Cairns

Small Business Owner

Small Businesses in Australia have under 20 staff, but more than 75% have less than 4 employees. These are known as micro-businesses. Small businesses operate in every Australian industry and employment sector — retail, hospitality, manufacturing, and professional services being some of the most common.

Most Small Business Owners have a heavy workload (at least in the first 5-8 years of business) managing daily operations, marketing, sales and production output. At the same time they oversee administration, HR and recruitment, safety, and compliance.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $56,160
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a small business owner?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
Recommended
BSB40320

Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business
Online
10 - 12 months
$0 - $3,795
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Department Manager Independent Contractor Office Manager
Retail Manager Retail Supervisor Small Business Owner Local Government Customer Service Assistant
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Department Manager Independent Contractor Office Manager Retail Manager Retail Supervisor Small Business Owner Local Government Customer Service Assistant + 4 more
BSB50120

Diploma of Business (Business Development)
Online
12 months
$0 - $4,050
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Franchisee Operations Manager Project Coordinator
Small Business Owner Business Development Manager
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Franchisee Operations Manager Project Coordinator Small Business Owner Business Development Manager + 2 more
BSB50120

Diploma of Business
Blended, Online
12 months
$0 - $6,318
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Office Manager Project Coordinator Small Business Owner
Governance Coordinator Scheduler Business Support Officer Regional Manager Project Officer Fitness Studio Manager Creative Entrepreneur Digital Business Strategist Data Miner Product Specialist Corporate Services Manager Account Manager Park Manager Buyer Information Officer Customer Service Officer Brand Ambassador Life Coach Community Engagement Officer Sports Facility Manager Landfill Supervisor Investigation Manager RTO Compliance Officer Intelligence Officer National Security Adviser Enrolment and Admissions Officer Innovation Coordinator Customer Success Manager Chief Innovation Officer ICT Sales Assistant Data Analytics Consultant Logistician Innovation Manager Purchasing Officer Quality Assurance Engineer Data Consultant IT Auditor Event Planner Strata Manager Planning Officer Student Experience Officer Travel Agency Manager Regional Coordinator Real Estate Agency Manager Bank Manager Aquaculture Manager Sustainable Farmer Customs and Border Protection Officer Winemaker Vineyard Manager Social Media Strategist Resilience Officer Head of Procurement Head of Digital Strategy Transformation Radio Producer Operational Risk Manager Accounting Manager Financial Controller Forensic Accountant Innovation Strategist New Home Sales Consultant Customer Service Manager Fraud Analyst Financial Assistant Assistant Broker Library Assistant Museum Assistant Librarian Gym Manager Fitness Centre Manager Sales Analyst High Performance Coach Conference Manager Event Director Exhibition Manager Tour Operations Manager Local Government Administration Officer Reservations Manager HVAC Technician Bakery Manager Clinical Coder Fashion Photographer Portrait Photographer Screenplay Writer Grip Gaffer Driller Drilling Supervisor Concreter
+ 89 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Office Manager Project Coordinator Small Business Owner Governance Coordinator Scheduler Business Support Officer Regional Manager Project Officer Fitness Studio Manager Creative Entrepreneur Digital Business Strategist Data Miner Product Specialist Corporate Services Manager Account Manager Park Manager Buyer Information Officer Customer Service Officer Brand Ambassador Life Coach Community Engagement Officer Sports Facility Manager Landfill Supervisor Investigation Manager RTO Compliance Officer Intelligence Officer National Security Adviser Enrolment and Admissions Officer Innovation Coordinator Customer Success Manager Chief Innovation Officer ICT Sales Assistant Data Analytics Consultant Logistician Innovation Manager Purchasing Officer Quality Assurance Engineer Data Consultant IT Auditor Event Planner Strata Manager Planning Officer Student Experience Officer Travel Agency Manager Regional Coordinator Real Estate Agency Manager Bank Manager Aquaculture Manager Sustainable Farmer Customs and Border Protection Officer Winemaker Vineyard Manager Social Media Strategist Resilience Officer Head of Procurement Head of Digital Strategy Transformation Radio Producer Operational Risk Manager Accounting Manager Financial Controller Forensic Accountant Innovation Strategist New Home Sales Consultant Customer Service Manager Fraud Analyst Financial Assistant Assistant Broker Library Assistant Museum Assistant Librarian Gym Manager Fitness Centre Manager Sales Analyst High Performance Coach Conference Manager Event Director Exhibition Manager Tour Operations Manager Local Government Administration Officer Reservations Manager HVAC Technician Bakery Manager Clinical Coder Fashion Photographer Portrait Photographer Screenplay Writer Grip Gaffer Driller Drilling Supervisor Concreter + 89 more
BSB50120

Diploma of Business (Operations)
Blended, Online
12 months
$0 - $3,595
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Franchisee Office Manager Project Coordinator
Small Business Owner Operations Manager Operations Coordinator Area Manager Business Support Officer Corporate Services Manager Sports Facility Manager Operations Officer Club Manager
+ 9 more
BSB30220

Certificate III in Entrepreneurship and New Business
Online
6 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Small Business Owner Independent Contractor
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Small Business Owner Independent Contractor
BSB50120

Diploma of Business (Organisational Development)
Blended, Online
12 months
$0 - $3,595
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Team Leader Office Manager Small Business Owner
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Team Leader Office Manager Small Business Owner

Bachelor of Applied Business (Management)
Online
24 months
$58,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Project Manager Operations Manager Small Business Owner
Team Leader Business Development Manager Entrepreneur Sales Manager
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Project Manager Operations Manager Small Business Owner Team Leader Business Development Manager Entrepreneur Sales Manager + 4 more

Bachelor of Applied Entrepreneurship
Online
24 months
$58,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Entrepreneur Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Small Business Owner
Sales Manager
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Entrepreneur Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Small Business Owner Sales Manager + 1 more

Graduate Certificate in Business
Blended, Online
4 - 8 months
$0 - $19,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Managing Director Senior Administrator Small Business Owner
Business Adviser Management Consultant Risk Manager
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Managing Director Senior Administrator Small Business Owner Business Adviser Management Consultant Risk Manager + 3 more
BSB50120

Diploma of Business (Entrepreneurship)
Online
18 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Entrepreneur Small Business Owner
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Entrepreneur Small Business Owner
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Common questions

How can I become a small business owner?

To become a small business owner in Cairns, you may want to consider completing the Diploma of Business. This qualification will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in this industry.

Are there training providers in Cairns?

You can train to become a small business owner by completing a qualification with AAMC Training or Upskilled. Find a course provider near you. Once you make an enquiry, a course advisor will get in touch to discuss your study options and course fees.

What study modes are available?

There are several campuses within the Cairns area that provide small business owner training. The nearest campus is located right in the center of Cairns. You can also study a small business owner course through online, distance or traineeship learning. Find a course provider that best suits your study needs.

Further reading

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