Advanced Diploma of
Leadership and Management
AdvancedDiploma of Leadershipand Management
National Course Code: BSB60420
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply specialised knowledge and skills, together with experience in leadership and management, across a range of enterprise and industry contexts.
Individuals at this level use initiative and judgement to plan and implement a range of leadership and management functions, with accountability for personal and team outcomes within broad parameters.
They use cognitive and communication skills to identify, analyse and synthesise information from a variety of sources and transfer their knowledge to others, and creative or conceptual skills to express ideas and perspectives or respond to complex problems.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management
National Course Code: BSB60420
CRICOS Course Code: 106882B
Course Duration: 78 Weeks (including holiday break)
Delivery Location: Level 9, 190 Queen St, MELBOURNE, Victoria 3000
Delivery Mode: Face to face (Classroom based)
Study Load: 20 hours per week in the classroom
International Onshore Student Fees
Tuition Fee: AUD 9,000
Material Fee: AUD 500
Application Fee: AUD 250 [Non-Refundable]
International Offshore Student Fees
Tuition Fee: AUD$ 18,000
Material Fee: AUD$ 500
Application Fee: AUD$ 250 [Non-Refundable]
Pathways & Accreditation
This course is government-accredited and has national recognition.
The qualification is aligned with the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) level 6
Education Pathway:
The further study pathways available to students who undertake this qualification include:
- Graduate Diploma courses (AQF level 8)
- Other Advanced Diploma or Bachelor programs in related fields such as business and management.
Employment Pathway:
- Managing Director,
- Department Manager,
- Chief Executive Officer,
- Quarry Business Manager,
- Area Manager,
- Business Analyst,
- Business Development Director,
- Senior Executive,
- Executive Director.
- Head of School/RTO
- Senior Training Manager
- RTO Compliance Manager
- RTO General Manager
- Strategic Learning Development Consultant
Course Structure:
A total of 10 Units (5 Core and 5 electives) must be completed and deemed competent to achieve the qualification BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management. The course units are indicated in the table below.
| Code | Title | Core/ Elective |
|---|---|---|
| BSBCRT611 | Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving | Core |
| BSBLDR601 | Lead and manage organisational change | Core |
| BSBOPS601 | Develop and implement business plans | Core |
| BSBLDR602 | Provide leadership across the organisation | Core |
| BSBSTR601 | Manage innovation and continuous improvement | Core |
| BSBFIN601 | Manage organisational finances | Elective |
| BSBXCM501 | Lead communication in the workplace | Elective |
| BSBSTR602 | Develop organisational strategies | Elective |
| BSBHRM613 | Contribute to the development of learning and development strategies | Elective |
| BSBSTR801 | Lead innovative thinking and practices | Elective |
QUALIFICATION
Participants who achieve competency in any unit/s will receive a Statement of Attainment (provided USI is verified) for that unit/s without completing all 12 units in the qualification. Students completing all the required units of competency will attain full qualification.
Assessment Methodology
Assessment methods used for this qualification are varied and will provide a range of ways for individuals to demonstrate that they have met the required outcomes. Assessment methods may include:
- Written questions
- Projects
- Presentations
- Report writing
- Role plays/observations
At the beginning of each unit, your trainer and assessor will outline the assessment tasks that must be completed
Education Pathway
Once students have successfully completed BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management, they can apply for various roles across management positions that have responsibility for the work of other staff and lead teams.
The further study pathways available to students who undertake this qualification include:
- Graduate Diploma courses (AQF level 8)
- Other Advanced Diploma or Bachelor programs in related fields such as business and management.
Employment Pathway
1. Managing Director,
2. Department Manager,
3. Chief Executive Officer,
4. Quarry Business Manager,
5. Area Manager,
6. Business Analyst,
7. Business Development Director,
8. Senior Executive,
9. Executive Director.
The above pathway information is in line with the qualification description on National Training Register (www.training.gov.au) and/or https://www.myskills.gov.au/; it doesn’t imply any job guarantee or job role at the end of the course.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)/Credit Transfer (CT)
Melbourne College of Business and Technology (MCBT) will offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer (CT) to all prospective students through the enrolment process. MCBT has documented policies and procedures for these processes and students are provided details of how to apply for RPL or Credit Transfer through the enrolment process. For further details, please refer to RPL and Credit Transfer Policy and Procedure.
