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Advanced Diploma of Program Management

BSB60720

You have the strategic program management experience. Your leadership of complex, interrelated projects deserves formal acknowledgment. We'll guide you through a free skills review to help you demonstrate that your expertise meets the national standard.

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About This Qualification

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply specialised knowledge and skills, together with experience in program management across a range of enterprise and industry contexts. The job roles that relate to this qualification include Program Manager. Individuals in these roles are responsible for managing or directing a program to achieve organisational objectives. A program is defined as a set of interrelated projects, each of which has a project manager. Individuals at this level use initiative and judgement to direct, plan, and lead a range of program functions, with accountability for personal and team outcomes within broad parameters. They use cognitive and communication skills to identify, analyse and synthesise information from a variety of sources and transfer their knowledge to others, and creative or conceptual skills to express ideas and perspectives or respond to complex problems. Licensing/Regulatory Information No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Qualification Code

BSB60720

Training Package

BSB — Business Services Training Package

AQF Level

Advanced Diploma

Total Units

12 (4 core + 8 elective)

Entry Requirements

Yes

RPL It Status: Available

Important: RPL It Australia is a student support service. All assessment and qualification issuance is conducted by our partner Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). RPL It does not deliver training, conduct assessments, or issue qualifications.

Career Outcomes

According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:

RoleResponsibilities
Program ManagerDirects a suite of interrelated projects to achieve high-level organisational objectives and strategic benefits.
Project DirectorOversees the strategy and implementation of major projects, ensuring they remain profitable and aligned with enterprise goals.
Project Management Section LeaderManages multiple project teams and solves complex problems to ensure all organisational initiatives meet their milestones.

Delivering Registered Training Organisations

All assessment and qualification issuance for this qualification is carried out by one of the following partner RTOs, each of which holds BSB60720 on their scope of registration with ASQA:

Which RTO will deliver my qualification? The delivering RTO will be confirmed during your skills review and prior to enrolment. Your qualification will be issued directly by the delivering RTO and is nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework.

Fees

Final pricing will be confirmed before enrolment.

You will receive a detailed, personalised quote — including the total fee, payment terms, interest-free payment plan options, and the name of the delivering RTO — before you are asked to enrol or make any payment.

Refund policy:If RPL It is unable to process your application, you will receive a full refund of any fees paid to RPL It. Once your portfolio has been submitted to the RTO for assessment, the RTO's refund policy applies. Details will be provided before enrolment.

Indicative Timeframes

✓ What we control

  • • Guiding you through evidence gathering
  • • Submitting a complete portfolio to the RTO
  • • Following up on your behalf

⏳ What we don't control

  • • The RTO's assessment workload
  • • The assessor's evaluation timeline
  • • The qualification issuance process

Based on our experience, the majority of RPL candidates receive their qualification within 4–6 weeks of their complete evidence portfolio being submitted to the RTO. Individual timeframes vary based on qualification complexity, evidence completeness, and RTO capacity.

Roles & Responsibilities

RPL It AustraliaDelivering RTO
RoleStudent support serviceRegistered Training Organisation
Initial skills review✅
Evidence gathering guidance✅
Formal assessment✅ Qualified assessors
Assessment judgement✅ Made by the RTO
Gap trainingAvailable if required (delivered by RTO)
Qualification issuance✅ Issued by the RTO
Complaints & appealsOwn complaints process✅ RTO process applies to assessments

RPL It Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 55 689 826 917) is not an RTO and does not deliver training, conduct assessments, or issue qualifications.

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Could RPL Be Right for You?

Experience can be evidence.

RPL is the process that helps you demonstrate it.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that evaluates the skills, knowledge, and experience you've gained through your career to determine whether you meet the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification. It isn't a shortcut — it applies the same assessment standards as any other pathway.

RPL typically involves:

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A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements

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Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency

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Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation

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If gaps are identified, targeted training to build on your existing expertise

ℹ️ Important Pathway Advice

RPL isn't the right pathway for everyone. If you don't have substantial, relevant, and current industry experience, a traditional study pathway may serve you better.

Our approach:

“We'd rather guide you to the right pathway than enrol you in the wrong one.”

What Kind of Experience Counts?

If RPL becomes available for this qualification, the types of experience and evidence that would typically be relevant include:

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Work History & Roles

  • ✓Comprehensive CV detailing senior leadership roles
  • ✓Position descriptions for Program Manager or Project Director positions
  • ✓Performance reviews and professional development records
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Program Governance

  • ✓Program governance frameworks and compliance audits
  • ✓Risk management plans and mitigation strategies
  • ✓Board reports and executive briefing notes
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Benefits & Stakeholders

  • ✓Benefit realisation plans and tracking reports
  • ✓Stakeholder engagement strategies and communication logs
  • ✓Evidence of conflict resolution and negotiation at a senior level
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Strategic Execution

  • ✓Program management plans and project interdependency maps
  • ✓Change management strategies and implementation records
  • ✓Quality assurance processes and program evaluation reports
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Financial Oversight

  • ✓Program-wide budgets and financial performance reports
  • ✓Procurement and contract management records
  • ✓Resource allocation matrices for multi-project environments
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This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about this qualification and RPL.

How do I get started with RPL for this qualification?▾
The process begins with a free skills review where we evaluate your program management history against the qualification requirements. If you are well-positioned for recognition, we guide you through building an evidence portfolio, which is then formally evaluated by a qualified assessor from our partner RTO.
Is an RPL qualification the same as one from full-time study?▾
Yes. A qualification achieved through Recognition of Prior Learning is identical to one earned through classroom study. It is issued by a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), is nationally recognised, and carries the same weight with employers and regulatory bodies.
How long does the process typically take?▾
The timeframe depends on how quickly you can gather your evidence. Once your completed portfolio is submitted to the RTO's assessor, the formal review and issuance of the qualification typically takes between 4 to 6 weeks.
What kind of evidence is required for the Advanced Diploma of Program Management?▾
You will need to provide documentation showing your oversight of multiple interrelated projects. This includes program-level risk registers, stakeholder engagement strategies, budget management reports, and evidence of how you aligned projects with organisational objectives.
Does this qualification require a specific entry level?▾
Entry to the BSB60720 Advanced Diploma requires completion of the BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management or equivalent. During your free skills review, we will help you determine if your prior qualifications or extensive industry experience meet these entry requirements.
What is the difference between project and program management for RPL?▾
Project management focuses on the delivery of a single output, whereas program management involves the strategic oversight of a suite of projects. To qualify for this Advanced Diploma, your evidence must demonstrate that you have managed the interdependencies between multiple projects.
Is an RPL qualification the same as one obtained through full-time study?▾
Yes. RPL is a legitimate form of assessment within the Australian VET system. The qualification issued is identical to one obtained through any other mode of delivery and is nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework.
Who assesses my evidence?▾
Your evidence is assessed by a qualified assessor employed or contracted by the delivering Registered Training Organisation (RTO) — not by RPL It. The assessor holds the credentials required under the 2025 Standards for RTOs and has current industry experience.
What if gaps are identified in my skills?▾
If the assessor identifies areas where your evidence does not fully demonstrate competency, the RTO can provide gap training. The RTO will discuss any associated requirements or costs with you if this becomes necessary. Gap training is targeted to the specific areas identified and is designed to help you meet the full requirements of the qualification.
What if I don’t have enough experience for RPL?▾
If the initial skills review indicates that RPL is not suitable for you at this time, we’ll let you know honestly and discuss alternative options. We would rather direct you to the right pathway than enrol you in a process that won’t lead to a successful outcome.
How long does the RPL process take?▾
Based on our experience, the majority of RPL candidates receive their qualification within 4–6 weeks of their complete evidence portfolio being submitted to the RTO. However, this is an average based on past outcomes — not a guarantee. Factors include qualification complexity, evidence completeness, whether gap training is required, and the RTO’s current assessment capacity.
Can I do this from outside Australia?▾
This depends on the specific qualification. Many qualifications are based on Australian codes, standards, and legislation, and some require access to an Australian workplace for assessment. If you are based outside Australia, please contact us to discuss whether RPL is feasible for your circumstances.

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