This course delivers the only Australian nationally recognised qualification of an Advance Diploma of Management (BSB60407)in Social Entrepreneurial Leadership
What is this program about?
This program is designed to provide participants with foundational competencies of innovation and creativity required for Social Entrepreneurial Leadership, which aims to create opportunities for learning about entrepreneurship through entrepreneurial action.
Program participants work on a chosen project that is, unique, innovative and makes a positive impact across people, profit and the planet.
Drawing on participants existing experience and knowledge, the blended learning model enables participants to gain skills and competencies required to successfully lead and manage (ecologically and sustainably) complex and diverse organisations, projects and people within an ever changing business and community environment.
The units of this course are clustered into 3 main areas of study
This program will cover the following learning streams:
·Entrepreneurial Leadership, Innovation and Creativity
·Strategy and Change Management
·Diversity and Sustainability
In addition to these, you will also learn introspection techniques to help you better understand yourself and how you may operate (makes you tick) from within.
Some of the self-reflection practices will include (but are not limited by) the following:
·What are my blind spot (my unconscious limiting beliefs and patterns) that once uncovered could potentially set me free and what to do about it?
·What is my (full) potential, once I move beyond my comfort zones and habits
·What archetypal patterns, can most empower and dis-empower me
·How can I practice greater discernment and presence
·How can I remain calm and centred in a chaotic and ever changing world
·How can I readily access and bring forth the emerging future now to:
olive a more meaningful life, with passion and purpose
oreal-ise my potential as an aspiring (social) entrepreneurial leader;
obe more innovative and creative; and potentially bring forth new paradigms
Who is this program for?
This program is for individuals, who have a strong interest in entrepreneurial leadership, innovation and creativity; who care deeply about ecology, sustainability and saving the planet; about relationships, peace, social justice; about self actualisation and self-expression.
Our participants are generally both inwardly-directed and yet socially concerned; they're activists, volunteers and/or contributors to good causes. They’re most likely interested in the consciousness movement, in spirituality, psychology and alternative health.
This course is also for those individuals who are new or existing entrepreneurial business owner-operators, franchisees or executive leaders responsible for the strategic leadership of a business or community based organisation;
How long is the course? This program can be completed within 12 – 24 months. There are 2 intakes per year commencing in February and July each year.
The time frame in which each unit is completed will vary from person to person and industry to industry; as it is dependent upon the existing skills and knowledge of each participant or participating organisation.
What is the Fast Track delivery method?
Participants can choose to fast track the program by choosing to attend additional blocks of two (4) day intensive (subject focused) workshops in addition to the initial 4 day intensive induction program.
This innovative fast track option is designed for participants (business and/or community leaders) with a wealth of experience and knowledge to share with the group, through facilitated discussion forums and experiential learning approaches.
How is the course taught?
The course is delivered in a flexible blended learning through action format recognising that individuals have different learning needs and styles that are enhanced through action.
Participants will draw on various modalities to inspire and engage their innate creative abilities for entrepreneurial action through:-
·open and shared dialogue
·experiential and action style learning
·practical and theoretical formal learning
·reading, research and analysis
·scenarios and strategic questioning
·continuous self-expression and inquiry
·increased psychological clarity
·emotional, social, ecological and spiritual intelligence
As the fast track option, this is achieved through:
·3 x 4 days face-to-face intensives (one at the beginning of the course and then one each quarter);
·weekly to fortnightly teleconference/webinar classes
·research and project work
·small group tutorial sessions
·practical scenario exercises
·forums
·case studies
·demonstrations
·personal coaching sessions
·guest speakers and presenters
·online training materials and other relevant resources
I want to know more about how it's taught. By working in partnership with a range of organisations (both corporate and/or community based) we aim to create opportunities for learning about entrepreneurship through entrepreneurial action.
Socially Innovative Projects
Participants will work on their chosen projects which are designed and implemented by the participants. The main objectives of these projects, is that, they are unique, innovative and need to make a positive impact across people, profit and the planet (at a local, national and/or international level).
Students will be required to develop sound business plans and strategies, as well as apply innovative action in how they get their projects funded (e.g., employers, corporate, government, grants, sponsorship, private investors, philanthropists etc.,) to successfully achieve their objectives.
