BSBFIN501 - Manage budgets and financial plans
Build confidence in budgeting and financial planning. Learn to create, manage, and evaluate budgets that support smarter decisions, better resource allocation, and long-term business success.
40-60 Hrs (Self-paced)
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Assessments
This accredited course leads to a Statement of Attainment for BSBFIN501 - Manage budgets and financial plans, issued by South Sydney College (RTO Code: 45279).
Note: All assessments are aligned with the requirements of BSBFIN501 and reflect real contract performance management practices.
$330.00
Pay Per Course
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What You'll Learn?
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Understand core budgeting principles and financial planning approaches.
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Compare budgeting methods such as static, rolling, and zero-based models.
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Create, communicate, and manage budgets aligned with business goals.
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Use financial reports to evaluate outcomes and drive improvement.
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Apply contingency planning and variance analysis techniques.
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Ensure ATO and GST compliance with digital tools and reporting.
Additional Learning Benefits
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Courses like this one can contribute to university credit and industry certifications.
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Many ICT units align with CompTIA certification, offering clear pathways to global recognition.
Topics Covered
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Planning Financial Management
Budget Types Forecasting Risk PlanningFinancial Goals
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Implementing and Monitoring Plans
Communication Techniques Cash Flow Compliance Tools
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Reviewing and Improving Financial Performance
KPIs Variance Analysis Reporting Stakeholder Feedback
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you'll be able to:
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Build and communicate effective financial plans.
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Monitor budget performance using data and software tools.
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Analyse variances and apply continuous improvement techniques.
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Make informed, strategic financial decisions with confidence.
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Contribute to stronger financial accountability across your team.
Learning Pathway
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Microlearnings: Finish all microlearnings in this pathway to build practical skills and prepare for the accredited unit.
Go Further
Accredited Units (available via Professional Plan or pay-per-certification). Complete formal assessments to earn a Statement of Attainment for nationally recognized units of competency.
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Full Qualifications: Stack your accredited units to progress toward a full nationally recognised qualification.
Your Future Pathways
After completing full qualifications or selected accredited units, you can::
- Gain credit transfer to Australian universities toward a bachelor's degree (selected units only).
- Sit for industry-recognised certification exams (e.g., CompTIA, Azure, AWS, and others) in selected ICT units only.
- Enhance your employability skills with industry-ready credentials.
*Credit transfer and certification opportunities are available for selected units only.
Certificates Included
Australian Accredited Certification (AQF Certificate)
(Available through formal qualification pathway - Professional Track)
Statement of Attainment for accredited unit
(Unlock when you add Accredited Certification or Professional Track)
SkillX Professional Certificate
(Essential & Premium)
$330.00
Pay Per Course
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