Course Overview
Mentor Education’s nationally recognised BSB50420 – Diploma of Leadership and Management course will deliver the skills and knowledge needed to lead and manage organisations.
This latest release of this qualification (supersedes BSB51918 – Diploma of Leadership and Management) is ideal if you’re seeking the skills and knowledge to lead and manage individuals, teams and organisations. The course is suited to those currently in or looking to undertake leadership and management roles and provides a succinct overview of core business fundamentals that are key to business operations.
Note: This course is available as a stand-alone qualification or students can undertake this course by completing the Dual BSB50120 – Diploma Of Business + BSB50420 – Diploma of Leadership and Management.
Who's It For?
This qualification has been designed to accommodate both individuals with no formal training qualifications and those seeking an entry point for transition into further education. The program is particularly suitable for candidates currently working in leadership and/or management roles who are seeking a formal qualification to enhance and confirm their existing knowledge and skills.
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
- Manager Transport Manager
- Information Services Manager
- Distribution Centre Manager
- Corporate Services Manager
- Public Sector Manager
- Office Manager
- Operations Manager
- Warehouse Manager
- Business Development Manager
- Business Manager
What You'll Learn
The qualification comprises of core business units of competency covering disciplines including:
- Emotional intelligence
- Leading and managing workplace relationships and team effectiveness
- Budgeting and Financial Planning and Risk Management
- Management of employee performance, workforce management and employee relations
- Facilitation of continuous improvement
Recognition


Study Method
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
- 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 and Study Load
- Up to 12 months
Delivery
- 100% online learning with access to live and pre-recorded weekly virtual classroom tutorials.
Entry Requirements
This is an open entry course with no pre-requisite qualifications. However, we recommend that students undertaking this course:
- Are over 18 years of age at the time of commencement
- Have successfully completed a year 12 certificate or equivalent
- Have a strong grasp of computer/technical skills
- Microsoft Office (or freeware equivalent) installed on their computer
- Access to a reliable high-quality internet connection
- Adequate literacy/numeracy skills
Course Features
Support
- Throughout your study time with Mentor Education, you will be supported by a fully resourced student support team trained in managing the needs of today’s students.
- Whilst completing your qualification, you are entitled to unlimited e-mail and phone support by our experienced student support team between Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm, so you are never left to feel ‘lost’ or stuck during your studies.
Learning Materials
- Mentor Education has developed this qualification with student needs central to its structure.
- The learning materials offered in this course are designed to give you exposure to what you would actually do in the workplace and includes textbooks, learner guides, study guides, PowerPoint presentations and live online classroom-based tutorials – all included in the initial enrolment fee with no more to pay.
Online Delivery
- The best thing about completing your qualification with Mentor is just how effectively and easily it makes study fit in with your current lifestyle.
- With the online learning management system and virtual classrooms, you can interact with your cohort and study just about anywhere you can find an internet connection.
Professional Recognition
Mentor Education’s Diploma of Leadership and Management (BSB51918) qualification is a nationally recognised qualification, complying with the AQF standard and ASQA standards for Registered Training Organisations.
With over 15 years’ experience and more than 20,000 students, Mentor has a well-earned reputation as the largest privately owned financial-services education provider, with full student support, quality training and assessment and linkages to employers, aggregators, mentors and the broader industry.
Assessment
- Short/long answer questions
- Multiple-choice questions
- Case study and scenarios
- Projects
- Presentations
- Research tasks
Testimonials
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"..Mentor Education simply makes our lives easier. Their professional problem-solving approach allows us to focus on other parts of the business; safe in the knowledge that Mentor graduates have what is takes to provide our clients with sound and accurate advice.."Charles CavallaroDiploma of Leadership and Management
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About Mentor Education
Established in 2003, we are Australia’s largest privately owned training organisation focused purely on Financial Services & Business training market. Many of our graduates currently work for Australia’s leading financial services institutions (including Big 4 Banks) and small businesses all around Australia. Building on the strong relationships we develop with learners completing our courses, our industry experts are available by arrangement to provide ongoing mentoring on an individual or organisation-wide basis.
Exemplary Student Support
With nearly 20 years’ experience, Mentor Education has gained an enviable reputation amongst financial and business services professionals as a result of its commitment to providing an exceptional student experience, professional training and assessment material supported by best of breed technology and a dedicated, passionate team.
Our commitment to you
Our commitment is exemplified by the high level of student support received – our industry experts and assessors are available to personally respond to your questions and offer constructive feedback and guidance.
Mentor Education is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 21683)