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The following information is general in nature. Please consult with a financial professional before making any important investment decisions. 

While securing your finances remains an important consideration, there’s a different element of your future that’s come into the fray: ethical interests. No longer are we only interested in strong returns and attractive bank balances, we also want to do our part to protect the world and meet our social obligations. 

In the current climate, our social and environmental needs are just as important as the financial reward when it comes to choosing our super fund. In recent years, more and more superannuation funds have popped up promising to deliver strong results while also ensuring that their money is funding ethical projects and steering away from potentially environmentally damaging outcomes. 

What are the main ethical superannuation funds?

If you’re looking for a fund that focuses on not just your own future but the future of others and generations to come, it’s easy to find one that’s as kind with your wallet as they are on the planet. According to Money Magazine and a study conducted by the Responsible Investment Association of Australia (RIAA), these are the top 14 responsible investment superannuations:

  1. Australian Ethical
  2. AustralianSuper
  3. Crescent Wealth
  4. CareSuper
  5. Cbus
  6. Christian Super
  7. First State Super
  8. Future Fund
  9. Future Super
  10. HESTA
  11. Local Government Super
  12. NZ Super Fund
  13. Unisuper
  14. VicSuper
  15. Vision Super

Considerations included environment, governance and ethical factors. But most interestingly, responsible investments outperformed the average return of the total pool of superannuations used in the study. 

RIAA’s number one choice, Australian Ethical has three main pillars:

  1. Planet: “Every decision is made with empathy and compassion for the planet and all those that inhabit it.”
  2. People: “Environmental and social concerns need to be given equal weight to financial outcomes.”
  3. Animals: “We do not invest in anything that is unnecessarily harmful to animals.”

Australian Ethical’s key objectives are typical of responsible superannuation funds, focusing on the planet and the people. 

Pros of ethical investing

Whether you’re choosing a super fund that invests in ethical projects or your own investment choices are made with social issues in mind, you can rest easy knowing your money is going to a greener and sustainable future. 
 
While it’s a great feeling knowing your investments aren’t doing more harm than good, your money is also going towards driving social change. For example, your funds might go towards an up and coming company that is working on sustainable energy. Not only can you profit from this company, you can also contribute to fighting climate change. 

Cons of ethical investing

Although your money is working more responsibly and you have the future in mind, your returns might not be as attractive as picking other funds or investments. By sticking to ethical and responsible companies, you limit yourself to the projects available. 
 
Some top-tier companies on the ASX might also not have the best track record when it comes to sustainability and social issues, so you’ll miss out on any large returns that they may achieve. 
 
Finally, if you choose to invest directly in ASX companies rather than through a managed fund, you’ll also find yourself spending a little more time researching the company’s strategy and whether they meet the criteria for your ethical standards. 
 
Making responsible investments is the easy part – choosing between attractive returns and doing your bit for the planet is the hard part. 

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Studying a Diploma of Business Administration (BSB50415) can greatly further your career prospects in the business services sector, a field that forecasts significant future growth in employment opportunities. Whether you’re already working as an office or administration manager and want to have your experience recognised, or you’re looking to enter the workforce with practical skills and knowledge to set you apart – here’s what you need to know about studying a Diploma of Business Administration.

What is a Diploma of Business Administration?

A nationally accredited Diploma of Business Administration will equip you with practical skills and theoretical knowledge required to coordinate efficient workflow in any business, fostering an organised, collaborative and innovative workplace. Through your coursework you will learn how to:

Your studies will help develop your communication skills, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills. Although there are no formal entry requirements for enrolling, it’s recommended that students hold a Certificate IV in Business Administration or other Certificate IV level of study. It also helps to have previous experience in an administrative role, computer literacy and familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite, possess strong time management and organisational skills, and an understanding of office systems and processes.

If you have relevant experience or international qualifications in the field, you may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). RPL is an assessment process that considers an individual’s relevant prior learning – through life experience, work, or activities such as volunteering, in Australia or overseas – to determine if they meet the requirements for a unit of study.

RTOs consider these existing skills and knowledge to assess whether a person demonstrates the required competencies needed to meet the relevant Australian standards. They can provide a credit against units of competency, allowing an individual to gain eligibility for a formal qualification or reduce the amount of time required to achieve a formal qualification. 

Diploma of Business Administration job opportunities

Those with a Diploma of Business Administration have a number of job opportunities available to them as well as advancement to management and executive positions. Most work as administration managers, office managers, project administrators, or executive assistants.  With the qualification, you can also take your studies further through a Bachelor of Business. 

