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VTP373 Start Your Own Business

Not available to international students.

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Key details

Duration

year/s

This program is delivered over a period of 10 weeks.

Intake

Locations

Alice Springs, Waterfront Darwin, Remote, various
Not available to international students.

Course code

VTP373

Overview



This course is not available for online applications.

This program will suit anyone who is running a micro-business or would like to set up their own business.  

The course will help students investigate micro-business opportunities, develop a micro business proposal, organise finances for the micro business and comply with regulatory, taxation and insurance requirements for the micro-business.   

Each unit of study is nationally accredited and can provide a pathway into a full qualification. 

Career opportunities

N/A

Credit transfers and advanced standing

Skill recognition

Skills recognition is not applicable to this course. CDU's short courses are highly targeted courses designed to help you improve a specific skill. They will help you improve your career prospects, maintain currency in your field, or allow you to try out something completely new.

Pathways

VET to Higher Education Pathway Mapping for completed Awards in the same field or discipline.

Fees

2024 Fees

  Fee Type  2024 Course Fees
  NT Government supported*  $555.00
  Full Fee  $1,500.00

*This course is supported by the NT Government for eligible domestic students who are NT residents. A limited number of NT Government supported places are available, so secure your place now.

Fees shown are indicative and subject to change annually. Actual course fees may vary depending on the units chosen. International non-student visa-holders; study eligibility needs to be verified before enrolment. Fees may vary depending on the visa type.

For further clarification and information on fees, payment options, instalment plans, and refunds, contact CDU on 1800 061 963 or refer to TAFE Fees and Payments.

Fee exemptions

Exemptions apply to TAFE tuition fees for NTG supported courses only.

At the time of enrolment, students in these categories will be exempt from paying tuition fees:

  • Recipient of a Centrelink payment
  • Recipient of Department of Veterans Affairs benefits
  • Enrolled Secondary Students
  • Permanent residents with refugee or humanitarian status

Certified copy of the evidence must be provided at the time of enrolment.

If your course is delivered in a location that is listed on the NTG’s Location Categories for VET Funded Programs, with remote as the location category you may be eligible for the Remote 2 Location tuition fee exemption.

Delivery allowance for VET funded programs

International VET Package

Course information flyer(s)

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Why study at CDU?

Whether you learn on campus or online, you will be studying with a proud multi-sector university that’s a leader in research and flexible study delivery. CDU is innovative, industry-relevant and student-centred. Our students are at the heart of all that we do.

  • Benefit from smaller class sizes for more personalised attention
  • Online learners receive the same support as their on-campus peers
  • Enjoy inclusive, welcoming learning environments
  • Utilise our deep connections with industry, businesses and communities in the Northern Territory, across Australia, and beyond
Social Work CDU Event

Why study at CDU?

Whether you learn on campus or online, you will be studying with a proud multi-sector university that’s a leader in research and flexible study delivery. CDU is innovative, industry-relevant and student-centred. Our students are at the heart of all that we do.

  • Benefit from smaller class sizes for more personalised attention
  • Online learners receive the same support as their on-campus peers
  • Enjoy inclusive, welcoming learning environments
  • Utilise our deep connections with industry, businesses and communities in the Northern Territory, across Australia, and beyond

What will I study?

To achieve the vocational training program VTP373 - Start You Own Business a total of four (4) units of competency must be completed as listed below.Students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment for units successfully completed.

Course structure

To achieve the vocational training program VTP373 - Start You Own Business a total of four (4) units of competency must be completed as listed below.

Students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment for units successfully completed.


The total Nominal Hours for this training program is 150.

CodeModule/Unit of CompetencyHours
Units of Competency
BSBESB301Investigate business opportunities25
BSBESB302Develop and present business proposals30
BSBESB303Organise finances for new business ventures50
BSBESB305Address compliance requirements for new business ventures45
 Total nominal hours for the training program150

 

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

Students complete a language, literacy and numeracy quiz (LLN Robot) before entering the program. This quiz is used to establish:

  • whether the student is in the correct unit level to be successful,
  • whether any special needs exist for the student.

The people-first approach to flexibility and supportive learning environment at CDU meant I could find a balance with study, work and family life.

Nikki

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Nikki Govan

I genuinely believe Darwin is the land of opportunities if you leverage your strengths, abilities and skills.

Ellie

CDU student

CDU International students

The people-first approach to flexibility and supportive learning environment at CDU meant I could find a balance with study, work and family life.

Nikki

CDU student

Nikki Govan

I genuinely believe Darwin is the land of opportunities if you leverage your strengths, abilities and skills.

Ellie

CDU student

CDU International students

Course details

Accreditation

This is a non-award course and a Statement of Attainment will be issued for nationally recognised units of competency successfully completed.

Location and study mode

Delivery is subject to sufficient demand and resources.



Locations: Alice Springs, Waterfront Darwin, Remote, Various



Study Mode: On campus, online



Subject to demand other locations and modes may become available throughout the year.

Additional information

Sector
TAFE
Industry groups
BUSINESS AND CLERICAL
Occupation types
General Clerk
Area of study
Business and Retail Services, Business, Tourism

Contact details

Commerce and Information Technology
Location: Waterfront Darwin & Alice Springs Campus
Phone: 08 8946 7517 (WFD) 08 8959 5312 (ASP)
Email: vet.business@cdu.edu.au

You make CDU

Together we are a positive force for change in our communities and the world.

You make CDU

Our students choose to study with us because we share the same vision – to make a positive change. Whatever your motivation is, we can guide you in the right direction.

You make CDU

Together we are a positive force for change in our communities and the world.

You make CDU

Our students choose to study with us because we share the same vision – to make a positive change. Whatever your motivation is, we can guide you in the right direction.

How to apply

How to apply direct to CDU

Applications to CDU must be submitted online.

 

You will need a valid email address to create your online account.

 

Once you have started the application you will have the option of saving your application and resuming it at a later date.

 

There is no application fee when you apply online.

Find a CDU agent partner to help you apply

Applicants may seek further information about international education in Australia from theAustralian Government Department of Education and Training or from our overseas / external representatives.

 

To help with the process, we've compile a list of authorised representatives.

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