Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management

This Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management is a two-year VET qualification at Arthur Phillip College of Business and Leadership. It's built for people who want to run teams, manage operations, and make decisions with real consequences. You'll work through units of study that cover leading and managing people, developing and using emotional intelligence, managing budgets and financial plans, implementing operational plans, managing risk, and leading workplace relationships. Assessment is practical. You'll write business plans, run simulated projects, analyse case studies, and present recommendations to a panel. Some units may include a work placement or industry project where you apply what you've learned in an actual organisation.

Australian VET qualifications are structured around units of competency. Each unit has a national code, and you need to complete all required units to get the award. Most colleges deliver these over semesters or trimesters, with full-time study typically around 20 hours per week. Credit points aren't used the same way as in universities, but each unit carries a set number of nominal hours. If you've done prior study or have relevant work experience, you can apply for recognition of prior learning (RPL), which can shorten your course.

You'll finish with skills in planning, delegating, performance management, workplace communication, and operational problem-solving. The course suits people who are already working and want a formal qualification, or students who want a practical pathway into management without committing to a three-year bachelor degree. It also sits on the AQF at a level below a bachelor, so it can be a stepping stone if you later decide to articulate into a degree with credit.

International students study on a Student visa, which lets you work up to 48 hours per fortnight while your course is in session. After you finish, you may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream, depending on your circumstances. English entry is IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall or an accepted equivalent, though the Department of Home Affairs sets its own minimum for the visa. Tuition is published on the CRICOS register under course code 107435F. Check the official page for current unit lists, intakes, and fees.

• Team leader or supervisor in retail, hospitality, or logistics
• Office manager or administration coordinator
• Project support officer
• Operations coordinator in small to medium businesses
• Customer service manager
• Business development assistant

These roles are common across Australian industries including retail, health administration, manufacturing, construction, and professional services. Some graduates use the qualification to move into middle management or to meet entry requirements for further study.