Charles Darwin University (CDU TAFE)
1 week full-time or 5 weeks part-time
VTP371 Emerging Leaders is a practical vocational training program that equips participants with critical thinking, inclusive work practices, and teamwork skills. Ideal for professionals seeking to develop leadership capabilities and enhance workplace effectiveness in a flexible delivery format.
Participants should have basic computer literacy and internet access to complete online assessments and access learning resources via CDU's Learnline platform. A Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) evaluation is conducted to identify any areas where additional support may be needed. Students must have access to a computer with appropriate setup and reliable internet connection for the duration of the course.
The program covers three core units of competency: (1) Apply Critical Thinking Skills in a Team Environment (40 hours) - developing analytical and problem-solving abilities within collaborative settings; (2) Use Inclusive Work Practices (30 hours) - understanding and implementing inclusive workplace strategies; (3) Work Effectively with Others (40 hours) - building communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills. Total nominal hours: 110. Students develop practical leadership competencies applicable across various business and organisational contexts.
CDU is a leader in flexible study delivery and research excellence, offering smaller class sizes for personalised attention and consistent support for both on-campus and online learners. The university maintains deep connections with industry, businesses, and communities across the Northern Territory and Australia, ensuring courses remain current and relevant. CDU's people-first approach creates an inclusive, welcoming learning environment that supports students in balancing study with work and family commitments.
Upon completion of VTP371 Emerging Leaders, graduates are well-positioned for roles in team leadership, supervisory positions, and management pathways. The skills developed—critical thinking, inclusive practices, and effective collaboration—are highly valued across business, retail services, and general clerical sectors. Graduates can progress to further business qualifications such as the Bachelor of Digital Enterprise or Graduate Certificate of Business, or apply their enhanced leadership skills to advance within their current organisations.
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