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This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Investigate funding opportunities for project

1.1 Determine the scope and funding needs of project

1.2 Calculate optimum funding arrangements

1.3 Research potential funding sources and the activities they support, eligibility and selection processes

2. Develop a funding proposal

2.1 Summarise the proposed project, the purpose of funding and the amount sought

2.2 Determine project timelines and budget breakdown

2.3 Prepare funding documentation

2.4 Collate additional materials and testimonials to support request for funding

2.4 Arrange an independent review of funding proposal and seek tax and regulatory advice where necessary

2.5 Prepare return on investment information for potential investors

3. Pitch project and funding request

3.1 Plan and document presentation approach and intended outcomes

3.2 Choosepresentation strategies, format and delivery methodsthat match thecharacteristicsof the target audience

3.3 Selectpresentation aids, materialsandtechniquesthat suit the format and purpose of the presentation

3.4 Present proposal using persuasive communication techniques to secure audience interest

3.5 Respond to audience questions on central ideas and concepts

3.6 Evaluate presentation to identify strengths and weaknesses to inform subsequent presentations

4. Examine terms and conditions of potential funding

4.1 Review funding agreement and clarify terms and conditions of funding

4.2 Ascertain reporting requirements

4.3 Establish processes to monitor compliance and report project progress

Skill 

Performance  Criteria 

Description 

Learning

3.6

• Uses self-evaluation to identify opportunities to improve own skills

Reading

1.1-1.3, 2.4, 4.1

• Recognises and interprets textual information to determine and define requirements
• Organises, evaluates and critiques ideas and information from a number of sources

Writing

2.1, 2.3, 2.5, 3.1, 3.4, 4.3

• Uses specialised language to covey and request detailed information, and grammatical structure to support the purpose and document format

Oral Communication

2.4, 3.4, 3.5

• Elicits the view and opinion of others by using listening and questioning techniques
• Uses industry related and specific terminology to present information suitable to audience and environment

Numeracy

1.2, 2.2, 2.3, 2.5, 4.1

• Uses mathematical skills to estimate and develop structured funding plans

Navigate the world of work

2.4, 4.2, 4.3

• Takes responsibility for meeting legal, regulatory and compliance requirements

Interact with others

2.4, 3.4, 3.5

• Follows accepted communication practices and protocols
• Uses effective interpersonal skills to build rapport, present concepts and seek feedback

Get the work done

1.1, 1.3, 2.2-2.4, 3.1-3.3, 4.1-4.3

• Plans and prioritises a range of tasks to achieve outcomes efficiently and in a timely manner
• Uses problem solving techniques to analyse factors and make decisions about funding sources and proposals
• Uses appropriate digital tools and technologies to access, enter and present information

Code and title  

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Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

CUAFIM501 Source funding for projects

CUSFIM501A Secure funding for projects

Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages.

Title changed.

Elements and performance criteria rewritten to clarify unit outcomes.

Not equivalent

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0.