"In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity"
- Albert Einstein

What are the emerging digital marketing specialist jobs out there.? We explore these and some easy steps you can take to become a digital marketer, no matter what background you’re starting with.

How do you get a job without a degree?

It's important to weigh up the pros and cons of vocational and higher education so that you make the most of your learning experience.

Mortgage brokers have special skill sets that go beyond just product knowledge. Find out about the different pathways within finance and mortgage broking.

There are more jobs in logistics than ever. So why should you consider a career in logistics?

There’s a huge demand for qualified project managers across a variety of industries.

How does someone go from no experience, to practicing as a finance and mortgage broker?

If you’re serious about getting ready to tackle an online course, getting your life study-ready may be easier that you think.

Getting fully qualified as a financial planner may be the best way forward for you if you want lots of options and flexibility in your future career.

Imagine telling a child they needed to wait before they were able to begin learning to ride a bike, rather than letting them jump on when they felt ready to.

The plans of vulnerable young first home buyers have been dashed. But good things are still happening.

Regardless of your business type, there’s space for a digital manager of some capacity.

Here's how to manage your time if you're considering studying online.

"Online learning only works successfully if it has strong digital ecosystems to support it"

Is it worth investing in a project management course?

Our trainers are here to help you. They're your biggest supporter while you're studying with us.

Make sure your family knows why you’re studying and why it’s important to you.

You’ve probably read all about how to nail your job interview. But what about an online interview?

"Amongst the uncertainly, surprises and laughs, look after your tribe and we’ll be a step closer to being ok"

Making the most of working from home? Use these free online tools to help.

If you’re running a small business at the moment you’ll be feeling the pressure.

With the growth of eCommerce in Australia, transport and logistics is more important than ever.

You’ll find PM roles in areas from construction and infrastructure to IT, hospitality and retail.

Whether you’re upskilling, certifying your knowledge or changing careers, the future’s digital.

It’s easy to lack motivation when there’s no buzz from your office colleagues nearby.

Ah COVID, time to leave now...

Having a decent working space can do wonders for productivity and motivation.

The course has been developed to give you absolute flexibility.

You gotta get their attention quick smart. Here's how.

Formalise your expertise in payroll services with this new qualification.

Agh, financing a course can be tricky. But maybe a payment plan can help?

Real student stories.

Marketers play a key role in nearly every industry. I love that I take my skills anywhere.

Seriously though, let's talk about why you're really here.

Getting a qualification is not easy, but by following these techniques, you have a great chance of being successful.

Shane will support you while you study online with Monarch. He's a gem.

A Diploma of Payroll Services helps you stand out from other bookkeepers.

This decade may nearly be finished, but you’ve still got time to kick start your next big goal.

A career as a payroll expert or human resources (HR) officer can be very rewarding.

There are heaps of exciting roles you can shoot for involving social media management.

This pocket rocket will have you flying through your course.

Glenn is your trainer if you're a business and management student with Monarch.

We only hire the best trainers.

There are some interesting trends in terms of financial advice business.

Employment in the logistics sector as a whole is set to grow by up to 15% in the years up to 2024. Join this industry today.

So why Monarch? Here’s why.

It's time to set a new year's resolution that you can actually keep.

"I didn't get paid for 2.5 years and I loved it"

"Understand that you are going to make mistakes. Use this as a learning opportunity."

“I started my YouTube channel ‘Joyish’ at the age of 14 and have continued it throughout the years". How Joy finds time to study and continue doing what she loves most.

"It's not about a job, it is about the right job"

"Who says I love the logistic industry??" Hmm Peter tells it how it really is....

Where do you ‘go’ when you study online? This is what it looks like.

Trainers are a key part of your online experience. So who are they? Introducing Gary Hatfield.

Five Monarch grads tell us their 'hide under the table' interview moments

“I went from not wanting to go to work when I woke up every morning, to doing something I love every day"

“My main challenge was to stay motivated and keep going during times when I was feeling overwhelmed"

The great thing about these skills is that they’re transferrable to a range of different industries.

