Lead the organisation

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 PUAPOL022B, 'Lead the organisation'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Lead the organisation' 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. Negotiate and agree to targets/outcomes to achieve organisational strategies

1.1 Targets/outcomes are agreed or amended with those responsible for meeting them in ways which encourage commitment and creative thinking

1.2 Targets/outcomes take into account the capabilities of the individuals and groups concerned, the systems to be used and the circumstances which apply

1.3 Targets/outcomes are consistent with the objectives of the organisation and consider the implications for other areas of service delivery

2. Provide advice and support to solveproblemsand maintain progress

2.1 Advice and support is provided that is constructive, timely and sensitive to needs and protocols

2.2 Advice and support is provided to enable individuals and groups to work autonomously

2.3 Acknowledgment is made of the need for specialist assistance when required

3. Promote and sponsor organisational policies, strategies and programs

3.1 Opportunities are taken to promote the benefits of programs, projects and operations to stakeholders

3.2 Barriers to the implementation of programs, projects or operations are identified and remedial action is taken

3.3 Support is provided to stakeholders to facilitate commitment to the organisation's strategies and programs

3.4 Adherence to the Code of Ethics and organisational policies and procedures is promoted throughout the organisation

4. Assess management potential and shortfalls

4.1 A management profile is developed and/or maintained which captures management activities and competencies that meet the organisation's current and future needs

4.2 The potential of managers from diverse backgrounds and experience bases is evaluated against the profile

4.3 Relevant action is taken to address management shortfalls

4.4 Outcomes of management evaluations are made available to support decisions on the structure and development of the management team

5. Develop the effectiveness of the management team

5.1 Workforce management and succession planning is consistent with the values and policies of the organisation

5.2 Team development decisions are communicated as appropriate

5.3 "Best practice" methods for developing the team and individuals are identified and utilised

5.4 Development activities are cost-effective and capable of ensuring managers are able to carry out present and likely future work roles

5.5 Development opportunities build on existing achievement and work practices and offer feedback and recognition of achievement

6. Represent the organisation in a variety of internal and external forums

6.1 The organisational values, goals, objectives, needs, interests and ethics are faithfully represented and communicated in language appropriate to each forum

6.2 Appropriate pre/post forum meetings are held to keep relevant personnel fully briefed

6.3 The forum's established protocols and values are adhered to