Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for BSB50215 Diploma of Business

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1 w: e: t: p: PO Box 258, Varsity Lakes, QLD, 4227 Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for BSB50215 Diploma of Business Complete this kit & back to This RPL kit is used as the first step in assessing candidates against the requirements of the BSB50215 Diploma of Business. What s RPL? RPL stands for Recognition of Prior Learning and is an assessment only process that lets people with substantial existing skills and knowledge demonstrate their competence without having to first be trained. There are many advantages in undertaking the RPL process with Plenty RPL: Competitive edge! Gain a powerful, competitive edge with this very popular qualification. Speed! We support busy professionals by structuring most of the RPL assessment around a 1-2 hour meeting, videoconference or telephone call. Quality! Utilise well-designed and high-quality RPL processes with Plenty Training, which enjoys an average satisfaction rating of 4.5 out of 5 from almost 5,000 students per year. How much? There is no charge to complete this application, submit it to us and have an assessor recommend whether or not you are a suitable candidate for RPL. After this, the total fee is just $1,295 subject to our no-risk guarantee: We offer a 100% refund if we don t get you over the line provided you answer all of our questions truthfully! The qualification People with this qualification have various job titles including business / unit manager, executive officer, program consultant and program coordinator. Individuals in these roles possess substantial experience in a range of settings, but seek to further develop their skills across a wide range of business functions. What now? 1 Select your units Select the units on the following pages which are most consistent with your experience and background. 2 us this kit Send us this completed kit. We will review your selected units and your background and let you know whether we think you are suitable for RPL. 3 Enrol If we believe that you are suitable for RPL we will invite you to enrol. You can enrol online or via telephone. 4 RPL meeting We will send you a list of the topics ahead of a 1 2 hour RPL interview via meeting or telephone at a mutually-convenient time. 5 Follow-up evidence Depending on the interview, we may ask you to send us some follow-up evidence items such as documents you ve produced. Alternatively, if you re comfortable that you possess all of the competencies in your selected units, feel free to enrol online straight away. Page 1

2 Candidate Information Name Telephone What is your preferred time and date for a RPL interview? List any business qualifications you already hold Attach your CV or summarise your business experience Do you have access to a former employer or supervisor who can attest to your experience? Yes No What professional development have you undertaken within the past year or so to ensure that you maintain the currency of your business competencies? Worked in business Subscribed to business newsletters Attended training courses or seminars Research performed (reading relevant books, researching current information, etc.) Other» specify: Any other comments? I certify that my answers are true and accurate to the best of my knowledge and I apply for preliminary RPL assessment at this time. RPL candidate signature Date Page 2

3 Self-assessment (eight elective units) Select eight of the following electives with no more than three units selected from any one group. For each of your selected tasks, rate the extent to which you have the required experience and knowledge i.e., select either a lot, some, or none A B coordinated advertising research BSBADV503 a media plan BSBADV507 created mass print media ads BSBADV509 created mass electronic media ads BSBADV510 an integrated marketing communication plan BSBMKG523 written persuasive copy BSBWRT501 managed meetings BSBADM502 planned and managed conferences BSBADM503 prepared a research brief for an advertising campaign I know legal and ethical requirements relevant to advertising I can outline legal and ethical requirements affecting market research I know key provisions of relevant legislation, codes and standards determine ethical principles I know a range of market research and data analysis techniques I can identify statistical and research methods and techniques. produced a media plan for an advertisement measures to assess media vehicle effectiveness I can outline and explain data analysis and matching techniques I understand advertising media, media types & advertising strategies I know key provisions of relevant legislation, codes and standards I know the ethical principles relating to advertising industry created three print advertisements confirmed accuracy of creative brief incorporated time, schedule and budget requirements ensured legal and ethical constraints are followed. I can explain principles of advertising and consumer behaviour I know a range of advertising approaches for different markets produced at least three mass electronic advertisements for radio, television, cinema, web or podcast I understand consumer behaviour and buyer behaviour I know principles and elements of design in electronic advertisements I know relevant legislation, codes and standards affecting ads produced an integrated strategic marketing communication plan for presentation to a client I can outline economic and social trends relevant to media options I know relevant legislation, codes and standards affecting marketing I know principles of consumer behaviour I know a range of marketing communication options for different markets analysed and evaluate a design brief produced persuasive copy with high impact, surpassing competitor s promotional material. I know ethical requirements which may impact creative copy I know the legislation affecting production and delivery of copy I know persuasive writing techniques I can explain structure of persuasive copy overseen the meeting preparation processes, chaired meetings and organised minutes for formal and informal meetings I can outline meeting terminology, structures, arrangements I can outline responsibilities of the chairperson prepared conference requirements promoted conference using PR strategies coordinated conference proceedings I know tools that are used in managing conferences I can explain budgeting strategies used for projects I know techniques for conference planning i.e., setting milestones Page 3

