BSB50420 – Diploma of Leadership and Management
Course Overview
The BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management is designed for individuals who are ready to lead teams and drive success within diverse workplace environments. This qualification equips students with the skills and confidence to manage operations, support team performance, and make strategic decisions across a variety of industries.
Students will learn to plan, organise, implement, and monitor their own workload and that of others. The course focuses on developing communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills that allow graduates to lead effectively and adapt to changing business needs.
Career pathways may include:
- Team Leader
- Office Manager
- Operations Supervisor
- Business Development Coordinator
- Project Administrator
- Department Manager
Graduates will be capable of applying leadership and management expertise across a range of enterprise and industry contexts.
Course Structure
To successfully achieve the BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management, students must complete a total of 12 units of competency, comprising:
- 6 core units
- 6 elective units
All elective units are selected to ensure relevance to current industry needs, practical application, and alignment with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). This ensures the qualification supports genuine employment outcomes and career progression opportunities.
Unit of Competency
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Core / Elective |
|---|---|---|
| BSBCRT511 | Develop critical thinking in others | Core |
| BSBCMM511 | Communicate with influence | Core |
| BSBOPS502 | Manage business operational plans | Core |
| BSBLDR523 | Lead and manage effective workplace relationships | Core |
| BSBPEF502 | Develop and use emotional intelligence | Core |
| BSBTWK502 | Manage team effectiveness | Core |
| BSBTWK501 | Lead diversity and inclusion | Elective |
| BSBSTR502 | Facilitate continuous improvement | Elective |
| BSBOPS504 | Manage business risk | Elective |
| BSBTWK503 | Manage meetings | Elective |
| BSBSUS411 | Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | Elective |
| BSBSUS511 | Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability | Elective |
Delivery Mode
This program is delivered through a combination of:
- Face-to-face classroom-based learning
- Online and self-study activities
Course Duration
This qualification is delivered over a total of 52 weeks, which includes:
- 40 weeks of training and assessment
- 12 weeks of scheduled breaks and holidays
Entry Requirements
While there are no formal entry requirements specified in the national training package for this qualification, AEI Australia requires applicants to meet the following criteria to ensure readiness and success:
- Be at least 18 years of age at the time of course commencement
- Have successfully completed Year 12 or equivalent, or hold another relevant qualification
- Participate in a course entry interview to assess suitability and individual learning needs
- Demonstrate English language proficiency through one of the following:
✅ An IELTS score of 6.0 (no older than 2 years), or equivalent (e.g., PTE, TOEFL)
✅ Completion of at least 5 years of education in an English-speaking country
✅ Completion of a Certificate IV or higher-level course for at least 6 months in an Australian RTO
✅ Successful completion of AEI Australia’s English Placement Test
Applicants must provide documentary evidence to support their English language proficiency.