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Business Services Training Unit of Competency Manage personal work priorities and professional development BSBWOR501B Unit Descriptor This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manage own performance and professional development. Particular emphasis is on setting and meeting priorities, analysing information and using a range of strategies to develop further competence. Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills. Application of the Unit This unit applies to managers and focuses on the need for managers to be organised, focussed and skilled in order to effectively manage the work of others. As such, it is an important unit for most managers, particularly as managers serve as role models and have a significant influence on the work culture and patterns of behaviour. Competency Field Management and Leadership - Management SUITABLE FOR BSBWOR501
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Business Services Training

Unit of Competency Manage personal work priorities and professional development

BSBWOR501B

Unit Descriptor

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manage own performance and professional development. Particular emphasis is on setting and meeting priorities, analysing information and using a range of strategies to develop further competence.

Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.

Application of the Unit

This unit applies to managers and focuses on the need for managers to be organised, focussed and skilled in order to effectively manage the work of others. As such, it is an important unit for most managers, particularly as managers serve as role models and have a significant influence on the work culture and patterns of behaviour.

Competency Field Management and Leadership - Management

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BSBWOR501

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Manage personal work priorities and professional development This book supports BSBWOR501B Manage personal work priorities and professional development in the Business Services Training Package. © Kerry Aldridge, August 2015

Author: Kerry Aldridge

ISBN 978-1-922012-97-5

Disclaimer All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, scanning, recording, or any information storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing from the publisher, Software Publications Pty Ltd. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this book, the publisher and the authors assume no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. These learning materials have been prepared for use as part of a structured vocational education and training course and should only be used within that context. The information contained herein was correct at the time of preparation. Legislation and case law is subject to change and readers need to inform themselves of the current law at the time of reading.

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Published and printed in Australia

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Performance Criteria 

 

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Performance Criteria 

Unit Competencies 

Competency Element 

Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. 

Performance Criteria 

Performance Criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the Element. Where bold text is used, further information is detailed in the Required Skills and Knowledge and/or Range Statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the Evidence Guide. 

1 Establish personal work goals 

1.1 Serve as a positive role model in the workplace through personal work planning and organisation 

1.2 Ensure personal work goals, plans and activities reflect the organisation’s plans, and personal responsibilities and accountabilities 

1.3 Measure and maintain personal performance in varying work conditions, work contexts and contingencies 

2 Set and meet own work priorities 

2.1 Take initiative to prioritise and facilitate competing demands to achieve personal, team and organisational goals and objectives 

2.2 Use technology efficiently and effectively to manage work priorities and commitments 

2.3 Maintain appropriate work–life balance, and ensure stress is effectively managed and health is attended to 

3 Develop and maintain professional competence 

3.1 Assess personal knowledge and skills against competency standards to determine development needs, priorities and plans 

3.2 Seek feedback from employees, clients and colleagues and use this feedback to identify and develop ways to improve competence 

3.3 Identify, evaluate, select and use development opportunities suitable to personal learning style/s to develop competence 

3.4 Undertake participation in networks to enhance personal knowledge, skills and work relationships 

3.5 Identify and develop new skills to achieve and maintain a competitive edge 

 

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  Performance Criteria 

 

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Required Skills and Knowledge 

This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.  

These skills must be assessed as part of this unit 

communication skills to receive, analyse and report on feedback 

literacy skills to interpret written and verbal information about workplace requirements 

organisational skills to set and achieve priorities 

This knowledge must be assessed as part of this unit 

principles and techniques involved in the management and organisation of: 

performance measurement 

personal behaviour, self‐awareness and personality trait identifications 

personal development plan 

personal goal‐setting 

time management 

management development opportunities and options for self 

organisation’s policies, plans and procedures 

types of learning style/s and how they relate to the individual 

types of work methods and practices that can improve personal performance 

   

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Performance Criteria 

 

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Range Statement 

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.  

