Evantaa Institute Editorial Team | Courses | 26 October 2026 | 7 min read
Most business diplomas teach you to do the work. An advanced diploma asks a different question: can you decide what the work should be? Evantaa’s Advanced Diploma of Business (BSB60120) is built around that shift, with ten units on strategy, finance, change, marketing and digital planning.
This guide looks at what you actually study, how you are assessed and what a typical week involves at the Melbourne and Brisbane campuses. It follows our look inside the Diploma of Business, and it is written for students deciding whether to take the next step.
Information checked on: 26 October 2026. Course details come from Evantaa’s live course page. Fees, intakes and entry requirements can change, so confirm them with Evantaa before you apply. This article does not guarantee entry, employment, promotion or salary outcomes.
The Course at a Glance
| Detail | What Evantaa’s course page says |
|---|---|
| Qualification | BSB60120 Advanced Diploma of Business (AQF Level 6) |
| Campuses | Melbourne and Brisbane |
| Duration | 52 weeks, including breaks (four 10-week terms, 40 contact weeks) |
| Study load | 20 hours per week, full-time |
| Delivery | Face-to-face only (no online or self-paced mode) |
| Units | 10 units: 5 core and 5 elective |
| CRICOS course code | 110421H |
Of the 20 weekly hours, 16 are scheduled training and 4 are supervised assessment. Read the full details on the Advanced Diploma of Business course page.
What You Study: The Five Core Units
Every student completes these five units.
- BSBCRT611 Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving. Working through problems that have no obvious answer.
- BSBFIN601 Manage organisational finances. Understanding how money moves through a whole organisation, not just one team.
- BSBOPS601 Develop and implement business plans. Turning an idea into a plan that people can carry out.
- BSBSUS601 Lead corporate social responsibility. How an organisation considers its impact on people and the environment.
- BSBTEC601 Review organisational digital strategy. Looking at the digital tools and systems an organisation uses and whether they serve its goals.
These are the unit titles on Evantaa’s course page. For detailed unit content, ask Student Services for the unit outlines.
The Five Electives
- BSBLDR601 Lead and manage organisational change
- BSBMKG621 Develop organisational marketing strategy
- BSBSTR601 Manage innovation and continuous improvement
- BSBSTR602 Develop organisational strategies
- BSBTEC501 Develop and implement an e-commerce strategy
Together, the list points one way: planning at organisation level. Notice how often the words “strategy” and “organisational” appear.
Skills you can expect to build
- Strategic thinking: connecting a goal to a plan and a plan to action.
- Financial understanding: reading the finances of a whole organisation.
- Leading change: helping people move from an old way of working to a new one.
- Digital and e-commerce awareness: judging which technology an organisation needs.
- Critical thinking: testing assumptions before making a recommendation.
How the Advanced Diploma Differs from the Diploma
| Diploma of Business | Advanced Diploma of Business | |
|---|---|---|
| Focus | Coordinating people and processes (budgets, meetings, onboarding) | Directing strategy, finance and change across an organisation |
| Units | 12 (5 core, 7 elective) | 10 (5 core, 5 elective) |
| Campuses | North Melbourne and Fortitude Valley | Melbourne and Brisbane |
Study Australia describes a Diploma as more advanced than a Certificate IV, and an Advanced Diploma as offering specialised knowledge and skills for skilled work or further study. Our business qualification comparison sets out all three Evantaa business levels side by side.
How You Are Assessed
Each unit is assessed with knowledge questions and a project or practical assessment. Some units also include a skills test. Every task is marked Satisfactory or Not Yet Satisfactory, so there are no percentage marks.
Student tip: keep copies of your business plans and strategy projects, with any private information removed. They can become evidence of your thinking when you apply for jobs. Our LinkedIn guide shows how to present this kind of work.
What a Typical Week Looks Like
- Scheduled training (16 hours). Classes on campus, face-to-face with your trainer and classmates.
- Supervised assessment (4 hours). Assessment tasks completed with support on hand.
- Your own time. The course page does not set a figure for self-study, so ask Student Services what past students typically need. You will need your own laptop or computer with internet access.
Who the Course Suits
The Advanced Diploma may suit you if you:
- already hold a business diploma or have worked in an operational or leadership role;
- want to focus on planning, strategy and leading change;
- are comfortable with project-style assessment;
- can commit to 20 hours a week on campus.
Evantaa’s course page lists roles connected to the qualification, including Senior Manager or Department Head, General Manager in a small to mid-size business, Business Development Manager, Strategic Planner or Analyst, Change Manager, and Chief of Staff or Operations Director. These are directions, not promises. Your results depend on your experience, effort and the job market. For a longer view, read From Diploma to Department Head.
Entry Requirements in Plain English
The training package requires one of the following: a Diploma or Advanced Diploma from the BSB Training Package (current or superseded), or two years of equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience in an operational or leadership role.
Evantaa also sets its own standards. According to the course page you need:
- to be 18 or over when the course starts;
- English proficiency of IELTS 6.0 overall (PTE Academic 6.0 is listed as an equivalent). Students who have completed an AQF Level 4 qualification in Australia are exempt. Confirm the current English requirement with Admissions before you apply;
- a language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) assessment before training;
- a pre-enrolment self-assessment covering your skills, support needs and possible credit or recognition of prior learning (RPL);
- your own laptop or computer with internet access.
For visa questions, contact the Australian Department of Home Affairs or a registered migration agent. Evantaa does not give personalised visa advice.
Credit, Recognition and Further Study
Evantaa’s course page says RPL and credit transfer are available. Credit transfer is granted for whole units only, based on verified AQF certification or authenticated transcripts, and outcomes are generally confirmed in writing within 10 working days of a complete application.
The page also lists further-study directions, including a Bachelor of Business, Commerce, Management, or Marketing and Communication, and says credit may be available at participating universities. That is subject to each university’s own arrangements, so check with the institution you are interested in.
Costs and Intakes
The course page shows indicative tuition, an enrolment fee and a materials cost, and points to Evantaa’s fee schedule and Refunds Policy. It does not list intake dates. Get current figures and the next start date in writing from admissions@evantaa.edu.au.
Questions to Ask Before You Enrol
- Do my existing qualifications or work experience meet the entry requirement?
- Could any of my past study be recognised as credit or RPL?
- What is the next confirmed intake at my campus, and the application deadline?
- What is the full cost, including enrolment and materials, and what payment plans exist?
- Can I see the unit outlines, and how much self-study do students usually need?
A Note on Outcomes
This article describes what the course currently involves, based on Evantaa’s published information. It does not guarantee entry, completion, employment, promotion, salary, university credit or any visa or migration outcome.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many units are in the Advanced Diploma of Business at Evantaa?
Ten: five core units and five electives, according to the course page.
Is the Advanced Diploma of Business offered online?
No. It is delivered face-to-face only.
Which campuses offer it?
The course page lists Melbourne and Brisbane. Confirm which intake runs at your preferred campus with Admissions.
Do I need a Diploma first?
Not necessarily. The entry requirement is a BSB Diploma or Advanced Diploma, or two years of relevant full-time experience in an operational or leadership role.
Does the course include work placement?
The course page does not mention work placement. Ask Student Services about work experience options.
Next Steps
Ready to find out more? Visit the Advanced Diploma of Business page or contact Evantaa’s Student Services team on (03) 7068 8413.
Sources
- BSB60120 Advanced Diploma of Business, Evantaa Institute (checked 26 October 2026)
- Evantaa Institute homepage and course list (checked 26 October 2026)
- Understanding Australian qualifications, Study Australia
- Australian Department of Home Affairs