Certificate IV in Leadership and Management

There is no pre-requisites or specific entry requirement for this qualification. This course is available to all international students and Sarry Institute requires that students are able to provide evidence that they:
• Have demonstrated an IELTS level at score of least 5.5 or equivalent (test results must be no more than 2 years old) or demonstration of successful completion of at least General English at Upper Intermediate or English for Academic Purposes Upper Intermediate level.
• Have a suitable level of language, literacy and numeracy to complete course requirements with or without additional support that Sarry Institute is able to provide.
• Have successfully completed Australian year 12 or equivalent.
• Are at least at age of 18 on the date of course commencement.

Please note:
All the students commencing this course are required to complete LLN test on the orientation day to assist Sarry Institute to identify student’s needs for additional support during their study with Sarry Institute.

Additional entry requirements:
• Student must have access to working PC or laptop with a configuration suitable to meet study requirements. Please seek your trainer/assessor assistance in this regard.
• Student must have sound digital literacy and access to working internet.
• Student must be able to attend scheduled theory classes and classes to be conducted in simulated environment (if schedule during Covid-19 is varied from original schedule).
• Where classroom visit is required to conduct the assessments in the compliant way and in accordance with Standard 1.8 of SRTO 2015, Sarry Institute would not be allowing more than 4 learners (or one group, whichever is less) in the class ensuring 4 sqm social distancing is maintained.

During COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak, Sarry Institute will use a flexible delivery mode for training and assessment, providing training package requirements allow for this. We would ensure that all regulatory requirements are met with as little disruptions possible. As circumstances change and restrictions are eased, these temporary arrangements will be reviewed, and enrolled students will be notified accordingly. Sarry Institute aims to review any changes in circumstances before commencement of each term so that it has least possible impact on students and course delivery.

Orientation
New student Orientation will be done via phone, e-mail and zoom. New students will receive an e-mail and call from the Admissions department on the Friday, prior to their date of commencement with all necessary further information and instructions. If you have any questions regarding this process, please contact +61 (3) 9670 4418 or [email protected]. Please email or call the student administration should you require any additional support.

Classes
During Covid-19, Sarry Institute will transition to an online learning environment, this means there will be no face to classes running, unless required to be in simulated environment specifically in class or covid-19 restrictions are eased and/or state government allow to return to full onsite learning. If any student require assistance with their online learning environment, student will notify their trainer and assessor where trainer/assessor will provide them with further guidance.

Online options
The online learning environment will be supported by a range of resources that will vary between units but may consist of learning summaries, video recordings or YouTube videos, and extra documents to aid student’s learning. All training staff will be available online at scheduled class times to guide and support the student through their studies. The online learning environment will be available through using Zoom.

Assessment
Assessment tasks will vary for each unit of competency, but some of these may be moved online. Some assessment tasks may also be delayed or deferred to a later date pending the situation with COVID-19. The trainers are required to communicate with students for unit specific information. The best way to do this is through Zoom or through email.

Support
All staff at Sarry Institute will continue to work and will continue to provide the students with the support any individual may need. The student will be remained connected with each trainer/assessor through regular class participation to assist them continuing their studies. Sarry Institute will also provide online academic and language support and student support staff are always here to help.

Duration: 52 weeks, including 44 study weeks and 8 weeks of holidays.
Study load: 20 hours per week in the classroom
Estimated Self-Study Hours: 5 hours per week (may be more or less depending on learner’s pre-existing skills and knowledge)

Course Information
A total of 12 Units (5 Core and 7 electives) must be completed and deemed competent to achieve the qualification BSB40520 Certificate IV in Leadership and Management. Participants who achieve competency in any unit/s will receive a Statement of Attainment (provided USI is verified) for that unit/s without completing all 12 units in the qualification. Students completing all the required units of competency will attain full qualification.

Course Structure
12 UNITS (5 CORE AND 7 ELECTIVES)

Assessment Methodology
Assessment methods used for this qualification are varied and will provide a range of ways for individuals to demonstrate that they have met the required outcomes. Assessment methods may include:

• Written questions
• Projects
• Presentations
• Report writing
• Role plays/observations
At the beginning of each unit, your trainer and assessor will outline the assessment tasks that must be completed.

Reference Textbooks:
Management Theory and Practice,7th Edition, Cole, Cengage Learning, 2016

Further Information
For all further details, please refer to International Student Handbook on for all related policies and procedures (policies and procedures also available on www.sarryinstitute.edu.au) and other important information related to international students including Covid-19, living cost, life and study in Sydney, etc.
Please contact the Administration Manager at [email protected] or at +61 (3) 9670 4418 for further information.

Once students have successfully completed BSB40520 Certificate IV in Leadership and Management, they can apply for various roles across management positions that have responsibility for the work of other staff and lead teams.

The further study pathways available to students who undertake this qualification include:
• BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and management
• Other Diploma or Advanced Diploma programs in related fields such as business, management, marketing.

Total Course Fee $8,000 being:
Tuition Fee $7,500
Material Fee: $250
Application Fee AUD $250
(Application fee is non-refundable under all circumstances. Please refer to Sarry Institute’s refund policy and procedure for further details)