Diploma of Leadership and Management

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Course Overview

  • Qualification Code: BSB50420  
  • CRICOS Code: 112229C  
  • Duration: 58 weeks (50 weeks face-face study, 8 weeks holiday) 
  • Delivery mode: Face-to-face classes for 20 hours per week 
  • Location:  581 Plenty Road, Preston, VIC 3072
  • Student Cohort: International students 
  • Fees: Contact us for latest pricing

This qualification would apply to individuals who are currently managing staff or are working towards a career in management with various business services job titles including team leader, general office managers and frontline office managers. Individuals in these roles manage budgets, financial plans and risk, to develop and use emotional intelligence, plan market research and more in preparation for a career in a managerial or supervisory role. They may possess substantial experience in a range of settings but seek to further develop their skills across a wide range of business functions.


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Assessment methods

 Assessment is undertaken in a variety of ways, happening in the classroom under supervision of a qualified trainer and assessor or can be undertaken outside the classroom (as a home study) due to the need of research or in-depth analysis. In this qualification, assessment methods used include written test, skill test, presentation, case study, report etc. Also using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards. 

Delivery mode

This course is delivered via face-to-face training and assessment and independent study. Face to face training takes place at the College of Skills & Knowledge training facility at 581 Plenty Road, Preston VIC 3072. Students undertake additional independent study outside of class time at location/s of their choice 

Weekday and weekend classes

CSK offers weekend classes tailored for students employed on weekdays, providing added flexibility to accommodate your schedule.


At A Glance

DURATION

62 Weeks

Delivery mode

 Face-to-face and guided online learning

LOCATION

Melbourne

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Careers

The following employment pathways are available to students who finish this course.

  • Business Development Manager
  • Business Services Manager
  • Compliance Officer
  • Human Resources Manager
  • Organisational Development Advisor

Pathways to Future Studies

On completion of BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management, students may undertake qualifications at Advanced Diploma or above in business training package 

Licensing, Regulatory Information 

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication. 

Unit of study

Participants need to complete twelve (12) units of competency. This includes 6 CORE units and 6 ELECTIVE units  

Unit Code

Unit of Competency

CORE/ ELECTIVE

BSBCMM511

Communicate with influence

CORE

BSBCRT511

Develop critical thinking in others

CORE

BSBLDR523

Lead and manage effective workplace relationships

CORE

BSBOPS502

Manage business operational plans

CORE

BSBPEF502

Develop and use emotional intelligence

CORE

BSBTWK502

Manage team effectiveness

CORE

BSBLDR522

Manage people performance

ELECTIVE

BSBSUS511

Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability

ELECTIVE

BSBPEF501

Manage personal and professional development

ELECTIVE

BSBFIN501

Manage budgets and financial plans

ELECTIVE

BSBSTR502

Facilitate continuous improvement

ELECTIVE

BSBWHS521

Ensure a safe workplace for a work area

ELECTIVE


Entry Requirements

Age Requirements 

Students must be over 18 years of age at the time of course commencement.


Academic Requirements

To gain entry to this course, students must have successfully completed Year 12 or secondary studies in applicant’s home country equivalent to an Australian Year 11* or 12 qualifications


English Proficiency 

 A minimum IELTS band score of 6.0 (Academic or General) or an equivalent score, following Department of Education and Department of Home Affairs (DHA) regulations, is necessary (Refer to the Application, Enrolment, and Orientation policy for more details). Online IELTS is not accepted; refer to https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-ourrequirements/english-language for additional information. 

  • Competency in written and spoken English is mandatory, and students will undergo a Language, Literacy, and Numeracy test before starting the training (Refer to LLN policy for further details). 


Additional Requirements

  • Internet access with a computer featuring up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Reader, and Adobe Flash Player, is essential. 
  • Basic digital literacy, involving the ability to communicate and access information through digital technologies like internet platforms, social media, search engines, emails, and basic use of MS Office products, is expected. (*Subject to the country Assessment Level) and course 

 

Course Credit/ RPL

All students are provided with the opportunity to have their prior learning and experience assessed against current standards and gain recognition for this. (Recognition of Prior Learning - RPL) Students who have successfully completed whole units of competency included in this course can apply for Credit. The Credit and RPL application processes are provided to students in pre-enrolment information in accordance with the RPL process and Provide Credit for Prior Studies process.


