MYOB Courses

MYOB Courses

Transform how you deal with your personal or business’ finances and become well-versed in all things MYOB. 

Whether you’re a small business owner, sole trader or just looking to upskill and develop a better understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting practices, a short course in MYOB can help transform your financial habits for the better.

What is MYOB?

MYOB, or ‘Mind Your Own Business’ is an Australian created accounting software system that provides services to businesses to assist them with all things tax and GST management, accounting, bookkeeping. It’s used in many small and medium businesses across the country, helping business owners simplify the management of:

• Payroll
• CRM
• Tax, BAS, and business activity statements
• Invoicing
• Generating financial reports
• Bank reconciliations
• Accounts payable and receivable 

What are the benefits of MYOB training?

Anyone who has completed an RTO-approved MYOB training course will have the expertise to set up MYOB software to a client’s networks to start managing their bookkeeping through the system. It’s a great qualification for any business owner who manages their own books, as well as any budding bookkeeper or accountant looking to enter the small to medium business sector in Australia. 

Managing taxes, financial data files, accounts and customer relations via management systems is an essential part of any business. This is why using a system that simplifies and records these processes, like MYOB or XERO, is so invaluable.

Job outlook for MYOB trained professionals

If you’re thinking of undertaking  a MYOB course, here are some figures that will interest you from PayScale, MYOB and the Job Outlook Initiative:

• MYOB trained bookkeepers can earn between $41,931 to $75,115
• 2 out of 3 businesses have moved to cloud accounting software
• Close to 60% of accountants use MYOB software
• 33% of bookkeepers work full-time
• The most common qualification studied by bookkeepers is a Diploma or Advanced Diploma

MYOB courses in Australia

There’s a wide range of tafe courses that include or specialise in MYOB training. These courses are available throughout Australia, particularly in the major cities of Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. 

An online MYOB course that specifically focuses on all things MYOB software, such as MYOB accountright and MYOB payroll is perfect for someone looking for an in-depth traineeship in this specific accounting software.

If your goal is to become a qualified bookkeeper or accountant, an accounting specific or bookkeeping course will be more beneficial to you, as most of these qualifications will include a general MYOB module. 

Career outcomes

MYOB training is important for a broad scope of careers. Whether you’re managing the books of a company or providing accountancy services for your clients, having MYOB training under your belt will help immensely.

Some potential job titles that would benefit from MYOB training include:

• Bookkeeper
• Accounts Payable Clerk
• Accountant
• Office Administrator
• Financial Controller
• Finance Officer
• Accounting Clerk
• Purchasing Officer
• MYOB Training Consultant

Short courses in MYOB

A short course is generally only a few weeks in length and will cover the basics of MYOB essentials. These online courses can range from MYOB-focused to including XERO training as well. 

As the courses are offered online and have no entry requirements, students are given flexibility and are free to learn at their own pace.  Both full-time and part-time study loads are available, with many training organisations offering different payment options. 

Is MYOB right for you?

MYOB trained professionals can confidently implement MYOB accounting skills to their workplace or personal finances to ensure well-documented financial transactions and overall financial records. These skills are imperative for anyone seeking to work in the finance sector. Furthermore, because computerised cloud accounting systems, like MYOB, have become so popular, being able to work with technology and keeping up with the latest trends is essential.

Enquire about a MYOB short course today and receive more course information to help you harness a highly sought after skill in Australia‘s modern economy.