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Business & Career Development Courses

Business & Career Development Courses

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    Invest in yourself with our personal and career development courses in Sydney

    Want to learn to lead a team or tackle a large professional project? Perhaps you want to drive up business by harnessing the power of digital marketing? Or maybe you just want to communicate your ideas more effectively to friends and colleagues.

    Whether you want to become a better manager, business owner, or communicator, you can improve your employability with our personal and career development short courses. Our classes take place at our campus in Rozelle or online via Zoom.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Q. What types of courses are included in Business and Career Development?
    A. This subject area includes courses that support professional skills, workplace confidence, business operations, communication, digital tools, creative industries, and personal development. Courses range from business finance, marketing, and technology through to communication, storytelling, and creative software skills.

    Q. Who are these courses suitable for?
    A. These courses are suitable for beginners as well as those with some experience. They are popular with people looking to upskill, change direction, build confidence at work, start a small business, or strengthen practical skills for personal or professional use.

    Q. Do I need prior experience to enrol?
    A. Most courses do not require prior experience unless stated in the course outline. Each course description clearly outlines the level and any recommended knowledge.

    Q. Are the skills taught practical and workplace focused?
    A. Yes. Courses focus on practical skills that can be applied straight away. Many include hands on exercises, real world examples, and tutor guidance relevant to current industry practices.

    Q. Are these courses relevant across different industries?
    A. Yes. Skills such as communication, digital marketing, finance basics, technology tools, and professional confidence are valuable across many industries and roles.

    Q. Do I receive a certificate after completing a course?
    A. Most courses provide a certificate of participation upon completion, which can be useful for professional development records or resumes.

    Enrol Today and Invest in Your Career!

    Whether you want to enhance your professional skills, improve workplace confidence, or take your career in a new direction, our Business & Career Development courses will give you the practical experience and confidence to succeed.

    Join us at Rozelle or online and start your career development journey today!

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    Upcoming courses

    Do you ever feel nervous starting conversations or struggle to keep them flowing? You’re not alone, yet conversation is one of life’s most essential skills. In this fun and practical course, you’ll learn how to speak to anyone with ease, whether it’s a colleague, a neighbour, or someone you’ve just met. Discover how to make a genuine connection, express yourself with confidence, and enjoy conversations that feel natural and engaging. You’ll soon see that small talk isn’t small at...

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    The Art of Conversation & Connection

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    2026-08-06 Thu 6 Aug 2026 - 2026-08-20 Thu 20 Aug 2026
    3 sessions, 6 hours total
    6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) (first session)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Wendy Knowles
    $239 Limited GST free / $191.20 / $203.20 / $215.10

    Step into the world of coding and discover how Python and ChatGPT can work together to accelerate your learning with our AI short courses in Sydney! In this tutor-led, interactive course, you’ll build solid Python programming fundamentals while learning how to use AI as a powerful coding partner. Instead of struggling alone with syntax errors or debugging issues, you’ll learn how to describe what you want in plain language, use AI to generate code, and then refine, test, and...

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    Python Programming with AI

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    2026-08-11 Tue 11 Aug 2026 - 2026-09-15 Tue 15 Sep 2026
    6 sessions, 18 hours total
    6pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) (first session)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Gregory Foulds
    $389 Limited inc GST / $311.20 / $330.70 / $350.10

    Improve your work skills and harness the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) by enrolling in our Business and Career short courses in Sydney. AI, such ChatGPT, is revolutionising business. This rapidly evolving landscape provides an unprecedented opportunity, and a distinct business advantage, for those in the know. This interactive workshop is designed for entrepreneurs, business owners, business enthusiasts and professionals who want to understand the potential in AI and profit...

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    Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Business Course

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    2026-08-22 Sat 22 Aug 2026 2026-08-22
    1 session, 6.5 hours total
    9:30am - 4pm (UTC+10:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Renee Neely
    $369 Limited GST free / $295.20 / $313.70 / $332.10
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    Improve your work skills by learning to use Microsoft Excel with our online Microsoft Office training courses! If you’re new to Excel or want to strengthen your foundational Microsoft Office skills, this online Excel for beginners course is the perfect starting point. You’ll learn how to navigate spreadsheets, create formulas, apply formatting, and build charts to make data clear and professional. Whether you use Excel at work or for personal projects, these essential Excel skills...

