Business, Finance and Administration

Business and public administration

The business and public administration industry involves supporting the day-to-day operation of businesses, Government and not-for-profit organisations, using a broad range of skills including organisation, project management, research and policy development. Examples of occupations in this industry include administrative assistant, business manager, policy officer, bank officer, customer service advisor, human resource officer, accounts officer, office administrator, contract manager and small business owner.

For some occupations in this industry, you can start a vocational qualification in Years 11 or 12. Other occupations will require tertiary study after you finish high school.The links below will help you explore this industry and the career opportunities. 

Financial and insurance services

The financial and insurance services industry includes providing financial advice, managing finances and assets and providing insurance or superannuation. This industry also includes Government departments, such as Treasury, responsible for ensuring the economy runs smoothly. Examples of occupations in this industry include accounts officer, payroll officer stockbroker, financial planner, accountant, bank teller and insurance administrator, actuary, insurance broker, mortgage broker, bank administrator and investment planner.

For some occupations in this industry, you can start a vocational qualification in Years 11 or 12. Other occupations will require tertiary study after you finish high school.

The links below will help you explore this industry and the career opportunities. 

Administrative and support services

The administrative and support services industry involves a variety support activities needed for the day-to-day running of businesses and organisations, including office administration, recruitment, taking orders for clients and arranging events, meetings and travel. Examples of occupations in this industry include receptionist, office administrator, bookkeeper, personal assistant, call centre operator, admissions officer, accounts officer and sports administrator.

For some occupations in this industry, you can start a vocational qualification in Years 11 or 12. Other occupations will require tertiary study after you finish high school.

The links below will help you explore this industry and the career opportunities.