Open your own automotive repair business or manage a dealership with the Diploma of Automotive Management (AUR50116). This nationally recognised qualification is completed over 12-18 months under an industry qualified trainer. The course covers all aspects of business and financial management as well as leadership, marketing, contracts, inventory, staffing — as they relate to an automotive retail store, repair business or dealership. Enquire now for a list of training centres and enrolment dates.
VET qualifications are nationally recognised and regulated, ensuring all courses meet rigorous standards for quality, relevance, and compliance with industry requirements.
Graduate with the skills you need to start working right away. Build the practical skills and industry knowledge needed to enter the workforce with confidence.
Students will need to complete work placement supervised by qualified staff in order to gain hands-on experience in a real-world setting.
Government funding may be available for eligible students. Funding is available for vocational education courses that meet skills shortages on a state level.
Entry requirements for VET courses include both national standards and additional criteria set by individual Registered Training Organisations (RTOs).
It’s important to review these requirements for each course provider to ensure you meet all necessary prerequisites before applying.
Course fees vary depending on the course provider.
Government funding may be available to Australian citizens or permanent residents. Eligibility depends on your location, employment status, and whether the course and provider are approved for funding.
The Diploma of Automotive Management will prepare you for the following roles.
A Service Manager oversees the daily running of the service department at a mechanical workshop. You’ll ensure vehicles are being serviced correctl...
A Workshop Manager takes care of daily operations in a mechanical workshop. You’ll arrange testing, parts replacements and repairs for a range of v...
A Parts Manager handles daily operations in the parts department of a spare parts business, an automotive company or a mechanical workshop. You’ll...
A Fleet Manager oversees the daily operations of a fleet of vehicles. The vehicles might be used for transporting passengers or freight or for othe...
Sales Managers manage a team of sales representatives and consultants, setting sales targets and overseeing the departmental budget for wages and i...
Customer Service Managers oversee an organisation’s customer relations and after-sales service. They develop the customer service delivery standard...
Small Businesses in Australia have under 20 staff, but more than 75% have less than 4 employees. These are known as micro-businesses. Small busines...
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