Area Manager

An Area Manager oversees operations in a particular geographic area of a business. You might lead a team across several stores or branches and ensure all operations are running effectively. Area Managers may look at profits and finances as well as deal with staffing and customer service issues. You might handle any major problems that arise within your designated area.

Area Managers should be organised and able to handle several tasks at once. It’s important that you have strong personal skills and excellent leadership abilities. Area Managers must be good problem solvers and be able to communicate with people from a range of backgrounds.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $101,400
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a area manager?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
BSB40120

Certificate IV in Business

Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$288 - $4,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
BSB50420

Diploma of Leadership and Management

Blended, Online, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$0 - $6,068
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
BSB50120

Diploma of Business (Operations)

Blended, Online
12 months
$0 - $3,495
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
BSB60420

Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management

Online
18 months
$8,568
  • At least 2 years work experience in a related field OR
  • Completed Diploma (AQF Level 5) or above from the BSB Training Package
Additional requirements may apply.
  • At least 2 years work experience in a related field OR
  • Completed Diploma (AQF Level 5) or above from the BSB Training Package
Additional requirements may apply.
SIR40316

Certificate IV in Retail Management

Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
4 - 24 months
$0 - $4,778
  • Completed Certificate III in Retail or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
  • Completed Certificate III in Retail or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Business (Management)

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $97,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Commerce (Management)

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $45,300
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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