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Qualification Snapshot

A quick overview of what this qualification offers and who it's designed for.

Diploma (AQF Level 5)

Qualification level

RPL + Online Support

Delivery method

7-14 Day Turnaround

Subject to evidence

$1895

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Overview

The Diploma of Business (Leadership) BSB50120 is a speciality version of the Diploma of Business available to complete by Recognition of Prior Learning.

This qualification is a widely transferable qualification across industries and occupations. Leading is a skill that is highly desired in workplaces. Diploma of Business (Leadership) BSB50120 starts with the skills, knowledge and responsibilities that offer leadership in a business to take a company from a group of individuals to a single team.

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Is this qualification right for you?

This qualification is intended for individuals who have experience completing moderately complex business operations. This can include frontline management responsibilities and other leadership positions.

Experience Snapshot

You can apply for the Diploma of Business (Leadership) BSB50120 through RPL if you have worked in a leadership position. Your duties will include developing individual team members and the wider workforce, assessing your team’s performance and identifying areas that require improvement, and cultivating a diverse, productive, welcoming work environment.

Who this is suitable for

Business Analysts

Contact Centre Managers

Operational or strategic task specialists

Senior-level government employees or military personnel

Professionals looking to transition to higher roles

Industries Commonly Eligible

Business

Senior Level

Security & Risk

Mid-senior Level

Defence

Operational Level

Security & Risk

Operational Level

Infrastructure

Operational Level

Police & Emergency Services

Operational - Senior Level

Mining

Operational Level

Education & Training

Mid Level

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What Does Eligibility Mean?

Relevant work experience
Evidence of skills and knowledge
Nationally recognised qualifications

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Our experienced assessors review your evidence against qualification requirements.

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 prior experience is assessed for a Diploma of Business (Leadership) BSB50120.

Require Qualification Structure

Qualification Overview

The Diploma of Business (Leadership) BSB50120 relates to working professionals who can evidence their leadership knowledge and abilities. Electives will be required to demonstrate their capacity for leading others in a variety of environments. 

  • 12 units total: 5 core units + 7 elective units
  • Elective units are chosen in line with general industry requirements and best practices

BSBCRT511 Develop critical thinking in others

Coach others in a business environment and develop their analytical, evaluation, and synthesis skills. 

BSBFIN501 Manage budgets and financial plans

Undertake financial management in the workplace. 

BSBOPS501 Manage business resources

Organise business resources in accordance with planned strategies. 

BSBSUS511 Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability

Undertake work to develop and implement sustainability plans. 

BSBXCM501 Lead communication in the workplace

Demonstrate communication skills while leading others. 

BSBLDR521 Lead the development of diverse workforces

Support and engage with a diverse workforce to maximise benefits for the business.  

BSBLDR522 Manage people performance

Allocate work, review performance, and provide feedback to a team. 

BSBOPS502 Manage business operational plans

Manage the work of others and operate within the parameters of a business plan. 

BSBPEF501 Manage personal and professional development

Implement systems and processes to support the development of others. 

BSBPEF502 Develop and use emotional intelligence

Identify, analyse, synthesise, and act on information from a range of sources and deal with unpredictable problems. 

 

BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness

Lead and build a positive work culture within your team(s).

BSBTWK503 Manage meetings

Organise and chair meetings, organise the minutes and report outcomes. 

  • Apply critical thinking to assess workplace standards
  • Produce complex documents
  • Support and encourage professional development in others
  • Demonstrate sound finance and resource management
  • Communicate effectively through a range of channels

This qualification is widely transferable across industries and occupations. Graduates have progressed to careers in fields such as business management, project management, the public sector, emergency services, human resources, and marketing. Job titles have included Business Manager, Chief Data Officer, Audit Manager, Project Contracts Manager, and Campaign Manager. 

Job outcomes and salary insights

Understand the career and financial value this qualification can deliver.

$60,000 - $90,000

Salary Range

High

Industry Demand

Strong Growth

Employment Outlook

Salary data based on Australian Bureau of Statistics and industry sources. Individual outcomes may vary based on experience, location, and role.

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  • Certificate IV: $1,395
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  • Advanced Diploma: $2,200
  • Graduate Diploma: $3,600

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What this qualification can lead to

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As a graduate, you can use this qualification as supporting evidence when applying for leadership roles across a variety of industries. Our graduates have progressed to team leadership roles across industries, including mining, infrastructure, local government, and the private sector. This diploma can also be used as supporting credit to advance to further education.

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What is a Diploma of Business (Leadership) BSB50120?

The Diploma of Business (Leadership) BSB50120 is a specialised variant of the Diploma of Business. It is a professional qualification that explores strategic team leadership, interpersonal skills, project management, organising financial plans, and other qualities to help graduates successfully navigate the Australian business landscape. 

Once you’ve earned a Diploma of Business (Leadership) BSB50120, you can use it as supporting evidence when applying for senior roles within an organisation. Our graduates have transitioned to roles like Senior Project Manager, Team Leader, and Business Development Manager. 

No, you won’t need to take time off from your regular job to study the Diploma of Business (Leadership) BSB50120. If you apply through RPL, your prior work experience is assessed, and there is no requirement for additional learning. It recognises your existing abilities rather than teaching new skills, and formalises them as a qualification. 

Yes, the Diploma of Business (Leadership) BSB50120 is recognised across Australia. Churchill Education is regulated by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA), the Australian Government regulatory body for the VET sector. The qualifications that we offer are nationally recognised and issued under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). 

The Diploma of Business (Leadership) BSB50120 is a specialised version of the Diploma of Business BSB50120, with a greater emphasis placed on leadership skills than the generalist qualification. They both deal with managing effective workplace relationships and cover personal and professional development. However, the Diploma of Business (Leadership) BSB50120 goes into more detail about team leadership, and doesn’t cover other business areas (such as assessing business risk) as much. 

No, you do not need to provide evidence of a leadership role in Australia itself to qualify for the Diploma of Business (Leadership) BSB50120. We will accept documented evidence of relevant work outside the Australian borders, but we will insist you have a direct link to this country. This can include Australian citizenship, valid work rights, or employment with an Australian-operating/owned organisation.

The RPL process takes 7-14 days from receipt of your enrolment and payment. If you are pressed for time and wish to get it faster, you can receive your qualification in 7 days with our fast-track VIP service. 

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