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National code: BSB40520 | CRICOS Code: 104529B
Certificate IV in Leadership and Management
OverviewAbout this course
The Certificate IV in Leadership and Management equips you with skills to provide stable leadership and manage your team in a variety of working environments. With disruption affecting the industry, workplaces and careers, strong leaders are in demand to shape and reshape businesses across all industries.
Develop your critical thinking and communication skills while practising in scenarios that will prepare you to steer your team to brilliance.
TAFE NSW is Australia's leading education and training provider, with over 130 years of history. Our courses are designed in close consultation with industry, so you graduate with relevant, up-to-date skills and knowledge. Take your career to the next level, develop transferable skills and discover your leadership style with TAFE NSW.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learn new skills
Through a mix of theory and practical coursework, learn to:
- Lead and manage a team in a range of environments and changing priorities
- Manage a virtual team in a gig economy
- Evaluate solutions to unpredictable problems
Gain practical experience
Build your experience and get practical skills in:
- Leadership and management across a range of industry workplaces
- Planning, organising, implementing and monitoring your own workload and that of others
- Evaluating solutions to unpredicted problems
Develop your professional confidence
Develop the qualities you need to get ahead in this industry:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Build successful workplace relationships
- Manage a diverse group of people at various levels of skill
- Learn how to guide people to meet their goals
Career pathways
This qualification could help you prepare for roles like:
- Team Leader
- Sales Team Coordinator
- Leading Hand
- Line Manager
SuitabilityInternational entry requirements
At TAFE NSW each course has entry requirements. These help us to make sure that your course choice is right for you and help determine your suitability for a course. We want you to be confident in your decision and successful in your studies.
Academic Requirements:
- Year 12 or equivalent
English Language Requirements:
- Academic IELTS 6.0 (with no individual band less than 5.5) or equivalent
TAFE NSW makes every effort to ensure your Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) needs are met. The level of support you need may be assessed via a review of your LLN skills with written tasks and a one-on-one interview. If you need to strengthen your LLN skills, an individual training plan will be created with you.
To be prepared for this course, it is recommended that you have:
- Ease of working with others and reporting to a manager or supervisor
- Confidence with technology, the ability to access and navigate the internet and use word processing and presentation software
- Experience in industry and are looking to strengthen your managerial skills
If you need help preparing for study, contact us about your options.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Fees and locationsStarting dates, course fees and locations
As an international student, you can choose from a range of different courses, offered at various locations. Experience vibrant spaces, libraries, cafes and gyms, as well as places to make friends and socialise with other students.
| Locations | Starting dates | Course fees |
|---|---|---|
| Meadowbank | Feb, Jul | $7,860 AUD |
| Locations | Starting dates | Course fees |
|---|---|---|
| Meadowbank | Feb, Jul | $8,180 AUD |
Additional costs
Additional costs for uniforms, equipment, textbooks and materials (if applicable) range from $300 - $1,000 AUD per course.
Structure and unitsWhat you will study
At the start of your course, you will receive your timetable. You will need to study all core units and a range of additional units.
Total number of units = 12 5 core units plus 7 elective units of which:
4 elective units must be selected from Group A for the remaining 3 elective units: up to 3 units may be selected from Groups A and B
if not listed, up to 2 units may be selected from a Certificate IV or above, from this or any other currently endorsed Training Package qualification or accredited course.
Core units are the required units that you must complete.
Demonstrate leadership in the workplaceBSBLDR411
Lead effective workplace relationshipsBSBLDR413
Coordinate business operational plansBSBOPS402
Apply communication strategies in the workplaceBSBXCM401
Lead and facilitate a teamBSBXTW401
PathwaysContinue your studies
At TAFE NSW, you can develop your skills or build your expertise by studying a single course. You can also continue your studies with one of the following pathway options:
Vocational study pathway
Enrol in a range of TAFE NSW courses designed to help you kick-start your career and education goals. You can apply for a Student Visa that will cover the duration of your study.
TAFE NSW degree pathway
From certificates to diplomas, to a TAFE NSW degree, continue your studies with us to help build your success. You can apply for a Student Visa that will cover the duration of your study.
TAFE NSW - university partnership pathways
TAFE NSW has partnerships with a number of Australian universities. These universities offer guaranteed entry and credit transfer to eligible students. How much credit you are eligible for varies depending on the course and university you choose. You can apply for a Student Visa that will cover the duration of your study.
Other university pathways
You may gain entry to another university using your TAFE NSW qualifications. Acceptance and the amount of credit transfer may vary depending on the university and course studies. Check your credit eligibility.
Keep learning with TAFE NSW
Build your expertise with a TAFE NSW Business study pathway:
ServicesCampus facilities and support services
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the resources, counselling and facilities to support you while you are studying.
We offer a range of support services including:
- TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
- TAFE NSW Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) support
- TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling, and Pathways Service
- Smarthinking – online access to a tutor
- LinkedIn Learning – an online resource that offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills
We're here to help
If you have more questions about your course choice or study plans contact us today.
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