Start your journey into management with confidence – NSW Smart and Skilled funding available for eligible students.
Course Overview
Take the next step in your career and move confidently into leadership with the BSB40520 Certificate IV in Leadership and Management.
Whether you’re already supervising a team or ready to step up, this nationally recognised qualification will give you the practical skills to lead with confidence, support your team, and keep work running smoothly. You’ll learn how to organise workloads, communicate effectively, and handle real workplace challenges, skills that every great leader relies on.
Best of all, with Smart and Skilled funding available in NSW, you may be eligible to reduce the cost of your course, making it easier to invest in your future. Flexible payment plans are also available, so you can start building your leadership career sooner.
Who's It For?
This course is ideal if you’re ready to step into a leadership role or you’re already supervising others and want to build your confidence and capability.
Whether you’re coordinating a small team, leading projects, or looking to move up from an operational role, this qualification will help you develop the practical skills to guide, support and get the best out of your team.
Designed for emerging leaders across any industry, it’s a great fit for those who want to grow their career, take on more responsibility, and become a confident, effective manager—without needing prior formal leadership training.
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
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Team Leader
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Professional/Management Roles
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Coordinator
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Clerical/Administrator Positions
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Assistant
What You'll Learn
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
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Confidently lead a team and bring out the best in others
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Plan and deliver projects or key tasks from start to finish
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Communicate clearly and handle workplace challenges with ease
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Improve team performance and create a more productive work environment
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Support and develop your team through coaching and feedback
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Stay organised, manage workloads, and keep operations running smoothly
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Deliver better customer experiences and respond to feedback effectively
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Identify risks and help create a safe, compliant workplace
Recognition
Study Method
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- 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
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
Locations
- New South Wales
Duration Study Load
The Estimated time to complete the course is:
- 11 hours per week over a study period of up to 2 years
Delivery
- Individual students (online/webinars)
- Customised in-house training for groups, corporations and organisations.
Entry Requirements
Education Requirements
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Year 11 or older ; OR
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Certificate III level qualification; OR
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Language, literacy, and numeracy literate
Work Requirements
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Currently working as a Team Leader; OR
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1+ year of RELEVANT work experience; OR
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3 + years of ANY work experience
Professional Recognition
The attainment of the Certificate IV in Leadership and Management will allow for articulation into higher awards including the Diploma of Business and the Diploma of Leadership and Management.
Assessment
A combination of knowledge questions, work-related tasks and evidence portfolio, or RPL.
Testimonials
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"UNE partnerships made online study easy. I always felt supported. They offered live webinars with group sessions for questions, and personal sessions with an educator whenever you needed help or assistance. The online portal was easy to navigate. The content was clear and current. I have completed 2 courses now with UNE partnerships and found the support to be great."Linda AndersonCertificate IV in Leadership and Management (NSW Only)
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About UNE Partnerships Pty Ltd
Why study with UNE Partnerships?With over 40 years of experience in distance and online education, UNE Partnerships is a leading Registered Training Organisation delivering nationally recognised qualifications that are practical, flexible and designed for real career outcomes.As the wholly owned education and training company of the University of New England—one of Australia’s oldest and most experienced distance education providers—you can be confident you’re learning with a trusted and respected institution.Our courses are built with industry in mind, so what you learn can be applied straight away in your workplace. Whether you’re looking to upskill, change careers, or continue your study journey, many of our qualifications provide pathways into further study, including undergraduate and postgraduate degrees.From your first enquiry through to graduation, you’ll be supported every step of the way by our experienced Course Advisors, dedicated Student Engagement team, Educators and industry experts who understand and are passionate about your future personal and professional goals.UNE Partnerships Pty Ltd is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 6754)
