BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management
The BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management builds the strategic, people and organisational capability behind senior leadership and director-level roles. Study 100% online, no exams, nationally recognised. Designed for experienced managers ready to step into broader organisational influence.
12 industry-aligned units covering core competencies
What is the Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management?
The BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management is a nationally recognised qualification for experienced managers ready to lead at a senior, organisational level. You might already be a manager, senior staff member or director who carries strategic responsibility, often without formal training in the frameworks behind it.
This qualification formalises that capability. It builds advanced skills in strategic thinking, organisational strategy, change leadership, innovation, business planning, high-level communication and corporate social responsibility. Assessments are based on real workplace projects rather than exams, so you apply each framework to decisions you are already making.
Study is fully online and self-paced, and Recognition of Prior Learning can reduce your study time. It suits managers stepping into senior leadership, those guiding a department or organisation, and experienced leaders who want a recognised credential to match the influence they already hold.
Lead With Confidence, Influence and Strategic Clarity
With the Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management, you’ll be able to lead at an organisational level, shaping strategy, guiding change and influencing direction across teams and departments.
Senior leaders often pick up this strategic responsibility without formal grounding in the frameworks behind it. This qualification gives that influence, structure and recognition, so you can lead with confidence at the level you already operate.
What You'll Develop
Quick Facts
Duration
9–18 months (self-paced, fast-track available)Study Mode
100% online – self-paced and flexible, with people to help when you need itAssessment
Real workplace projects – no examsSupport
Unlimited trainer support by phone and emailCredit Transfer and RPL Pathways
If you have any past studies or experience, you may be eligible to receive credit where possible. This means you don’t need to relearn what you already know and can significantly reduce your study time by up to 60%. Most experienced workers save 3 to 6 months of study time through RPL. Your practical experience has real value and we help you prove it.
Comprehensive Curriculum
Units
Senior leadership brings pressure to influence others, solve complex problems, guide organisational direction and deliver outcomes — often simultaneously. These modules equip you with the strategic, communication and decision-making capabilities required to lead at that level. Each module typically takes around 4 weeks to complete but can be completed faster if your personal time allows.BSBCMM511
Communicate With Influence
BSBCRT611
Apply Critical Thinking for Complex Problem Solving
BSBSTR601
Manage Innovation and Continuous Improvement
BSBLDR601
Lead and Manage Organisational Change
BSBLDR602
Provide Leadership Across the Organisation
BSBSTR602
Develop Organisational Strategies
BSBCRT511
Develop Critical Thinking in Others
BSBOPS601
Develop and Implement Business Plans
BSBSUS601
Lead Corporate Social Responsibility
BSBXCM501
Lead Communication in the Workplace
Comprehensive Curriculum
Entry Requirements
To make sure this course is the right fit and that you’re set up for success, you’ll need to meet the following entry requirements.Age: 25 Years or over
Academic Suitability: Proof of completing:
– Year 12/Senior Certificate; or
– An AQF Qualification at Level 4 or above (Australian Certificate IV, Diploma, University Degree); or
– Pass a Government approved LLN Test. (You must display competence at or above Exit level 3 in both numeracy and literacy)
Language Requirements- See 'English Language Entry Requirements' for more informationIndustry Experience:
To enrol directly in this Qualification you must:
– Have minimum of 3 years in a role as a Foreman or Manager.
– Be currently employed as: Manager, Senior Staff Member, CEO or Director
– Provide Leadership to Section, Department, Organisation or Business
Honest WarningPeople without the recommended experience often struggle and may not complete the course. This is simply due to the level of responsibility required in the assessments. If you have any past studies or experience, you may be eligible to receive credit where possible. This means you don’t need to relearn what you already know and can significantly reduce your study time by up to 60%.
Comprehensive Curriculum
Career Pathways
Leadership and management professionals often move into senior operational, people, strategic and organisational leadership roles, with industry salaries typically ranging from $130K to $250K+, depending on responsibility and organisational size.FAQ
If you are leading other leaders, setting direction, or accountable for a function rather than a single team, you are in the right place. A quick call with an advisor will confirm whether this or the Diploma fits your current role.
The full fee is $8,000. With a GTI scholarship you pay $4,930, a saving of $3,070. Scholarships are subject to eligibility, which a Course Advisor can confirm in a quick call. Payment plans and employer-funded options can be arranged, and the course may be tax deductible if it relates to your current work.
It is the senior leadership qualification in the family, for people leading other leaders or running a function. It recognises strategic, whole-of-business responsibility rather than day-to-day team supervision. It is made up of 10 nationally recognised units (BSB60420).
Across 10 units you focus on strategic thinking, organisational leadership, managing people performance at scale, innovation, and leading change across a business.
This is often a springboard to university study. With relevant management experience, some graduates can enter directly into an MBA. Always confirm current arrangements with the university, as they set the rules, not GTI.
Experienced managers, senior coordinators, and department heads who are already operating at a strategic level and need a credential that reflects it.