BEST Senior Leaders Diploma Program

BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management

On the back of a successful 2024 Community Leadership Program, Business and Employment South Tasmania (BEST) in collaboration with Octave Temple are delighted to offer more programs for 2025.

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Empowering Local Leaders for Personal and Professional Growth

This program is for New, Existing or Potential Managers wanting to upskill their Management and Leadership Capabilities.

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Program Description

In our dynamic community of small businesses, effective leadership is key to growth and resilience. Our Diploma of Leadership and Management program, designed for existing managers, empowers leaders to expand their skills and drive meaningful impact. Combining science-backed frameworks, hands-on workshops, and real-world case studies, this course goes beyond theory, equipping participants to lead confidently, foster innovation, and build a positive workplace culture.

Led by experienced facilitators, participants gain practical tools to develop high-performing teams, achieve strategic goals, and create lasting value for their businesses and the community. Join us to invest in your leadership journey and our shared future.

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The Benefits

Benefits for the Business

Enhanced Leadership Skills
Improved Team Performance
Boosted Innovation and Adaptability
Increased Operational Efficiency
Stronger Workplace Culture
Increased Competitiveness
Future-Proofing the Business
Positive Community Impact

Benefits for You

Unlock potential and accelerate career growth
Receive a nationally recognised Diploma
Gain practical leadership skills
Expand professional networks
Increase Self-Awareness & Emotional Intelligence
Enhance adaptability in a changing world
Prepare for higher responsibilities
Contribute to organisational success
Drive positive impact and inspire others

Topic and Unit Description

Unit 1: BSBLDR411 Demonstrate leadership in the workplace

Learn how to model effective leadership by setting a positive example, fostering a productive work environment, and guiding teams to achieve organisational goals. Uncover the type of leader that you would like to be.

Unit 2: BSBPEF502 Develop and use emotional intelligence

Enhance emotional awareness, understand its impact on workplace relationships, and use emotional intelligence to manage stress, improve communication, and navigate challenges.

Unit 3: BSBPEF401 Manage personal health and wellbeing

Focuses on strategies for managing personal health in a professional setting, covering stress management, work-life balance, and mindfulness.

Unit 4: BSBPEF501 Manage personal and professional development

Emphasizes creating strategies for ongoing growth, including goal setting, feedback, and identifying opportunities for self-improvement.

Unit 7: BSBOPS502 Manage business operational plans

Covers managing operational tasks like developing and executing business plans, aligning with goals, resource management, and performance monitoring, ideal for leaders in business strategy.

Unit 8: BSBOPS505 Manage organisational customer service

Focuses on managing organizational customer service through strategy development, service improvement, complaint handling, and fostering customer satisfaction.

Unit 9: BSBCRT511 Develop critical thinking in others

Teaches leaders to encourage critical thinking by guiding teams in problem-solving, strategic analysis, and informed decision-making for innovation.

Unit 5: BSBLDR523 Lead and manage effective workplace relationships

Teaches leaders to build positive workplace relationships through effective communication, conflict resolution, and team motivation, fostering collaboration and trust.

Unit 6: BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness

Focuses on improving team performance by defining roles, managing dynamics, and providing feedback, helping leaders boost team productivity and morale.

Unit 10: BSBCMM511 Communicate with influence

Develops skills to communicate persuasively, influence stakeholders, and lead change, covering techniques for both formal and informal communication.

Unit 11: BSBCMM412 Lead difficult conversations

Equips leaders to manage challenging workplace conversations with emotional intelligence, active listening, and professionalism.

Unit 12: BSBTWK503 Manage meetings

Develops the essential skills to plan, lead, and manage effective meetings. Focuses on strategies for clear communication, active participation, and structured outcomes, ensuring meetings are productive and align with organizational objectives.

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Program Details

Timeframe

7 months | Feb – Aug 25
Wednesdays or Thursdays 10am-2pm

Location

Sorell – TBC

Delivery

Face to Face

Investment

Partially funded by Skills Tasmania.
$750 gap fee (50% BEST Discount).

Eligibility

Full-time or part-time employee’s working at least 15 hours per week

There are two sign up paperwork to complete – one for the Training Organisation and one to access funding.

Career Opportunities

Team Leader | Supervisor | Self-Leadership

Program Trainers

Octave Temple

Registered Training Organisation

Link Education

Pathways

Diploma Qualifications

Assessments

Practical activities during workshops. Small amount of activities, reflection and practical application in between workshops.

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Your Trainers

Molly Roche

Kara Glover

Testimonials from previous participants

“Molly has a fantastic approach to teaching leadership. It has changed the way we run our business and how our team communicates with each other. Thanks Molly.”

“This program helps you understand yourself in order to understand and lead others”

“This program was very beneficial for me, someone who has recently started in the management field. Molly was amazing, she deserves a gold star”

“I have gained so much knowledge, skills and confidence during this journey. I feel so much more confidence now than I did 6 months ago.”

“I highly recommend this program to others in the community.”

Expression of Interest

We are excited to receive your Expression of Interest; once you are eligible for this program, we'll get in touch with you shortly.