There are a lot more behind-the-scenes logistics roles that aren’t as well known.

The skills you learn in a VET course are transferable to a range of different projects and employers.

"Logistics managers can make a huge difference in the quality of life of everyday people"

"Traditional studying just wasn’t going to work alongside representing my community and managing my business"

"I don’t know if I would have been able to achieve this without the study I did with Monarch"

In the face of critical skills shortages, what should businesses do when they need staff?

The Diploma of Payroll Services (FNS50417) is a recent addition to the Financial Services Training Package.

The benefits are endless with a well-executed social media strategy.

The good news is there are plenty of courses available for those of us with no experience in jobs or study.

These free web-based study and writing tools will help make your student lifestyle that little bit sweeter.

Who doesn't love a bunch of freebies? Check out these tools for everyday work life.

Why are so many people choosing to study online?

There's a lot to be said for 'YOLO'. But at the same time how do you invest in your future?

Financial planners help people with a variety of money-related tasks and goals.

There are a lot of short courses in social media marketing, but this is the only formal qualification recognised by the Australian Government.

Which course will lead you to the career of your dreams?

Most accountants do a wide range of finance-related tasks. But what are these tasks?

One of the most incentivising ways in which you can convince your boss to invest in skills training is by presenting it as a powerful retention tool.

When someone asks about your social marketing strategy... and you want to hide under the couch.

Ready to consider studying online? You may realise it’s a lot less scary than you think!

Students often ask how they can formally add ‘BAS Agent Registration’ to their career portfolio. But what IS a BAS?

Simone Tobin has one big tip for parents who want to return to study while raising children.

“They say your career can define you as a person, and it’s true.”

Study the right course to achieve your educational and career goals.

"I want to make sure I'm not the old-school Nanna who doesn’t know what she’s talking about"

A business plan is vital for the success for your small business. But, how do you write one?

It’s no longer acceptable for small businesses to forego activity on social media. So what is a Social Media Manager?

Ok, so you want to become a Social Media Manager? Let's find you a job...

IGTV is here to stay, so how can you use it to reach your customers?

“Has it helped me? Definitely. I’ve already noticed the changes."

It’s been touted as a good reason for businesses of all sizes to look at and improve internal processes.

It’s much easier than you might think to get organised and stay motivated to study online.

Wondering which accounting or bookkeeping course you should do? To choose the right course, think: “where do I want to end up?”

Find out how Monarch Institute graduate Tianni, balanced her career and personal life with ease while upskilling and completing her marketing qualification.

Our Graduates are now working in leading companies like KPMG, Accenture, AMP, Toll, Linfox, Oracle, and IBM.

Every single business, regardless of its size, needs to record and manage their finances, so there will always be a demand for accounting and bookkeeping services.

"Through Monarch Institute, I realised my learning style was very suited to online study"

Studying online offers flexibility for people with busy lifestyles. Here's our top tips.

You can be part of the social media revolution. Get in on the ground level of this fast-growing industry.

Yesterday Monarch Institute helped welcome eight new students into the I CAN with MYOB Program as it takes off for the second year.ts.

What's an Ideathon? Alex finds out...

"Not only does it improve your work skills but it also improves your personal skills, building your confidence and being a team player”.

How do you grow your Instagram influence and personal brand?

Students are often a long way away from their teachers, but that doesn’t mean they are alone. Here's our study tips you really should know...

What are the unique qualities and features of Australian Leadership?

Businesses that can put altruism and authenticity at the core of what they do, build a community of loyal followers.

Oh cloud how I love thee

If you are wondering what digital storytelling is, here’s a quick explanation.

Who is FASEA and what are these new rules?

“I definitely have a natural interest in bookkeeping and accounting that’s always been there, but the course has given me the confidence to really make a difference in my community”

Succession planning can mean the difference between success and failure for a family business.

