ABM Further Education

What ABM Further Education does

ABM Further Education is a privately held Australian vocational education provider headquartered at 242 Castlereagh Street in central Sydney, operating under RTO 45578 and CRICOS 03826M. The institution delivers nationally recognized Certificate III through Graduate Diploma qualifications across seven discipline areas: Cookery, Hospitality, Fitness and Sport, Business, Project and Program Management, Human Resources, and Health and Wellness. Its course catalog comprises roughly 22 full programs supplemented by short courses (Barista, Wine, Sourdough, French Pastries, Mixology, Dessert Plating, Vegan/Vegetarian, Chocolate) and customized study tour packages for international partner institutions. Course delivery relies on a standard Moodle LMS (moodle.abm.edu.au) for online access and student portals, with on-campus practical training supported by a commercial kitchen at The Quay Haymarket, a hospitality lab, and a fitness gym at the Sydney CBD headquarters. Health Services Assistance students complete 80 hours of supervised work placement in hospitals and aged care facilities, while cookery students complete 600 hours of industry placement.

The institution operates a sales-led go-to-market motion targeting international students, who form the primary customer segment and are recruited through a global network of education agents managed via a dedicated JotForm agent portal, as well as direct website enrollment. Eight ELICOS pathway partnerships (Navitas English, ILSC, Greenwich College, English Unlimited, ECA-ELSIS, La Lingua, UEC, ELC) provide English-language preparation feed-in for international enrolments. Domestic Australian students form a secondary segment. Revenue is generated primarily through tuition fees for vocational courses, supplemented by fees from custom short courses (e.g., NSW Food Safety Supervisor at $180, RSA-NSW at $210), and transaction surcharges from a Direct Debit instalment payment plan (3% monthly, 5% fortnightly). The student body in May 2025 was drawn from over 25 countries, with the largest cohorts from South Korea (21.1%), Indonesia (15.0%), and Colombia (14.4%). Recent milestones include a new flagship campus opening in February 2025, a first on-campus graduation ceremony celebrating 20 graduates, and recognition as a finalist in the 2026 Australian VET Conference Awards.

Name

ABM Further Education

Legal name

ABM Further Education

Website

https://abm.edu.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ABM Further Education is a private CRICOS-registered vocational college in Sydney delivering nationally recognized Certificate III through Graduate Diploma courses in Cookery, Hospitality, Fitness, Business, Project Management, HR, and Health to international and domestic students recruited via a global education agent network and ELICOS pathway partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Education and Training

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (61151), Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519), Business and Secretarial Schools (61141)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Nutrition, Special Diets & Wellness Cooking (EDAOAKAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Operations, Supply Chain & Logistics Management Schools (EDAHAHAF), Health, Wellness & Self-Care Skills (Sleep, Nutrition, Habits) (EDAMAIAJ)

Keywords

• Vocational education training
• Nationally recognized courses
• International student tuition
• Cookery hospitality training
• Health services assistance

Headquarters

HQ city

Sydney

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. International Student Tuition Fees: Primary revenue stream from tuition fees charged to international students enrolling in nationally recognized vocational courses including Cookery, Hospitality, Fitness, Business, HR, Project Management, and Health programs.
2. Custom Short Course Fees: Revenue from short-term custom programs including Barista, Wine, Sourdough/Focaccia, Classic French Pastries, Dessert Plating, Mixology, Vegan/Vegetarian, and Chocolate classes delivered in private group formats.
3. Specialized Short Course Fees: Revenue from one-day courses such as NSW Food Safety Supervisor Certificate ($180) and Responsible Service of Alcohol - NSW ($210).
4. Direct Debit Payment Surcharges: Surcharge revenue from installment payment processing: 3% per payment for monthly, 5% per payment for fortnightly installments, plus setup and late payment fees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

ABM Further Education is a private Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO 45578, CRICOS 03826M) that sells nationally recognized vocational qualifications from Certificate III to Graduate Diploma across Cookery, Hospitality, Fitness, Business, Human Resources, Project Management, and Health Services Assistance. Offerings are complemented by short courses (Barista, RSA, Food Safety Supervisor, French Pastries, Wine, Sourdough, Dessert Plating, Mixology, Vegan, Chocolate) and study tour packages. Delivery combines on-campus practical training at the Sydney CBD campus (242 Castlereagh Street) and ABM Kitchen at The Quay, Haymarket with online learning via Moodle.

