Insolvency: Small Business Restructuring

Navigate small business restructuring with confidence

Financial distress doesn’t have to mean the end of the road. In Australia, 98% of businesses are small businesses, contributing nearly $600 billion to the economy and employing 42% of the private workforce. Historically, insolvency meant two costly options: liquidation or voluntary administration. The Small Business Restructuring (SBR) framework, introduced in 2021, changed that offering a simplified, cost-effective way for businesses to regain control and recover.

This course is designed for insolvency practitioners, bankruptcy trustees, and advisors who want practical skills to guide small businesses through restructuring. Whether you’re starting out or refreshing your expertise, you’ll learn:

  • The fundamentals of SBR: Why it matters, how it works, and its role in business recovery
  • Eligibility and initiation: Criteria, liabilities, and steps to start the process
  • Roles and responsibilities: From directors to restructuring practitioners, and how ASIC and ATO influence outcomes
  • Creating and implementing a Restructuring Plan: Navigate proposal, acceptance, and plan phases with confidence

With 2.5 million small businesses in Australia, demand for skilled advisors is rising. This course equips you to meet that demand, helping businesses avoid liquidation and preserve jobs.

Insolvency: Small Business Restructuring | Bond University Microcredential

Meet your course instructor

Ginette Muller

Ginette Muller brings over 25 years of experience in corporate advisory and restructuring, guiding directors through complex governance and compliance challenges. As Founder and Director of GM Advisory, Ginette specialises in Safe Harbour protection, Small Business Restructuring, and regulatory compliance—helping businesses take proactive steps to avoid insolvency.
Ginette holds a Juris Doctor from the University of Southern Queensland, a Bachelor of Business (Accounting) from Queensland University of Technology, and a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from the College of Law. She is a Member of the Institute of Public Accountants and is a former Chartered Accountant and ASIC Registered Liquidator.
Beyond her advisory work, Ginette serves as Special Advisor to the Association of Independent Insolvency Practitioners (AIIP) and sits on the Advisory Board for Bond University’s Centre for Commercial Law and Governance, where she contributes thought leadership to corporate law and governance education.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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  • Designed for flexible learning around a busy schedule, this course is delivered 100% online via 4 self-paced modules with videos and interactive activities. Estimated learning time: 8–10 hours.

    Modules include:

    • The fundamentals of SBR
    • Eligibility and initiation
    • Roles and responsibilities
    • Creating and implementing a Restructuring Plan

  • Who should complete this course?

    • Graduates or early-career practitioners seeking a career in insolvency
    • Current insolvency professionals looking to advance their expertise
    • Experienced practitioners wanting to refresh their knowledge

    Assumed knowledge:

    Some familiarity with Australian insolvency law and practice is recommended.

  • Quizzes designed to test your understanding of key concepts and processes.

  • Upon completion, you’ll receive a Certificate of Achievement from Bond University.

Designed for flexible learning around a busy schedule, this course is delivered 100% online via 4 self-paced modules with videos and interactive activities. Estimated learning time: 8–10 hours.

Modules include:

  • The fundamentals of SBR
  • Eligibility and initiation
  • Roles and responsibilities
  • Creating and implementing a Restructuring Plan