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BSB50120
Diploma of Business (Organisational Development)
Start Date
Rolling Enrolment
Duration
12 Months
Delivery Method
Online
Units
12
Influence change across a wide range of business functions.
Become an expert in developing and navigating organisational change with the BSB50120 Diploma of Business (Organisational Development).
By studying this course, you will learn essential skills in business development, teamwork, problem-solving, communication, and persuasion strategies suited for a team lead or management position.
If you’re interested in being a catalyst for driving positive workplace culture, change and efficiency, this is the course for you. Become an asset to your workplace by learning how to influence organisational change in your company to become a better, stronger workforce.
Next Start Date
Rolling Enrolment
Duration
12 Months
Delivery Method
Online
Course Overview
Study the Diploma of Business (Organisational Development)
The BSB50120 Diploma of Business (Organisational Development) course gives you a thorough understanding of the principles and techniques necessary to oversee change and innovation within a business.
This online course will equip you with the essential skills to effectively manage employees, motivate people and bring success towards organisational goals and initiatives.
In the BSB50120 Diploma in Business (Operations) course, you will learn to:
- develop teams and staffing resources
- be influential with key stakeholders
- present and win proposals
- pursue new business ventures
- methods and strategies to bring business growth and development.
This course also focuses on learning advanced communication skills to engage with key stakeholders and staff. You will learn how to present ideas, develop your written and verbal communication skills and learn to communicate with influence and persuasion.
During this course, you will be assigned to work with highly experienced specialist business trainers to guide and support you throughout your studies at TrainSmart Australia.
Is the Diploma of Business (Organisational Development) for You?
The BSB50120 Diploma of Business (Organisational Development) gives you a thorough understanding of the principles and skills to grow and navigate organisational change and development.
You might want to consider studying this course if you:
- want to change careers into a business setting,
- wanting a competitive edge in securing employment,
- looking to formalise your existing experience,
- want to be influential with key stakeholders,
- want to be responsible for initiating and managing business development initiatives,
- want to develop skills in human resourcing and managing teams.
What will you learn in the Diploma of Business (Organisational Development)?
The Diploma of Business (Organisational Development) is guided by our four pillars of learning.
- Pillar 1: Emotional intelligence, critical thinking, and communication with influence to achieve organisational outcomes.
- Pillar 2: Organisational development and growth to achieve strategic goals while working effectively with key stakeholders.
- Pillar 3: Manage major areas of business development and operations while achieving compliance to current legislative frameworks.
- Pillar 4: Organisational management and development of business resources such as finance, people, administrative systems, and sustainability.
These pillars of learning are fundamental components of what it takes to be successful in business. You will be guided through 12 nationally accredited units to complete this course to gain these learning outcomes.
How will you study the Diploma of Business (Organisational Development)?
This course is delivered entirely online through a Trainer-Directed-Learning approach. In this format, our trainers and assessors will guide you through the learning material and assessments and give you valuable feedback to develop your knowledge and skills.
Your online learning materials include journal articles, reading materials, presentation slides, online student forums, recordings of previous classes, live classes and 1-on-1 coaching via videoconferencing.
Assessments are by way of written assignments and practical activities via video conferencing.
All learning is overseen by a qualified trainer and assessor.
How long is the Diploma of Business (Organisational Development)?
Studying this course online will run over 12 months. This method of learning requires no face-to-face classes. This form of study requires a commitment of at least 15 hours of study per week. All learning is overseen by a qualified trainer and assessor, committed to helping students complete their course within the given time frame.
Entry Requirements
Prior to being enrolled into the VSL eligible course, TrainSmart Australia must reasonably believe that the applicant is academically suited and displays competence for the course requirements including meeting any of the set entry requirements. This is determined by either:
- The student providing TrainSmart Australia with a copy of an Australian year 12 certificate of education; or,
- The student providing TrainSmart Australia with a copy of a Certificate IV qualification (or above) that was delivered as a part of the AQF (Australian Qualification Framework) that can be verified by the issuing organisation or the USI (unique student identifier) transcript or,
- The student completing the Core Skills Profile for Adults online assessment passing at or above Exit Level 3 in the Australian Core Skills Framework in both reading and numeracy. TrainSmart Australia must also reasonably believe that the student displays that competence.
Please note, we are unable to enrol international students at this time.
Delivery Method
The BSB50120 Diploma of Business (Organisational Development) course is delivered fully online with 12 units to complete.
Knowledge Based Assessments
14
Case Studies
12
Practical Assessments
12
Modules
This qualification is made up of the following units of competency. All units of competency must be completed in order to successfully attain the BSB50120 Diploma of Business (Organisational Development).
The BSB50120 Diploma of Business (Organisational Development) is broken up into the following Modules.
Module 1: Operations Part 1
Manage personal health and wellbeing
BSBPEF401
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify signs and sources of strain on personal health and wellbeing (both physical and mental) within job roles and according to key performance indicators (KPIs). The unit applies to individuals who operate with a high level of autonomy, have excellent communication skills and apply knowledge of organisational policies and relevant legislation.