Own responsibilities and accountabilities may include: 

expectations of workplace performance as expressed in a performance plan 

outputs as expressed in position descriptions or duty statements 

statement of conduct outlining an individual’s responsibilities/actions/ performance 

Technology may include: 

computerised systems and software, databases, project management and word processing 

electronic diary 

personal digital assistant (PDA) 

Competency standards may include: 

enterprise‐specific units of competency consistent with work requirements 

nationally endorsed units of competency consistent with work requirements 

Clients and colleagues may be: 

colleagues at the same level and more senior managers 

internal or external customers 

people from a wide range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities 

team members 

Development opportunities may include: 

action learning 

coaching 

exchange/rotation 

induction 

mentoring 

shadowing 

structured training programs 

   

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  Performance Criteria 

 

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Evidence Guide 

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.  

 

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency  

Evidence of the following is essential:  

systems and processes (electronic or paper‐based) used to organise and prioritise tasks, which show how work is managed 

personal development plan, with career objectives and an action plan 

 

Context of and specific resources for assessment  

Assessment must ensure:  

access to appropriate documentation and resources normally used in the workplace 

Method of assessment  

 

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:  

analysis of responses to case studies and scenarios 

direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on‐the‐job performance by the candidate 

observation of presentations 

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of work methods and practices that can improve personal performance 

review of personal work goals, plans and activities 

evaluation of work‐life balance 

review of documentation assessing personal knowledge and skills against competency standards 

 

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Successful leadership  Establish personal work goals 

  

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Successful leadership 

 With any style of leadership, it is the team members’ willingness to follow the leader’s directions that counts.   A good leader recognises that there are times when a balance of styles works more effectively than any single style.     Shared/participative and empowering leaders are more likely to have highly motivated employees working with them. High levels of interaction, encouragement and support offered by these leaders increases motivation levels.  Positive reinforcement and recognition for accomplishments raises the self‐esteem of members and enhances commitment.  

Positive reinforcement  

Leaders should be present to observe the action and respond immediately. 

Leaders should be aware that non‐verbal behaviours will impact the reinforcement. 

Positive reinforcement should be repeated consistently, using different methods. 

It is a mistake only to reinforce negatives. 

 The following chart outlines behaviours of successful leaders when practising positive leadership:  

DO  DON’T 

Encourage  Criticise 

Praise  Belittle 

Support  Use sarcasm 

Show respect  Be disrespectful 

Involve everyone  Involve only some 

Acknowledge achievements  Let achievements go unnoticed 

Actively listen  Be ignorant 

Emphasise strengths  Emphasise members’ weaknesses 

Inform  Keep people in the dark 

Persuade  Control 

 Leaders display:  

Self‐confidence 

Competence 

Intelligence 

Enthusiasm 

Honesty 

Ability 

Imagination 

Positive and highly ethical behaviours 

Patience and tolerance. 

 

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Establish personal work goals  Successful leadership 

  

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 Leaders are: 

Influential 

An inspiration to others 

Knowledgeable 

Consistent 

Change agents. 

 Leaders have: 

High energy levels 

Credibility 

An independent outlook 

Excellent communication and facilitation skills 

Extensive networks which are continually maintained and built upon 

A vision and the desire and ability to see it fulfilled (strong focus and commitment) 

A broader perspective 

People oriented focus. 

Behaviour and the leader  We all have preconceived ideas about what is appropriate and inappropriate behaviour in the workplace.  Everyone watches the behaviour of others, listens closely and determines what is acceptable or appropriate.  Behaviours displayed impact personal success and the success of others.  A leader’s behaviour has a direct affect on everyone within the organisation.    All leaders should display high standards of personal and professional conduct.  Behaviour is a response to the environment and leaders have a major influence on the workplace environment by reinforcing certain behaviours.  For example, if a leader only provides negative feedback, the environment will not be conducive to achieving positive results.  On the other hand, providing positive feedback will produce positive outcomes.    Leaders sometimes become role models for people within the organisation.  Role models are generally those respected for their integrity and behaviours.  They demonstrate values other people admire and aspire to.   Good leaders are agents for organisational cultural change, reflecting a dynamic leadership style. Such individuals generally have a detailed understanding of the organisation’s philosophies and culture, and are successful in their own right.  They also make excellent mentors and coaches.      

