BSB80120 Graduate Diploma of Management(Learning)

CRICOS Course Code: 118448K  Campus location: Sydney CBD

 

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply highly specialised knowledge and skills in the field of organisational learning and capability development.

Individuals in these roles generate and evaluate complex ideas. They also initiate, design and execute major learning and development functions within an organisation. Typically, they would have full responsibility and accountability for the personal output and work of others.

This qualification may apply to leaders and managers in an organisation where learning is used to build organisational capability.

 

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

This course is open to both international and domestic students aged 18 years and over. Applicants are required to provide evidence of meeting the academic and English language entry requirements. Student visa requirements may vary depending on individual circumstances. Students should refer to the Department of Home Affairs website www.homeaffairs.gov.au/  or seek advice from a registered migration agent.

Academic Requirements:

• Successful completion of Year 12 or equivalent and/or above
  PLUS one of the following:
• A Bachelor’s degree in any field; or
• Completion of an Australian Qualification at AQF Level 4 or higher; or
• Enrolment as a VET pathway student; or
• At least 12 months of work experience in a leadership, management, or learning management role within the last five years

Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) Skills

As part of the Standards for RTOs 2025 set by the Department of Education, all students are required to complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) skills assessment before enrolment. This helps us ensure that you have the core skills needed to successfully complete your chosen course. If the assessment identifies any support needs, the College will provide reasonable assistance or learning support to help you meet the course requirements.

English Language Requirements:

• IELTS 6.0 overall (no less than 5.5 in each band) or equivalent test result, or General English / EAP at the Upper-Intermediate level from an approved ELICOS provider

Any AQF qualification at the Certificate IV or above in any discipline area delivered and assessed in English only will be deemed as meeting the English language entry requirement.

DURATION

The course duration is up to 104 weeks. There are 80 weeks of course delivery plus 24 weeks term break.

 

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

The job roles that relate to this qualification include:

• Career Development Manager.
• Organisational Change Project Team Leader
• Human Resources Manager – Training
• RTO Manager
• Lead Trainer
• Course Designer/ Developer

 

PATHWAYS

As the BSB80120 Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning) is a postgraduate qualification, further study pathways are considered on a case-by-case basis, depending on the student’s academic background, career goals, and the entry requirements of the intended qualification.

QUALIFICATION STRUCTURE AND COURSE CONTENT

To be awarded BSB80120 Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning), students must successfully complete 8 units of competency, made up of:

• 3 core units
• 5 elective units

 

Core Units

Unit Code	Unit Name
BSBHRM613	Contribute to the development of learning and development strategies
BSBLDR811	Lead strategic transformation
TAELED803	Implement improved learning practice

 

Elective Units

Unit Code	Unit Name
BSBCRT611	Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving
BSBINS603	Initiate and lead applied research
BSBLDR601	Lead and manage organisational change
PSPMGT006	Develop a business case
BSBSTR801	Lead innovative thinking and practice

 

*Units are subject to change in line with training package requirements, regulatory updates, and Mercury Colleges’ course delivery arrangements.

 

DELIVERY STRUCTURE

Students attend the College for 15 hours per week for classroom-based learning, practical activities, and assessment.

In addition, students undertake a structured study program through the online learning platform, completing approximately 5 hours of study per week on a unit-by-unit basis. To maximise learning outcomes, students are expected to complete self-directed study in their own time.

ASSESSMENT STRUCTURE
The students access the assessments through ELearn.

Assessment methods include:

• Demonstrations
• Presentations
• Class Tests
• Projects
• Written Reports
• Quizzes
• In-class skill verification

RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS

Students are required to have access to a laptop or computer to complete learning activities, assessments and course requirements both in class and outside of scheduled study hours. Access to on-campus computer facilities is subject to availability. Students will be provided with access to the College’s online learning platform, which contains course materials, learning resources, and assessment tools.

 

COURSE CREDIT AND/OR RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Students may be entitled to gain course credit and/or recognition before or after commencing the course that will exempt them from completing one or more units of competency. The Student Handbook contains more information.

EXIT POINT/AWARD

Students who successfully complete all 10 units of competency will be issued with the BSB80120 Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning) by Mercury Colleges. This qualification is recognised nationally under the Australian Qualifications Framework.

Students who successfully complete one or more units of competency, but do not complete the full qualification, may be eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment for the units completed.

 

Intakes

Mercury Colleges offers four intakes each calendar year.

2026

• 6 July 2026
• 5 October 2026

2027

• 4 January 2027
• 5 April 2027
• 5 July 2027
• 4 October 2027