Prospective Student Information & Program Guide Campus located at Level 2, 17 Macquarie Street, Parramatta, NSW 2150
WELCOME FROM PRINCIPAL EXECUTIVE OFFICER
It is with pride and pleasure that I welcome you to Sydney City College of Management. Your
decision to join the Institute is an excellent one and one in which you will gain immense
satisfaction.
As a student, you are expected to apply yourself to Institute regulations, your study and display
professional behavior at all times. With this approach, you can expect from the Institute strong
support and efficient services to ensure you have the finest opportunity to achieve your best.
Our aim is to provide high quality industry based training courses for current and potential
employees in the business, management and human resources industries. The Institute continues
to work toward its goals of achieving academic and service excellence.
On behalf of all staff at Sydney City College of Management, I hope your studies will be
challenging and enjoyable and wish you every success with your studies.
Ranju Thapa
Principal Executive Officer
Student Services and facilities
Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) accredited and nationally recognized
VET qualifications.
Certificate IV, Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas are articulated to University
programs.
Trainers are highly qualified and experienced, dedicated professionals committed to
providing high quality learning experience to their students.
Student centred, friendly and supportive learning environment.
Courses designed to encourage students to develop a sound mix of theoretical and
practical knowledge.
Competitive and affordable course fees.
Six intakes a year.
Choice of Morning, Afternoon and Evening classes.
Small size classes and fun learning activities.
Excellent facilities comprising of modern classrooms, well equipped computer
laboratories,resource library and students’ common room.
Located in the hearts of Parramatta, Sydney and the institutes are well connected to
all the major public transport routes. Supermarkets, banks and post offices are within
a few minutes’ walk. Both campuses are surrounded by cafes, parks, shops and a
wide variety of convenience stores
Courses are extensive helping students with skills and knowledge required in their
respective career
Studying in Sydney
One of the world's beautiful city and beaches
Active and outdoor lifestyle with cultural diversity
Vibrant and outgoing people
World-class restaurants and food
World famous events and festivals throughout the year
Safe, clean and easy to navigate
QUALIFICATION STRUCTURE
Nationally Recognized Vocational Education and Training (VET)
Courses
Leadership and Management Courses
BSB42015 Certificate IV in Leadership and Management (CRICOS Course Code: 095740M )
BSB51915 Diploma of Leadership and Management (CRICOS Course Code: 095742J)
BSB61015 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and
Management (CRICOS Course Code: 095743G)
Business Course
BSB40215 Certificate IV in Business (CRICOS Course Code: 095739D)
Human Resources Management Course
BSB50615 Diploma of Human Resources Management (CRICOS Course Code: 095741K)
BSB42015 Certificate IV in Leadership and Management
Course Description : Students of this course will learn leadership and management competencies such as how to communicate effectively as a workplace leader, lead effective workplace relationships and lead team effectiveness, as well as how to implement operational plans, report on financial activity, promote innovation, implement continuous improvement and undertake project work. Students will also learn how to implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements, make presentations, coordinate implementation of customer service strategies and implement customer service standards.
Course Outcome:
This course reflects the role of individuals desiring to work in frontline management and supervisory positions in a broad range of industries. People in these positions provide leadership, guidance and support to others, as well as assume responsibility for their own performance. They also have some responsibility for organizing and monitoring the output of their team, apply solutions to a defined range of problems and analyses and evaluate information from a variety of sources. The course is most suited for individuals who are currently or are aspiring to be Coordinators, Supervisors or Team Leaders in small, medium or large firms in both the public and private sector.
Entry Requirement:
For direct entry into this program, candidates must be able to demonstrate:
Completion of the Higher School Certificate or equivalent; or
Vocational qualifications in Business related fields such as BSB30115 Certificate III in Business or other relevant qualifications at AQF 3 level;
Additional entry requirements:
International students (from countries where English is not the first language) are expected to have a minimum English Language standard and are required to have one of the following prior to enrolling in a qualification:
- At least 50% completion of any AQF Certificate IV or Diploma qualification within Australia - Achieved an IELTS band score of 5.5 - Achieved an IELTS band score of 5.0 plus must have completed Upper intermediate ELICOS (At
least 10 weeks)
- Achieved an IELTS score of 4.5 plus must have completed Upper intermediate ELICOS (At least 20 weeks)
- Successfully completed at least 38 weeks of ELICOS study in Australia
Entry requirements will be checked at enrolment in line with the Institute’s Student entry requirements, selection, enrolment and orientation policy.
Study Duration : 36 weeks
30 Academic weeks + 6 weeks holidays
CRICOS Course Code:
Pathways : Academic Pathways
On completion of this qualification, candidates can take the following courses
BSB51915 Diploma of Leadership and Management or
Other Diploma level qualifications from the BSB Business Services Training Package. Employment Pathways
frontline management or supervisory positions in small, medium or large enterprises
Assistant or other related business support positions
positions such as Coordinator, Supervisor or Team Leader
Units of Competency
Unit Code Unit Name
BSB42015 Certificate IV in Leadership and Management
BSBLDR401 Communicate effectively as a workplace leader Core
BSBLDR402 Lead effective workplace relationships Core
BSBLDR403 Lead team effectiveness Core
BSBMGT402 Implement operational plan Core
BSBFIA402 Report on financial activity Elective BSBINN301 Promote innovation in a team environment Elective BSBMGT403 Implement continuous improvement Elective
BSBWHS401 Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements
Elective
BSBCMM401 Make a presentation Elective
BSBCUS401 Coordinate implementation of customer service strategies
Elective
BSBCUS403 Implement customer service standards Elective BSBPMG522 Undertake project work Elective
BSB51915 Diploma of Leadership and Management
Course Description : This course is for people desiring to work in leadership and management positions in a broad range of industries. People in leadership and management positions display initiative and judgment in planning, organizing, implementing and monitoring their own workload and the workload of others. They use communication skills to support individuals and teams to meet organizational or enterprise requirements. They plan, design, apply and evaluate solutions to unpredictable problems, and identify, analyze and synthesize information from a variety of sources.
Course outcome:
Students of this course will learn leadership competencies such as developing and using emotional intelligence, leading and managing effective workplace relationships and leading and managing team effectiveness. Students will also learn how to manage operational plans, manage people performance, manage quality customer service, manage risk, manage budgets and financial plans and manage recruitment, selection and induction processes, as well as how to facilitate continuous improvement, ensure a safe workplace and develop and manage performance-management processes.
Entry Requirement:
For direct entry into this program, candidates must be able to demonstrate:
Completion of the Higher School Certificate or equivalent; or
Vocational qualifications in Business or Management related fields such as BSB40215 Certificate IV in Business, BSB42015 Certificate IV in Leadership and Management or other relevant qualifications at AQF 4 level; or
Substantial employment experience in positions such as: - Administrator - Project Officer
Additional entry requirements:
International students (from countries where English is not the first language) are expected to have a minimum English Language standard and are required to have one of the following prior to enrolling in a qualification:
- At least 50% completion of any AQF Certificate IV or Diploma qualification within Australia - Achieved an IELTS band score of 5.5 - Achieved an IELTS band score of 5.0 plus must have completed Upper intermediate ELICOS (At least 10
weeks) - Achieved an IELTS score of 4.5 plus must have completed Upper intermediate ELICOS (At least 20 weeks) - Successfully completed at least 38 weeks of ELICOS study in Australia
Study Duration: 75 weeks
(60 academic weeks + 15 weeks holiday).
CRICOS Course Code:
Pathways : Academic Pathways
On completion of this qualification
BSB61015 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management
BSB60215 Advanced Diploma of Business or
other Advanced Diploma qualifications from the BSB Business Services Training Package. Employment Pathways
Participants will also be eligible to seek employment working in a small, medium or large enterprise, in a variety of industries, in both the public and private sector.
Graduates with no prior work experience should expect to enter the industry in positions such as Administration Officer, Administration Coordinator or other related positions.
Graduates with substantial experience in the industry could obtain positions such as Manager.
Units of competency
BSB51915 Diploma of Leadership and
Unit Code Unit Name
BSBLDR501 Develop and use emotional intelligence Core BSBMGT517 Manage operational plan Core BSBLDR502 Lead and manage effective workplace relationships Core
Management
BSBWOR502 Lead and manage team effectiveness Core
BSBMGT502 Manage people performance Elective
BSBMGT516 Facilitate continuous improvement Elective
BSBCUS501 Manage quality customer service Elective BSBWHS501 Ensure a safe workplace Elective BSBRSK501 Manage risk Elective BSBFIM501 Manage budgets and financial plans Elective BSBHRM506 Manage recruitment, selection and induction processes Elective
BSBHRM512 Develop and manage performance-management processes
Elective
BSB61015 Advance diploma of Leadership and Management
Course Description: This course is for people desiring to work in senior leadership and management positions in a broad range of industries. People in senior leadership and management positions display initiative and judgment to plan and implement a range of leadership and management functions, with accountability for personal and team outcomes within broad parameters. They use cognitive and communication skills to identify, analyze and synthesize information from a variety of sources and use conceptual skills to express ideas and perspectives or respond to complex problems. Course outcome: Students of this course will learn a broad range of senior leadership and management improvement, leading and managing organizational change, managing human resources strategic planning, developing and implementing strategic plans and developing systematic approaches to managing WHS. In addition, students will learn how to develop marketing and business plans, develop and implement diversity policies, evaluate international marketing opportunities, provide leadership across the organization and contribute to organizational development. The course is most suited for individuals who are currently or are aspiring to be Area Managers, Department Managers, or Regional Managers in small, medium or large firms in both the public and private sector. Entry requirement For direct entry into this program, candidates must be able to demonstrate:
Completion of the Higher School Certificate or equivalent; or
Vocational qualifications in Business or Management related fields such as BSB40215 Certificate IV in Business, BSB42015 Certificate IV in Leadership and Management or other relevant qualifications at AQF 4 level; or
Additional entry requirements:
International students (from countries where English is not the first language) are expected to have a minimum English Language standard and are required to have one of the following prior to enrolling in a qualification:
- At least 50% completion of any AQF Certificate IV or Diploma qualification within Australia - Achieved an IELTS band score of 5.5 - Achieved an IELTS band score of 5.0 plus must have completed Upper intermediate ELICOS (At least 10
weeks) - Achieved an IELTS score of 4.5 plus must have completed Upper intermediate ELICOS (At least 20 weeks)
- Successfully completed at least 38 weeks of ELICOS study in Australia
Study Duration: 114 weeks
90 academic weeks + 24 weeks holiday
CRICOS Course Code:
Pathways : Academic Pathways
On completion of this qualification,
other Advanced Diploma qualifications from the BSB Business Services Training Package or
any other training package to further enhance their career opportunities in their chosen field.
Candidates may also choose to seek entry into an undergraduate degree such as a Bachelor of Business at an Australian Higher Education Provider (subject to the Higher Education Provider’s course entry requirements).
Coupled with substantial leadership and management experience (more than two years) graduates of this course may be eligible to gain entry into a number of post-graduate courses such as a Graduate Certificate in Business Administration, Graduate Certificate in Management or Master of Business Administration.
Employment Pathways
Participants will also be eligible to seek employment working in a small, medium or large enterprise, in a variety of industries, in both the public and private sector.
Graduates with no prior work experience should expect to enter the industry in positions such as Administration Officer, Administration Coordinator or other related position.
Graduates with substantial work experience could obtain positions such as Area Manager, Department Manager or Regional Manager.
Units of Competency
Advance diploma of Leadership and Management
Unit Code Unit Name
BSBFIM601 Manage finances core
BSBINN601 Lead and manage organisational change core
BSBMGT605 Provide leadership across the organisation core
BSBMGT617 Develop and implement a business plan core
BSBDIV601 Develop and implement diversity policy elective
BSBHRM602 Manage human resources strategic planning elective
BSBMGT608 Manage innovation and continuous improvement elective
BSBMGT615 Contribute to organisation development elective
BSBMGT616 Develop and implement strategic plans elective
BSBMKG605 Evaluate international marketing opportunities elective
BSBMKG609 Develop a marketing plan elective
BSBWHS605 Develop, implement and maintain WHS management systems
elective
BSB40215 Certificate IV in Business
Course Description: This course is for people desiring to work as Administrators or Project Officers in small, medium or large organizations, in a broad range of industries. People in these positions use well-developed skills, possess a broad knowledge base and apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems, analyzing and evaluating information from a variety of sources. They may provide leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.
Course outcome: Students will learn a broad range of competencies such as implementing and monitoring WHS procedures, implementing and coordinating customer service strategies and standards, leading team effectiveness, implementing continuous improvement and undertaking project work. Students will also learn how to support the recruitment, selection and induction of staff, implement operational plans, analyse and present research information and report on financial activity, enabling them to operate effectively in business support positions.
Entry requirement For direct entry into this program, candidates must be able to demonstrate:
Completion of the Higher School Certificate or equivalent; or
Vocational qualifications in Business related fields such as BSB30115 Certificate III in Business or other relevant qualifications at AQF 3 level; or
Additional entry requirements:
International students (from countries where English is not the first language) are expected to have a minimum English Language standard and are required to have one of the following prior to enrolling in a qualification:
- At least 50% completion of any AQF Certificate IV or Diploma qualification within Australia - Achieved an IELTS band score of 5.5 - Achieved an IELTS band score of 5.0 plus must have completed Upper intermediate ELICOS (At least 10
weeks) - Achieved an IELTS score of 4.5 plus must have completed Upper intermediate ELICOS (At least 20 weeks) - Successfully completed at least 38 weeks of ELICOS study in Australia
Entry requirements will be checked at enrolment in line with the Institute’s Student entry requirements, selection, enrolment and orientation policy.
Study Duration: 36 weeks
30 academic weeks + 6 weeks holiday
CRICOS Course Code:
Pathways : Academic Pathways
On completion of this qualification, candidates may undertake:
BSB51915 Diploma of Leadership and Management
BSB50215 Diploma of Business or other Diploma level qualifications from the BSB Business Services Training Package.
Employment Pathways
Upon completion,
seek employment in the business support functions of a small, medium or large enterprise, in a variety of industries, in both the public and private sector.
Graduates with no employment experience should expect to enter the industry in positions such as an Assistant or other related support positions.
Graduates with relevant experience in the industry could obtain positions such as Administrator or Project Office.
Units of competency
Unit Code Unit Name
BSBWHS401 Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements
core
BSBCUS401 Coordinate implementation of customer service strategies
elective
BSBCUS403 Implement customer service standards elective BSBLDR403 Lead team effectiveness elective
BSBHRM405 Support the recruitment, selection and induction of staff
elective
BSBMGT402 Implement operational plan elective BSBRES401 Analyse and present research information elective BSBFIA402 Report on financial activity elective BSBMGT403 Implement continuous improvement elective BSBPMG522 Undertake project work elective
BSB50615 Diploma in Human Resources Management
Course Description: This course is for people desiring to work in management positions within the human resources field in a broad range of industries. People in human resources management positions have a sound theoretical knowledge base in human resources management and demonstrate a range of managerial skills to ensure human resources functions are effectively conducted within an organization or business area. Typically, they would have responsibility for the work of others.
Course outcome: Students of this course will learn specialist human resources management skills such as managing human resources services, managing recruitment, selection and induction processes, managing workplace planning, managing employee relations and developing and managing performance-management processes. In addition, students will learn to implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements, manage risk, manage separation and termination, and manage remuneration and employee benefits. The course is most suited for individuals who are currently or are aspiring to be Human Resources Managers, Human Resources Advisers, or Human Resources Consultants in small, medium or large firms in both the public and private sector.
Entry requirement For direct entry into this program, candidates must be able to demonstrate:
Completion of the Higher School Certificate or equivalent; or
Vocational qualifications in Human Resources such as BSB41015 Certificate IV in Human Resources or other relevant qualifications at AQF 4 level; or
Additional entry requirements:
International students (from countries where English is not the first language) are expected to have a minimum English Language standard and are required to have one of the following prior to enrolling in a qualification:
- At least 50% completion of any AQF Certificate IV or Diploma qualification within Australia - Achieved an IELTS band score of 5.5 - Achieved an IELTS band score of 5.0 plus must have completed Upper intermediate ELICOS (At least 10
weeks) - Achieved an IELTS score of 4.5 plus must have completed Upper intermediate ELICOS (At least 20 weeks) - Successfully completed at least 38 weeks of ELICOS study in Australia
Entry requirements will be checked at enrolment in line with the Institute’s Student entry requirements, selection, enrolment and orientation policy.
Study Duration: 75 weeks
60 academic weeks + 15 weeks holiday
CRICOS Course Code:
Pathways : Academic Pathways
On completion of this qualification, candidates may choose to undertake the BSB60915 Advanced Diploma of Management (Human Resources), BSB61015 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management or other Advanced Diploma qualifications from the BSB Business Services Training Package. Employment Pathways
Participants will also be eligible to seek employment working in the human resources functions of a small, medium or large enterprise, in a variety of industries, in both the public and private sector. Graduates with no prior work experience in the human resources management field should expect to enter the industry in positions such as Human Resources Assistant, Human Resources Officer or Human Resources Administrator. Graduates with substantial experience in the industry could obtain positions such as Human Resources Manager, Human Resources Adviser, or Human Resources Consultant.
Units of competency
BSB50615 Diploma in Human Resources Management
Unit Code Unit Name
BSBHRM501 Manage human resources services core
BSBHRM506 Manage recruitment selection and induction processes
core
BSBHRM512 Develop and manage performance-management processes
core
BSBHRM513 Manage workforce planning core
BSBWRK510 Manage employee relations core
BSBWHS401 Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements
core
BSBRSK501 Manage risk elective
BSBHRM507 Manage separation or termination elective
BSBHRM505 Manage remuneration and employee benefits elective
Academic calendar
Term Start Finish Holiday Length of Term
1 11/09/2017 19/11/2017 20/11/2017-10/12/2017
10 weeks
2
3
Timetables
Shifts—please provide a summary of shifts
3 Shifts Shift 1 – Monday to Friday 8:00am – 12:15pm
Shift 2 – Monday to Friday 12:30pm – 4:45pm
Shift 3 – Monday to Friday 5:00pm – 9:15pm
Policy CREDIT TRANSFER AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING
Policy Sydney City College of Management will ensure that Credit Transfer (CT) / Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is offered to all applicants prior to and upon enrolment. Sydney City College of Management will fully recognize the AQF and VET Qualifications and Statements of Attainments issued by other Registered Training Organizations and ensures that its own recognition process is transparent, fair and provides students with sufficient information to support their claim for recognition.
1.0 Definitions
1.1 Credit Transfer: Credit Transfer assesses the initial course or subject
that an applicant is using to claim access to or credit in a destination
course. The assessment determines the extent to which the applicants
initial course or subject is equivalent to the required learning
outcomes, competency outcomes or competency standards for entry
to, and/or partial or total completion of a qualification
1.2 Recognition of Prior Learning: An assessment process that
assesses an applicants non-formal and informal learning to determine
the extent to which the applicant has achieved the required learning
outcomes, competency outcomes, or competency standards for entry
to, and/or partial or total completion of a qualification
DEFERRAL, SUSPENSION AND CANCELLATION
Policy
Sydney City College of Management will only grant deferment, suspension and
cancellation of student’s enrolments in certain limited circumstances. Deferment,
suspension and cancellation of a students enrolment can be initiated by the student, or
the Institute. Where the Institute initiates the process or makes a decision on the
outcome of an application, students will be given the opportunity to access the Institute’s
complaints and appeals procedure.
1.0 Definitions
1.1 Deferral – Postponement of commencement of course
1.2 Suspension – Temporary postponement of enrolment during course
1.3 Cancellation – Cessation of enrolment in course
Refund Policy
Policy
Sydney City College of Management’s refund policy observes the principles
outlined in the ESOS (Education Services for Overseas Student) Act 2000 and the
VET Quality Framework. This policy applies equally to all new and reenrolling
students unless otherwise stated, and provides the details and circumstances of
applicable refunds to students where:
Sydney City College of Management defaults (Provider default)
The Student defaults
OVERSEAS STUDENT HEALTH COVER
Australia has a very modern and efficient health care system. It is subsidised by the
Australian Government. Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) is a type of insurance
that allows you to use the Australian healthcare system and it covers the costs for any
medical or hospital care which you may need while studying in Australia. It will also pay
for some prescription drugs and emergency ambulance transport.
If you are an international student, you must be covered by OSHC from when you arrive
in Australia and for the entire duration of your stay, in line with Condition 8501 of your
student visa. This can be organised by Sydney City College of Management or yourself.
If you are studying at more than one educational provider and both are arranging
OSHC, you will have to ensure that there is no gap between policies. This means that
as one policy expires the next commences immediately.
You can find out more about purchasing Overseas Student Health Cover at the website
http://www.studyinaustralia.gov.au/global/live-in-australia/insurance or by speaking to
SCCM Marketing and Admissions Staff.
ADMISSIONS
Sydney City College of Management ensures that all individuals who gain access into a
Nationally Accredited Program have the appropriate skills and abilities they require to
be successful in their studies. Each course has specific entry requirements as listed in
the course information sheet for the particular course. We will assist you with
Admissions into your chosen program and will guide you through the admissions
process. If you have any questions with regards to Admissions, please speak to the
Marketing and Admissions Team or see the Institute’s Student Entry Requirements,
Selection, Enrolment and Orientation Policy available at Reception.
Living Cost in Sydney
• Living expenses depend on how you choose to live. • It generally costs more to live in Sydney than in other cities. • Estimated living expenses for an international student are:
You - $19,830
Partner or spouse - $6,940
Child - $2,970
This covers food, accommodation, travel, entertainment and clothing.
Accomdation
Estimated costs for accommodation in Sydney are as follows:
Share Accommodation – AUD$85 - $215 per week
Rental Accommodation – AUD$220 - $440 per week
Homestay AUD$235 - $325 per week
Hostels and Guesthouses AUD$90 - $150 per week
Students should make enquiries and arrangements for accommodation prior to arriving
in Australia.
ADDRESS AND CONTACT DETAILS
Condition 8533 of your student visa requires you to notify your education provider of
your residential address in Australia within 7 days of arriving in Australia. In addition,
you must notify your education provider of any change in your residential address within
7 days of the change.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you always update your address details at the
Institute to ensure you receive important information about your course, fees, receipts
and any other important information
Timetables
Shifts—please provide a summary of shifts
3 Shifts Shift 1 – Monday to Friday 8:00am – 12:15pm
Shift 2 – Monday to Friday 12:30pm – 4:45pm
Shift 3 – Monday to Friday 5:00pm – 9:15pm
COMPLAINTS AND APPEALS
Policy
Sydney City College of Management endeavors to create a positive learning
environment, free of coercion, unfair treatment or harassment. Any circumstance caused
by a fellow student, staff member, or with the Institute in general, which affects the well-
being of a student, will be dealt with in a professional manner in line with published
procedures. Students who are dissatisfied with decisions made by the Institute will be
able to access the Institute’s internal and external appeals processes, which are handled
with care, fairness, professionalism, objectivity and independence. Should a student
access Sydney City College of Management’s appeal process, the students’ enrolment
will be maintained until the internal appeals process and if necessary, external appeals
process has been completed. Once the appeals process has been completed, Sydney
City College of Management will undertake necessary actions depending on the
outcome of the appeals process, within 10 working days of the process being finalized.
ACCREDITATIONS & ASSOCIATIONS
ASQA AUSTRALIAN SKILLS QUALITY AUTHORITY
• ASQA is the recognition and registering authority in Australia for all RTOs that issue
Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualifications and statements of attainment
• Quality assured and nationally recognized training and qualifications
• Approved to provide courses to overseas students studying in Australia and listed on the
Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students
(CRICOS).
AQTF Australian Quality Training Framework
• The AQTF is the national set of standards which assures nationally consistent, high
quality vocational training and assessments in Australia.
VELG • VELG Training is the premier provider of Vocational Education and Training (VET)
professional development and consulting services. As part of our dedication to the
quality of our teaching, all Sydney City College of Management trainers are paid
members of VELG, ensuring they are always up to date with the latest training techniques
and research
AUSTRALIA FUTURE UNLIMITED • Sydney City College of Management works with Austrade and the Australian
Government to promote Australia as a world leading destination for international students.
Tution Fees Course Duration CRICOS Course
Code
Tuition Fee
BSB42015 Certificate IV
in Leadership and
Management
36 weeks (30 academic
weeks + 6 weeks
holiday)
095740M $5350*
BSB51915 Diploma of
Leadership and
Management
75 weeks (60 academic
weeks + 15 weeks
holiday)
095742J $10450*
BSB61015 Advanced
Diploma of Leadership
and Management
114 weeks (90
academic weeks + 24
weeks holiday)
095743G $15550*
BSB40215 Certificate IV
in Business
36 weeks (30 academic
weeks + 6 weeks
holiday)
095739D $5350*
BSB50615 Diploma of
Human Resources
Management
75 weeks (60 academic
weeks + 15 weeks
holiday)
095741K $10450*
*Does not include Material Fee. For the full list of fees and charges associated with each program, see the relevant Course Information Sheet.
STUDENT SERVICES
Sydney City College of Management is committed to providing all students with quality
student support services throughout their enrolment and adhering to the principles of
access and equity for all its students. Sydney City College of Management offers a
range of support services to students to assist them with:
a) Achieving their learning goals
b) Achieving satisfactory academic and attendance progress towards meeting the
learning outcomes of their enrolment
c) Adjusting to study and life in Australia
d) Any welfare issues that may arise throughout their enrolment
e) Their individual, training, assessment and service needs
f) Any enquiries they may have with regards to their enrolment and progress
Overview of Sydney City College of Management’s Student Support Services
On Arrival During Study Post Graduation
Airport pickup*
Accommodation
Assistance*
Admissions
Overseas student health
cover assistance
Bank account
assistance
Orientation
Timetabling
Student workbooks*
Education counseling (Course
Progress, Attendance)
Welfare counseling
Career counseling
English language support*
Cultural adjustment
Recognition of Prior Learning*
Internet access and Student
Computer Lab
Extra-curricular activities*
Student ID Cards* and
WiseNET Login
Document Access
Tax file number assistance
Job finding and resume
Certificate copies*
Transcript copies*
Re-enrolment*
assistance
Complaints and Appeals
Student Deferment, Suspension
and Cancellation
Certificate and Statement of
Results (SOR) Issue
1.0 STUDENT WELFARE
The Student Welfare Officer is available for confidential assistance in any of the
following areas.
Counselling – general or personal, emergency assistance, support and referrals
Cultural Adjustment
Student Accommodation
Study Assistance
Feel free to drop in to see the Student Welfare Officer between Monday to Friday.
For after hour emergencies, please contact:
Student Services Phone: 02 8872 0435
OR
Naresh Thapa (Principal) Phone: 0457 714 820
Email: [email protected]
2.0 ATTENDANCE
Policy
Sydney City College of Management recognises the correlation between student
attendance and achievement of course outcomes and the requirement to adhere to
Standard 11 of the National Code 2007. In turn, Sydney City College of Management
maintains a policy of 100% attendance for all class sessions. The Institute
systematically records, monitors and assesses student attendance and where
attendance falls below acceptable levels, the student will be counseled in line
with this policy and procedure. Students whose attendance fall below 80% may
be reported to the Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP),
resulting in the possible cancellation of the students visa.
3.0 COLLEGE CODE OF PRACTICE
In all interactions with Sydney City College of Management and its staff, the Institute will
comply with its Code of Practice.
Policy
Sydney City College of Management promotes a professional educational environment
and expects all staff to conduct themselves in a professional manner. The Institute acts
with the highest level of integrity in providing quality Vocational Education and Training
services to its clients and adopts policies, procedures and practices, which comply with
all relevant Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulatory requirements
relevant to its operations and scope of registration.