4 B C planned and implemented administrative systems BSBADM504 managed business document development BSBADM506 designed e-business solutions BSBEBU501 managed payroll BSBFIM502 maintained a computer network BSBITB501 managed HR services BSBHRM501 managed HR management information systems BSBHRM502 managed workforce planning BSBHRM513 worked with stakeholders to identify and document administrative system improvements provided training for staff to use the new or modified system monitored the new system and identified future improvements I know relevant legislation and procedures for reviewing administrative systems identified the organisational needs, requirements and IT capabilities relevant to the design and production of documents established documentation standards designed, tested and amended document templates I can describe document production processes I can identify costs involved in implementing standard documentation I know the software applications relevant to document design and development evaluated e-business opportunities involving new business models and not simply electronic versions of existing businesses provided supporting evidence for choice of e-business solution implemented, monitored and evaluated an e-business solution. I can explain the role of a value chain analysis when assessing e-business solutions I know legislation, standards and codes that affect e-business implementation I understand a range of e-business models documented steps undertaken to establish payroll system used data and calculations to reconcile salaries and deductions created accurate payroll management records. I can explain key provisions of relevant legislation, standards, regulations and codes of practice that may affect aspects of payroll operations chosen, installed and maintained software and hardware identified and addressed network problems provided training or assistance to users on using the network. I can explain the features of computer networking I can describe software licensing rights and responsibilities planned and managed HR delivery identified and arranged training support where appropriate calculated HR return on investment within the organisation. I know the Fair Work Act I can explain HR strategies and planning processes I can describe performance and contract management I can explain how feedback is used to modify the delivery of HR assessed reports on HR management information systems (HRIS) a plan for a new HRIS reviewed the new system and made improvements where required. I can describe HR monitoring, measuring and evaluation techniques I can outline procurement procedures including technical briefs I know various types of available HRIS and their capabilities and limitations researched trends and and implemented workforce initiatives. identified staff turnover and demographics identified labour supply trends factors that may affect workforce supply a workforce plan. I understand external labour supply relevant to my industry I can outline industrial relations relevant to my industry Page 4

