The business world is full of exciting opportunities – fast-paced, ever-evolving, and impactful. Whether you’re climbing the corporate ladder, starting your own business, or exploring new fields, success starts with the right foundation.
A business management course through TAFE can equip you with the skills, confidence, and connections you need to thrive in a dynamic industry.
Why choose TAFE business courses?
A career in business offers endless opportunities, but to stand out, you need the right mix of practical skills and recognised qualifications. That’s where TAFE comes in.
With its job-focused, industry-recognised qualifications and flexible, affordable options, TAFE prepares you to make an impact from day one. You can enter the workforce quickly or use your qualification as a stepping stone to further study, such as a bachelor’s degree – or even a Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Here are some of the benefits of studying a TAFE business course at Chisholm in detail:
Industry-aligned courses
One of the biggest advantages of TAFE is how closely their courses align with business needs. At Chisholm, we collaborate with local industry partners to ensure we stay updated on what’s required in today's workplace. With us, you'll get real-world skills you can apply immediately in your job.
Pathways to degrees
TAFE provides clear pathways to higher education, including diploma-to-degree opportunities. These options give you flexibility and choice in achieving your learning goals and getting to work sooner.
By choosing to study Higher Education with Chisholm, you'll benefit from an exceptional learning experience. In fact, we're ranked as the highest TAFE in Australia for the quality of our Higher Education delivery, ensuring you receive the best education and support throughout your journey.
At Chisholm, we offer the following Higher Education courses in business management:
- Associate Degree of Business (Management & Leadership)
- Bachelor Of Business (Management & Leadership)
Fast-tracked entry to the workforce
Not everyone wants to wait to kick-start their career. With shorter, more focused programs, TAFE courses are designed to get you career-ready faster.
And you can still work towards your degree if you like. For example, you could start with a Cert IV business course, get ahead of the game and start in an entry-level role, then study further while you earn money to progress in your career.
Affordable
TAFE offers a cost-effective way to gain business management qualifications. Government subsidies and concessions are available to eligible students. And with loans and payment plans to ease the financial pressure of course costs, you can start your studies with less worry about money.
At Chisholm, we can help with your fees in several ways depending on the course you take and your personal circumstances. Discover our fee information page here.
Flexible study options and traineeships
TAFE understands the demands of modern life, offering flexible study modes, including part-time and online learning, as well as traineeships so you can balance education with work or personal commitments.
Our Certificate IV in Leadership and Management Traineeship offers a unique opportunity to get into a business management career even faster. Traineeships require you to have a formal agreement in place with an employer. Then, we'll help you gain your qualifications on the job through a professionally recognised course program.
Expert teachers
TAFE teachers are subject matter experts and are often still connected to or working in their teaching fields. At Chisholm, our instructors are passionate about helping students thrive and supporting them in the ways they need to impact their industries for the better.
Are TAFE qualifications valued by employers?
Vocational education and training (VET), especially through TAFE, is highly valued. The comprehensive programs stand out for their hands-on, career-focused approach that equips students with real-world skills businesses need today.
The growing popularity of VET is clear: in 2023, with an increase of 6.7% on the previous year, over 2.1 million Australians chose VET programs like those offered at TAFE. This growth reflects its strong appeal to both students and employers.
TAFE is an excellent choice if you're ready to start your business management journey. With industry-focused training, affordable pathways, and expert teachers with real-world experience, TAFE opens doors to rewarding careers across various industries.
Start your business management journey with Chisholm’s TAFE courses today.
