Dip Project Management
Dip Project Management
Dip Project Management
BSB51407
Diploma of Project Management
1 Prospect Place
WEST PERTH WA 6005
Tel: (08) 9229 5200 Fax: (08) 9227 8393
Email: sales.westone@trainingwa.wa.go.au
Website: www.westone.wa.gov.au
Acknowledgements
This work has been produced with the assistance of funding provided by the Council of
Australian Governments (COAG) National Reform Initiative (NRI).
This resource contains Units of Competency from the BSB07 Business Services Training
Package BSB51407 Diploma of Project Management Commonwealth of Australia 2007
Department of Education Science and Training (DEST), used under the AEShareNet-FfE
licence.
Disclaimer
Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this
RPL Assessment Tool Kit, no guarantee can be given that all errors and omissions have been
excluded. No responsibility for loss occasioned to any person acting or refraining from action as
a result of the material in this RPL Assessment Tool Kit can be accepted by the Western
Australian Department of Training and Workforce Development.
Contents
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Assessment Tool Kit
PART 1
Section 1 Assessors Information
Introduction
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Qualification Rules
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Assessor's Instructions
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Assessors Instructions
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Practical tasks
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Cluster 1 Scope, time, cost and quality: Project integration and the
constraints of a project
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Demonstration/Observation Checklist
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Demonstration/Observation Checklist
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Demonstration/Observation Checklist
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PART 2
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Supporting Documentation
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Evidence Matrix
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Evidence Matrix
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Candidate Enquiry
Candidates Information
Form
STEP 1
Candidate
Self-Evaluation
STEP 2
Interview and
Questioning
STEP 3
Demonstration/
Observation of
Practical Tasks
STEP 4
Gap Training
(if required)
Supporting
Evidence/Third Party
Report
(If required)
Issue Qualification
Statement of Attainment
By RTO
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PART 1
Section 1
Assessors Information
It is important that you complete both Sections 3 (Interview/Questioning) and 4 (Practical
Tasks) when completing RPL assessment using this kit.
The RPL process is a streamlined process which does not rely solely on documentary
evidence. It uses a combination of questioning, practical assessment and supporting evidence
to provide evidence of the candidates competence.
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Introduction
Welcome to the BSB51407 Diploma of Project Management.
This RPL Assessment Tool Kit contains nine (9) core units of competency.
It is simply set out, with a covering comprehensive list of instructions at the front of each
document, as well as covering instructions for each step of the process, as found in the notes
for the Assessor, and notes for the candidate.
Included in this kit are the following documents:
Assessors Information
Candidates Information
Mapping documents for all the units of competency included in this kit.
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Interview Question Bank and Recording Sheets (Section 3): The interview question
bank is the second stage of the process, in which the Assessor and the candidate confirm
the knowledge by discussing a series of questions. Each of these questions includes a
series of Key Points, which may assist the Assessor in guiding the discussions.
b)
Practical Tasks and Observation Recording Sheets (Section 4): These tools are
designed to guide the Assessor and candidate through a workplace observation, proving
the candidates ability to conduct the specific tasks and skills required for recognition of
competence in the particular area.
c)
Candidates Information and Self-Evaluation Forms (Section 5): This document is for
the candidate to assess their suitability for RPL process, by asking them to consider each
of the points and assessing their ability against the task. It has been broken into smaller
skill groups, clustering like activities together to enable ease of completion. It is then
reinforced by the candidates supervisors comments, both against tasks and as a
summary for each group. This serves as third party validation of the candidates claims.
d)
Third Party Report and Supporting Documentation (if applicable) (Section 6): The
third party verification report is provided for referees, for example the supervisor, to
confirm the candidates skills and experience in the qualification/occupation. This is
particularly useful in addressing employability skill requirements. It is important to note
that third party reports are not always available and it is recommended that Assessors use
their professional judgement to determine if this is a requirement.
List of supporting documentation (if applicable): A list of suggested industry specific
evidence or supporting documentation (in addition to the generic documentation) is
provided to assist the candidate in collecting evidence to support their application.
e)
Mapping Document (Section 7): This tool demonstrates how each of the documents
reflects the units of competency in the particular cluster.
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Section 2
List of competencies
in this
RPL Assessment Tool Kit
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Qualification Rules
BSB51407 Diploma of Project Management
Entry to qualifications and progression advice
The following information has been extracted from BSB07 Business Services Training Package.
Requirements
Successful completion of a total of nine (9) units of competency made up of:
Note:
There are no electives for BSB51407 Diploma of Project Management.
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Unit Title
Core/Elective
BSBPMG501A
Core
BSBPMG502A
Core
BSBPMG503A
Core
BSBPMG504A
Core
BSBPMG505A
Core
Unit Title
Core/Elective
BSBPMG506A
Core
BSBPMG507A
Core
BSBPMG508A
Core
BSBPMG509A
Core
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Section 3
Interview Question Bank
and Recording Sheets
This section contains questions the Assessor may ask the candidate while documenting
their conversation during the RPL interview.
Assessors Instructions
It is not intended that every question for each competency be asked or discussed during the
conversation. Only questions related to those competencies that the initial documentary review
has failed to fully address are required.
Each question provides key points to look for in the candidates responses. You may wish to
use these key points to formulate questions of your own, contextualise, or rephrase the
suggested questions to suit the candidates particular work situation.
On the Recording Sheets, place a tick next to each key point as it is addressed by the candidate
during the conversation. By doing this, you are recording what you have heard the candidate
say during the interview.
Use the Assessors Comments section next to each question to provide further details about the
context of the discussion or other key points and examples the candidate has discussed that
may be relevant in confirming competence.
It is important to remember that the notes taken during the questioning interview are important
evidence and should be retained as part of the candidates assessment records.
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Assessors name
Candidates name
Record of interview
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In the workplace
At an RTOs premises
Interview only
Name: ___________________________________
Name: ___________________________________
It is recommended that the interview be conducted in the workplace, allowing the candidate access to documents, equipment etc to support their
statements.
These key points exist as a guide only, and the Assessor is encouraged to expand on them where necessary to satisfy depth of underpinning
knowledge and skills.
The interview should allow the candidate to confirm their knowledge as identified by their Self-Evaluation against relevant units of competency.
The Assessor may use these questions to guide the interview ensuring that the candidate addresses the key points identified for each question.
Assessors Instructions
Cluster 1 Scope, time, cost and quality: Project integration and the constraints of a project
Question 2
Think about a time when you managed a
project. Explain what you included in the
project plan.
Where did you source information for the
project plan?
Question 1
List examples of score planning models
you have used.
Questions relating to
Cluster 1
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Cost: budget
Process mapping
Milestone plans
No
Yes
Units of competency
BSBPMG504A Manage project costs
BSBPMG505A Manage project quality
Units of competency
BSBPMG501A Manage application of project integrative processes
BSBPMG502A Manage project scope
BSBPMG503A Manage project time
Candidates name
Assessors Comments
Cluster 1 Scope, time, cost and quality: Project integration and the constraints of a project
Question 3
During the planning phase of the project
life cycle, explain what needed to be done
regarding scope, time, quality and cost.
In your response, cover the following (at
least):
Questions relating to
Cluster 1
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Endorsements/sign-off
Stakeholder engagement
Yes
No
Assessors Comments
Units of competency
BSBPMG504A Manage project costs
BSBPMG505A Manage project quality
Units of competency
BSBPMG501A Manage application of project integrative processes
BSBPMG502A Manage project scope
BSBPMG503A Manage project time
Candidates name
Cluster 1 Scope, time, cost and quality: Project integration and the constraints of a project
Question 5
Think of a project you have managed.
Explain what had to be monitored and
controlled throughout the project life cycle
and the methods used.
Note: Response only needs to refer to
cost, time, scope and quality.
Question 4
What processes did you use to monitor
and report on the project progress
throughout the project life cycle?
Questions relating to
Cluster 1
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Team meetings
Best practice
Client satisfaction
Yes
Units of competency
BSBPMG504A Manage project costs
BSBPMG505A Manage project quality
Units of competency
BSBPMG501A Manage application of project integrative processes
BSBPMG502A Manage project scope
BSBPMG503A Manage project time
Candidates name
No
Assessors Comments
Cluster 1 Scope, time, cost and quality: Project integration and the constraints of a project
Question 6
What tools have you used for developing
and monitoring budgets? How have you
monitored and reported cost blowouts
and obtained authorisation for permanent
variances to the budget?
Questions relating to
Cluster 1
spreadsheets
accounting software (MYOB,
QuickBooks)
organisational documents
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managing inputs
Yes
No
Assessors Comments
Units of competency
BSBPMG504A Manage project costs
BSBPMG505A Manage project quality
Units of competency
BSBPMG501A Manage application of project integrative processes
BSBPMG502A Manage project scope
BSBPMG503A Manage project time
Candidates name
Cluster 1 Scope, time, cost and quality: Project integration and the constraints of a project
Question 7
Think about a project you managed
recently. At project finalisation/closure,
how did you record improvements for
future projects? How was this information
stored?
Questions relating to
Cluster 1
project time
project human resources
project scope
project procurement
project quality
project risk
project communication
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project costs
calculator
Yes
Units of competency
BSBPMG504A Manage project costs
BSBPMG505A Manage project quality
Units of competency
BSBPMG501A Manage application of project integrative processes
BSBPMG502A Manage project scope
BSBPMG503A Manage project time
Candidates name
No
Assessors Comments
Cluster 1 Scope, time, cost and quality: Project integration and the constraints of a project
Question 8
Give examples of project finalisation
activities.
Questions relating to
Cluster 1
project time
project human resources
project scope
project procurement
project quality
project risk
project communication
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project costs
Assessors Comments
No
Yes
Units of competency
BSBPMG504A Manage project costs
BSBPMG505A Manage project quality
Units of competency
BSBPMG501A Manage application of project integrative processes
BSBPMG502A Manage project scope
BSBPMG503A Manage project time
Candidates name
Cluster 1 Scope, time, cost and quality: Project integration and the constraints of a project
Assessors name
Assessors signature
Units of competency
BSBPMG501A Manage application of project integrative processes
BSBPMG502A Manage project scope
BSBPMG503A Manage project time
Candidates name
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(Please circle)
Date
S
(Satisfactory)
Outcome
Units of competency
BSBPMG504A Manage project costs
BSBPMG505A Manage project quality
Cluster 1 Scope, time, cost and quality: Project integration and the constraints of a project
NYS
(Not Yet Satisfactory)
Assessors name
Candidates name
Record of interview
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In the workplace
At an RTOs premises
Interview only
Name: ____________________________________
Name: ____________________________________
It is recommended that the interview be conducted in the workplace, allowing the candidate access to documents, equipment etc to support their
statements.
These key points exist as a guide only, and the Assessor is encouraged to expand on them where necessary to satisfy depth of underpinning
knowledge and skills.
The interview should allow the candidate to confirm their knowledge as identified by their Self-Evaluation against relevant units of competency. The
Assessor may use these questions to guide the interview ensuring that the candidate addresses the key points identified for each question.
Assessors Instructions
Question 4
What methods have you used to
determine the effectiveness of a risk
Question 3
When managing projects, describe how
the risk management plans were
implemented and monitored against the
project management plans.
Question 2
Think of a project you have managed.
Discuss in detail what was involved in
developing risk management plans.
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No
Yes
Units of competency
BSBPMG508A Manage project risk
BSBPMG509A Manage project procurement
Question 1
When developing a risk management
plan, what risk management tools did you
use to determine project risks?
Questions relating to
Cluster 2
Units of competency
BSBPMG506A Manage project human resources
BSBPMG507A Manage project communications
Candidates name
Assessors Comments
Question 6
Describe in detail how you managed
project procurement from project start-up
to completion.
Question 5
When managing projects, how did you
capture lessons learned relating to:
risk management
communication management
procurement processes?
Project review process
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Identification of sources
Purchasing procedures
Authority levels
Yes
Assessors Comments
No
Units of competency
BSBPMG508A Manage project risk
BSBPMG509A Manage project procurement
management plan?
Questions relating to
Cluster 2
Units of competency
BSBPMG506A Manage project human resources
BSBPMG507A Manage project communications
Candidates name
Question 9
Describe the human resource
management (HRM) methods, techniques
Question 8
Describe methods you would use to
determine the effectiveness of
management plans for:
procurement
human resources
risk
communication.
Question 7
Think of projects you have managed.
How did you conduct contracting activities
in conjunction with the procurement
management plan?
Questions relating to
Cluster 2
Units of competency
BSBPMG506A Manage project human resources
BSBPMG507A Manage project communications
Candidates name
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Project reviews
Vendor selection
Evaluation of responses
Development of proposals/tenders
Yes
No
Units of competency
BSBPMG508A Manage project risk
BSBPMG509A Manage project procurement
Assessors Comments
Question 11
Describe the processes you have used to
determine training and development
needs for project team members.
Question 12
Think of projects you have worked on.
How was project-related information
collected, validated and distributed to
assist in decision-making throughout the
project life cycle?
Exception reports
Change requests
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Minutes of meetings
Delegation of authority
Analysis
Documentation
Identification of requirements
Role descriptions
Team plan
responsibilities
Yes
Assessors Comments
No
Units of competency
BSBPMG508A Manage project risk
BSBPMG509A Manage project procurement
Question 10
Describe how you have communicated
staff responsibilities, authority and
individual performance to team members.
Questions relating to
Cluster 2
Units of competency
BSBPMG506A Manage project human resources
BSBPMG507A Manage project communications
Candidates name
Question 14
Think of projects you have worked on.
What did you contribute to the
development and implementation of the
communications plans?
Question 13
Think of projects you have worked on.
How were the communication networks
established within the project?
Questions relating to
Cluster 2
Units of competency
BSBPMG506A Manage project human resources
BSBPMG507A Manage project communications
Candidates name
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Stakeholder networks
Client networks
No
Yes
Units of competency
BSBPMG508A Manage project risk
BSBPMG509A Manage project procurement
Assessors Comments
Assessors name
Assessors signature
Units of competency
BSBPMG506A Manage project human resources
BSBPMG507A Manage project communications
Candidates name
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NYS
(Not Yet Satisfactory)
(Please circle)
Date
S
(Satisfactory)
Outcome
Units of competency
BSBPMG508A Manage project risk
BSBPMG509A Manage project procurement
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Section 4
Practical Tasks
and
Observation
Recording Sheets
This section contains practical assessment tasks that the candidate will complete to
assist you in determining their skills and knowledge.
Assessors Instructions
Use the Observation Recording Sheets for each of the practical tasks to document the skills and
knowledge demonstrated by the candidate in completing each of the required tasks.
These practical tasks may be modified to suit the context of the candidates workplace, job role
or their work environment.
Not all tasks need to be completed. The Assessor should select only those tasks that will
provide the required evidence to prove competence by the candidate.
For a whole qualification it may be necessary to perform all tasks.
It is important to remember that the notes made by the Assessor during the observation of the
practical demonstration are important evidence and should be retained as part of the
candidates assessment records.
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Practical tasks
While performing the various practical tasks, it is important that the principles of Occupational
Health and Safety, and workplace safety requirements be met at all times.
Assessors need to ensure that the specification for materials/resources used in the practical
tasks are consistent with those in the critical aspects of evidence. (Refer to the Mapping of
Assessment Tools for more information.)
Cluster 1 Scope, time, cost and quality: Project integration and the
constraints of a project
Task 1 Managing the project constraints
The candidate is to demonstrate their ability to manage the constraints (scope, time, cost,
quality) of a typical project.
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Outline of task
For this task you are to demonstrate your ability to manage a project from project start-up to
completion while balancing the four constraints of a project scope, time, quality and cost.
You are required to gather documents and materials from a project you have worked on. With
your Assessor, talk through the documents, and demonstrate your knowledge and skills.
Examples of documentation include:
project plan
business case
project brief
project schedule
managed the scope, time, cost and quality throughout the project life cycle
mapped project activities showing timelines, resource allocation, key milestones, time
adjustments and reporting procedures
monitored and controlled the project schedule, quality, costs and scope
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received sign-off at agreed approval points throughout the project life cycle.
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Demonstration/Observation Checklist
Cluster 1 Scope, time, cost and quality: Project integration and the
constraints of a project
Task 1 Managing the project constraints
Candidates name
Assessors name
Supervisors name
(if applicable)
Work activity
Assessment location
Date of demonstration
Time
managing the scope, time, cost and quality throughout the project life cycle
mapping project activities showing timelines, resource allocation, key milestones, time
adjustments and reporting procedures
monitoring and controlling the project schedule, quality, costs and scope
receiving sign-off at agreed approval points throughout the project life cycle.
It is recommended that the Assessor take notes during the discussion. These notes can be
referred to later to determine if there are any gaps in the candidates evidence.
Resources required for this task
The candidate must have access to relevant workplace documents.
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Demonstrate tracking, monitoring and controlling the project with respect to the
scope of the project.
Demonstrate understanding the need for scope management in the context of the
project life cycle.
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No
Yes
Is
behaviour
observed?
Candidates name
Assessors Notes
Demonstration/Observation Checklist
Cluster 1 Scope, time, cost and quality: Project integration and the constraints of a project
Task 1 Managing the project constraints
Candidates signature
Assessors signature
Assessors name
Candidates name
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Date
(Please circle)
Outcome
NYS
(Not Yet Satisfactory)
S
(Satisfactory)
Demonstration/Observation Checklist
Cluster 1 Scope, time, cost and quality: Project integration and the constraints of a project
Task 1 Managing the project constraints
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Outline of task
For this task you are to demonstrate your ability to manage project risk from project start-up to
completion, including how you communicated risks to stakeholders when appropriate.
You will be assessed on your ability to:
With your Assessor, you are to talk through the documents, and demonstrate your knowledge
and skills.
Examples of documentation include:
status reports
lessons learned
communication plan
status reports.
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Demonstration/Observation Checklist
Cluster 2 Project human resources, communications, risk and
procurement
Task 2 Project risk and communication
Candidates name
Assessors name
Supervisors name
(if applicable)
Work activity
Assessment location
Time
Date of demonstration
Instructions for the Assessor
The Assessor is to explain to the candidate, before the meeting, what they may need to provide
in the way of evidence. A list of suggested project-related documents is provided. The Assessor
may like to refer the candidate to these instructions before the meeting.
The candidate needs to provide evidence that clearly demonstrates that they have successfully
managed projects.
The Assessor may need to ask the candidate questions regarding:
It is recommended that the Assessor take notes during the discussion. These notes can be
referred to later to determine if there are any gaps in the candidates evidence.
Resources required for this task
The candidate must have access to relevant workplace documents.
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No
Yes
Is
behaviour
observed?
Candidates name
Assessors Notes
Demonstration/Observation Checklist
Cluster 2 Project human resources, communications, risk and procurement
Task 2 Project risk and communication
Candidates signature
Assessors signature
Assessors name
Candidates name
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Date
(Please circle)
Outcome
NYS
(Not Yet Satisfactory)
S
(Satisfactory)
Demonstration/Observation Checklist
Cluster 2 Project human resources, communications, risk and procurement
Task 2 Project risk and communication
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Outline of task
For this task you are to demonstrate your ability to manage project human resources and
procurement from project start-up to completion.
You will be assessed on your ability to:
gather documents and materials from a project you have worked on.
With your Assessor, you are to talk through the documents, and demonstrate your knowledge
and skills.
Examples of documentation include:
resource sheets
stakeholder analysis
issue register
status reports
lessons learned
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status reports
exception reports
lessons learned.
managing and monitoring the engagement of vendors, subcontractors etc throughout the
project life cycle
managing and monitoring the purchasing of goods and services throughout the project life
cycle.
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Demonstration/Observation Checklist
Cluster 2 Project human resources, communications, risk and
procurement
Task 3 Project HR and procurement
Candidates name
Assessors name
Supervisors name
(if applicable)
Work activity
Assessment location
Date of demonstration
Time
managing and monitoring the engagement of vendors, subcontractors, etc throughout the
project life cycle
managing and monitoring the purchasing of goods and services throughout the project life
cycle.
