Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Franchising
Certificate IV in Franchising
BSB40707
D150
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 18/12/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply welldeveloped skills and a broad knowledge base in relation to the franchising industry. They may act as a franchisee in any industry area and have managerial responsibilities for the franchise and the relationship with a franchisor.
Job roles
Franchisee - of one or more sites of a franchise operation within any industry sector.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 103 core unitsplus
7 elective units
At least 5 elective units must be selected from the elective units listed below.
The remaining 2 elective units may be selected from the elective units listed below, or any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course at the same qualification level. If not listed below, 1unit may be selected from either a Certificate III or Diploma qualification.
Elective units must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and the qualification level.
Core units
BSBFRA401B Manage compliance with franchisee obligations and legislative requirements
BSBFRA402B Establish a franchise
BSBFRA403B Manage relationship with franchisor
Elective units
Creative Thinking
BSBCRT501A Originate and develop concepts
Customer Service
BSBCUS401B Coordinate implementation of customer service strategies
BSBCUS402B Address customer needs
Financial Administration
BSBFIA402A Report on financial activity
Franchising
BSBFRA301B Work within a franchise
BSBFRA404B Manage a multiple site franchise
General Administration
BSBADM409A Coordinate business resources
Intellectual Property
BSBIPR405A Protect and use intangible assets in small business
Interpersonal Communication
BSBCMM401A Make a presentation
IT Support
BSBITS401B Maintain business technology
IT Use
BSBITU401A Design and develop complex text documents
Learning and Development
BSBLED401A Develop teams and individuals
Marketing
BSBMKG413A Promote products and services
BSBMKG414B Undertake marketing activities
Work Health and Safety
BSBWHS401A Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements
Relationship Management
BSBREL401A Establish networks
Research
BSBRES401A Analyse and present research information
Risk Management
BSBRSK401A Identify risk and apply risk management processes
Sustainability
BSBSUS301A Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
Writing
BSBWRT401A Write complex documents
1. Core Units
All three (3) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D0720 | BSBFRA402B | Establish a franchise | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D0719 | BSBFRA401B | Manage compliance with franchisee obligations and legislative requirements | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D0721 | BSBFRA403B | Manage relationship with franchisor | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
At least five (5) units must be selected from elective units listed below.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C660 | BSB41704 | Certificate IV in Business (Franchising) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVT4 | BSB40715 | Certificate IV in Franchising | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships