If you have a reputation as a specialist or problem solver, or your skillset is in demand, this unique online business consulting course is for you.
The Certificate of Business Consulting 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 key skills required to deliver outstanding performance to clients.
This online professional development course will cover communication skills, presenting, report writing, meetings and negotiation skills, as well as leadership, creativity and emotional intelligence and more.
On completion of this course, you will have a thorough understanding of the role of a business consultant 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
Assessment
Assessment Information
When you study with Australian Online Courses, you will be assessed using a competency-based training method.
Competency-based training focuses on the achievement of skills and knowledge against set criteria to meet industry-standard and is not benchmarked against other students’ work.
In this course, the assessment will be comprised of written assignments and exercises, which may include short answer questions, reports, essays, research projects and reflective tasks.
If you do not achieve a competency result on your first attempt, you have two more attempts to pass your assessment. So, you have three attempts in total to obtain a competency result.
In this way, you can complete your course in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
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;
- No entry requirements;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support;
- Easy to understand course content;
- Twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Certificate of Attainment/Completion issued for your CV (hard copy provided); and
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
How long will it take to complete this course?
The approximate study hours for this course is 100 hours. Twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply).
Can I purchase optional printed materials?
While printed materials are not available for purchase, PDF copies are available for download and self-printing for this program.
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.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion of this course?
Yes! You will receive a Certificate of Attainment upon successful completion of your assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our e-learning system 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 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.
