Course Title: Develop work priorities

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2019

Course Code: EMPL7077C

Course Title: Develop work priorities

School: 650T Vocational Business Education

Campus: City Campus

Program: C4386 - Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation

Course Contact: Ms Sylvia Baroutis

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 5469

Course Contact Email: sylvia.baroutis@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Nominal Hours: 40

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

None

Course Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to monitor and obtain feedback on own work performance and access learning opportunities for professional development.     This unit applies to individuals who are required to design their own work schedules and work plans and to establish priorities for their work.  They will typically hold some responsibilities for the work of others and have some autonomy in relation to their own role.   No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

 


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

BSBWOR404 Develop work priorities

Element:

1. Plan and complete own work schedule

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Prepare workgroup plans which reflect consideration of resources, client needs and workgroup targets   1.2 Analyse and incorporate work objectives and priorities into personal schedules and responsibilities   1.3 Identify factors affecting the achievement of work objectives and establish contingencies and incorporate them into work plans   1.4 Efficiently and effectively use business technology to manage and monitor planning completion and scheduling of tasks

Element:

2. Monitor own work performance

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Identify and analyse personal performance through self-assessment and feedback from others on the achievement of work objectives   2.2 Seek and evaluate feedback on performance from colleagues and clients in the context of individual and group requirements   2.3 Routinely identify and report on variations in the quality of service and performance in accordance with organisational requirements

Element:

3. Co-ordinate professional development

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Assess personal knowledge and skills against organisational benchmarks to determine development needs and priorities   3.2 Research and identify sources and plan for opportunities for improvement in consultation with colleagues   3.3 Use feedback to identify and develop ways to improve competence within available opportunities   3.4 Identify, access and complete professional development activities to assist career development   3.5 Store and maintain records and documents relating to achievements and assessments in accordance with organisational requirements

Learning Outcomes


1. Plan and complete own work schedule   2. Monitor own work performance   3. Co-ordinate professional development

 


Details of Learning Activities

A range of learning activities are planned for this course including self-paced and collaborative classroom based activities.   The self-paced activities will be delivered thought various technology platforms and include your contribution to discussion threads, reflective journals, quizzes and interactive sessions.   The collaborative classroom based activities will include group discussion, group problem solving activities and opportunities to practice your skills.   We expect you to participate and contribute in all scheduled learning activities, many of the learning activities will be documented in your online journal and form part of your assessment.   This course EMPL7077C Develop work priorities is co-delivered and co-assessed holistically with EMP7113C Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills and BUSM8766C Develop a micro business proposal .


Teaching Schedule

 

Week

Topic

Readings and activities

Assessment

1

11 February

Orientation session:

Prior to training a program level orientation session is held that includes:

Program and assessment overview and requirements

Grading criteria/competency

Plagiarism

Appeals

Extensions

Feedback

Privacy

Submission requirements

Re-submission policy

Where to get support

Student responsibilities.

 

Introduction to this course:

How to use MyDesktop

Course requirements

Course support documents

Canvas

Accuracy of enrolment

Assessment requirements/cover sheets

Plagiarism

Appeals

Special consideration/Extensions/Resubmissions

Feedback in this course

Submission requirements

Getting help

The nominal hours associated with this are a guide only and represent the total teaching time and student effort required to successfully complete the course. This may include not only scheduled classes but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities including the self - paced activities in the workbooks.

TOPIC: Creativity and asking questions

  

Journal entry

Knowledge quiz

2

18 February

Each week, from week 1 to 12, you will make a journal entry that documents your activities that you do in class and at home for that week. Activities that you undertake during the class will lead you to the Business Plan Document assessment and Shark Tank Presentation assessment. Along the way there will be a few short online Knowledge Check questions that will underpin your understanding of the knowledge in the course.

TOPIC: Mind mapping

 

 Journal entry

3

25 February

 

TOPIC: Critical and creative thinking

 

 

 Journal entry

Knowledge quiz

4

4 March

 

TOPIC: Micro business

 

 

 Journal entry

Knowledge quiz

5

11 March

 

TOPIC: SWOT analysis

 

 

Journal entry

Knowledge quiz

6

18 March

 

TOPIC: Work planning

 

 

Journal entry

Knowledge quiz

7

25 March

 

TOPIC: Professional development

 

 

Journal entry

Knowledge quiz

8

1 April

TOPIC: Risk ID and finance

 

Journal entry

Knowledge quiz

9

8 April

TOPIC: E-commerce and business planning

 

Journal entry

Knowledge quiz

10

15 April

19 April Mid-semester break – includes Easter and Anzac Day, 19 April public holiday

 

 

22 April

Easter Monday public holiday, 23 April Easter Tuesday, RMIT holiday, 25 April, Anzac Day public holiday (Thursday)

 

 

11

29 April

TOPIC: Creative and critical thinking 2

 

Journal entry

12

6 May

TOPIC: Presenting the shark tank

 

Journal entry

13

13 May

TOPIC: Presentation and business plan preparation

 

 

14

20 May

TOPIC: Presentation and business plan preparation

 

Business plan

15

27 May

TOPIC: Shark tank presentation

 

Shark tank presentation

16

3 June

Feedback and review. Conclusions and next steps.

