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Plan and develop information management systems
Plan and develop information management systems
Unit of competency
National Code
CUVADM05B
CUVADM05B
State Code
D1674
D1674
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/09/2008
Field of Education
080399 - Business And Management, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
18/09/2008
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and implement information management systems within an organisation. This role would generally be undertaken by administrators and managers. The unit is generic in nature and may be applied in a range of industry contexts.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine information management requirements.
- 1.1 Establish broad information management requirements based on organisational vision, objectives and current priorities.1.2 Clarify the purposes for which information is required in consultation with relevant colleagues.1.3 Correctly identify the nature and sources of the information required to meet the purpose.
2 Develop an information management plan.
- 2.1 Identify appropriate methods of collecting, analysing and disseminating relevant information consistent with the purpose of the information.2.2 Establish a schedule for the collection, analysis and dissemination of relevant information.2.3 Plan appropriatesystems for the management of information, including allocation of responsibilities and resources.2.4 Consult with relevant colleagues in relation to information management planning.
3 Implement information management systems.
- 3.1 Provide appropriate advance information on new systems to colleagues.3.2 Introduce information management systems and procedures to the workplace in a manner that causes minimum disruption to colleagues.3.3 Ensure adequate resourcing of new systems/procedures in consultation with colleagues.3.4 Provide training and support to colleagues as required.
4 Review and update information management plan.
- 4.1 Establish methods for periodic review of information management needs.4.2 Conduct review of information management according to the agreed methods.4.3 Adjust information management plan and system to respond to changing and emerging information management needs.
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.
Information management requirements may relate to any aspect of an organisation's operation and management, e.g.:
administration
customer service
finance
human resources
marketing.
The purpose for which information is required may relate to:
internal or external communication issues
operational efficiency
planning, e.g. financial, marketing.
Sources of information may include:
funding bodies and sponsors
Internet
media
potential users
references and texts
staff
visitors and patrons
volunteers.
Methods of collecting information may include:
counting systems
literature searches
registrations
surveys and questionnaires.
Analysing data may include:
patterns of performance, attendance
qualitative measures, e.g. satisfaction, attitudes, intensions
trends in sales, attendance, aesthetic preferences.
Dissemination of information may include:
posters, leaflets, pamphlets, catalogues
presentations, public speaking, media engagement
reports, newsletters
slides, video, CDs.
Appropriate systems for information management may include:
administrative procedures
computer data bases
library
record keeping systems
registers
surveys and questionnaire regimes.
Review methods may include:
discussion forums with identified stakeholders
formal feedback by questionnaire/survey
interviews
invitations for feedback
technical reviews.
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.
Information management requirements may relate to any aspect of an organisation's operation and management, e.g.:
administration
customer service
finance
human resources
marketing.
The purpose for which information is required may relate to:
internal or external communication issues
operational efficiency
planning, e.g. financial, marketing.
Sources of information may include:
funding bodies and sponsors
Internet
media
potential users
references and texts
staff
visitors and patrons
volunteers.
Methods of collecting information may include:
counting systems
literature searches
registrations
surveys and questionnaires.
Analysing data may include:
patterns of performance, attendance
qualitative measures, e.g. satisfaction, attitudes, intensions
trends in sales, attendance, aesthetic preferences.
Dissemination of information may include:
posters, leaflets, pamphlets, catalogues
presentations, public speaking, media engagement
reports, newsletters
slides, video, CDs.
Appropriate systems for information management may include:
administrative procedures
computer data bases
library
record keeping systems
registers
surveys and questionnaire regimes.
Review methods may include:
discussion forums with identified stakeholders
formal feedback by questionnaire/survey
interviews
invitations for feedback
technical reviews.
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.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit:
development of an information management plan which supports the vision, objectives and current direction of an organisation
knowledge of information management principles, practices and systems as they apply to the specific industry context.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
The assessment context must provide for:
practical demonstration of skills through the development and implementation of an information management system for a specific industry purpose/context/organisation
interaction with others to reflect the consultation aspects of this unit
assessment over a period of time to reflect the ongoing implementation and monitoring aspects of the unit.
Method of assessment
Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of essential underpinning knowledge, and might include:
review of an information management plan developed by the candidate
evaluation of a report prepared by the candidate detailing the ways in which an information management systems was developed and implemented
case studies to assess ability to develop management systems for specific industry contexts
questions and discussion about the information management plan
review of portfolios of evidence
third party workplace reports of performance by the candidate.
Assessment of this unit requires access to the materials resources and equipment needed to plan and develop the system for information management and includes access to information technology.
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.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit:
development of an information management plan which supports the vision, objectives and current direction of an organisation
knowledge of information management principles, practices and systems as they apply to the specific industry context.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
The assessment context must provide for:
practical demonstration of skills through the development and implementation of an information management system for a specific industry purpose/context/organisation
interaction with others to reflect the consultation aspects of this unit
assessment over a period of time to reflect the ongoing implementation and monitoring aspects of the unit.
Method of assessment
Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of essential underpinning knowledge, and might include:
review of an information management plan developed by the candidate
evaluation of a report prepared by the candidate detailing the ways in which an information management systems was developed and implemented
case studies to assess ability to develop management systems for specific industry contexts
questions and discussion about the information management plan
review of portfolios of evidence
third party workplace reports of performance by the candidate.
Assessment of this unit requires access to the materials resources and equipment needed to plan and develop the system for information management and includes access to information technology.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C6461 | CUVADM05A | Plan and develop information management systems | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C726 | CUL60104 | Advanced Diploma of Library-Information Services | Qualification |
| C725 | CUL50104 | Diploma of Library-Information Services | Qualification |