BSB50420
Diploma of Leadership and Management
Build advanced leadership, operational and change management capability to lead teams and services with confidence in complex environments.
The BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management is designed for leaders and managers who are ready to strengthen their strategic, operational and people management capability.
This program develops the advanced communication, critical thinking, planning and change management skills required to lead teams, manage services, and support organisational performance in complex, fast moving environments.
Course content, case studies and workplace projects are contextualised to the workplace, giving learners practical, sector relevant scenarios they can apply directly in their day to day roles. The program supports participants to translate contemporary leadership and management principles into practical approaches that respond to the day to day challenges in the workplace.
Participants build confidence in leading people, managing operational plans and budgets, driving continuous improvement, and leading change while supporting the wellbeing of their teams.
Who This Course Is For
- Sector managers, coordinators and supervisors leading teams, departments or functional areas.
- Experienced staff progressing toward senior leadership or management roles.
- Individuals wanting to strengthen strategic and operational capability, including planning, budgets and risk.
- Team leaders seeking advanced communication, emotional intelligence and change management skills
Course Snapshot
Qualification
Diploma of Leadership and Management
Duration
12-24 Months
Funding
State funding available in NSW
This qualification comprises 12 units of competency, including 6 core units and 6 elective units, selected to align with workplace requirements and industry standards for individuals who apply knowledge, practical skills and experience in leadership and management across a range of enterprise and industry contexts.
Core Units
Elective Units
Entry Requirements
- Computer or laptop with reliable internet access
- Intermediate digital literacy skills, including confidence using online platforms
- Unique Student Identifier (USI)
- Language, literacy and numeracy skills suitable for this level of qualification
- Current or recent experience in a leadership, supervisor or management role is recommended
Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer
You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Credit Transfer (CT) if you have supporting evidence of any prior education and work experience. These options can reduce your study load or shorten the duration of your course. For more information, please refer to the RPL and Credit Transfer Policy on our Support page.
Course Commencement
This course offers flexible start dates with rolling enrolments throughout the year.
Course Duration
Typically, 12-24 months, delivered flexibly via our blended learning model.
Course Delivery and Assessment
Delivered over 12 months through SWC Training’s learning management system, Cloud Assess, this program combines
structured virtual classrooms with practical, workplace based application.
- Delivered via Cloud Assess, SWC’s online learning platform, with all resources, activities and assessments accessible anytime, anywhere.
- Two virtual classroom sessions per month (3 hours per session), delivered in blocks aligned to each unit of competency.
- Weekly learner drop in sessions for additional support, questions and guidance from a trainer.
- Structured self directed study is required in addition to virtual classroom hours.
- Knowledge assessments are completed online via Cloud Assess.
- Practical assessments include role plays conducted in virtual classroom breakout sessions
Practical activities can be undertaken in one of two ways: contextualised to the learner’s own workplace, allowing direct
application of skills on the job; or centred around SWC Health Services, a simulated virtual business with extensive resources,
documents and tools that give learners a realistic environment in which to practice and demonstrate their skills.
All assessment tools meet training package and compliance requirements.
Course Outcome
Upon successful completion, participants will be awarded the BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management qualification.
Smart and Skilled Funding (NSW)
Eligible learners and employers in New South Wales may be able to access government subsidised training through the NSW Smart and Skilled program. Funding is subject to eligibility and availability. For full details, please visit our Funding page.
Fee for Service
If government funding is not available or eligibility criteria are not met, this course can be undertaken on a fee for service basis. Please refer to our price list for current course fees and up to date pricing.
Payment plans are available, please enquire for details.
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