BSB50420
Diploma of Leadership and Management
Nationally Recognised Qualification
Effective leadership is the difference between organisations that thrive and those that merely survive. The BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management develops your capability to lead strategically, manage complex people challenges, and drive performance across teams and business units.
This qualification is designed for experienced supervisors stepping into management, current managers wanting to formalise their capabilities, or professionals preparing for senior leadership roles. You’ll develop the strategic thinking, people leadership, and operational management skills that define exceptional leaders.
Your Investment
On enrolling: $1,475
After 3 months: $1,475
After 6 months: $960
Total = $3,910
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BSB50420- Diploma of Leadership and Management
Leadership development shouldn’t require you to step away from the very responsibilities that make you a leader. This qualification is 100% online with self-paced learning that fits around management duties, operational pressures, and life commitments. Our interactive design includes complex leadership scenarios, people management simulations, and strategic planning exercises that mirror real organisational challenges.
With personalised mentor support, you can work through actual leadership challenges you’re facing in your role. Our mentors bring real-world management experience and can help you apply leadership frameworks to your specific organisational context and industry.
QUALIFICATION DETAILS
Essential Information
Awards:
BSB50420- Diploma of Leadership and Management
Start Date:
Now. Ready when you are.
Delivery:
100% online, self paced
Nationally Recognised:
Yes (RTO90768)
Schedule:
Self-Paced.
On average a unit will take around 18 Hours.
Students normally should expect to do 1 unit every 2 weeks but you can work this into your schedule.
Duration:
Students who study an average of 5 hours per week can expect to complete in 12 months. If you have the time now to apply yourself, you can complete this course as fast as want.
Who is this for:
Our courses are perfect for both individuals looking to upskill and businesses aiming to develop their teams. Whether you're seeking professional development or want to enhance your staff's capabilities, our nationally recognised units provide flexible learning opportunities tailored to your needs.
Pre-requisites:
There are no ATAR or other entry requirements to start studying this course. Just a desire to learn!
Assessment Methods:
Our online courses use a variety of assessment methods, including case studies, knowledge questions, practical activities, written reports, quizzes, reflection journals, and practical demonstrations (where applicable), all designed to test your understanding, practical application, and skills at your own pace with feedback and guidance from your mentor.
Description:
The BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management builds comprehensive leadership capability across people management, operational planning, strategic communication, change management, and organisational development. This nationally recognised qualification consists of 12 units (6 core and 6 electives), giving you depth in the leadership competencies that drive organisational success.
You’ll learn to lead diverse workforces, manage team performance, facilitate effective workplace relationships, lead organisational change, and develop talent pipelines—all whilst building the strategic mindset that allows you to balance people leadership with business outcomes.
The Enrolment Process
Don’t wait for opportunities—create them. Take the leap with the BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management. Enrol Now and begin your journey to becoming an influential leader in the business world!
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Choose & Purchase
Select your unit and click "Enrol Now" to proceed to our secure checkout page. Payment options include credit card, PayPal, AfterPay, and Zip for your convenience.
2
Recieve Confirmation
After completing your payment, you'll receive an instant confirmation email with your receipt and next steps. Our team begins processing your enrolment immediately.
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Access Your Course
Within 24 hours, we'll:
- Set up your student portal access
- Email your login details
- Send your official enrolment form to complete
- Provide access to all course materials and assessments
That's it! You can begin studying as soon as you receive your login details, with full support from our team throughout your learning journey.
Need help? Contact our friendly enrolment team at enrol@edmundbartoncollege.edu.au or 02 9135 2988 if you have any questions.
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Experience Real-World, Interactive Learning
Forget boring PDFs.
Our 100% HTML-based courses immerse you in simulated business environments with real workplace documentation, scenarios, and tasks. Every lesson prepares you for actual business challenges.
Full immersion simulations
Interactive role-based learning
Practical workplace assessments
Focused skill modules
What You Will Learn
- People Performance Management: Manage team and individual performance with clarity, fairness, and focus on development
- Diversity & Inclusion Leadership: Lead diverse workforces effectively, creating inclusive cultures where all team members can contribute fully
- Workplace Relationships: Build and maintain effective workplace relationships that drive collaboration, trust, and high performance
- Operational Planning: Manage business operational plans, allocate resources effectively, and ensure team alignment with strategic goals
- Change Leadership: Lead organisational change initiatives with clarity, managing resistance and maintaining momentum
- Strategic Communication: Lead communication across the organisation, influencing stakeholders and building shared understanding
Not Ready For a Full Qualification?
That's OK, we specialise in supplying individual units.
COURSE STRUCTURE
BSB50420- Diploma of Leadership and Management
The Diploma of Leadership and Management comprises 12 units: 6 core units and 6 elective units, tailored to offer a comprehensive learning experience.
Core Units
- Develop critical thinking in othersBSBCRT511
- Lead and manage effective workplace relationshipsBSBLDR523
- Manage business operational plansBSBOPS502
- Develop and Use Emotional IntelligenceBSBPEF502
- Manage team effectivenessBSBTWK502
- Communicate with InfluenceBSBCMM511
Elective Units
Note, we can create custom courses for any qualification (minimum seat bookings apply)
Why Choose This Course?
Students who choose us get more than just a great education and a great start to a career - they get a fully integrated experience that will resonate for years to come. Anyone can go the conventional route, but our students choose us because they want an amazing start and the full support that our engaged and involved faculty and staff can offer.
"I have thoroughly enjoyed completely this Diploma, it was something that I thought was out of my reach.
My Mentor’s kind words every step of the way has been encouraging and motivating. I certainly found the last two topics the hardest to get motivated to do, as life certainly got busier and procrastination kicked in. I have finished just in time for the festive season."
Amanda H
Graduate - Diploma of Leadership & Management
81.8% Completion Rate.
In the first half of 2025, 81.8% of Edmund Barton College students successfully completed their enroled units.
Compare this to the vocational education sector, where completion rates tell a different story. According to the National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER), just 49% of VET qualifications commenced in 2020 were completed by the end of 2024.
87.4% VET Students Hit Their Goal
Of VET students who complete their qualification 87.4% also achieved their main training goal. Source: National Centre for Vocational Education Research Report
Additional Information
Leadership is learned through practice, reflection, and guidance—not just content consumption. Our 80% completion rate reflects a design that engages leaders with practical scenarios, authentic decision-making exercises, and mentor support that bridges theory to application. You're not just learning about leadership—you're developing leadership capability.And because we understand that career development looks different for everyone, you can pursue the full Diploma or select specific leadership units that address your immediate development needs. This is leadership training designed around your growth, not our enrolment targets.
Entry Requirements
To study this nationally recognised unit, learners must:
- Unique Student Identifier (USI):
- Australian residents: Provide a valid USI (create here)
- Overseas students: n/a
- Language, Literacy, Numeracy & Digital (LLN) Assessment
- Complete a short online test to:
✓ Confirm course suitability
✓ Customise the best method for your learning
- Complete a short online test to:
- Age Requirement
- Be a minimum of 16 years (under 18s need parental consent)
- Provide Valid ID
- Australian students: Government-issued ID (e.g., driver’s licence, passport, Medicare card)
- Overseas students: Officially issued photo ID (e.g., passport, national ID card). Contact us if unavailable
Additional Notes:
- No prior qualifications or work experience required
- No specific licensing or legislative prerequisites apply
- Access to a computer and stable internet is essential for online study
- Resilience and a commitment to graduating
Resources
Assessment Methods
RPL & Credit Transfer
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Student Success Stories
From Learners to Leaders: Real Stories, Real Success
"I would like to express my gratitude for giving me the opportunity to receive my business certificate. Yours, Maddy's, Vickie's, and the team of Edmund Barton's College's cooperation and effort in preparing and delivering the course is truly appreciated. I couldn't have done it without you!
The online modules made the process very manageable and stress-free, as the learning was also very interactive given all the checkpoints. I am glad to have completed the course through Edmund Barton College as it was extremely convenient to my timings and I was able to complete it within a few months before school had started. Once again, thank you for your outstanding support!"
Shweta T
Year 12 Student
"The course was very educational and at the same time very fun. I loved (my Mentor) Michelle's comments. She made me feel very special (and smart!!). I enjoyed every moment of it!"
Mariela R
Graduate - Certificate III and IV in Business Administration
"I learned a lot through my course. The information was relevant to my job and the delivery was really fun and engaging. The Mentors were excellent in helping me with my studies. I can highly recommend these guys!"
Simon C
Graduate - Certificate IV in Customer Engagement
"I would like to say thank you to the team at Edmund Barton College, I know every time I have contacted the college the employees have been amazing with their customer service."
Ashley G
Graduate - Certificate IV in Business Administration
"I have thoroughly enjoyed completely this Diploma, it was something that I thought was out of my reach. My Mentor’s kind words every step of the way has been encouraging and motivating. I certainly found the last two topics the hardest to get motivated to do, as life certainly got busier and procrastination kicked in. I have finished just in time for the festive season."
Amanda H
Graduate - Diploma of Leadership & Management