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BSB50420

Diploma of Leadership and Management

Study Method Online
Institution Open Colleges
Recognition Nationally Recognised Training
Start Date Enrol anytime
Open Colleges
  • This is a fee-for-service course, government funding is not available. Payment plans are available
  • Only Australian Citizens and Residents can apply for this course. Limited visa holders can be accepted pending a VEVO check. We are not CRICOS registered and cannot accept Subclass 500 visa holders

Course overview

The business and management industry is one of the largest service industries in Australia. In fact, the outlook until 2025 is for over 98,000 new management roles to be added to the industry. This will mean new jobs and career opportunities for qualified managers with the skills to lead teams large and small.

The BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management has been designed to turn you into a professional manager, working to inspire, motivate and get the very best out of employees while at the same time meeting and exceeding business expectations. This course will help you further develop your skills and abilities as a leader and performance manager.

You’ll learn practical, relevant skills that are transferrable across many businesses and industries, including how to lead a team with skill, motivation, confidence, and competence, allowing you to get the best from your employees while meeting business needs. This course will give you the skills to stay abreast of, drive, and adapt to change.

When you complete your first module, you will receive a 12-month affiliate membership with the Institute of Managers and Leaders, which will give you access to a range of benefits, such as access to e-newsletters, blogs, events, and online resources. IML is a key industry membership organisation for managers at a variety of levels.

Who's It For?

This course is perfect for people looking to take the next step in their career and move into management. It is also ideal for those already in management positions looking to upgrade their skills and become better leaders and managers.

Job outcomes

  • Business Development Manager
  • Business Manager
  • Corporate Services Manager
  • Distribution Centre Manager
  • Information Services Manager
  • Legal Practice Manager
  • Office Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Production Manager
  • Public Sector Manager
  • Senior Manager(Public Sector)
  • Transport Manager
  • Warehouse Manager

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What you'll learn

  • Learn to manage business operational plans
  • Learn to use emotional intelligence to understand team members
  • Learn to use emotional intelligence to resolve conflicts and bring out the best in your team
  • Lear to use communication skills to influence the business environment and develop critical thinking in others
  • Learn to lead and manage effective workplace relations and manage team effectiveness
  • Learn to manage meetings and business risks
  • Learn to undertake project work and how to establish innovative work environments
  • Learn to manage people performance, including personal and professional development

Recognitions

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia

Study method

  • Online Online info icon
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended Blended info icon
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class In-class info icon
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual Virtual info icon
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Duration study load

  • Maximum 24 months
  • 17.5 hours of study recommended per week

Entry requirements

There are no mandated education entry requirements for this qualification, per the BSB Business Services Training Package.

There are no mandatory Open Colleges entry requirements.

It is also recommended that students:

  • Are 18 years old (note students under 18 will need permission from a parent or guardian to enrol)
  • Have language, literacy and numeracy skills that ensure the ability to read and comprehend complex information.
  • Have completed a qualification at Certificate IV level or higher, or Achieve an ACSF Level 4
  • Access to a modern computer with high-speed internet.
  • Access to Microsoft office or equivalent
  • Basic computing skills including the ability to make a short video

Physical requirements

You’ll be required to operate office equipment and resources including telephone, photocopier, scanner and printer in a safe environment that includes an ergonomically sound computer workstation.

Equipment and tools

This course includes a requirement to record video and/ or audio roleplays. These will require participation by 1-2 other people sourced by you.

Language, Literacy and Numeracy

Our free online assessment tool can help give you an idea of the language, literacy and numeracy skills needed to study a VET course. This tool can also help you determine your learning level and help you plan your future studies.

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Pathways

  • Associate Degree in Law (Paralegal Studies)
  • Associate Degree in Business
  • Bachelor of Business
  • Bachelor of Business in Tourism and Hospitality Management
  • Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management

Course features

  • Delivered 100% online with online learning platform Open Space
  • Further develop your skills and abilities as a leader and performance manager
  • Learn practical, relevant skills that are transferrable across many businesses and industries
  • Gain the skills to stay abreast of, drive, and adapt to change
  • Receive a 12-month affiliate membership with the Institute of Managers and Leaders

Recognition of prior learning

We understand that you may already have many skills and areas of expertise that you have obtained in different ways and these are recognised through our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process.

Our Credit Transfer & Recognition of Prior Learning Policy, available in our website’s Key Student Information section, provides more information about our RPL process. Alternatively, you can contact an Enrolment Consultant to discuss your RPL options.

Assessment

  • Multiple-choice quiz
  • Project
  • Role plays,
  • Video,
  • Written assessments

Materials

Learning materials are accessed through our online platform, OpenSpace. These learning materials include:

  • Learning content
  • Media
  • Additional resources
  • Practice activities
  • Self-checks

Subjects

Core Units
BSBOPS502Manage business operational plans
BSBCMM511Communicate with influence
BSBPEF502Develop and use emotional intelligence
BSBCRT511Develop critical thinking in others
BSBLDR523Lead and manage effective workplace relationships
BSBTWK502Manage team effectiveness
BSBTWK503Manage meetings
BSBOPS504Manage business risk
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Payment options

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About Open Colleges

Open Colleges puts you at the centre of everything. As an institution, it measures its success in the success of its students. With more than 100 years of experience in distance learning, Open Colleges has the expertise in delivering education and training to individuals seeking to launch, change or accelerate their careers.

Open Colleges Australia focuses on meeting the specific needs of adult learners by delivering highly flexible, accessible and affordable learning opportunities. Its unique learning model provides you with ultimate control – to study anywhere, anytime and at your own pace. Its online campus – OpenSpace – provides you with access to learning resources, expert trainers and assessors, collaboration with other learners and a comprehensive range of support services. Open Colleges is the perfect solution for time-poor students with busy schedules, as it makes getting your qualification possible from wherever you are.

Open Colleges is a Registered Training Organization (RTO 90796)

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