Diploma of Automotive Management

This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to undertake leadership and management roles within the automotive industry. It is suitable for entry into senior management roles in all sectors of the automotive industry.

Job roles/employment outcomes

The Diploma of Automotive Management is intended to prepare new employees or recognise and develop existing workers who are performing management roles in the automotive industry.

Employment outcomes targeted by this qualification include:

business manager

small business manager

fixed operations manager

sales manager

sales area manager

marketing manager

retail store manager

parts manager

purchasing manager

automotive department manager

automotive aftermarket distribution manager

automotive aftermarket retail sales manager

automotive aftermarket warehouse manager.

This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.


Subjects

Packaging Rules

To be awarded the Diploma of Automotive Management, competency must be achieved in twenty nine (29) units of competency.

three (3) core units of competency

twenty six (26) elective units of competency, as specified below.

a minimum of twenty (20) elective units of competency from Group A

a maximum of six (6) elective units of competency from Group B, drawn from any combination of:

units not already chosen from Group A

relevant units available in this Training Package, other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses, where those units are aligned to Certificate III qualifications or higher

a minimum of eight (8) elective units must be selected from units aligned to Diploma qualifications or higher

a maximum of eight (8) elective units may be selected from units aligned to Certificate III qualifications

a maximum of eight (8) elective units may be selected from units aligned to Certificate IV qualifications.

Note:

Where prerequisite units are identified they must be counted in the total number of units required for completion of the qualification.

Core units of competency

Complete the following three (3) units of competency.

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Plan and manage compliance with environmental regulations in a workplace or business

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Contribute to business improvement

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Monitor a safe workplace

Elective units of competency

Group A - Elective units

Complete a minimum of twenty (20) units of competency from the following lists.

Management and administration

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Determine legal aspects of an automotive service and repair contract

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Determine retail rates of work

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Conduct information sessions

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Adapt work processes to new technologies

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Inspect technical quality of work

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Maintain quality systems

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Estimate complex jobs

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Coordinate business resources

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Originate and develop concepts

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Manage quality customer service

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Prepare financial reports

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Manage budgets and financial plans

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Contribute to team effectiveness

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Manage relationship with franchisor

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Recruit, select and induct staff

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Manage remuneration and employee benefits

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Implement workplace information system

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Manage an information or knowledge management system

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Build and sustain an innovative work environment

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Promote innovation in a team environment

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Design databases

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Conduct online transactions

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Maintain business technology

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Develop teams and individuals

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Develop a workplace learning environment

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Implement operational plan

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Implement continuous improvement

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Manage people performance

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Manage operational plan

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Facilitate continuous improvement

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Develop and implement a business plan

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Ensure a safe workplace

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Negotiate contracts

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Analyse and present research information

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Investigate micro business opportunities

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Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business

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Undertake small business planning

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Manage small business finances

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Manage a small team

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Establish effective workplace relationships

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Promote team effectiveness

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Develop work priorities

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Manage personal work priorities and professional development

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Ensure team effectiveness

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Administer fixed asset register

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Evaluate collected information

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Negotiate and effect settlement

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Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

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Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability

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Control store security/loss

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Plan assessment activities and processes

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Assess competence

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Participate in assessment validation

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Provide work skill instruction

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Plan, organise and deliver group-based learning

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Administer international trading account

Sales, warehousing, purchasing and storage

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Apply relevant finance, leasing and insurance contracts/policies

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Establish customer requirements of a complex nature

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Build customer relations

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Maintain business image

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Investigate and assess automotive insurance claims

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Recover claim losses

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Manage complex customer issues

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Determine used motor vehicle stock requirements

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Wholesale used motor vehicle stock

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Coordinate implementation of customer service strategies

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Analyse consumer behaviour for specific markets

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Identify and evaluate marketing opportunities

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Interpret market trends and developments

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Develop organisational marketing objectives

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Develop a marketing plan

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Establish client relationship and analyse needs

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Develop, present and negotiate client solutions

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Buy merchandise

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Control inventory

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Coordinate merchandise presentation

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Manage merchandise and store presentation

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Implement product recalls

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Consolidate freight

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Organise transport of freight or goods

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Check and evaluate records and documentation

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Manage facility and inventory requirements

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Implement and monitor transport logistics

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Monitor supplier performance

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Source goods/services and evaluate contractors

Group B - Other elective units

The balance of units, to a maximum of six (6), may be drawn from any combination of:

units not already chosen from Group A

relevant units available in this Training Package, other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses, where those units are aligned to Certificate III qualifications or higher.


Pathways...

    Pathways into the qualification

    This qualification may be accessed by direct entry. Credit will be granted towards this qualification by those who have completed AUR40105 Certificate IV in Automotive Management or other relevant qualifications.

    Pathways from the qualification

    Further training pathways from this qualification may lead to a relevant Advanced Diploma qualification.


Entry Requirements

Not Applicable.


Licensing Information

Licensing considerations

There are no specific licences that relate to this qualification. However, some units in this qualification may have licensing or regulatory requirements, depending on the work context. Local regulations should be checked for details.


Employability Skills

QUALIFICATION SUMMARY

The following table contains a summary of the Employability Skills for this qualification as identified by the Automotive industry. The Employability Skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options.

Employability Skill

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:

Communication

Communicating with business contacts to promote the goals and objectives of the business

Obtaining feedback from colleagues and clients

Interpreting and completing business documentation

Advising stakeholders of the outcome

Communicating information about tasks, processes and events

Communicating business and legal requirements, including occupational health and safety (OHS) responsibilities

Teamwork

Leading, planning and supervising the performance of team members

Developing team cohesion and fostering innovative work practices

Supporting, respecting and understanding the views of others

Identifying own role and responsibility within a team

Undertaking appropriate and effective communication with team members

Building and maintaining networks and relationships

Problem solving

Accessing and assessing information for accuracy and relevance

Evaluating and modifying as required

Checking and making required adjustments

Using knowledge to solve problems

Using a wide range of strategies and techniques to solve problems

Initiative and enterprise

Identifying networking opportunities and developing operational strategies to ensure the viability of the business

Instigating new or different work practices to improve productivity or service delivery

Supporting a continuous improvement environment

Identifying issues requiring action and recommending action

Making adjustments to improve workplace processes and procedures

Planning and organising

Allocating work to meet time and budget constraints

Developing plans and schedules

Planning for and organising resources

Self-management

Prioritising tasks

Operating within appropriate time constraints and work standards

Demonstrating consistent performance

Learning

Participating in professional networks and associations to obtain and maintain personal knowledge and skills

Systematically identifying learning and development needs

Identifying sources of information to expand knowledge and understanding

Recognising limits of own professional expertise and consulting specialists as necessary

Accessing manufacturer's manuals/specifications to expand knowledge

Technology

Using business technology to access, organise and monitor information