BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management
Elevate your leadership to the highest level with the Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management. This elite qualification, the BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management, is crafted for experienced managers ready to drive strategic change. Our Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management Melbourne program moves beyond day-to-day management, focusing on high-level decision-making and organizational transformation. We offer a premier Executive Leadership Course Melbourne designed to equip you with the specialized knowledge required for senior management and executive roles.
The curriculum is a definitive Strategic Leadership and Management Course, empowering you to apply specialized knowledge and skills to lead large teams and complex projects. You will gain expertise in developing and implementing strategic plans, managing organizational risk, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This program ensures you are fully prepared to take on the most challenging and rewarding roles in any industry.
| CRICOS Code | 110269M |
| Duration | 52 Weeks |
| Fee | $14,750.00 |
| Delivery Location | 7, 2-14 Station Pl, Werribee VIC 3030 |
| Delivery Mode | On Campus |
Course description
To attain the Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management, 10 units must be achieved, consisting of 5 core and 5 elective units below:
| Code | Title | Core/Elective |
|---|---|---|
| BSBCRT611 | Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving | Core |
| BSBLDR601 | Lead and manage organisational change | Core |
| BSBLDR602 | Provide leadership across the organisation | Core |
| BSBOPS601 | Develop and implement business plans | Core |
| BSBSTR601 | Manage innovation and continuous improvement | Core |
| BSBPEF501 | Manage personal and professional development | Elective |
| BSBCMM511 | Communicate with influence | Elective |
| BSBCRT511 | Develop critical thinking in others | Elective |
| BSBWHS521 | Ensure a safe workplace for a work area | Elective |
| BSBSUS511 | Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability | Elective |
Entry Requirments
Whilst there are no formal entry requirements for this qualification in the Training Package, the Institute’s entry requirements are as below:
- Completion of BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management or an equivalent qualification from the BSB training package.
- IELTS (Academic) band score 6.0 or equivalent score in other English tests including, PTE, TOEFL, and CAE.
- 18 years or older at commencement of course.
Training Pathway
After achieving the BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management, individuals have a clear pathway to higher education qualifications. Potential progression options include:
- Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning)
- Graduate Diploma of Strategic Leadership
- or other equivalent Graduate Diploma qualifications.
Employment pathway
This advanced qualification provides the skills and knowledge to potentially gain employment in a range of senior and executive leadership roles, such as:
- General Manager
- Corporate General Manager
- Executive Officer
Assessment Methods
AEEC institute will use the following assessment methods during this course, including but not limited to:
- Written questions
- Projects
- Case studies
- Role Plays
- Research
- Reports
📋BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management — Course Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Qualification Code | BSB60420 |
| Qualification Name | Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management |
| RTO Provider | Australian Education and Excellence Centre (AEEC) |
| RTO Number | 45853 |
| CRICOS Code | 110269M |
| AQF Level | AQF Level 6 — Advanced Diploma Senior Management |
| Duration | 52 Weeks (including scheduled breaks) |
| Course Fee | $14,750 AUD |
| Delivery Mode | On Campus — face-to-face On Campus |
| Campus | 7, 2–14 Station Place, Werribee VIC 3030 Werribee |
| Units Required | 10 units — 5 core + 5 elective |
| Entry Requirements | Completion of BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management (or equivalent); 18+ years; IELTS 6.0 or equivalent |
| Assessment | Strategic projects, case studies, business plans, presentations, and workplace-based tasks |
| Outcome | Nationally Recognised Advanced Diploma — AQF Level 6 Accredited |
| Pathway | Bachelor of Business / Bachelor of Management at Australian universities; Graduate Diploma; MBA |
🎯What Is the BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management?
The BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management is Australia's nationally recognised, AQF Level 6 senior leadership qualification — the most advanced vocational management credential available in the BSB Business Services Training Package. Designed for experienced managers, senior leaders, and executives, BSB60420 goes well beyond day-to-day team management, focusing on organisational strategy, change management, enterprise-wide leadership, and business innovation. AEEC delivers this qualification face-to-face at our Werribee campus (7, 2–14 Station Place, Werribee VIC 3030), directly adjacent to Werribee Train Station.
Whether you are a current manager ready to step into an executive or director role, a BSB50420 graduate seeking the next level qualification, or an international student building a strategic career pathway in Australia, the Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management Werribee at AEEC provides the specialised skills, critical thinking frameworks, and formal AQF Level 6 credentials that senior employers demand. This is Melbourne's most direct route to a nationally recognised executive leadership qualification delivered on campus in Victoria's west.
The program covers organisational change leadership, enterprise-wide strategic planning, complex problem solving, innovation and continuous improvement, business plan development and implementation, and cross-organisational communication and influence — all through real-world scenario-based learning that reflects the actual challenges faced by senior managers and executives across Australia.
🏛️ AQF Level 6 — Nationally Recognised — Registered on training.gov.au
BSB60420 is registered on the national training.gov.au register as part of the BSB Business Services Training Package at AQF Level 6 — one level above the BSB50420 Diploma. The qualification is accepted by employers across all Australian states and territories and formally recognised by Australian universities as a credit pathway into Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Management degree programs. AEEC (RTO No. 45853) is a fully authorised registered training organisation.
⭐Why Study the Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management at AEEC Werribee?
AEEC is one of Melbourne's most accessible providers of AQF Level 6 management training — with expert industry trainers, face-to-face delivery at Werribee, and a curriculum built for senior leadership outcomes.
AQF Level 6 — Nationally Accredited
AEEC (RTO No. 45853) is authorised to issue the BSB60420 Advanced Diploma. Your AQF Level 6 qualification is recognised by all Australian employers, universities, and professional bodies — the highest VET management credential available.
Werribee Campus — Accessible from All Melbourne
Delivered face-to-face at our Werribee campus (7, 2–14 Station Place), next to Werribee Train Station — approximately 40 minutes from Melbourne CBD. Serving Werribee, Point Cook, Hoppers Crossing, Wyndham Vale, Tarneit, and greater western Melbourne.
Expert Senior Leadership Trainers
Learn from qualified trainers with executive-level industry experience in strategic management, organisational development, change leadership, and business transformation across Australian enterprises.
Strategic, Executive-Level Curriculum
BSB60420 goes beyond operational management — you will develop enterprise-wide thinking, organisational change leadership, innovation strategy, and the executive decision-making skills required at director and senior manager level.
Direct University Pathway
BSB60420 at AEEC is formally recognised as a credit pathway into Australian Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Management programs — giving you the most efficient route from a vocational qualification to a university degree.
International Students Welcome
AEEC is CRICOS-registered (No. 04020H). International students on Student Visas (subclass 500) can enrol in BSB60420 at Werribee (CRICOS: 110269M), building AQF Level 6 credentials and creating pathways to post-study work rights and university study.
👔Who Should Enrol — BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management
The BSB60420 is designed for experienced professionals and ambitious students who are ready for senior and executive-level leadership. If any of the profiles below describe you, this is your next qualification.
Currently managing a department or division? BSB60420 formalises your strategic leadership experience and positions you for executive and director-level roles across Australian organisations.
The natural next step after completing your Diploma of Leadership and Management. BSB60420 is the AQF Level 6 progression that deepens strategic capability and unlocks university credit pathways.
Targeting a CEO, COO, General Manager, or Director role? BSB60420's focus on organisational change, business planning, and enterprise-wide leadership is the qualification that gets you there.
Project managers, contract administrators, and site managers in Melbourne's infrastructure sector use BSB60420 to build the strategic planning and change management skills required for senior executive roles.
Clinical directors, nursing managers, and aged care senior coordinators across Melbourne enrol to gain the formal AQF Level 6 credentials and strategic leadership skills required for senior healthcare leadership.
Seeking an AQF Level 6 Australian management qualification? AEEC's CRICOS-registered BSB60420 builds senior leadership credentials recognised by employers and universities nationwide, with a direct university credit pathway.
Growing your business in Melbourne's western suburbs? BSB60420 equips you with the enterprise-level strategic planning, innovation management, and organisational change tools to scale with structure and confidence.
Senior coordinators, program managers, and team leaders in Victoria's public sector and not-for-profit organisations use BSB60420 to build the formal executive management credentials required for director-level advancement.
📚Course Units — BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management
To be awarded the BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management, students must successfully complete 10 units — 5 core units and 5 elective units — as specified by the BSB Business Services Training Package on training.gov.au.
