Double Diploma:
Diploma of Leadership & Management BSB50420 and Diploma of Business BSB50120.
It’s the smart power move for those who want to expand their impact, enhance their career options, and position themselves for long-term success.
Your career journey isn’t just about leading people or running operations … it’s about doing both with confidence and impact. The nationally recognised Double Diploma of Leadership & Management BSB50420 and Diploma of Business BSB50120 equips you with the skills, knowledge, and real-world expertise to inspire teams, drive business performance, and achieve results that matter. You’ll graduate with the capability to lead with influence, manage with clarity, and thrive in today’s fast-moving business world ... backed by two qualifications that set you apart.
Duration:
Up to 14 months
Price:
$3,995
Study Mode:
Online
Start Date:
Straight away
Minimum Entry Requirements:
25+, and Year 12 (or work experience)
RPL or CT:
Yes
About the course.
Why choose one when you can achieve both?
With just two additional units, you can elevate a single diploma into the powerhouse Double Diploma ... giving you a broader foundation, sharper skillset, and exceptional career flexibility.
This program is made up of 14 units that strategically blend the core business competencies with advanced leadership and management expertise. You’ll master the skills to:
• Drive organisational performance and continuous improvement
• Lead diverse teams and manage people effectively
• Build emotional intelligence and influence workplace relationships
• Manage business operations, budgets, resources, and risk
• Develop critical thinking and communication strategies
• Lead change and foster workplace sustainability
Every unit has been carefully chosen to ensure you graduate with the dual capability to excel as both a strategic business operator and a confident leader.
14 Units of Competency:
BSBPEF502
Develop and use emotional intelligence
Core
BSBCMM511
Communicate with influence
Core
BSBCRT511
Develop critical thinking in others
Core
BSBXCM501
Lead communication in the workplace
Core
BSBLDR521
Lead the development of diverse workforces
Core
BSBTWK502
Manage team effectiveness
Core
BSBLDR523
Lead and manage effective workplace relationships
Elective
BSBLDR522
Manage people performance
Elective
BSBOPS502
Manage business operational plans
Core
BSBFIN501
Manage budgets and financial plans
Core
BSBOPS501
Manage business resources
Core
BSBOPS504
Manage business risk
Elective
BSBSTR502
Facilitate continuous improvement
Elective
BSBSUS511
Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability
Core
Units of Competency
BSBPEF502
BSBCMM511
BSBCRT511
BSBXCM501
BSBLDR521
BSBTWK502
BSBLDR523
BSBLDR522
BSBOPS502
BSBFIN501
BSBOPS501
BSBOPS504
BSBSTR502
BSBSUS511
Develop and use emotional intelligence
Communicate with influence
Develop critical thinking in others
Lead communication in the workplace
Lead the development of diverse workforces
Manage team effectiveness
Lead and manage effective workplace relationships
Manage people performance
Manage business operational plans
Manage budgets and financial plans
Manage business resources
Manage business risk
Facilitate continuous improvement
Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability
BSB50420
Core
Core
Core
Elective
Core
Core
Elective
Core
Elective
Elective
Elective
Elective
BSB50120
Elective
Core
Core
Elective
Elective
Elective
Elective
Core
Core
Elective
Elective
Core
Frequently asked questions.
How do you determine if I am suitable for this course
Before enrolment, all learners complete a pre-enrolment review. This allows us to confirm that the course is suitable for you based on age requirements, your goals, prior experience, and your ability to successfully participate in online study. We also consider your language, literacy, numeracy, and digital literacy skills to ensure you are set up for success. This process helps protect you from enrolling in a course that is not the right fit.
Does meeting the entry requirements guarantee enrolment
No. Meeting the minimum entry requirements does not automatically guarantee enrolment. Enrolment is confirmed after completion of the pre-enrolment review to ensure the qualification is suitable for your individual circumstances.
What happens if the course is not suitable for me
If we determine during the pre-enrolment review that the course is not the right fit for your circumstances, we will discuss alternative options with you or refer you to other pathways where appropriate.
How long does the course take
Up to 14 months. Your course progress will depend on your experience, the time you can commit, the pace you work at, and how focused you are on getting it done. This is flexible self paced learning to suit you, your lifestyle and your goals.
