

Mentor Education's nationally recognised BSB50420 - Diploma of Leadership and Management course delivers individuals the skills and knowledge to lead and manage organisations.
This latest release BSB50420 - Diploma of Leadership and Management qualification (supersedes BSB51918 - Diploma of Leadership and Management) is ideal for candidates seeking the skills and knowledge to lead and manage individuals, teams and organisations. The course is suited to individuals currently in or looking to undertake leadership and management roles and provides a succinct overview of core business fundamentals that are key to business operations.
The qualification comprises of core business units of competency covering disciplines including:
- Business Operations management
- Leading and managing workplace relationships and team effectiveness
- Emotional intelligence
- Project work
- Core transferrable skills including time management, leadership, communication and planning
This course is available as a stand-alone qualification or students can undertake this course by completing the Dual BSB50120 - Diploma Of Business / BSB50420 - Diploma of Leadership & Management.
Other related Business, Management & Leadership faculty courses include the BSB60420 - Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management, BSB60215 - Advanced Diploma of Business and the BSB50120 - Diploma of Business.
Mentor Education’s BSB50420 - Diploma of Leadership and Management course is a nationally recognised qualification, complying with the AQF standard and ASQA standards for Registered Training Organisations.
Outcomes
Course Outcomes
The BSB50420 - Diploma of Leadership and Management qualification provides individuals an advanced insight into the skills required to plan and implement a range of leadership and management functions, considering team and personal core requirements essential to achieve core business outcomes.
With relevant work experience and on completion of this course, students may be granted entry into a Master of Business Administration qualification (conditions apply).
Relevant Occupations
Manager Transport Manager, Information Services Manager, Distribution Centre Manager, Corporate Services Manager, Public Sector Manager, Office Manager, Operations Manager, Warehouse Manager, Business Development Manager, Business Manager.
Entry requirements
This is an open entry course with no pre-requisite qualifications. We recommend that students undertaking this course:
- Are over 18 years of age at the time of commencement
- Have successfully completed a year 12 certificate or equivalent
- Have a strong grasp of computer/technical skills
- Microsoft Office (or freeware equivalent) installed on their computer
- Access to a reliable high-quality internet connection
- Adequate literacy/numeracy skills
Who Should Enrol?
This qualification has been designed to accommodate both individuals with no formal training qualifications and those seeking an entry point for transition into further education. The program is particularly suitable for candidates currently working in leadership and/or management roles who are seeking a formal qualification to enhance and confirm their existing knowledge and skills.
The BSB50420 - Diploma of Leadership and Management supersedes the following qualifications:
- BSB51918 - Diploma of Leadership and Management
- BSB51915 - Diploma of Leadership and Management
- BSB51107 - Diploma of Management
Course Duration
Students will be required to undertake 12 units of study including 6 core units and 6 elective units. Course units are delivered sequentially and should be completed over a 12-month period.
Course Outline
Core units
- Communicate with influence
- Develop critical thinking in others
- Lead and manage effective workplace relationships
- Manage business operational plans
- Develop and use emotional intelligence
- Manage team effectiveness
Elective units
- Originate and develop concepts
- Manage meetings
- Facilitate continuous improvement
- Manage personal and professional development
- Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability
- Undertake project work
Download a brochure for detailed course unit information.
Course Delivery
100% online learning with access to live and pre-recorded weekly virtual classroom tutorials.
Assessment
Assessments will vary amongst individual units and may include:
- Short Answer Questions
- Long Answer Questions
- Multiple Choice Questions
- Case Study and Scenario’s
- Projects
- Presentations
- Research Tasks
- Set reading (textbook/workbook)
- Instructed research
- Self-directed research
- Virtual tutorials and webinars
- Forums
Online Learning Experience
Support
Throughout their study time with Mentor Education, each student is supported by a fully resourced student support team trained in managing the needs of todays students.
Whilst completing their qualification, students are entitled to unlimited e-mail and phone support by our experienced student support team between Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm, so they are never left to feel ‘lost’ or stuck during their studies.
Learning MaterialsMentor Education has developed this qualification with student needs central to its structure.
The learning materials offered in this course are designed to give students exposure to what they would actually do in the workplace and includes textbooks, learner guides, study guides, PowerPoint presentations and live online classroom-based tutorials - all included in the initial enrolment fee with no more to pay.
Virtual Classroom ExperienceThe best thing about completing your qualification with Mentor is just how effectively and easily it makes study fit in with your current lifestyle. What’s more with the online learning management system and virtual classrooms you can interact with your cohort and study just about anywhere you can find an internet connection.
Flexibility and DeliveryThe best thing about completing your qualification with Mentor is just how effectively and easily it makes study fit in with your current lifestyle. What’s more with the online learning management system and virtual classrooms you can interact with your cohort and study just about anywhere you can find an internet connection.
Upfront payment
Full upfront course fee payments can be made for this course, with regular special discount offers available for upfront payments.
Payment Plans
Payment plans are available for this course. All payment plans require an upfront payment of a percentage of the course plus regular scheduled payments. If information in relation to a payment plan is not listed with a specific course, please call 1300 306 146 during business hours and speak to an Education Adviser to find out more about payment plan options. Unless stated, payment plans are not available with Partial Scholarships or on any discounted courses.