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Certificate II in Small Business Operations and Innovation

Course Code 22629VIC

VET Delivered to Secondary School Students

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Duration
  • Part Time
  • 2 years
Delivery
  • On Campus
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  • Glen Waverley

This course is not available for International Students

Overview

The Certificate II in Small Business Operations and Innovation is part of the VET Delivered to Secondary School Students (VETDSS) within the VCE program. This course helps students gain essential skills to run a small business effectively. Covering marketing, financial assistance, and innovative strategies, it explores different aspects of small business operations and entrepreneurship, empowering learners for success.

Career Opportunities

  • Retail
  • Business
  • Marketing
  • Finance

Pathway to further studies

  • FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
  • FNS40821 Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking
  • BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business
  • BSB50120 Diploma of Business (Operations)
  • BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
  • BSB40320 Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business
  • BSB40820 Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication

Studying the Certificate II in Small Business Operations and Innovation at Holmesglen

During this course, you will learn how to develop and run a small business, focusing on business and employability skills such as marketing, research, event management, planning, social media, financial assistance, and a variety of processes required for small business activities.<p>With the growth of e-commerce in domestic and global markets, small businesses increasingly rely on staff who are capable of contributing to all areas of business, and there are few programs (like this one) to help support this need.<p>This course is VET Delivered to Secondary School Students (VETDSS - previously VETiS) and can only be completed as part of your VCE or VCAL program.

Entry Requirements

Students must be enrolled in VCE or VCE VM throughout the course (and be available to attend or engage throughout all VCAA VETDSS calendar days).<p>Holmesglen must have a contract in place with the school at which you are enrolled at.<p>Your school spends time with you going over pre-training to establish if this course is a suitable pathway for you. You will also be interviewed at Holmesglen. This helps us cater for individual students' needs and ensure that VETDSS is the right program for you.

Recognition of prior learning

You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.

Course Structure

Timetable

Wednesdays 1.30pm - 4.30pm<br>Two-year program, typically completed in the final two years of secondary school<p>To be eligible for the award of 22629VIC Certificate II in Small Business Operations and Innovation learners must successfully complete a total of twelve (12) units comprising:<br> - Eight(8) Core units<br> - Four (4) Elective units
Unit code Unit name
VU23436 Undertake basic market research and promotion for a small business product or service
VU23438 Contribute to small business planning
VU23437 Participate in small business quality processes
VU23439 Follow procedures for routine financial activities of a small business
BSBWHS211 Contribute to the health and safety of self and others
VU23434 Develop fundamental skills for small business environments
VU23435 Identify small business policies and procedures
VU23433 Contribute to small business operations and innovation
Unit code Unit name
ICTWEB306 Develop web presence using social media
BSBOPS203 Deliver a service to customers
FSKWTG005 Write simple workplace formatted texts
VU23440 Assist with the presentation of public activities or events

Assessment

Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.

How to apply

Please contact your secondary school for information on how to apply.

Outcomes

Qualification and Recognition

On completion, you will receive the 22629VIC Certificate II in Small Business Operations and Innovation

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Fees

For VET Delivered to Secondary Students Contact your school to discuss fees

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