Study Business at NMIT for fantastic pathways and industry connections to propel your small business, brush up on your business skills or take the next step in your existing career – there are all sorts of courses and delivery modes to get you (and your business) where you want to be.
A career in business offers the potential for great financial reward and growth, yet also demands a wide range of specialised skills and knowledge. These business programs are designed to provide both theoretical knowledge and high-level vocational skills to meet the needs of both local and multinational organisations and the broader business community.
NMIT also offers a range of business and industry-focused certificates, diplomas and degrees through the following departments:
NMIT offers many pathways for students to further their studies. Links exist with La Trobe University for entry into second-year degrees upon successful completion of several different Business courses.
Student success stories:
- Tahir plans to run his own accounting business
- June finds the practical parts of her course most valuable
- NMIT’s small class sizes and caring teacher’s helped Abdelnour settle into studies
Available Courses (30)
Certificate IV in Accounting
A solid pathway to your accountancy career - NMIT's Certificate IV in Accounting is a practical course for students wanting to start a career in accounting. The course is compact and teaches the foundations of accounting.
Diploma of Accounting
Upgrade your accountancy skills - NMIT's Diploma of Accounting is a practical course for students aspiring to take the next step in their career in accounting. The course is compact and teaches the fundamentals of accounting. This course provides students with flexibility to opt for day time or evening classes with a mix of online study.
Advanced Diploma of Accounting
Consolidate your accountancy qualifications - NMIT's Advanced Diploma of Accounting is a practical course for students wanting to get an edge within their career in accounting. The course is compact and consolidates knowledge and skills in accounting. This course provides students with flexibility to opt for day time or evening classes with a mix of online study.
Associate Degree of Accounting
The Associate Degree of Accounting now leads directly into the Bachelor of Accounting. The course covers subjects in the areas of law, information management, economics, statistics and management, accounting information systems, risk management and corporate governance, management accounting, company law, corporate accounting, financial management and taxation law compliance. NMIT staff come from a diverse range of academia and business and are highly qualified to deliver a quality program designed to meet student needs and industry demand.
Bachelor of Accounting
This course has been developed to meet the growing demand for business professionals with qualifications in the areas of accounting and sustainable business. It is ideal for those wishing to combine a mainstream accounting course with a sustainability and environmental management focus. The course includes traditional Accounting subjects covering General Accounting, Corporate Accounting, Management Accounting, Auditing and Taxation and Financial Management whilst at the same time providing a focus on environmental sustainability through subjects such as Introduction to Sustainability Studies, Environmental Law and Environmental Economics and Policy. Students who successfully complete an Associate Degree of Accounting are eligible to be accepted directly into the Bachelor of Accounting.
Certificate III in Accounts Administration
Get an industry designed qualification in 6 months - NMIT’s Certificate III in Accounts Administration is a compact 6 month course designed to acquire practical entry level skills in accounting and bookkeeping tasks. The course is part of the Financial Services Training Package, a set of qualifications recognised throughout Australia. The course is also available through flexible delivery enabling students to enrol and start the course at any time.
Certificate IV in Bookkeeping
Study part-time and get BAS agent registration in 6 months - NMIT’s Certificate IV in Bookkeeping meets the minimum requirements under the Tax Agent Services Act 2009 for students seeking a career as a registered BAS agent. This course is available through flexible delivery to suit your needs with a mix of online and classroom based learning, with evening classes also available. Students can enrol and start the course anytime.
Certificate II in Business
VETiS
Kickstart your career in business while still at school - NMIT offers Certificate II in Business to schools only as part of the VET in Schools (VETiS) Program.
Diploma of Business
Commerce Department
Qualify with flexible online options - NMIT’s Diploma of Business is designed for students with experience and skills in a variety of business functions but lacking a formal education. Students will add to their existing skills by gaining a greater understanding of finance, IT, human resources, marketing, administration and project management. By being available online, the Diploma of Business provides students with the flexibility to study at their own pace and work around family and employment commitments.
Diploma of Business
Business Enterprise Centre
Cement your current skills within Business. Go for that promotion to management while you work full-time with NMIT’s Diploma of Business.