It is recommended that the Assessor take notes during the discussion. These notes can be
referred to later to determine if there are any gaps in the candidates evidence.
Resources required for this task
The candidate must have access to relevant workplace documents.
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No
Yes
Is
behaviour
observed?
Candidates name
Assessors Notes
Demonstration/Observation Checklist
Cluster 2 Project human resources, communications, risk and procurement
Task 3 Project HR and procurement
Candidates signature
Assessors signature
Assessors name
Candidates name
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Date
(Please circle)
Outcome
NYS
(Not Yet Satisfactory)
S
(Satisfactory)
Demonstration/Observation Checklist
Cluster 2 Project human resources, communications, risk and procurement
Task 3 Project HR and procurement
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PART 2
Section 5
Candidates Information
and
Self-Evaluation Forms
It is recommended that candidates be provided with this information before applying for RPL.
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reduce or eliminate the need for any training in skills and knowledge you already have
save time by not needing to attend any or a reduced number of classes and completing
unnecessary work
save money because you will not have to buy textbooks and other learning material
Competence
Competence is the demonstration of skills and knowledge that you have gained through life and
work experiences as well as any training that you have successfully completed that can be
matched against a set of industry performance standards referred to as units of competency.
These units are grouped together to form a specific industry qualification, within the Australian
Quality Training Framework (AQTF).
Each unit of competency is divided into elements (a set of activities that lead to an overall
achievement or demonstration of competence). Each of these elements is further broken down
into a set of performance criteria which give a more detailed description of the skills and
knowledge you need to be able to demonstrate.
Matching your evidence against each of the elements/performance criteria will help you to reach
your qualification more quickly.
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Your Assessor will ask you to talk about your work roles and your employment history.
Bring a copy of your rsum. You might like to write down any work you have done in the
past (paid or unpaid) and where this took place.
2.
If you have certificates from any training courses you have completed, bring along either
certified copies or the originals to the interview with the Assessor and they can make a
copy of them.
3.
Bring along any other documentation that you think would support your claim that you
have done this work over time.
The following is a list of some of the documents you can provide as examples of your
work history:
brief CV
certificates/results of assessment
any licences
industry awards
any other documentation that may demonstrate your trade or industry experience or
support your claim.
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Depending on where you have worked and what the work may have included, you may or
may not have documentary evidence. Do not be put off if you do not have documentary
evidence, as the Assessor will work with you during the assessment process.
4.
Think about whom you would consider to be your workplace contact or referee.
Is your employer happy to support your aim to become qualified?
Would you feel comfortable if the Assessor contacted your current workplace or previous
workplace/s to validate your skills and spoke to your supervisor/s or employer/s?
5.
You will need to supply the contact details of work referees who can confirm your skills in
the industry.
Think about whom the best person to confirm your skill level would be.
Think about current or recent supervisors or employers who have observed your work and
who would be able to confirm your previous work skills and experience. The Assessor will
need to contact them.
6.
You can speak with your Assessor about other ways you can show your skills for the trade
or industry in which you are seeking recognition.
These could include letters from employers, records of any training courses or
professional development sessions attended, employers or clients in related industries or
government agencies, acknowledgements, workplace forms (as long as there are no
confidentiality issues see below) or any other relevant documents.
Confidentiality issues
It is important that sensitive information is not included as part of your Supporting
Documentation (as identified in Section 6 and any other documentation you wish to use as
evidence). You may need authorisation from your supervisor to use some of your evidence, so it
is always best to check the privacy and confidentiality policies of the organisation. Client names
should be deleted and financial figures or other personal details should be blacked out and
made unidentifiable.
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Step 1
Self-Evaluation
Depending on the trade or industry you have worked in, you may or may
not have documentary evidence available. This should not deter you
from seeking RPL, as your Assessor will work with you throughout the
RPL process.
You will also need to supply the contact details of work referees who
can confirm your skills in the industry.
By asking your manager/leader to complete their part of your
self-evaluation, they will be providing valuable evidence confirming the
work experience, skills and knowledge you have demonstrated in the
performance of your work duties.
You will also be provided with a list of suggested evidence that you
could use to demonstrate that you are competent in a particular unit or
units of competency. This list is a guide only. If you have other suitable
evidence to support your claim for RPL then you are encouraged to
share this with your Assessor.
If you do not believe that you have any suitable evidence, then you
should discuss your options with your Assessor.
Once you have completed the self-evaluation and made the decision
that you would like to continue with the RPL process, make an
appointment for an interview and enrol for RPL.
Note: It is possible to gain RPL for an entire qualification.
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Step 3 Practical
demonstration
of your skills
Step 4 Provision
of further
supporting
evidence
Your Assessor will need to confirm your previous work experience with
someone (such as your supervisor or employer) who can vouch for your
skills over a period of time.
They will contact the referees you have provided as part of the
candidate information.
Your Assessor may ask you to give your selected workplace contacts or
previous employers the Third Party report to complete. Authentication of
these reports by the Assessor would then be required.
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Personal details
Surname
First name/s
Any other name/s used
Home address
Postal address
(if different from above)
Telephone numbers
Home:
Work:
Mobile:
Fax:
Email address
Are you a permanent
resident of Australia?
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Will you need special aids if you are required to undertake a practical
assessment?
Yes
No
Yes
No
year/s
Yes
month/s
No
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If yes, list some of the main tasks you perform as part of your work that you think are relevant
to your RPL application.
If you have further recent industry experience relevant to your application, please attach another sheet or your
current rsum.
Rate your knowledge and skills against the qualification/industry relevant to your RPL
application.
Industry area: Project Management
Yes
No
Possibly
Further training
I have attended training courses in this area of work.
If yes, what training did you undertake? Include date
training completed (month, year).
Is there any further information you wish to give in support of your application?
Professional referees (relevant to work situation if not already listed on your rsum)
Name
Position
Organisation
Address of organisation
Phone number
Mobile number
Email address
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Professional referees (relevant to work situation if not already listed on your rsum)
Name
Position
Organisation
Address of organisation
Phone number
Mobile number
Email address
Period of employment
(DD/MM/YYYY)
From
Full-time
Part-time
Casual
Position/s
held
To
Description
of major duties
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Declaration
I declare that the information contained in this application is true and correct and that all
documents are genuine.
Candidates signature
Date
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well
very well
Well
Frequently
Never
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Not Well
Sometimes
Competency/Task
not well
Well
Not Well
Evaluation
Supervisor
Identify your level of experience in performing each competency/task by using the following:
Doc
No.
(Number and name the document you are providing for easy reference)
Documentation provided
If this self-evaluation is being used only so that you and your assessor can decide if you should proceed, then it doesnt have to be verified.
NB: If this self-evaluation is being used as evidence, your supervisor must evaluate your ability to perform the work tasks. Your supervisor is also
asked to comment on your ability to perform these work tasks and verify this by signing each section.
Complete the following pages and identify your capacity to perform the tasks described. Be honest in your appraisal. By completing this self-evaluation
you will be identifying the areas where you may be able to apply for recognition.
The purpose of completing the Self-Evaluation Form is to enable candidates who believe that they already possess the competencies, to assess their
skills and knowledge against the qualification.
Completion instructions
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Competency/Task
Cluster 1
Sometimes
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Never
Date completed
Supervisors
Evaluation
Doc
No.
Documentation provided
(Number and name the document you are providing for easy reference)
Units of competency
BSBPMG504A Manage project costs
BSBPMG505A Manage project quality
I have performed these tasks
Frequently
Units of competency
BSBPMG501A Manage application of project integrative processes
BSBPMG502A Manage project scope
BSBPMG503A Manage project time
Candidates name
Cluster 1 Scope, time, cost and quality: Project integration and the constraints of a project
Candidates Self-Evaluation
9.
Frequently
Never
Sometimes
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Date
Supervisors signature
Position
Supervisors name
Documentation provided
Units of competency
BSBPMG504A Manage project costs
BSBPMG505A Manage project quality
Date completed
Supervisors comments (Please provide a comment on the candidates ability to perform the above work task/s.)
8.
Competency/Task
Cluster 1
Units of competency
BSBPMG501A Manage application of project integrative processes
BSBPMG502A Manage project scope
BSBPMG503A Manage project time
Candidates name
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Competency/Task
Cluster 2
Units of competency
BSBPMG506A Manage project human resources
BSBPMG507A Manage project communications
Candidates name
Frequently
Sometimes
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Never
(Number and name the document you are providing for easy reference)
Documentation provided
Units of competency
BSBPMG508A Manage project risk
BSBPMG509A Manage project procurement
Date completed
Candidates Self-Evaluation
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Date
Supervisors signature
Position
Supervisors name
Supervisors comments (Please provide a comment on the candidates ability to perform the above work task/s.)
Section 6
Third Party Report
and
Supporting Documentation
It is recommended that the Assessor verify the third party report with the person who
completes the form to confirm the candidates skills in different contexts over time.
This information may be provided at, and form part of, the interview.
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All people who verify your work are to complete the details below to ensure validity. (You may
need multiple copies of this form.)
independently by referee
Interview conducted by
(if applicable)
Date of interview
As part of the assessment for the Diploma of Project Management, the
candidate requires evidence from a third party (employer, supervisor
or equivalent). This evidence will be used to validate the candidates
skills and experience.
A letter of support from the organisation validating a range of tasks
performed by the candidate over a period of time is useful in
identifying competence.
Instructions
No
If you would like further information or would like to discuss any of the above, I can be contacted
on ____________________________________ (insert phone number).
Yours sincerely
Signature: ________________________________ Date: ________________________
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Supporting Documentation
The following tables provide a guide of additional evidence sources to support your claim for
Recognition of Prior Learning. If you have other evidence, you are encouraged to provide this to
your Assessor.
If you do not have all this evidence, you are not excluded from applying for recognition and you
should discuss options with your Assessor.
If you are providing documents as evidence then it is a good idea to number each document for
easy identification. Place the number of the relevant document against the evidence listed
below.
Candidates name
Date
Project charter
2.
3.
4.
5.
Issues register
6.
Status reports
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
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Document
number
Candidates name
Date
20.
21.
Communication plan
22.
23.
24.
25.
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Document
number
Candidates name
Date
Competency
demonstrated
Other evidence
Third Party
Report
Unit Title
Practical
Unit Code
Questions
Evidence collected
Core units
BSBPMG501A
Yes
No
BSBPMG502A
Yes
No
BSBPMG503A
Yes
No
BSBPMG504A
Yes
No
BSBPMG505A
Yes
No
BSBPMG506A
Yes
No
BSBPMG507A
Yes
No
BSBPMG508A
Yes
No
BSBPMG509A
Yes
No
Assessors signature
Assessors name
Date
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Section 7
Mapping of
Assessment Tools
This section contains tables with mapping of each of the Assessment Tools provided, against
the requirements of the units of competency for the qualification that makes up this RPL
Assessment Tool Kit.
It is important to note that this section is used for validation purposes only.
Whilst all effort is made to ensure that all the unit requirements for each unit are covered, the
developers do not give any warranty nor accept any liability in relation to the mapping provided.
Note: It is recommended that these Assessment Tools be validated prior to using them
for the first time or after any customisation has been made, to ensure they meet the
requirements of the organisation and meet AQTF Standards.
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Performance criteria
3.1
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2.3
1.5
1.4
2.2
1.3
1.2
2.1
1.1
Q5
Q5
Q2, 3
Q5
Q3
Q2
Q2
Q2, 3
Q2
Question
Practical Tasks
Supplementary
Evidence
Units of competency
BSBPMG504A Manage project costs
BSBPMG505A Manage project quality
Element
Units of competency
BSBPMG501A Manage application of project integrative processes
BSBPMG502A Manage project scope
BSBPMG503A Manage project time
Cluster 1 Scope, time, cost and quality: Project management and the constraints of a project
The evidence matrix below identifies how each of the questions in the Interview Question Bank (Section 3) and the Practical Tasks (Section 4)
demonstrate competence against the elements, performance criteria and critical aspects of evidence, underpinning skills, knowledge, and dimensions of
competency (Task Skill TS, Task Management Skill TMS, Contingency Management Skill CS, Job Role Environment JRE).
Evidence Matrix
Performance criteria
3.4
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Teamwork and communication skills to lead the project team and deal
with stakeholders
3.3
Required skills
Required knowledge
3.2
Q1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Q1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Q1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Q7, 8
Q7, 8
Q4
Question
Units of competency
BSBPMG504A Manage project costs
BSBPMG505A Manage project quality
Element
Units of competency
BSBPMG501A Manage application of project integrative processes
BSBPMG502A Manage project scope
BSBPMG503A Manage project time
Cluster 1 Scope, time, cost and quality: Project management and the constraints of a project
Practical Tasks
Supplementary
Evidence
3.3
3.4
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2.4
3.2
2.3
2.2
3.1
1.2
2.1
Performance criteria
Q1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Q7, 8
Q4
Q5
Q2
Q2
Q2
Q2
Q2
Q6
Q6
Question
Practical Tasks
Supplementary
Evidence
Units of competency
BSBPMG504A Manage project costs
BSBPMG505A Manage project quality
1.1
Element
Units of competency
BSBPMG501A Manage application of project integrative processes
BSBPMG502A Manage project scope
BSBPMG503A Manage project time
Cluster 1 Scope, time, cost and quality: Project management and the constraints of a project
Performance criteria
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Q1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Question
Units of competency
BSBPMG504A Manage project costs
BSBPMG505A Manage project quality
Required skills
Required knowledge
Element
Units of competency
BSBPMG501A Manage application of project integrative processes
BSBPMG502A Manage project scope
BSBPMG503A Manage project time
Cluster 1 Scope, time, cost and quality: Project management and the constraints of a project
Practical Tasks
Supplementary
Evidence
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3.2
2.4
2.3
3.1
1.4
2.2
1.3
1.2
2.1
Performance criteria
Q7, 8
Q7, 8
Q2
Q4, 5
Q5
Q4, 5
Q3
Q1
Q3
Q2
Question
Practical Tasks
Supplementary
Evidence
Units of competency
BSBPMG504A Manage project costs
BSBPMG505A Manage project quality
1.1
Element
Units of competency
BSBPMG501A Manage application of project integrative processes
BSBPMG502A Manage project scope
BSBPMG503A Manage project time
Cluster 1 Scope, time, cost and quality: Project management and the constraints of a project
Performance criteria
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Q1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7
Q1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7
Q1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7
Question
Units of competency
BSBPMG504A Manage project costs
BSBPMG505A Manage project quality
Required skills
Required knowledge
Element
Units of competency
BSBPMG501A Manage application of project integrative processes
BSBPMG502A Manage project scope
BSBPMG503A Manage project time
Cluster 1 Scope, time, cost and quality: Project management and the constraints of a project
Practical Tasks
Supplementary
Evidence
Required knowledge
3.2
3.3
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2.3
3.1
Select and use cost analysis methods and tools to identify cost
variations, evaluate options and recommend actions to a higher
project authority.
