Business consulting is a rewarding and lucrative career. So, if you have a reputation as a specialist, a problem solver, or your skillset is in demand, this unique online business consulting course is for you.
Professional Practice for Consultants is a professional development course that will help you hone and market your expertise to prospective clients as a business or management consultant. You will discover how to be a successful consultant, focusing on the critical skills required to deliver outstanding performance to clients.
In this business consulting course, you will gain the professional practice skills you’ll need to succeed as a consultant, from communication and report writing skills to top-notch presenting and negotiation skills.
You’ll also gain the necessary skills of leadership and how to foster creativity and emotional intelligence in your dealings with others. Importantly, you’ll learn how to set up your own consultancy practice, generate business and maintain accounts and records.
On completion of this course, you will have a thorough understanding of professional practice for consultants and gain the confidence and ability to succeed in this varied and exciting career.
Course Structure
Unit - Professional Practice for Consultants
Unit 1 – Determining if a consultancy practice is for you
- Nature and scope
- Pros and cons of being a consultant
- What is needed to be a consultant
- Codes of contact
- Are you ready
- Getting started
Unit 2 – Planning a consultancy practice: part 1
- Methods of entering business
- Deciding where to work
- Equipment
- Start up finance
- Business structures
- Insurance
- Set up costs
- Having assistance available
Unit 3 – Planning a consultancy practice: part 2
- Preparing a business plan for a consultancy
- Business plan pro forma
Unit 4 – Knowing what to charge
- Determining costs
- Available work time
- Convincing clients of value in your fees
Unit 5 – Setting up your consulting practice
- Finding clients
- Marketing a consultancy practice
- Establishing a press kit
- Using the internet
- Stationary
- Networking
- Communications
Unit 6 – Keeping accounts and records
- Keeping records
- Source documents
- Handling invoices
- Time sheets
- Being organised
Unit 7 – How to generate business and keep it
- Using agents or brokers
- Sub contracting other consultants and support services
- Propagating referrals
- References from clients
- Tenders
- Writing articles
- Successful client relations
- Closing a deal
- Keeping clients
- Dealing with clients who say no
- Principles of getting business
Unit 8 – Maintaining your consultancy practice
- Hiring staff, expanding business
- Creating passive income
- Working in a changing world
Study Hours
Estimated duration 50 hours
Course Delivery and Start
Start anytime, self-paced and 100% online
Assessment
Assessment will be comprised of written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
Testimonials
Was a pleasure and I learnt so much from this course.
R. Sgroi, Fisher, NSW | Professional Practice for Consultants
The tutors were great at getting back to me in a timely manner and answering any questions I had.
M. Reading, Darlinghurst, NSW | Professional Practice for Consultants
Graduation
A Certificate of Attainment and Statement of Results will be issued upon successful completion of this course.
How to Enrol
Enrol Online: Click Add to Cart/View Cart on the course page.
Enrol via Live Chat (Business Hours)
Enrol via Telephone 1300 76 2221 (Business Hours)
Enrol via Purchase Order/Tax Invoice
Enrolling Multiple Staff?
To enrol multiple staff, please complete the Employer Enrolment Form. We’ll be in touch within 60 minutes during business hours!
Payment Options
Visa, Mastercard, BPAY and Direct Deposit.
Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
- Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
- Improve your employment opportunities;
- Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
- High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support via email;
- We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
Are there any entry requirements or pre-requisites?
There are no course or subject pre-requisites for entry into our programs. However, our professional development programs are generally intended for people over the age of 18. In some circumstances, enrolments from younger people may be considered. Please complete the AOC Parent Guardian Consent Form prior to enrolling and submit here.
When can I start this course?
You can start within 60 minutes during business hours when you enrol and pay in full with a credit card!
Credit card: Within 60 mins during business hours.
BPAY: Within 1-2 working days.
Internet Banking: Within 1-2 working days.
Cheque/Money Order: Upon receipt of mailed cheque.
How is this course delivered?
This course is delivered online via our easy-to-navigate Learning Management System (LMS), where you will discover interactive online learning/written content, resources and assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our LMS and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
What support can I expect from Australian Online Courses?
Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email only during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.
I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
Career Pathways
Future growth
Strong
Unemployment
Low
- Business Consultant
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