Partnerships Manager

A Partnerships Manager develops and maintains relationships with key partners to drive business growth and collaboration. You might work for a corporation, non-profit organisation, or government agency. Partnerships Managers focus on identifying potential partners, negotiating agreements, and managing ongoing relationships. You’ll coordinate with various departments to ensure alignment with partnership goals and track performance metrics.

Partnerships Managers play a crucial role in expanding organisational networks and achieving strategic objectives. You’ll need to be proactive and diplomatic, with strong negotiation and communication skills. You’ll liaise with partners and internal teams to foster successful collaborations, ensuring mutual benefits and supporting overall organisational success.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $119,600
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a partnerships manager?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Master of Business Administration

Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 24 months
$0 - $106,650
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
BSB50420

Diploma of Leadership and Management

Blended, Online, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$0 - $6,318
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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Director Category Specialist Retail Executive Procurement Manager Business Development Executive Operations Specialist Scrum Master Head of Digital Strategy Transformation Assistant Manager Area Manager Regional Manager Presales Consultant Reporting Analyst Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Business Services Manager Team Administrator Sales Engineer Business Specialist Catchment Officer Cabin Crew Supervisor Senior Rates Officer Senior Compliance Officer Dog Trainer Landfill Supervisor Environmental Health Officer Professional Dancer Water Treatment Supervisor Dam Operations Manager Irrigation Water Supervisor Water Networks Supervisor Trade Waste Officer Investigation Manager Crematorium Technician Athlete Community Coach Renewable Energy Tradesperson Funeral Director Funeral Assistant Electrical Fitter Electrical Linesman Rail Traction Linesman Cable Jointer Substation Technician Driller Offsider Geological Technician Watchkeeper Deck Officer Timber Dispatch Coordinator Head of Cyber 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BSB50120

Diploma of Business

Blended, Online
12 months
$0 - $6,318
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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BSB80320

Graduate Diploma of Strategic Leadership

Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
3 - 48 months
$0 - $31,050
  • At least 5 years work experience in a related field OR
  • Completed Diploma (AQF Level 5) or above in related fields of study and 3 years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience OR
  • Completed Bachelor degree in related fields of study and 2 years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • At least 5 years work experience in a related field OR
  • Completed Diploma (AQF Level 5) or above in related fields of study and 3 years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience OR
  • Completed Bachelor degree in related fields of study and 2 years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience.
  • Completed Bachelor degree in related fields of study and 2 years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Commerce

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

Graduate Certificate in Business Administration

Blended, On Campus, Online
4 - 24 months
$0 - $1,556,016,496
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Master of Marketing

Blended, On Campus
12 - 24 months
$0 - $78,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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