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Business & Career Development Courses

Business & Career Development Courses

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    Invest in yourself with our personal and career development courses in Sydney

    Want to learn to lead a team or tackle a large professional project? Perhaps you want to drive up business by harnessing the power of digital marketing? Or maybe you just want to communicate your ideas more effectively to friends and colleagues.

    Whether you want to become a better manager, business owner, or communicator, you can improve your employability with our personal and career development short courses. Our classes take place at our campus in Rozelle or online via Zoom.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Q. What types of courses are included in Business and Career Development?
    A. This subject area includes courses that support professional skills, workplace confidence, business operations, communication, digital tools, creative industries, and personal development. Courses range from business finance, marketing, and technology through to communication, storytelling, and creative software skills.

    Q. Who are these courses suitable for?
    A. These courses are suitable for beginners as well as those with some experience. They are popular with people looking to upskill, change direction, build confidence at work, start a small business, or strengthen practical skills for personal or professional use.

    Q. Do I need prior experience to enrol?
    A. Most courses do not require prior experience unless stated in the course outline. Each course description clearly outlines the level and any recommended knowledge.

    Q. Are the skills taught practical and workplace focused?
    A. Yes. Courses focus on practical skills that can be applied straight away. Many include hands on exercises, real world examples, and tutor guidance relevant to current industry practices.

    Q. Are these courses relevant across different industries?
    A. Yes. Skills such as communication, digital marketing, finance basics, technology tools, and professional confidence are valuable across many industries and roles.

    Q. Do I receive a certificate after completing a course?
    A. Most courses provide a certificate of participation upon completion, which can be useful for professional development records or resumes.

    Enrol Today and Invest in Your Career!

    Whether you want to enhance your professional skills, improve workplace confidence, or take your career in a new direction, our Business & Career Development courses will give you the practical experience and confidence to succeed.

    Join us at Rozelle or online and start your career development journey today!

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    Upcoming courses

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    Storytelling Workshop: Write & Tell Stories with Impact

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    2026-09-01 Tue 1 Sep 2026 - 2026-10-13 Tue 13 Oct 2026
    7 sessions, 17.5 hours total
    6pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) (first session)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    John Knowles
    $435 Limited GST free / $348 / $369.80 / $391.50

    Learn animal health and veterinary care with our Animal Care courses in Sydney! Do you have a passion for caring for animals and ensuring their well-being but need flexibility in your learning? Our self-paced, online Animal Health & Veterinary Care Foundations course in Sydney allows you to develop essential skills at your own pace from the comfort of your home. Whether you’re considering a career in animal welfare, or looking to support veterinary teams and/or volunteer to care...

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    Approximately 25 hours
    2026-09-20 2026-09-20
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    $295 Limited GST free / $236 / $265.50

    Gain Insight and Skills to Support Mental Health and Well-being! Learning outcomes This course provides an ideal foundation for anyone interested in understanding mental health more deeply, whether for personal growth or to support friends, family, or community members. Guided by a panel of Australia’s leading mental health and counselling professionals, you’ll develop a theoretical understanding and learn practical skills in psychology and counselling, enabling you to make a...

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    Approximately 45 hours
    2026-09-20 2026-09-20
    Online via Ulleo
    $695 $395 Limited GST free / $556 / $625.50

    Develop greater confidence and ease in everyday conversations with our communication shrort courses in Sydney! Good communication isn't just about what you say. The way you approach a conversation, respond to another person and adapt your communication style can all influence how an interaction develops. In this practical course, you'll explore some of the dynamics behind effective interpersonal communication and learn techniques you can apply in both professional and everyday...

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    2026-09-26 Sat 26 Sep 2026 2026-09-26
    1 session, 5.5 hours total
    9am - 2:30pm (UTC+10:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    David Crisante
    $243 Limited GST free / $194.40 / $206.60 / $218.70

    Find your funny and learn the fundamentals of writing stand-up comedy with our acting & performance short courses in Sydney! Ever caught yourself thinking that an awkward encounter, everyday frustration or strange observation could make a good joke? In this beginner-friendly course, multi award-winning comedian Dave Crisante will introduce you to practical techniques for finding comedy in the world around you and turning your ideas into original material. Through a series of...

