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Unit of competency details

BSBMGT516 - Facilitate continuous improvement (Release 1)

Summary

Usage recommendation:
Superseded
Mapping:
MappingNotesDate
Supersedes and is equivalent to BSBMGT516C - Facilitate continuous improvementUpdated to meet Standards for Training Packages 24/Mar/2015
Is superseded by and equivalent to BSBSTR502 - Facilitate continuous improvement 18/Oct/2020

Releases:
ReleaseRelease date
1 1 (this release) 25/Mar/2015


Training packages that include this unit

CodeSort Table listing Training packages that include this unit by the Code columnTitleSort Table listing Training packages that include this unit by the Title columnRelease
ICP - Printing and Graphic ArtsPrinting and Graphic Arts 1.0-4.1 
CHC - Community ServicesCommunity Services 2.0-7.1 
UEG - Gas Industry Training PackageGas Industry Training Package 1.0 
AVI - Aviation Training PackageAviation Training Package 3.0-6.0 
SFI - Seafood IndustrySeafood Industry 1.0 
UEP - Electricity Supply Industry - Generation Sector Training PackageElectricity Supply Industry - Generation Sector Training Package 1.0-1.1 
CPP07 - Property Services Training PackageProperty Services Training Package 14.4-15.0 
NWP - National Water Training PackageNational Water Training Package 1.0,2.0-3.0 
UET - Transmission, Distribution and Rail SectorTransmission, Distribution and Rail Sector 1.0-1.2 
FNS - Financial Services Training PackageFinancial Services Training Package 1.0-7.0 
FWP - Forest and Wood Products Training PackageForest and Wood Products Training Package 2.0-6.3 
TLI - Transport and Logistics Training PackageTransport and Logistics Training Package 1.0-13.0 
MSS - SustainabilitySustainability 2.0-4.2 
CSC - Correctional Services Training PackageCorrectional Services Training Package 1.0-4.1 
DEF - Defence Training PackageDefence Training Package 1.0-5.0 
CUA - Creative Arts and Culture Training PackageCreative Arts and Culture Training Package 2.0-4.1 
RII - Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training PackageResources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package 2.0-9.0 
UEE - Electrotechnology Training PackageElectrotechnology Training Package 2.0-4.0 
BSB - Business Services Training PackageBusiness Services Training Package 1.0-6.1 
HLT - HealthHealth 2.0-9.2 

Qualifications that include this unit

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UEE53020 - Diploma of Electrical Systems EngineeringDiploma of Electrical Systems EngineeringCurrent
TLI50319 - Diploma of Deployment LogisticsDiploma of Deployment LogisticsDeleted
UEG50118 - Diploma of Gas Supply Industry OperationsDiploma of Gas Supply Industry OperationsSuperseded
AVI50119 - Diploma of Aviation (Aviation Management)Diploma of Aviation (Aviation Management)Current1-2 
FNS51815 - Diploma of Financial ServicesDiploma of Financial ServicesSuperseded1-4 
FNS50915 - Diploma of Banking Services ManagementDiploma of Banking Services ManagementSuperseded1-4 
BSB50618 - Diploma of Human Resources ManagementDiploma of Human Resources ManagementSuperseded1-3 
DEF53115 - Diploma of Electronic ForensicsDiploma of Electronic ForensicsSuperseded
UET50319 - Diploma of ESI - Power Systems OperationsDiploma of ESI - Power Systems OperationsSuperseded1-2 
ICP50120 - Diploma of Printing and Graphic Arts Business ManagementDiploma of Printing and Graphic Arts Business ManagementCurrent1-2 
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Accredited courses that have this unit in the completion mapping

CodeSort Table listing Accredited courses that have this unit in the completion mapping by the Code columnTitleSort Table listing Accredited courses that have this unit in the completion mapping by the Title columnStatus
10667NAT - Diploma of Business Development and TenderingDiploma of Business Development and Tendering Non-Current
10467NAT - Diploma of Work Skills for Career Advancement and ManagementDiploma of Work Skills for Career Advancement and Management Non-Current
10707NAT - Diploma of Youth and Community Work (Christian)Diploma of Youth and Community Work (Christian) Non-Current
10666NAT - Diploma of Payroll Management Diploma of Payroll Management  Non-Current
10604NAT - Certificate IV in Safety Leadership (WHS) - ConstructionCertificate IV in Safety Leadership (WHS) - Construction Non-Current
10610NAT - Diploma of Vocational Education and Training Compliance ManagementDiploma of Vocational Education and Training Compliance Management Non-Current
10536NAT - Diploma of Workplace and Business CoachingDiploma of Workplace and Business Coaching Non-Current
10546NAT - Diploma of Construction Material TestingDiploma of Construction Material Testing Non-Current
10817NAT - Diploma of Work Skills for Career Advancement and ManagementDiploma of Work Skills for Career Advancement and Management Current
10820NAT - Diploma of Leadership in Healthcare PracticeDiploma of Leadership in Healthcare Practice Current

