Business studies, often simply called business, is a field of study that deals with the principles of business, management and economics. It combines elements of accountancy, marketing, finance, organisational studies, human studies, human resource management and operations. Business studies is a broad subject, where the range of topics is designed to give the student a general overview of the various elements of running a business. The teaching of business studies is known as business education.
Training Levels and Requirements
The below chart shows a selection of occupations that are related to this learning area.
The four education and training levels are to be used as a guide only. These levels indicate the most common education and/or entry requirements for these occupations.
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The Four Education and Training Levels in Australia:
- Level 1
Usually has a skill level equal to the completion of Year 10, a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education, Certificate I or II. Australian Apprenticeships may be offered at this level.
- Level 2
Usually has a skill level equal to a Certificate III or IV, or at least three years relevant experience. Australian Apprenticeships may be offered at this level.
- Level 3
Usually requires a level of skill equal to a Diploma or Advanced Diploma. Study is often undertaken through TAFEs or Registered Training Organisations. Some universities offer studies at this level.
- Level 4
Usually requires a level of skill equal to a Bachelor degree or higher qualification. Study is often undertaken at a university.
Click on the links below each level for more information on the Job & Career Pathway.
Level 4
Accountant
Actuary
Microbiologist
Naturopath
Nurse – Registered
Nutritionist
Obstetrician
Occupational Therapist
Optometrist
Paramedic
Pathologist
Pharmacist
Pharmacologist
Physiologist
Physiotherapist
Prosthetist/ Orthotist
Psychiatrist
Psychologist
Radiation Therapist
Sports/Exercise Scientist
Surgeon
Toxicologist
Veterinarian
Winemaker
Zoologist
Agronomist
Anaesthetist
Audiologist
Biochemist
Biomedical Engineer
Biotechnologist
Botanist
Cardiac Technologist
Food Technologist
Dental Hygienist
Dentist
Dietitian
Ecologist
Entomologist
Environmental Scientist
Forensic Scientist
Forester
Geneticist
Horticulturist
Marine Biologist
Medical Imaging Technologist
Level 3
Horticulturist
Horticultural Tradesperson
Laboratory Worker
Medical Laboratory Technician
Natural Therapist
Nurse – Enrolled
Paramedic
Science Field Officer
Tissue Culture Technician
Veterinary Nurse
Chinese Medicine Practitioner
Zoo Keeper
Forest Technical Officer Fisheries Officer
Farmer/Farm Manager
Oral Health Therapist
Dental Technician
Dental Assistant
Aquaculture Technician
Animal Attendant
Acupuncturist
Level 2
Laboratory Worker
Landscape Gardener
Horticultural Tradesperson
Nursery Worker
Primary Products Inspector
Prosthetic/ Orthotic Technician
Tissue Culture Technician
Tree Surgeon
Veterinary Nurse
Ward Assistant
Winery Worker
Wool Classer
Zoo Keeper
Horticultural Tradesperson
Greenkeeper
Florist
Fisheries Officer
Farmer/ Farm Manager
Dental Assistant
Audiometrist
Agricultural Technical Officer
Aquaculture Technician
Animal Attendant
Agricultural Technical Officer
Aboriginal/ Torres Strait Islander Health Worker
Level 1
Meat Processing Worker
Nursery Worker
Pest and Weed Controller
Ward Assistant
Winery Worker
Zoo Keeper
Horticultural Tradesperson
Gardener
Farmer/ Farm Manager
Farm Hand
Beekeeper
Animal Attendant
Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Health Worker
