What you will learn
What is involved
What you need to know
What you can do next
BSB40520

Certificate IV in Leadership and Management

Core unit components

  • (BSBLDR411) Demonstrate leadership in the workplace
  • (BSBLDR413) Lead effective workplace relationships
  • (BSBOPS402) Coordinate business operational plans
  • (BSBXCM401) Apply communication strategies in the workplace
  • (BSBXTW401) Lead and facilitate a team

Elective unit components

  • (BSBPEF402) Develop personal work priorities
  • (BSBPEF401) Manage personal health and wellbeing
  • (BSBLDR412) Communicate effectively as a workplace leader
  • (BSBLDR414) Lead team effectiveness
  • (BSBTWK401) Build and maintain business relationships
  • (BSBCRT411) Apply critical thinking to work practices
  • (BSBCRT412) Articulate, present and debate ideas

Course Overview

Is developing your leadership and management skills on your priority list? The Certificate IV in Leadership and Management qualification is great for Team Leaders, Supervisors, Leading Hands and Coordinators who report to a Manager. It is also a great way to develop management skills to take your career to the next level.

The Certificate IV in Leadership and Management is relevant for any organisation or industry. It focuses on developing management skills, rather than any specific industry.

Through this course, you can get recognition for your existing skills or develop new skills in Leadership and Management. This is also a great introduction to higher level specialist training courses that will help you further progress your career.

Macquarie Community College operates from a range of venues across Northern and Western Sydney. We have campuses in Blacktown, Carlingford, Chatswood, Epping, Mt Druitt, Richmond and Ryde. Enrol now!

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What you will learn

Course outline

In this course you will learn how to:

  • Be an effective workplace leader in a diverse work environment
  • Assist organisations to promote innovative ideas for continuous improvement
  • Manage Work, Health and Safety (WHS) policies and procedures
  • Assist your team to prioritise duties

Course outcome

By the end of this course you will have an understanding of and have developed skills to enable you to provide high level administrative management and leadership to your organisation.

You will have an understanding and be able to manage Work, Health and Safety Policies in your workplace.

You will become a valuable workplace leader through your improved skills and knowledge in various management and leadership disciplines.

At the end of the course, you will be issued a BSB40520 Certificate IV in Leadership and Management where competency has been achieved.

What is involved

Assessment

Assessment (including recognition of prior learning) must:

  • Meet the requirements of the relevant training package or accredited course
  • Be conducted in accordance with the principles of assessment and the rules of evidence
  • Meet workplace and, where relevant, regulatory requirements

For this course, assessments will involve the following:

  • Written and Verbal Questioning
  • Practical demonstrations

Assessments that are written and practical and may take place in:

  • The classroom environment
  • The workplace
  • By submission of required documentation depending on your mode of delivery

What you need to know

Entry requirements

Prerequisite: Essential

An appropriate level of language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills is required to enrol in this course. Macquarie Community College may conduct an LLN assessment as part of the pre enrolment process.

Prerequisite: Desirable

As per the course training package, the desirable prerequisites are:

  • Language, literacy and numeracy skills that allow you to read and interpret information and prepare documents at an intermediate level.
  • Previous study of a qualification at Certificate III or above and experience in the workplace will assist with understanding of concepts.

What you need to provide

  • All course material is provided and inclusive with course fees
  • Notepad and pen

For remote learning online Zoom classes students will need a stable internet connection on computer or laptop to participate.

Fees and government subsidies

Smart and Skilled provides government-subsidised training and higher-level courses to help you get skills to find a job and advance your career.
If you're a prospective student, please visit: https://www.macquarie.nsw.edu.au/smart-and-skilled/ where you will find everything you need to know about the Smart and Skilled program before you enrol.
*Eligibility criteria apply. This training is subsidised by the NSW Government, and as a result your fee is determined through Training Services NSW formal eligibility criteria.
Students will need to supply the required evidence in accord with the requirements of Smart and Skilled eligibility.
Not eligible for Subsidised Training: $6,140
Contact us today or call on 1300 845 888 to check your eligibility.

