BSBPMG541 Manage complex projects

Release: 1

BSBPMG541 Manage complex projects

Modification History

Release	Comments
Release 1	This version first released with BSB Business Services Training Package Version 7.0.

Application

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and manage projects which have been identified as complex in nature.

The unit applies to project managers who are involved in the management of complex projects.

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

Unit Sector

Business Competence – 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. Evaluate project complexity	1.1 Identify criteria for determining project as complex 1.2 Assess complexity of project against complexity of past projects, where possible 1.3 Undertake analysis of causes that may impede project success 1.4 Establish strategies and minimise causes for project failing
2. Assess complexities and establish procedures for managing complex projects	2.1 Assess project plan and implementation details, and communicate roles and responsibilities to team members 2.2 Identify and apply a range of tools and frameworks based on established complexity approaches and systems concepts 2.3 Develop action plan for minimising complexities 2.4 Identify any risks and potential risks and develop risk management strategies
3. Monitor and review complex projects	3.1 Identify and establish tools that assist in managing complex projects 3.2 Monitor the dimensions of complexity of project and project progress 3.3 Seek feedback from relevant stakeholders on project progress and project management skills 3.4 Incorporate feedback and develop actions for improving project progress and project management skills 3.5 Implement changes to project according to feedback received

Foundation Skills

This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance but not explicit in the performance criteria.

Skill	Description
Learning	Interprets, analyses and assesses textual and numerical information obtained from a wide range of sources and determines how content may be applied to a complex project situation
Numeracy	Interprets information to determine measurable dimensions of a complex project, such as time, cost, quality, objectives and performance Interprets numerical information to measure outcomes against objectives
Oral communication	Seeks relevant information and participates in verbal exchanges using clear language and appropriate non-verbal expression Uses active listening and questioning techniques to elicit views and opinions of others
Reading	Interprets, analyses and assesses textual and numerical information obtained from a wide range of sources and determines how content may be applied to complex projects
Writing	Develops and documents quality requirements for project plan Records results of quality audits according to organisational requirements
Teamwork	Selects and uses appropriate communication practices in a range of work contexts Collaborates with others to foster shared understanding of quality requirements
Initiative and enterprise	Takes responsibility for identifying and following policies, procedures and standards Takes initiative to improve policies, procedures and standards in relation to complex projects
Planning and organising	Sequences and schedules complex activities, monitors actions against goals, adjusting plans and resources where necessary Uses analytical skills to review and evaluate process and decide on future improvements
Problem solving	Identifies a symptom from a cause Applies relevant analysis tools to aid the identification of actual causes
Self-management	Understands self-limits and seeks advice from mentors to further development of competencies, skills and techniques Conducts investigations in a professional and respectful manner
Technology	Identifies tools and technologies to assist in the identification and implementation of ongoing monitoring of complex projects Uses digital applications to access, organise, integrate and share relevant information in effective ways

Unit Mapping Information

No equivalent unit. New unit.

Links

Companion Volume Implementation Guide is found on VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=11ef6853-ceed-4ba7-9d87-4da407e23c10