Unit of competency Outline
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Interpret financial markets information
Interpret financial markets information
Unit of competency
National Code
FNSFMK403A
FNSFMK403A
State Code
D4122
D4122
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/07/2014
Field of Education
081101 - Banking And Finance
Original Release Date
29/07/2014
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to access, interpret and analyse relevant aspects of market information to inform operational functions and identify and assess risks in dealing with financial transactions and settlements.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Relate financial markets information to operational roles
- 1.1. The different financial market sectors that occur within the financial market are recognised and related appropriately to the financial markets operational role
- 1.2. The relationship between financial market sectors, participants and the economy is understood and applied consistently
- 1.3. Clear and quantifiable parameters are set for the identification and sourcing of information in accordance with legislative and organisational requirements
- 1.4. Market information and data is accessed and interpreted in terms of validity, reliability and relevance to defined operational tasks
2. Interpret market information and assess risk
- 2.1. Economic trends and market developments are identified and evaluated in terms of potential implications and impacts on operations, including compliance with relevant legislation
- 2.2. Potential operational risk for the organisation and clients is identified and contingencies to manage risk determined in accordance with organisational and industry standards
- 2.3. Sound judgement is used to ensure consistency of interpretations based on available information sources
3. Apply market data
- 3.1. Market performance, trends and risk identification are prioritised and associated with operational tasks
- 3.2. Market data is applied to the operational role and any issues requiring supervision or guidance are reported to relevant persons in accordance with organisational requirements
- 3.3. The operational application of market information and data is in accordance with the relevant legal and ethical constraints and organisational requirements
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.
Financial markets may include:
Australian Securities Exchange (ASX)
Over the Counter (OTC) derivatives
any other exchange traded markets
Participants may include:
ASX
banks
brokers
custodians
financial institutions
friendly societies
investment banks
managed fund providers
retail clients
superannuation fund providers
wholesale clients.
Information may be evaluated for:
accuracy
authenticity
currency
quality
relevance
reliability
reputability of source
validity.
Organisational requirements may be outlined and reflected in:
business and performance plans
ethical standards, codes of practice
legal and organisational policy/guidelines
mission statements, strategic plans
product or service development
quality and continuous improvement processes and standards
quality assurance and/or procedures manuals.
Economic trends and market developments may include:
economic trends:
local
regional
national
international
ecological and environmental trends
government activities:
interest rates management
regulation
deregulation
social and cultural factors
demographic trends
changes in technology
industrial trends
Relevant legislation may include:
Banking Act
Corporations Act
Criminal Code Act
Financial Corporations Act
Financial Services Reform Act
Financial Transaction Reports Act
Privacy Act
Reserve Bank Act
Taxation Act
Trade Practices Act.
Relevant persons may include:
colleagues
managers
supervisors.
Legal and ethical constraints may include:
codes of practice
ethical principles
organisational policies and guidelines
relevant legislation and regulations
social and cultural expectations and influences.
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.
Financial markets may include:
Australian Securities Exchange (ASX)
Over the Counter (OTC) derivatives
any other exchange traded markets
Participants may include:
ASX
banks
brokers
custodians
financial institutions
friendly societies
investment banks
managed fund providers
retail clients
superannuation fund providers
wholesale clients.
Information may be evaluated for:
accuracy
authenticity
currency
quality
relevance
reliability
reputability of source
validity.
Organisational requirements may be outlined and reflected in:
business and performance plans
ethical standards, codes of practice
legal and organisational policy/guidelines
mission statements, strategic plans
product or service development
quality and continuous improvement processes and standards
quality assurance and/or procedures manuals.
Economic trends and market developments may include:
economic trends:
local
regional
national
international
ecological and environmental trends
government activities:
interest rates management
regulation
deregulation
social and cultural factors
demographic trends
changes in technology
industrial trends
Relevant legislation may include:
Banking Act
Corporations Act
Criminal Code Act
Financial Corporations Act
Financial Services Reform Act
Financial Transaction Reports Act
Privacy Act
Reserve Bank Act
Taxation Act
Trade Practices Act.
Relevant persons may include:
colleagues
managers
supervisors.
Legal and ethical constraints may include:
codes of practice
ethical principles
organisational policies and guidelines
relevant legislation and regulations
social and cultural expectations and influences.
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:
apply knowledge of relevant economic concepts
recognise market participants and their functions
identify economic trends and market development affecting the operational role
work within the legal and ethical constraints for financial markets operations and comply with organisational requirements
source, collect and interpret relevant financial markets information
make operational judgements using the correct interpretation of interpreted data.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
competency is demonstrated in the context of the financial services work environment and conditions specified in the range statement either in a relevant workplace or a closely simulated work environment
access to and the use of a range of common office equipment, technology, software and consumables
access to financial markets information sources.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples, in combination, are appropriate for this unit
evaluating an integrated activity which combines the elements of competency for the unit or a cluster of related units of competency
verbal or written questioning on underpinning knowledge and skills
setting and reviewing workplace projects and business simulations or scenarios
accessing and validating third party reports.
Guidance information for assessment
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:
apply knowledge of relevant economic concepts
recognise market participants and their functions
identify economic trends and market development affecting the operational role
work within the legal and ethical constraints for financial markets operations and comply with organisational requirements
source, collect and interpret relevant financial markets information
make operational judgements using the correct interpretation of interpreted data.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
competency is demonstrated in the context of the financial services work environment and conditions specified in the range statement either in a relevant workplace or a closely simulated work environment
access to and the use of a range of common office equipment, technology, software and consumables
access to financial markets information sources.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples, in combination, are appropriate for this unit
evaluating an integrated activity which combines the elements of competency for the unit or a cluster of related units of competency
verbal or written questioning on underpinning knowledge and skills
setting and reviewing workplace projects and business simulations or scenarios
accessing and validating third party reports.
Guidance information for assessment
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUR05 | FNSFMK403 | Interpret financial markets information | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S710 | FNS41110 | Certificate IV in Financial Markets Operations | Qualification |