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BSB40520

Certificate IV in Leadership and Management

For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students

Discover your potential in leadership and management with this mid-level qualification. You'll learn specialised skills that will help you to excel as a team leader or supervisor.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Far North Queensland
WAYS TO STUDY On campus
NEXT INTAKE Start date: 15 Jul 2024 Duration: up to 1 year View all intakes
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Fee-Free TAFE
$0
Full Fee
$4,310

Course overview

Accelerate your leadership or management career with this intermediate-level course designed specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. TAFE Queensland understands that it takes specialised skills and knowledge to get ahead, and this course is designed to give you the qualifications and experience you need to succeed.

According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, demand for office management roles is expected to experience stable growth over the next five years. This is a very large occupation with job opportunities available across a number of industries including construction, professional services, and education and training. 

This course is facilitated by expert teaching staff who have a high degree of industry connection and are able to guide you successfully through your studies. You will learn how to communicate effectively as a workplace leader, make a presentation, implement an operational plan, uphold customer service standards, and implement a strategy of continuous improvement.

Successfully completing this course will allow you to confidently seek work as a team leader or supervisor in a range of industries.

What can I do?

  • Team Leader
  • Supervisor

Course outcome:

BSB40520 Certificate IV in Leadership and Management

Remote student support

Courses designed specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students include intensive blocks of training on campus known as residential blocks. Funding support is available for students who need to travel away from their communities to cover necessities like travel, accommodation, and meals. To see if you're eligible contact our student support officers.

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What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 7 elective units from the list below.

  • UNIT CODE
  • UNIT NAME

  • UNIT CODE
  • BSBLDR411
    Demonstrate leadership in the workplace
    UNIT CODE :
    BSBLDR411
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead teams and individuals by modelling high standards of conduct to reflect the organisation’s standards and values.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Demonstrate leadership in the workplace

  • UNIT CODE
  • BSBLDR413
    Lead effective workplace relationships
    UNIT CODE :
    BSBLDR413
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills, knowledge and outcomes required to use leadership to promote team cohesion. It includes motivating, mentoring, coaching and developing the team and forming the bridge between the management of the organisation and team members.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Lead effective workplace relationships

  • UNIT CODE
  • BSBOPS402
    Coordinate business operational plans
    UNIT CODE :
    BSBOPS402
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to implement operational plans by planning and acquiring resources, monitoring and adjusting operational performance and providing reports on performance, as required.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Coordinate business operational plans

  • UNIT CODE
  • BSBXCM401
    Apply communication strategies in the workplace
    UNIT CODE :
    BSBXCM401
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to facilitate and apply communication strategies in the workplace within any industry.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Apply communication strategies in the workplace

  • UNIT CODE
  • BSBXTW401
    Lead and facilitate a team
    UNIT CODE :
    BSBXTW401
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to effectively lead and facilitate a team in a workplace within any industry.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Lead and facilitate a team

Ways to study
  • You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more

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CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Cairns
On campus with some online
15 Jul 2024
up to 1 year
Full time residential blocks: 22 - 26 July 2024, 26 August - 6 September 2024, 14 - 25 October 2024, 9 - 13 December 2024, 24 February - 7 March 2025, 28 April - 2 May 2025, 16 - 27 June 2025, 22 July - 1 August 2025
  • Fee-Free TAFE: $0
  • Full fee: $4,310
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Cairns

On campus with some online

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    20%
  • On Campus Time
    80%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

15 Jul 2024

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 1 year

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time residential blocks: 22 - 26 July 2024, 26 August - 6 September 2024, 14 - 25 October 2024, 9 - 13 December 2024, 24 February - 7 March 2025, 28 April - 2 May 2025, 16 - 27 June 2025, 22 July - 1 August 2025

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Fee-Free TAFE: $0
  • Full fee: $4,310
Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

Online, On-Campus

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

    The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

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Certificate IV in Leadership and Management (BSB40520)

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Certificate IV in Leadership and Management

COURSE CODE: BSB40520
Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help. 

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

You will be required to complete the bksb to identify any Learning Support needs.

It is recommended that you have an understanding of basic business and technology concepts, which may have been acquired through previous training, qualifications and/or work experience in a business-related field.

You will be required to access and use technology to complete the learning assessment activities and resources within this course.

It is recommended that you have completed at least a Certificate III in Business or equivalent level of qualification or have some experience in mentoring and/or directing others in a workplace.

Resources required

Trainers to provide the texts and associated files.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

Learn more about University Pathways

  • James Cook University
  • Southern Cross University
  • University of Canberra
  • Griffith University
  • Queensland University of Technology
  • University of Southern Queensland

How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online. 

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

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