EMPOWER HER FUTURE PROGRAM

Your Gap Year. Reimagined.

A Purpose-Driven Gap Year for Young Women

For Parents Who Want More Than Just a Break Year

Not all gap years are created equal. “Empower Her Future” is a structured, future-focused program designed for young women who want to grow their confidence, build workplace skills, and gain real qualifications while exploring career pathways.

This 12-month, Melbourne-based experience is ideal for school-leavers who are driven, curious, and ready to gain an edge—without losing momentum. It includes:

✅ A nationally recognised Diploma of Business (BSB50120)
✅ Real-world placements with leading Australian companies
✅ Mentorship from senior women leaders in top industries
✅ University credit and clear pathways to further study
✅ Career clarity and job-ready capabilities

Take a break from study—but not from your future.

Empower Her Future is a unique, one-year program for recent high school graduates ready to step into the real world. Through real practical placement experience, inspiring mentorship, and future-focused training, you’ll gain clarity, confidence, and a competitive edge.

What’s Included:

Inspiring Guest Speakers

Hear from powerful women leading in tech, cyber, retail, energy, and finance. Learn what they love about their jobs , what a day in their shoes looks like and how they got there.

Future-Ready Skill Development

Gain confidence in communication, presentations, and workplace professionalism.

Includes 8 weeks Industry Work Placements

Spend two weeks each teaching period in real roles across high-growth, traditionally male-dominated sectors. Host employers include major names like Thales, Fujitsu, and Roy Morgan.

Career Toolkit

Finish with a resume, LinkedIn profile, and a clear career direction that sets you apart.

Nationally Recognised Qualification

Upon successful completion, graduate with BSB50120 – Diploma of Business, delivered by SEDA Group (RTO Code: 22503)—a qualification designed to help launch your career in a broad range of industries.

Guest Speakers

THE SEDA DIFFERENCE

Complete a BSB50120 Diploma of Business. Explore different pathways, with over 15 higher learning institutions recognising the Diploma as an alternative first year you will be spoilt for choice.

Individual Learning Approach – SEDA trainers are experts in developing and maintaining positive relationships with each of their students.

Develop Your Career Plan – Through a tailored individual approach, known as “MyPLAN”, SEDA’s trainers support their students to develop these skills to set them on a pathway to success.

The program is delivered 3 days per week at a Melbourne CBD- Docklands venue, delivered in 4 blocks over 12-month period or “gap year”.

*RTO 22503 – SEDA Group Pty Ltd. is responsible for the training, assessment and issuance of AQF certification documents.

OUTCOMES

Based on similar programs, participants can expect the following results:

30% of graduates are likely to enter the workforce directly, stepping into exciting roles across various industries.
30% of graduates are expected to continue onto higher education with a clear vision for their future careers.
Graduates of the BSB50120 Diploma of Business can gain direct* entry into a Bachelor of higher education course, giving them a head start on their academic journey.

*Subject to meeting eligibility requirements with one of SEDA Group’s Educational partners.

Pathways and credits giving you a wide range of university partners nationally.

Why Parents and Students Choose This Program

Here’s what makes “Empower Her Future” a standout option for future-focused families:

🎓 Earn While You Explore
Graduate with a Diploma of Business from SEDA Group (RTO 22503), recognised by over 15 leading higher ed institutions.
💼 Experience Real Workplaces
Complete four 2-week industry placements with top employers like Thales, Fujitsu, and Roy Morgan.
👩‍💼 Mentorship that Matters
Weekly sessions with accomplished women leaders provide ongoing inspiration, guidance, and networking.
🧭 Build Career Clarity
With SEDA’s MyPLAN coaching, your daughter will develop a personalised career and education roadmap.
🧠 Grow Essential Life Skills
Gain communication, problem-solving, collaboration, and leadership capabilities that last a lifetime.

DELIVERY INFORMATION

Accredited Training BSB50120 Diploma of Business.

Payment plans are available.

Business in Heels works in collaboration with SEDA Group RTO: 22503 on marketing and promotional services relating to the recruitment of prospective students for this program. SEDA group is responsible for the training, assessment and issuance of AQF certification documents.

To learn more about mentoring & internships call us on +61 410476085 or email info@businessinheels.com

For questions on the entire program PH: 1300 777 332 or email info@seda.edu.au

Course Structure

BSB50120 – Diploma of Business
1.	Core	BSBCRT511	Develop critical thinking in others
2.	Core	BSBFIN501	Manage budgets and financial plans
3.	Core	BSBOPS501	Manage business resources
4.	Core	BSBSUS511	Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability
5.	Core	BSBXCM501	Lead communication in the workplace

Specialisation – Digital Transformation

BSB50120 – Diploma of Business (Digital Transformation)
1.	E	BSBTEC403	Apply digital solutions to work processes
2.	E	BSBTEC404	Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment
3.	E	BSBXCS402	Promote Workplace cybersecurity awareness and best practice
4.	E	BSBTEC501	Develop and implement an e-commerce strategy
5.	E	BSBTEC601	Review organisational digital strategy
6.	E	BSBOPS601	Develop and implement business plans
7.	E	BSBPMG430	Undertake project work

Pre-requisites for the course

The BSB50120 Diploma of Business has no pre-requisites, however, to be eligible for this program individuals must be able to satisfy the following:

• Successfully complete a SEDA Group Pre-Training Review

• Successfully complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) test issued by SEDA Group

• Provide evidence of eligibility identification and other specified evidence as per SEDA Group’s Enrolment Process

• Be at least 18 years old at the time of course commencement

🎓 Gap Year vs First Year Uni

Which One Sets Her Up for the Future?

Feature	Empower Her Future (EHF)	First-Year University
Learning Style	Hands-on, real-world projects in small groups	Lecture-based, theory-heavy learning
Mentorship	Weekly inspiration from senior industry leaders	Limited access to academic advisors
Industry Exposure	300+ hours of internships in tech, innovation, and business sectors	Optional or later-stage internships depending on course
Career Planning	Personalised “MyPLAN” coaching and career development	Self-guided or through general student services
Qualification	Nationally accredited Diploma of Business	Credits toward Bachelor’s degree
Time Commitment	3 days/week for 12 months	Full-time over 3–4 years
Environment	Supportive, small-cohort experience	Large, often anonymous lecture halls
Post-Program Path	Work-ready or direct entry to higher education (30% in workforce)	Often unclear or undecided career path