Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management

Qualification description

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply specialised knowledge and skills, together with experience in leadership and management, across a range of enterprise and industry contexts.

Individuals at this level use initiative and judgement to plan and implement a range of leadership and management functions, with accountability for personal and team outcomes within broad parameters.

They use cognitive and communication skills to identify, analyse and synthesise information from a variety of sources and transfer their knowledge to others, and creative or conceptual skills to express ideas and perspectives or respond to complex problems.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

Entry requirements

Entry to this qualification is limited to those who:

Have completed a Diploma or Advanced Diploma from the BSB Training Package (current or superseded equivalent versions).

Have two years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience in an operational or leadership role in an enterprise.

Packaging rules

Total number of units = 10

5 core units plus

5 elective units, of which:

3 elective units must be selected from the elective units listed below
for the remaining 2 elective units:
- up to 2 units may be selected from the elective units listed below
- if not listed, up to 2 units may be selected from an Advanced Diploma or above, from this or any other currently endorsed Training Package qualification or accredited course.

Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.

Course Duration

208 WEEKS

Delivery Method

face to face /online/ self-paced

Common Job Titles

WHS/OHS Officer: Monitor daily safety and site compliance.
WHS Coordinator: Manage safety documentation and staff training.
Safety Advisor: Advise management on risk control and safety procedures.
Injury Management Coordinator: Assist injured workers with return-to-work plans.

Top Industries

Construction & Mining: High-demand, high-salary roles.
Government: Regulatory and compliance inspector roles.
Manufacturing & Healthcare: Managing warehouse and workplace hazards.

Growth & Pay

Starting Salary: Approximately $75,000 – $90,000 AUD.
Next Step: Upgrade to a Diploma of WHS to move into senior management roles.