBSMB421 Mange small business finances
- BSBREL402 Build client relationships and business networks
- BSBCMM401 Make a presentation
- BSBSMB407 Manage a small team
- BSBREL401 Establish networks
- BSBSMB403 Market the small business
- BSBCUS401 Coordinate implementation of customer service strategies
- BSBINN301 Promote innovation in a team environment
Do you need to complete any work placement hours?
- No, this course offers a simulated learning environment with SGSCC.
Will you need to sit for any exams?
- No. This is a competency-based course
- Tell us then show us you understand and are able to implement the learning you have received
- You will be required to competently complete assessment tasks for all 10 units of learning
Assessments are made up by a range of:
- Case studies
- Demonstration
- Observation
- Presentation
- Questions & answers
- Research report
To be deemed competent:
- You will receive clear assessment instructions
- You must complete all assessments to a satisfactory standard as set by your trainer
- These are assessed by your trainer
- Opportunities will be provided for trainers to support students and to resubmit their assessments if required
When you have completed and been deemed competent you can:
- Progress with SGSCC to the BSB50215 Diploma of Business, or BSB51918 Diploma of Leadership and Management
Eligibility for Subsided Training under the Smart & Skilled Training Program
This training is subsidised by the NSW Government under the Smart & Skilled Training Program. To be eligible you must be
- an Australian Citizen/Perm Resident/NZ citizen/humanitarian visa holder
- aged 15 years or older, and
- live or work in New South Wales, and
- no longer be at school or equivalent
See Smart & Skilled page for further information
Eligibility for “Skilling for Recovery” - Fee-Free nationally accredited training
Skilling for Recovery is a NSW Government initiative to deliver JobTrainer funding in NSW. It provides free certificate, diploma and short course training to eligible applicants. If you meet the Smart & Skilled Program eligibility above and one of the following you could complete this course fee free:
- Unemployed (with or without a benefit); or
- At risk of unemployment; or
- 17-24 years old (employed or not)
See Skilling for Recovery page for further information.
Course Fees & Payment Options:
- $1,850 (maximum Smart and Skilled student fee)
- $4,000 (fee for those who are ineligible for Smart and Skilled)
- Pay in full or interest-free monthly payment plan available
- By Cash, EFTPOS, Visa or MasterCard
Time for you to enrol:
- The WorkSkills team are available to take your enquiry or enrolment on 02 8543 7412 during business hours
- At the Jannali Office Reception (Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm)