BSB50620 Diploma of Marketing and Communication

Course CRICOS code: 104996H

Professional Marketers solve consumer problems, they think outside the box. This dynamic and comprehensive Diploma of Marketing and Communication will extend your knowledge gained in the Certificate IV. Working with ‘real world’ clients you will deepen your knowledge of marketing planning, consumer behaviour, brand positioning, tactics and channels. You will cover what is trending in the market place, conduct competitor analysis, develop social media strategies and complete project management planning. Refine your craft and take your skills to the next level with this diploma.

Start Dates

Monthly

Duration

58 Weeks

Study: 42 weeks // Supervised Study: 4 weeks // Holidays: 12 weeks

Delivery Mode

Face-to-Face

15 hrs / week

Distance

5 hrs / week

Potential Career Outcomes

Marketing Co-Ordinator or Manager // Communications Co-Ordinator or Manager // Copywriter // Marketing Consultant

Location

Campus

Gold Coast

Entry Requirements

Academic Entry Requirement:

Students must provide evidence of successful completion of:

  • Certificate IV or Diploma requires a minimum of Year 12 OR a minimum of a Certificate III level qualification or higher

 

Please note: home country evidence is accepted and must be translated

 

Prerequisite Requirements:

Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who hold the following units of competency:

  • BSBCMM411 Make presentations
  • BSBCRT412 Articulate, present and debate ideas
  • BSBMKG433 Undertake marketing activities
  • BSBMKG435 Analyse consumer behaviour
  • BSBMKG439 Develop and apply knowledge of communications industry
  • BSBWRT411 Write complex documents.

 

English Entry Requirement:

Students must pass a minimum of one of the following English Requirements:

  • Upper Intermediate Certificate or higher
  • Certificate IV level or higher qualification in Australia
  • IELTS 5.5-6, FCE Grade B or C, CAE 160-179, TOEFL 72-94, TOEIC 400-485 (listening), 385-450 (reading)
  • Entrepreneur Education English Test, achieving at least Upper Intermediate level

 

Please note: All English evidence provided must be within a 2 year validity period. Either within two years before the application is made, or within two years of the visa grant

 

Course Resource Requirements:

The following resources are required to complete this course:

  • Computer Requirements: Students will require continual access to their own laptop computer during class and outside of class to meet distance education requirements.
  • Adobe Creative Cloud Suite: must have a subscription to the current version.
  • Computer System Requirements:

Visit https://helpx.adobe.com/photoshop/system-requirements.html

 

Please note: students are required to purchase these items at their own expense

CREDIT TRANSFER

You may be eligible for Credit Transfers if you hold the same unit(s) from another provider. To be eligible; you must present your certified qualification at enrolment stage, together with the completed ‘Course Credit Form’. Once assessed, you will be notified of the outcome. Should your achieved units be equivalent, your CoE/course duration will be reduced according to the amount of time needed to complete the outstanding units.

Course Subjects

01. Opportunity Seeker

BSBMKG541 Identify and evaluate marketing opportunities

In this unit you will learn how to identify, evaluate and take advantage of marketing opportunities by analysing market data for a selected business. You will then review and document characteristics of possible markets and assess the viability of a marketing campaign for the business.

02. Mix it up

BSBMKG542 Establish and monitor the marketing mix

Learn how to identify and establish an effective marketing mix for a business. This will include principles & concepts including consumer behaviour and preparing, implementing and monitoring the market mix.

03. Client Work

BSBMKG552 Design and develop marketing communication plans

Learn how to be creative when creating a client brief using a range of marketing communication options and media.

04. Convince Me

BSBMKG555 Write persuasive copy

You will be taught how to interpret a creative brief and evaluate a range of innovative options to write persuasive copy.

05. Work That Project

BSBPMG430 Undertake project work

You will be working with your colleagues to complete a specified project. This project will require you to complete a Project Management Plan (PMP) as you initiate, plan and execute the project.

06. Show Me The Money

CUAFIM511 Source funding for projects

Learn how to source money for creative or artistic projects. In this unit you will investigate, develop and pitch a funding proposal.

07. Call My People

BSBMKG553 Develop public relations campaigns

Public relations are the actions a business takes to shape perceptions of its brand. Within this unit you will learn how to develop multifaceted and potentially ongoing public relations campaigns.

08. Around The World

BSBMKG549 Profile and analyse consumer behaviour for international markets

You will learn how to select appropriate international markets by identifying target markets, analysing customer behaviour and recommending strategies.

09. Smart Advertising

BSBMKG551 Create multiplatform advertisements for mass media

Consumers utilise many different platforms to purchase goods, this is where you will learn how to create multiplatform advertisements for the communication of a product, service or idea to consumers.

10. Reputation Risk

SIRXOSM007 Manage risk to organisational reputation in an online setting

Businesses are subject to reviews online more frequently. Learn how to develop processes for managing risks to an organisation’s reputation associated with social media and online engagement, including the impacts of online negative commentary, complaints and criticism.

11. Originality

BSBCRT512 Originate and develop concepts

It all starts with an idea, this unit will teach you to originate and develop concepts for products, programs, processes or services to an operational level.

12. Creative Teamwork

BSBSTR501 Establish innovative work environments

Learn how to create an environment that enables and supports practice which focuses on a holistic approach to the integration of innovation across all areas of work practice.

Timetable Information

Timetable

CLASS #1

CLASS #2

Please note; timetables are subject to change.

Course Terminology

Workshop:
During this time your mentor will deliver planned training sessions which are aimed to give you introductory project management skills and knowledge. Activities may include presentations, group work, interactive games or a range of other hands on and engaging experiences.

 

Collaborate: (facilitated learning & project work)
During this facilitated time, you will work collaboratively with your project team, or complete independent research tasks that have been delivered in the workshop sessions. You will practice skills that you have been taught by your mentor.

Distance Education

Canvas (Learner Management System)
Canvas is your online learning portal. Within this platform, you will be able to access your course learning materials, assessment requirements, and marked submissions. You will also be able to communicate with your Mentor within this platform, outside of timetabled hours. The system is user friendly and will help keep you on track throughout your studies.

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