Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management
About This Course
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply specialised knowledge and skills, together with experience in leadership and management, across a range of enterprise and industry contexts. Individuals at this level use initiative and judgement to plan and implement a range of leadership and management functions, with accountability for personal and team outcomes within broad parameters. They use cognitive and communication skills to identify, analyse and synthesise information from a variety of sources and transfer their knowledge to others, and creative or conceptual skills to express ideas and perspectives or respond to complex problems. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Entry Requirements
Entry to this qualification is limited to those who:
Have completed a Diploma or Advanced Diploma from the BSB Training Package (current or superseded equivalent versions).
OR
Have two years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience in an operational or leadership role in an enterprise.
- Have completed a Diploma or Advanced Diploma from the BSB Training Package (current or superseded equivalent versions).
- OR
- Have two years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience in an operational or leadership role in an enterprise.
- Minimum age of 18 years and above
- Satisfactory completion of the equivalent of Australian Year 11 or higher.
- English requirement:
| IELTS (General or Academic) overall | PTE Academic | TOEFL PB | TOEFL IBT | CAE Scale | ELICOS (General English) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.0 | 55 | 546 | 78 | 169 | n/a |
| 5.5 | 46 | 506 | 62 | 162 | + 15 weeks |
| 5.0 | 38 | 478 | 51 | 154 | + 30 weeks |
| 4.5 | 30 | 450 | 40 | 146 | + 45 weeks |
Applicants originating from students visa assessment levels 1 and 2 countries without the required IELTS or equivalent score must undertake the Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) test. For further information on student visa assessment levels visit Department of Home Affairs’ website at www.homeaffairs.gov.au.
Additionally, the learner is required to:
- Complete the Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) test prior to the commencement of the course.
Training Subsidies and Entitlement Programs
Pathways Into Qualification:
- Diploma of Leadership and Management
- OR
- Other similar qualifications
Pathways From The Qualification:
- Undertake a higher tertiary qualification
- Other similar or equivalent qualifications as above
Career Opportunities:
- Manager
- Department Manager
- Managing Director
- Business owner
Units Information
Total number of units = 10 – (5 core units, plus 5 elective units)
BSBCRT611 Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving
BSBLDR601 Lead and manage organisational change
BSBLDR602 Provide leadership across the organisation
BSBOPS601 Develop and implement business plans
BSBSTR601 Manage innovation and continuous improvement
BSBXCM501 Lead communication in the workplace
BSBCRT511 Develop critical thinking in others
BSBCMM511 Communicate with influence
BSBSTR602 Develop organisational strategies
BSBPMG633 Provide leadership for the program
Mode of Delivery
Assessment
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Fee Refund Policy
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Students may apply for course credits, advanced standing or exemptions if they are able to provide evidence that demonstrates that they have attained competency. Competency may have been attained through formal and informal training, work experience and life experience. Applications must be made on an official Application form. Students should consult with the RTO Manager before making an application.

