Diploma of Leadership and Management
COURSE CODE
BSB50420
Build your understanding of key management skills, including leading teams, managing business risk and using emotional intelligence. By the end of this course, you’ll have the skills you need to work as a Team Leader, Supervisor or Manager.
If you’re looking to advance your management career, or for a pathway to a Bachelor of Business, this could be a good course for you.
Key learning outcomes
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Key benefits of studying this course
- Gain practical management skills – Build your ability to implement operational plans and effectively lead a work team in a range of situations
- Build important soft skills – Develop key soft skills that employers want, including being able to communicate in persuasive and emotionally intelligent ways
- Gain a nationally recognised qualification within 1 year – Gain a qualification that’s recognised by employers across Australia
- Learn from experts – When you study with ACBI, you’ll learn from dedicated trainers who hold a wealth of industry and academic experience
- Be supported to succeed – Enjoy access to high-quality student and academic support. From guiding you through assessment questions to helping you understand key management concepts, ACBI is here to support your learning journey
Domestic students
- 6 April 2026
- 4 May 2026
- 6 July 2026
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Course content
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Potential Salaries
Supervisor
$110K
Supervisors are responsible for managing teams of people. They delegate tasks and monitor the work produced by their team members. Supervisors play a key role in ensuring tasks are completed correctly.
Operations Manager
$125K
Operations Managers oversee the day-to-day tasks that keep a business running. They can be responsible for managing the production of products or the provision of services that a company sells.
Manager
$140K
Managers are responsible for leading teams of people, including by planning strategies, setting team goals and organising resources. They provide performance feedback to team members and coach employees on making improvements.
Source: Seek 2026
Entry requirements
FAQs
Can I enrol in a ‘double diploma’ or ‘packaged courses’?
Yes, combining the Diploma of Leadership and Management with another qualification is an excellent way to boost your skills and make yourself more attractive to employers. You can apply to enrol in two or more qualifications at ACBI, studying one after the other. Simply select your desired courses when completing your online application form.
We recommend packaging the Diploma of Leadership and Management with one or more of the following courses:
- Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management
- Graduate Diploma of Strategic Management
- Certificate IV in Information Technology
- Advanced Diploma of Program Management
Is there a higher education pathway?
Yes! As a graduate of this course, you’ll be able to enter a Bachelor of Business at ACBI’s sister college, AIBI Higher Education. You’ll receive advanced standing and up to 80 credit points. This means you’ll already be part of the way towards your degree when you complete your Diploma.
Completing a Bachelor of Business can be a great way to deepen your business skills. As part of this degree, you’ll develop your skills in digital literacy, ethical leadership, sustainability, innovation and more. You’ll also have the option of specialising in AI Management or Hospitality Management.
Having a Bachelor of Business under your belt can also open the door to more advanced business roles. For example, graduates of the Bachelor of Business may pursue careers such as being a Relationship Manager or Business Consultant.
For more information on our higher education pathways, our friendly Course Advisors are here to help. Fill out this form to get in touch.
Who is this course for?
This course can be a great choice for:
- People looking to kickstart or advance their career as a manager, team leader or supervisor
- People looking for a pathway to a Bachelor of Business
- Graduates of Certificate IV qualifications who wish to build more advanced management skills and increase their career options
- International students looking to learn leadership and management while studying at a supportive, welcoming and conveniently located Sydney CBD campus
Why should I study this course at ACBI?
When you choose to study a Diploma of Leadership and Management at ACBI you’ll enjoy:
- Excellent student support – Be supported throughout your student journey. From study plans to interactive online sessions, you’ll be supported to succeed at your studies.
- Being taught by experienced trainers – Our trainers have a wealth of both management and teaching experience.
- A pathway to an undergraduate degree – As a graduate of this course, you can gain entry to a Bachelor of Business.
- A pathway to an Advanced Diploma qualification – Alternatively, you can choose to study one of a range of Advanced Diploma courses after you complete your Diploma. For example, you may go on to study an Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management.
- A convenient Sydney CBD location – ACBI’s Sydney CBD campus is a short walk from Central Station and is close to a range of public transport options.
Should I study a Diploma or Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management?
Great question! Many of our students choose to study the Diploma of Leadership and Management followed by the Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management.
You can think of Diploma of Leadership and Management as building foundational skills. It can be completed within 1 year. This qualification builds important skills in areas such as managing work team performance, running effective meetings and developing operational plans. The Diploma of Leadership and Management can be a great choice if you’re a new team leader or you’re aiming to become a supervisor. It’s can also be good choice if you’re looking for a pathway to an Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management.
Over the course of studying the Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management, you’ll build more advanced management skills. For example, you’ll develop skills in managing organisational change, implementing business plans and leading corporate social responsibility. This course also takes 1 year to complete. Studying an Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management can be a good choice if you’re looking to advance your management career or further your studies.
For advice on which course(s) might best suit your individual needs, connect with a Course Advisor.
Do you have flexible payment plans?
We do. When you study at ACBI, you can choose to pay upfront or with a flexible payment plan. For advice on what options might best suit your individual situation, connect with a Course Advisor.
Do you provide management and leadership training for businesses?
Yes! Whether you’re looking to develop your employees’ frontline management skills or strategic leadership skills, ACBI can help. We can customised learning and assessment materials to match your workforce’s needs. We can also offer a range of partner pricing and tailored delivery options.
For advice on leadership and management training that might best suit your organisation’s needs, connect with a Course Advisor.
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