Qualification Outline

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Diploma of Governance

Diploma of Governance

Qualification
National Code:
BSB52315
State Code:
AZJ0
TGA Status:
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0803 - Business And Management
Original TGA Release Date
14/01/2016
Approved Date
05/07/2016
Stream of Study
Subsequent to Initial Vocational (4000)
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
590
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/01/2016
VET Act Conditions
—
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 14/01/2016 Current Approved
Description

This qualification applies to board of governance roles. Individuals undertaking this qualification will typically be a board chairperson or a board member with special responsibility, a coordinator of quality governance or a committee member.

Those undertaking this qualification provide leadership and guidance to others with some responsibility for the output of others.

Individuals at this level display initiative and judgement in planning, organising, implementing and monitoring their own workload and the workload of others. They use communication skills to support individuals and teams to meet organisational requirements.

Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = twelve (12)
- six (6) core units plus
- six (6) elective units, of which:
- four (4) units must be selected from the elective units listed below
- the remaining two (2) elective units may be selected from the elective units listed below, or any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course at the same qualification level
if not listed below, 1 (one) unit may be selected from a Certificate IV or Advanced Diploma from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.

Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units

All six (6) units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AWG31 BSBGOV404 Communicate with community stakeholders 35 Unit of competency
AUJ82 BSBLDR503 Communicate with influence 55 Unit of competency
AWG26 BSBGOV503 Conduct organisational strategic planning 70 Unit of competency
AWG27 BSBGOV504 Monitor organisational finances 70 Unit of competency
AWG30 BSBGOV501 Review and apply the organisation's constitution 25 Unit of competency
AWG29 BSBGOV405 Undertake the roles and responsibilities of committee or board members 35 Unit of competency
2. Elective Units

At least four (4) units must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AUQ79 FNSCMP501 Comply with financial services legislation 40 Unit of competency
AVB49 CHCPRP001 Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships 55 Unit of competency
AUI48 BSBHRM512 Develop and manage performance management processes 60 Unit of competency
AUJ41 BSBLDR501 Develop and use emotional intelligence 55 Unit of competency
AUJ05 BSBCOM503 Develop processes for the management of breaches in compliance requirements 30 Unit of competency
AUI86 BSBSUS501 Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability 50 Unit of competency
AUM01 BSBWHS501 Ensure a safe workplace 50 Unit of competency
AUL08 BSBSMB401 Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business 40 Unit of competency
AUH52 BSBINN501 Establish systems that support innovation 50 Unit of competency
AUL24 BSBMGT516 Facilitate continuous improvement 50 Unit of competency
AUI26 BSBLDR502 Lead and manage effective workplace relationships 45 Unit of competency
AUH47 BSBWOR502 Lead and manage team effectiveness 50 Unit of competency
AWG24 BSBGOV506 Manage advocacy for your organisation 25 Unit of competency
AWG23 BSBGOV507 Manage board or committee and organisational conflict 45 Unit of competency
AUH01 BSBFIM501 Manage budgets and financial plans 50 Unit of competency
AUL28 BSBDIV501 Manage diversity in the workplace 20 Unit of competency
AUI76 BSBPUB503 Manage fundraising and sponsorship activities 50 Unit of competency
AUI50 BSBIPR501 Manage intellectual property to protect and grow business 50 Unit of competency
AUH54 BSBADM502 Manage meetings 50 Unit of competency
AUJ03 BSBMGT517 Manage operational plan 50 Unit of competency
AUK69 BSBWOR501 Manage personal work priorities and professional development 50 Unit of competency
AUL50 BSBHRM506 Manage recruitment selection and induction processes 60 Unit of competency
AUM52 BSBRSK501 Manage risk 50 Unit of competency
AWG28 BSBGOV502 Recruit and coordinate committee members 25 Unit of competency
AWG25 BSBGOV505 Seek and apply for funding opportunities 45 Unit of competency
C8037 PSPGOV507A Undertake negotiations 50 Unit of competency
AUK28 BSBWRT401 Write complex documents 50 Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BDZ9 BSB52318 Diploma of Governance Qualification
No information
Entry Requirements

Entry to this qualification is limited to those individuals who:
have completed a Certificate IV in Governance

or

Provide evidence of competency in the core units required for BSB40915 Certificate IV in Governance

or

have vocational experience in a range of environments working with boards of governance, but with no formal qualification.

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
No information