Product overview

ABM Further Education is a vocational education provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of nationally recognised courses across seven discipline areas: Hospitality and Cookery, Fitness and Sport, Business, Project Management, Human Resources, and Health and Wellness. The offering consists of 22 full courses spanning Certificate III through Graduate Diploma levels, plus a range of custom short courses and study tour programs. The core education programs are complemented by specialized short courses (including Barista, French Pastries, Wine, Sourdough, Dessert Plating, Mixology, and more) delivered as private group programs, and international study tour packages combining classroom learning with industry practice in Sydney. Students access learning through the institution's Learning Management System (Moodle), with support services including multilingual student assistance, work placement coordination, and flexible payment options including direct debit instalment plans.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance A 16-week nursing support career pathway course with 80 hours of supervised work placement in real healthcare settings, designed for international or new-entrant students who wish to become skilled support workers in hospitals and aged care facilities.
• BSB40420 Certificate IV in Human Resource Management A 52-week human resource qualification developing skills for HR roles applying a broad range of competencies, suitable for positions such as Human Resources Officer, Human Resources Assistant, Recruitment Officer, and Learning and Development Officer.
• BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resource Management A 52-week diploma developing HR specialist skills with broad competencies, preparing graduates for roles such as Human Resources Adviser, Human Resources Coordinator, Industrial Relations Adviser, and Recruitment Consultant.
• BSB60320 Advanced Diploma of Human Resource Management A 78-week advanced diploma for senior HR specialists or generalists applying advanced competencies with strategic decision-making responsibilities, preparing for roles including Human Resources Manager and Learning and Development Manager.
• BSB40920 Certificate IV in Project Management Practice A 52-week certificate developing well-developed project management skills for individuals responsible for project activities and outcomes across various industry or community contexts.
• BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management A 52-week diploma covering project management skills and knowledge across multiple industry sectors, preparing graduates for Project Manager and Project Team Leader positions.
• BSB60720 Advanced Diploma of Program Management A 78-week advanced diploma developing project management skills across various contexts and industry sectors, preparing graduates for Program Manager and Senior Project Manager roles.
• BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business A 52-week certificate providing foundation business skills and knowledge for individuals seeking to develop business competencies across various enterprise contexts.
• BSB50120 Diploma of Business A 52-week diploma providing comprehensive business management and leadership skills, preparing graduates for roles requiring specialised knowledge and initiative in leadership and management.
• BSB60120 Advanced Diploma of Business A 78-week advanced diploma improving leadership capabilities and developing key problem-solving procedures for individuals seeking to excel in complex business environments.
• BSB80120 Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning) A 104-week postgraduate diploma applying highly specialised management knowledge and skills to lead and influence change in complex and dynamic management environments.
• SIS30321 Certificate III in Fitness A 52-week fitness qualification providing foundation fitness and personal training skills for careers in Australia's growing fitness industry, available online.
• SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness A 52-week advanced fitness training and instruction qualification preparing graduates for roles as personal trainers and fitness instructors with comprehensive client assessment and program design skills, available online.
• SIS50321 Diploma of Sport A 52-week comprehensive sports coaching and development program preparing graduates for coaching roles in the sports industry.
• SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management A 78-week cookery qualification providing professional kitchen management skills and culinary techniques for advanced cookery careers.
• SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management A 78–104 week hospitality management qualification providing comprehensive skills for management roles in the hospitality industry.
• SIT60322 Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management A 104-week advanced hospitality management qualification developing leadership skills for senior positions in the hospitality sector.
• NSW Food Safety Supervisor Certificate A 1-day food safety and hygiene management certification course required for food handlers in NSW hospitality establishments. A$180 per participant.
• Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) - NSW A 1-day course covering the principles of Responsible Service of Alcohol required for hospitality workers in NSW. A$210 per participant.
• Barista Course A one-day hands-on coffee-making class teaching espresso extraction, milk frothing techniques, and latte art for coffee enthusiasts.
• Classic French Pastries Course A one-day masterclass teaching the creation of iconic French pastries including Mille Feuille and Croque en Bouche (croquembouche).
• Wine Course A one-day wine appreciation class covering wine tasting techniques, food pairing, and understanding different wine varietals.
• Sourdough and Focaccia Course A 5.5-hour masterclass taught by a medal-winning sourdough expert covering artisan breadmaking techniques.
• Fine Dining Dessert Plating Course A 3.5-hour course mastering the art of fine dining dessert plating techniques including lemongrass cream on pistachio sponge and raspberry sorbet.
• Cocktail-Making and Mixology Course A 4-hour cocktail-making experience teaching professional shake, stir, and mix techniques for crafting cocktails.
• Study Tour Programs Short-term programs combining classroom knowledge with real industry practice for international students and education partners, including Hospitality, Fitness, and Health study tours.

