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Certificate III in Business
The Certificate III in Business is a great step for those entering the world of business and administration, or who are looking to formalise their existing skills. This qualification will provide you with a range of skills and knowledge required for employment in general business operations. It is designed to assist those who carry out a range of routine procedural, clerical, administrative or operational tasks that require technology and business skills.
Upcoming entry points:
- 17th October 2025
- 14th November 2025
- 12th December 2025
- 16th January 2026
- 13th February 2026
- 13th March 2026
SA Government Subsidy
This qualification is not currently on the SA Government subsidy list.
Units of competency
The BSB30120 Certificate III in Business comprises of thirteen (13) units – six (6) core units and seven (7) elective units.
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. This qualification is ideally suited to individuals who are in an administration role, or who are aspiring to be, and who have basic computer skills.
Possible Pathways
Further training pathways from this qualification include the BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business.
Career choices
This qualification is ideal for those currently in an administrative role, or who are aspiring to be, and are looking to develop their knowledge and skills within general administration functions.
Possible career choices relevant to this qualification include:
- Administrative Assistant
- Receptionist
- Data Entry Operator
- Clerical Officer
- Administration Support Officer
Core Units (6)
- BSBWHS311 – Assist with maintaining workplace safety
- BSBSUS211 – Participate in sustainable work practices
- BSBCRT311 – Apply critical thinking skills in a team environment
- BSBXCM301 – Engage in workplace communication
- BSBTWK301 – Use inclusive work practices
- BSBPEF201 – Support personal wellbeing in the workplace
Elective Units (7)
- BSBPEF301 – Organise personal work priorities
- BSBTEC202 – Use digital technologies to communicate in a work environment
- BSBTEC302 – Design and produce spreadsheets
- BSBOPS302 – Identify business risk
- BSBPMG430 – Undertake project work
- BSBESB302 – Develop and present business proposals
- BSBSTR301 – Contribute to continuous improvement
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What our students say
Working with Time Education & Training has been such a great experience. The team is always professional, easy to deal with, and genuinely cares. The quality of the training Time has delivered to our trainees over the years has helped them develop professionally, while adding value to the team. We’re excited to keep building on the great partnership we’ve developed.
Kylie Demianova (Group People and Culture Leader, Farquar Group)
Certificate III in Business
Time Education & Training is a great training organisation. They make the whole process so easy from enrolment all the way to completion of the course. All staff are absolutely fantastic and they all go above and beyond for students. A special thank you to my facilitators and to the team for enrolment and course enquiries. I would highly recommend Time Education & Training to anyone looking at studying.
Jessica
Certificate III in Business
Datacom is fortunate to have had a long-standing relationship with Time Education & Training and they continue to provide our people with quality and meaningful learning outcomes. The Facilitators are exceptional and the programs have been designed in a way that offers flexibility, meeting the needs of both our customers and frontline staff.