Diploma of Leadership and Management
BSB50420 – Diploma of Leadership and Management
Course CRICOS Code: 107491J
Course Overview
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.
Program Overview
Entry Requirements
- Academic Requirements:
- 18 years or older at commencement of course.
- IELTS (Academic) band score 6.0 or equivalent.
- Completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent.
- Additional Requirements:
- The student must have basic computer skills to use word processing software like Microsoft Word and using internet effectively for research.
- WMIT will conduct LLN assessment of the student at the time of orientation to identify the support required by the students. This support will enable students to complete qualification successfully in required time.
Career Pathways & Education Pathways
- The successful completion of this qualification will enable students to work as:
- Assistant Manager
- Manager
- Admin Manager
- Operational Manager
- Team Leader.
- The further study pathways available to students who undertake this qualification include:
- Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management Or
- Any other relevant qualification at Advanced Diploma level
The BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management requires the completion of the following 12 units (including 6 core and 6 electives).
Course Credit
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WMIT can grant you credit towards your course for units of competency that you have already completed with another RTO or authorised issuing organisation.
We can also grant you Credit for subjects or units you have completed where equivalence can be established between the unit in your course and the subject or unit you have completed. - There is no charge to apply for Credit.
- To apply, fill in the Credit Application Form and submit it as part of your enrolment.
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*Please refer to your Student Handbook for more information on Course Credit.
International students should be aware that if credit is granted, the course duration will be adjusted and confirmation will be provided in writing.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where skills and knowledge that you have gained through work and life experience and other unrecognised training can be formally recognised.
- WMIT has a process that has been structured to minimise the time and cost to applicants and provides a supportive approach to students wishing to take up this option. You should ideally apply for RPL at the time of enrolment, but you may also apply up to 2 weeks into your course.
- During the entry process and interview stage, WMIT will discuss with you the process and options for RPL. Suitability is often determined on how much experience you have in a certain area, your work history and previous training. If RPL is determined as a possibility for you, you will be provided with a kit that will guide you in working through each unit to determine relevant skills and experience and identify whether you would be able to provide the required evidence.
- A trainer/assessor will be available to assist you throughout this process.
- *Please refer to your Student Handbook for more information on RPL. International students should be aware that if RPL is granted, the course duration will be adjusted and confirmation will be provided in writing.
Training Arrangements & Assessment Support
Training Arrangements
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The delivery structure of the course consists of face-to-face training, self-study and assessment component. On Campus face to face training is organised for 20 hours in a week.
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The students will need to commit additional 10 hours for self-study and 5 hours for homework/assessments.
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Class sessions are planned to ensure that student have a mixture of practical and theoretical components and those classes cater for a wide variety of learning styles. Homework tasks may include research, readings from related textbooks and continuing to work on assessment tasks.
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Students are provided with the Learner Guides for each unit to students to support their learning (these are included in the course fees).
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The delivery structure of the course consists of face-to-face training, self-study and assessment component. On Campus face to face training is organised for 20 hours in a week.
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The students will need to commit additional 10 hours for self-study and 5 hours for homework/assessments.
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Class sessions are planned to ensure that student have a mixture of practical and theoretical components and those classes cater for a wide variety of learning styles. Homework tasks may include research, readings from related textbooks and continuing to work on assessment tasks.
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Students are provided with the Learner Guides for each unit to students to support their learning (these are included in the course fees).
Assessment Support
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You will be required to complete assessments in class and there may be a need for some work to be done as homework, however this is not expected to exceed 5 hours per week.
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You will be advised by your trainer and assessor about the assessment requirements for each unit at the commencement of delivery for that unit. Submission of assessment tasks will be in in person to the trainer/assessor / online via the student portal/via workplace supervisor.
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You will be required to complete assessments in class and there may be a need for some work to be done as homework, however this is not expected to exceed 5 hours per week.
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You will be advised by your trainer and assessor about the assessment requirements for each unit at the commencement of delivery for that unit. Submission of assessment tasks will be in in person to the trainer/assessor / online via the student portal/via workplace supervisor.
Additional Support & Assessment Arrangements
Additional Support
All students will complete a language literacy and numeracy assessment at orientation to determine their learning support needs. All students will be provided with a range of learning support options and resources to help them achieve competency. Where additional support needs have been identified, an Individual Support Plan will be developed, which may include:
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Mentoring from trainers
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Additional classes, tutorials and workshops
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Computer and Technology support
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Referral to external support services
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Reasonable assessment to adjustments
Provision of additional support services will be provided where necessary to enable students to participate in the same way as any other person, regardless of whether support services have been required.
Assessment Arrangement
There are a variety of assessment methods used for this qualification, including:
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Written questions
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Projects
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Case studies
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Role plays
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Research
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Reports
Course Details
Delivery Mode
This course will be delivered as classroom-based face-to-face training.
Delivery Location
Level 10, 474 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Course Duration
This course will be delivered over 52 weeks as follows:
- Classroom Delivery: 40 Weeks
- Holidays: 12 Weeks
AQF Level - V
Duration - 52 Weeks
Course Fee - $14,750
Course Fee
- Total Tuition Fees: $14,000
- Material Fee: $500.00
- Admission Fee: $250.00
Payment Plan
- Non-refundable enrolment deposit (prior to commencement) – $250
- 4 installments of $3,500 before start of every term
Additional charges apply if students require
- Additional copies of a student’s qualification/record of results and/or statement of attainment: $50 per document applies, and $70 if express post is required.
- Printing costs may be required to complete assessments. Students may print and copy on campus for a cost of 15c per page; however, they may also use other printing facilities.
RPL Costs
- Application Fee – $250
- Charge per unit of competency – $400
- Nationally Recognised Training does not incur GST.
- Students will only be eligible to receive their qualification if fees have been paid in full and all course requirements have been met.
- *Please refer to your Student Handbook for our Fees and Refunds Policy.
Other costs (not included) to be aware of
- Please refer to the student handbook for guidance in relation to budgeting and planning.
- USB drives that students are required to use to submit their assessments. Students may bring their own or purchase nearby.
- Notebooks/pens/laptops* or other general stationery required for students to complete their work.
- *A note about computers: Many homework and assessment tasks require access to a computer and the internet; therefore, it is recommended that students bring or purchase a laptop if possible.
Inclusions
- Unless otherwise specified, tuition fees include all training and assessment as well as required resources and textbooks necessary for students to achieve the qualification or course in which they are enrolling.
- If students don’t have their own, they can use nearby public facilities, which are listed in the Student Handbook for their convenience. It is optional for students to bring a laptop to class; some students may choose to do so to keep their notes organised, but where a computer is required for class activities, the trainer/assessor will arrange to book the college computers for class sessions.
Enquire About This Course
- If you need more certainty before lodging an application, our admissions staff is available to help. We can answer questions about eligibility, study duration or upcoming start dates so you can assess how the Diploma of Leadership and Management fits your goals.
- Prepared to move ahead? Apply now to secure your slot.