Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management
BSB60420
Take your leadership and management skills to the next level. Gain a qualification through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) today.
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Overview
If you have professional experience in management or team leadership, you may be eligible for the BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management. This qualification focuses on leadership and management in Australian organisations. It’s designed to assess your existing knowledge and is applicable across sectors as diverse as mining, business, defence, and police.
The Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management looks at your initiative and judgement in planning and implementing leadership and management responsibilities. By choosing this certificate, you will demonstrate the skills necessary for leadership roles in the modern workplace. You’ll have the proven ability to process complex information, solve problems, and share knowledge with a wider team.
Transform your real work experience into a nationally recognised leadership and management qualification and elevate your career today.
Is this qualification right for you?
The Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management BSB60420 helps experienced professionals transform their knowledge into nationally recognised industry qualifications. Check your eligibility.
Your Experience Snapshot
Apply for this Diploma if you have practical experience with leadership roles in a professional setting. This may include developing others' critical thinking, managing knowledge and information, and being responsible for personal and professional development.
Who This Is Suitable for
Leaders/managers with 2-3 years of experience
Higher-ranking military and emergency services personnel
Heads of department
Senior team leaders
Leaders supporting employee and industrial relations
Industries Commonly Eligible
Public Sector
Mid Level
Business
Management Level
Defence
Operational Level
Security & Risk
Operational Level
Mining
Management Level
Police & Emergency Services
Mid Level
Professional Services
Management Level
Education & Training
Management Level
Don’t see your exact role? That’s okay—we assess your responsibilities and experience, not just your job title.
How RPL Works
Our streamlined RPL process turns your years of experience into a nationally recognised qualification—fast.
Check Eligibility
Complete a quick assessment to see if your experience matches our qualifications.
Submit Evidence
Provide documentation of your work experience, skills, and achievements.
Assessment Review
Our experienced assessors review your evidence against qualification requirements.
Get Qualified
Our experienced assessors review your evidence against qualification requirements.
What Assessors Review
Read our complete RPL guide →→Assessors check documentation like work portfolios, position descriptions, reference letters, and training certificates to verify skills and qualifications.They also map experience by examining job roles, projects delivered, applied skills, and real-world problem-solving examples.
Units and Competencies
Explore the core and elective units where your experience is assessed for this nationally recognised qualification.
Require Qualification Structure
The Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management applies to individuals across multiple industries. Securing this qualification demonstrates that you have specialised knowledge and skills, as well as experience in leadership and management. It can help you expand your career with leadership roles in a broad range of industries including mining, business, government, and construction.
- 10 units total: 5 core units + 5 elective units.
- Elective units are chosen in line with general industry requirements and best practices.
BSBCRT611 Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving
Think critically to develop structured solutions and overcome complex organisational issues.
BSBLDR601 Lead and manage organisational change
Play a dedicated role in leading and managing organisational change.
BSBLDR602 Provide leadership across the organisation
Demonstrate senior leadership behaviour.
BSBOPS601 Develop and implement business plans
Take a senior role in the success of an organisation.
BSBSTR601 Manage innovation and continuous improvement
Develop and sustain an environment that encourages and rewards continuous professional development.
- Use initiative and judgement to implement a range of management functions.
- Identify and analyse data from a variety of sources, and transfer that knowledge to others.
- Demonstrate creative or conceptual skills to express ideas.
- Demonstrate skills in responding to complex problems.
Gaining this certificate through Recognition of Prior Learning qualifies you for careers in multiple industries. You’ll demonstrate the knowledge required to flourish in areas such as business administration, business development, strategic planning, and team leading.
Furthermore, you’ll turn your existing skills into a formal qualification. You can also use your professional experience as credit towards studying for further qualifications and expanding your career paths. Potential job roles include chief data officer, contact centre manager, work health and safety practitioner, and conveyancing manager.
Job outcomes and salary insights
Understand the career and financial value this qualification can deliver.
$80,400 - $115,187
High
Industry Demand
Growing Across Multiple Sectors
Employment Outlook
Salary data based on Australian Bureau of Statistics and industry sources. Individual outcomes may vary based on experience, location, and role.
Pricing
Pricing & Payment Options for Your RPL Qualifications
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Starts at
$1,095
Your appraisal is free. From there, our qualifications typically cost around half the price of traditional study - saving you both time and money.
- Certificate III: $1,095
- Certificate IV: $1,395
- Diploma: $1,895
- Advanced Diploma: $2,200
- Graduate Diploma: $3,600
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- With our 7-day Fast Track upgrade, your qualifications will be issued within 7 days of enrolment and full payment.
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Leadership and Management Career Pathways
Develops management and leadership skills for multiple industries.
Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management BSB60420 (you are here)
Advanced team leadership and organisational skills
Advanced Diploma of Human Resource Management BSB60320
Strategic leadership and specialist HR expertise
Advanced Diploma of Program Management BSB60720
Specialised knowledge and skills in program management
Graduate Diploma of Strategic Leadership BSB80320
Senior knowledge and skills in strategic leadership and management
What this qualification can lead to
Read our complete RPL guide→With qualifying experience, graduates can progress into senior leadership positions across multiple industries. Job titles include manager, area manager, senior manager, head of department, and senior team leader.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about RPL and the Churchill Education process
Still have questions?
Our team is here to help. Get in touch and we will answer any questions you have about RPL.
The Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management is a professional qualification designed to recognise your existing experience in management and leadership roles.
This diploma transforms your hard work and achievements into a nationally recognised qualification. It demonstrates to potential employers that you possess the capacity to lead others and operate a business at the highest level.
Obtaining an Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management through RPL can lead to employment in a wide range of managerial roles. At the advanced diploma level, your leadership and management experience is complemented by specialist skills and knowledge in a range of contexts.
Yes, the Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management is nationally recognised across Australia. It’s issued under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) and meets the Higher Education Standards framework.
Submitting an application for this advanced diploma is definitely worthwhile. Any professionals with managerial roles who wish to formalise their experience can do so in a brief period of time, compared with studying the same qualification. The forecast for advanced managerial roles is positive, and if you wish to advance to higher roles, the Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management can greatly improve your chances.
If you’re unsure whether this is the right qualification, check your eligibility by booking a free appraisal.
No. We can recognise relevant leadership and management experience gained overseas, provided it can be properly documented. However, because this is an Australian nationally recognised qualification, applicants must have a connection to Australia, such as Australian citizenship, permanent residency, valid work rights, or employment with an Australian-owned or Australian-operating organisation.
It takes 14 days from receipt of enrolment and payment to officially award your qualification. Alternatively, you can take advantage of our VIP Fast-Track service, where it can be processed in 7 days. Contact our team to learn more.