ADMISSION PROCESS
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Admission Process

At the College of Business Management (CBM), we strive to make the admission process transparent, fair, and efficient for all international students.
Students applying for a student visa must complete the Application for Enrolment – International Students form and submit it with the required supporting documents. Once received, the Admissions Team will review the application based on the information provided.

All applications are assessed in line with access and equity principles, ensuring fair consideration for every candidate. Please note that submission of an application does not guarantee an offer of admission.

Admission Steps

Complete the Application for Enrolment form and attach all required documents.
CBM will assess your academic background and English language proficiency.
Successful applicants will receive a Letter of Offer and Student Agreement.
Upon acceptance and payment of fees, an Electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE) will be issued to support your student visa application.

English Language Requirements

All international students must meet CBM’s English proficiency requirements, as outlined by the Department of Home Affairs (DHA).
CBM accepts the following test results:

Test	Minimum Score
IELTS (Academic Module)	Overall band score of 6.0
PTE Academic	Overall score of 50

Students who do not meet these requirements must complete an English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) before commencing their main course.

Academic Equivalency Requirements

CBM recognises equivalent overseas qualifications to meet entry requirements. The table below outlines common international Year 12 equivalents:

Country	Equivalent Qualification
Bangladesh	Higher School Certificate with a 50% average
China	Senior Middle 3 with 75% average or B grade
Fiji	Form 7 with minimum “B” in English & Maths and overall score of 240
India	All India Senior School Certificate or State Board Certificate
Indonesia	SMU III with an average of 7.0 in 4 academic units
Nepal	Higher Secondary School Certificate with 50% average
Pakistan	Higher Secondary School Certificate with 50% average
South Africa	Successful completion of Year 12
Sri Lanka	2 passes in GCE A-Levels
Thailand	Matayom 6 with GPA of 2.0
Turkey	Lise Diplomasi with GPA of 3.0
Uganda	2 passes in GCE A-Levels
Vietnam	Year 12 with GPA of 6.0

For countries not listed, please contact CBM Admissions for further assessment.

Work Experience Assessment

Applicants with relevant work experience must provide:

A detailed CV (Resume), and
An Official Reference Letter on company letterhead, including contact details and job description.

CBM may verify employment references prior to issuing an offer letter.

Admission Procedure

Ensure the Application Form is completed, signed, and dated.
The Admissions Officer reviews academic qualifications and English test results.
If minimum requirements are not met, additional factors may be considered, such as:
- Mature age entry
- Work experience
- Academic aptitude and motivation
- Previous attendance and performance
- Potential to succeed academically
Applicants without valid English test results may be required to sit an internal English test or enrol in an ELICOS program.
Once eligibility is confirmed, applicant details are entered into CBM’s student management system.
A Letter of Offer is issued to the applicant or their agent.
Upon acceptance and fee payment, the eCoE is generated via PRISMS for visa processing.
All applications undergo internal audit checks to ensure compliance and document accuracy.

General Entry Requirements

Applicants who meet CBM’s selection criteria will be approved for enrolment.
CBM encourages students of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, to apply.
Each course may have specific entry requirements — please refer to the individual course brochure or contact CBM Admissions for detailed information before applying.

Assessing Claimed Work Experience

Admission into CBM courses, the admission officer must verify that all claimed work experience is pertinent to the qualification being sought and has occurred within the last two years from the date of application.

The applicant must provide a CV along with a reference letter on official company letterhead containing contact details of the employer. If there are doubts regarding the authenticity of the submitted employment reference, the admission officer must reach out to the past employer before issuing any letter of offer to the student.

Procedure

Admission officers will adhere to the following procedure upon receiving the completed application along with all supporting documents, either directly from the applicant or through their education agent:

Ensure all required information is completed on the application form, including the applicant’s signature and date. Assess the applicant’s previous educational qualifications (obtained in Australia or overseas) necessary for studying at the required level of the proposed qualification. Evaluate whether the applicant meets the required entry-level qualifications for the specific qualification they intend to enroll in. If the applicant’s educational qualifications do not meet CBM’s admission requirements, other factors may be considered at CBM’s discretion and in accordance with the course entry requirements as per the training package. These factors may include:

Mature age
Work experience
Attitude and aptitude
Previous academic results
Attendance rate in the previous college
Ability and skills to function in an academic environment
Potential to succeed in academic endeavors

Assess the applicant’s English language skills. If the student achieves a satisfactory score in IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE Academic, they will be admitted to their chosen course. Refer to the Policy on Assessing English Language Proficiency (International Students). If an applicant cannot provide evidence of a satisfactory English score and there are doubts about their English language proficiency, they will be required to undergo an English test (at the student’s expense) or enroll in an English (ELICOS) course until they achieve the required English score. If the student demonstrates the ability to communicate in English but cannot produce any formal English qualification, they will be required to complete an English language test in Melbourne. Enter the student’s details into the student management system. Send an offer letter to the applicant and/or the educational agent generated from the student management system. Applicants must pay the requisite fee upon accepting the offer. Once the fee is received along with the signed student agreement, the admission officer will: Ensure the student agreement is properly signed and dated by the applicant. Generate an Electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE) from PRISMS and send it to the Student/Education agent to facilitate the issuance of a student visa. Applicants must then apply for a student visa at their Australian Student Visa issuing center and make travel arrangements to Australia once the student visa is granted. Save a soft copy of the eCOE on CBM’s drive and update the student management system. The Administration Manager will conduct ongoing internal audits for the applications finalized during the week to ensure all applications have the required supporting documents and that the application forms and student agreements are duly signed and dated. General Entry Requirements Applicants who meet the selection criteria will be approved for enrollment in CBM courses. In line with government policies, students with disabilities are fully encouraged to participate in training. Specific entry requirements for each course are listed in the individual course brochure available from CBM. Prospective applicants are strongly advised to carefully read and consider the entry and course requirements before applying for admission to CBM.

ADMISSION PROCESS
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS