Leadership & Management Qualifications
Nationally recognised training
Become the leader your team needs with a nationally recognised qualification. Study a Certificate IV or Diploma in leadership and management 100% online and self-paced, with support from qualified trainers and no exams.
Not sure which stream? The Leadership and Management qualifications (BSB40520, BSB50420) are the dedicated pathway for people whose next role is leading people. The Business (Leadership) qualifications (BSB40120, BSB50120) build the same leadership core inside a broader business qualification, for people who want general business skills alongside leadership.
Certificate IV vs Diploma of Leadership and Management
The Certificate IV in Leadership and Management suits new and emerging leaders moving into their first supervisor or team leader role. The Diploma of Leadership and Management suits experienced supervisors stepping into management, covering strategic planning, organisational development and managing people at scale.
| Certificate IV (BSB40520) | Diploma (BSB50420) | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | New and aspiring team leaders and supervisors | Experienced supervisors stepping into management |
| Career outcomes | Team leader, supervisor | Business manager, regional manager, transport services manager |
| Typical duration | 12 to 18 months, self-paced | 18 to 24 months, self-paced |
| Entry requirements | None formal | None formal; suits people already leading a team |
| Pathway | Diploma of Leadership and Management or Diploma of Project Management | Related diplomas such as Project Management or Business |
Meet your Leadership Trainers
Upskilled's BSB leadership qualifications are delivered by a dedicated vocational education team. You are assessed by qualified trainers, not by software.
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I enjoyed the course certificate 4 in leadership and management.
The student support was always really good, Learning platform easy to navigate, The time frame allowed me to study and work full time.
Overall was a good experience and i would be happy to study with upskilled again in the future.
November 2025 - started Diploma in Human Resources. I'm back to study again and luckily enough to score Sarah again! Jackson Jarvis and Amba Rees have been brilliant in answering all my questions and finalising the setup of the course. I was able to get 4x credit transfers from previous diploma and 5% off my course as I'm a returning customer. Thoroughly enjoy the layout of this course, starting one unit, pacing yourself and actually finishing the unit. I know Uni study courses can start with one unit but then you have to refer to different units within that one course, which can be hard to follow.
If you prefer a direct trainer, try to get a course with Zaiba Khan on it.
April 2024 - started Diploma in Leadership and Management November 2024 - finished Diploma in Leadership and Management Sarah has been absolutely amazing and accommodating. I would definitely recommend a course with her in it.
I recently completed my 2nd diploma with UpSkilled and will be looking towards a third in the near future. The content was well-structured, practical, and easy to follow, making it perfect for work/life/study balance as you can study at your own pace. A special mention goes out to my trainer, Sarah, whose clear communication and genuine understanding of how best to explain the steps I needed to take whenever I felt stuck. I highly recommend UpSkilled to anyone looking to further their career through online education .
Update: After completion of the most recent course, I felt a new confidence in my studying ability that I am now officially enrolled into a University course, thanks to the completion of the nationally recognised Diploma's I'm not required to complete an undergrad course either!
I recently completed a Diploma of Leadership & Development with Upskilled and I had a great experience. The course was well structured, relevant and easy to follow. I was able to balance my studies with work and family commitments. A special mention goes to my trainer Sarah Marshall who went above and beyond to provide guidance and support throughout my course. I highly recommend Upskilled to anyone looking to advance their career through training.
Where a leadership qualification can take you
These qualifications are designed to prepare you for roles across team leadership, operations and general management. Indicative salary ranges for related roles in Australia:
FAQs - Business and Leadership Courses
Yes. Every qualification on this page is nationally recognised training under the Australian Qualifications Framework, delivered by Upskilled (RTO 40374). You graduate with the same credential you would earn on campus, at Certificate IV or Diploma level.
The Certificate IV in Leadership and Management (BSB40520) is designed for new and emerging leaders: frontline team coordination, operational planning and workplace communication. The Diploma of Leadership and Management (BSB50420) is designed for experienced supervisors stepping into management: strategic planning, organisational development and managing budgets and people at scale.
Payment plans start at $64 per week for the Certificate IV qualifications and $65 per week for the Diploma of Leadership and Management. Upfront payment prices are lower than the plan total and are shown on each course page. Accredited qualifications are GST free.
There are no formal entry requirements. The Certificate IV suits aspiring and newly appointed team leaders and supervisors. The Diploma suits people who already lead a team or function and want to step into broader management. An Upskilled education consultant can help you pick the right level.
Yes. Completing a Diploma can earn you credit towards a related degree at many Australian universities. Qualifications also stack: the Certificate IV in Leadership and Management can lead to the Diploma, so you can build towards further study step by step.
Zaiba Hozam Khan
Head of Vocational Education — BSB, Upskilled
Zaiba leads the BSB Business stream at Upskilled and brings more than two decades of experience across teaching, training and senior education leadership. She has trained in business, management and HR qualifications across Australia and overseas, and holds a Master of Education along with advanced credentials in training, assessment, leadership and HR. She reviews Upskilled's business qualification content to ensure it reflects current industry practice and accurately represents the skills and outcomes of the BSB framework.
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