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Diploma of Leadership and Management BSB50420

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  • Total 12 Units - Up to 18 Months
  • 100% Online. Study at Your Own Pace
  • 1:1 Student Support Available Every Step of the Way
  • Tax Deductible
  • Potential earning up to $200,000+
  • Endorsed by Australian Institute of Project Management
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Lead with Confidence: BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management

Strong leadership and management skills are in high demand across all industries. Whether you’re a Manager, Consultant, CEO, or small business owner, the ability to communicate effectively, motivate teams, and manage resources is essential for success – and often comes with above-average market remuneration.

If you’re ready to step up, the BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management is the perfect qualification to help you lead with purpose and drive performance. This course is designed for professionals who want to build on their existing experience and develop the skills needed to lead teams and achieve business goals more efficiently.

Delivered 100% online, this flexible program will help you master key areas, including:

  • Communicating and leading through influence

  • Developing and applying emotional intelligence

  • Building and managing effective workplace relationships

  • Planning and executing operational strategies

  • Managing meetings and collaborative discussions

  • Overseeing budgets and financial performance

Our course content is developed in collaboration with industry professionals and enriched with real-world case studies, so you gain practical, immediately applicable skills that are relevant to today’s workplace.

This diploma also provides a strong foundation for further study in areas such as Project Management, Business Management, and other advanced leadership qualifications.

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Learning Outcomes

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply a blend of knowledge, practical skills, and experience to leadership and management across diverse enterprise and industry settings.

At this level, individuals demonstrate initiative and sound judgement in planning, organising, implementing, and monitoring both their own workload and that of their teams. They use strong communication skills to support and guide individuals and teams, ensuring organisational or enterprise objectives are met.

These leaders are also capable of planning, designing, applying, and evaluating solutions to complex and unpredictable challenges by effectively identifying, analysing, and synthesising information from multiple sources.

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  • Total 12 Units - Up to 12 Months
  • 100% Online. Study at Your Own Pace
  • 1:1 Student Support Available Every Step of the Way
  • Tax Deductible
  • Potential earning up to $200,000+
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Career

Common job roles and opportunities available in a leadership management career:

General Manager: General Managers are responsible for overseeing all aspects of an organisation’s operations, ensuring strategic goals are met. Annual salary: AUD $90,000 – $160,000.

Director: Directors are responsible for leading and managing teams within an organisation and setting strategic goals. Annual salary: AUD $120,000 – $200,000.

Project Manager: Project Managers are responsible for planning, organising, and overseeing projects to ensure they are completed on time, within budget. Annual salary: AUD $80,000 – $130,000.

Operations Manager: Operations Managers are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of an organisation, ensuring they run smoothly. Annual salary: AUD $80,000 – $130,000.

Department Manager: Department Managers are responsible for leading and managing teams within a specific department, such as Marketing or Finance. Annual salary: AUD $70,000 – $120,000.

Team Leader: Team Leaders are responsible for leading and managing teams, ensuring that team members are productive and motivated. Annual salary: AUD $60,000 – $100,000.

Change Manager: Change Managers are responsible for managing change within an organisation and ensuring that employees are prepared for, and supportive of changes. Annual salary: AUD $70,000 – $120,000.

Human Resources Manager: Human Resources Managers are responsible for managing a company’s Human Resources and ensuring the organisation complies with relevant employment laws and regulations. Annual salary: AUD $80,000 – $130,000.

Customer Service Manager: Customer Service Managers are responsible for overseeing customer service operations and ensuring that customers are satisfied with the level of service they receive. Annual salary: AUD $70,000 – $120,000.

Marketing Manager: Marketing Managers are responsible for developing and implementing marketing strategies to promote products or services. Annual salary: AUD $70,000 – $120,000.

Sales Manager: Sales Managers are responsible for managing sales teams, ensuring sales goals are met. Annual salary: AUD $80,000 – $130,000.

Supply Chain Manager: Supply Chain Managers are responsible for managing the flow of goods and services from suppliers to customers. Annual salary: AUD $80,000 – $130,000.

Logistics Manager: Logistics Managers are responsible for managing the transportation and storage of goods. Annual salary: AUD $70,000 – $120,000.

IT Manager: IT Managers are responsible for managing information technology operations and ensuring that technology systems are functioning efficiently. Annual salary: AUD $80,000 – $130,000.

