Diploma of Leadership and Management

Diploma of Leadership and Management - BSB50420

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Build new skills in people management, personal development and workplace technical skills.

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Full-time 1 year
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Next intake:
February, July
Location:
Essendon Football Club
Melbourne Cricket Education Academy
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On campus
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Partner with Cricket Victoria or Essendon Football Club to gain the skills to work in elite sports management.

The Diploma of Leadership and Management has been designed to equip you with important and highly transferrable career skills, spanning:

  • personal development
  • operations, finance and resource management
  • business development and planning 
  • risk management and continuous improvement
  • customer engagement.

RMIT has partnered with both the Melbourne Cricket Education Academy and Essendon Football Club to engage sport enthusiasts in leadership study, graduating with both the Diploma of Leadership and Management as well as the Diploma of Business. Through these plans, you will have the opportunity to explore key topics in leadership, strategic planning and marketing through a sporting context.

Why choose the Diploma of Leadership and Management at RMIT?

Transferable skills

Develop your craft in real-world situations, graduating with important skills and knowledge.

Hands-on learning

Undertake 100 hours of industry work experience, operating in elite sport environments.

Sporting connections

Take advantage of our partnerships with the Essendon Football Club and Cricket Victoria.

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Essendon Football Club dual diploma

Love sport? Successful applicants for the C5407EFC plan have the opportunity learn and work within the Essendon Football Club, nab a graduate role within its partner network, and gain two qualifications in one.

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Melbourne Cricket Education Academy dual diploma

Perfect for the sport enthusiast, successful applicants for the C5407MCE plan will learn and work within the Melbourne Cricket Education Academy, gain 2 qualifications in one, and have the opportunity to partake in our Cricket Performance Program (CPP). We also have the expectation that all our students complete up to 100 hours of Business Placements across their year in the MCEA.

This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.

Providers of brokering services for Skills First training

  • Essendon Football Club ABN 22 004 286 373 (Dual Diploma Business, Leadership and Management/Essendon Education Academy)
  • Victorian Cricket Association (trading as Cricket Victoria) ABN 28 004 128 812 (Dual Diploma Business, Leadership and Management/Melbourne Cricket Education Academy)

Course structure

Choose a plan below to find out more about the subjects you will study and the course structure.

Diploma of Leadership and Management
Program code: C5407
National curriculum code: BSB50420
Title
Location
Duration
Plan code
CRICOS
Diploma of Leadership and Management
Melb Cricket Education Academy
Full Time 1 Years, Part Time 2 Years
C5407MCE
Location
Melb Cricket Education Academy
Duration
Full Time 1 Years, Part Time 2 Years
Plan code
C5407MCE
CRICOS
View plan
Diploma of Leadership and Management
Tullamarine - Essendon Edu Acd
Full-time 1 Years, Part-time 2 Years
C5407EFC
Location
Tullamarine - Essendon Edu Acd
Duration
Full-time 1 Years, Part-time 2 Years
Plan code
C5407EFC
CRICOS
View plan

Career

As a graduate of this dual diploma, you will have the enhanced leadership skills to facilitate initiative and judgement in planning, organising, when implementing and monitoring your own workload and the workload of others. 

You will develop enhanced communication skills to be able to support individuals and teams to meet organisational or enterprise requirements. These skills are applicable both sporting and non-sporting roles.

Two students from the C5407EFC stream will be selected for graduate roles within the Essendon Football Club, and, up to two students from the C5407MCE stream will be selected for graduate roles within Cricket Victoria.

Entry requirements and admissions

You need to satisfy all of the following academic (entry) requirements to be considered for entry into this course.

Applicants are advised to apply for either the Essendon Football Club C5407EFC plan or Melbourne Cricket Education Academy C5407MCE plan, and if successful, will be made an offer for both the Diploma of Leadership and Management and the Diploma of Business.

Applicants must meet one of the following minimum academic requirements:

  • Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) (or equivalent)

OR

  • At least 6 months of work experience in a related field (e.g. administration, customer service, project management, etc.).

There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification.

A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification.

Pathways and further study

A pathway is an alternative way to get into a course. RMIT's pathways can help you move through different levels of study to reach the qualification you're aiming for, even if you don't meet the requirements for your destination course.

Pathways into the Diploma of Leadership and Management

Unfortunately we are currently unable to offer formal pathways into this course. Contact Study@RMIT to discuss your options.

Further study

The Diploma of Leadership and Management provides credit and guaranteed entry into further study.

Credit and recognition of prior learning

Credit, recognition of prior learning, professional experience and accreditation from a professional body can reduce the duration of your study by acknowledging your earlier, relevant experience.

Credit and exemptions will be assessed consistent with the principles of the RMIT Credit Policy.

Find out more about Credit and RPL at RMIT

Credit may reduce the duration of your study by acknowledging your earlier, relevant study experience.

