Diploma of Leadership and Management - BSB50420
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Overview
Are you a current or future manager? The Diploma of Leadership and Management offers you training in people management, personal development and workplace operational skills.
Studies in leadership and management will help you build important career skills, such as:
- personal development skills though leading self and others
- operational skills in areas like customer engagement, managing operations, finances and resources
- business development and planning skills through risk management and continuous improvement.
Details
RMIT offers a variety of learning and teaching approaches, including lectures, seminars, workshops, presentations, group discussions and group work.
You will learn in workshops that are organised in clusters to streamline content delivery and assessment. The focus is on delivering key concepts and offering opportunities for interaction, discussion, peer support, guest speakers and hands-on activities.
You will undertake work related projects and tasks to develop practical skills and apply knowledge, demonstrating your abilities to function effectively in a supervisory role.
The subjects in this course are contextualised to industry applications wherever possible, demonstrations and practical sessions and/or workplace sessions are incorporated wherever appropriate in the delivery strategy. Classes are interactive and give you many opportunities to discuss ideas and practice new skills. You will participate in learning activities such as:
- leading and working in teams to ensure a successful outcome of a project
- identify areas for continuous improvement
- perform a risk analysis
- develop critical thinking skills
- develop your emotional intelligence
- communicate effectively with internal and external customers
- business resources management skills
- presentation of work to various stakeholders
In addition to developing skills and knowledge for a particular job, this diploma also aims to help you to develop broad work skills, known as foundation skills.
You are expected to undertake self-directed learning in addition to those activities provided in class. This self-directed learning will often be based upon research, and reading of relevant knowledge elements of the course. Where you have the opportunity to do so, you are encouraged to apply skill elements in your actual workplace.
All subjects use your workplace or experience as a context for learning. You will be assessed on structured activities that demonstrate your vocational competency either in the workplace or a business simulation.
If your job relates to this diploma, you have the opportunity to be assessed in your workplace. Feedback from work supervisors and colleagues can be used as evidence of your competency and fulfilling skills or knowledge requirements of some or all of your subjects.
In the Essendon Football Club dual diploma, you will undertake 100 hours of real-life work experience provided across the EFC and its partner network, giving you access to elite high-performance facilities and key industry contacts. Upon completion of the diploma, you will have the opportunity for one of two graduate roles within the EFC.
Skills recognition provides opportunities for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Recognition of Current Competence (RCC). Previous learning can include relevant life and work experience, as well as formal education and professional development related to the particular qualification.
The School of Vocational Business Education offers full skills recognition for this diploma. If you believe you already have the skills and knowledge required for this qualification, you should discuss this with your facilitator, who will provide additional information and advice regarding how to apply for skills recognition and the kind of evidence that may be required.
The knowledge and skills you will acquire throughout this diploma and how they can be applied in your career are described in the learning outcomes.
View the learning outcomes for each stream:
Most of your learning and teaching activities will be on two midweek evenings over one year. You should also budget additional independent study time.
Students in the Essendon Football Club dual diploma will attend approximately 14 hours of face-to-face classes across three days a week at the NEC Hangar.
The course consists of twelve subjects, covering:
- marketing and communication
- customer service
- personal and professional development
- team management and effectiveness
- budgets and financial planning
- resource planning
- operational planning
- workplace improvement
- risk management
- leadership communication.
Choose a program structure
Title | Location | Duration | Plan code | CRICOS | ||
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Diploma of Leadership and Management | City Campus |
1 year
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C5407 | |||
Diploma of Leadership and Management | City Campus |
1 year
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C5407EFC |
Choose a program structure
Program code: C5407
National curriculum code: BSB50420
Career
Essendon Football Club dual diploma
Work in elite sport
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.

Study the dual Diploma of Business / Diploma of Leadership and Management and pursue your goals of working in elite sport.
This unique offering is perfect for football enthusiasts, and will provide you with access to elite high-performance facilities and key industry experts in the area of sport
You will complete both diplomas in just one year, giving you the opportunity to explore key topics in leadership, strategic planning and marketing through a sporting context. Your learning will be supported by industry experts as well as Essendon Football Club staff who will provide an intimate perspective on working in elite sport.
With access to elite athletes, coaches, EFC staff and mentors, this stream allows you to immerse yourself in the operations of an AFL Club. You will gain exclusive insights to football, events, member growth and engagement, community programs, facility operations, and match-day operations across elite and second tier programs.
You will undertake 100 hours of voluntary work experience across the EFC and its partner network. This will give you access to a variety of experiences within the operations of an AFL Club across both men’s and women’s programs, as well as the opportunity to build your network in sport.
Your classes will be held face-to-face at the NEC Hangar, home of the Essendon Football Club, and content may also be delivered at RMIT’s City campus. Your learning will include a mix of learning methods including instructions, presentations, role-play, group work, and worksheets.
Ongoing assessment throughout these diplomas will typically include written assessments, presentations, evidence portfolios, and practical demonstrations.
If you study the Essendon Football Club dual diploma, you will be exposed to football, events, member growth and engagement, community programs and facility operations, and hold the skills to pursue a career in either a sports club or other industries. Upon completion of the dual diploma plan, two students will be offered graduate roles with EFC.
To apply for this stream, you should make your application via the Diploma of Leadership and Management and specify the C5407EFC plan. If successful, you will be offered a place in both the Diploma of Leadership and Management (C5407EFC) and the Diploma of Business (C5406EFC). Learn more about admissions.
In 2022, indicative fees for this dual diploma are AU$15,750* per annum (government subsidised places), or $19,000* per annum (full-fee places). Learn more about fees.
For more information visit the Essendon Education Academy.
Admissions
Diploma of Leadership and Management (Plan code C5407) entry requirements:
There are no minimum academic entry requirements for this program.
Applicants must be currently employed in, or have a minimum of 6 month prior work experience in, a supervisory role.
Essendon Football Club dual Diploma of Business (plan code C5406EFC) / Diploma of Leadership and Management (plan code C5407EFC) entry requirements:
Applicants are advised to apply for the C5407EFC Diploma of Leadership and Management, and if successful, applicants will be made an offer for both the Diploma of Leadership and Management (C5407EFC) and the Diploma of Business (C5406EFC).
Applicants must meet one of the following minimum academic requirements, and submit the Personal Statement:
- Successful completion of Australian Year 12 (or equivalent) or the Australian Senior VCAL Certificate
OR
- Completion of Post-Secondary studies (Certificate III or above)
OR
- At least 6 months’ work experience in a related field
AND, all applicants must submit a Personal Statement to answer the following:
- What are your reasons for wanting to study the RMIT/Essendon Football Club Dual Diploma?
- What is your intended career path and how will this unique program help you achieve it?
- Please provide details of any relevant work or volunteer experience
Entry to this program may be competitive. Eligible applicants are ranked and selected in order of merit based on their academic achievement, e.g., ATAR, GPA or STAT Multiple Choice (including any adjustments).
Pathways
This course offers pathway into further study at RMIT.
Undertaking a certificate, diploma, advanced diploma or associate degree can help you meet the entry requirements for your preferred degree. These qualifications often provide credit, reducing the duration of your bachelor degree and helping you get the degree you want.
Further study
Graduates of this course will be eligible for exemptions from the courses below, subject to meeting the entry requirements. For more information, explore our Pathway finder, or contact Study@RMIT.
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. Find out if you might be eligible.
Fees
2022 fees
The tuition fees you will pay for this program will depend on whether you are offered a Victorian Government subsidised place or a full-fee place. To find out if you are eligible for a government subsidised place, follow the steps at How to check if you are eligible.
Diploma of Leadership and Management (Plan code C5407):
- 2022 government subsidised place: AU$7,000* per annum
- 2022 full-fee place: AU$8,750* per annum
Essendon Football Club dual Diploma of Business (plan code C5406EFC) / Diploma of Leadership and Management (plan code C5407EFC):
Students of the EFC stream will undertake and graduate with two qualifications, the Diploma of Business and the Diploma of Leadership and Management. In 2022, the tuition fees for these diplomas are:
C5406EFC Diploma of Business:
- 2022 government subsidised place: AU$8,750* per annum
- 2022 full-fee place: AU$10,250* per annum
C5407EFC Diploma of Leadership and Management:
- 2022 government subsidised place: AU$7,000* per annum
- 2022 full-fee place: AU$8,750* per annum
The total tuition amount for this plan will be:
- 2022 government subsidised place: AU$15,750* per annum
- 2022 full-fee place: AU$19,000* per annum
*Fees shown are indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at the time of enrolment.
Fee finder
Use our fee finder to get an estimate of your fees for this program.
Additional expenses
- Student services and amenities fee (SSAF): AU$315 maximum fee for 2022.
- Other items related to your program, including field trips, textbooks and equipment.
Annual fee adjustment
The student tuition fees as displayed by the fee finder are indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Fees are adjusted on an annual basis and these fees should only be used as a guide.
Defer your payment
The Australian Government provides financial assistance via the VET Student Loans scheme, which allows eligible students in eligible programs to defer payment of their tuition fees, up to the maximum loan amount for their program.
Learn more about fees for vocational study.
Payments and refunds
For information on how to pay your fees or how to apply for a refund, please see Paying your fees and applying for refunds.
VET Student Loans
The Australian Government provides financial assistance via the VET Student Loans scheme, which allows eligible students in eligible programs to defer payment of their tuition fees, up to the maximum loan amount for their program.
How does a VET Student Loan work?
If your VET Student Loan application is successful, the Australian Government will pay RMIT your tuition fees on your behalf, up to the maximum loan amount for your program.
Your VET Student Loan becomes part of your VETSL debt. You will start repaying your accumulated VETSL debt to the Australian Government once you earn above the minimum income threshold for repayment, which is adjusted each year (this also applies if you are still studying).
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) will calculate your compulsory repayment for the year and include this on your income tax notice.
For more information see VET Student Loans or Study Assist.
Vet Student Loan cap
If your program is eligible for the VET Student Loan scheme and has a loan cap that doesn’t cover the total amount of the tuition fees for your program, then you’ll need to pay RMIT the difference by the due date once you exceed the cap.
It’s easy for you to keep track of your VET Student Loan debt, and you can choose to make upfront payments at any time before the census date.
In addition to tuition fees, you will be charged an annual student services and amenities fee (SSAF), which is used to maintain and enhance services and amenities that improve your experience as an RMIT student.
The SSAF is calculated based on your enrolment load and the maximum fee for 2022 is $315.
For more information about calculating your actual SSAF see Paying SSAF.
You may also be required to purchase other items related to your program, including field trips, textbooks and equipment. These additional fees and expenses vary from program to program.
The annual tuition fee for 2022 is AU$9,500.
The total indicative tuition fee for 2022 commencement is AU$9,500.
In addition to tuition fees you also need to pay for:
- Student services and amenities fee (SSAF) in each calendar year.
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) - Student visa holders must have cover for the total duration of their visa.
- Some programs incur additional expenses.
You also need to account for your living expenses. Estimate the cost of living in Melbourne.
Applying for refunds
For information on how to apply for a refund as a continuing international student, please see Refunds.
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