Other information

Study Load

The completion time for the BSB40520 – Certificate IV in Leadership and Management varies according to the educational background and any relevant work experience of the student.

Course takes approximately 6-12 months. The student will be expected to complete approximately 30 hours of study in class or at home per week, full time or the equivalent part time.

What you can do next

Career pathway

  • Team Leader
  • Leading Hand
  • Shift Supervisor
  • Shift Coordinator

Study pathway

Diploma of Leadership and Management or other higher level qualification.



Coming soon

There are currently no classes scheduled for this course.

Please check back later as classes are added regularly or get in touch for more information.

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Fees & Government Subsidies

At Macquarie Community College, we create and provide affordable and inclusive learning opportunities that meet the needs of individuals, organisations and communities.

Given the broad range of accredited and non-accredited programs offered by the College the fees and subsidies will vary depending on the course.

Fee for Service Courses 

Courses available on a fee-for-service basis will have the price clearly indicated within the class details. Additional fee information may also be found in the ‘’what you need to provide’’ section of the course details.

Funded Courses

Macquarie Community College delivers NSW government subsidised training, including training under the Smart and Skilled and Adult and Community Education (ACE) programs.

To access government subsidised training, including fee exemptions or concessions, you must meet the following criteria:

  • aged 15 years or older
  • no longer be at school
  • living or working in NSW
  • Australian OR New Zealand Citizen, Australian Permanent Resident OR a Humanitarian Visa Holder, OR a Partner Visa Holder whose sponsor is a current or past Humanitarian Visa Holder

When you enrol in a NSW government subsidised course you will be required to pay the Smart and Skilled student fee unless you qualify for a fee exemption.

For further information on NSW government subsidies visit the below funding pages.

Adult and Community Education 

Smart and Skilled 

Traineeships

NSW Fee Free Training 

Credit Transfer

Am I Eligible for Credit Transfers?

Credit Transfer (CT) is granted as a result of identifying learning outcomes already achieved through formal training. Credit outcomes may allow for entry into a qualification and/or provide credit towards the qualification. Credit Transfer given may reduce the time required for you to achieve the qualification.

To apply for Credit Transfer you will need to provide original or certified copies of certificates previously attained through formal training prior to completing the enrolment process.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is granted as a result of identifying and assessing previous and current informal education and training, work experience and/or life experience and knowledge. Previous learning and the evidence supplied is measured against pre-determined performance standards contained within the Units of Competency.

To apply for recognition of prior learning you should indicate your decision to apply for recognition as soon as possible after enrolment and the induction program.

We will be happy to provide you with an RPL kit after speaking directly with you to ensure you understand the requirements of this process.

Delivery Mode

To meet the needs of our students Macquarie Community College balances delivery and engagement across permanent, regular and temporary delivery sites and offer face-to-face, remote zoom classes and self-paced learning options.

Ways to Study

  • On campus

Our college campus locations are:

    • Blacktown
    • Chatswood
    • Carlingford
    • Epping
    • Ryde
    • Mt Druitt
  • Virtual classroom
  • Complete workplace training
  • Combine ways to study

FAQ

How you got questions? Please see our comprehensive FAQ page for everything you need to know about Macquarie Community College, our policies, student support, application and enrolment procedures.

How to Apply

Step 1 - Apply

  • Select your preferred course and class
  • Review course and fee subsidy requirements to check your eligibility
  • If you need help contact us via livechat or via contact us form
  • Click Apply now

Step 2 - Assessment / Enrolment

  • We will assess your application and make contact within 2 business days
  • You will be asked to complete a language, literacy & numeracy assessment
  • Complete enrolment form
  • Provide all required evidence and/or documents

Step 3 - Start Learning

Following submitting your enrolment form and documents you will receive:

  • An enrolment confirmation
  • Tax invoice / payment plan details (if relevant)
  • A course reminder prior to your classes starting
  • A Zoom link (Online Zoom classes only)
  • A student login to your learning portal if relevant