BSB50120 Diploma of Business

ningham Institute (RTO#46076) offers the nationally recognised BSB50120 Diploma of Business with high quality course materials and premier student support. We deliver training that is customised to meet the needs of our students and employers.

Where can it take your career?

The BSB50120 Diploma of Business is a nationally recognised qualification designed for individuals who are seeking to develop advanced business knowledge and practical skills for a range of business and management roles.

Graduates of this qualification apply broad theoretical and technical knowledge to work independently, support business operations, and exercise judgement in planning, organising, and completing workplace activities across a variety of business contexts.

This qualification is suitable for individuals working in, or aspiring to work in, areas such as administration, team leadership, business coordination, and operational support.

How is the course delivered?

Training is delivered through face-to-face sessions, online distance learning, or a blended delivery approach.

Course Duration: This course is designed to be completed from 12  weeks (excluding holidays). Course duration and expected hours may vary depending on the learner’s existing skills and experience.

Note: Please read the Manningham Institute Student Handbook and other policies and procedures including Refund Policy, Complaints and Appeals Policy, RPL Procedure prior to enrolling.

What will you learn?

This course is designed to develop your practical business knowledge and workplace skills.
Throughout the course, you will learn how to:

  • Manage personal and professional development in a business environment
  • Communicate effectively with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders
  • Develop and maintain professional workplace relationships
  • Organise and manage business information and documentation
  • Support business operations and administrative processes
  • Apply problem-solving and decision-making skills in the workplace
  • Work effectively as part of a team and contribute to business outcomes

How is the course structured?

All learners will be assessed through the following methods:

  • Observation during role play/simulation
  • Questioning may include class activity, verbal answers, written questions, activity modules or interview
  • Portfolio may include documents, products with supporting documentation
  • Structured Activities may include Projects, Case studies, presentations, role play, demonstration, progressive tasks

What are the entry requirements?

There are no formal academic requirements needed for this unit of competency, however, at the time of the enrolment, applicants must:

  • be at least 18 years of age
  • have access to:
    • a computer or laptop
    • Internet access with a reliable speed of at least 5mbps
    • Google Chrome (recommended browser)
    • MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel or equivalent applications.
    • Adobe Acrobat Reader or equivalent application
    • Zoom account and software or app
    • webcam, headset or speakers and microphone
  • Have basic computer/digital literacy skills to conduct online distance learning

Numeracy and Literacy
Language, literacy and numeracy requirements are needed to undertake this course. This is assessed through pre-enrolment LLN assessment. For example, applicants would need the ability to:

  • Use clear language and logical structure in preparing reports and presentations to convey information
  • Apply theoretical and technical knowledge and skills to work autonomously
  • Exercise judgement in completing routine activities relating to mortgage and finance broking

*Applicants who do not meet the LL&N requirements of the course may still be enrolled if endorsed by the trainer/assessor, and corresponding additional support strategies are in place.

  • Exercise judgement in completing routine activities relating to mortgage and finance broking

*Applicants who do not meet the LL&N requirements of the course may still be enrolled if endorsed by the trainer/assessor, and corresponding additional support strategies are in place.


What are the resources needed to complete the course?

To support you in your new course with Manningham Institute, we will provide the following:

  • To support students undertaking the BSB50120 Business qualification, Manningham Institute will provide the following learning and assessment resources:
    • Learner Guides
    • Self-Study Guides
    • Assessment Workbooks
  • BSB learning and assessment materials, including:
    • Learner Guides
    • Self-study materials
    • Assessment workbooks
  • Assessment tools and templates, such as:
    • Business document templates
    • Workplace communication templates
    • Project and report templates
  • Simulated workplace resources, designed to reflect real business environments, including:
    • Simulated business scenarios and case studies
    • Sample organisational structures and role descriptions
  • Sample workplace documentation, including:
    • Organisational policies and procedures
    • Codes of conduct and ethical guidelines
    • Workplace health and safety (WHS) documentation
  • Digital learning resources, including:
    • Online learning materials via the Learning Management System (LMS)
    • Presentation slides and reference materials
  • Additional readings and resources as recommended by trainers to support learning outcomes
  • All resources are designed to support competency-based assessment and practical skill development aligned with current business industry practices.

To complete your course, you will need ongoing access to the following:

  • A computer or laptop with:
    • Internet access with a reliable speed of at least 5mbps
    • email access
    • web browser (recommended: Google Chrome)
    • installed software or their equivalent applications:
      • MS Word
      • MS Excel
      • MS PowerPoint
      • Adobe Acrobat Reader
      • Zoom Account and Software or App
      • PDF Printer
  • A safe place to conduct the roleplaying activities
  • A video recording device (e.g. mobile phone, webcam, video camera, etc.)

What are the course units?

This course covers 12 units of competency (10 core units and 5 elective units).

Core Units

  • BSBCRT511 Develop critical thinking in others
  • BSBFIN501Manage budgets and financial plans
  • BSBOPS501 Manage business resources
  • BSBSUS511 Develop workplace sustainability policies
  • BSBXCM501 Lead communication in the workplace
  • BSBOPS504 Manage business risk
  • BSBTWK503Manage meetings

Elective Units

  • BSBPEF501 Manage personal & professional development
  • BSBLDR523Lead & manage workplace relationships
  • BSBTEC404Use digital technologies to collaborate
  • BSBTWK401 Build and maintain business relationships
  • BSBESB401 Research and develop business plans

What are the course fees?

Please contact our administration team for the latest course fees and payment options.

Please see Fees and Refunds Policy for more information.

What are the Qualification Pathways?

Upon successful completion of this qualification, students may pursue a range of further study and employment pathways, depending on their individual goals and experience.

Further Study Pathways

Graduates may choose to continue their studies in higher-level business or management qualifications, such as:

  • BSB50120 Diploma of Business
  • BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management
  • BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management
  • Other relevant business or management qualifications, subject to entry requirements

Credit transfer may be available for equivalent units where applicable.

Is Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) available?

Manningham Institute has a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Policy, to ensure that a