Associate Degree of Business
NMIT's Associate Degree of Business is a newly accredited two-year higher education qualifcation designed to meet the needs of industry and business for skilled and knowledgeable para-professionals and business specialists. Graduates may seek employment in areas such as management, marketing, human resources, international trade, logistics management or commerce.
Bachelor of Business
NMIT's Bachelor of Business is a newly accredited three-year higher education qualifcation designed to meet the needs of industry and business for skilled and knowledgeable professionals and business specialists. Graduates may seek employment in areas such as management, marketing, human resources, international trade, logistics management or commerce.
Certificate III in Business Administration (Legal)
Start your career as a legal receptionist - be introduced to current law and its operations, practical clerical skills and search public records processes to start your career as a legal receptionist.
Certificate III in Business Administration Education
Work in the school office - learn the skills to work in administration in a variety of educational institutions for example primary or secondary schools.
Advanced Diploma of Conveyancing
Take a step towards your conveyancer licence. Meet the compulsory educational requirements set by the Business Licensing Authority (BLA) Victoria to apply for a Conveyancer Licence with these 8 units from the FNS60311 Advanced Diploma of Conveyancing.
Diploma of Financial Planning
Be the financial planner your clients rely on - Financial planning is stringently regulated especially when providing advice to the public. NMIT’s Diploma in Financial Planning ensures you meet RG 146 standards outlined by Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) and go further with skills to confidently advise on managed investments, superannuation, life insurance and securities.
Certificate II in Financial Services
Get a foundation towards higher studies - NMIT’s Certificate II in Financial Services is designed to up-skill the financial literacy and basic financial skill needs of remote and indigenous or new entrants wishing to build pathways into further studies within the financial services industry. Intakes may be available for Semester 2. Please contact the department for the latest course information.
Associate Degree of Information Technology
NMIT's Associate Degree of Information Technology is a newly accredited qualification designed to meet the growing demand for business professionals qualified in the areas of network security, business information systems and software development.
Bachelor of Information Technology
NMIT's Bachelor of Information Technology is a newly accredited degree designed to meet the growing demand for business professionals qualified in the areas of network security, business information systems and software development.
Diploma of International Business
Be job ready in 6 months - Graduates of NMIT’s Diploma of International Business obtain a practical understanding of international business and marketing theory to apply to a wide range of functions and tasks allowing students to move straight into employment after completion of the course.
Advanced Diploma of International Business
Get job ready for middle level management in 6 months - NMIT’s Advanced Diploma of International Business provides students with a management view of international business and trade allowing them to analyse and recognise business opportunities, develop effective trade relationships and conduct market analysis. NMIT’s industry insights and connections ensure students acquire current industry skills and training including industry standard EDI software.
Certificate III in International Trade
Get qualified for a career in 6 months - NMIT’s Certificate III in International Trade provides students with practical skills related to international business and marketing designed to immediately perform a range of job related functions and tasks on employment.
Certificate IV in International Trade
Move into entry level management in 6 months - NMIT’s Certificate IV in International Trade will give you practical skills related to international business and marketing. The Certificate IV builds upon the EDI software skills acquired at the Certificate III level, allowing students to move straight into employment after completion of the course.
Advanced Diploma of Legal Practice
Supplement your legal skills and knowledge online - NMIT’s Advanced Diploma of Legal Practice is an online course which provides a thorough introduction to the law and its current operation. The course provides essential knowledge and skills required by people employed or seeking employment in the legal administrative support area. If you are already employed in the industry you may speed up the course through Recognition of Prior Learning.
Certificate IV in Logistics
Qualify for an entry level management role in 6 months - the Certificate IV in Logistics is a practical course that will get you job ready in 6 months with practical and operational components to kick start your career. As this course is not semester based, you can start studying when it is convenient for you. This course is available online and offers you with the flexibility to study at your own pace and work around family and employment commitments. This course is offered full-time (6 months) as a classroom based course, or flexibly by online delivery. Intakes may be available for Semester 2. Please contact the department for the latest course information.
