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BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management

Develop the skills to lead, manage and drive business success.

The BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management is designed for current and aspiring managers who want to strengthen their leadership capabilities and confidently lead teams, projects and business outcomes.

This nationally recognised qualification equips you with the practical skills and knowledge to manage people, drive performance, lead change and solve complex workplace challenges. You’ll learn how to develop effective leadership strategies, manage operational plans, build high-performing teams, and make informed decisions that contribute to organisational success.

Throughout the course, you’ll enhance your ability to think strategically, analyse information, manage risk and respond to changing business needs with confidence. These skills are highly valued across a wide range of industries and leadership roles.

This course is ideal for people who:

  • Are current or aspiring managers and business leaders
  • Want to develop advanced leadership and management skills
  • Are responsible for leading teams, projects or business operations
  • Want a nationally recognised qualification to support career progression and professional growth

Whether you’re preparing for your next leadership opportunity or looking to enhance your management expertise, this qualification will give you the confidence and capability to lead with purpose and achieve successful business outcomes.

BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management course at Novaskill
Successful completion of this course will lead to a nationally recognised qualification in Australia.

Potential career outcomes

Upon successful completion of the qualification, career pathways may include, but are not limited to:
– Manager
– Executive Officer
– Programs Consultant

Units of Competency

This course has 12 units of competency, comprised of 6 core units and 6 elective units.
Students can choose elective units based on their career goals and interests. Check out our Course Guide for available units.
Looking for specific units? Speak to us about customising this qualification to suit your needs.

Dual Qualification Pathway

Looking to broaden your skills and qualifications? Students may also have the option to complete a dual qualification pathway, selecting units that meet the requirements of both the BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management and BSB50120 Diploma of Business.

This pathway allows you to work towards both qualifications through a coordinated selection of units, providing an opportunity to develop broader business, leadership and management skills.

Speak to our team about the available unit combinations and whether the dual qualification pathway is right for you.

Different ways to study

Self-paced, Workplace-based, Online, or Blended delivery (depending on availability). Different ways to study

Duration

Varies depending on the delivery schedule.
Students are able to study full time, part time or with an employer as a traineeship for a maximum of 24 months for full-time trainees or 36 months for part-time trainees.

Price

This course is available under Smart and Skilled NSW funding*, subject to eligibility criteria and individual circumstances.
This course is also available as a fee-for-service program for students who are not eligible for or accessing government funding.
For more information, visit our Fee Information page or contact us for a quote. Our friendly team can help you understand your funding eligibility and discuss the available fee-for-service option.
Payment options vary.
*This training is subsidised by the NSW Government.

Work Placement

There is no work placement requirement for this qualification, however our trainers will be required to complete observations to deem you competent in some units.
Access to a workplace or the ability and commitment to visit your local branch regularly is vital.

Pre-requisites

There are no specific pre-requisites for this course.
Students are required to undertake an initial pre-enrolment review including a Language, Literacy, Numeracy, and Digital Skills appraisal to determine their suitability for this level of study.

Student Support

Friendly support, advice and assistance is provided by our trainers, assessors and branch team members.

Pathways

Graduates may choose to further their study through enrolment in BSB50120 Diploma of Business, BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management or a business degree. Novaskill may not offer these qualifications.

Awarded by

HGT Australia Ltd. trading as Novaskill RTO Code: 6996.

For more detailed information about studying with us or specific units of competency, request a Course Guide now!

Find out everything you need to know about being a student at Novaskill and other important documents in Student Information. Read our FAQs.

NSW Students: Courses for eligible students and trainees in New South Wales are subsidised by the NSW Government. For consumer protection information please visit Smart and Skilled consumer protection or please call Smart and Skilled on 13 28 11.

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