Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners
LGAGCM711A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Manage complex projects
Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024
Qualification | - |
Unit of Competency | LGAGCM711A - Manage complex projects |
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Description | This unit covers the skills and knowledge required of senior managers responsible for identifying, planning, controlling and finalising complex projects. The unit addresses the management of projects of significant scope and duration, for example, the development and implementation of a major new program or service or the construction of a significant new piece of infrastructure.The environment in which the project is managed is also complex and involves the management of a significant project team which typically will include staff representing diverse skill sets. The management of complex projects also requires significant reporting requirements.The unit will support managers with responsibility across all portfolios and departments within councils who must exercise the skills necessary to ensure projects are planned and managed effectively in order to deliver the required outcomes on time and within budget.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. | ||
Employability Skills | This unit contains employability skills. | ||
Learning Outcomes and Application | This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance in councils of all sizes. Knowledge of the legislation and regulations that provide the boundaries for the operation of councils is essential. The unique nature of councils, as a tier of government, directed by elected members and reflecting the needs of local communities must be appropriately reflected.This unit may also be contextualised to other public or private sectors as long as the essential outcomes of the unit are not changed. | ||
Duration and Setting | X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting. |
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Prerequisites/co-requisites | Prerequisite Unit/s | ||
Competency Field |
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners | Student Learning Resources | Handouts Activities |
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Elements of Competency | Performance Criteria | |||||||
Element: Identify strategic and operational needs of project during planning phase |
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Element: Prepare project plan |
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Element: Assemble project team and commence work |
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Element: Manage project |
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Element: Finalise project |
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Element: Use project to contribute to improved policies and processes |
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