Sydney

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 Unknown

How do I become a small business owner?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
BSB40320

Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business
Online
10 months
$3,695
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cafe or Restaurant Manager Department Manager Franchisee
Independent Contractor Office Manager Retail Manager Retail Supervisor Retail Team Leader Small Business Owner Store Manager Corporate Services Manager
+ 8 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cafe or Restaurant Manager Department Manager Franchisee Independent Contractor Office Manager Retail Manager Retail Supervisor Retail Team Leader Small Business Owner Store Manager Corporate Services Manager + 8 more
BSB50120

Diploma of Business (Operations)
Online
12 months
$0 - $3,495
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cafe or Restaurant Manager Franchisee Independent Contractor
Office Manager Project Coordinator Small Business Owner Operations Manager Operations Coordinator Area Manager Business Support Officer
+ 7 more
BSB50120

Diploma of Business (Business Development)
Online
12 months
$3,495 - $4,050
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Franchisee Independent Contractor Operations Manager
Project Coordinator Small Business Owner Business Development Manager
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Franchisee Independent Contractor Operations Manager Project Coordinator Small Business Owner Business Development Manager + 3 more

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 Financial Analyst Business Development Manager Entrepreneur Sales Manager
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Project Manager Operations Manager Small Business Owner Team Leader Financial Analyst Business Development Manager Entrepreneur Sales Manager + 5 more
BSB50120

Diploma of Business
Online
12 months
$3,495 - $6,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Office Manager Project Coordinator Small Business Owner
Cafe or Restaurant Manager Franchisee Independent Contractor Governance Coordinator Scheduler Business Support Officer Regional Manager
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Office Manager Project Coordinator Small Business Owner Cafe or Restaurant Manager Franchisee Independent Contractor Governance Coordinator Scheduler Business Support Officer Regional Manager + 7 more
SIR50116

Diploma of Retail Leadership
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$0 - $4,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Retail Team Leader Store Manager Cafe or Restaurant Manager
Small Business Owner Franchisee Department Manager Retail Manager Cluster Manager
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Retail Team Leader Store Manager Cafe or Restaurant Manager Small Business Owner Franchisee Department Manager Retail Manager Cluster Manager + 5 more
11210NAT

Diploma of Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Blended
12 months
$0
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Small Business Owner Franchisee Entrepreneur
Corporate Services Manager
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Small Business Owner Franchisee Entrepreneur Corporate Services Manager + 1 more

Graduate Certificate in Business
Blended, On Campus, Online
4 - 8 months
$0 - $33,336
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
General Manager Managing Director Senior Administrator
Small Business Owner Business Adviser Management Consultant Risk Manager Entrepreneur
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
General Manager Managing Director Senior Administrator Small Business Owner Business Adviser Management Consultant Risk Manager Entrepreneur + 5 more
BSB30220

Certificate III in Entrepreneurship and New Business
Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 24 months
$0 - $9,550
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cafe or Restaurant Manager Small Business Owner Franchisee
Independent Contractor
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cafe or Restaurant Manager Small Business Owner Franchisee Independent Contractor + 1 more
BSB50120

Diploma of Business (Organisational Development)
Online
12 months
$3,495
  • 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
*Showing course fees for all providers. Some providers may not be available in your area.

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Common questions

How can I become a small business owner?

To become a small business owner in Sydney, you may want to consider completing the Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business. This qualification will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in this industry.

Are there training providers in Sydney?

You can train to become a small business owner by completing a qualification with College for Adult Learning. 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 Sydney area that provide small business owner training. The closest campus is 1km away from the center of Sydney. You can also study a small business owner course through online learning. Find a course provider that best suits your study needs.

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