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 undertake the diverse roles and responsibilities required of a board member.
It applies to individuals who need to solve a defined range of unpredictable problems, analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources and who may provide leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Regulation, Licensing and Risk – Governance
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 Identify business of the organisation |
1.1. Ensure the history of the organisation is known and understood 1.2. List and explain the core functions of the organisation 1.3. Explain the relationship between the organisation, stakeholders and other organisations/entities |
2 Monitor operations |
2.1. Identify and document outcomes for each operational area 2.2. Use information provided to review effectiveness and efficiency of operations 2.3. Suggest changes to operations if necessary |
3 Follow legal requirements when carrying out board duties |
3.1. List and describe relevant provisions of the legislation under which the organisation operates 3.2. Adhere to relevant aspects of Corporations Law 3.3. Adhere to the constitution of the organisation 3.4. List and comply with workplace responsibilities 3.5. Comply with the terms and conditions of funding agreements |
4 Monitor trends and changes in community |
4.1. Attend community meetings, speaking on behalf of the board as required and delegated 4.2. Maintain information and awareness of key stakeholders and political issues 4.3. Ensure the board is informed of identified community and stakeholder needs 4.4. Review policies with changing community needs, and incorporate into operations as required |
5 Receive and act on community and stakeholder feedback |
5.1. Receive and document feedback from the community and stakeholders about services 5.2. Evaluate feedback 5.3. Deal with feedback in accordance with policies and procedures, and in consultation with management 5.4. Document and support decisions of management |
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 |
1.1, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 4.2, 4.4, 5.3 |
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Writing |
1.1-1.3, 2.1, 3.1, 3.4, 4.3, 5.1, 5.4 |
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Oral Communication |
1.1-1.3, 2.1, 3.1, 3.4, 4.3, 5.1, 5.4 |
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Navigate the world of work |
2.3, 3.1-3.5, 4.2, 4.4, 5.3 |
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Interact with others |
4.1, 4.3, 5.1, 5.3 |
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Get the work done |
1.1, 2.1, 2.2, 5.2, 5.3 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
BSBGOV401 Implement board member responsibilities |
BSBGOV401A Implement board member responsibilities |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=11ef6853-ceed-4ba7-9d87-4da407e23c10