BSB40520 Certificate IV in Leadership and Management

BSB40520 Certificate IV in Leadership and Management

The Certificate iv in Leadership and Management is not available for individual public bookings.

This course is only provided to private groups of 10 or more participants. If your business/organisation/club has 10 or more people wishing to enrol for the training, please complete the form below for pricing.

Complete the form HERE for a quote.

The BSB40520 Certificate IV in Leadership and Management is a highly sought after qualification for individuals working as developing and emerging leaders and managers.

This course will teach you how to take on responsibility as an individual as well as provide leadership and guidance to support others. Learn how to apply solutions to a defined range of problems and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources while monitoring the output of their team.

Public students are encouraged to continue their Leadership and Management education, by enrolling into the public Diploma of Leadership and Management. 

Examples of job roles after completion of the Certificate IV in Leadership and Management.

  • Coordinator
  • Leading Hand
  • Supervisor
  • Team Leader
  • Office Manager

About private group training

We understand that a broad ‘off the shelf’ course might not be suitable for your staff. At MSATPD, we have several qualifications on our scope of registration, along with a number of short courses which can be adapted to meet your needs.

We customise our courses to be in line with your requirements, preferences and terminology. Our trainers can come to your location where your staff are all together and in familiar surroundings, which will help them focus on their course work. Classes are also available to be held on Zoom, this can ensure a safe and healthy learning environment and the option for those who may live a bit too far away to join in. Should you prefer to come on campus, we have a number of facilities available to meet the needs of your group and course-work.

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People with a disability are encouraged to apply

What makes this course different?

At MSATPD, we are renowned for our high-quality resources, experienced and dedicated trainers, and supportive administrative staff. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our exceptional course completion rates, which are among the highest in Australia. As a smaller RTO we are able to get to know each of our learners and how we can help them succeed throughout their studies with us. We pride ourselves on providing an engaging and supportive learning environment that helps students achieve their goals and succeed in their careers.

 

MSA Training and Professional Development adheres to the Code of ethics for ACPET members

RTO Number: 21526

In line with Victoria’s Roadmap and Monash University requirements, all students who attend our campus will be required to have received both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. Please do not enrol for an on-campus class unless you have been double vaccinated prior to the start of the course. You will be required to show proof of vaccination prior to attending the course.

The Nationally Recognised Certificate IV in Leadership and Management course is delivered in the classroom or Zoom over 13 weekly sessions running from 9:00am-4:30pm, for approximately 6 months. This course is not available to the public. If we are delivering this course for your employer/organisation, we will schedule it at dates & times to suit you.

Total classroom hours:182 hours total

Estimated study hours:8 hours per week

This Qualification consists of 12 units of competency.

  • BSBLDR411 Demonstrate leadership in the workplace (core)
  • BSBLDR413 Lead effective workplace relationships (core)
  • BSBXCM401 Apply communication strategies in the workplace (core)
  • BSBOPS402 Coordinate business operational plans (core)
  • BSBXTW401 Lead and facilitate a team (core)
  • BSBLDR412 Communicate effectively as a workplace leader
  • BSBPEF402 Develop personal work priorities
  • BSBOPS403 Apply business risk management processes
  • BSBTWK401 Build and maintain business relationships
  • BSBSTR401 Promote innovation in team environments
  • BSBLDR414 Lead team effectiveness
  • BSBSUS411 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

Knowledge

Students will require a sound understanding of how to navigate computers along with software (Word, PowerPoint), opening and closing documents, saving documents, formatting documents, typing and using the internet for searching and emails. Students who are not confident using computers are welcome to enrol in one of the short computer courses provided by MSA Training and Professional Development.

Students are required to fill out a Language Literacy and Numeracy assessment during the enrolment process. For those with difficulty filling out the LLN form MSA Training and Professional Development offers a beginners’ ESL and individual ESL classes. During enrolment students will also undergo a pre-training review which will help make sure this course is right for you and identify any additional support you may need.

Attendance 

Students who are unable to attend all sessions of their chosen timetable may need to make-up those sessions in other timetables to be able to successfully complete their qualification.

Group-work is required for this qualification and students will be assessed on their level of participation.

Students are required to attend a minimum of 85% of their classes. If you are unable to meet the minimum attendance, you may be required to take make-up sessions in a different timetable.

Assessment methods and requirements

Assessments will involve students working in groups for role-plays and projects. Written assessments and case studies to obtain learner knowledge will be conducted in the classroom and as homework.

Assessments are to be submitted to your trainer within 4 weeks of the unit/cluster.

Technology 

Please ensure you have a laptop with Microsoft Word, or equivalent, for campus-based classes.

A computer with Microsoft Word, or equivalent, sufficient internet connection, camera and mic for zoom classes, before enrolling into this qualification.

For an enhanced learning experience, it is strongly recommended to use a second monitor while studying this course via Zoom, as it will provide greater convenience and flexibility.

Learning online

Options available

  • Payment by employer (invoice)
  • Skills First Government Funding (not available in 2025)
  • Payment plans

We do not accept cash payments.

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How to enrol

To enrol into this course, please complete the enrolment forms below. As part of the enrolment form you will complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy assessment. Please note, the LLN assessment is a requirement for ALL students who wish to undertake this qualification. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

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Please do not print the enrolment forms.