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    Excel for Beginners: Fundamentals and Functions

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    2026-08-31 Mon 31 Aug 2026 2026-08-31
    1 session, 6 hours total
    9:30am - 3:30pm (UTC+10:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Mandy Vyner
    $429 Limited GST free / $343.20 / $364.70 / $386.10

    Learn digital marketing with AI with our marketing courses in Sydney! Are you ready to take your business idea or creative project online but unsure where to start? Join this practical and beginner-friendly course to discover how artificial intelligence can make digital marketing faster, easier, and more effective. In just six sessions, you’ll learn how to use free or low-cost AI tools to build a brand, create content, and launch simple but impactful marketing campaigns—no tech...

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    Digital Marketing Essentials with AI Course

    <p>Learn digital marketing with AI with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/business-career-development/marketing">marketing courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

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    2026-09-15 Tue 15 Sep 2026 - 2026-10-20 Tue 20 Oct 2026
    6 sessions, 12 hours total
    6pm - 8pm (UTC+10:00) (first session)
    Online via Zoom
    Philip John
    $559 Limited inc GST / $447.20 / $475.10 / $503.10

    Improve your work skills by learning the art of conversation with our communication courses in Sydney! This course is the perfect blend of serious and fun! It provides a unique approach to developing effective communication skills by combining the principles of journalism, diplomacy and sales. Students will learn how to build rapport and gain the trust of others in a variety of settings.  You'll learn how to charm anyone you talk to, whether it's acing a job interview, winning over...

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    Mastering the Art of Communication Course

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    2026-09-26 Sat 26 Sep 2026 2026-09-26
    1 session, 5.5 hours total
    9am - 2:30pm (UTC+10:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    David Crisante
    $239 Limited GST free / $191.20 / $203.20 / $215.10

    Improve your professional abilities by learning vital public speaking skills with our career development short courses & communication skills short courses in Sydney! This Public Speaking Training course is designed for anyone who wants to gain better communication skills and present with greater self-confidence.  It is highly interactive and will help you be more charismatic at work and in social settings. Do you ever feel nervous when you are talking in a team meeting or need to...

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    Public Speaking Training Course

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    2026-10-17 Sat 17 Oct 2026 2026-10-17
    1 session, 5.5 hours total
    9:30am - 3pm (UTC+11:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    David Crisante
    $249 Limited GST free / $199.20 / $211.70 / $224.10

    Improve your work skills by learning how to startup a cafe with our comprehensive personal & career development courses in Sydney! This course will teach you everything you need to plan a successful cafe or restaurant. You will discover how to spot a good location, identify and side-step traps, do deals with agents and landlords that reduce the risks and boost business value. The legal, financial and personal aspects of your business will be at the forefront of all discussions:...

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    Cafe & Restaurant Startup Workshop

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    2026-10-17 Sat 17 Oct 2026 2026-10-17
    1 session, 5 hours total
    10am - 3pm (UTC+11:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Peter Panagiotopoulos
    $329 Limited GST free / $263.20 / $279.70 / $296.10

    Learn the fundamentals of bookkeeping and BAS preparation with our accounting and bookkeeping short courses in Sydney! If you've ever looked at a set of accounts and wondered where to begin, this practical beginners course is designed to help you build confidence with the core bookkeeping skills used by small businesses every day. Through a hands-on business case study, you'll work through the complete bookkeeping process — from recording transactions and reconciling accounts...

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    Accounting & Bookkeeping Course for Beginners

    <p>Learn the fundamentals of bookkeeping and BAS preparation with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/finance-investment/accounting">accounting and bookkeeping short courses

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    2026-10-21 Wed 21 Oct 2026 - 2026-10-28 Wed 28 Oct 2026
    2 sessions, 16 hours total
    9am - 5pm (UTC+11:00) (first session)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Mary Havellas
    $549 Limited GST free / $439.20 / $466.70 / $494.10
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    Learn to build your own professional website quickly and effectively using Wordpress with our web design short courses in Sydney! Whether you’re launching a small business, promoting your services, starting a blog, or building an online portfolio, this practical two-day WordPress course will give you the skills to create and manage your own website—without needing to code. Designed for beginners, this hands-on course guides you step-by-step through the process of building a fully...

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    WordPress Course: Design & Build Your Own Website

    <p>Learn to build your own professional website quickly and effectively using Wordpress with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/design-technology/web-design">web design

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    2026-10-22 Thu 22 Oct 2026 - 2026-10-23 Fri 23 Oct 2026
    2 sessions, 13 hours total
    9:30am - 4:30pm (UTC+11:00) (first session)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Phillip Peet
    $549 Limited GST free / $439.20 / $466.70 / $494.10