Classifications

SchemeCodeClassification value
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 080317 Quality Management  

Classification history

SchemeCodeClassification valueStart dateEnd date
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 080317 Quality Management  30/Jul/2015 
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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 lead and manage continuous improvement systems and processes. Particular emphasis is on the development of systems and the analysis of information to monitor and adjust performance strategies, and to manage opportunities for further improvements.

It applies to individuals who take an active role in managing a continuous improvement process in order to achieve an organisation’s objectives.

At this level, work will normally be carried out using complex and diverse methods and procedures which require the exercise of considerable discretion and judgement, using a range of problem-solving and decision-making strategies.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Unit Sector

Management and leadership – 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. Lead continuous improvement systems and processes

1.1 Develop strategies to ensure that team members are actively encouraged and supported to participate in decision-making processes, assume responsibility and exercise initiative as appropriate

1.2 Establish systems to ensure that the organisation’s continuous improvement processes are communicated to stakeholders

1.3 Ensure that change and improvement processes meet sustainability requirements

1.4 Develop effective mentoring and coaching processes to ensure that individuals and teams are able to implement and support the organisation’s continuous improvement processes

1.5 Ensure that insights and experiences from business activities are captured and accessible through knowledge management systems

2. Monitor and adjust performance strategies

2.1 Develop strategies to ensure that systems and processes are used to monitor operational progress and to identify ways in which planning and operations could be improved

2.2 Adjust and communicate strategies to stakeholders according to organisational procedures

3. Manage opportunities for further improvement

3.1 Establish processes to ensure that team members are informed of outcomes of continuous improvement efforts

3.2 Ensure processes include recording of work team performance to assist in identifying further opportunities for improvement

3.3 Consider areas identified for further improvement when undertaking future planning

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

1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 3.3

  • Identifies and extracts relevant information from a range of complex texts
  • Locates, interprets and analyses workplace documentation to gather information relating to continuous improvement

Writing

1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1-3.3

  • Develops complex texts related to continuous improvement processes according to organisational requirements
  • Ensures the vocabulary, grammatical structures and conventions are appropriate for the context and target audience

Oral Communication

1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 2.2

  • Presents information to a range of audiences using appropriate structure and language
  • Listens and comprehends information from a variety of spoken exchanges with clients, co-workers and other stakeholders
  • Confirms understanding through questioning and active listening

Navigate the world of work

1.1-1.3, 2.1, 2.2

  • Develops strategies to enable compliance with legislative requirements and achievement of the organisation’s goals
  • Monitors adherence to organisational policies, procedures and protocols and considers own role in terms of its contribution to broader goals of the work environment

Interact with others

1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 2.2

  • Identifies and uses appropriate conventions and protocols when communicating with colleagues and external stakeholders
  • Collaborates with others to achieve joint outcomes, playing an active role in facilitating effective group interaction and influencing direction

Get the work done

1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3

  • Takes responsibility for developing, implementing and monitoring systems and processes to achieve organisational outcomes
  • Uses analytical and lateral thinking to review current practices and develop ideas for improvement
  • Reflects on the ways in which digital systems and tools are used, or could be used, to achieve work goals

Unit Mapping Information

Code and title 

current version 

Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

BSBMGT516 Facilitate continuous improvement

BSBMGT516C Facilitate continuous improvement

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

 

Assessment requirements

Modification History

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with BSB Business Services Training Package Version 1.0.

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to establish systems and processes for continuous improvement that:

  • facilitate effective contributions to and communications about continuous improvement processes and outcomes
  • address sustainability requirements
  • incorporate mentoring, coaching and other support to enable people to participate effectively in continuous improvement processes
  • capture insights, experiences and ideas for improvements and incorporate them into the organisation’s knowledge management systems and future planning.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

Knowledge Evidence

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

  • explain how systems and procedures can support effective continuous improvement
  • explain how continuous improvement systems and processes relate to other business systems and requirements including, knowledge management, quality, performance management and sustainability.

Assessment Conditions

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in the management and leadership field of work and include access to:

  • relevant workplace documentation and resources
  • case studies and, where possible, real situations
  • interaction with others.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=11ef6853-ceed-4ba7-9d87-4da407e23c10