When you are submitting an application, please indicate that you want to be considered for credit and provide detailed course syllabus (also known as course outline), outlining volume of learning, course content and weekly topics, learning objectives/outcomes, assessment types and their weightings, and reference to the learning resources such as prescribed textbooks and recommended readings.

Learn more about international credit transfers

Fees

Important information about the dual Dual Diploma of Business (C5406EFC / C5406MCE) / Diploma of Leadership and Management (C5407EFC / C5407MCE):

Students enrolled in the Essendon Football Club or Melbourne Cricket Academy plan options will undertake and graduate with 2 qualifications – the Diploma of Business and the Diploma of Leadership and Management.

  • Students enrolled in these plans will be charged the tuition fees for each diploma. Your SSAF will remain capped at the standard annual rate. 
  • The Diploma of Leadership and Management has Skills First government subsidised places available for eligible students, as well as full fee places.
  • The Diploma of Business is offered as full fee only.
  • You can view the combined fees, or the breakdown of fees per course below.

1 Course plan

Choose the specific course plan to see relevant fee information:

Diploma of Leadership and Management (Essendon Football Club)
Plan code: C5407EFC
Diploma of Leadership and Management (Melbourne Cricket Education Academy)
Plan code: C5407MCE
Diploma of Leadership and Management/Diploma of Business (Essendon Football Club dual diplomas)
Plan code: C5406EFC/C5407EFC
Diploma of Leadership and Management/Diploma of Business (Melbourne Cricket Education Academy dual diplomas)
Plan code: C5406MCE/C5407MCE

2Fee Type

The tuition fees you will pay depends on your eligibility for government subsidies.

If you are not eligible for a government subsidised place, you are considered a full fee paying student.

Government-subsidised training for citizens, permanent residents and some visa holders.

Tuition fees fully covered for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander students and Youth Justice referrals in a government subsidised place..

Not sure which fee type applies to you? Learn more and check your eligibility.

Full fee fee summary

Course nameDiploma of Leadership and Management (Essendon Football Club)
Plan codeC5407EFC
National Curriculum code BSB50420
Duration1year(s)
Nominal hours730Nominal hours tooltip

Fees shown are indicative only based on 2026 commencement, and subject to change given individual circumstances at the time of enrolment.

Fees are adjusted on an annual basis and these fees should only be used as a guide.

You may be eligible for a fee concession if you hold a valid Commonwealth Health Care Card, Pensioner Card, or Veteran's Gold Card, or are enrolled in the Asylum Seeker VET program. Find out more about fee concessions.

Item Description Cost (AUD)
Tuition fee student paystuition fee tooltip
The total tuition fee you will be charged for a full-fee place
The total tuition fee you will be charged for a full-fee place
 $13,414.00
Student services and amenities fee (SSAF)Student services and amenities fee
Based on 2026 cap of $373 per calendar year
Based on 2026 cap of $373 per calendar year
 $373.00
Material feesmaterial fees tooltip
Total cost of material fees associated with this course
Total cost of material fees associated with this course
N/A
Estimated total cost to youEstimated total cost tooltip
Includes all fees listed above
 $13,787.00

The tuition fees shown include the Victorian Government contribution. This amount is reflected in your fees and is paid directly to RMIT by the Government: $ per nominal hour ($ total).

Item Description Cost (AUD)
Tuition fee student paystuition fee tooltip
Tuition fees after government subsidy
Tuition fees after government subsidy
 $11,500.00
Student services and amenities fee (SSAF)Student services and amenities fee
Based on 2026 cap of $373 per calendar year
Based on 2026 cap of $373 per calendar year
 $373.00
Material feesmaterial fees tooltip
Total cost of material fees associated with this course
Total cost of material fees associated with this course
N/A
Estimated total cost to youEstimated total cost tooltip
Includes all fees listed above
 $11,873.00

The tuition fees shown include the Victorian Government contribution. This amount is reflected in your fees and is paid directly to RMIT by the Government: $3.85 per nominal hour ($2,810.50 total).

Item Description Cost (AUD)
Tuition fee student paystuition fee tooltip
Tuition fees exempt for eligible students in a government subsidised place
Tuition fees exempt for eligible students in a government subsidised place
 $0.00
Student services and amenities fee (SSAF)Student services and amenities fee
Based on 2026 cap of $373 per calendar year
Based on 2026 cap of $373 per calendar year
 $0.00
Material feesmaterial fees tooltip
Total cost of material fees associated with this course
Total cost of material fees associated with this course
N/A
Estimated total cost to youEstimated total cost tooltip
Includes all fees listed above
 $0.00

The tuition fees shown include the Victorian Government contribution. This amount is reflected in your fees and is paid directly to RMIT by the Government: $3.85 per nominal hour ($2,810.50 total).