Facility Manager: Facility Managers are responsible for overseeing the maintenance and operations of facilities, such as buildings or grounds. Annual salary: AUD $70,000 – $120,000.

(Please note that these are estimates, and the salary ranges can vary depending on the company, region, industry, and qualifications of the individual. Research conducted by eflr Group)

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Course Info

Delivery & Support

This qualification is delivered 100% on-line including theory, text books, projects and assessments.

You will receive full support for the duration of your course and can call our team from 8.30am to 5.00pm Monday – Friday.

You can also correspond with our team via email, on-line chat, SMS and communicate to your trainer and support officer through your on-line profile.

Once completed you will be issued a formal hard copy qualification/certificate free of charge including an electronic email version.

Course Breakdown

The Diploma of Project Management BSB50820 requires the completion of 12 units of competency, comprising of 8 core units and 4 electives.

Students will have up to 12 months to complete this program. If the learner requires more time please see extension options in our student handbook or contact our office.

These units of competency have been developed in consultation with industry experts, along with our facilitators, to ensure the knowledge you gain is practical and applicable to the industry.

Tools Required

To successfully complete this course, you will require access to a desktop computer or laptop; and adequate access to internet connection.

You will also require an active email account and a mobile phone equipped with a camera.

Software – you will require access to MS Word, MS Excel, and online search platforms.

Course Units

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to present and negotiate persuasively, lead and participate in meetings, and make presentations to customers, clients and other key stakeholders. The unit applies to individuals who are managers and leaders required to identify, analyse, synthesise, and act on information from a range of sources, who deal with unpredictable problems as part of their job role. They use initiative and judgement to organise the work of self and others, to plan, evaluate, and co-ordinate the work of teams.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and use emotional intelligence to increase self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management in the workplace. The unit applies to individuals who are required to identify, analyse, synthesise, and act on information from a range of sources, who deal with unpredictable problems as part of their job role. These individuals may be responsible for leading a team or work area.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead and manage effective workplace relationships. The unit applies to individuals in leadership or management positions who have a prominent role in establishing and managing processes and procedures to support workplace relationships. These individuals apply the values, goals, and cultural diversity policies of the organisation. They use complex and diverse methods, procedures, and a range of problem solving and decision making strategies, requiring the exercise of considerable discretion and judgement.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and monitor the implementation of operational plans to support efficient and effective workplace practices, organisational productivity, and profitability. The unit applies to individuals who manage the work of others and operate within the parameters of a broader strategic and/or business plans.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead communication in the workplace within any industry. This unit has a specific focus on the communication skills required for team leaders with responsibility for other workers.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage a range of meetings including overseeing the meeting preparation processes, chairing meetings, organising the minutes, and reporting meeting outcomes. The unit applies to individuals employed in a range of work environments who are required to organise and manage meetings within their workplace. These individuals may work as senior administrative staff or may be individuals with responsibility for conducting and chairing meetings in the workplace.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead teams in the workplace, and to actively engage with the management of the organisation. The unit applies to individuals working at a managerial level who lead and build a positive culture within their work teams. At this level, work will normally be carried out using complex and diverse methods and procedures requiring the exercise of considerable discretion and judgement. It will also involve using a range of problem solving and decision-making strategies.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake financial management in an organisation, or work area. It includes planning and implementing financial management approaches, supporting, and evaluating effectiveness of financial management processes. The unit applies to managers in a wide range of organisations and sectors who have responsibility for the effective use of financial resources within work teams. They are responsible for ensuring that financial resources are managed in line with the financial objectives of the team and organisation.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop critical and creative thinking skills within a workplace context. The unit applies to individuals who are developing and coaching others, for whom critical thinking skills (including analysis, synthesis, and evaluation) are an important part of their job roles. This unit applies to individuals who are typically responsible for leading teams.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to implement systems and process that support the personal and professional development of self and others. The unit applies to individuals working in a range of managerial positions who are accountable for the development and performance of others.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage resources according to planned business strategies. It includes analysing resource requirements, developing resource plans, allocating resources, reviewing, and reporting on resource usage. The unit applies to individuals with a role in allocating and monitoring the use of physical and/or human resources to meet defined business objectives.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead and manage continuous improvement systems and processes. Particular emphasis is on the development of systems, analysis of information to monitor and adjust performance strategies, and to manage opportunities for further improvements. The unit applies to individuals who take an active role in managing a continuous improvement process in order to achieve an organisation’s objectives. At this level, work will normally be carried out using complex and diverse methods and procedures, exercising considerable discretion and judgement, using a range of problem-solving and decision-making strategies.
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Delivery

Study Options

We offer a range of flexible training options to suit your personal schedule. We understand that life can get in the way, with work, family, and life commitments. It can be challenging, we get it.