5 C D managed remuneration and employee benefits BSBHRM505 managed HR recruitment and induction processes BSBHRM506 managed separation or termination BSBHRM507 managed rehabilitation / return-towork programs BSBHRM509 managed mediation processes BSBHRM510 managed programs that promote personal effectiveness BSBLED502 identified marketing opportunities BSBMKG501 remuneration strategies for different occupational groups managed remuneration and benefits applied awards and agreements to remuneration processes applied ATO rules on income tax, superannuation, FBT and bonuses I can outline various remuneration or employee benefits I understand award structures for industrial agreements I know legislation and standards that affect remuneration strategies or analysed procedures for recruitment, selection and induction prepared recruitment documentation selected and advised job applicants appropriately managed the induction process I understand legislation relating to HR I can describe recruitment and selection methods I can explain the concept of outsourcing I understand employee contracts and industrial relations I know why terms and conditions of employment are an important aspect of recruitment I can explain the relevance of psychometric and skills testing programs created procedures to manage all aspects of employment termination ensured staff have appropriate skill-sets to conduct terminations used data from exit interviews to suggest organisational improvements. I can identify and describe disciplinary procedures I can describe employment contracts including terms and conditions I can outline procedures and grounds for dismissal, suspension, voluntary termination, retirement and redundancy I know industrial relations and employee dismissal legislation processed and analysed workers compensation and sick leave claims established and reviewed a rehabilitation needs and return to work program conducted a risk analysis of a return to work program and mitigated identified risks assessed the strengths and weaknesses of return to work programs I can explain rehabilitation concepts and return to work procedures I know the role of workers compensation authorities and tribunal procedures guidelines for mediation used mediation techniques for workplace issues identified skill gaps in mediation personnel and organised training I can describe various mediation models I can outline interviewing techniques I know the benefits of successful mediation processes in the workplace implemented a health and wellbeing program and an overall program management plan prepared policy documents I can identify a range of employee health issues and options for improving health outcomes I can outline steps to create a program management plan I can explain why it is important to monitor program progress evaluated marketing opportunities documented how current business operations need to be modified to take advantage of newly identified and evaluated opportunities I know legislation, codes and standards affecting marketing operations I can describe organisational marketing plan, structure, products and services I can describe statistical methods and techniques to evaluate marketing opportunities, including forecasting techniques Page 5

6 D established and adjusted the marketing mix BSBMKG502 planned market research BSBMKG506 interpreted market trends BSBMKG507 planned direct marketing BSBMKG508 implemented direct marketing BSBMKG509 e-marketing BSBMKG510 implemented marketing BSBMKG514 conducted a marketing audit BSBMKG515 reported on undertaken to establish a marketing mix in an organisation reported on success of marketing mix, including coverage of any necessary adjustments made. I can outline organisational policies, procedures, products and services related to marketing I can outline and explain statistical techniques used to gather and analyse marketing information identified and define market research requirements in an organisation a market research plan including scope, objectives, time and budget I can explain market research principles and practices I can list statistical methods and techniques applied statistical and qualitative analysis techniques to identify current business performance and competitor performance applied qualitative and forecasting techniques to identify success of marketing I can outline sources of information for forecasting market trends I can outline the legislative and regulatory context as it applies to marketing I know software commonly used in quantitative and qualitative analysis I know statistical concepts, methods, techniques and reporting formats commonly used in marketing a direct marketing plan I know methods to measure effectiveness I can explain economic, social, industry, and media directions, trends, practices and techniques I know legislation, codes and standards affecting marketing operations I can outline organisational policies and procedures managed team members for a direct marketing campaign coordinated resources, tools and personnel required for the campaign monitored and evaluated performance of direct marketing campaign I know the legislation, codes and standards affecting marketing operations I know software applications (e.g., databases) used in direct marketing an e-marketing plan for a product or service that contains an action plan, schedule, costings, monitoring strategy and evaluation methods I can explain characteristics of a range of electronic marketing tools I know the legislation that affect marketing operations I can outline foundation principles of marketing communications, consumer behaviour and opportunities for electronic marketing implemented marketing strategies per a marketing plan coordinated personnel involved in conducting marketing monitored, evaluated and reported on marketing I can summarise principles of marketing mix I can explain key provisions of relevant legislation, codes of practice and national standards affecting marketing operations conducted and reported on internal and external audits of an organisation s marketing I can identify elements of marketing planning I can explain research methodologies appropriate to marketing services I can summarise different types of marketing audits Page 6