Program Delivery
The program is delivered predominately as a practical grounded course with the theoretical skills component being taught in an interactive experiential way, to cover the diverse learning styles within the group.
Notes and resources are made available on the website to download and work with regularly.
The teleconference/webinar classes are currently being held weekly to fortnightly on Tuesday or Thursday evenings (from 6:30 to 8:30pm Perth time).
The teleconference/webinars are an important part of the training and accreditation and also count towards your overall portfolio accreditation assessment process.
From time to time you will work in triads with fellow course participants, as study and practice groups, to discuss and workshop case studies, scenarios, projects and practice new skills in a safe, supportive and nurturing environment.
You will also be regularly exposed to a range of guest speakers/presenters, subject matter experts from within and/or cross disciplinary fields, to inspire and share their experience and wisdom with us.
The three (3) x four (4) day face-to-face intensives are held at the beginning of each quarter of the study year. This is an important (creative and highly inspiring) part of the training. You get to meet the facilitators; other participants and the opportunity to immerse yourself experientially to participate in the journey and action learning activities.
Flights, food and accommodation are up to the student to provide but we provide the training and the venue plus snacks in between.
How will I be assessed? In line with the professional standards associated with being a nationally accredited course, there is a (social) project based performance and a series of assessment tasks that address each of the units you study. There are 8 units in total.
The (Social) Project Portfolio
As mentioned previously, the main outcome and assessment of this program will be for participants to apply all course learnings to research, develop and implement at least one organisational and/or community based socially innovative and sustainable ‘project’ that has a measurable positive impact on profits, people and the planet.
In addition to the project portfolio, other assessment methods are included throughout the program to cover various course material that is either theory or practical skills based development.
These may include (however are not limited by) the following:
·Practical skills assessments – you practice the skills and demonstrate them to your assessors in regular formal and informal ongoing sessions.
·Formal written assessments – to be completed at the conclusion of a stage.
·Ongoing short reviews and reports of practices and skills with a short essay/ article of the overall learnings, at the conclusion a stage.
·Project Portfolio of all your work – documents you will prepare and hand in at the conclusion of a program.
I want to know more about the assessments. Evidence is gathered throughout the course through tutorials, practical exercises, group work, demonstrations, discourses, simulations, scenarios and mentoring sessions for your practical skills development. This is recorded and monitored as part of your project portfolio of evidence, to demonstrate your competency in the practical aspects of the program.
The formal project assignment is carefully designed to be relevant as possible for your success as an aspiring social entrepreneur within the community, so you can immediately start making a real difference in the world.
The project development (incubation phase) is designed to be an organic process of evolvement. You may come to the program with a spark or seedling of an idea for a project that is potentially considered to be sustainable, socially innovative and/or culturally creative. If you do not have a concept or idea to work with then you ware more than welcome to review and chose from our project bank for a project brief that may inspire you to work with, for the duration of the program.
The initial three (3) months of the program is the incubation phase of your project, where during and post the initial induction/intensive workshop you will research, analyse and scope out your project idea(s) that will then be used to developed comprehensive project and business plans, in readiness for grant and/or funding application.
The program design and course material aims to assist you to discover through study, research, self-reflection and inspiration, how to create a business that is an expression of your authentic self, personal vision and purpose, which may translate into your next career phase, life’s work and/or legacy.
If you choose to really engage with all the assignments, it is envisaged that when you graduate you will potentially have all the foundational basic building blocks for a social entrepreneurial business that is ready, up and running.
The successful implementation and review of your project(s) will demonstrate to you and us that you have the necessary underpinning knowledge and are competent across all the units of competencies covered.
The units come together to create an organic learning experience that incorporates reflective learning (based on existing models of cognition) as well as learning from the emerging future (of possibilities and ideas).
The program will moves you through various stages of learning from being guided to suspend all your current knowing of the world; to total emergence and deep reflection; to then be able to act in an instant for rapid cycle prototyping – working with design principles, to explore future opportunities, before you are done with conceptualising an idea.
The entire process of this program aims to assist you to integrate and demonstrate your competency as an aspiring social entrepreneurial leader.
You will have 3 months from the completion of your formal studies to complete and hand in all assignments and work. (Please see our extension policy in the handbook for information on what happens if you can't get your work finished in time.)
How many hours do I have to set aside each week to complete the course? We recommend that you commit at least 4 to 12 hours per week, which includes your coaching practice with our facilitator and your groups of three.
How flexible is the course?
As motioned previously, you can fast track and finish the program within 12 months or take the full 24 months if you prefer to complete your project and qualification.
You can participate in the program from the comfort of your home or office anywhere in the world, as long as you have internet and phone access. You can make the program as mobile as you are; if you travel a lot on business or you’ve got a busy schedule, you can fit it into whatever your lifestyle is.
This means you can keep working or bringing up your family while you study.
The fortnightly calls can be accessed either via your computer or by phone, so wherever you have access to good internet or a phone, you can join the course.
If, for some reason, you are unable to make one of the classes, the calls are recorded. You can purchase the recording for a small cost. The recordings are also a great resource for you to listen to the call over and over to really learn and integrate the material.
What does it cost? The cost of the Advanced Diploma of Management (BSB60407) in Social Entrepreneurial Leadership program is $5,992.
We have an interest free payment plan where you pay an initial investment of $992 which covers the non-refundable enrolment fee plus Insight Foundation membership (total $365) and your first 3 months of tuition.
Then there are 10 payments of $500 per month due on the 1st of each month. We use Ezi-debit, an accredited financial institution who will directly debit your account on the first of each month, as a secure method for protecting your fees.
What others costs will there be?
We work to keep costs to a minimum for you. Some of the additional costs include:
·Text books – for example, “Undertake Business Planning” from the WA chamber of commerce - $25;
·You will receive a recommended reading list at the commencement of your course. Some of the books on the list include:
o‘Theory U’ by Otto Scharmer et. al.;
o‘The Social Entrepreneur: Making Communities Work’ by Andrew Mawson
o‘The Necessary Revolution: Working Together to Create a Sustainable World’ by Peter Senge et. al.;
o ‘You Can Change the World: The Global Citizen's Handbook for Living on Planet Earth : A Report of the Club of Budapest’ by Ervin Laszlo
o‘Presence’ by Peter Senge;
o ‘The Point of Chaos’ by Ervin Laszlo;
o‘The E-Myth Revisited’ by Michael E Gerber;
and a range of others as the need dictates which can often be found in second hand bookstores or online at reasonable prices.
·Transport, accommodation and meals during the 3 intensives.
·Calling cards or telephone costs for teleclasses.
Do I have to want to become a social entrepreneur to take this course? No. Many individuals from a wide variety of careers and industry or members of various organizations areas take part in our learning program for their own interest, personal and professional development. They find it improves their leadership skills, their ability to innovate and create entrepreneurial concepts/ideas; it assists with communication and confidence both in the workplace and their personal life.
Other benefits include self awareness, self-esteem and the ability to deal with the issues of daily life with more grace and ease.
Are there any pre-requisites
At a minimum, participants are required to have completed a Diploma of Management, or equivalent (5 - 10 years) relevant experience in a management or leadership role.
Participants must be over 18 years of age.
Can I get Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is available for an Advanced Diploma of Management. Details and process of evidence collection will be given at the course information sessions. For enquiries on applying for RPL, please call p/f: +1 8 9445 9593 or m: 0409 445 631 or email
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Do you have any Scholarships available?
From time to time, a limited number of scholarships may be available to potentially support disadvantaged participants who have the entrepreneurial drive and passion to make a difference in the world.
For enquiries, you can contact us via landline: +61 8 9445 9593 or mobile +61 409 445 631 or email
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Are there non-award workshops I can participate in?
We run standalone weekend workshops and corporate workshops throughout the year that anyone can attend. Please contact us below for more details.
How do I enrol or find out more?
Applications for the Advanced Diploma of Management (BSB60407) in Social Entrepreneurial Leadership must be made by contacting the administration services on phone: +61 8 9445 9593
An offer of a place is subject to availability. We reserve the right to make offers to early applicants during this period and close applications when the course is full.
Where demand for a course is not met the course may be cancelled at short notice.
Contact details?
Contact Vesna directly at the Insight Foundation's Social Entrepreneurial Leadership Program.
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