Unit of competency Outline
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Review and apply the constitution
Review and apply the constitution
Unit of competency
National Code
BSBATSIL413A
BSBATSIL413A
State Code
D4842
D4842
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/04/2011
Field of Education
080307 - Organisation Management
Original Release Date
29/04/2011
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to ensure that the organisation's constitution is relevant and legal, that it is understood, and that it meets changing needs.Some aspects of governance activities may be subject to legislation, rules, regulations and codes of practice relevant to different job roles and jurisdictions.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify essential components of the constitution
- 1.1. Explain key clauses to community members
- 1.2. Seek clarification of clauses from experts when required
- 1.3. Identify areas of activity of the organisation not covered by the constitution
2. Ensure the constitution is legal
- 2.1. Check the constitution to ensure it is consistent with relevantlaw with the support of experts where required
- 2.2. Check the constitution to ensure it is consistent with traditional lore
3. Apply the constitution
- 3.1. Follow constitutional provisions
- 3.2. Check policies and programs to ensure they conform to the constitution
- 3.3. Amend the constitution as required in consultation with members and according to relevant procedures
- 3.4. Ensure formal documentation of changes made is maintained
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Experts may include:
accountants
Elders
federal or state registration bodies
managers
Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations
solicitors
state registration bodies.
Relevant law may include:
Act or Acts under which the organisation operates
corporation law.
Constitutional provisions may include:
elections
financial and other reporting
meetings, including annual general meetings
membership
objectives.
Policies and programs may include:
commercial activities
eligibility for assistance
program objectives.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Experts may include:
accountants
Elders
federal or state registration bodies
managers
Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations
solicitors
state registration bodies.
Relevant law may include:
Act or Acts under which the organisation operates
corporation law.
Constitutional provisions may include:
elections
financial and other reporting
meetings, including annual general meetings
membership
objectives.
Policies and programs may include:
commercial activities
eligibility for assistance
program objectives.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
interpret and apply provisions of the constitution
obtain appropriate advice where necessary to ensure the constitution meets legal requirements
follow the constitution when undertaking board duties.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
participation on an actual or simulated board
access to expert knowledge and resources relevant to constitution
access to examples of constitutions used by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations
knowledge and performance to be assessed over time to confirm consistency in performance.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
observation of performance on a board or simulated board
direct questioning combined with reflection of practical board performance by the candidate
analysis of responses to case studies and scenarios
demonstration of techniques
observation of presentations and group discussions
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge
observation of performance in role plays.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
BSBATSIL408C Manage a board meeting
BSBATSIL411A Undertake the roles and responsibilities of a board member.
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
interpret and apply provisions of the constitution
obtain appropriate advice where necessary to ensure the constitution meets legal requirements
follow the constitution when undertaking board duties.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
participation on an actual or simulated board
access to expert knowledge and resources relevant to constitution
access to examples of constitutions used by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations
knowledge and performance to be assessed over time to confirm consistency in performance.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
observation of performance on a board or simulated board
direct questioning combined with reflection of practical board performance by the candidate
analysis of responses to case studies and scenarios
demonstration of techniques
observation of presentations and group discussions
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge
observation of performance in role plays.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
BSBATSIL408C Manage a board meeting
BSBATSIL411A Undertake the roles and responsibilities of a board member.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D0576 | BSBATSIL402B | Use the constitution | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUM48 | BSBATSIL413 | Review and apply the constitution | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W904 | BSB41910 | Certificate IV in Business (Governance) | Qualification |