National Code: BSB50420
Nationally Recognised Training: Yes
Government funding: Yes Smart and Skilled
Leadership and Management make business happen, with the skills, passion and emotional intelligence of effective leaders, you can take your career to the next level. With the ability to choose from a range of leadership and management electives, including planning, human resources, innovation and marketing this diploma is flexible to meet the needs of modern senior managers and leaders.
Course Description
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.
Individuals at this level display initiative and judgement in planning, organising, implementing and monitoring their own workload and the workload of others. They use communication skills to support individuals and teams to meet organisational or enterprise requirements.
They plan, design, apply and evaluate solutions to unpredictable problems, and identify, analyse and synthesise information from a variety of sources.
What kind of careers and work could I do?
This qualification suits people who want to work in a variety of leadership roles, including as a manager, executive, director and CEO. It is suitable for careers where you need sound theoretical knowledge and practical skills base and the ability to lead a team or an organisation. The range of potential careers is extensive with the Diploma of Leadership and Management including:
- Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
- General Manager
- Area/Team Manager
- Senior Public Officer
- Educational Leader
- State / Regional Manager
What are the entry requirements?
There are no entry requirements for this qualification although you will need to have well-developed language, literacy and numeracy skills. This qualification is best suited to people who have already gained a Certificate IV in a business-related field, or who have extensive work-place experience but no formal qualification.
Where can I study, what locations are available?
Flexible/Online – for those working and/or with caring responsibilities
Kiama | Term 3 | JULY 2023 | Part-time Evening | Virtual Classroom via Microsoft Teams
Day: Thursday evening
Mode: Virtual Classroom via Microsoft Teams
Training: Part time evening over 12 months
Time: 7pm to 9pm
First Training Session: 20 July 2023
Holidays: as per NSW gazetted School and Public holidays
Last Training Session: 27 June 2024
Availability: CLOSED……….2024 February Intake will be Open late November
Duration: 12-months
How is the course delivered?
This course is run as a virtual classroom via Microsoft Teams with a trainer and other students. You will have 12 months to complete the course but may be able to complete it sooner than that.
What units I am required to complete?
You need to complete 12 units for this BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management. There are 6 core units:
- BSBCMM511 Communicate with influence
- BSBCRT511 Develop critical thinking in others
- BSBLDR523 Lead and manage effective workplace relationships
- BSBOPS502 Manage business operational plans
- BSBPEF502 Develop and use emotional intelligence
- BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness
Packaging rules apply to the selection of 6 electives. Common electives include:
- BSBHRM531 Coordinate health and wellness programs
- BSBLDR521 Lead and development of diverse workforces
- BSBLDR522 Manage people performance
- BSBOPS504 Manage business risk
- BSBSTR502 Facilitate continuous improvement
- BSBWHS521 Ensure a safe workplace for a work area
How much is the course? For NSW Residents Only
$ 0 * Exemption
$ none available at diploma level ^ Concession
$2,530 First qualification
$3,500 Second or further qualification
$8,000 Fee for service (non-subsidised)
Exemptions and Concessions
* Exemption: if you have a disability, chronic health, medical or psychological condition you may be eligible for an exemption, which means that the NSW Government will cover the full cost of the course. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders are entitled to an exemption from the course fee.
^ Concession: if you receive a Centrelink/Commonwealth means-tested payment you may be eligible for a concession. Concessions are not available at Diploma level qualifications under Smart and Skilled
At NTM you can choose the way you would like to study, including in a classroom, flexibly or one-to-one. All learning materials are included in the price.
Payment plans are available at no extra cost. You can pay via credit card or direct deposit. We do not accept cash or cheques.
How interactive and practical is the course?
At NTM this course is practical, interactive and with sufficient time to complete all your assessments. The course contains interesting readings and practical assessment tasks which you can complete at home or in your workplace. Assessment activities may include short written assessments, projects and case studies.
Pathways to further study and university
After successfully completing BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management you have several pathway options including (NTM does not offer these qualifications):
- BSB60215 Advanced Diploma of Business
- BSB61015 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management
- Direct entry into university with credit from a range of universities, for example, Bachelor of Business Studies at Charles Sturt University (CSU)
Licensing and regulatory information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
I would like to discuss the course before I enrol
Please call our learning consultants on 1300 653 501 to discuss the course. At NTM we are committed to enhancing your learning potential by providing a range of services. If you would like to speak to a qualified Career Development Practitioner before enrolling or to discuss Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) about your previous qualifications or workplace experience just contact our office.
To support your learning journey we have a range of support services available including: Career Development, Counselling, Disability and Adult Basic Education services. As an NTM student, these support services are available at no extra cost.
Unique Student Identifier (USI)
From 1 January 2015, anyone enrolling into a Registered Training Organisation or TAFE college needs a Unique Student Identifier (USI). If you do not have a USI or have lost it, it is quick and free to get one at www.usi.gov.au. A USI gives you access to an online account and will contain all your nationally recognised training and results from 1 January 2015 onward.
Enrolling is easy
Step 1: Please complete the following enrolment form:
Step 2: Email your completed enrolment form to: [email protected]
Please phone 1300 653 501 for any further assistance.