Quantifiable outcome

• Nationally recognized qualifications that open career opportunities in hospitals, aged care facilities, fitness industry, hospitality sector, and corporate environments.
• +3 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature2 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ELC (English Language Company)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerELICOS pathway partner offering English for Academic Purposes (EAP) exit score of EAP 2 and General English - Advanced (CEFR C1) for students needing English language preparation before ABM vocational courses.
• ECA - ELSIScoreGTM or Marketing PartnerELICOS pathway partner providing English for Academic Purposes 1 - Grade A and General English - Upper Intermediate for ABM student pathway.
• English UnlimitedcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerELICOS partner offering General English (Upper-Intermediate), Cambridge English (B2 First Certificate), and English for Academic Purposes (Grade B) as pathways to ABM courses.
• Greenwich CollegecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerELICOS pathway partner with English for Vocational Studies (EVS), English for Academic Purposes (EAP), IELTS Preparation, and Cambridge B2 First Certificate programs for ABM course preparation.
• ILSC (International Language Schools of Canada)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerELICOS pathway partner offering General English Program, English for Academic Purposes Program, IELTS Mastery Program, and Cambridge Mastery Program with various exit levels for ABM pathway.
• La LinguacoreGTM or Marketing PartnerELICOS partner providing General English Conversation Centred (Upper Intermediate Level 1), General English Four Skills (Upper Intermediate Level 1), and English for Academic Purposes (Upper Intermediate Level 1).
• Navitas EnglishcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerELICOS pathway partner with Academic English 3, IELTS Preparation, B2 First, and Advanced General English programs as pathways to ABM courses.
• UEC (United English College)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerELICOS partner offering General English, IELTS Preparation, Cambridge Exam Preparation, and Academic English Program (AEP) 2 and 3 for ABM course pathways.
• Private Hospitals, Medical Centres, Aged Care CentrescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKey industry partners providing 80 hours of supervised work placement for Certificate III in Health Services Assistance students in real healthcare environments including hospitals and aged care facilities.
• Korean Education PartnersminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEducation partners in Korea for the Diploma of Hospitality program that can be delivered with online theory and practical training in either Australia or Korea.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Holmesglen Institute: Melbourne-based VET provider offering hospitality, cookery, fitness, business, and health programs with strong industry placement and international student intake. Closest Australian VET comparable to ABM in terms of discipline mix and international student focus.
• Acknowledge Education: Australian VET provider with a similar international-student-led business model across business, hospitality, and pathway programs. Comparable in scale and target market to ABM Further Education.
• Stanley College: Perth-based private RTO delivering cookery, hospitality, business, and English pathway programs primarily to international students via an agent channel. Highly comparable to ABM in scale, audience, and program structure.
• Australian Health and Science Institute (AHSI): Smaller Sydney-based RTO focused on health, aged care, and community services training for international and domestic students. Comparable scale and similar reliance on the international student pipeline, especially in HSA programs.

Broad incumbents

• Navitas: Global education provider with extensive ELICOS-to-vocational pathway programs; one of its entities (Navitas English) is an ABM ELICOS pathway partner. Significant incumbent in international student recruitment and pathways.
• Think Education: Multi-discipline Australian VET and higher education operator with international student programs across hospitality, design, business, and health. Broader portfolio and larger institution than ABM but operates in adjacent competitive space.
• TAFE NSW: Australia's largest public VET provider, operating across NSW with extensive cookery, hospitality, fitness, business, and health programs. Significantly larger scale and brand recognition than ABM, but overlapping programs and markets make it the primary incumbent reference point.

Emerging players

• ILSC Education Group: Global ELICOS provider that is one of ABM's 8 named ELICOS pathway partners. While primarily an English-language school, its pathways and growing Australian presence overlap with ABM's international student acquisition.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

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