Certificate III · CRICOS course

Certificate III in Entrepreneurship and New Business

8 CRICOS providers offer this course to international students in 7 Australian cities. Typical tuition for the whole course is AUD $3,600 - $12,000, and it usually takes about 1 year.

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Typical tuition, whole course
AUD $3,600 - $12,000
Course length
7 mo - 1 yr
Providers
8 providers
Cities
7 cities

Some providers include a work placement

Typical = the middle 80% of CRICOS tuition fees across providers. Full range AUD $3,600 - $15,000. Fees change, so confirm with the provider.

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📍Sydney · Melbourne +5
CRICOS 2026

BSB30220 · Office Studies, n.e.c.

About the course

What it prepares you for

The Certificate III in Entrepreneurship and New Business prepares you for roles such as Independent Contractor or Micro Business Operator.

You complete 10 units: 4 core and 6 electives chosen by the provider.

Some providers include a work placement.

From the national register

This qualification reflects the role of individuals establishing or carrying on business as a sole trader or contractor, as well as those supporting the establishment of a new venture as part of a larger organisation.

These individuals apply a broad range of competencies in varied contexts, using some discretion and judgement and relevant theoretical knowledge. They may provide technical advice and support to a small team.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Full qualification on training.gov.au
Course content

What you study

4 core units every student completes, plus 6 electives chosen by the provider. Unit names as listed in the official qualification.

  1. BSBESB301Investigate business opportunities
  2. BSBESB302Develop and present business proposals
  3. BSBESB303Organise finances for new business ventures
  4. BSBESB305Address compliance requirements for new business ventures
Career outcomes

Where it can take you

Typical jobs for this qualification, as listed on training.gov.au.

  • Independent Contractor

    Independent Contractors run small businesses hiring out their own experience and expertise to employers for a contracted time period. They maintain financial and administrative records related to their contracting business.

  • Micro Business Operator

    Micro Business Operators run businesses which employ less than five staff. They arrange for provision of goods and services for the business; provide technical advice and support to their team; maintain financial records and carry out administrative tasks; recruit staff; and deliver and monitor service to customers.

Where to study

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Your pathway

Levels in the same field

Many students start lower and move up: a Certificate IV or Diploma can lead into a Bachelor degree, often with credit for what you have already studied.

  1. 01Certificate IICertificate II in Workplace Skills
  2. 02Certificate III · This courseCertificate III in Entrepreneurship and New Business
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