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SA-000315

Short course: Introduction to Leadership & Management

Statement of Attainment in BSB40520 - Certificate IV in Leadership and Management
If you're in a leadership position and want to make an impact, our Statement of Attainment in BSB40520 - Certificate IV in Leadership and Management can help sharpen your skill set in leadership, ensuring that there's effective work output and time management in your team.

By the end of this course, you will build the job critical 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.
 
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Up to 4 months
3 units of competency
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Course Summary

Duration
Up to 4 months
Units
3 units of competency

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 will you learn?

  • 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.


Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for those wanting to confidently manage their work priorities and develop effective leadership and communication strategies.
 

Short Course in Introduction to Leadership and Management is recommended (but not limited to) for those in the roles of:

  • Supervisors wanting to effectively lead their team as well as provide them with support and guidance in their work.
  • Team leaders looking to enhance their skills in prioritising workload that affect the team and their role.
  • Managers needing to find ways to balance their workload while also managing personal targets and KPIs.


Why should you do this course?

  • Receive an industry-recognised certificate of attainment in work priorities and leadership & communication strategies. This means that if you complete this course, you'll receive a certificate that acknowledges your unique skill set, which you can share to potential employers and your peers.
  • Access to exclusive learning content, as well as additional resources. Upskilled has access to video platform sites like LinkedIn Learning, giving you the opportunity to tap into more resources that can support you further with your assessments.
  • Ideal for busy professionals looking to enhance their leadership and management skills to effectively facilitate work output and productivity in their team. We understand that most people's schedules are busy, so we'll give you up to 6 months of access to the course, giving you time to study at your own pace and the added flexibility of balancing your other commitments.

You'll have access to the Short Course in Introduction to Leadership and Management
for up to 4 months, giving you time to study at your own pace and the flexibility to develop your skills.

Advancing your skills in work priorities, as well as finding effective communication strategies are all important contributors in being a dependable manager or supervisor. From this course, not only will you learn these but you may end up developing transferable skills that can help expand your existing attributes as a leader.
Course structure
This course comprises three units that will provide you with the training needed to gain skills in managing work priorities and communication strategies. By the end of your studies, you'll receive a Short Course in Introduction to Leadership and Management which will provide you with recognised skills as part of your professional development. 

The duration for this course can take up to 6 months, depending on your skills, experience and expertise.

In this course, you'll learn to: 
  • Demonstrate leadership in the workplace
  • Develop personal work priorities
  • Apply communication strategies in the workplace
Other personal skills you may learn long the way include:
  • Leadership
  • Critical thinking
  • Communication skills
Inclusions

By choosing Upskilled, you'll gain access to supplementary resources that can help with your studies. These inclusions aim to enhance your online learning experience, making it interactive and engaging. These include:

  • Access to Upskilled's customised learning platform, MyUpskilled
  • Student Support Team
  • Specialist trainers
  • Online tutorials

Video content access to:

  • LinkedIn Learning
Recognition of Prior Learning / Credit Transfer
You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Credit Transfer (CT) provided that you have supporting evidence of any prior education and work experience. This can either reduce your study load or shorten the duration of your course. Prior to enrolment, please speak with your Education Consultant for further details. 

Following enrolment, you can request further information from Student Support. A trainer will then be assigned to assess your eligibility for RPL and/or CT. 

 

Looking to upskill even further? 

Did you know that if you complete the Statement of Attainment in BSB40520 - Certificate IV in Leadership and Management (Develop Personal Work Priorities, Leadership and Communication Strategies), you'll have done units that are recognised in the full qualification BSB405120 - Certificate IV in Leadership and Management.

This course is a great step up if you want to receive a nationally-recognised qualification, helping you make your mark in your management role.

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.

Course Detail

The  Short Course in Introduction to Leadership and Management is an ideal short course for those in existing leadership and management positions. You'll receive training in organising work priorities as well as learning strategies on how to become an effective communicator.

If you lead a team or in a supervisory role, this course will provide you with the training needed to excel in supporting your team's work priorities and developing your skills in being an effective communicator within the workplace.

Course Structure

To satisfy the requirements of this course, you'll need to complete the following units of competency.

  • BSBLDR411
    1. Demonstrate 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.

  • BSBPEF402
    2. Develop 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.

  • BSBXCM401
    3. Apply 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.

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Entry requirements

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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.

Payment Options

Pay upfront & save

Save $350 when you pay upfront

Discounted Upfront Price: $1,250
RRP $1,600

 

Spread the cost

Speak to our Education Consultants to know more about our Flexible Payment Plans. Call 1300 009 924 to find out more. Terms & Conditions Apply.

Career outcomes

Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to gain skills that will help them carry out their responsibilities as a team leader or manager effectively. In addition, they may gain valuable transferable skills that can enhance their employability in the workforce.

Education pathways
If you complete the Statement of Attainment in BSB40520 Certificate IV in Leadership and Management (Develop Personal Work Priorities, Leadership and Communication Strategies), you may be able to pursue the full qualification BSB40520 - Certificate IV in Leadership and Management if you're interested in further study. Please contact our Education Consultants to learn more about our education pathways.

Educators

Upskilled has a passionate team of trainers in the business faculty who are highly skilled in the areas of study we offer. Our trainers have qualifications and work experience that allows them to deliver training to help you achieve job-ready skills needed to make your next career move.

The business faculty offers additional support to students undertaking courses, giving you the opportunity to build rapport with your trainers. 

Trainers facilitate 'Ask Me Anything' sessions over Zoom where you can ask them questions about your assessments, offering you more guidance and support. This gives you a chance to virtually collaborate with other students as well. 

FAQs

What are the career opportunities after completing this short course?

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. 
 

 

What factors should I consider before enrolling in this short course?

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. 
 

 

How to enrol in a Short Course in Introduction to Leadership and Management?

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. 
 

 

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