Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to research and critically evaluate past, present and future event industry practices to enhance the quality of one's own work practice. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit applies to individuals managing events in any industry context. It is particularly relevant to the cultural, community, hospitality, sporting and tourism sectors. The unit focuses on research, analysis and communication of information, ideas and concepts at a complex level, as well as the evaluation and extension of one's own professional development needs. It is therefore relevant to individuals who analyse, design and execute judgements in technical, conceptual or managerial areas. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
Nil |
Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of employability skills. The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this unit is packaged will assist in identifying employability skills requirements. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge and/or the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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Research event industry ideas, practices and trends. |
1.1 |
Assess and select formal and informal research strategies to explore event industry information , ideas and concepts . |
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Identify and explore potential new and alternative sources of information . |
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1.3 |
Source information on the history and evolution of the global event industry as a context for effective work practice. |
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2 |
Evaluate information to inform work practice. |
2.1 |
Critically analyse information in the context of industry practice and philosophy of work. |
2.2 |
Assess ways in which information may be used or adapted within work practices, including integration of new technologies. |
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2.3 |
Develop positions and ideas and integrate into work practice. |
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2.4 |
Use information to generate discussion and critical analysis of event management practice and opportunities. |
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3 |
Extend own event management skills and knowledge. |
3.1 |
Proactively identify and use opportunities presented by research to extend event management skills and knowledge. |
3.2 |
Re-evaluate and refine approaches to work in the context of current and emerging trends. |
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3.3 |
Identify and use practice, feedback, discussion and evaluation opportunities to continuously improve skills. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
The following skills must be assessed as part of this unit:
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The following knowledge must be assessed as part of this unit:
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure:
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Methods of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended. |
Assessing employability skills |
Employability skills are integral to effective performance in the workplace and are broadly consistent across industry sectors. How these skills are applied varies between occupations and qualifications due to the different work functions and contexts. Employability skills embedded in this unit should be assessed holistically with other relevant units that make up the skill set or qualification and in the context of the job role. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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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 in the performance criteria is detailed below. |
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Formal and informal research strategies may include: |
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Event industry information , ideas and concepts may relate to: |
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New and alternative sources may include: |
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Positions and ideas may include: |
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Critical analysis may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Sector |
Cross-Sector |
Competency field
Competency field |
Event Management |