Overview

BSB40820 Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication

This qualification is only available via Recognition of Prior Learning.

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who use well developed marketing and communication skills and a broad knowledge base in a wide variety of contexts. This qualification applies to individuals in full-time marketing roles, as well as those who are responsible for an organisation’s marketing in addition to other duties.

Individuals in these roles apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources.

Course Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be awarded a Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication (BSB40820).

Likely job titles of those suited to RPL for this qualification include:

Direct Marketing Officer
Marketing Research Assistant
Marketing Coordinator
Marketing Officer
Public Relations Officer
Communications Advisor

Entry Requirements

What do I need before I start?

There are no formal prerequisite units required for entry into this course.

You will however require intermediate English language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills.

You will need access to a computer with Microsoft Office Suite, PDF reader capabilities and an internet connection.

Please be advised we are unable to train students on a student visa. You must find a CRICOS registered training provider.

Units of Competency

To complete this course you must demonstrate competency in a total of 12 units.

Core Units

BSBCMM411 Make presentations
BSBCRT412 Articulate, present and debate ideas
BSBMKG433 Undertake marketing activities
BSBMKG435 Analyse consumer behaviour
BSBMKG439 Develop and apply knowledge of communications industry
BSBWRT411 Write complex documents

Elective Units*

BSBMKG431 Assess marketing opportunities
BSBOPS403 Apply business risk management processes
BSBOPS404 Implement customer service strategies
BSBPEF402 Develop personal work priorities
BSBTWK401 Build and maintain business relationships
BSBMKG434 Promote products and services

You can view the full list of units available to study within this qualification on training.gov.au.

*If you wish to change one or more of your elective units please contact us. While we endeavour to be able to provide all options, changes to elective units cannot be guaranteed. The cost for custom unit packaging is $250 for RPL.

Delivery Options

This qualification is only available through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Contact us for a Free Skills Assessment to determine your suitability to undertake this qualification. This will be sent to our RPL Facilitator who will assess your eligibility and can provide you with recommendations for suitable RPL pathways that match your skills and experience.

If you are deemed a good candidate for RPL for this qualification, a non-refundable 50% deposit will be required to proceed with your RPL with full payment required before a certificate is issued.

For each unit of competency, candidates will be given the option to demonstrate competency through a combination of any of the following:

Written or verbal questions demonstrating the required knowledge
Case studies or practical activities demonstrating the required skills
Projects based on a real or simulated workplace
Portfolio of evidence which may include:
- Prior qualifications, both accredited and non-accredited
- Employment history such as position descriptions and performance appraisals
- Industry appointments such as board and committee roles
- Publications and journals
- Samples of work and other relevant documents, photos, videos, etc.
- Testimonials and other references from verifiable sources

Each candidate is assessed individually. Our assessment team will validate the evidence supplied and conduct mapping against the evidence requirements for each unit. Where required, assessors will request additional evidence and provide guidance on suitable types of evidence for the candidate to supply.

Time frames for completion of your RPL

Students are required to submit the requested evidence for assessment by Asset College within 3 months of paying their deposit. If requested evidence cannot be supplied within this time frame a $50 extension fee will be applied.

Pathways

After completing this course you may wish to further your studies with:

BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management
Other relevant Diploma qualifications.

Course Fees

This qualification is only available through RPL.

RPL – $1820

Payment Options

Individualised quotes will be discussed with our RPL Manager after submission of a free skills assessment. Please read the full outline on our RPL process here.

1. 2 split payments

Pay 50% of the course fees to begin your RPL, with 50% due on completion before your certificate is issued.

2. zipMoney payment plan

Up to 6 months interest free on zipMoney. Best for people with an existing zipMoney account.

Other Information

Please read our Course Fees and Refund policy here.

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