Short course: Introduction to Leadership & Management
Nationally Recognised Qualification
Course Overview
Looking to sharpen your communication and organisational skills as a leader? Our Statement of Attainment in BSB40520 - Certificate IV in Leadership and Management including: (Develop Personal Work Priorities, Leadership and Communication Strategies) will provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to organise work priorities to ensure that the best strategies are in place to lead a team and enhance workplace communication.
If you're in a leadership position and want to make an impact, this course can help sharpen your skill set in leadership, ensuring that there's effective work output and time management in your team.
What you will learn
In this course, you'll learn to:
- Demonstrate leadership in the workplace
- Develop personal work priorities
- Apply communication strategies in the workplace
- Be a strong influence when it comes managing the performance of team members, ensuring that management style reflects workplace culture, values and ethics.
- Plan and prioritise work priorities that impact the team and that key responsibilities are upheld in management role.
- Display effective communication in the workplace.
Other personal skills you may learn long the way include:
- Leadership
- Critical thinking
- Communication skills
Studying with Upskilled
What's Included?
By choosing the Short course: Introduction to Leadership & Management, you'll gain access to resources that enhance your online learning experience, making it interactive and engaging:
Course Modules
To satisfy the requirements of this qualification, you'll need to complete the following units of competency.
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.
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.
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.
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How to enrol
What you need to know
Entry Requirements
Upskilled always want to ensure that our students are enrolled in the right course for them.
These entry requirements are here as a guide and it's always best to talk to one of our Education Consultants if you have any questions, as they're trained to ensure that you're enrolled in a course that aligns with your career goals.
Ideally, you'll have some experience in a leadership role, or be in the position where you supervise others in a team.
The Short Course in Introduction to Leadership and Management is highly suitable if you work in the following roles:
- Supervisor
- Team Leader
- Manager
*Additional eligibility criteria may be applicable and affected by other factors and personal circumstances. Please speak with our Education Consultants to confirm your eligibility for this course.
Assessment
This course will have you undertake summative and formative assessments, write reports and/or create a portfolio, and participate in role-playing scenarios. You'll also be working on a variety of projects that require your own research as well as answering various written/oral questions that apply the theory you learn into practice.
Recognition of Prior Learning / Credit Transfer
You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Credit Transfer (CT) with supporting evidence of prior education or work experience. This can reduce your study load or course duration. Speak with your Education Consultant before enrolment for details, or download the application from MyUpskilled after enrolment. A trainer will assess your eligibility.
Dedicated Business Trainers
Our business trainers are dedicated professionals with extensive knowledge and expertise in the field, keeping you updated on the latest industry trends. They offer qualifications in areas such as business administration, management, and finance, providing the guidance you need to excel in the business industry. The business faculty fosters a supportive learning environment with 'Ask Me Anything' Zoom sessions, where you can receive guidance and collaborate with fellow students.
FAQs
If you're interested in learning some basic skills in leadership and management, or looking for a supplementary course that can add value to your current profession, then the Short Course in Introduction to Leadership and Management can be a valuable learning opportunity.
This course also includes units from the full qualification BSB40520 - Certificate IV in Leadership and Management, so if you're interested in pursuing roles as a Team Leader or Supervisor where good skills in management and leadership are required, this short course is a great starting point.
The Short Course in Introduction to Leadership and Management has no specific entry requirements, however, it's best to have a chat with our education consultants so that they can help assess your current skills and experience and see if this is the best learning opportunity for you.
Ideally, you'll have some experience in a leadership and management role or be in a position where you supervise and lead a team. This course is also delivered online, so having great time management skills and high self-motivation can help you make progress with your studies.
To enrol in a Short Course in Introduction to Leadership and Management, you'll need to fill out an enquiry form via the Upskilled website. On the form, you'll need to provide details about you, including your name, best contact number and email address. Once you submit an online form, one of our education consultants will be in touch within 48 hours.
During the consultation process, your education consultant will ask you questions about your professional background to assess your suitability for the course. You'll also have the opportunity to ask questions related to payment options, learning content and what outcomes you can potentially achieve from the course.