Moving up into leadership and management — What a great career move! Learn about demonstrating leadership in the workplace; leading effective workplace relationships; coordinating business operational plans and strategies; managing budgets and financial plans; recruiting staff; identifying and managing risks; applying communication strategies in the workplace; and more.
This course is perfect for experienced people who have never undertaken any formal leadership training, or for people who want to boost their leadership and/or management skills in preparation for that next big career move.
The advanced level skills and knowledge you'll gain include demonstrating leadership in the workplace; leading effective workplace relationships; coordinating business operational plans and strategies; managing budgets and financial plans; recruiting staff; identifying and managing risks; applying communication strategies in the workplace; how to lead and facilitate a team; and much more.
Note: This course is best suited for people who already have some background or experience in this field. If you're unsure, please seek advice from the training provider to see whether this course is the right choice for you.
Completion of this nationally recognised and accredited qualification may provide credit towards a relevant higher level qualification or university degree, should you wish to pursue further study in this field.
Choose a WA TAFE college that delivers this course
To find out more about doing this course at a WA TAFE college, select one of the TAFEs listed below to read their course descriptions. You'll also be able to see at which TAFE campus/es the course is delivered.
If you would like further information such as when the course is available and how to enrol, and details of course fees, or if you have questions about how the course is delivered, please follow the Find out more link to go to the TAFE's website where you will find full course details and contact information so that you can speak to the TAFE directly.
Become a leader in your field.
The Diploma of Leadership and Management aims to provide students with both academic knowledge and practical management skills.
This qualification is best suited to those looking to enhance their pre-existing leadership and management skills and knowledge to enable them to be a more effective manager. It would also suit those who are moving into a more mid-level position within their organisation.
Individuals at this level display initiative and judgment in planning, organising, implementing and monitoring their own workload and the workload of others. They use communication skills to support individuals and teams to meet organisational or enterprise requirements. They plan, design, apply and evaluate solutions to unpredictable problems, and identify, analyse and synthesise information from a variety of sources.
Develop your skills to lead and manage with confidence
Are you an established leader looking to take your skills to the next level? Or do you want to gain formal recognition for your existing experience and skills in leadership? Our Diploma of Leadership and Management is designed for you.
Join us on a journey of personal and professional growth as we explore leadership strategies and techniques that will set you apart in your field.
Designed for busy professionals, this course will be delivered online or through training for groups of employees, discuss the flexible options available with us.You'll need to provide documentation showing that you have been working in a leadership or management role for at least two years and have responsibility for a minimum of two team members.
Whether you are a small company or a large organisation, if you have staff who wish to further develop their leadership skills, email TAFEPlus@nmtafe.wa.edu.au to see about group training we may be able to deliver.
This course aims to provide students with both academic knowledge and practical management skills.
Students will learn how to communicate as a leader and engage emotional intelligence to plan and problem solve. Furthermore, students will also have the opportunity to enhance their operational, budgeting and financial planning skills, with a focus on creating a sustainable competitive advantage in the workplace.
Successful graduates will be able to demonstrate initiative and sound judgment in planning, organising, implementing, and overseeing their own workload as well as that of others. They will be able to utilise effective communication skills to assist individuals and teams in meeting organisational or business objectives.
When you complete the Diploma of Leadership and Management you will have what it takes for a career as a team leader, middle manager or supervisor.
Completion of the Diploma of Leadership and Management opens up a range of further study options and it may give you advanced standing towards a university degree.
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply knowledge, practical skills and experience in leadership and management across a range of enterprise and industry contexts.
Individuals at this level display initiative and judgement in planning, organising, implementing and monitoring their own workload and the workload of others. They use communication skills to support individuals and teams to meet organisational or enterprise requirements.
They may plan, design, apply and evaluate solutions to unpredictable problems, and identify, analyse and synthesise information from a variety of sources.
While there are no formal entry requirements for this course, many of the assessments require you to engage with multiple team members in various situations to demonstrate competence. You may also be required to access, use and supply many workplace policies, procedures and documents. If you do not have access to these documents, you will be required to research modify and use online policies, processes and documents within your submission.
Choose a private training provider that delivers this course
This course is available from registered training organisations (accredited private training providers) that are also funded through Jobs and Skills WA. Select from the list below, and follow the link to the provider's website for further information about the course and how to enrol.
