The Business sector in the Frankston and Mornington Peninsula region is vibrant and critically important—home to approximately 71,000 businesses across both councils, generating nearly $30 billion in annual economic output and supporting over 100,000 local jobs

Whether you’re drawn to entrepreneurship, administration, marketing, finance, hospitality, retail, or digital services, the region offers an exceptional range of career pathways.

With a strong percentage of small-to-medium enterprises (most with fewer than five employees), and growing mid-sized firms and corporate entities, young people can get hands-on experience early while advancing into leadership, strategy, or specialist roles. Frankston and the Peninsula also foster a supportive ecosystem—featuring business incubators, innovation hubs, mentoring, and council-backed grants—to help new ventures thrive.

From managing community-focused startups to supporting vibrant hospitality precincts and professional services, the local business landscape offers real opportunity to shape your career and make your mark right at home.

Why This Industry Is Great for Students

Flexible Entry Points

Students can begin through:

• School-based traineeships

• Retail or customer service jobs

• Administration support roles

• Work experience placements

• Casual employment while studying

Business Skills Work Everywhere

One of the strongest benefits of studying business is that the skills are transferable to almost any career.

Students develop:
✔ Communication
✔ Leadership
✔ Teamwork
✔ Financial literacy
✔ Problem solving
✔ Digital skills
✔ Organisation & planning

Multiple Study Pathways

Students can move into:

• Vocational Education & Training (VET)

• Business traineeships

• TAFE qualifications

• University pathways in Business, Marketing, Human Resources, Commerce or Entrepreneurship