 

Task 3: What is a role model? 

Think of a person who you consider to be a positive role model. 

What are the attributes they display that demonstrate positive role modelling. 

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Personal work planning and organising  Establish personal work goals 

  

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Personal work planning and organising 

 To begin personal work planning and organisation, we need to understand the link between our role and the direction of the organisation.  The Board of Directors will set company direction and cascade goals and objectives down through all levels of the organisation.  Each level below will have goals and objectives with clear strategic alignment to the level above.  This way, each level’s objectives are linked both upwards and downwards.   Policy deployment by cascading objectives:  

  Company goals and objectives  5‐10+ years 

  ↓  

  Long‐term business plans  3‐5 years 

  ↓  

  Annual plan  1 year 

  ↓  

  Department plan  1 year 

  ↓  

  Team plan  1 year 

  ↓  

  Individual plan  1 year 

    

Responsibilities and accountabilities  Position descriptions and statements of conduct help clarify the accountabilities and responsibilities to be considered when planning work and establishing work goals.       

 

 

Task 4 

Source your position description/duty statement and any other documents outlining your performance responsibilities and accountabilities. 

List the responsibilities and accountabilities of your role. 

What is the difference between responsibility and accountability? 

 

  

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Establish personal work goals  Performance planning 

  

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Performance planning 

 

Performance management annual process: 

Set plan 

Objectives, targets and 

development opportunities 

  Review plan 

Regular informal feedback and 

formal reviews 

  Final review 

Review plan versus actual 

and final review discussion 

         

 Developing performance plans provides clear targets and measures to support the achievement of departmental and organisational goals and objectives.  Performance plans are generally the framework around which personal work goals are established.  Having clearly defined measures upfront allows progress to be tracked, highlighting successful achievement of targets or areas where improvement can be made.  If targets are not being met, countermeasures can be implemented after undertaking problem‐solving activities.  

Developing SMART Objectives  

S Specific 

Clear, unambiguous and easy‐to‐understand by those who are required to achieve them. 

   

M Measurable 

Setting targets that can be gauged by referring to a specific measure or measures. 

   

A Appropriate 

Expressing  specific  aims  that  an  employee  feels  can  realistically  be  achieved,  with 

some effort.  Out of reach but not out of sight. 

   

R Realistic 

Relevant to the person expected to meet them.  Enough control over work to meet targets. 

   

T Timely 

Set specific time frames for achievement of targets.  Times should not be open‐ended. 

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Performance planning  Establish personal work goals 

  

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Examples of “Action Verbs” to use when writing objectives:  

Develop  Create  Negotiate  Participate  Produce 

Design  Research  Respond  Initiate  Finalise 

Discuss  Report  Demonstrate  Resolve  Coordinate 

Identify  Plan  Implement  Commence  Write 

Improve  Return  Increase  Review  Monitor 

Reduce  Continue  Analyse  Communicate  Collate   

  

Individual Development Plan 

When developing individual plans, previous performance reviews, skills and capabilities and individual development opportunities should be taken into consideration.  These will be discussed in greater detail in section 3. 

Setting individual plans enables management and the individual to agree on expectations and objectives, based on business goals and objectives, while supporting the development of the individual.   

An individual development plan is generally reviewed annually and adjusted accordingly. 

 

 Refer to section 3 for continuation of content in relation to measuring and maintaining personal 

performance.  

 

 

 

 

Task 5 

Source the following documentation: 

Your organisation’s structure 

Company’s goals and objectives 

Your Department’s annual plan 

Your team’s annual plan 

Your performance plan 

Your individual development plan 

Can you see the clear links? 