Entry Requirements International Students
Entry to this qualification is limited to those who:
• Have completed a Diploma or Advanced Diploma from the BSB Training Package (current or superseded equivalent versions).
or
• Have two years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience in an operational or leadership role in an enterprise.
In addition to above, student must:
Have demonstrated an IELTS level of at least 5.5 or equivalent or the successful completion of at least General English Upper Intermediate or English for Academic Purposes Upper Intermediate level.
Have a suitable level of language, literacy, and numeracy to complete course requirements with or without additional support that Melbourne College of Business and Technology is able to provide.
Have successfully completed Australian year 12 or equivalent.
Are at least at age of 18 on the date of course commencement.
Please Note: All the students commencing this course are required to complete LLN test on the orientation day to assist Melbourne College of Business and Technology to identify student’s needs for additional support during their study with Melbourne College of Business and Technology.
MCBT will review the student’s current competencies, student needs, English level, support requirements and oral communication skills in order to enrol them in the most appropriate course to achieve their intended outcomes.
Language, Literacy and Numeracy Test (LLN)
All students wanting to study at MCBT are required to undertake LLN Test prior to enrolment. Based on the test outcome, students may be identified as requiring internal support and/or external support.
Although a student is expected to have pre-developed LLN skills achieved through the prior qualification, still College will assess the student’s LLN skills to ensure that the student possesses sound LLN skills to complete the course successfully; therefore, students will be required to undertake LLN assessment.
LLN test will be conducted using an ACSF mapped online LLN assessment tool – LLN Robot. All students are required to undertake a language, literacy and numeracy test (LLN) according to the following qualification:
Students are required to achieve the expected level of performance level as per the required level. Where a student does not achieve the required LLN scores for the qualification into which they are seeking enrolment, another opportunity and LLN support* will be provided to the student.
*LLN support-If students do not meet the recommended English and/or LLN requirements, students will be referred for additional support, which will be provided by the College with ACSF Support Plan, or students may also be asked to take further Language, literacy and numeracy training, such as ELICOS programs to ensure that students are provided with support and proper guidance.
Note: MCBT does not:
guarantee any job or employment outcomes.
guarantee a successful education assessment outcome for the student or intending student.
claim to commit to secure for, or on the student or intending student’s behalf, a migration outcome from undertaking any course offered by MCBT
Computer literacy requirements
All students enrolling on this course at MCBT must have basic computer skills. Students are required to fill in the questions related to computer and internet skills in the Pre Enrolment Form provided along with the Application form.
Students who do not possess basic computing skills will be provided with a basic computer using support. Students can contact MCBT for any further information or assistance.
Materials and Equipment Required
MCBT will provide access to computers with required resources, including access to the internet during classroom hours; however, to work on the assignments and tasks for self-study, all students are expected to have access to a laptop or computer with the Windows 7 operating system or higher.
Students must have an active email address for communication and be contactable by phone (mobile or landline) and by mail (postal address). All students are expected to have access to MS office applications such as Microsoft Word and an email platform.
Note: If Required due to any emergency COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak, Melbourne College of Business and Technology will use a flexible delivery mode for training and assessment, providing training package requirements allow for this. We would ensure that all regulatory requirements are met with as little disruptions possible. As circumstances change and restrictions are eased, these temporary arrangements will be reviewed, and enrolled students will be notified accordingly. Melbourne College of Business and Technology aims to review any changes in circumstances before commencement of each term so that it has least possible impact on students and course delivery. Melbourne College of Business and Technology will seek student’s consent of online delivery and assessment (where possible) prior to their enrolment during this Covid-19 outbreak restrictions.
We are fully committed to remain transparent on the mode of delivery, resources available to students, methods of assessment and how any practical components will be managed. We ensure that:
● Students are treated fairly and reasonably.
● Any adjustments to courses are transparent and communicated clearly to students.
● All adjustments to course delivery, the process for informing and seeking students’ consent, and information relevant to individual students is documented and retained.