2.2
1.3
1.2
2.1
Performance criteria
Q4, 5, 6
Q4, 5, 6
Q7, 8
Q7, 8
Q7, 8
Q5, 6
Q5, 6
Q4, 5, 6
Q3
Q3
Q3
Question
Practical Tasks
Supplementary
Evidence
Units of competency
BSBPMG504A Manage project costs
BSBPMG505A Manage project quality
1.1
Element
Units of competency
BSBPMG501A Manage application of project integrative processes
BSBPMG502A Manage project scope
BSBPMG503A Manage project time
Cluster 1 Scope, time, cost and quality: Project management and the constraints of a project
Performance criteria
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Q4, 5, 6
Question
Units of competency
BSBPMG504A Manage project costs
BSBPMG505A Manage project quality
Required skills
Element
Units of competency
BSBPMG501A Manage application of project integrative processes
BSBPMG502A Manage project scope
BSBPMG503A Manage project time
Cluster 1 Scope, time, cost and quality: Project management and the constraints of a project
Practical Tasks
Supplementary
Evidence
2.3
2.4
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1.4
2.2
1.3
1.2
2.1
1.1
Performance criteria
Q5
Q5
Q5
Q4, 5
Q2, 3
Q2, 3
Q2, 3
Q1, 2
Question
Practical Tasks
Supplementary
Evidence
Element
Units of competency
Units of competency
Cluster 1 Scope, time, cost and quality: Project management and the constraints of a project
3.2
3.3
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3.1
Required knowledge
Performance criteria
Q1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8
Q1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8
Q7, 8
Q4
Q4
Question
Element
Units of competency
Units of competency
Cluster 1 Scope, time, cost and quality: Project management and the constraints of a project
Practical Tasks
Supplementary
Evidence
Required skills
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Performance criteria
Q1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8
Question
Practical Tasks
Supplementary
Evidence
Element
Units of competency
Units of competency
Cluster 1 Scope, time, cost and quality: Project management and the constraints of a project
1.5
1.4
2.2
1.3
1.2
2.1
1.1
Performance criteria
Q9, 11
Q9, 10
Q9
Q9, 10
Q9
Q9, 10
Q9
Question
Practical Tasks
Supplementary
Evidence
Element
Units of competency
Units of competency
The evidence matrix below identifies how each of the questions in the Interview Question Bank (Section 3) and the Practical Tasks (Section 4)
demonstrate competence against the elements, performance criteria and critical aspects of evidence, underpinning skills, knowledge, and dimensions
of competency (Task Skill TS, Task Management Skill TMS, Contingency Management Skill CS, Job Role Environment JRE).
Evidence Matrix
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6
3.1
2.3
Performance criteria
Q9, 10, 11
Q5, 8, 9
Q5, 8, 9
Q5, 8, 9
Q9, 10
Q9, 10, 11
Q9, 10
Q9, 11
Question
Practical Tasks
Element
Units of competency
Units of competency
Supplementary
Evidence
Required skills
Required knowledge
Performance criteria
Q9, 10, 11
Q9, 10, 11
Question
Practical Tasks
Supplementary
Evidence
Element
Units of competency
Units of competency
2.3
2.4
2.2
1.3
1.2
2.1
1.1
Element 1 Plan
communications processes
Performance criteria
Q12, 13
Q12, 13
Q12, 13
Q12, 13
Q13. 14
Q14
Q12, 13
Question
Practical Tasks
Element
Units of competency
Units of competency
Supplementary
Evidence
Required skills
Required knowledge
Element 3 Assess
communications management
outcomes
3.2
3.3
3.1
Performance criteria
Q12, 13, 14
Q12, 13, 14
Q12, 13, 14
Q5, 8
Q5, 8
Q5, 8
Question
Practical Tasks
Supplementary
Evidence
Element
Units of competency
Units of competency
2.3
1.4
2.2
1.3
1.2
2.1
1.1
Performance criteria
Q3
Q3
Q3
Q1, 2
Q1, 2
Q1, 2
Q1, 2
Question
Practical Tasks
Element
Units of competency
Units of competency
Supplementary
Evidence
Required skills
Required knowledge
3.2
3.1
Performance criteria
Q1, 2, 3
Q1, 2, 3
Q1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Q4, 5
Q4, 5
Question
Practical Tasks
Supplementary
Evidence
Element
Units of competency
Units of competency
2.3
2.2
3.1
1.2
2.1
1.1
Element 1 Determine
procurement requirements
Performance criteria
Q6,7
Q6
Q6, 7
Q6
Q6, 7
Practical Tasks
Q6
Question
Element
Units of competency
Units of competency
Supplementary
Evidence
5.3
5.2
4.3
4.2
5.1
3.3
4.1
3.2
Performance criteria
Supplementary
Evidence
Q5, 6, 8
Q6, 7
Q6, 7
Q6, 8
Q6, 7
Q6, 7
Q6
Practical Tasks
Q6, 7
Question
Element
Units of competency
Units of competency
Required skills
Required knowledge
Performance criteria
Q6, 7
Q6, 7
Q6, 7, 8
Question
Practical Tasks
Element
Units of competency
Units of competency
Supplementary
Evidence