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Certificate IV in Leadership and Management

Nationally recognised units of competency
BSB40520 - Certificate IV in Leadership and Management

Online

Blended

Face to Face

This course is designed for developing and emerging leaders as well as new managers working in trade and service-related businesses.

Course Dates

Location (QLD) Start Date Places Left
Virtual Classroom {4 hrs/wk format} Wed, May 07, 2025 (8:30am [AEST])
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Brisbane - Murarrie {1 day/wk format} Fri, Jun 06, 2025 (7:30am)
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Virtual Classroom {4 hrs/wk format} Wed, Jul 16, 2025 (8:30am [AEST])
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Brisbane - Murarrie {1 day/wk format} Tue, Aug 12, 2025 (7:30am)
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Virtual Classroom {4 hrs/wk format} Wed, Sep 24, 2025 (8:30am [AEST])
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Course Details

Take the Next Step in Your Leadership Journey

Our Certificate IV in Leadership and Management is designed for professionals who want to enhance their leadership capabilities, drive efficiency, and confidently oversee complex projects. Whether you’re in construction, trade, or a service-based industry, this leadership and management course equips you with the skills to lead effectively and inspire your team.

This Course is Right for You If You Want To:

✅ Improve efficiency and foster innovation in the workplace
✅ Manage multi-faceted projects with confidence
✅ Develop strong communication skills to lead with integrity and purpose
✅ Navigate challenges with strategic problem-solving techniques
✅ Build and manage high-performing teams
✅ Implement sustainable work practices in leadership
✅ Address health and safety issues in the workplace

Who Should Enrol?

✔️ Aspiring leaders ready to take the next step in their careers
✔️ Professionals eager to build confidence and expand their skill set
✔️ Those looking to improve their ability to lead and manage teams effectively

About the Course

No matter your industry, great leadership is built on universal principles. Our leadership course provides practical, real-world skills that you can apply immediately. Through hands-on activities, real-time problem-solving, and expert insights, you’ll develop the tools to set clear goals, manage priorities, and drive outstanding team performance.

This program is available nationwide with flexible study options, including:

  • Face-to-face training for interactive, hands-on learning
  • Leadership course online for those needing flexibility
  • Blended learning to combine the best of both worlds

💡 Ready to lead with confidence?

Why Choose Pinnacle Safety and Training for Your Leadership Course?

A Leadership Course Built for Trades and Service-Based Industries

Unlike generic leadership programs, this leadership course for trades is tailored for blue-collar professionals who manage teams, projects, and operations in high-stakes environments. We understand the unique challenges of your industry and deliver training that is relevant, practical, and immediately applicable.

Trainers that Understand You

Our trainers understand the unique challenges you face on the job. With more than 15 years of experience delivering nationally recognised safety and technical courses to more than 500,000 students, our trainers bring a wealth of knowledge to every training session.

Gain Practical, Job Ready Skills

Our Certificate IV in Leadership and Management goes beyond theory. You’ll learn actionable strategies to improve communication, make confident decisions, and manage teams effectively—whether you’re leading on-site or in an office environment.

Certification

Students who successfully complete the Certificate IV in Leadership and Management (BSB40520) will receive a Qualification certificate and record of results, which is nationally recognised recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework. The Qualification is issued by Pinnacle Safety and Training (RTO 40496).

National units of competency

This course is made up of 12 units - 5 core units and 7 elective units, which have been selected by Pinnacle Safety and Training to align with the skills and requirements of emerging leaders and managers of industries, such as manufacturing and warehousing, civil and residential construction, public services, logistics and transport, and the resources sector.

For more information, visit the course overview.

12 units (required by all students)

  • BSBLDR411 Demonstrate leadership in the workplace (core)
  • BSBLDR413 Lead effective workplace relationships (core)
  • BSBXCM401 Apply communication strategies in the workplace (core)
  • BSBOPS402 Coordinate business operational plans (core)
  • BSBXTW401 Lead and facilitate a team (core)
  • BSBCMM412 Lead difficult conversations
  • BSBLDR414 Lead team effectiveness
  • BSBOPS403 Apply business risk management processes
  • BSBOPS405 Organise business meetings
  • BSBSUS411 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
  • BSBSTR502 Facilitate continuous improvement
  • BSBWHS411 Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs

For possible RPL or Credit Transfer in this qualification, please contact our RPL team at rpl@pinnaclesafety.com.au for more information.

Resource Requirement List

General Resource Requirements (required by all students)
  • Modern laptop or desktop computer with access to the internet.
  • Word processing software – Microsoft Word and Excel is highly recommended.
  • Input devices (keyboard and mouse).
  • A maximum of three volunteers to participate in role plays.
  • Video recording equipment (can use a webcam or a Smartphone).
  • Video editing equipment (if required) – free software is available online

Optional additional resources
  • Additional screen
  • Additional Requirements for Virtual Students
  • Reliable internet connection
  • Headphones with microphone

Corporate Booking Enquiry

For group bookings outside our public course schedule or at your location, please submit your group booking enquiry here for an obligation-free quote.

Just a quick email to thank yourself and Pinnacle Safety and Training for the training performed on our site. The trainers Lester and Ashley were very professional and experienced and I would recommend them and Pinnacle to anyone looking to do training in this area.

Michael K. - Kogan Creek, QLD

CS Energy Kogan Creek ERT Training