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Conduct research and analysis

Conduct research and analysis

Unit of competency
National Code
PSPGEN106
State Code
ODW80
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/04/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/07/2022
Field of Education
080301 - Business Management
Original Release Date
08/07/2022
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to undertake research and analysis.This unit applies to those working in generalist and specialist roles within the public sector. Those undertaking this unit performing complex tasks in a range of familiar contexts.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify and plan research.
  • 1.1 Define information needs based on work objectives and client and organisational requirements.
  • 1.2. Evaluate and select potential sources of information and the format in which they are presented in line with the purpose and audience for the research.
  • 1.3. Develop and confirm strategies to acquire required information.
2. Collect and store research information.
  • 2.1. Research information according to the plan and within resource allocation.
  • 2.2. Assess initial search results and address gaps using the same or adjusted research strategies.
  • 2.3. Communicate the methods and outcomes of research, and the criteria used to make information decisions and choices.
  • 2.4. Store research information in accordance with security requirements and organisational policies and procedures.
3. Analyse information and apply the results of analysis.
  • 3.1. Examine, compare and evaluate information from various sources for content, structure and logic.
  • 3.2. Select analytical techniques and processes in line with defined objectives.
  • 3.3. Collate, consolidate and analyse information and advise senior staff and others as required of outcomes.
  • 3.4. Identify facts, issues, patterns, interrelationships and trends through analysis in accordance with research aims.
  • 3.5. Meet agreed project timelines and defined standards of the organisation.
4. Maintain information systems.
  • 4.1. Maintain, validate and reconcile information systems to assure data and system integrity.
  • 4.2. Maintain standard and complex information systems and applications in accordance with organisational requirements.
  • 4.3. Review and update information systems.
5. Compile reports from information systems.
  • 5.1. Synthesise the findings from information analysis to address the purpose of the research and meet requirements.
  • 5.2. Determine and organise content of reports to meet client and organisational requirements.
  • 5.3. Demonstrate that assumptions and conclusions used in analysis are clear, justified, supported by evidence and consistent with research strategy.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWV56 PSPGEN046 Undertake research and analysis Unit of competency