Manage personal and professional development
BSBPEF501
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to implement systems and process that support the personal and professional development of self and others. The unit applies to individuals working in a range of managerial positions who are accountable for the development and performance of others.
Develop administrative systems
BSBOPS503
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan for or review the requirements of administrative systems and procedures for implementing, monitoring and reviewing the system. The unit applies to individuals employed in a range of work environments in senior administrative roles.
Manage organisational customer service
BSBOPS505
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop strategies to manage organisational systems that ensure products and services are delivered and maintained to standards agreed by the organisation. The unit applies to individuals who supervise customer service provided by others within an organisation. At this level, individuals must exercise considerable discretion and judgement, using a range of problem solving and decision making strategies.
Module 2: Operations Part 2
Develop and use emotional intelligence
BSBPEF502
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and use emotional intelligence to increase self-awareness, self-management, social awareness and relationship management in the workplace. The unit applies to individuals who are required to identify, analyse, synthesise and act on information from a range of sources and who deal with unpredictable problems as part of their job role. These individuals may be responsible for leading a team or work area.
Lead communication in the workplace
BSBXCM501
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead communication in the workplace within any industry. This unit has a specific focus on the communication skills required for team leaders with responsibility for other workers.
Develop critical thinking in others
BSBCRT511
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop critical and creative thinking skills in others within a workplace context. The unit applies to individuals who are developing and coaching others, for whom critical thinking skills (including analysis, synthesis, and evaluation) are an important part of their job roles. This unit applies to individuals who are typically responsible for leading teams.
Manage budgets and financial plan
BSBFIN501
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake financial management in an organisation or work area. It includes planning and implementing financial management approaches and supporting and evaluating effectiveness of financial management processes. The unit applies to managers in a wide range of organisations and sectors who have responsibility for the effective use of financial resources within work teams. They are responsible for ensuring that financial resources are managed in line with the financial objectives of the team and organisation.
Module 3: Organisational Development Part 3
Manage business resources
BSBOPS501
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage resources according to planned business strategies. It includes analysing resource requirements, developing resource plans, allocating resources, and reviewing and reporting on resource usage. The unit applies to individuals with a role in allocating and monitoring the use of physical and/or human resources to meet defined business objectives.
Evaluate and report on workplace sustainability
BSBSUS413
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify sustainable work practices, assess operation of sustainable practices against indicators and improvements and create reports detailing the assessment of workplace sustainability practices. The unit applies to individuals with responsibility for a specific area of work or who lead a work group or team. These individuals examine processes to identify sustainable work practices and assess them against international sustainability frameworks. ‘Sustainability’ in this unit refers to a broad approach that focuses on the minimisation of an organisation’s social, economic and environmental impact, as well as proactive value creation in these areas.
Articulate, present and debate ideas
BSBCRT412
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to articulate, present and debate ideas in a work or broader life context using creative techniques in order to provoke response, reaction and critical discussion. The unit applies to individuals who contribute and present ideas that may be complex in nature and may relate to new products, services, processes or creative works. These individuals are required to communicate ideas persuasively.
Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability
BSBSUS511
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and implement workplace sustainability policies and to modify the policy to suit changed circumstances. The unit applies to individuals with managerial responsibilities who undertake work developing approaches to create, monitor and improve strategies and policies within workplaces. These individuals also engage with a range of relevant stakeholders and specialists. ‘Sustainability’ in this unit refers to a broad approach that focuses on the minimisation of an organisation’s social, economic and environmental impact, as well as proactive value creation in these areas.
Module 1: Operations Part 1
Manage personal health and wellbeing
BSBPEF401
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify signs and sources of strain on personal health and wellbeing (both physical and mental) within job roles and according to key performance indicators (KPIs). The unit applies to individuals who operate with a high level of autonomy, have excellent communication skills and apply knowledge of organisational policies and relevant legislation.
Manage personal and professional development
BSBPEF501
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to implement systems and process that support the personal and professional development of self and others. The unit applies to individuals working in a range of managerial positions who are accountable for the development and performance of others.
Develop administrative systems
BSBOPS503
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan for or review the requirements of administrative systems and procedures for implementing, monitoring and reviewing the system. The unit applies to individuals employed in a range of work environments in senior administrative roles.
Manage organisational customer service
BSBOPS505
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop strategies to manage organisational systems that ensure products and services are delivered and maintained to standards agreed by the organisation. The unit applies to individuals who supervise customer service provided by others within an organisation. At this level, individuals must exercise considerable discretion and judgement, using a range of problem solving and decision making strategies.
Module 2: Operations Part 2
Develop and use emotional intelligence
BSBPEF502
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and use emotional intelligence to increase self-awareness, self-management, social awareness and relationship management in the workplace. The unit applies to individuals who are required to identify, analyse, synthesise and act on information from a range of sources and who deal with unpredictable problems as part of their job role. These individuals may be responsible for leading a team or work area.
Lead communication in the workplace
BSBXCM501
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead communication in the workplace within any industry. This unit has a specific focus on the communication skills required for team leaders with responsibility for other workers.