Once you have been accepted into your course, you will receive an email roughly one week prior to course commencement. This will include student log in details and information about your Zoom classroom or campus-based venue.

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.

You will be required to complete a Language Literacy and Numeracy Assessment. Please see student handbook for more information on the LL&N Assessment.

Sufficient written and spoken English language skills, basic word processing skills and some on the job experience in a supervisory role.

Credit Transfers (CT)

Credit Transfer is a process used to recognise qualifications and Statements of Attainment issued by any other RTO or TAFE.  If you have successfully completed any of the units in the course in which you are enrolling, or their equivalent, you may be eligible for credit transfer.  Where credit transfer is granted you will be considered to have already successfully completed the unit(s), and will not have to participate in training or assessment activities for that unit(s).  In determining where credit transfer may be granted, MSA Training and Professional Development must be confident of the currency of the applicant’s knowledge.  In fields where practice/technology is changing rapidly, credit transfer may not be granted where knowledge of unit(s) has dated.

MSA Training and Professional Development will recognise AQF qualifications and Statements of Attainment issued by any RTO.

To apply for a credit transfer, please complete the Application for credit transfer form and email it to msa-monashtraining@monash.edu

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

RPL is an assessment process that gives an individual (you) an opportunity to gain formal recognition—i.e. a qualification or statement of attainment— for knowledge and skills you have attained through informal learning, work and life experiences. If you think you may be able to gain RPL for any of the units for this qualification, please speak to us to request and RPL Information Handout.

At MSA Training and Professional Development, the mental health and well-being of our learners, trainers, and staff are of paramount importance. We recognise that the challenges of modern life can affect anyone, which is why we have established partnerships with various services within the University. These collaborations are designed to provide essential support to our community, ensuring that help is readily accessible whenever it is needed.

To enhance the capabilities of our team, we offer regular professional development sessions for our trainers and staff. This ongoing training equips them with the necessary skills and knowledge to offer first-response support to individuals facing mental health challenges. We believe that a well-informed and compassionate team can make a significant difference in the lives of those in need.

If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, we encourage you to reach out for help. For more information, please visit: Mental Health Resources.

Additionally, we invite you to explore the wide range of support services available through MSA Training and Professional Development. Click here to discover the resources and assistance that can make a positive impact on your well-being and that of those around you. Your mental health matters, and we are here to help.

After achieving this qualification candidates may undertake a qualification at Diploma level (eg. Diploma of Leadership and Management) which would be a suitable training pathways and would support career progression.

Angel Pavithra VJ Naido

Angel Pavithra VJ Naido is a dynamic Business Enthusiast and Agile Project Management Strategist, specialising in driving digital transformation and sustainable finance. With a passion for learning, Angel is a proactive and driven communicator known for her charisma and ability to inspire. She thrives on delivering innovative solutions that foster growth and transformation in the business world. With leadership experience managing cross-cultural teams in global MNCs, and a background in finance, psychology, and education, Angel creates impactful learning experiences that combine technical expertise with a strong understanding of organizational dynamics.

“I value hearing learners’ voices in the classroom, encouraging them to share their experiences to foster a collaborative and engaging learning environment.”

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Anna Mastwyk

For the past 28 years, Anna has worked as a Learning & Development Consultant, Facilitator, Assessor and Study Coach providing competency-based training and assessment in industry.
She facilitates and assesses competency-based training, and designs learning resources and assessment tools. Anna has worked with MSA Training and Professional development since 2014 and specialises in teaching and assessing in Cert IV in Training and Assessment as well as Diploma of Leadership and Management.
Anna is passionate about sharing her knowledge and encourages experiential and flexible learning with a strong emphasis on the transfer of knowledge into the workplace.

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Natasha Brown

Natasha is an experienced trainer with 20+ years in the VET sector whilst also working concurrently in industry. Natasha’s view of training is that training should be transformational achieving improved performance and knowledge – and not training for training’s sake. Training in Training and Assessment has been something Natasha has considerable experience in and brings a wealth of lived experience.

Enrolling into this course (classroom based only) will entitle you to a temporary public transport tertiary concession card.

Benefit
PTV Tertiary Student ID holders receive a 50 per cent discount on travel.

Eligibility

To obtain a PTV Tertiary Student ID you must be:

  • attending a normal course of full-time study at an Institution registered with the Victorian Department of Education and Training as shown in the PTV Register of Approved Courses in Tertiary Institutions; and
  • a citizen or permanent resident of Australia (Special Category Visa holders excluded); student with refugee status; student studying as part of an approved overseas exchange program; or student holding an Australia Awards Scholarship.

Unfortunately, you’re not eligible for a PTV Tertiary Student ID if you are:

  • enrolled in a Masters, Doctorate, or other postgraduate course
  • an overseas full-fee paying student (primary, secondary or tertiary)
  • enrolled in a tertiary course which is less than 10 weeks duration
  • enrolled in an apprenticeship course
  • enrolled in an off-campus course
  • not studying full time

To assess the type of concession, select ‘Monash Student Association’ in the Institution drop down box, this will bring up a list of MTPD courses.

Applying for a PTV Tertiary ID

Complete the PTV Tertiary Student ID form below and attach to your enrolment application:

For more information go to https://www.ptv.vic.gov.au/tickets/myki/concessions-and-free-travel/children-and-students/tertiary-students/

This qualification is available to be taught at your workplace for groups of 8 or more employees. Find out more here.