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BSBRES801
Initiate and lead applied research

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan, conduct and report on applied research to influence strategic practices and outcomes within an organisational context.

The unit also covers constructing an applied research strategy, using a range of applied research techniques, and analysing and presenting findings.

It applies to leaders or managers using applied research to ensure learning can enhance individual, team and organisational performance. The intended purpose and approach to applied research may vary across a range of contexts and organisations. In this unit, the focus is on applied research to attain improved organisational outcomes.

No licensing, legislation or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Construct an applied research strategy

1.1 Clarify and confirm applied research purpose and needs of the target group

1.2 Determine policies and procedures in relation to conducting applied research

1.3 Establish mechanisms for collecting and maintaining data in a systematic manner

1.4 Analyse factors affecting the reliability and validity of data

1.5 Review relevant research ethics and codes of conduct

1.6 Prepare applied research strategy and hypothesis

1.7 Frame a research strategy in consideration of available tools and resources

2. Use a range of applied research techniques

2.1 Review and evaluate a range of applied research methods, theories and data collection techniques

2.2 Select appropriate methods to gather and analyse data

2.3 Use suitable technology and technology services to support data collection and analysis

2.4 Access appropriate sources of information and contributors relevant to the research

2.5 Optimise relevance of the research through integrity of the data collected and analysis tools used

3. Analyse and present findings

3.1 Evaluate how research findings such as trends and changes will impact on learning strategy

3.2 Review data and research findings for accuracy of details and adherence to any legal requirements

3.3 Collate and analyse data for relevance against the original applied research strategy

3.4 Document and present research findings in a clear and logical manner consistent with audience needs

3.5 Identify the need for and an appropriate approach to, further research

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Construct an applied research strategy

1.1 Clarify and confirm applied research purpose and needs of the target group

1.2 Determine policies and procedures in relation to conducting applied research

1.3 Establish mechanisms for collecting and maintaining data in a systematic manner

1.4 Analyse factors affecting the reliability and validity of data

1.5 Review relevant research ethics and codes of conduct

1.6 Prepare applied research strategy and hypothesis

1.7 Frame a research strategy in consideration of available tools and resources

2. Use a range of applied research techniques

2.1 Review and evaluate a range of applied research methods, theories and data collection techniques

2.2 Select appropriate methods to gather and analyse data

2.3 Use suitable technology and technology services to support data collection and analysis

2.4 Access appropriate sources of information and contributors relevant to the research

2.5 Optimise relevance of the research through integrity of the data collected and analysis tools used

3. Analyse and present findings

3.1 Evaluate how research findings such as trends and changes will impact on learning strategy

3.2 Review data and research findings for accuracy of details and adherence to any legal requirements

3.3 Collate and analyse data for relevance against the original applied research strategy

3.4 Document and present research findings in a clear and logical manner consistent with audience needs

3.5 Identify the need for and an appropriate approach to, further research

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Observation Checklist

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Clarify and confirm applied research purpose and needs of the target group 
Determine policies and procedures in relation to conducting applied research 
Establish mechanisms for collecting and maintaining data in a systematic manner 
Analyse factors affecting the reliability and validity of data 
Review relevant research ethics and codes of conduct 
Prepare applied research strategy and hypothesis 
Frame a research strategy in consideration of available tools and resources 
Review and evaluate a range of applied research methods, theories and data collection techniques 
Select appropriate methods to gather and analyse data 
Use suitable technology and technology services to support data collection and analysis 
Access appropriate sources of information and contributors relevant to the research 
Optimise relevance of the research through integrity of the data collected and analysis tools used 
Evaluate how research findings such as trends and changes will impact on learning strategy 
Review data and research findings for accuracy of details and adherence to any legal requirements 
Collate and analyse data for relevance against the original applied research strategy 
Document and present research findings in a clear and logical manner consistent with audience needs 
Identify the need for and an appropriate approach to, further research 

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