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 MTMBUS701A, 'Manage financial performance'.
- Google Links
- links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
- Books
- Reference books for 'Manage financial performance' 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. Forecast future financial resource needs | 1.1. The capacity of existing financial systems is established and assessed. 1.2. Financial data and business system requirements are forecasted. 1.3. Forecasted requirements are analysed. 1.4. Budget forecasts are prepared and planned according to organisational and statutory requirements. 1.5. Recommendations for budget expenditure or for modification of existing projections are prepared and presented. |
2. Analyse current asset performance and capacity | 2.1. The costs of, and returns from, assets and liabilities are analysed using standard accounting reports identifying the extent of the debt and equity financing. 2.2. Management responsibilities and legal requirements for reporting are identified in consultation with relevant organisational staff. 2.3. Financial reports and key information are analysed and interpreted. 2.4. The effects of financial decisions on the ability of the organisation to meet planned outcomes in relation to a specific activity or specified timeframe are analysed and evaluated. |
3. Set business targets and compliance mechanisms | 3.1. Comparative and trend information is collected and needs for future budget and associated resources confirmed. 3.2. Consultation on relevant short-term and long-term needs is completed. 3.3. Resources are allocated against the budget to maximise organisation's performance. 3.4. Accurate and up-to-date records of resource allocation and usage are maintained according to organisational requirements. 3.5. Management systems which enable timely collection, management and processing of information are developed and reviewed. 3.6. Records of budget performance and expenditure are completed and accurately reported according to organisational procedures and statutory requirements. 3.7. Budget audit mechanisms and compliance requirements are evaluated and improved, as required. |
4. Manage financial risk | 4.1. Financial risk factors are identified and analysed. 4.2. Financial risks are documented and managed according to organisational policies and procedures. 4.3. Procedures are implemented to review financial risk management activities regularly. |
5. Monitor compliance with financial projections | 5.1. Deviations from budgets that generate an adverse affect on budget objectives are identified. 5.2. Action plans to remedy significant deviations from budget objectives and projections are promptly developed. 5.3. Financial documentation is monitored and reviewed against organisational objectives. 5.4. Budget priorities are revised and renewed to meet operational contingencies and risk management. 5.5. Costs to targets set in the budget are managed. |