The Diploma of Leadership and Management (BSB50420) is a nationally recognised vocational education and training course designed to provide learners with advanced skills and knowledge to lead and manage teams, projects and organizations across a range of industries in Australia. The course is structured to equip students with the necessary tools to develop and implement effective leadership and management strategies, and to manage workplace relationships, resources and operational plans at a strategic level.

The course typically takes around 18-24 months to complete, depending on the mode of study, and is delivered through a combination of online learning and practical training. The following is a general outline of the topics and units covered in a Diploma of Leadership and Management course:

1. Lead and manage effective workplace relationships

– Develop and implement a strategic plan

– Lead and manage team effectiveness

– Manage human resources strategic planning

2. Develop and use emotional intelligence

– Develop and use emotional intelligence

– Manage operational plans

– Manage risk

3. Manage operational plans

– Develop and implement operational plans

– Manage budgets and financial plans

– Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs

4. Manage people performance

– Manage innovation and continuous improvement

– Manage quality customer service

5. Develop and implement a business plan

– Establish and maintain a work health and safety management system

– Manage employee relations

In addition to these core units, the Diploma of Leadership and Management course may also include elective units such as:

– Develop and implement a sales plan

– Manage meetings

– Facilitate continuous improvement

– Lead and manage organisational change

– Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability

Upon completion of the course, graduates will be equipped with advanced skills and knowledge to work in a variety of leadership and management roles within a range of industries, including as a strategic leader, senior manager, operations manager, and business development manager.