Diploma of Logistics
Move up to a higher level in management in 6 months - the Diploma of Logistics is practical course that will get you qualified to move up to higher level management roles in 6 months with practical and operational components to meet the growth demand in the logistics industry.
Diploma of Management
Take the next step in your career. Extend your career and management skills. Learn how to manage the work of others while adding value to your team leadership and your organisations management practices.
Diploma of Marketing
Be job ready in 6 months - NMIT's Diploma of Marketing covers specialist marketing theory and equally importantly, commercial application with a contemporary focus. Covering the foundations of marketing, business law, e-business and management, the emphasis is on the practical application of theory to genuine business situations. NMIT’s Diploma of Marketing is designed to logically cluster units that complement one another, reducing duplication while delivering a qualification that is increasingly sought after by business.
Advanced Diploma of Marketing
Up-skill with a practical qualification in 6 months - NMIT's Advanced Diploma of Marketing takes students from theory to practice by applying their studies to genuine business situations through commercial projects and industry partnerships.
Certificate IV in Property Services (Real Estate)
Agents' Representative - Real Estate
Gain entry into Real Estate - this Agents’ Representative course meets the educational requirements to work within a real estate business as an Agent’s Representative. As an Agents’ Representative you will be able to work under the supervision of a licensed estate agent in roles such as a sales representative or a property manager.
Higher Ed. Courses (6)
Associate Degree of Accounting
The Associate Degree of Accounting now leads directly into the Bachelor of Accounting. The course covers subjects in the areas of law, information management, economics, statistics and management, accounting information systems, risk management and corporate governance, management accounting, company law, corporate accounting, financial management and taxation law compliance. NMIT staff come from a diverse range of academia and business and are highly qualified to deliver a quality program designed to meet student needs and industry demand.
Bachelor of Accounting
This course has been developed to meet the growing demand for business professionals with qualifications in the areas of accounting and sustainable business. It is ideal for those wishing to combine a mainstream accounting course with a sustainability and environmental management focus. The course includes traditional Accounting subjects covering General Accounting, Corporate Accounting, Management Accounting, Auditing and Taxation and Financial Management whilst at the same time providing a focus on environmental sustainability through subjects such as Introduction to Sustainability Studies, Environmental Law and Environmental Economics and Policy. Students who successfully complete an Associate Degree of Accounting are eligible to be accepted directly into the Bachelor of Accounting.
Associate Degree of Business
NMIT's Associate Degree of Business is a newly accredited two-year higher education qualifcation designed to meet the needs of industry and business for skilled and knowledgeable para-professionals and business specialists. Graduates may seek employment in areas such as management, marketing, human resources, international trade, logistics management or commerce.
Bachelor of Business
NMIT's Bachelor of Business is a newly accredited three-year higher education qualifcation designed to meet the needs of industry and business for skilled and knowledgeable professionals and business specialists. Graduates may seek employment in areas such as management, marketing, human resources, international trade, logistics management or commerce.
Associate Degree of Information Technology
NMIT's Associate Degree of Information Technology is a newly accredited qualification designed to meet the growing demand for business professionals qualified in the areas of network security, business information systems and software development.
Bachelor of Information Technology
NMIT's Bachelor of Information Technology is a newly accredited degree designed to meet the growing demand for business professionals qualified in the areas of network security, business information systems and software development.
Available Short Courses (4)
Lead Your Team
This course will give you the confidence as well as the skills and knowledge to improve your leadership skills in a personal and/or professional team environment.
Powerful Public Speaking
Have you ever wished you could speak publicly with ease and confidence? This course will enable you manage your nerves and give both impromptu and prepared speeches for a variety of situations and for a variety of purposes.
Securing Tomorrow's Business Today
Gain an introduction to a range of principles and practices aimed at improving business growth and planning. Designed for small business owners and sales representatives/managers, this course develops your skills in account and client relationships management, and securing clients and sales. NMIT can help you gain a competitive edge in the risky world of business.
Starting a Successful Business
If you have an idea to start your own business there's a lot you need to know. Gain a thorough introduction to key areas such as financial management, taxation, marketing and sales. Develop a proposal and plan and determine resource requirements for your microbusiness. Take the first step to success today!