Core units (mandatory):
BSBCRT611 — Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving
BSBLDR601 — Lead and manage organisational change
BSBLDR602 — Provide leadership across the organisation
BSBOPS601 — Develop and implement business plans
BSBSTR601 — Manage innovation and continuous improvement
Elective units:
BSBPEF501 — Manage personal and professional development
BSBCMM511 — Communicate with influence
BSBCRT511 — Develop critical thinking in others
BSBWHS521 — Ensure a safe workplace for a work area
BSBSUS511 — Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability
* Elective units are subject to change. AEEC selects electives to ensure AQF alignment and strong industry-relevant vocational outcomes. Confirmed unit details are provided at enrolment.
🚀Career Outcomes — Senior Roles You Can Pursue with BSB60420 in Melbourne
The BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management targets the most senior management and executive roles across Melbourne, Victoria, and Australia — positions that require formal AQF Level 6 credentials and proven strategic leadership capability.
💡 AQF Level 6 — The Senior Management Standard Across Australian Industries
BSB60420 graduates at AQF Level 6 are positioned for the most senior vocational management roles in Melbourne's construction, healthcare, hospitality, logistics, finance, government, and community services sectors. Organisations consistently seek formally credentialled senior leaders who can drive strategic change, manage complex teams, and deliver enterprise-wide outcomes. AEEC's BSB60420 Werribee graduates are equipped to fill exactly these roles.
🛤️Study Pathway — Where BSB60420 Sits in Your Leadership Career
Your Complete Leadership Qualification Pathway at AEEC
BSB60420 is the pinnacle of AEEC's nationally accredited leadership and management qualification pathway — sitting at AQF Level 6 and opening direct credit pathways into Australian university degree programs.
- Certificate IV in Business (AQF Level 4)
- BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management (AQF Level 5 — also at AEEC)
- ★ BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management (AQF Level 6 — YOU ARE HERE)
- Bachelor of Business / Bachelor of Management — Australian universities
- Graduate Diploma of Management (BSB80120)
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
🌏BSB60420 Advanced Diploma — International Students Melbourne
Study the Advanced Diploma of Leadership & Management in Melbourne as an International Student
AEEC is a CRICOS-registered provider (CRICOS No. 04020H), fully approved by the Australian Government to deliver the BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management to international students. If you are an international student in Melbourne on a Student Visa (subclass 500), BSB60420 gives you an AQF Level 6 business qualification — one of the highest vocational credentials available in Australia — with a direct credit pathway into Australian university Bachelor degree programs.
The course is delivered face-to-face at our Werribee campus (7, 2–14 Station Place, Werribee VIC 3030), approximately 40 minutes from Melbourne CBD via the Werribee train line. Graduates may be eligible for post-study work rights, providing the opportunity to apply your AQF Level 6 leadership skills in the Australian workforce after completing your studies at AEEC.
- CRICOS-registered provider — Australian Government approved
- Student Visa (subclass 500) eligible
- AQF Level 6 — recognised by Australian universities
- Werribee campus — 40 mins from Melbourne CBD by train
- Pathway to Bachelor degree with credit recognition
- Post-study work rights may apply
- Dedicated international admissions support
- CRICOS Course Code: 110269M
❓Frequently Asked Questions — BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management
📍Enrol in the Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management — Werribee Campus
Werribee Campus
7, 2–14 Station Place, Werribee VIC 3030
Directly adjacent to Werribee Train Station — approximately 40 minutes from Melbourne CBD on the Werribee line. Serving Werribee, Point Cook, Hoppers Crossing, Wyndham Vale, Tarneit, Laverton, Williams Landing, Altona, and Manor Lakes. Free parking available nearby.
Also at AEEC: BSB50420 Diploma
Don't yet hold the BSB50420? AEEC also delivers the BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management (AQF Level 5) at our Werribee campus — the required entry qualification for BSB60420 and the natural starting point for your leadership management pathway at AEEC.
Contact AEEC Admissions
Phone: +61 3 9059 8071
Email: info@aeec.edu.au
Apply: admissions.aeec.edu.au
Our admissions team can assist with entry requirements, RPL enquiries, international student enrolments, and current BSB60420 intake dates at our Werribee campus.
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