Bitcoin is the biggest bubble in town….. or is it?

As a small business owner, you’re the master of all departments. Here’s our top reasons to consider up-skilling within your small business.

A sibling or relative as your small business partner. What could go wrong?

Network Ten's voluntary administration. How did we get here?

Logistics in the Asia Pacific region is undergoing changes. Are we meeting Australia's needs?

Wrong! The law is, well, the law!

Customer service needs to be at the core of your business.

E-commerce retailers are the future. Does this shift represent the start of a terminal death spiral for iconic Aussie retail players, or something else?

Productivity is real, it can raise living standards. It can allow consumers to become wealthier and businesses to become more profitable.

Driver-less vehicles are coming. So where does that leave demerit points?

Unless your ego is huge or you were born like Bill Gates, don't compare yourself to Elon Musk - you'll feel lazy.

Despite Kodak inventing the digital camera, it filed for bankruptcy protection in 2012. Why?

What happens when you sit with a bona fide conspiracy theorist at a financial advice event?

You know the feeling, when you are on the brink of something new? Yeah me too.

What did you learn? Everything...

What happens to your brain after eight weeks of mindfulness?

Is starting a small business good for you?

How do we decide what success means to us and how can we achieve it?

How do you get smarter, quicker?

Ok before you shake your head in despair, I have a confession to make.

Bookkeeping and accounting professionals have technology to thank.

Our students that do our courses range from 17 years old to 70 years old. Can it work?

Loving yourself is the new black.

This is the first time a deal has been made between an Australian bank and Bitcoin putting Westpac at the forefront of cryptocurrency investment in Australia...

If there was ever a question about precisely how valuable this accounting software company was, the share market debut confirmed it.

Investing in cash is simple right? Well in the most part yes.

With numerous software packages out in the accounting and bookkeeping arenas, choosing the best one for your business needs can be confusing.

DON’T want to study a 'paid' course? are there other options.

When talking about life insurance it's certainly not one-size fits all. Whoever said, ‘the more things change, the more they stay the same’, was dead wrong when it comes to life insurance.

Accountants specialise in providing tax advice and managing their client's tax obligations with the ATO.

Did you know millionaires in Australia are eligible for part Age Pensions?

Forget the winter football fever, the big challenge facing financial advisers is how to legally help their clients reduce their tax bill before the financial year.

Whoever said studying accounting and bookkeeping wouldn't give you "real life" experience?

What else should you know?

When trying to motivate staff, many managers think “reward” and automatically jump to “money” alone. But though money can rent loyalty, it can’t buy it.

Can you believe there was talk about Apple moving into bankruptcy prior to the introduction of the iPod in 2001?

Things are moving quickly in the education space, and Monarch not surprisingly has chosen to be a forerunner.

As a specialist financial services training provider, we often get asked about programs sponsored by companies working within the financial planing industry.

When entering a new industry like financial planning, it is important to ask as many questions and to gain as much valuable wisdom from successful professionals.

Social media programs are being launched by large financial planning dealer groups to help improve the engagement of financial planners with their clients and the community.

Being RG146 accredited in superannuation (either being able to provide personal and/or general advice) is a pre-requisite to working in most job roles in superannuation.

Investing with a conscience has moved to centre stage since the Global Financial Crisis (GFC)

Apparently there has been a significant increase in financial planners over the last 3 months who have chosen to list their practice for sale with specialist brokers.

Did you know that not everyone's superannuation money is sitting in their account ready to be taken at retirement?

The inevitable consolidation between accounting practices and financial planning practices is not a new concept.

The 'modern' financial planning industry now only allows commission to be paid to financial advisers on the sale of life insurance products.

Monarch recently launched a new online assessment tool for students.

The only certainty in life - death and taxes won't change anytime soon.

Most natural disasters – which you can confidently categorise the Storm financial debacle fitting snuggly into, run a routine path.