BSB50420 - Diploma of Leadership and Management
Duration | 12mths - 24mths |
Location | Online |
Next intake | October, 2023 |
Study mode | Online |
Total units | 12 |

Overview
Elevate your leadership potential with our transformative BSB50420 - Diploma of Leadership and Management. Develop the skills to inspire, motivate, and guide teams towards success. Master strategic decision-making, effective communication, and change management. Lead with confidence, empower others, and shape the future of organisations. This course is included in the Australian and Queensland Government’s Fee Free TAFE program.
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 may plan, design, apply and evaluate solutions to unpredictable problems, and identify, analyse, and synthesise information from a variety of sources.
This is a nationally recognised accredited course.
QUALITY EDUCATION, WHEREVER YOU ARE
Between our reputation for learning, teaching and research, our renowned online education offering, and our status as Australia’s largest regional university, rest assured you will get a world-class education when you choose CQUniversity.
A UNI THAT KNOWS CREDIBILITY IS KEY
In just 25 years, CQUniversity has achieved some amazing feats and emerged as one of Australia’s truly great universities. We have been ranked among the best in the world for our teaching and learning, and are internationally recognised for our focus on Social Innovation. Our graduates are some of the most sought-after in Australia, due to our reputation for work integrated learning and industry-aligned courses, and experience some of the nation’s best graduate outcomes in terms of full-time employment and starting salary. CQUni is also regarded as the nation’s most inclusive and engaged university, with our award-winning academic and research staff making a real impact on the communities and industries we serve.
A UNI THAT LEADS IN ONLINE EDUCATION
A pioneer in online study, CQUniversity has more than two decades of experience providing high quality online learning experiences across the country and even internationally. We work hard to deliver the latest techniques in online study, and have even planned our physical sites to provide more services to our widespread online study cohort.
A UNI THAT KNOWS CONVENIENCE COUNTS
CQUniversity is truly focused on our students’ needs, and that means responding to what, how and where they want to study. It is why we are now Australia’s largest regional university, with more than 20 metropolitan and regional locations across five states, delivering TAFE and university qualifications in on-campus, online and supported online modes to more than 30 000 students.
A UNI THAT KNOWS YOUR EXPERIENCE MATTERS
CQUniversity’s strong focus on student experience ensures that you are prepared and supported on your student journey. Support services include on-campus or online orientation to assist your transition into university life, course and career advice, financial support options, study support, ongoing assistance through the Student Mentor program, counselling services, support for students with disability or medical conditions, Indigenous student support and more.
Study experience
- Flexible Online Study
- Pathway Options
- Experienced Teaching Team
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities include: Store Manager, Frontline Manager, Information Services Manager, Business Administration Manager, Business Manager.
Structure & Availability
Standard Course Structure
Duration:12mths - 24mths
Core
Unit Code | Unit Name |
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BSBCRT511 | Develop critical thinking in others |
BSBPEF502 | Develop and use Emotional Intelligence |
BSBCMM511 | Communicate with influence |
BSBLDR523 | Lead and manage effective workplace relationships |
BSBTWK502 | Manage team effectiveness |
BSBOPS502 | Manage business operational plans |
Elective Units
Unit Code | Unit Name |
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BSBCMM412 | Lead difficult conversations |
BSBSTR502 | Facilitate continuous improvement |
BSBHRM524 | Coordinate workforce plan implementation |
BSBHRM522 | Manage employee and industrial relations |
BSBOPS501 | Manage business resources |
BSBLDR522 | Manage people performance |
BSBSUS511 | Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability |
BSBTWK503 | Manage meetings |
BSBXCM501 | Lead communication in the workplace |
BSBFIN501 | Manage budgets and financial plans |
BSBOPS504 | Manage business risk |
Unspecified Electives
Unit Code | Unit Name |
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BSBHRM526 | Manage payroll |
BSBHRM525 | Manage recruitment and onboarding |
BSBTEC402 | Design and produce complex spreadsheets |
BSBTEC401 | Design and produce complex text documents |
Explore the course planner for this course. Course planners outline the recommended order of unit enrolment.
This course has no residential schools.
Requirements
Completion of the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher level course.
Fees & Scholarships
2023 Indicative Fees
Fee Type | Fees |
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Fee for service | $8,064 |
Fee for service per unit | $672 |
TAFE Priority Skills Fund/Training Program fee per unit | $256 |
2024 Indicative Fees
Fee Type | Fees |
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Fee for service | $12,600 |
Fee for service per unit | $1,050 |
Please refer to the VET student fees price lists, eligibility criteria applies for subsidised funding. If you are unsure please call us on 13 27 86. The 2023 VET Student Loan Cap for this course is $11,191. VET Student Loans can be used to pay for all or part of an eligible student’s Tuition Fees. VET Student Loans is an Australian Government loan scheme to assist eligible students studying diploma level and above qualifications to pay their tuition fees. A VET Student Loan gives rise to a HELP debt that continues to be a debt due to the Commonwealth until it is paid. Please refer to VET Student Loan for details and eligibility.
This is a Fee Free TAFE course thanks to the Australian and Queensland Governments. Eligibility and conditions apply.
At CQUniversity, we believe that studying should be for everyone. No matter your situation, we know that everyone needs a helping hand from time to time, and we are proud to offer scholarships, bursaries and stipends.
Our scholarships could help you pay for things like relocation, living on campus, laptops and technology, childcare, study and living expenses, travel and more.
How to apply
Step 1: Get a Unique Student Identifier (USI)
Visit usi.gov.au to create a USI or find an existing one.
Step 2: Prepare your eligibility documentation
So that we can assess your application and eligibility for Government funding options, you’ll need to upload documentation as part of your application. You will need to provide confirmation of identity with the following documentation:
- Queensland Residency and Date of Birth. (e.g. Queensland Driver’s License photo must be of the back and front of the license)
- Australian or New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency (e.g. Medicare Card or Birth Certificate)
For further information on eligible documentation, visit Apply for TAFE Certificates and Diplomas.
To fast-track your application, make sure you provide a clear photo showing all the information and upload it with your application.
Step 3: Apply Online
Our easy-to-use online application system will guide you through the process of applying for a TAFE course. If you need help along the way, call us on 13 27 86.
Click on the Apply button below to start your application.