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BSB40520

Certificate IV in Leadership and Management (NSW Only)

Study Method
Online
Institution
UNE Partnerships Pty Ltd
Recognition
Nationally Recognised Training
Start Date
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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.

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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:

  • Team Leader

  • Professional/Management Roles

  • Coordinator

  • Clerical/Administrator Positions

  • Assistant

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What You'll Learn

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

  • Confidently lead a team and bring out the best in others

  • Plan and deliver projects or key tasks from start to finish

  • Communicate clearly and handle workplace challenges with ease

  • Improve team performance and create a more productive work environment

  • Support and develop your team through coaching and feedback

  • Stay organised, manage workloads, and keep operations running smoothly

  • Deliver better customer experiences and respond to feedback effectively

  • Identify risks and help create a safe, compliant workplace

Recognition

<p>Nationally recognised training logo.</p>
This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia

Study Method

  • Online
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Locations

New South Wales australia-map
  • 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

  • Year 11 or older ; OR

  • Certificate III level qualification; OR

  • Language, literacy, and numeracy literate

Work Requirements

  • Currently working as a Team Leader; OR

  • 1+ year of RELEVANT work experience; OR

  • 3 + years of ANY work experience

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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

  • "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 Anderson
    Certificate IV in Leadership and Management (NSW Only)

Subjects

Core Units
BSBPEF502Develop and use emotional intelligence

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and use emotional intelligence to increase self-awareness, self-management, social awareness and relationship management in the workplace.
The unit applies to individuals who are required to identify, analyse, synthesise and act on information from a range of sources and who deal with unpredictable problems as part of their job role. These individuals may be responsible for leading a team or work area.

SIRXCEG004Create a customer-centric culture

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manage and ensure the delivery of customer service standards and work with team members to improve customer experiences.
It applies to individuals working in customer service management roles in a diverse range of industry sectors and business contexts. They operate independently with some responsibility for others and decision making, and within established organisational policies and procedures.

BSBSTR502Facilitate continuous improvement

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead and manage continuous improvement systems and processes. Particular emphasis is on the development of systems and the analysis of information to monitor and adjust performance strategies, and to manage opportunities for further improvements.
The unit applies to individuals who take an active role in managing a continuous improvement process in order to achieve an organisation’s objectives. At this level, work will normally be carried out using complex and diverse methods and procedures which require the exercise of considerable discretion and judgment, using a range of problem-solving and decision-making strategies.

BSBTEC403Apply digital solutions to work processes

his unit defines the skills, knowledge, and outcomes to integrate digital technologies into common management practice.
The unit applies to supervisors, teams, and new and emerging leaders who need to apply digital vision and solutions within structured work environments

BSBPEF402Develop personal work priorities

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan and prioritise own work tasks. It also addresses the skills and knowledge to monitor and obtain feedback on personal work performance.
The unit applies to individuals who are required to design their own work schedules and work plans and to establish priorities for their work. They will typically hold some responsibilities for the work of others and have some autonomy in relation to their own role.

BSBLDR411Demonstrate leadership in the workplace

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.
The unit applies to individuals who are making the transition from being a team member to taking responsibility for the work and performance of others and providing the first level of leadership within the organisation. These leaders have a strong influence on the work culture, values and ethics of the teams they supervise.

BSBXCM401Apply communication strategies in the workplace

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to facilitate and apply communication strategies in the workplace within any industry.
This unit has a specific focus on the communication skills required for supervisor level workers with responsibility for other workers.

BSBLDR413Lead effective workplace relationships

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.
The unit applies to team leaders, supervisors and new or emerging managers where leadership plays a role in developing and maintaining effective workplace relationships. It applies in any industry or community context. At this level work will normally be carried out within routine and non-routine methods and procedures, which require planning, evaluation, leadership and guidance of others.

BSBXTW401Lead and facilitate a team

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to effectively lead and facilitate a team in a workplace within any industry.
This unit has a specific focus on the teamwork skills required for team leader or supervisor level (depending on organisational structure) workers with responsibility for others or teams.

BSBXBD403 Analyse big data

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to analyse transactional and non-transactional big data in order to provide insights that are used in an organisation. It involves identifying trends and relationships within big data, and establishing data acceptability. It also involves forming recommendations based on the analysis, and reporting on analysis findings.
It applies to those who work in a broad range of industries and job roles using big data analysis techniques in their day-to-day work.

BSBOPS403Apply business risk management processes

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify business risks and to apply established risk management processes to a defined area of operations that are within the responsibilities and obligations of the work role.
The unit applies to individuals with a broad knowledge of risk analysis or project management who contribute well developed skills in creating solutions to unpredictable problems through analysis and evaluation of information from a variety of sources. They may have responsibility to provide guidance or delegate aspects of these tasks to others. Risks applicable to own work responsibilities and area of operation may include projects being undertaken individually or by a team, or operations within a section of the organisation.

BSBOPS402 Coordinate business operational plans

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.
The unit applies to individuals who plan activities to achieve team and organisational objectives. At this level, work will normally be carried out within routine and non-routine methods and involve procedures that require planning, evaluation, leadership and guidance of others.

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Payment Options

  • Smart and Skilled Funding is available in New South Wales

  • Government Funding, Incentives and Traineeships may be available in your state

  • Flexible Payment Plan Options are available

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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)

Job Outcomes

Potential career outcomes could include:

  • Team Leader

  • Professional/Management Roles

  • Coordinator

  • Clerical/Administrator Positions

  • Assistant

Want to see more job outcomes and how your future could change?
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Recognition

<p>Nationally recognised training logo.</p>
This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia

Study Method

  • Online
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Locations

New South Wales australia-map
  • New South Wales

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