This unit describes the skills required to plan police investigations, including identifying objectives, allocating resources and tasks, managing risk and reviewing processes.This unit applies to those working as police officers, generally in a designated investigation role, who are responsible for the planning and implementation of strategies for the overall management of an investigation.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to, particularly those related to resource and case management, investigation processes and techniques, and codes of conduct.Those undertaking this unit would demonstrate strong autonomy, making independent decisions and accessing support from a broad range of services. The individual would be required to possess strong decision making and problem-solving skills, planning abilities and capabilities for continually monitoring changing environments and requirements. The individual would work on complex tasks requiring strong adaptability across a broad range of unpredictable contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.