Develop critical thinking in others
BSBCRT511
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop critical and creative thinking skills in others within a workplace context. The unit applies to individuals who are developing and coaching others, for whom critical thinking skills (including analysis, synthesis, and evaluation) are an important part of their job roles. This unit applies to individuals who are typically responsible for leading teams.
Manage budgets and financial plan
BSBFIN501
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake financial management in an organisation or work area. It includes planning and implementing financial management approaches and supporting and evaluating effectiveness of financial management processes. The unit applies to managers in a wide range of organisations and sectors who have responsibility for the effective use of financial resources within work teams. They are responsible for ensuring that financial resources are managed in line with the financial objectives of the team and organisation.
Module 3: Organisational Development Part 3
Manage business resources
BSBOPS501
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage resources according to planned business strategies. It includes analysing resource requirements, developing resource plans, allocating resources, and reviewing and reporting on resource usage. The unit applies to individuals with a role in allocating and monitoring the use of physical and/or human resources to meet defined business objectives.
Evaluate and report on workplace sustainability
BSBSUS413
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify sustainable work practices, assess operation of sustainable practices against indicators and improvements and create reports detailing the assessment of workplace sustainability practices. The unit applies to individuals with responsibility for a specific area of work or who lead a work group or team. These individuals examine processes to identify sustainable work practices and assess them against international sustainability frameworks. ‘Sustainability’ in this unit refers to a broad approach that focuses on the minimisation of an organisation’s social, economic and environmental impact, as well as proactive value creation in these areas.
Articulate, present and debate ideas
BSBCRT412
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to articulate, present and debate ideas in a work or broader life context using creative techniques in order to provoke response, reaction and critical discussion. The unit applies to individuals who contribute and present ideas that may be complex in nature and may relate to new products, services, processes or creative works. These individuals are required to communicate ideas persuasively.
Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability
BSBSUS511
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and implement workplace sustainability policies and to modify the policy to suit changed circumstances. The unit applies to individuals with managerial responsibilities who undertake work developing approaches to create, monitor and improve strategies and policies within workplaces. These individuals also engage with a range of relevant stakeholders and specialists. ‘Sustainability’ in this unit refers to a broad approach that focuses on the minimisation of an organisation’s social, economic and environmental impact, as well as proactive value creation in these areas.
Job Outcomes
Diploma of Business (Organisational Development) Career Opportunities
The BSB50120 Diploma in Business (Organisational Development) qualification can lead to an array of career opportunities with job titles such as:
- Business Development Manager
- Program Consultant
- Program Coordinator
- Compliance Manager
- Procurement Officer
- Unit Leader
Expected Salary and Biggest Employment Opportunity
$63,900
SALARY
Average Entry Level Annual Salary
20.4%
JOBS
Employed as Managers
11.5%
INDUSTRY
Employed in the Health Care and Social Assistance industry
All statistics are supplied by the National Centre for Vocational Education Research. Based on national surveys.
Payment Options
$6,000
STANDARD RATE
The maximum tuition fee for this course is $6,000. Your fee payment options are:
- Upfront payment
- VET Student Loans – Australian government income contingent loan which allows you to study now and pay later †.
- †VET Student Loans are subject to students meeting eligibility requirements. VET Student Loan creates a debt that must be repaid to the Commonwealth.
- Interest Free Payment Plan – No deposit, no interest payment plans.
- Find out what your repayments may be using our Payment Plan Repayment Calculator
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this course nationally recognised? What does that mean?
Completing a nationally recognised qualification (or training) means that your qualification and credentials are recognised all across Australia by other registered training organisations and employers. All accredited courses must adhere to the standards set by the Australian Skills and Quality Authority (ASQA). According to ASQA, accreditation is formal confirmation that the course:
- Is nationally recognised
- Meets an established industry, enterprise, educational, legislative or community need
- Provides appropriate competency outcomes and satisfactory basis for assessment
- Meets national quality assurance requirements
- Is assigned appropriately to the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) where it leads to a qualification.
How many hours do I need to study each week?
To achieve this qualification within the given timeframe, students are required to commit to a minimum of 15 hours of study per week.
Can I get course credit for previous study?
Students enrolling into a Trainsmart Australia course can receive recognition for previous studies completed at a Certificate and Diploma level. Students can be awarded a credit transfer if:
- The student already holds a unit (or units) for the they’re enrolling into,
- The student holds an old unit which is deemed equivalent to the new unit they’re enrolling into
Receiving credit transfers will reduce the overall cost of your qualification as well as the duration to complete your remaining units.
University qualifications are not backwards transferrable, which means no credit transfers can be awarded. However, you can still apply for recognition of prior learning (RPL).
What if I don’t meet the entry requirements?
If you are unable to provide a copy of an Australian Year 12 Certificate or Certificate IV qualification or higher, you may be required to complete an Language Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) test to gain entry into your course of interest. This test is offered online, free of charge, after you have submitted your application.
Trainers
Guiding you through this course is our team of experienced trainers, ready to help you succeed.
All our trainers are selected for their wealth of experience and knowledgeability in their chosen subject area, as well as their commitment to supporting you throughout your studies.
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