Generated on 26 June 2026 | RMIT University's Registered Training Organisation (RTO) Code is 3046 | Payment and refund information

Course nameDiploma of Leadership and Management (Melbourne Cricket Education Academy)
Plan codeC5407MCE
National Curriculum code BSB50420
Duration1year(s)
Nominal hours730Nominal hours tooltip

Fees shown are indicative only based on 2026 commencement, and subject to change given individual circumstances at the time of enrolment.

Fees are adjusted on an annual basis and these fees should only be used as a guide.

You may be eligible for a fee concession if you hold a valid Commonwealth Health Care Card, Pensioner Card, or Veteran's Gold Card, or are enrolled in the Asylum Seeker VET program. Find out more about fee concessions.

Item Description Cost (AUD)
Tuition fee student paystuition fee tooltip
The total tuition fee you will be charged for a full-fee place
The total tuition fee you will be charged for a full-fee place
 $13,414.00
Student services and amenities fee (SSAF)Student services and amenities fee
Based on 2026 cap of $373 per calendar year
Based on 2026 cap of $373 per calendar year
 $373.00
Material feesmaterial fees tooltip
Total cost of material fees associated with this course
Total cost of material fees associated with this course
N/A
Estimated total cost to youEstimated total cost tooltip
Includes all fees listed above
 $13,787.00

The tuition fees shown include the Victorian Government contribution. This amount is reflected in your fees and is paid directly to RMIT by the Government: $ per nominal hour ($ total).

Item Description Cost (AUD)
Tuition fee student paystuition fee tooltip
Tuition fees after government subsidy
Tuition fees after government subsidy
 $11,500.00
Student services and amenities fee (SSAF)Student services and amenities fee
Based on 2026 cap of $373 per calendar year
Based on 2026 cap of $373 per calendar year
 $373.00
Material feesmaterial fees tooltip
Total cost of material fees associated with this course
Total cost of material fees associated with this course
N/A
Estimated total cost to youEstimated total cost tooltip
Includes all fees listed above
 $11,873.00

The tuition fees shown include the Victorian Government contribution. This amount is reflected in your fees and is paid directly to RMIT by the Government: $3.85 per nominal hour ($2,810.50 total).

Item Description Cost (AUD)
Tuition fee student paystuition fee tooltip
Tuition fees exempt for eligible students in a government subsidised place
Tuition fees exempt for eligible students in a government subsidised place
 $0.00
Student services and amenities fee (SSAF)Student services and amenities fee
Based on 2026 cap of $373 per calendar year
Based on 2026 cap of $373 per calendar year
 $0.00
Material feesmaterial fees tooltip
Total cost of material fees associated with this course
Total cost of material fees associated with this course
N/A
Estimated total cost to youEstimated total cost tooltip
Includes all fees listed above
 $0.00

The tuition fees shown include the Victorian Government contribution. This amount is reflected in your fees and is paid directly to RMIT by the Government: $3.85 per nominal hour ($2,810.50 total).

Generated on 26 June 2026 | RMIT University's Registered Training Organisation (RTO) Code is 3046 | Payment and refund information

Course nameDiploma of Leadership and Management/Diploma of Business (Essendon Football Club dual diplomas)
Plan codeC5406EFC/C5407EFC
National Curriculum code BSB50420
Duration1year(s)
Nominal hours1,300Nominal hours tooltip

Fees shown are indicative only based on 2026 commencement, and subject to change given individual circumstances at the time of enrolment.

Fees are adjusted on an annual basis and these fees should only be used as a guide.

You may be eligible for a fee concession if you hold a valid Commonwealth Health Care Card, Pensioner Card, or Veteran's Gold Card, or are enrolled in the Asylum Seeker VET program. Find out more about fee concessions.

Item Description Cost (AUD)
Tuition fee student paystuition fee tooltip
The total tuition fee you will be charged for a full-fee place
The total tuition fee you will be charged for a full-fee place
 $21,928.00
Student services and amenities fee (SSAF)Student services and amenities fee
Based on 2026 cap of $373 per calendar year
Based on 2026 cap of $373 per calendar year
 $373.00
Material feesmaterial fees tooltip
Total cost of material fees associated with this course
Total cost of material fees associated with this course
N/A
Estimated total cost to youEstimated total cost tooltip
Includes all fees listed above
 $22,301.00

The tuition fees shown include the Victorian Government contribution. This amount is reflected in your fees and is paid directly to RMIT by the Government: $ per nominal hour ($ total).

