Business Courses
Start Dates: February & July
Did you know that business employment is the largest cross-industry occupational group in the world today? In Australia alone, the number of workers currently employed in business exceeds 1.3 million, a figure that constitutes approximately 16% of the total workforce.
Business is one of the few employment sectors where demand for workers can exceed supply - and the selection of jobs available is extremely varied.
At Bedford, the business qualification issued is intentionally 'generic'.
Rather than gaining a qualification relevant to a specific career or job role, we believe that a generic qualification (i.e. Diploma of Business) provides the best possible employment opportunity for our graduates. This is because graduates are qualified to work in a wide range of industries and careers.
This does not mean however, that graduates are not able to work in the field of their choice - the testimonials page on this website shows just how diverse the job opportunities for Bedford Graduates really are.
Click here for a list of available careers for business graduates
| Diploma of Business | BSB50407 | 40 weeks |
| Certificate IV in Business | BSB40207 | 30 weeks |
| Certificate III in Business | BSB30107 | 20 weeks |
| Certificate II in Business | BSB20107 | 10 weeks |
| Diploma of Business | 037583M | 48 weeks |
| Certificate IV in Business | 048847A | 36 weeks |
| Certificate III in Business | 048846B | 24 weeks |
| Certificate II in Business | 031104B | 12 weeks |
Elective Subjects (Business Students)
We offer a range of elective subjects which means that you can choose the subject most interesting to you. Elective choices may include:
- Administration
- Business Financial - budgeting, forecasting, payroll, (includes MYOB Computer Accounting)
- Event Management
- Human Resources
- Legal Services
- Management
- Marketing
Please Note:
Elective subjects offered are dependent upon student numbers. Selection of your elective subject is made at the end of the first semester.
Download Business Courses information
Business Courses - Brochure
Business Course - Subject List
University Pathways
Students who successfully complete the Diploma of Business or the Diploma of Accounting courses have automatic entry (with ONE YEAR credit) into a Bachelor of Business Degree at university. See University Pathways or the Resources page on this website.