Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Retail Management
Diploma of Retail Management
SIR50107
S579
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 26/02/2011 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification provides skills and knowledge required by those who hold or wish to hold higher management positions. It applies to those who are providing support to senior management in a larger retail or wholesale outlet or being responsible for the management of a retail store or wholesale outlet.
This qualification is not suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.
Job roles
Individuals with this qualification are able to perform roles, such as:
a key management role management in a large retail or wholesale business
managing a small to medium retail group store or franchise outlet
managing an independent retail store
managing a wholesale outlet
Possible job titles include:
store manager
merchandise manager
buyer
sales manager
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Qualification RulesTo achieve a Diploma of Retail Management, 9 units must be completed:
- 2 core units
- 7 elective units
A minimum of 4 elective units must be selected from the Elective Units listed.
A maximum of 3 elective units may be selected from another endorsed Training Package or accredited course. These must be units which appear within a Diploma qualification in the parent Training Package.
Note: Elective units must be additional to those already counted towards a lower level qualification within this Training Package
Note: In all cases selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome, local industry requirements and the characteristics of this qualification (as per the AQF descriptors)
1. Core Units
All 2 Core Units
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S6129 | SIRXFIN005A | Manage operations to budget | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S6158 | SIRXMGT005A | Set strategic plans | 80 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective units
Elective units
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C7046 | BSBFLM511B | Develop a workplace learning environment | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C7044 | BSBFLM509B | Facilitate continuous improvement | 50 | Unit of competency |
| S6159 | SIRXMGT006A | Initiate and implement change | 150 | Unit of competency |
| C3568 | BSBHR502A | Manage human resource management information systems | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C7041 | BSBFLM505B | Manage operational plan | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C3719 | BSBMGT502A | Manage people performance | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C7042 | BSBFLM506B | Manage workplace information systems | 60 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| N080 | WRR50102 | Diploma of Retail Management | Qualification |
| AYQ8 | WRW50101 | Diploma of Wholesale Management | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J151 | SIR50112 | Diploma of Retail Management | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Australian National Training Authority.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the Training Package available from Australian Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS by Challenger TAFE on 14 February 2008.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
There are two alternative pathways for entry into the Diploma of Retail Management. The candidate must either:
1. Be recognised as competent, through a recognised training program or recognition process, against the following units of competency:
SIRXCOM001A
Communicate in the workplace
SIRXIND001A
Work effectively in a retail environment
Plus one of the following:
SIRXCCS003A
Coordinate interaction with customers; or
SIRXSLS004A
Build relationships with customers
OR
2. Have sufficient relevant wholesale or retail employment experience. A current or previous job role that involves or has involved the application of the above competencies, would be a satisfactory indicator for entry. A determination need not involve a formal process of measuring, evaluating or recording performance against the units of competency. Examples of evidence to support a determination could include:
job descriptions and references from current or past employers
an entry interview to determine what competencies have been applied in the wholesale or retail environment in a paid or voluntary capacity.