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Graduate Diploma of Strategic Leadership

BSB80320

Your strategic vision has shaped organizations. The years you have spent driving high-level decisions and managing complex leadership functions are powerful evidence of your executive capability. We will help you translate that leadership experience into a formal Graduate Diploma through our guided recognition process, starting with a free skills review.

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About This Qualification

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply advanced knowledge and skills in a range of strategic leadership and management roles. Individuals at this level make high level autonomous decisions and use initiative and judgement to plan and implement a range of leadership and management functions in varied contexts. They have full responsibility and accountability for personal outputs and for the work or function of others. They use cognitive and creative skills to review, critically analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge, in order to generate ideas and provide solutions to complex problems. They use communication skills to demonstrate their understanding of theoretical concepts and to transfer knowledge and ideas to others. Licensing/Regulatory Information No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Qualification Code

BSB80320

Training Package

BSB — Business Services Training Package

AQF Level

Graduate Diploma

Total Units

8 (2 core + 6 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
Managing DirectorProviding strategic vision as both a Chief Executive Officer and a member of the Board.
Chief Executive OfficerLeading the high-level autonomous functions and strategic transformation of an entire enterprise.
Small Business ManagerManaging operations, finances, and staff for businesses with up to 20 employees.

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 BSB80320 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 executive or board-level experience
  • ✓Position descriptions highlighting high-level accountability
  • ✓Organisational charts showing leadership of diverse functions
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Strategic Planning

  • ✓Strategic plans developed and implemented for an organisation
  • ✓Risk management frameworks and mitigation strategies
  • ✓Performance reports submitted to boards or stakeholders
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Transformation & Change

  • ✓Change management plans for large-scale organisational shifts
  • ✓Strategic transformation project documentation
  • ✓Analysis of complex problems and implemented solutions
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Governance & Finance

  • ✓Financial oversight and budget approval records
  • ✓Governance frameworks and compliance audit results
  • ✓Minutes from executive or board-level meetings
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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 leadership history against the BSB80320 standards. If you are well-positioned for recognition, we guide you in compiling a portfolio of evidence—such as strategic plans, board reports, and organizational reviews—which is then formally assessed by a qualified assessor from our partner RTO.
Is an RPL qualification the same as one from full-time study?▾
Yes. A qualification attained through Recognition of Prior Learning is identical to one earned through traditional study. It is nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework and holds the same weight with employers, licensing bodies, and educational institutions.
How long does the process typically take?▾
Once your evidence portfolio is compiled and submitted to the RTO, the formal assessment and issuance of the qualification typically take between 4 to 6 weeks. The initial evidence-gathering phase depends on your availability, but your dedicated consultant will help keep the process moving efficiently.
What kind of evidence do I need to show strategic leadership?▾
Evidence for a Graduate Diploma usually includes high-level documentation such as strategic business plans, financial budget reports, evidence of leading organizational change, minutes from executive meetings, and third-party testimonials from board members or senior stakeholders.
I don't have a prior Diploma; can I still apply for RPL for this Graduate Diploma?▾
Entry requirements for the BSB80320 usually require a completed Diploma or Advanced Diploma plus 3 years of relevant experience, or 5 years of significant managerial experience. During your free skills review, we will assess your background to ensure you meet these entry benchmarks before proceeding.
Can I use my experience managing large teams or departments for RPL?▾
Absolutely. This qualification specifically looks for individuals who have full responsibility and accountability for the work of others and for organizational outputs. Your experience managing staff, performance, and departmental functions is central to the assessment of your strategic leadership competency.
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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