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    Stand-up Comedy Course for Beginners

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    2026-10-10 Sat 10 Oct 2026 2026-10-10
    1 session, 5.5 hours total
    9am - 2:30pm (UTC+11:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    David Crisante
    $253 Limited GST free / $202.40 / $215.10 / $227.70

    Learn the fundamentals of marketing with our web design and development short courses in Sydney! Discover what marketing actually is and what makes great brands tick in this practical workshop designed for busy professionals. Whether you’re new to marketing, helping run a small business, or supporting marketing as part of a wider role, this course gives you a clear, grounded way of thinking about every brand decision. You’ll move from the famous four Ps of marketing product, price,...

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    Marketing Fundamentals: The 4 Ps and Beyond

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    2026-10-16 Fri 16 Oct 2026 2026-10-16
    1 session, 4 hours total
    10am - 2pm (UTC+11:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
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    2026-10-22 Thu 22 Oct 2026 2026-10-22
    1 session, 4 hours total
    10am - 2pm (UTC+11:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
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    1 session, 4 hours total
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    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
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    Learn digital drawing and painting with Procreate on your iPad with our with our graphic design & visual arts short courses in Sydney! Turn your iPad into a portable art studio and discover why Procreate has become one of the world's most popular creative apps. Whether you enjoy drawing, painting, illustration, lettering, or visual journalling, Procreate makes it easy to create professional-looking digital artwork wherever inspiration strikes. In this hands-on beginners course,...

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    Digital Art Course for Beginners: Procreate

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    2026-10-17 Sat 17 Oct 2026 - 2026-10-24 Sat 24 Oct 2026
    2 sessions, 13 hours total
    9:30am - 4pm (UTC+11:00) (first session)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Jacqueline Curry
    $395 Limited inc GST / $316 / $335.80 / $355.50

    Improve your work skills by learning how to startup a cafe with our comprehensive personal & career development courses in Sydney! This course will teach you everything you need to plan a successful cafe or restaurant. You will discover how to spot a good location, identify and side-step traps, do deals with agents and landlords that reduce the risks and boost business value. The legal, financial and personal aspects of your business will be at the forefront of all discussions:...

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    2026-10-17 Sat 17 Oct 2026 2026-10-17
    1 session, 5 hours total
    10am - 3pm (UTC+11:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Peter Panagiotopoulos
    $333 Limited GST free / $266.40 / $283.10 / $299.70

    Learn how to manage social media professionally with our marketing short courses in Sydney! Social media management is now one of the most in-demand digital marketing skills for businesses, freelancers, and content creators alike. Whether you’re managing social accounts for a company, building your own brand, supporting clients, or looking to move into a marketing role, this practical course will give you the skills and confidence to manage social media more strategically and...

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    2026-10-19 Mon 19 Oct 2026 2026-10-19
    1 session, 6 hours total
    10am - 4pm (UTC+11:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Rachel Beaney
    $527 Limited GST free / $421.60 / $448 / $474.30
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    Learn the fundamentals of bookkeeping and BAS preparation with our accounting and bookkeeping short courses in Sydney! If you've ever looked at a set of accounts and wondered where to begin, this practical beginners course is designed to help you build confidence with the core bookkeeping skills used by small businesses every day. Through a hands-on business case study, you'll work through the complete bookkeeping process — from recording transactions and reconciling accounts...

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    Accounting & Bookkeeping Course for Beginners

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    2026-10-21 Wed 21 Oct 2026 - 2026-10-28 Wed 28 Oct 2026
    2 sessions, 16 hours total
    9am - 5pm (UTC+11:00) (first session)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Mary Havellas
    $557 Limited GST free / $445.60 / $473.50 / $501.30
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