7 D E managed the PR publication process BSBPUB501 complex PR campaigns BSBPUB502 managed fundraising / sponsorship BSBPUB503 crisis management plans BSBPUB504 business continuity plans BSBCON601 managed an information or knowledge management system BSBINM501 established systems that support innovation BSBINN501 built an innovative work environment BSBINN502 researched,, implement and evaluate a complex PR publication for a specific audience I can outline internal and external factors that may impact publication requirements I can describe primary and secondary research methods I know the legislation, codes and standards that affect public relations I can explain the relevance of ethics to public relations prepared, implemented and monitored a complex PR campaign plan engaged external suppliers where appropriate I know the legislation, codes and standards that affect public relations I can outline a range of media vehicles and explain the factors to consider before using them I can describe techniques for managing complex public relations projects I can explain techniques used to identify and manage risks researched and recommended fundraising or sponsorship campaigns funding submissions according to requirements prepared and implement a fundraising or sponsorship campaign I know the legislation that affect fundraising and sponsorship I can explain the relevance of donor motivation to fundraising I can outline fundraising alternatives and implement a crisis management plan evaluated a crisis management plan and made necessary amendments. I know the legislation, codes and standards that affect crisis management I can explain the components of a crisis management plan I can explain the relevance of media management to a crisis management plan a business continuity plan that includes links to emergency response, disaster recovery plans and detailed continuity and recovery strategies I can summarise the overall operations of the organisation, including existing data and information systems, paper and digital recordkeeping systems I can describe past and current internal, external and industry disruptions managed an information or knowledge management system. identified learning needs and implemented learning I monitored performance and addressed issues and contingencies as they arose recommended improvements to systems, policies and practices I know privacy and FOI legislation, and relevant codes and standards established systems that support and encourage workplace innovation generated, tested and evaluated several concepts and options develop a plan for implementing and trialled a new system I know the theories of change management and innovation I can explain techniques for generating, testing and evaluating concepts I understand typical barriers to innovation established procedures and practices that foster innovation (e.g., collaborative work arrangements, consultation, etc.) evaluated how the physical environment can be enhanced to support innovation and collaboration made changes to a workspace to encourage innovation in either design, fit-out or decoration. I can explain the concepts and theories of innovation and creative thinking I understand the barriers to innovation and ways of overcoming these. Page 7

8 E managed IP to protect and grow business BSBIPR501 implemented continuous improvement (CI) BSBMGT403 undertaken project work BSBPMG522 managed risk BSBRSK501 workplace sustainability procedures BSBSUS501 managed personal work priorities and professional development BSBWOR501 managed intellectual property (IP) to protect and grow business. I know the legislation, other rules and rights relevant to IP protection reviewed organisational strategy, policies and procedures for IP managed the commercialisation of organisation s IP I can describe types of IP as they relate to the organisational can outline typical barriers to implementing policy and procedures to manage IP implemented CI systems and provided mentoring support to individuals implemented processes to inform team members about savings and productivity/service improvements achievements applied CI to customer services implemented, monitored and adjusted CI plans and procedures I can give examples of CI processes I can list typical areas of need for coaching and mentoring to support CI I can explain how change management techniques can support CI defined the parameters of the project and used project management (PM) tools to develop a formal project plan finalised a project (documentation, sign-offs and reporting) I can give examples of PM tools and how they contribute to a project I can outline types of PM documents and other sources of information I know the processes to identify and manage risk in a project managed risk in a range of contexts across an organisation or for a specific business unit or area. analysed information to identify the risk management process scope consulted with relevant stakeholders to identify risk I can outline the purpose and elements of risk management standards I can outline the legislative and regulations related to risk management policies and procedures that support sustainability goals including minimising resource use, resource efficiency, reducing toxic material and hazardous chemical use, employing life cycle management approaches, and continuous improvement I know environmental or sustainability legislation, regulations and codes I know barriers to implementing policies and strategies to address them managed personal work priorities and my own professional development. maintained an appropriate work-life balance participated in networks a personal development plan including career objectives I know performance measurement methods I can explain types of learning styles and how they relate to the individual completed any current Certificate IV or higher unit list: F completed any current Certificate IV or higher unit list: Congratulations, you have now completed the first stage of the RPL process! Now just this document to us at RPL@plenty.edu.au and we ll get back to you within 24 hours! Page 8