BSB60420 ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT
CRICOS Course Code: 113332G
CRICOS Course Code: 113332G
Course Description
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.
Qualifications
Upon the successful completion of all Units of Competency for this qualification participants will be issued with a BSB60420 – Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management. For partial completion of this qualification, students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment indicating completed Units of Competency.
AGE REQUIREMENT
• Students must be over 18 years of age
Licensing
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Entry Requirements
Students will need to meet the Selection Criteria requirements to be eligible to enter into this course.
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is limited to those who: Have completed a Diploma or Advanced Diploma from the BSB Training Package (current or superseded equivalent versions) or Have two years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience in an operational or leadership role in an enterprise.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Student must demonstrate proficiency in English and must hold one of the following that is no older than 2 years as of date of application:
- IELTS band score of overall 6.0 (Academic or General) or equivalent in line Department of Home Affairs requirements for International Students on a Student Visa or
- Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) Score 50
- Cambridge English: Advanced CAE 169 from Cambridge ESOL Test Scores
- TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-based test Score 60
• OET B or above
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
There are no formal prerequisites required to enter this qualification. However, students must have:
• Satisfactory completion of studies in applicant’s home country equivalent to an Australian Year 12 qualification is required for entry into all qualifications. Refer to source document policy: Entry requirements policy for Australian year 12 equivalents.
Units of Competency
Total number of units = 10
5 core units plus
5 elective units
The course duration is:
• 52 Weeks of Course duration consisting of:
• 42 Weeks (840 Delivery and 252 Self-study Hours) of scheduled study/tuition
• (3 Terms of 10 Weeks & 1 Term of 12 Weeks)
• 10 Weeks of scheduled breaks/holidays.
Entry Requirements
| Unit Code | Unit Title | C/E |
|---|---|---|
| BSBCRT611 | Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving (Release 1) | Core |
| BSBLDR601 | Lead and manage organisational change (Release 1) | Core |
| BSBLDR602 | Provide leadership across the organisation (Release 1) | Core |
| BSBOPS601 | Manage innovation and continuous improvement (Release 2) | Core |
| BSBSTR601 | Manage innovation and continuous improvement (Release 2) | Core |
| BSBSTR602 | Develop organisational strategies (Release 1) | Elective |
| BSBPMG633 | Provide leadership for the program (Release 1) | Elective |
| BSBHRM614 | Contribute to strategic workforce planning (Release 1) | Elective |
| BSBXCM501 | Lead communication in the workplace (Release 3) | Elective |
| BSBINS601 | Manage knowledge and information (Release 1) | Elective |
Notes
• A minimum of 20 contact hours per week of study/tuition have been scheduled by RIC – to ensure students meet their student study Visa conditions
• The course duration may vary for students who have been granted credits or RPL towards this course (e.g., students having completed any units in a previous course/qualification).
Pre-Enrolment and Needs Analyses
• As per its Admission and Enrolment Policy and Procedure, RIC conducts pre-enrolment Client Needs Analysis to determine course suitability, existing skills and knowledge and an early detection of any learning needs.
• Pre-enrolment analysis includes LLN testing and identification of specific learning and/or support needs. A pre-enrolment interview may also be conducted.
• RPL and credit transfer opportunities are provided at the time of enrolment, and an option for students to apply at time during their studies.
• RIC’s LLN and student support policies support these processes.
Delivery Methods
Delivery of this qualification is face-to-face trainer lead theory classes, practical sessions involving small groups, individual and team activities and computer-based activities and projects. Trainers and students will also have access to learning resources.
Students are given copy of the timetable at beginning of each term containing the delivery schedule for all units to be delivered in a term.
All units are delivered as standalone units; there is no clustering of units for delivery.
• For each unit, learners are provided with a Learner’s Resources/ Student Guide that includes materials used in the training sessions including practice activities, theory reviews and assignment tasks.
• Active participation between both the trainer and the students is expected in each session.
• Each session will allow enough time for the students to learn the topic, undertake practice opportunities for reinforcement, and complete / submit set tasks required for assessment purposes.
• RIC has invested in a range of quality learning and assessment resources and reference books that have been validated by trainers and assessors of RIC.
• Industry consultation involving industry representatives have also been conducted to ensure students and teachers have access to well-researched and relevant information. RIC will continue to source and generate the highest quality of teaching resources to enable the best learning outcomes for students.
The instructional guides and assessment tools have been reviewed for necessary amended to address all elements, performance criteria, skill and knowledge, critical aspects of evidence, dimensions of competency and employability skills for each unit of competency wherever applicable.
Source documents include but not limited to: Timetable, PowerPoints, student workbook.
Notes
• All face-to-face classroom delivery is conducted within the relevant RIC’s campus allocated classrooms.
• Face to face simulated training and assessment activities within the RIC’s training facilities using the allocated simulation room/area.
• Simulated environment includes relevant and appropriate resources, documentation, and equipment typical of an industry workplace and environment.
• Students are required to undertake supervised and unsupervised study and activities for this course conducted off campus
Employment Pathway
Successful completion of Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management can qualify you for roles and positions across a range of enterprise and industry contexts, including:
Chief executive officer (CEO)
Managing director
Senior manager
Executive director
Board member or advisor
Management consultant
Leadership and management consultant
Recognition of prior learning (RPL)
If the recognition is valid, the overall duration of the study may change, and a list of exceptions may apply.
Pathways from the qualification
After successfully completing the Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management, you may wish to pursue your study in Advanced Diploma of Business, or university studies.
Note: Study pathways may include qualifications or courses that may not be offered at RIC.
Credit Transfer
RIC will initiate the credit transfer process for a verified certificate or statement of results provided. If credits apply the overall duration will alter and a schedule of exemptions provided.
Fees
Please see fee and charge policy.