Sydney City College of Management:
Advertises and markets its training services with integrity, accuracy and
professionalism
Recruits participants in a responsible and ethical manner
Provides accurate, relevant and up-to-date information and states its fees
and charges to its students prior to enrolment
Provides qualified and experienced trainers and assessors who:
o Undertake their duties with honesty, objectively, integrity and diligence
o Act professionally and give the highest standards of service to
students
o Conduct fair, flexible, valid and reliable competency based
assessments
Provides up-to-date facilities and equipment in a safe and healthy
environment
Delivers monitors and reviews training and assessment services to ensure
that the interests and welfare of students are maintained
Provides an appeals and grievance procedure and opportunities for
reassessment
Recognizes the rights and dignity of the students observing at all times the
tenets of Anti-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity Laws.
Complies with the requirements of Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation
and regulatory requirements relevant to its operations and scope of registration
(outlined in the Institute’s Legislative and Regulatory Requirements policy)
Treats students fairly with professional concern for their interests and refers
students to external advice if necessary
Acts in a way that promotes co-operation and good relations among the
people the organization works with
Maintains accurate confidential and secure training and financial records
Encourages feedback and evaluation from stakeholders
Observes total discretion and confidentiality in all dealings
Provides timely and accurate information to government agencies and
funding bodies
4.0 COURSE PROGRESS AND COMPLETION WITHIN
EXPECTED DURATION
Policy Sydney City College of Management systematically records, monitors and
assesses student course progress and takes proactive measures in notifying and
counseling students at risk of not meeting course requirements. In addition, the
Institute continuously monitors the workload of students to ensure they complete
their enrolment within the duration specified in their CoE, and, only allow course
duration extensions in certain limited circumstances. Students who do not meet
course progress requirements will be reported to the Department of Immigration
and Border Protection (DIBP), which may result in the cancellation of their
student visa.
Complies with the requirements of Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation
and regulatory requirements relevant to its operations and scope of registration
(outlined in the Institute’s Legislative and Regulatory Requirements policy)
Treats students fairly with professional concern for their interests and refers
students to external advice if necessary
Acts in a way that promotes co-operation and good relations among the
people the organization works with
Maintains accurate confidential and secure training and financial records
Encourages feedback and evaluation from stakeholders
Observes total discretion and confidentiality in all dealings
Provides timely and accurate information to government agencies and
funding bodies
Privacy
Sydney City College of Management takes the privacy of our participants very seriously and we will comply with all legislative requirements.
These include the Privacy Act 1988 and Australian Privacy Principles.
In some cases as required by law and as required by the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015, ESOS Act 2000 and National Code 2007, we will need to make information available to others. In all other cases we ensure that we will seek the written permission of the participant.
The ten Privacy Principles are defined below:
1. Collection - We will collect only the information necessary for one or more of our functions. The individual will be told the purposes for which the information is collected. 2. Use and disclosure - Personal information will not be used or disclosed for a secondary purpose unless the individual has consented or a prescribed exception applies. 3. Data quality – We will take all reasonable steps to make sure that the personal information we collect, use or disclose is accurate, complete and up to date. 4. Data Security – We will take all reasonable steps to protect the personal information we hold from misuse and loss and from unauthorised access, modification or disclosure. 5. Openness – We will document how we manage personal information and when asked by an individual, will explain the information we hold, for what purpose and how we collect, hold, use and disclose the information. 6. Access and correction - The individual will be given access to the information held except to the extent that prescribed exceptions apply. We will correct and update information errors described by the individual. 7. Unique Identifiers - Commonwealth Government identifiers (Medicare number or tax file number) will only be used for the purposes for which they were issued. We will not assign unique identifiers except where it is necessary to carry out our functions efficiently. 8. Anonymity - Wherever possible, we will provide the opportunity for the individual to interact with external agencies without identifying themselves. 9. Trans-border Data Flows - The individual’s privacy protections apply to the transfer of personal information out of Australia. 10. Sensitive Information – We will seek the consent of the individual when collecting sensitive information about the individual such as health information, or information about the individual’s racial or ethnic background, or criminal record.
Reviewing the above, you will realise that yours, staff members and participants privacy is protected by law. You will not seek to obtain private information about participants or staff. Equally so, you will not reveal private information about staff and participants.
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