The Graduate Diploma of Strategic Leadership (BSB80320) is a postgraduate-level qualification for experienced leaders ready to shape the future direction of an organisation. Designed for high-level decision makers, this course recognises the advanced skills and strategic thinking veterans bring to the table. Through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), you can demonstrate your leadership and management experience to gain this nationally recognised qualification. It focuses on developing strategic insight, leading with vision, and driving business outcomes through effective judgement, innovation, and accountability. Ideal for executives, senior managers, or those transitioning from military command roles into civilian leadership positions.
Potential job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. At the completion of this qualification, individuals will be able to manage in a wide range of organisational and industry contexts. Some job titles may include: Executive Manager, Director of Operations, Chief Operating Officer (COO), General Manager (GM), Strategic Program Director, and Head of Department / Function.
The qualification can be fast-tracked, depending on the current competencies of the student as well as their available time in completing the requirements.
BSB80320
Graduate Diploma of Strategic Leadership
• Have completed a Diploma or Advanced Diploma qualification in related fields of study and 3 years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience at a significant level of leadership and management responsibility and/or complexity in an enterprise, or
• Have completed a Bachelor degree in related fields of study and 2 years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience at a significant level of leadership and management responsibility and/or complexity in an enterprise, or
• Have five years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience at a significant level of leadership and management responsibility and/or complexity in an enterprise.
Issued by Served to Cert
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Yes
8
12 to 18 months
RPL $3,500
Online $7,500
To receive your Qualification or Statement of Attainment, you must have a verified Unique Student Identifier (USI) unless exempt. AQF certification will be issued within 30 calendar days of completing all assessment requirements and once any outstanding fees are paid.
You’ll have access to trainers via email (responses within 2 business days) and scheduled online tutorials to support you through your learning journey. We provide reasonable adjustment where appropriate. Veterans and transitioning ADF members can access referrals to specialised wellbeing services through our partner Salute for Service.
What you need: a computer with webcam/microphone, reliable internet, and office productivity software. If undertaking workplace-based assessments, you’ll need employer permission to collect evidence. We provide the LMS, learning materials and trainer support.
We recognise equivalent units you have already achieved and can assess your prior learning and service experience. See our RPL and Credit Transfer Guide for evidence types, steps and timeframes.
If the qualification is superseded, we’ll follow our Transition & Teach-Out Policy and advise your options.