Business College in Perth, Western Australia

Sterling Business College, Perth:
Sterling Business College in Perth, the lively multi-cultural capital city of Australia’s largest state, Western Australia, is a registered training organisation, providing quality assured and nationally recognised vocational training for both international and Australian students. We offer certificate, diploma and advanced diploma courses in areas including Business Studies, Office Skills, Marketing, Management, Travel and Tourism and more. Our diploma graduates receive up to one year’s advanced standing at most Australian universities. Sterling Business College is a smart alternative pathway to university or the workforce. Our students study in a relaxed but professional environment, to transition them into university life.

Established in 1996, our college has a wonderful mix of Australian and international students, providing an exchange of cosmopolitan ideas and friendship. We like to keep things on a smaller scale too, with approximately 150 students on campus. We are able to appreciate and provide for every student personally, – it’s one of the reasons we are known as the “friendly college”.

Study at Sterling Business College is designed to allow time out for other important aspects of your life. Classes are held over 3.5 to 4 days, so you have some time out for extra study, work experience, or a casual job. Through our Certificate IV programs, we offer the opportunity to obtain practical training and vocational qualifications while at the same time meeting university degree entry requirements.

All of our programs, curriculum and teaching methods are accredited and regularly audited to maintain the highest standards. Sterling Business College has provided quality training for over 13 years. Sterling Business College is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO Code 2417) which means we provide quality assured and nationally recognised training.

Sterling Business College (NTIS code 2417) is formally accredited by ASQA (Australian Skills Quality Authority) until 31 July 2014. ASQA is the national regulator for Australia’s vocational education and training (VET) sector. ASQA regulates courses and training providers to ensure nationally approved quality standards are met.

We are also members of the Western Australian Private Education and Training Industry Association (WAPETIA) and the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).

We offer a wide range of vocational training courses in areas including:

- Management
- Marketing
- Office Skills
- Business Studies
- Travel and Tourism
- Graphic Design
- Community & Children’s Services

* Pathways:  In each programme area, there are qualification levels (Certificate II, Certificate III, Certificate IV, Diploma and Advanced Diploma). Each qualification level represents a combination of skills that enable our graduates to perform various job-related tasks at a certain standard.

Vocational training courses at Sterling Business College provide you with:

- Practical hands-on skills and relevant up to date industry training.
- Nationally recognised qualifications which are also highly regarded by employers.
- Increased employment opportunities & / or enhanced university entry prospects.

We offer students relaxed methods of study:

* Our average class size is around 20 – large enough for the exchange of ideas, but small enough for everyone to be heard.

* Your assessment is ongoing and based on a complete learning experience – a lot less worrying than feared final exams.

* Subjects are delivered over 9 week periods. Each subject has clear aims and a timeframe short enough to encourage lively, structured study.

* Subjects allow sufficient class time not only for lectures and teaching, but for individual attention as well.

* Projects are based on real-world situations with lecturers providing mentorship and guidance.

* There’s a holiday after each 9 weeks to recover.

* Over 25,000 international students choose to study in Perth and Western Australia each year, thanks to its friendly and relaxed lifestyle, a booming economy and excellent work opportunities.

* The city of Perth has more sunny days each year than any other Australian capital city, with an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day.

At Sterling Business College, we encourage a diverse multicultural mix of students. Our college has a wonderful mix of Australian and international students, providing an exchange of cosmopolitan ideas and friendship. As of May 2011, our current college nationality mix is made up of 17% Australian students and international students from over 30 other nationalities.

Accommodation & Airport Pickup:
Provided prior arrangement has been made, you can be picked up from the airport by a representative of the college. We understand the importance of students from overseas having comfortable and secure living arrangements within easy reach of the campus, and we can provide you with advice on the following accommodation alternatives:

* Homestay, where you live with a local family.
* Rented accommodation, such as apartments or houses.
* Temporary short-term accommodation in hostels, dormitories and apartments.

"Having successfully completed a certificate course I just have to say it was the most gratifying learning experience I have ever had (and I have had a few). The multi-cultural atmosphere, professional staff that gave me that little bit of extra care and support along with it's modern facilities, made my learning experience an enjoyable one. I can say that Sterling College is, really an institute with a difference, above the rest."
- Kaye, Australia (Certificate IV in Small Business Management, 2010).

"Study at Sterling School was a good choice, I had a great time studying here. My memories are great because my experience was wonderful, what l can say is thank you for all support that l received from all staff. I made such as a good friends, the teachers are friendly and outgoing. Perth is a beautiful city with wonderful parks and beaches. My time at Sterling School was unforgettable."
- Dorcas, Brazil (Certificate III in Business, 2010).