Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management

The course duration is 104 weeks.

The total course fee is AUD $18,000, with an enrolment fee of $300 (non-refundable, to be paid on application) and material fees of $400. Non-tuition fees may also apply and can be found in the International Student Handbook on the Western Star Academy website.

Assessment will occur through a variety of methods including knowledge questions, projects and observations. Knowledge questions are completed in class or as part of the online assessment sessions, while projects and observations are completed in class. Assessment tasks reflect real life work tasks, are required to be performed within industry standard timeframes, and utilise authentic workplace documentation.

Yes, students can apply for recognition of existing qualifications or skills, knowledge and experience through credit transfer or recognition of prior learning. If a student is granted course credit, this will affect course fees as well as the duration of the course. The college will advise the student in writing of changes to fees or course duration, and the student will also be issued with a new Confirmation of Enrolment.

Students are expected to attend classes for a total of 14 hours per week, along with an additional 6 hours of structured online study. Furthermore, students are required to dedicate approximately 5 hours per week to additional study, which includes general reading and research for assessments.