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 (25)
Certificate IV in Accounting
This qualification is designed to reflect the role of employees who perform duties such as: completion of BAS and other office taxes, operational reporting, production of basic management reports, production of basic job costing reports, preparation of budgets, supervising the operation of computer based systems, classifying, recording and reporting of accounting information, maintaining inventory records, managing a small office and making decisions in a legal context.
Diploma of Accounting
Learn about introducing and maintaining accounting systems, maintaining internal control systems, preparing financial statements for reporting entities, preparing tax returns, reporting on business performance, managing small teams, developing business plans and preparing management accounting reports. NMIT Accounting staff includes Certified Practising Accountants (CPAs) and registered tax agents.
Advanced Diploma of Accounting
Take the Advanced Diploma as an exciting pathway for practising as a qualified accountant. Learn about tax planning, evaluating business performance, performing internal and external audit functions, perform and supervise audits, management financial planning and managing a team or department. NMIT Accounting staff includes Certified Practising Accountants (CPAs) and registered tax agents.
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
This course is part of the Financial Services Training Package, which has been designed to provide skilled staff for the growing finance sector. Provides practical training in accounts payable/receivable, payroll preparation, cash handling, bookkeeping, financial reports, and business-activity statements. Developed under the Australian Qualifications Framework in close consultation with industry and professional associations. This is a nationally endorsed qualification.
Certificate IV in Bookkeeping
If you want to be part of the new generation of competent bookkeepers in the growing financial sector, NMIT's Certificate IV in Bookkeeping is ideal. The course meets the minimum requirements under the Tax Agent Services Act 2009 for those seeking a career as a registered BAS agent.
Diploma of Business
Suitable for those with experience and skills in a variety of business functions but lacking a formal education, you will acquire skills in finance, IT, human resources, marketing, administration and project management.
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.
Diploma of Business (Public Relations)
This course provides public relations training in key areas of campaign production, research and analysis of consumer behaviour to create interesting and effective mass media advertisements and campaigns. Interested in becoming a social media manager? If so, this course is for you. Participants of this course will engage in active campaign work for various industries.
Advanced Diploma of Business (Public Relations)
This course provides public relations training in key areas of campaign production, research and analysis of consumer behaviour to create interesting and effective mass media advertisements and campaigns. Interested in becoming a social media manager? If so, this course is for you. Participants of this course will engage in active campaign work for industry.
Certificate III in Business Administration (Legal)
Gain an introduction to the law and its operations and practical clerical skills such as how to produce legal documents, search public records or deliver court documentation. Paralegal staff and legal secretaries are highly sought after administrators with specialist skills and knowledge. Join this rewarding profession today.
Certificate IV in Business Sales
Provides essential training for individuals wanting business sales skills and a broad knowledge of the business sales industry. Designed for people currently working and who want to practically apply professional sales skills to employment as a sales account assistant, sales representative or sales agent.
Diploma of Financial Planning
Suitable for those interested in working asa financial planner, this course will meet the ASIC requirements for Tier 1 status. The Diploma of Financial Planning may lead to further education in the financial planning or business industries.
Diploma of Financial Services (Conveyancing)
Gain the necessary knowledge and skills to operate your own conveyancing business, including managing trust accounts or finalising conveyancing transactions. This program is designed for non-lawyers who wish to operate their own conveyancing business. Under the Conveyancers Act 2006 and from 1 July 2008, non-lawyers wishing to operate their own conveyancing business are required to be fully licensed by the Business Licensing Authority (BLA) Victoria.
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
Gain a practical understanding of international business and marketing theory for a range of functions, such as product and services promotion, financial reporting and international market data analysis. The Diploma of International Business is designed for business owners and employees seeking to develop their strategic international marketing skills.
Advanced Diploma of International Business
This course provides individuals with a practical understanding in a range of specialist international business and trade areas such as international business management and finance, international contract law, transport and logistics management, international trade relationships and international business opportunity analysis and research. Emphasis is placed on the practical application of theory to ‘real world’ and actual business situations.
Certificate III in International Trade
Working in a freight forwarding industry is the emphasis of this course. Includes practical placement with a freight forwarding company - students cover the essentials of supply chain management, import/export documentation using EDI software (industry standard), and an introduction to the requirements of the Australian Customs Service. Understanding freight forwarding tasks is essential for all importers and exporters of goods.
Certificate IV in International Trade
The development of practical skills and knowledge is emphasised here. Basic logistics and documentation of import/export transactions are covered. In addition, researching international business opportunities, and international marketing are introduced. INCOTERMS 2010 are covered in detail, as is the maths needed to calculate the containers needed for your international trade.
Diploma of Marketing
At our Diploma level we cover the specialist marketing theory – within a contemporary focus. Completion of industry projects is the emphasis here. Each year our students work outside the classroom with marketing professionals with a range of different local partners. This provides our students with invaluable work experience and industry contacts. Basic finance and project management are also covered.
Advanced Diploma of Marketing
Provides you with practical understanding of specialist marketing areas such as domestic and international marketing, e-business, marketing strategies, marketing management and marketing planning. Areas such as managing risk, project management and business planning are also covered. Practical application of theory to 'real world' business situations is emphasised through industry projects and partnerships.
Certificate IV in Property Services (Real Estate)
This program consists of three units from the CPP40307 Certificate IV in Property Services (Real Estate) that meet the educational requirements for employment as a Real Estate Agents’ Representative. An agents’ representative is an employee of a licensed estate agent who performs any of an estate agent's functions, such as a sales person or property manager, under the authority of that estate agent. While an agents’ representative may be a sales person or a property manager, they cannot operate a real estate business. The course covers property legislation, real estate sales and the rental market.
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 (7)
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.
Successful Project Management
Organisations are increasingly using project management to deliver new products and services or to generate organisational change. This course introduces you to the specialist skills and knowledge required for this growing area of management. Topics covered include project scope, negotiating and monitoring skills.
Project Skill Development
Learn how to define, plan, coordinate, control, review and evaluate a project.
Project Tools Using MS Project
Create a project, assign resources, monitor projects, work and arrange tasks, monitor costs, print reports, develop Gantt charts. This module can be taken individually or together the Project Skill Development module to complete the Successful Project Management short course.
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!
