Course description
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.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
CRICOS code: 104136H
Course duration
This course is delivered over 52 weeks of full time study at 20 hours per week of scheduled class time. This includes six weeks holidays.
| Weeks | Hours per week | Total hours | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Study/ training | 46 | 20 | 920 |
| Holiday | 6 | ||
| Total | 52 | 920 |
Delivery method
This qualification is delivered face-to-face in the classroom. There is a new intake each month.
Pre-requisites
All students must be at least 18 years of age.
Academic requirements:
- Satisfactory completion of year 12 or equivalent
- Overseas students require a language proficiency of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
There are no specific academic prerequisites for any of the units in this course.
Course requirements
To complete this course, it is expected that you will have access to:
- A computer with Windows XP or higher
- Internet
- DVD-ROM drive
- TV
- Media Player
These facilities are available on campus.
Resources included
All of the learning materials and test books required to complete this course will be provided.
Course units
In order to receive this qualification, twelve units must be completed satisfactorily, including
- 6 core units
- 6 elective units
| Code | Unit name |
|---|---|
| Core units | |
| BSBCMM511 | Communicate with influence |
| BSBCRT511 | Develop critical thinking in others |
| BSBLDR523 | Lead and manage effective workplace relationships |
| BSBOPS502 | Manage business operational plans |
| BSBPEF502 | Develop and use emotional intelligence |
| BSBTWK502 | Manage team effectiveness |
| Elective units | |
| BSBFIN501 | Manage budgets and financial plans |
| BSBLDR521 | Lead the development of diverse workforces |
| BSBOPS504 | Manage business risk |
| BSBTWK503 | Manage meetings |
| BSBPEF501 | Manage personal and professional development |
| BSBSUS511 | Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability |
Career outcomes
This course provides participants with the skills to obtain the occupational position across various industrial sectors. Job roles and titles vary across these different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- administration manager
- general office manager
- office manager
Academic pathways
Individuals who successfully complete the Diploma of Leadership and Management may study the Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Students who have completed any of the units of study or have practical experience that may be used for recognition of prior learning must contact Cambridge College Australia prior to enrollment.
Assessment
As this is a competency based program, assessment continues throughout the duration of the course until the participant either achieves competency in the assessment tasks or a further training need is identified and addressed.
Assessment tasks may include
- Written questions and answers
- Presentations
- Projects
- Case study analysis
- Observation of the learner
- Written and oral questioning
- Written reports
- Simulated role play
Student support
Cambridge College Australia has a commitment to providing equity in training for all learners. In particular, ensuring equity in training for women and the elimination of discrimination against female students in vocational education and training is a priority.
Cambridge College Australia encourages all students to pursue their vocational education and achieve their training goals, including students:
- With language, literacy and numeracy problems
- From a non-English speaking background
- With a disability
Our college will identify and access appropriate support services, and ensure the necessary services are provided for participants as required.