Where can you study a Diploma of Business Administration?

There is a range of different Registered Training Organisations (RTO) around the country that offer the course, with the majority of studies conducted online over 18 months. Studying a Diploma of Business Administration at TAFE is a popular option for many students.

It’s important to note that this course is being superseded by a Diploma of Business (BSB50120). You may start this course and you will be contacted if you need to transition into the next version when it is available.

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He found it very difficult and whilst he was able to work and make a lot of money, he was not able to finish his course.

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Information Technology : Working within the information technology industry continuously presents new and exciting challenges each day and let’s not forget to mention the rewards. There are an abundance of different types of information technology categories that you can work in, all of which primarily surround installation and management of computer systems, networking, information systems, troubleshooting and support systems, along with using cloud based and virtualised systems.

Information technology (IT) is unarguably one of the most rapidly expanding and changing industries in Sydney, Australia. Sydney’s business employers are continuously on the look out for workers who possess up to date knowledge and are able to provide a dynamic skillset within the IT sector.

The IT courses offered through Qualify Me can ensure that you have the expertise and up to date skills that you will need, regardless if you are new to IT, or would like your current skills refreshing with new knowledge. We have many locations (including of course online study) in which you can study your IT courses and we will provide you will all the support and information you need.

 

Qualify Me will help you launch your career with the help of our IT courses:

Now that we know that the IT industry in Sydney, Australia is continuously evolving and developing, let’s take a look at the benefits that be taken advantage of when working in such a fast paced and rewarding industry.

 

Continuous Change

The information technology industry is continuously developing, evolving and changing. Whether you decide to be a developer for a small or large company, or perhaps you’re in a management position, freelancing, or even networking; the world of IT is changing constantly. Just think, some of the most popular things in IT right now are mobile and tablet computing, cloud systems, and of course, social networking. None of these were prominent just a few years ago. These things helps to keep the industry alive and exciting.

 

Great Pay

One of the primary reasons that individuals choose to work within the IT industry is usually the money aspect. Information technology is a career path that is known to pay fairly well, not just in Sydney but also across the globe. Depending on the employer, the demand for individuals skilled in IT, and other contributing factors, typically result in good salaries.

High Demand

Many companies in Sydney (and around the world) need IT work done. With many businesses using an abundance of network systems, the internet and software management systems to simply operate, having an employee skilled in IT has been significantly proven to save money for them. As a result, this means there is often an abundance of work needing to be done.

Valued Employee Skills

Working professionally within the IT industry, successfully, requires a form of education in the sector. This education is seen as a highly valued skill with employers. Performing any sort of work in IT often requires a particular level of skill and knowledge, which can typically be seen as difficult to others who may possess little or no knowledge of IT. Therefore it’s appreciated. Keep in mind this could be skills that are specific to your particular job role or skills for the IT industry overall. Nevertheless, they are valued.

Challenging

The life of an IT professional is challenging. Due to the above point of constant change, and also due to expectations of your role and deadlines that have been set, there is a level of challenge to most roles in IT. However, this can be very rewarding! And that’s a reason why the pay is good!

Varied Roles

There are many different roles as an IT professional you could be involved in. You could work as a system administrator, or be involved in security or networking, which is a large field in itself. You could be a software developer, and there are many technologies to specialise in, or to learn. Other roles such as analysis, or management, can be just as varied, which means it’s easier to find a role that suits you. If you’re not sure what to specialise in, try creating a career plan to give yourself an idea.

Help People

Working in IT has the advantage of helping people in one way or another. If you’re in a support role, for example, you help people by fixing their problems or providing solutions for areas of their work. If you’re a developer, you create solutions for their needs. If you’re an analyst, you find out what the customer or user wants and ensure the solution is created in that way. This can bring satisfaction in itself and is another little-known reason for why working in information technology.

Convenience of Location

Related to the point above about working in an office, most office jobs are in a centralised location or central business district. This can be convenient for getting personal things done and for socialising. Banks, post offices, shops, restaurants, bars and cafes are usually common in the locations where offices are, which makes it easier to run errands in your work day, or catch up with friends or family after your working day!

Qualify Me! Indonesia members currently residing in Australia enjoy a day jet boating at Floyd Bay.

Qualify Me! team member in Australia enjoy a day jet boating at Floyd Bay.

Though the weather wasn't all that great, the water was as warm as it gets (yep a spa bath!).

Check out the jet boat in action video on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=740206372741923

Activities included:

Lunch was humble, with pizza served on the doughnut. An insanely fun day overall!

 

 

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