Item Description Cost (AUD)
Tuition fee student paystuition fee tooltip
Tuition fees after government subsidy
Tuition fees after government subsidy
 $20,014.00
Student services and amenities fee (SSAF)Student services and amenities fee
Based on 2026 cap of $373 per calendar year
Based on 2026 cap of $373 per calendar year
 $373.00
Material feesmaterial fees tooltip
Total cost of material fees associated with this course
Total cost of material fees associated with this course
N/A
Estimated total cost to youEstimated total cost tooltip
Includes all fees listed above
 $20,387.00

The tuition fees shown include the Victorian Government contribution. This amount is reflected in your fees and is paid directly to RMIT by the Government: $3.85 per nominal hour ($2,810.50 total).

Generated on 26 June 2026 | RMIT University's Registered Training Organisation (RTO) Code is 3046 | Payment and refund information

Course nameDiploma of Leadership and Management/Diploma of Business (Melbourne Cricket Education Academy dual diplomas)
Plan codeC5406MCE/C5407MCE
National Curriculum code BSB50420
Duration1year(s)
Nominal hours1,300Nominal hours tooltip

Fees shown are indicative only based on 2026 commencement, and subject to change given individual circumstances at the time of enrolment.

Fees are adjusted on an annual basis and these fees should only be used as a guide.

You may be eligible for a fee concession if you hold a valid Commonwealth Health Care Card, Pensioner Card, or Veteran's Gold Card, or are enrolled in the Asylum Seeker VET program. Find out more about fee concessions.

Item Description Cost (AUD)
Tuition fee student paystuition fee tooltip
The total tuition fee you will be charged for a full-fee place
The total tuition fee you will be charged for a full-fee place
 $21,928.00
Student services and amenities fee (SSAF)Student services and amenities fee
Based on 2026 cap of $373 per calendar year
Based on 2026 cap of $373 per calendar year
 $373.00
Material feesmaterial fees tooltip
Total cost of material fees associated with this course
Total cost of material fees associated with this course
N/A
Estimated total cost to youEstimated total cost tooltip
Includes all fees listed above
 $22,301.00

The tuition fees shown include the Victorian Government contribution. This amount is reflected in your fees and is paid directly to RMIT by the Government: $ per nominal hour ($ total).

Item Description Cost (AUD)
Tuition fee student paystuition fee tooltip
Tuition fees after government subsidy
Tuition fees after government subsidy
 $20,014.00
Student services and amenities fee (SSAF)Student services and amenities fee
Based on 2026 cap of $373 per calendar year
Based on 2026 cap of $373 per calendar year
 $373.00
Material feesmaterial fees tooltip
Total cost of material fees associated with this course
Total cost of material fees associated with this course
N/A
Estimated total cost to youEstimated total cost tooltip
Includes all fees listed above
 $20,387.00

The tuition fees shown include the Victorian Government contribution. This amount is reflected in your fees and is paid directly to RMIT by the Government: $3.85 per nominal hour ($2,810.50 total).

Generated on 26 June 2026 | RMIT University's Registered Training Organisation (RTO) Code is 3046 | Payment and refund information

If eligible, you may be able to defer your tuition fees for this course through a VET Student Loan (VSL)

VET Student Loan cap for Diploma of Leadership and Management (Essendon Football Club) (C5407EFC): $

Any tuition fees above the cap must be paid upfront to RMIT by their due date. Caps are indexed annually by the Commonwealth Government. Eligibility applies.

Learn about eligibility for VSL

If eligible, you may be able to defer your tuition fees for the courses listed below through a VET Student Loan (VSL)

  • 2026 VET Student Loan cap for Diploma of Business: $12858
  • 2026 VET Student Loan cap for Diploma of Leadership and Management: $12858

Any tuition fees above the caps must be paid upfront to RMIT by their due date. Caps are indexed annually by the Commonwealth Government. Eligibility applies.

Important information about the VSL Student loan cap

Please note that the VSL Student loan cap listed above is applied separately to each course in the dual Diploma of Business (C5406EFC / C5406MCE) / Diploma of Leadership and Management (C5407EFC / C5407MCE). It is not a combined cap.

Scholarships

Melbourne Cricket Education Academy Community Scholarship

For Melbourne Cricket Education Academy students undertaking the dual Diploma of Business and Diploma of Leadership and Management who love sport and can demonstrate circumstances which impact their study; worth 100% of tuition fees paid.

Essendon Education Academy Community Scholarship

For Essendon Education Academy students undertaking the dual Diploma of Business with the Diploma of Leadership and Management who love sport and can demonstrate circumstances which impact their study; worth 100% of tuition fees paid.

Check your eligibility for a scholarship

RMIT awards more than 2000 scholarships every year to recognise academic achievement and assist students from a variety of backgrounds.

Check your eligibility for a scholarship

RMIT awards more than 2000 scholarships every year to recognise academic achievement and assist students from a variety of backgrounds.

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Information for international students

Sorry, this course is not available for international students intending to study on a student visa. If you hold a different visa type, you may be eligible. Please contact Study@RMIT for more information.

 

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