Course overview
The BSB51915 Diploma of Leadership and Management has been designed to turn you into a professional Manager, working to inspire, motivate and get the very best out of employees, while at the same time meeting and exceeding business expectations.
The course is delivered online, so there are no classrooms and no deadlines. You simply study wherever you want, whenever you want, on any device (phone, tablet, laptop, desktop computer).
The BSB51915 Diploma of Leadership and Management is nationally recognised, so you can use it to gain work all across Australia.
Job outcomes
- Branch Manager
- Business Manager
- Department Manager
- Operations/Facilities Manager
- Production Manager
- Retail Manager
- Store Manager
- Team Leader
What you'll learn
- Use emotional intelligence to understand team members, learn how to work with them and relate to them. Emotional intelligence will also help you to draw out the best in staff, and to resolve conflict
- Support the recruitment, selection and induction of staff, lead and manage team effectiveness, and manage people performance
- Undertake project work, manage budgets and financial plans, oversee quality customer service, and facilitate continuous improvement within a business environment
- Develop and manage operational plans, and create and roll-out workplace learning
Recognition
Study method
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
Duration study load
- Maximum 18 months
Entry requirements
Education
You will need to have completed:
- Year 11 and a minimum of one year of vocational experience, OR
- A nationally recognised qualification at the Certificate III level or higher, OR
- At least six (or more) months of relevant vocational experience in a team leader or supervisor role
Minimum age
You will need to be at least 18 years old.
English
This course requires you to read comprehensive learner workbooks, undertake a range of written assessments and engage in online discussion forums. Furthermore, the delivery mode relies on the extensive use of written communication.
As such, entry to the course requires English proficiency to Year 11 level or equivalent:
- A qualification at the Certificate III level or higher; or
- 2 years of work experience in a role that requires the use of written documentation and communication
Pathways
- Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management
- Bachelor of Business in Tourism and Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Business
- Associate Degree of Information Technology
- Bachelor of Accounting
- Associate Degree in Law (Paralegal Studies)
Course features
When you complete your first module, you will receive a 12-month affiliate membership with the Institute of Managers and Leaders (previously known as the Australian Institute of Management). IML is a key industry membership organisations for managers at a variety of levels. IML membership at this level provides learners with a many benefits such as access to e-newsletters, blogs, events, and online resources.
Assessment
- Case studies
- Portfolio of evidence
- Projects
- Short-answer questions
- Video
- Written reports
Subjects
- Plan financial management approaches
- Implement financial management approaches
- Make informed decisions
- Review and evaluate financial management processes
- Lead continuous improvement systems and processes
- Develop strategies to ensure that team members are actively encouraged to participate in decision-making processes
- Establish systems to ensure that the organisation’s continuous improvement processes
- Monitor and adjust performance strategies
- Manage opportunities for further improvement
- Plan for recruitment
- Plan for selection
- Support selection process
- Induct successful candidate
- Establish team performance plan
- Develop and facilitate team cohesion
- Facilitate teamwork
- Liaise with stakeholders
- Manage ideas and information
- Establish systems to develop trust and confidence
- Manage the development and maintenance of networks and relationships
- Manage difficulties to achieve positive outcomes
About Open Colleges
Open Colleges puts you at the centre of everything. As an institution, it measures its success in the success of its students. With more than 100 years of experience in distance learning, Open Colleges has the expertise in delivering education and training to individuals seeking to launch, change or accelerate their careers.
Open Colleges Australia focuses on meeting the specific needs of adult learners by delivering highly flexible, accessible and affordable learning opportunities. Its unique learning model provides you with ultimate control – to study anywhere, anytime and at your own pace. Its online campus – OpenSpace – provides you with access to learning resources, expert trainers and assessors, collaboration with other learners and a comprehensive range of support services. Open Colleges is the perfect solution for time-poor students with busy schedules, as it makes getting your qualification possible from wherever you are.
Open Colleges Pty Ltd is a Registered Training Organization (RTO 90796)
