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Diploma of Unionism and Industrial Relations
Diploma of Unionism and Industrial Relations
BSB51807
D180
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National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 18/03/2013 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who possess a sound theoretical knowledge base in unionism and industrial relations and use a range of specialised, technical or managerial competencies to plan, carry out and evaluate their own work and/or the work of a team.
Job roles
Union Official.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 83 core units plus
5 elective units
2 elective units must be selected from the Group A units listed below.
The remaining 3 elective units may be selected from the Group A or Group B units listed below, or any currently endorsed national Training Package or accredited course at the same qualification level. If not listed below 1 unit may be selected from either a Certificate IV or Advanced Diploma qualification.
Elective units must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and the qualification level.
Core units
BSBRSK501B Manage risk
BSBWRK405A Promote union values, principles and policies
BSBWRK507A Apply strategic unionism
Group A units
Workplace Relations
BSBWRK501A Develop, manage and review campaigns and projects
BSBWRK502A Represent the union in key forums
BSBWRK503A Coordinate case preparation and research
BSBWRK504A Advocate and present cases for members
BSBWRK505A Develop, implement and manage union policy
BSBWRK506A Coordinate research and analysis
BSBWRK508A Manage and oversee bargaining
Group B units
Advertising
BSBADV507B Develop a media plan
Compliance
BSBCOM502B Evaluate and review compliance
Financial Management
BSBFIM501A Manage budgets and financial plans
General Administration
BSBADM502B Manage meetings
Human Resource Management
BSBHRM512A Develop and manage performance-management processes
Information Management
BSBINM501A Manage an information or knowledge management system
Learning and Development
BSBLED501A Develop a workplace learning environment
Management
BSBMGT502B Manage people performance
BSBMGT515A Manage operational plan
BSBMGT516C Facilitate continuous improvement
Project Management
BSBPMG522A Undertake project work
Public Relations
BSBPUB504A Develop and implement crisis management plans
Sustainability
BSBSUS501A Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability
Work Health and Safety
BSBWHS501A Ensure a safe workplace
Workplace Effectiveness
BSBWOR501B Manage personal work priorities and professional development
BSBWOR502B Ensure team effectiveness
1. Core Units
All three (3) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D1052 | BSBWRK507A | Apply strategic unionism | 50 | Unit of competency |
| S8081 | BSBRSK501B | Manage risk | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D1040 | BSBWRK405A | Promote union values, principles and policies | 50 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least two (2) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D1049 | BSBWRK504A | Advocate and present cases for members | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D1048 | BSBWRK503A | Coordinate case preparation and research | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D1051 | BSBWRK506A | Coordinate research and analysis | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D1050 | BSBWRK505A | Develop, implement and manage union policy | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D1046 | BSBWRK501A | Develop, manage and review campaigns and projects | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D1053 | BSBWRK508A | Manage and oversee bargaining | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D1047 | BSBWRK502A | Represent the union in key forums | 40 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
Up to three (3) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C667 | BSB51804 | Diploma of Unionism | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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