When can I start
Anytime ... once we have confirmed your eligibility you can enrol and begin straight away
Is the double diploma nationally recognised
Yes ... it’s part of the Australian Qualifications Framework
Do I need prior study
No ... just complete a pre-enrolment review so we can confirm your eligibility, including age requirements, your goals, prior experience, and your ability to successfully participate in online study, and that we are the right provider for you.
Is RPL or CT available
Yes ... RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning) or CT (Credit Transfer) is available, and you may be eligible to get credit for past skills or experience. Book a call and let's discuss it
How much does it cost
We know investing in your future is a big decision, so we offer flexible payment options to help you choose a plan that works best for you.
Option 1: $3,995 upfront if your employer is funding the course
Option 2: $1,500 12 monthly payments of $207.92
Option 3: 12 monthly payments of $332.92
How is it delivered
100% online with trainer support
Will I get help
Yes ... support and coaching is available whenever you need it. There is nothing we like more that discussing leadership, business and entrepreneurship and we are here to help you every step of the way
What tech do I need
A reliable computer with Adobe Reader®, Microsoft Word® and a current web browser
A stable and reliable internet connection
A video/audio recording device such as a smartphone, tablet or webcam (required for assessment evidence)
A personal email address for communication and LMS access
Can I study while working
Absolutely ... it’s designed to fit around your schedule
Can I pathway to further study
Not within Connect Business Academy, but the double diploma will lead nicely into further education should you be looking to advance to a Graduate Diploma
Will completing this course guarantee me a job
No course can guarantee you a job. However, this course is designed to give you the practical skills, industry knowledge, and confidence you need to be highly competitive in the job market. You will graduate with capabilities that employers value and with a stronger position when applying for roles or seeking career progression
Meet your Head Trainer.
At the heart of Connect Business Academy is our CEO, Andrew Sisley ... a leader, mentor, and all-round business enthusiast with more than 30 years in senior roles across global giants like Samsung, national icons such as Woolworths, and a colourful mix of SMEs and startups.
Andrew’s career passport is well-stamped: Australia, England, Indonesia, the USA, and New Zealand. Across these landscapes, he’s honed a leadership philosophy built on one timeless truth ... invest in people and lasting success will follow.
He’s passionate about coaching and mentoring professionals to achieve the kind of goals that light them up. When you study with Connect: you’re not just ticking off units; you’re learning from someone who’s walked the path, faced the challenges, celebrated the wins ... and knows how to make the journey exciting.
Qualifications:
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Graduate Diploma of Business Administration
Diploma of Business
Diploma of Leadership and Management
Certificate IV in Business
Certificate IV in Leadership and Management
Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE)
More than qualifications, Connect: is a community.
At Connect Business Academy, you are part of a diverse, supportive community where your unique perspective matters.
We deeply value diversity and inclusion as the foundation of our vibrant and innovative community.
Whether you’re studying in the city, on the coast, or out in the bush, you’re connected to trainers, peers, and mentors who want to see you succeed.
At Connect Business Academy, you are part of a diverse, supportive community where your unique perspective matters.
We deeply value diversity and inclusion as the foundation of our vibrant and innovative community.
Whether you’re studying in the city, on the coast, or out in the bush, you’re connected to trainers, peers, and mentors who want to see you succeed.
More than qualifications, Connect: is a community.
At Connect Business Academy, you are part of a diverse, supportive community where your unique perspective matters.
We deeply value diversity and inclusion as the foundation of our vibrant and innovative community.
Whether you’re studying in the city, on the coast, or out in the bush, you’re connected to trainers, peers, and mentors who want to see you succeed.
At Connect Business Academy, you are part of a diverse, supportive community where your unique perspective matters.
We deeply value diversity and inclusion as the foundation of our vibrant and innovative community.
Whether you’re studying in the city, on the coast, or out in the bush, you’re connected to trainers, peers, and mentors who want to see you succeed.
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we live and work and pay our respects to Elders past and present.
We celebrate diversity and welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, genders, and sexualities.
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We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we live and work and pay our respects to Elders past and present.
We celebrate diversity and welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, genders, and sexualities.
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