Our solution is to provide a tailored approach to your style of learning to help you maximise your time and fit in with your life schedule. Speak to our team for more information regarding the support we can offer you. 

Online

Our easy to use online platform gives you control of your learning experience.

You can access all learning via mobile and tablet, however our platform is desktop oriented and will provide the best experience. 

Assessments are conducted at the end of each unit and delivered in a variety of ways.

We focus on delivering theory based learning through multiple choice questions, written responses, interactive lessons, swipe left to right, and online projects. All part of our dynamic learning experience. 

You will also get access to local student support via phone, email, and online chat.

Self-Paced Learning

Self-paced learning means you can learn on your own time and schedule. You don’t need to complete the same assignments, or learn at the same time as others. 

You can move from one topic or segment to the next at your speed.

You get to select what units you wish to start with, and jump from one to another as you feel you need to. 

We give you full control over your learning experience.

Self paced learning removes the pressure of traditional class room training, and traditional University semesters.

Flexibility

Flexibility means you can work with our team to make the changes you need to get through your course.

You can defer for free or pause your course if your personal circumstances change.

If you find you’ve made the wrong choice when choosing your course, its simple – you can change courses to another that you feel is better suited to you, or you can gift your course to a friend, family member or work colleague – we have options!

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The enrolment process is straightforward! Once your initial payment is processed, you will receive an onboarding email to complete your enrolment online and get started.

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FAQ

Open Education Academy (OEA) launched in recent years as a dedicated online education provider. We are part of the EFLR Group, an established Registered Training Organisation (RTO) that has been delivering nationally recognised training since 2016.

Our team brings over a decade of experience in delivering accredited, high-quality education through multiple successful training brands. With OEA, our focus is on providing flexible, online learning pathways that lead to real-world career outcomes.

Yes - 100%. Open Education Academy is a proudly Australian-owned and operated business. All of our training, student support, and operations are managed from our headquarters in Brisbane, Australia.

We’ve always been locally based, and we’re committed to delivering high-quality online education that meets national standards and supports the needs of Australian learners, industries, and employers.

Our team consists of 40+ dedicated professionals and trainers, and we are rapidly growing. We have a talented team spread across Australia, supporting you every step of the way. We’re committed to providing exceptional support and delivering quality online education to students nationwide.

No, OEA operates entirely online. As a 100% virtual institution, we deliver all our courses through our student learning portal, allowing you the flexibility to study anytime, anywhere. By eliminating the costs associated with maintaining a physical campus, we are able to offer highly competitive industry prices for our courses

Each course comes with a recommended time frame for completion, which you can find on the individual course page. While all courses are self-paced, they do have a set end date. If you need additional time, you can easily request an extension by reaching out to our office for assistance. (View All Online Courses)

Yes, absolutely! If you'd like to change your course, please get in touch with us first. We’ll help guide you to the right pathway and can transfer you to a new course of equal value with minimal hassle. If the new course has a slight price difference, we’ll work with you to find a solution that suits your needs.

Yes, we understand that life can sometimes get in the way. If you need to pause your course, simply reach out to our support team, and we'll be happy to suspend your course until you're ready to continue. We may also offer an official extension if needed. Please note that some fees may apply depending on the circumstances.

If you're struggling with your course, don’t worry - help is available.
You can reach out to our support team, who are available 5 days a week. We’ll listen to your concerns and guide you through your options. While we encourage you to keep going, as challenges are a natural part of the learning process, we’re here to provide the support and encouragement you need to succeed.

Once you've successfully completed your course and paid your fees in full, we’ll send you an electronic copy of your certificate via email. A hard copy will also be mailed to your postal address.

While we are not tax advisors, we recommend seeking advice from a professional. In general, if the qualification is related to your current job or industry, course fees are often 100% tax-deductible. However, for personalized guidance, please consult with your tax professional.

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