Lead and influence change

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 PSPMNGT703A, 'Lead and influence change'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Lead and influence change' 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. Influence organisational culture

1.1 A strategic review of organisational culture is undertaken to establish existing attitudes to change and identify key issues for action.

1.2 The strategic advantages of ongoing change for individuals, groups and the organisation are identified, supported and actively promoted to foster commitment to workplace change.

1.3 The acceptance of new ideas and management methods, and challenges to existing practices and structures are embedded in managerial practice and decision making to develop an organisational culture that seeks and thrives on change for continuous improvement and business flexibility.

1.4 Change management activities and related performance indicators for managers are embedded in organisational strategies, policies and plans as an ongoing requirement rather than added/transitory elements.

1.5 Staff with a range of attributes that are reflective of a diverse workforce are recruited, developed and deployed to maximise the organisation's strategic advantage in dealing with change.

1.6 Learning and development opportunities for managing change are embedded in induction and professional development for staff to support the development of a culture that embraces change.

2. Anticipate change

2.1 The likelihood of significant change for the organisation is identified through strategic networking and ongoing consideration of factors impacting upon the community, the public sector, the organisation or within the political environment.

2.2 Key stakeholders are consulted in identifying external drivers for change, and likely change is analysed in relation to its potential effect on organisational purpose, functions, structure, strategic objectives and the people in the organisation.

2.3 Early planning is undertaken with managers, human resource personnel and staff to ensure maximum lead time, support for those likely to be affected by change and to allow thoughtful, proactive responses to be generated to optimise outcomes for the organisation.

2.4 Resourcing challenges of both implementing and sustaining change are anticipated and planned for in accordance with organisational policies, procedures guidelines and legislative requirements.

3. Provide strategic leadership in change management

3.1 Strategic priorities are formulated in consultation with key stakeholders in the organisation and the community, and set out a vision for the future that provides challenging but realistic objectives to address change and maximise outcomes.

3.2 Current best practice information on change management is accessed and used to ensure change is managed effectively for sustained positive outcomes for the organisation and its people.

3.3 Leadership strategies are used to assist others to deal with ambiguity and to be creative and innovative in their approaches to dealing with change.

3.4 Strategies are designed to address the transition from present to future arrangements and provide guidance for dealing with ambiguity in roles, functions, organisational priorities or structures.

3.5 Organisational culture, business outcomes and client feedback are monitored and positive achievements identified and celebrated in accordance with organisational policy.


Qualifications and Skillsets

PSPMNGT703A appears in the following qualifications:

  • PUA60806 - Advanced Diploma of Public Safety (Defence Public Affairs)
  • PSP70110 - Vocational Graduate Certificate in Government (Strategic Procurement)
  • PSP60104 - Advanced Diploma of Government
  • FPI60111 - Advanced Diploma of Forest Industry Sustainability
  • DEF60812 - Advanced Diploma of Defence Public Affairs
  • PSP60112 - Advanced Diploma of Government
  • PSP80112 - Vocational Graduate Certificate in Government (Strategic Procurement)