This qualification covers the competencies required for students who want the practical skills and experience to plan, design, apply and evaluate solutions to unpredictable problems, and identify, analyse and synthesise information from a variety of sources.
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This traineeship allows trainees to build management skills whilst working and supported by our trainers. Conducted predominantly on the job, our trainers will provide one on one support to achieve competency. Supported by our online learning environment, trainees will have access to recorded lecture content, learning resources, videos and case studies. All trainees have access to a Student Support Officer in addition to their trainer to assist them through their learning journey. Call us on 9273 3033 to discuss how we can create a traineeship to suit your trainee and workplace.
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Aspire Performance Training offers the DIPLOMA OF LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT as a Traineeship. Students are required to complete 12 units. There are no pre-requisite or co-requisite units for this qualification. 12 units must be completed to attain the full qualification. Where only some units of competency are achieved, a statement of attainment will be issued. This qualification forms part of the Business Services Training Package BSB. This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply knowledge, practical skills and experience in leadership and management across a range of enterprise and industry contexts. Individuals at this level display initiative and judgement in planning, organising, implementing, and monitoring their own workload and the workload of others. They use communication skills to support individuals and teams to meet organisational or enterprise requirements. They plan, design, apply and evaluate solutions to unpredictable problems, and identify, analyse and synthesise information from a variety of sources. Preferred pathways for candidates considering this qualification include:
• BSB40520 Certificate IV in Leadership and Management or other relevant qualification OR
• with vocational experience but without formal supervision or management qualification.
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Apply the skills and experience in leadership and management roles across a range of business environments to support individuals, teams and the organisation to support organisational needs and goals.
This course is delivered as a traineeship with a combination of on-the-job training and online learning.
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This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply knowledge, practical skills and experience in leadership and management across a range of enterprise and industry contexts. You will develop communication skills to support individuals and teams to meet organisational or enterprise requirements.
Through theory and practical course work you will learn to:
- Develop and use emotional intelligence
- Manage team effectiveness
- Manage business operational plans
- Develop critical thinking in others
- Communicate with influence
This course is suited to emerging leaders and young professionals, new or recently promoted managers or supervisors, and those wanting to further develop their leadership and management capability.
Training delivered via funded and non-funded Traineeships.
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Flexible Training Solutions offers Traineeships in BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management consisting of 12 units of competency (UOC). Training delivery is any combination of online learning, formal training sessions and mentoring. We utilise a mix of on-the-job observations and questioning, and workplace based projects throughout our assessment tasks. Training is contextualised to incorporate Company standard operating procedures and policies. A Training Plan will be created in conjunction with the Employer and Trainee to ensure suitability to individual job roles from a variety of UOCs thus enabling easy transfer of skills and knowledge to workplace task. For further information contact Andrea on 0459 150848 or visit our website.
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The BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management is perfect for managers who want to upskill in their workplace. This course is designed for individuals who apply knowledge, practical skills and experience in leadership and management roles. Individuals at this level display initiative and judgement in planning, organising, implementing and monitoring workload, analyse information and provide guidance and support individuals to meet organisational or enterprise requirements. By completing this course, you’ll develop a broad range of managerial skills such as leading and managing a diverse workforce, developing policies and procedures, understanding and implementing emotional intelligence and risk management strategies.
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A traineeship in BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management provides employees with the necessary on the job skills and knowledge to be a successful leader / manager. You will learn essential skills to demonstrate leadership in the workplace, coordinate business operational plans and strategies, manage budgets and financial plans, recruit staff to name just a few.
We provide individualised on the job training delivery based on the actual needs of both the employee and employer. The nominal duration of this traineeship is 24 months and upon successful completion you will receive a Nationally Recognised Qualification in BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management.
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Complete your Diploma of Leadership and Management to compliment your current experience and develop your ability to supervise teams and manage others!
You will develop skills in management, administration and performance to assist you towards a career path as a team leader, supervisor or manager and it provides a pathway to further study options including a university degree if you wish to continue your learning.
Training is delivered on the job and is flexible around your working schedule.
Call us today on 1300 046 744
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Want to become an inspiring leader? This course teaches you how to become one. Learn human behaviour, critical thinking, workplace relationships and effective communication – all skills you need to lead a team. You can study a Diploma of Leadership and Management as part of a workplace traineeship or complete the course independently.
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Skills Strategies International offers Traineeships in BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management.
Training is conducted onsite at your workplace for your convenience. A customised training plan contextualised to your workplace will be created for you, from a variety of competencies available to suit your job requirements. Please visit our website www.skillstrategies.edu.au or phone (08) 6143 2180 for more information.
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This nationally recognised qualification will provide you practical skills and experience to lead and manage a range of businesses. This course will provide graduates with the skills and knowledge required to perform effectively as a manager, team leader or supervisor managing a workplace.
Graduates of this course will have gained knowledge and awareness of management practices, an understanding of the dynamics and principles underlying effective functioning of work groups, as well as the necessary skills to competently function within small and/or large organisations.
Students completing this traineeship will be working in a managerial role where they apply knowledge, practical skills and experience in leadership and management across a range of enterprise and industry contexts.
Trainees at this level display initiative and judgement in planning, organising, implementing and monitoring their own workload and the workload of others. They support teams and individuals to meet organisational requirements through effective communication.
Participants will require language, literacy and numeracy skills, access to computer and internet as well as computer literacy.
Trainees will participate in facilitated virtual classes, supported online learning and complete practical assessments onsite or at The Pivot Institute/ Mine Training Australia’s facilities in Osborne Park. Site visits will be arranged by your trainer through-out your traineeship. Some students may be eligible for RPL depending on their skills and knowledge. The duration will vary depending on experience and elective units chosen.
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This qualification reflects the role of individuals working as developing and emerging leaders and managers in a range of enterprise and industry contexts. As well as assuming responsibility for their own performance, individuals at this level provide leadership, guidance and support to others. They also have some responsibility for organising and monitoring the output of their team.
They apply solutions to a defined range of predictable and unpredictable problems and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources.
Possible job roles outcome from this qualification could be but not limited to Office Manager, Frontline Sales Manager, Freight Administrative Supervisor, Team Leader, Production Supervisor, Leading Hand, Distribution Centre Supervisor, Supervisor, Warehouse Team Leader, Sales Team Manager, Line Manager, Coordinator (Business Operations) in Industries as Business Administration, Environmental Health, Automotive Manufacturing, Warehousing and Storage, Purchasing and Procurement, Logistics, Retail Management, Customer Service. We can select elective units to match your job role and learning needs requirements.
Training Institute Australasia delivers this qualification for companies wishing to match a nationally accredited course to a staff member’s job role, skills and knowledge in a flexible workplace delivery model. This is undertaken via a User Choice Traineeship pathway on the job at your workplace.
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This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply knowledge, practical skills and experience in leadership and management across a range of enterprise and industry contexts.
Individuals at this level display initiative and judgement in planning, organising, implementing and monitoring their own workload and the workload of others. They use communication skills to support individuals and teams to meet organisational or enterprise requirements.
They may plan, design, apply and evaluate solutions to unpredictable problems, and identify, analyse and synthesise information from a variety of sources.
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This course develops the practical skills and knowledge required to succeed in a high level supervisory or middle management role within business, governmental and not-for-profit organisations. The course is specifically targeted at workers with more than five years work experience who possess the required technical skills and performance history in recent roles, but have been recently promoted, or are being considered for promotion into a leadership position with a degree of authority and autonomy over other personnel and/or organizational processes. It is expected that students will have an existing level of knowledge and exposure to key facets of leadership and management within their organisation or sector and that the course will seek to build and expand upon that existing knowledge to the required level of competency, where that competency is not already achieved. The course is typically delivered on behalf of a sponsoring organisation(s), with the course material contextualised to suit the nature of the work of the participants at an industry sector and geographic perspective. The level of contextualisation will remain sufficiently broad to accommodate multiple organisations within the same industry sector and general geographic location. The course is expected to support participants in developing a broad range of leadership and management skills, knowledge and understanding in order to enhance their ability to operate at a more senior level within their current organization and/or industry/sector.
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The information presented on the course lists within this website is provided to the Department of Training and Workforce Development by the WA TAFE colleges and private training providers, and is offered as a guide only. It is updated regularly, however some changes to details may occur in between updates. You should always contact the TAFE or private training provider directly to confirm details and/or ask questions.