Diploma of Government (Procurement and Contracting) for Local Government Staff (PSP52512)

Transcription

1 Diploma of Government (Procurement and Contracting) for Local Government Staff (PSP52512) The Diploma of Government Qualification for Local Government Staff has been developed to specifically meet the needs of purchasing related staff in NSW councils. It is a customised qualification covering information about procurement in the Local Government sector. The Diploma of Government (Procurement & Contracting) is a nationally recognised qualification from the Public Sector Training Package. This is a great opportunity for Local Government Staff who have completed Certificate IV Qualification to progress to the next level. Diploma Training Dates: Block 1 / September 2013 Cost: $4400 Training Costs & Venue Block 2 / October 2013 Training Venue: Block 3 / November 2013 Local Government House Block 3 / December 2013 Level 8/28 Margaret Street, Sydney Course Structure: This course contains 9 required units and 4 elective units. Required Units PSPETHC501B Promote the values and ethos of public service PSPGOV507A Undertake negotiations PSPLEGN501B Promote compliance with legislation in the public sector PSPPROC503B Manage contract performance PSPPROC504B Finalise contracts PSPPROC505A Manage procurement risk PSPPROC506A Plan to manage a contract PSPPROC507A Plan for procurement outcomes PSPPROC508A Make procurement decisions Elective Units PSPGOV512A Use complex workplace communication strategies PSPPROC511 Plan and implement strategic sourcing PSPPROC512 Plan implement procurement category management PSPPROC513 Conduct demand and procurement spend analysis Registrations and Information: Local Government Procure ment, Shalan Rao, Business Manager Training Phone: Mob: , info@lgp.org.au Bayley & Associates Pty Ltd, Registered Training Organisation, Ph. (02)

2 Information Sheet for NSW Local Govt. Staff PSP52512 Diploma of Government RTO Who Should Do This Qualification? You should complete this qualification if you currently work, or intend to work, at management level as a procurement and contract manager in the local government sector. The skills you will learn will enable you to: Conduct more significant procurements, including managing contract performance Apply government processes, implement policy and promote and monitor compliance with legislation Coordinate risk management activities and manage contract risk You will gain a comprehensive understanding of the local government sector, framework, and the environment and develop valuable specialist skills for purchasing, procurement and contracting. Your Career This qualification is designed for individuals wanting to progress to the next level in their procurement and contract management career in a middle or senior management position in the public sector. These positions may include Administrative Officer, Executive Level Officer, Contract Manager, supervisor or manager. Why Choose Bayley? Our trainers are all experienced, qualified, practical and enthusiastic about their profession. Our participants are routinely impressed at how potentially dull subjects can be brought to life by our trainers. Bayley specialises in procurement, contacting and financial management and has been preeminent in these fields for more than 15 years. Employers recognise the quality of Bayley qualifications. We are chosen by people serious about their speciality.

3 Course Structure This course contains the following 9 required units and 4 elective units. Required Units PSPETHC501B Promote the values and ethos of public service PSPGOV507A Undertake negotiations PSPLEGN501B Promote compliance with legislation in the public sector PSPPROC503B Manage contract performance PSPPROC504B Finalise contracts PSPPROC505A Manage procurement risk PSPPROC506A Plan to manage a contract PSPPROC507A Plan for procurement outcomes PSPPROC508A Make procurement decisions Elective Units PSPGOV512A Use complex workplace communication strategies PSPPROC511 Plan and implement strategic sourcing PSPPROC512 Plan implement procurement category management PSPPROC513 Conduct demand and procurement spend analysis We may be able to offer different electives for in house groups and RPL candidates. Please contact us to discuss options. Materials were very good. The people who put this course together have spent a lot of time thinking about ALL aspects. Entry Requirements To successfully complete this qualification, you must have at least a functional level of English suited to the workplace (reading, writing, understanding and speaking). Our experience also shows that the best results from this program come when you: are at least 20 years of age have some relevant work experience on which to draw have the capacity for independent learning have the capacity for group work (for face to face delivery)

4 Bayley and Local Government Procurement (LGP) work closely with council representatives to ensure that the skills you learn on our courses are applicable in the workplace. With their assistance, we develop training scenarios and activities that are closely relevant to actual situations you might encounter in the real work world. Because of this, you do not need to be currently employed in a local government procurement role to be able to complete this qualification, although it is usually advantageous to your progress if you are able to draw on work experience as you study. When you attain a Bayley qualification, both you and your employer can be confident that you will have the practical skills needed to effectively perform your work role and not just a piece of paper. Procurement and Contract Management Association We strongly support professionalism and believe that this starts with being appropriately qualified. The Diploma of Government (Procurement and Contracting) meets the minimum entry standard for Qualified Membership of the Australian Association of Procurement and Contract Management (AAPCM). Further details are available at The course and assessment were excellent and will provide me with an edge in the workplace.

5 Course Delivery Methods The Diploma of Government Qualification is offered by face to face training at Local Government NSW training room in Sydney. Face to Face The course duration is 11 days, delivered in 2 and 3 day blocks) over a period of approximately 3 months. You will learn by a combination of instructor led presentation, reading key materials, group discussion, individual assessment tasks, group assessment tasks and other learning activities. Most people complete the work in the time allocated in class, minimising the need for homework. We offer this course in conjunction with Local Government Procurement. Dates for upcoming courses can be found on our web site and via LGP website. Minimum class size for a course to run is 8 participants. Maximum class size is 15 participants. To Enrol Face to Face Simply contact LGP by or on for a registration form, then complete and return it. Face to Face programs are held at Local Government House Level 8, 28 Margaret Street, Sydney NSW The last 2 days of the course are an assessment workshop. You will be required to undertake some preparatory research within your organisation, in addition to preparing a presentation you will make in the workshop. This may require up to 5 hours of your time outside class. All other assessment requirements are self-contained and can be completed during the assessment workshop.

6 Presenter DEFINITELY made the training enjoyable. Procurement would be a topic susceptible to being boring with the wrong presenter. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) You may have acquired some or all of the competencies that make up this qualification through work experience, life experience or other training that you have completed. If this is the case, you may be eligible for RPL. This means you may not need to attend training in those units where you are able to demonstrate that you are already competent. At Bayley, we have a well-developed, flexible RPL process that saves experienced people time, frustration and costs. Each RPL candidate brings a unique experience, and we will work with you on that basis. To Enrol - RPL Please contact us so we can discuss the RPL arrangements that are best for you. Course Costs: Face to Face: $4400 GST free Discounts and Payment Arrangements We offer discounts for group enrolments and to AAPCM members and repeat clients. We also offer personal payment plans. Please contact us to discuss how we can assist. LGP Contact: Shalan Rao Business Manager Training and Consulting Local Government Procurement Phone: Mob: srao@lgp.org.au Web: