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Step into a leadership role with confidence. This qualification is designed for aspiring leaders and emerging managers who want to develop the skills to lead teams, support colleagues, and drive workplace success. You'll build your ability to solve problems, make informed decisions, manage priorities, and contribute to positive team outcomes in a variety of business and industry settings.

Certificate IV in Leadership and Management

BSB40520

Build practical leadership, team management, and supervisory skills to confidently lead people and workplace operations.

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Duration

Up to 12 months

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Delivery Mode

Flexible delivery

Online & Workplace

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Funding

Government funded options available

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Study Type

Traineeship or

Fee-For-Service

Why choose ATC Business qualification?

Develop practical, job-ready skills valued by employers

Learn from experienced trainers with real workplace knowledge

Gain a nationally recognised qualification

Build skills that can be applied across a wide range of industries

Create opportunities for career growth and professional development

How the course is delivered?

ATC delivers training using flexible learning approaches designed to support different learners. 

Depending on your enrolment type, training may include: 

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Online Learning

Access learning resources, activities and assessments through ATC’s online learning platform.

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Workplace training

You learn while completing real workplace tasks with support from your employer and trainer.

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Trainer Support

Receive guidance, feedback and assistance from qualified trainers throughout your course.

Course structure

12

total units

5

core units

7

elective units
  • 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

  • BSBCRT411 Apply critical thinking to work practices

    BSBTWK401 Build and maintain business relationships

    BSBWHS411 Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs

    BSBSTR401 Promote innovation in team environments

    BSBLDR412 Communicate effectively as a workplace leader

    BSBOPS403 Apply business risk management processes

    BSBPMG430 Undertake project work

    BSBOPS404 Implement customer service strategies

    BSBWRT411 Write complex documents

    BSBPEF401 Manage personal health and wellbeing

    BSBPEF502 Develop and use emotional intelligence

    BSBTEC404 Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment

    BSBCMM411 Make presentations

    BSBPEF501 Manage personal and professional development

    BSBXCS404 Contribute to cyber security risk management

    BSBTEC401 Design and produce complex text documents

    BSBMKG433 Undertake marketing activities

    BSBESB401 Research and develop business plans

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.

Before commencing training, ATC will complete an enrolment and suitability assessment to understand:

âś“ Your previous education and experience

âś“ Your career goals

âś“ Your language, literacy, numeracy and digital literacy needs

âś“ Any support requirements you may have

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Duration

ATC will work with you to develop a training plan that supports your learning needs and provides a realistic pathway to successfully complete your qualification.

 

The time required to complete this qualification will vary depending on your enrolment type, preferred training delivery method, workplace opportunities and any existing skills or experience you bring to your studies.

Typical completion timeframes may include:

 

School-Based Traineeship

Completed alongside school studies and employment.

 

Traineeship

Generally completed full time over 12 months.

 

Fee-for-Service

Flexible completion options may be available

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Student Support

ATC is committed to supporting students throughout their training journey.

 

Support available may include:

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âś“ Trainer assistance


âś“ Learning support


âś“ Language, literacy, numeracy and digital support


âś“ Access and equity support


âś“ Progress monitoring and feedback

 

If you need support, speak with our training team.

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BSB40520 Certificate IV in Leadership and Management may pursue employment as Team Leaders, Supervisors, Office Managers, Program Coordinators and Operations Coordinators across a broad range of industries. The qualification develops practical leadership, communication, problem-solving and operational management skills and provides pathways to Diploma-level business and management qualifications

Graduates are trained to:

  • Lead and manage workplace teams.

  • Facilitate teamwork and team performance.

  • Coordinate business and operational plans.

  • Support and guide staff members.

  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders.

  • Build positive workplace relationships.

  • Solve workplace problems and make informed decisions.

  • Monitor team performance and operational outcomes.

  • Promote innovation and continuous improvement.

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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

If you already have skills and experience gained through previous employment, study or life experience, you may be eligible to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

 

RPL allows you to have your existing skills assessed against the requirements of the qualification.

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Credit Transfer

If you have successfully completed equivalent nationally recognised units with another registered training organisation, you may be eligible for credit transfer.

 

Evidence of previous completion will be required.

Fees and Funding Options

There are several ways you may be able to access training with ATC, depending on your eligibility, location and individual circumstances.

Government funding options may be available through NSW, ACT or Queensland Government training programs for eligible students. Funding availability, eligibility requirements and student contribution fees vary depending on the qualification and funding arrangement.

If you are not eligible for government funding, you may also choose to complete this qualification through Fee-for-Service, where you or your employer pays the cost of training directly.

To find out more about available fees, funding options and eligibility requirements, please click the button below.

View Fees and Funding Eligibility

How to Enrol

Starting your qualification is simple.

Step 1

Submit an online enrolment form

Step 2

Discuss your goals and eligibility with our training team

Step 3

Complete the enrolment/induction process

Step 4

Begin your training journey

Australian Training Company is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) delivering nationally recognised training.

Training outcomes, funding availability, delivery locations and fees may vary depending on student eligibility, government funding arrangements and individual circumstances.

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