Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version first released with BSB Business Services Training Package Version 1.0. |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to determine and manage project scope. It involves obtaining project authorisation, developing a scope management plan, and managing the application of project scope controls.
It applies to individuals responsible for managing and leading a project in an organisation, business or as a consultant.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Management and Leadership – Project Management
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Conduct project authorisation activities |
1.1 Develop and confirm procedures for project authorisation with an appropriate authority 1.2 Obtain authorisation to expend resources 1.3 Confirm project delegations and authorities in project governance arrangements |
2. Define project scope |
2.1 Identify, negotiate and document project boundaries 2.2 Establish measurable project benefits, outcomes and outputs 2.3 Establish a shared understanding of desired project outcomes with relevant stakeholders 2.4 Document scope management plan |
3. Manage project scope control process |
3.1 Implement agreed scope management procedures and processes 3.2 Manage impact of scope changes within established time, cost and quality constraints according to change control procedures 3.3 Identify and document scope management issues and recommend improvements for future projects |
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill |
Performance Criteria |
Description |
Reading |
1.3, 2.1, 3.1, 3.2 |
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Writing |
1.1-1.3, 2.1-2.4, 3.3 |
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Oral Communication |
1.1-1.3, 2.1- 2.3, 3.3 |
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Numeracy |
2.2, 3.2 |
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Navigate the world of work |
1.3, 3.1, 3.2 |
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Interact with others |
1.1-1.3, 2.1, 2.3, 3.3 |
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Get the work done |
1.1, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
BSBPMG511 Manage project scope |
BSBPMG511A Manage project scope |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages |
Equivalent unit |
Links
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