Prepare a distribution plan

Formats and tools

Unit Description
Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver FNSILD501A, 'Prepare a distribution plan'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Prepare a distribution plan' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Determine business objectives

1.1. The distribution aspects of the corporate strategic and business plans are identified

1.2. Current situation is analysed to determine opportunities in accordance with corporate plans

1.3. Desired financial resource and market parameters are identified and documented

1.4. Objectives are developed by consultation with stakeholders

2. Define markets and needs

2.1. Potential markets are identified and assessed within corporate strategy and philosophy with market groups clearly delineated

2.2. Cost-benefit analysis results are within plan projections

3. Determine products and services

3.1. Likely future trends in selected markets are assessed

3.2. Range of products or services to meet market needs and profit objectives are selected

4. Identify and select distribution channels

4.1. Current distribution channels are identified and their advantages and disadvantages are assessed

4.2. Channels are chosen according to objective criteria

5. Determine and establish enterprise structure

5.1. Suitability of current structure for proposed distribution channels is evaluated against business objectives, potential markets and services to be provided

5.2. Alternatives are assessed against business objectives, potential markets and services to be provided

6. Establish performance measures

6.1. Financial measures are identified and documented

6.2. Timeframes are established and processes to monitor performance outcomes determined and documented

7. Document the plan

7.1. Plan components are integrated into an agreed format

7.2. Plan is documented in a logical, concise and conclusive manner with sign-offs obtained from authorised personnel


Qualifications and Skillsets

FNSILD501A appears in the following qualifications: