Leadership and Management

LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT PROGRAM

The Leadership and Management Program

UPC College offers four different qualifications (Courses) in Business and Leadership and Management areas.

The Certificate IV in Business (BSB40120) requires 6 to 12 months to complete depending on your ability and commitment. Please refer to the following links for more information:

· International students under student visa (Sydney Campus only).

· Domestic student studying full-time (In class learning) (Sydney Campus only).

· Domestic students eligible for NSW Government-funded Smart & Skilled Program.

· Domestic fee-for-service students taking distance learning.

The Diploma of Leadership and Management (BSB50420) requires 9 to 24 months to complete depending on your ability and commitment. Please refer to the following links for more information:

· International students under student visa (Sydney Campus only).

· Domestic student studying full-time (In class learning) (Sydney Campus only).

· Domestic students eligible for NSW Government-funded Smart & Skilled Program.

· Domestic fee-for-service students taking distance learning.

The Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management (BSB60420) requires 9 to 24 months to complete depending on your ability and commitment. Please refer to the following links for more information:

· International students under student visa (Sydney Campus only).

· Domestic student studying full-time (In class learning) (Sydney Campus only).

· Domestic fee-for-service students taking distance learning.

The Graduate Diploma of Strategic Leadership (BSB80320) requires 9 to 24 months to complete depending on your ability and commitment. Please refer to the following links for more information:

· International students under student visa.

· Domestic student studying full-time (In class learning).

· Domestic fee-for-service students taking distance learning.

Highlights of the Leadership and Management Program

A leader or manager plays a crucial role in any business, driving team performance, fostering a positive work environment, and aligning efforts with organizational goals.

From a group leader, team manager to a managing director, they motivate, guide, and support their teams, ensuring efficient operations and strategic growth. Effective leadership involves clear communication, decision-making, and the ability to inspire and adapt to changing business landscapes.

The Business, Leadership, and Management courses at UPC College offer a unique and comprehensive training program with reasonable fees and full support for additional English and academic lessons.

18 Years of Excellence
For the past 18 years, UPC College has proudly provided business and management education to thousands of domestic and international students, significantly benefiting the community.
Flexible Training Programs
UPC offers flexible training options, including in-class delivery for both domestic and international students, traineeships for the current workforce, and distance learning for career changers.
Diverse Career Pathways
Graduates have a variety of career opportunities, from promotions to pursuing a bachelor’s degree for higher-level positions in a wide range of disciplines, including business, management, and information technology (Please refer to the articulation information).
High Employment Rates
The high demand for well-trained professionals means that most graduates find employment within months of completing their studies. Highly capable students, particularly international students pursuing university studies in high-demand fields, will have opportunities to prolong their stay in Australia through higher education work experience programs and then seek permanent residency status.

For further information, please contact the College at admission@upc.edu.au or one of our international representatives. (See UPC Agent List).

Summary Information

Qualification Code and Description		BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business	BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership & Management	BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership & Management	Internship training program
CRICOS Code		104698G	107716H	104699F	–
AQF level		4	5	6	–
Course structure (Units)		6 core and 6 elective units	6 core and 6 elective units	5 core and 5 elective units	As requested
Available during the COVID-19 pandemic		Onshore & offshore	Onshore & offshore	Onshore	onshore
Single course (Duration & fees)		9 months ($AU6,000)	12 months ($AU8,000)	12 months ($AU8,000)	20 hours per week for 20 weeks during study period ($AU2,000)
Packaged course (Duration & fees)		9 months ($AU6,000)	9 months ($AU6,000)	9 months ($AU6,000)
Learning resources		$AU150	$AU150	$AU150	–
Internship Placement (Optional) – Paying extra $AU2,000 placement fee.		Not available	We can place you in a suitable internship for work experience. Two main objectives of your internship program are to let you: · practice what you have learnt in your Leadership and Management course, and · earn precious experience in the industry of your choice. Placement: 20 hours per week for 20 weeks (6 months) during the course duration.
Delivery mode (See Note 2)	On- shore	Mixed mode – Classroom + online + structured self-study
	Off- shore	Mixed mode – Online + structured self-study. This mode of delivery is applied during the period when the international travelling ban is in place.
Term (Study period)		There are 4 terms per year and 9 studying weeks per term
Total volume of learning		14 hours of classroom (or classroom + online) per week and 6 hours of structured self-study. On top of these, you study in your own time from 10 to 15 hours per week, then complete assessments.
Assessment method		Assessments are competency-based. The theoretical component of each unit is assessed in the form of written assignments, case studies, research projects, etc. while the practical component is assessed in a simulated environment where the conditions are typical of those in the real business world.
Course completion		Upon successful completion of all units of competency of each qualification, you will receive the Australian nationally recognised qualification which includes two documents, the Testamur, and the Record of Results. A student who does not complete all required units of a qualification will be issued a Statement of Attainment showing all units of competency that he/she has successfully completed.
Work permit during study periods		You are permitted to have paid employment during your study: 40 hours per fortnight (Every two weeks) during study term and no hour limit during term breaks or holidays.
Next intake date		Please see information in the Intake Dates and Fees Schedule

Disclaimer – The course information may be changed without prior notice.

Currency – The electronic version of this document posted in UPC website is the approved and most current. Any printed version is uncontrolled and may not be current.

Note 1: You may be required to sit for the UPC English Placement Test if it deems to be necessary.

Note 2: Modes of delivery

Normal time – All Business & Leadership and Management classes will have 14 hours of face-to-face training (Classroom) and 6 hours of structured self-study per week. If required, a maximum of 6 of these 20 hours can be
During the COVID-19 pandemic,
- Onshore students – Depending on the intensity of the pandemic, courses may be delivered online or a combination of online and
- Offshore students – The BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business and BSB50420 Diploma of L & M will be delivered online to offshore students while they are waiting for travel permission to