Qualification Outline
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Advanced Diploma of Government (Management)
Advanced Diploma of Government (Management)
PSP60512
J327
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National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 01/11/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
This specialist qualification covers the competencies required of specialist managers in the public sector. There are 4 discrete streams catered for within the qualification - general management, investigation management, compliance management and fraud control management. There are 7 Required Units that are common to all 4 streams plus discrete requirements for each stream. Electives should reflect the responsibilities of the individual and the job skills required for effective performance. Where a free choice of Electives is possible in the qualification packaging rules, Electives may also be drawn from other Training Packages to reflect the work context and career plans of the individual.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Fifteen (15) units of competency are required for this qualification:- seven (7) core units
- eight elective units, (depending on the management stream chosen)
Units selected should not duplicate content already covered by other units in this qualification.
All elective units must be selected from an equivalent qualification level or higher, unless otherwise stated.
For this qualification, a maximum of one (1) unit from Diploma level may be used.
GENERAL MANAGEMENT STREAM
- seven (7) core units
- nil (0) additional required units
- six (6) units from the general management elective units list
- in addition, choose two (2) units from the general management elective units, or from elsewhere within this Training Package, or from another endorsed Training Package or Accredited Course.
INVESTIGATION MANAGEMENT STREAM
- seven (7) core units
- six (6) units from the additional investigation management required units list
- two (2) units from the investigation management elective units list, or from elsewhere within this Training Package, or from another endorsed Training Package or Accredited Course.
COMPLIANCE MANAGEMENT STREAM
- seven (7) core units
- two (2) units from the additional compliance management required units list
- three (3) units from the compliance management elective units list
- in addition, choose three (3) units from the compliance management elective units list, or from elsewhere within this Training Package, or from another endorsed Training Package or Accredited Course.
FRAUD CONTROL MANAGEMENT
- seven (7) core units
- five (5) units from the additional fraud control required units list
- three (3) units from the fraud control management elective units list
- in addition, choose three (3) units from the fraud control management elective units list, or from elsewhere within this Training Package, or from another endorsed Training Package or Accredited Course.
1. Core Units for All Streams
All seven (7) units must be completed for ALL streams.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8055 | PSPGOV601B | Apply government systems | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C8056 | PSPGOV602B | Establish and maintain strategic networks | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C7988 | PSPETHC601B | Maintain and enhance confidence in public service | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C7981 | PSPLEGN601B | Manage compliance with legislation in the public sector | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C7982 | PSPMNGT605B | Manage diversity | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C8246 | PSPPOL603A | Manage policy implementation | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8068 | PSPOHS602A | Manage workplace safety | 60 | Unit of competency |
2. General Management Stream Elective Units
A minimum of six (6) to a maximum of eight (8) units to be completed when choosing General Management stream.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8211 | PSPMNGT607B | Develop a business case | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C8216 | PSPMNGT613A | Develop partnering arrangements | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C8217 | PSPMNGT614A | Facilitate knowledge management | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C8208 | PSPMNGT603B | Facilitate people management | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C8212 | PSPMNGT609B | Formulate business strategies | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8218 | PSPMNGT615A | Influence workforce effectiveness | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C8209 | PSPMNGT604B | Manage change | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8214 | PSPMNGT611A | Manage evaluations | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C8213 | PSPMNGT610A | Manage public sector financial resources | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C8210 | PSPMNGT606B | Manage quality client service | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8207 | PSPMNGT602B | Manage resources | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C7983 | PSPMNGT608B | Manage risk | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8215 | PSPMNGT612A | Review and improve business performance | 60 | Unit of competency |
3. Investigation Management Stream
All six (6) units to be completed when selecting the Investigation Management Stream.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D3794 | PUAPOL029B | Coordinate multi-agency investigations | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8295 | PSPREG602B | Evaluate regulatory compliance | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C8297 | PSPREG701A | Manage investigations program | 80 | Unit of competency |
| C8294 | PSPREG601B | Manage regulatory compliance | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C8207 | PSPMNGT602B | Manage resources | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8222 | PSPMNGT704A | Undertake enterprise risk management | 60 | Unit of competency |
4. Investigation Management Stream Elective Units
Two (2) units may be chosen from the elective units listed when completing the Investigation Management Stream.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D3796 | PUAPOL034B | Analyse information | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WE682 | PSPREG507 | Manage investigations | 70 | Unit of competency |
| D3795 | PUAPOL032B | Plan intelligence activities | 50 | Unit of competency |
5. Compliance Management Stream
Two (2) units must be completed when choosing the Compliance Management Stream.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8295 | PSPREG602B | Evaluate regulatory compliance | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C8294 | PSPREG601B | Manage regulatory compliance | 60 | Unit of competency |
6. Compliance Management Stream Elective Units
Three (3) units may be chosen from the elective units listed when completing the Compliance Management Stream.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8244 | PSPPOL601A | Develop public policy | 80 | Unit of competency |
| C8208 | PSPMNGT603B | Facilitate people management | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C8296 | PSPREG603A | Manage and lead inspection and monitoring programs | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C8207 | PSPMNGT602B | Manage resources | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C7983 | PSPMNGT608B | Manage risk | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C3445 | PSPMNGT606A | Manage the delivery of quality client service | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8219 | PSPMNGT701B | Provide strategic direction | 60 | Unit of competency |
7. Fraud Control Management Stream
All five (5) units must be completed when choosing the Fraud Control Management Stream.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8124 | PSPFRAU502B | Anticipate and detect possible fraud activity | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C8129 | PSPFRAU601B | Develop fraud control strategy | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8131 | PSPFRAU603B | Manage fraud control awareness | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8130 | PSPFRAU602B | Manage fraud risk assessment and action plan | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8132 | PSPFRAU605B | Review fraud control activities | 40 | Unit of competency |
8. Fraud Control Management Stream Elective Units
Three (3) units may be chosen from the elective units listed when completing the Fraud Control Management Stream.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C7983 | PSPMNGT608B | Manage risk | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8058 | PSPGOV605A | Persuade and influence opinion | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C8059 | PSPGOV606A | Prepare high-level/sensitive written materials | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C8245 | PSPPOL602A | Provide policy advice | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C805 | PSP60504 | Advanced Diploma of Government (Management) | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
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