Course Overview

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.

This course will be delivered 13.5 hours face-to-face on campus and 6.5 hours online per week. All our sessions are held in fully equipped classrooms and in the simulated work environment. Each training session is facilitated with learner resources such as PowerPoint Presentation, student learner guide, formative activities, and where applicable, supported with simulated case studies, policies and procedures, software and necessary hardware, etc.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

Age Requirement: Applicants must be at least 18 years old at the commencement of the course. Academic Qualifications: Completion of Australian Year 12 or an equivalent qualification. For certain courses, completion of an AQF Diploma or a relevant qualification may be required. English Language Proficiency: An overall valid academic IELTS score of at least 6.0, with no band less than 5.5, or an equivalent score from a recognized English language test. Alternatively, proficiency can be demonstrated by: Completion of an Advanced level English course from an approved ELICOS provider. Completion of a Certificate IV level course in an Australian Registered Training Organization (RTO) within the last two years. Successfully passing Western Sydney College's English Placement Test. Additional Requirements: International students must meet the Student Visa (Subclass 500) requirements. For packaged courses, students must successfully complete the lower-level qualification to progress to the higher-level qualification.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

General Manager, Area Manager, Regional Manager, Department Manager. Students who complete this course may pursue higher education qualifications in business or management.

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units10 units

BSBCRT611

Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving

Core unit

BSBLDR601

Lead and manage organisational change

Core unit

BSBLDR602

Provide leadership across the organisation

Core unit

BSBOPS601

Develop and implement business plans

Core unit

BSBSTR601

Manage innovation and continuous improvement

Core unit

BSBPMG633

Provide leadership for the program

Elective unit

BSBSTR602

Develop organisational strategies

Elective unit

BSBXCM501

Lead communication in the workplace

Elective unit

BSBCMM511

Communicate with influence

Elective unit

BSBCRT511

Develop critical thinking in others

Elective unit

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management take to complete?

The course duration is up to 65 weeks, or up to 1 year.

What are the total fees for this course?

The total costs include: Enrolment Fee $250 (non-refundable), Course Fees $18,750 (covers tuition for the entire course), and Materials Fees $1,000 (additional course materials).

When are the next intake dates for this course?

The next intakes are May 2026, July 2026, and August 2026.

How is the course delivered and assessed?

This course will be delivered 13.5 hours face-to-face on campus and 6.5 hours online per week. All our Units of Competencies (UOC) are assessed through a combination of assessment types. These may include practical demonstrations, role plays, writing reports, group projects, presentations, and written questionnaires, etc.

Can I get credit for previous study or experience?

Students may apply for recognition of existing qualifications or skills, knowledge and experience (credit transfer or recognition of prior learning) as per the information included in our International Student Handbook. For international students, the granting of course credit may affect their course fees as well as the duration of the course. The result of the application for credit and any changes to fees or course duration will be advised to students in writing.

Application

How to Apply

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Step 02

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Step 03

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Processing time: Offer letter issued within approximately 1 business days.

Upcoming Intakes

30 August 2025

30 October 2025

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Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management

About This Course

Entry Requirements

Where this takes you

Units of Competency

Frequently Asked Questions

How to Apply

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