Studying Sales in Australia
Coming to Australia for your education opens doors you didn't know existed. The sales industry here is different from most places – more direct, less formal, but just as professional. And honestly? That takes some getting used to.
We've worked with students from over thirty countries since 2019. Each person brings their own background, their own perspective. What they need most isn't just course material – it's someone who understands what it's like to navigate a new system while trying to build real skills.
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Working While You Study
Most student visa holders can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during term. That changed in mid-2023, and it's worth double-checking current regulations with your education provider or immigration advisor.
Sales roles can fit nicely into a student schedule. Retail positions, phone-based sales, even some business development work – they offer flexible hours and practical experience. You're not just earning income; you're learning how Australian businesses actually operate.
One thing though – the accent thing is real. I've seen brilliant students struggle initially because they weren't used to the Australian way of speaking. It gets easier. Usually takes about three months before you stop asking people to repeat themselves constantly.
Our September 2025 intake specifically includes accent adaptation workshops and Australian workplace communication modules. Because textbook English and real conversations are two very different animals.
What Actually Helps
We've learned what international students need through years of watching what works and what doesn't. These aren't extras – they're built into how we run things.
Industry Connections
We maintain relationships with employers who actively hire international graduates. Not placement guarantees – just introductions to people who understand visa conditions and value diverse perspectives in their teams.
Practical Scheduling
Classes run between 9am and 3pm, Monday to Thursday. That leaves Friday through Sunday for part-time work. We've structured it this way deliberately after feedback from previous cohorts who were trying to balance everything.
Cultural Context
Australian business culture has unwritten rules. When to be formal, when to be casual, how to read a room. These things aren't obvious, and they matter more than most courses acknowledge. We spend time on this stuff.
Language Support
Beyond basic English requirements, there's business terminology, slang, humor, negotiation language. Small group sessions twice weekly focus specifically on communication challenges that international students face in sales contexts.
Ongoing Access
Course materials stay accessible after you finish. Sales techniques evolve, Australian market conditions change. Alumni can review updated content and attend quarterly refresher sessions at our Wetherill Park location.
Peer Networks
About 60% of our students come from overseas. You're not the only one figuring this out. Study groups form naturally, and those connections often become professional networks later on.
Who You'll Work With
Our international student advisors aren't just administrative staff. They've either studied abroad themselves or have extensive experience working with students navigating new countries. They know the questions you'll have before you think to ask them.
Petra Svendsen
International Student Coordinator
Petra came to Australia from Sweden in 2014 for her own studies. She remembers every confusing moment of that first year. Now she helps students avoid the mistakes she made and navigate visa conditions, work rights, and course planning.
Anouk Devereaux
Sales Program Mentor
With background in corporate training and cross-cultural communication, Anouk specializes in helping international students translate their existing skills into the Australian context. She's particularly good at accent coaching and confidence building.
Siobhan Quilty
Career Development Advisor
Siobhan knows the Australian job market inside out. She works with students on resume adaptation, interview preparation, and understanding what local employers actually look for. Her network includes hiring managers across Sydney and surrounding areas.