Diploma of Project Management BSB51415

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1 Diploma of Project Management BSB51415 Unit Descriptions & Evidence Required to Demonstrate Competency 12 Units 8 CORE units / 4 Elective units

2 Agenda Course Description... 3 Job roles... 3 Pathways Information... 3 Entry Requirements... 3 What you must do to complete the course... 3 BSBPMG511A (Core) Manage project scope... 4 BSBPMG512A (Core) Manage project time... 5 BSBPMG513A (Core) Manage project quality... 6 BSBPMG514A (Core) Manage project cost... 7 BSBPMG515A (Core) Manage project human resources... 8 BSBPMG516A (Core) Manage project information and communication... 9 BSBPMG517A (Core) Manage project risk BSBPMG521A (Core) Manage project integration BSBMGT516C (Elective) Facilitate continuous improvement BSBWOR501B (Elective) Manage personal work priorities and professional development BSBWOR502 (Elective) Lead and manage team effectiveness BSBINN502A (Elective) Build and sustain an innovative work environment File Location: S:\ASTC Main Folder\RTO\Course Description\ Diploma of Project Management P a g e 2

3 Course Description This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply project management skills and knowledge. They may manage projects in a variety of contexts, across a number of industry sectors. They have project leadership and management roles and are responsible for achieving project objectives. They possess a sound theoretical knowledge base and use a range of specialised, technical and managerial competencies to initiate, plan, execute and evaluate their own work and/or the work of others. Job roles Project manager (generic) Project manager (industry specific) Project leader Project team leader Project contract manager Project vendor manager. Pathways Information Pathways into the qualification Preferred pathways for candidates considering this qualification include: OR BSB41513 Certificate IV in Project Management Practice with extensive vocational experience in project roles where they may have had some limited responsibility for the output of others but do not have a formal project management qualification. Pathways from the qualification After achieving this qualification candidates may undertake: other qualifications at Advanced Diploma level or above in project management. Note: This qualification and specific units of competency may satisfy some requirements for national and international industry/professional certification. Persons seeking certification should check the requirements with certifying bodies. Entry Requirements There are no entry requirements for this qualification. What you must do to complete the course To be awarded BSB51413 Diploma of Project Management, competency must be achieved in 12 units as noted on the contents page. File Location: S:\ASTC Main Folder\RTO\Course Description\ Diploma of Project Management P a g e 3

4 BSBPMG511A (Core) Manage project scope This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to determine and manage project scope. It involves obtaining project authorisation, developing a scopemanagement plan, and managing the application of project scope controls. The project manager operates within assigned authority levels, and is responsible for own performance and the performance of others. The project manager may undertake the work in the context of an organisational program a formal communications plan Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Evidence of the following is essential for a participant to demonstrate competency in this unit: demonstrating scope management for a project of sufficient complexity knowledge of scope-management plans, tools, issues and likely challenges File Location: S:\ASTC Main Folder\RTO\Course Description\ Diploma of Project Management P a g e 4

5 BSBPMG512A (Core) Manage project time This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manage time in projects. It involves determining and implementing the project schedule, and assessing time-management outcomes. The project manager operates within assigned authority levels, and is responsible for own performance and the performance of others. The project manager may undertake the work in the context of an organisation program a formal communications plan The functions performed in project work, where formal project management methodology is not the main focus, are covered by BSBPMG522A Undertake project work. The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Evidence of the following is essential for a participant to demonstrate competency in this unit: demonstrated successful application of time-management tools and techniques for a project of sufficient complexity to demonstrate the full range of performance requirements knowledge of time-management methodologies, and their capabilities, limitations, application and outcomes. File Location: S:\ASTC Main Folder\RTO\Course Description\ Diploma of Project Management P a g e 5

6 BSBPMG513A (Core) Manage project quality This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manage quality in projects. It involves determining quality requirements, implementing quality control and assurance processes, and using review and evaluation to make quality improvements in current and future projects. The project manager operates according to assigned authority levels, and is responsible for own performance and the performance of others. The project manager may undertake the work in the context of an organisation program a formal communications plan Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit The provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Evidence of the following is essential for a participant to demonstrate competency in this unit: successfully managing project environment so that quality outcomes are achieved for a project of sufficient complexity to demonstrate the full range of performance requirements applying a range of quality management tools, techniques and methodologies. File Location: S:\ASTC Main Folder\RTO\Course Description\ Diploma of Project Management P a g e 6

7 BSBPMG514A (Core) Manage project cost This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify, analyse and refine project costs to produce a budget, and to use this budget as the principal mechanism to control project cost. The project manager operates according to assigned authority levels, and is responsible for own performance and the performance of others. The project manager may undertake the work in the context of an organisational program a formal communications plan The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Evidence of the following is essential for a participant to demonstrate competency in this unit: applying budgetary processes, tools and techniques relevant to the project context monitoring project costs across the project life for a project of sufficient complexity to demonstrate the full range of performance requirements preparing a budget for a project. File Location: S:\ASTC Main Folder\RTO\Course Description\ Diploma of Project Management P a g e 7

8 BSBPMG515A (Core) Manage project human resources This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manage human resources in and for projects. It involves planning for human resources, implementing personnel training and development, and managing the project team. The project manager operates within assigned authority levels, and is responsible for own performance and the performance of others. The project manager may undertake the work in the context of an organisational program a formal communications plan The provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Evidence of the following is essential for a participant to demonstrate competency in this unit: managing project personnel so that outcomes are achieved for a project of sufficient complexity to demonstrate the full range of performance requirements applying HRM legislation, methods, techniques and tools. File Location: S:\ASTC Main Folder\RTO\Course Description\ Diploma of Project Management P a g e 8

9 BSBPMG516A (Core) Manage project information and communication This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to link people, ideas and information at all stages in the project life cycle. Project communication management ensures the timely and appropriate generation, collection, dissemination, storage and disposal of project information through formal structures and processes. The project manager operates within assigned authority levels, and is responsible for own performance and the performance of others. The project manager may undertake the work in the context of an organisational program a formal communication plan The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Evidence of the following is essential for a participant to demonstrate competency in this unit developing and implementing a range of project communication that facilitates effective outcomes for a project of sufficient complexity to demonstrate the full range of performance requirements applying workplace-based project information system developing a project communication plan. File Location: S:\ASTC Main Folder\RTO\Course Description\ Diploma of Project Management P a g e 9

10 BSBPMG517A (Core) Manage project risk This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manage risks that may impact on achieving project objectives. It involves identifying, analysing, treating and monitoring project risks, and assessing risk-management outcomes. The project manager operates within assigned authority levels, and is responsible for own performance and the performance of others. The project manager may undertake the work in the context of an organisational program a formal communications plan The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Evidence of the following is essential for a participant to demonstrate competency in this unit: effective risk management for a project of sufficient complexity to demonstrate the full range of performance requirements applying risk-management techniques, strategies and tools. File Location: S:\ASTC Main Folder\RTO\Course Description\ Diploma of Project Management P a g e 10

11 BSBPMG521A (Core) Manage project integration This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to integrate and balance the overall project management functions of scope, time, cost, quality, human resources, communications, risk and procurement across the project life cycle; and to align and track the project objectives to comply with organisational goals, strategies and objectives. The project manager operates within assigned authority levels, and is responsible for own performance and the performance of others. The project manager may undertake the work in the context of an organisational program a formal communications plan The provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Guidelines for the Training Package. Evidence of the following is essential for a participant to demonstrate competency in this unit: identifying and aligning project with organisational objectives conducting project establishment processes managing preparation of a project management plan for a project of sufficient complexity to demonstrate the full range of performance requirements ensuring project registers and logs are maintained analysing project reports undertaking impact analysis preparing strategy for project finalisation. File Location: S:\ASTC Main Folder\RTO\Course Description\ Diploma of Project Management P a g e 11

12 BSBMGT516C (Elective) Facilitate continuous improvement This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to lead and manage continuous improvement systems and processes. Particular emphasis is on the development of systems and the analysis of information to monitor and adjust performance strategies, and to manage opportunities for further improvements. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement. This unit applies to managers who take an active role in managing a continuous improvement process in order to achieve an organisation's objectives. Where managers are closely associated with the creation and delivery of products and services, they play an important part in influencing the ongoing development of the organisation. At this level, work will normally be carried out using complex and diverse methods and procedures which require the exercise of considerable discretion and judgement, using a range of problem-solving and decision-making strategies. Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Evidence of the following is essential for a participant to demonstrate competency in this unit: development and use of a range of strategies and approaches that improve work outcomes or organisational functioning, using continuous improvement models monitoring performance and customer service. File Location: S:\ASTC Main Folder\RTO\Course Description\ Diploma of Project Management P a g e 12

13 BSBWOR501B (Elective) Manage personal work priorities and professional development This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manage own performance and professional development. Particular emphasis is on setting and meeting priorities, analysing information and using a range of strategies to develop further competence. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement. This unit applies to managers and focuses on the need for managers to be organised, focused and skilled, in order to effectively manage the work of others. As such it is an important unit for most managers, particularly as managers serve as role models and have a significant influence on the work culture and patterns of behaviour. The provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Evidence of the following is essential for a participant to demonstrate competency in this unit: systems and processes (electronic or paper-based) used to organise and prioritise tasks, which show how work is managed personal development plan, with career objectives and an action plan File Location: S:\ASTC Main Folder\RTO\Course Description\ Diploma of Project Management P a g e 13

14 BSBWOR502 (Elective) Lead and manage team effectiveness This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to facilitate all aspects of teamwork within the organisation. It involves taking a leadership role in the development of team plans, leading and facilitating teamwork and actively engaging with the management of the organisation. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement. This unit applies to managers and addresses the need for managers to facilitate work teams and to build a positive culture within work teams. The unit takes a systematic and planned approach to developing teams. It includes the soft skills as well as more structured approaches to the management of teams. At this level, work will normally be carried out within complex and diverse methods and procedures which require the exercise of considerable discretion and judgement, using a range of problem solving and decision making strategies. The provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Evidence of the following is essential for a participant to demonstrate competency in this unit: range of techniques that can be used to build work teams, strengthen communications in the team and resolve issues methods for engaging with stakeholders and obtaining advice from outside the work team, to ensure team is focussed and on track knowledge of group behaviour. File Location: S:\ASTC Main Folder\RTO\Course Description\ Diploma of Project Management P a g e 14

15 BSBINN502A (Elective) Build and sustain an innovative work environment This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to create an environment that enables and supports the application of innovative practice. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement. This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to create an environment that enables and supports the application of innovative practice. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement. Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit The provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Evidence of the following is essential for a participant to demonstrate competency in this unit: establishment of procedures and practices (for a project or a workplace) which support and foster innovative work practice and include sound evaluation processes modelling of behaviour that supports innovative work practice knowledge and understanding of the role of leaders and managers in encouraging innovation, and the issues and challenges associated with building and sustaining an innovative work environment. File Location: S:\ASTC Main Folder\RTO\Course Description\ Diploma of Project Management P a g e 15