Unlock the potential of your business with our “Business Planning for Success” course. Designed for entrepreneurs, managers, and business professionals, this course provides the essential knowledge and practical skills to develop and implement comprehensive business strategies. From establishing a solid business plan to conducting thorough market and environmental analyses, you will gain the tools needed to navigate the complexities of today’s business landscape and ensure sustainable success.
In this business planning course, you will develop business plans that include marketing strategies, cash flow forecasts, and operational plans. You’ll learn to perform PEST and SWOT analyses, integrate Triple Bottom Line (TBL) and Triple Top-Line Value Production (TTL) principles, and foster continuous organisational improvement. Effective communication, resource management, and contingency planning are explored, ensuring you can anticipate and mitigate challenges while driving performance and growth.
You will also explore market research, risk assessments, performance measurement and cost-benefit analysis. By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped to formulate, prioritise, and document strategic objectives and competitor and industry analyses and learn how to create actionable plans that align with your long-term goals.
Course Structure
Unit 1 - Develop and Implement Business Plans
- Establish a business plan
- Drawing up plans
- Developing a business plan
- Inclusions for a business plan
- Marketing plans
- Cash flow forecasts
- Existing businesses
- Operational plans (developing a plan and inclusions)
- Strategic plans
- Senior management
- PEST and SWOT analyses
- Environment and society
- Triple Bottom Line (TBL)
- Triple Top-Line Value Production (TTL)
- Continuous improvement
- Communication to all relevant parties
- Availability of required resources
- Contingency plans
- Communication
- Performance reports
- Analysing employee performance
- Coaching and training who underperform
- Performance reports
Unit 2 - Develop Organisational Strategies
- Planning
- Aims
- Processes
- Evaluation
- Direction
- Organisational values
- Planning models
- Goals-based planning
- Issues-based planning
- Organic strategic planning
- Timing
- Planning focus
- Gaining support
- Stakeholder influence
- Engagement
- Information in strategic planning
- The competition and the market
- Market information/ market research
- Capacity and capability information
- Internal information – performance review data
- Environmental scans
- Strengths and weaknesses – tools
- STEEP, PEST and SWAT analyses
- Co-operative or joint ventures
- Risk assessments
- Simulations
- Monte Carlo simulation
- Fault tree analysis
- Event tree analysis
- Focus groups
- Econometric models
- Cost-benefit analysis
- Research and background
- Organisational plans
- The SIPOCC model
- Controls
- Formulating strategic objectives
- Prioritising objectives
- Documenting plans
- Competitor analysis
- Industry – competitive force
- Final check of plan
- Action plans
- Required resources (skilled labour)
- Communication
- Performance monitoring and measurement
- Performance measurement criteria
Study Hours
Estimated duration 30 hours
Course Delivery and Start
Start anytime, self-paced and 100% online
Assessment
Assessment will be comprised of written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
Testimonials
Graduation
A Certificate of Attainment and Statement of Results will be issued upon successful completion of this course.
How to Enrol
Enrolment Form – Employment Services and Rehabilitation Providers
Enrol via Live Chat (Business Hours)
Enrol via Telephone 1300 76 2221 (Business Hours)
Payment Options
Visa, Mastercard, BPAY and EFT/Direct Deposit. Please allow 1-2 Business days for processing for EFT and BPAY.
Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
- Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
- Improve your employment opportunities;
- Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
- High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support via email;
- We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
Are there any entry requirements or pre-requisites?
There are no course or subject pre-requisites for entry into our programs. However, our professional development programs are generally intended for people over the age of 18. In some circumstances, enrolments from younger people may be considered. Please complete the AOC Parent Guardian Consent Form prior to enrolling and submit here.
Are there any computer requirements?
To study online with Australian Online Courses you will need a computer (desktop PC/laptop) running a current/updated operating system with reliable high-speed internet access. You will need to use the Google Chrome browser to access your course.
When can I start this course?
You can start within 60 minutes during business hours when you enrol and pay in full with a credit card!
Credit card: Within 60 mins during business hours.
BPAY: Within 1-2 working days.
Internet Banking: Within 1-2 working days.
Cheque/Money Order: Upon receipt of mailed cheque.
How is this course delivered?
This course is delivered online via our easy-to-navigate Learning Management System (LMS), where you will discover interactive online learning/written content, resources and assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our LMS and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
What support can I expect from Australian Online Courses?
Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email only during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.
I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
Career Pathways
Future growth
Strong
Unemployment
Low
Professional Development for:-
- Business administration
- Business management
- Business owner
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