Student support

 Student needs are declared by the applicant at the time of enrolment. The application form allows the applicant to self-declare where they have learning disabilities. Furthermore, in order to provide students with the most tailored support possible, every student is interviewed face-to-face or over the telephone in attempt to establish the applicant skill and knowledge levels, their current employment and how that relates to the course content and interaction

 

Careers

The following employment pathways are available to students who finish this course.

  • Business Development Manager
  • Business Services Manager
  • Compliance Officer
  • Human Resources Manager
  • Organizational Development Advisor

Pathways to Future Studies

On completion of BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management, students may undertake qualifications at Advanced Diploma or above in business training package 

Licensing, Regulatory Information 

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication. 

Unit of study

Participants need to complete twelve (12) units of competency. This includes 6 CORE units and 6 ELECTIVE units  

Unit Code

Unit of Competency

CORE/ ELECTIVE

BSBCMM511

Communicate with influence

CORE

BSBCRT511

Develop critical thinking in others

CORE

BSBLDR523

Lead and manage effective workplace relationships

CORE

BSBOPS502

Manage business operational plans

CORE

BSBPEF502

Develop and use emotional intelligence

CORE

BSBTWK502

Manage team effectiveness

CORE

BSBLDR522

Manage people performance

ELECTIVE

BSBSUS511

Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability

ELECTIVE

BSBPEF501

Manage personal and professional development

ELECTIVE

BSBFIN501

Manage budgets and financial plans

ELECTIVE

BSBSTR502

Facilitate continuous improvement

ELECTIVE

BSBWHS521

Ensure a safe workplace for a work area

ELECTIVE


Entry Requirements

 Age Requirements Students must be over 18 years of age at the time of course commencement.

Academic Requirements

To gain entry to this course, students must have successfully completed year 12 or secondary studies in applicant’s home country equivalent to an Australian Year 11* or 12 qualifications

English Proficiency 

1. Applicants must be at least 18 years old when applying for admission to the college. 

2. Successful completion of studies in the applicant's home country equivalent to an Australian Year 11/12 qualification is required. 

3. A minimum IELTS band score of 5.5 (Academic or General) or an equivalent score, following Department of Education and Department of Home Affairs (DHA) regulations, is necessary (Refer to the Application, Enrolment, and Orientation policy for more details). Online IELTS is not accepted; refer to https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-ourrequirements/english-language for additional information. 

4. Students must possess the physical capability to handle the demands of training and assessment, including working at heights, heavy lifting, manual labor, and operation of tools (both manual and power tools). 

5. Competency in written and spoken English is mandatory, and students will undergo a Language, Literacy, and Numeracy test before starting the training (Refer to LLN policy for further details). 

6. The Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Policy applies to this course, requiring a device with camera and speaker functions. Refer to BYOD Policy for details. 

7. Internet access with a computer featuring up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Reader, and Adobe Flash Player, is essential. 

8. Basic digital literacy, involving the ability to communicate and access information through digital technologies like internet platforms, social media, search engines, emails, and basic use of MS Office products, is expected. (*Subject to the country Assessment Level) and course 

 

Course Credit/ RPL

All students are provided with the opportunity to have their prior learning and experience assessed against current standards and gain recognition for this. (Recognition of Prior Learning - RPL) Students who have successfully completed whole units of competency included in this course can apply for Credit. The Credit and RPL application processes are provided to students in pre-enrolment information in accordance with the RPL process and Provide Credit for Prior Studies process.


Student support

  Student needs are declared by the applicant at the time of enrolment. The application form allows the applicant to self-declare where they have learning disabilities. Furthermore, in order to provide students with the most tailored support possible, every student is interviewed face-to-face or over the telephone in attempt to establish the applicant skill and knowledge levels, their current employment and how that relates to the course content and interaction

 


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Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management


This qualification will help to develop your skills to display initiative and judgement in planning, organising, implementing and monitoring their own workload and the workload of others. 

 

Diploma of Leadership and Management


This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply knowledge, practical skills and experience in leadership and management across a range of enterprise and industry contexts. 

 

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