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Business Development Manager

Business Development Managers drive new business, manage key accounts, promote company offerings, and collaborate with executives and clients.

How do I become a business development manager

Get qualified to work as a business development manager with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Business Development Manager will earn at least $2,200 per week ($114,400 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. Business Development Managers often receive bonuses and incentives based on the acquisition of new accounts.

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Statistics for Business Development Managers in Australia are unclear at this time. Business Development Managers are employed by B2B corporations, wholesalers, and retailers in a wide range of industries.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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Business Development Managers need advanced knowledge of sales and marketing strategies, as well as high-end administration skills. Get started with the Diploma of Customer Engagement or Certificate IV in Business Sales. These courses take 12-18 months to complete. Vendor qualifications in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and G-Suite will also be helpful. Business Development Managers in larger organisations usually have industry specific skills and qualifications.

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Business Development Manager careers

Business Development Managers generate new business opportunities for their organisation — managing key customer accounts and promoting the company offerings to client businesses and prospects. They work closely with the General Manager and other executives.

As a Business Development Manager you might be developing a seasonal promo with the marketing department, reviewing sales reports before a meeting with the General Manager, visiting a client business to discuss a new service offering, or carrying out market research on potential customers in your geographic area.