 

 

17

18 June

Interviews and resubmissions if required

 

 


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

Learning Resources

All resources are available in the Canvas LMS

Prescribed Texts:  NIL References: NIL Other Resources: It is recommended that you have a pen and a notebook to take notes. Online learning materials can be accessed by going into the RMIT web sites Online Learning Hub The online learning materials listed include:   • Course outlines • Course Workbooks  • Supporting Reading material  • Industry relevant articles  • Activities

 

 


Overview of Assessment

In order to achieve competency in this unit, you must provide:   Performance Evidence   Evidence of the ability to:   • prepare and communicate own work plan • schedule work objectives and tasks to support the achievement of the workgroup goals • review own work performance against workgroup objectives through self-assessment and seeking and acting on feedback from clients and colleagues • plan and access learning opportunities to extend personal work competencies.   Note: if a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.   Knowledge Evidence   To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, you must:   • explain how business technology applications can be used to schedule tasks and plan work • explain techniques to prepare personal plans and establish priorities • identify methods to identify and prioritise personal learning needs • outline a range of professional development options • explain methods to elicit, analyse and interpret feedback • provide a detailed explanation of methods that can be used to evaluate own performance.   Assessment Conditions   Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in the industry capability - workplace effectiveness field of work and include access to:   • workplace documentation including policies and procedures, and benchmarks for work group productivity and performance • workplace equipment and resources • case studies and, where possible, real situations • interaction with others.     Feedback  Feedback will be provided throughout the semester in class and/or online discussions. You are encouraged to ask and answer questions during class time and online sessions to obtain feedback on your understanding of the concepts and issues being discussed. You can also email or arrange an appointment with your teacher to gain further feedback on your progress.  You should take note of all feedback received and use this information to improve your learning outcomes and final performance in the course.


Assessment Tasks

Task 1 – Journal entries (Weeks 1-12) Task 2 – Knowledge questions (Weeks 1, 3 -10) Task 3 – Business plan (Week 14) Task 4 – Shark Tank presentation (Week 15)


Assessment Matrix

Assessment task

BSBCRT301 Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills

BSBSMB302 Develop a micro business proposal 

 

BSBRES404 Develop Work Priorities

 

Task 1 – Journal entries (Weeks 1-12)

X

X

X

Task 2 – Knowledge questions (Weeks 1, 3-10)

X

X

X

Task 3 – Business plan (Week 14)

 

X

 

Task 4 – Shark Tank presentation (Week 15)

X

X

X

Other Information

Submission Requirements

You Should:

  • Ensure that you submit assessments on or before the due date.
  • Always retain a copy of your assessment tasks. (hard copy and soft copy)
  • When you submit work for assessment at RMIT University you need to use a cover sheet that includes a declaration and statement of authorship. You must complete, sign and submit a cover sheet with all work you submit for assessment, whether individual or group work. On the cover sheet you declare that the work you are presenting for assessment is your own work. An assignment cover sheet for submission of each assessment task is available on blackboard.

 

Late Submission Procedures:

You are required to submit assessment items and/or ensure performance based assessment is completed by the due dates.     If you are prevented from submitting an assessment item on time, by circumstances outside your control, you may apply in advance to your teacher for an extension to the due date of up to seven calendar days.      More Information: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/extensions-of-time-for-submission-of-assessable-work     Form to use: http://mams.rmit.edu.au/seca86tti4g4z.pdf     Where an extension of greater than seven days is needed, you must apply for special consideration. Applications for special consideration must be submitted no later than two working days after the assessment task deadline or scheduled examination.     More Information: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/special-consideration   Form to use:  http://mams.rmit.edu.au/m9yljqvw15di.pdf      Resubmissions (VET Programs):   If you are found to be unsuccessful in a particular Course Assessment Task (or you do not submit/attend) you will be allowed one resubmission.  Your teacher will provide feedback regarding what you need to do to improve and will set a new deadline for the resubmission.   If you are still not meeting the assessment requirements you must apply to your Program Manager in writing outlining the steps you will take to demonstrate competence in your course. Your submission will be considered by the Program Team and you will be advised of the outcome as soon as possible.     Grading & re-submissions:   Re-submissions do not contribute to your overall grade for the course. Adjustments to Assessment In certain circumstances students may be eligible for an assessment adjustment. For more information about the circumstances under which the assessment arrangements might be granted please access the following website:   More Information: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/adjustments-to-assessment   Marking Guide (Competency): You must demonstrate that you have all the required skills/knowledge/elements in the unit of competency you are studying.   You will receive feedback on each assessment task that will inform you about your progress and how well you are performing.     Final Grades Table:     CA Competency Achieved  NYC Not Yet Competent DNS Did Not Submit for assessment    

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