 

 

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Developing and maintaining professional competence 

Develop and maintain professional competence 

 

  

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Developing and maintaining professional competence 

 

Competency is the specific ability to deliver successful performance.  Observable competencies include knowledge, skills and behaviour or attitude.  Less easily observable is how a person thinks, their motives, traits and values. 

Demonstration of competencies will depend on level and position, the nature of the job and the roles and responsibilities performed. 

There are a number of sources from which individuals can obtain feedback to identify gaps and support development: 

 

Performance and development review 

Formal 360 feedback report (receive and analyse feedback) 

Informal feedback from managers and/or peers 

Skill and competency audits  

Performance appraisals generally review the individual's performance against objectives and standards agreed at the start of each year.   Throughout the year, targets and key milestones are monitored and feedback provided, so there are no surprises at the final review.  Performance reviews can help identify if there are any skill gaps in the role. 

360 degree reviews involve receiving formal feedback from people who work closely with you.  Respondents can be peers, next level managers, direct reports, team members, customers, suppliers or anyone who is able to comment honestly on your performance.  Feedback is typically provided on a form showing job skills/abilities/attitudinal/behavioural criteria and some sort of scoring or value judgement system.  The receiver will also complete the same questions so a comparison can be reported.  360s help understand how you are perceived by others against how you benchmark yourself and identify potential areas for development. 

Feedback can also be sought on an informal basis from stakeholders, peers, direct reports and others who work closely with you.  Areas for future development can formally be documented in an individual development plan. 

Conducting self‐assessments on competencies and skills can also provide information around developmental opportunities.  Having your manager complete the same assessment can provide a second viewpoint and also provides a check as to your personal perceptions about your skill or competency level.  Results can be represented visually to assist in the identification of developmental opportunities (refer sample on page 45). 

 

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Develop and maintain professional competence  Developing and maintaining professional competence 

  

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Task 11 

Complete the skills audit in Appendix 2. 

 

   

 

Task 12 

Research and document at least one other type of skills assessment audit. 

 

Development Plan

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1.5

2

2.5

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3.5

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4.5

5Skill 1

Skill 2

Skill 3

Skill 4

Skill 5

Behviour 1

Behaviour 2

Behaviour 3

Behaviour 4

Behaviour 5

Self Rating Manager Rating

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Tips for receiving developmental feedback  Develop and maintain professional competence 

 

  

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Tips for receiving developmental feedback 

Take constructive feedback on board. 

Don’t argue or justify your position.  If you don’t agree with the feedback, you don’t need to take any action.  Not all feedback will be useful so make your own choices about how to use the feedback. 

Keep perspective.  Feedback is not a personal attack or insult, just an opportunity for further awareness and therefore further development. 

Don’t sulk or withdraw as a result of receiving feedback. 

Giving or receiving feedback, in particular job performance feedback, can be an emotional roller‐coaster if you let it be. Learn how to receive feedback gracefully, giving you the emotional headspace to learn and grow from the experience. 

 

   

 

Task 13 – Workplace Competencies  

Source a copy of the workplace specific competencies (if any) utilised in your organisation. 

If your workplace has no specified competency standards, access the following document: 

o http://www.businessballs.com/skillsetbehaviourset.pdf 

Gather evidence of feedback (i.e. performance review, 360 feedback, informal feedback) you have sought. 

 

 

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Develop and maintain professional competence  Principles of adult learning 

  

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 Principles of adult learning 

There are some rules that support the uptake of learning in any environment.  These rules are called “The Principles of Adult Learning” and can be found in most publications on adult learning approaches (in one form or another).  For adults to learn effectively, the information and skills must be presented applying these principles: 

Active participation 

 

 

 

 

 

 

When  individuals  are  actively  involved  in  their  learning,  there  is  greater 

learning and application.   Adults need active  involvement  in not only  the 

learning, but the planning and delivery of that learning.  Involvement may 

be physical, intellectual or emotional.  Adults learn best by “doing”. 

 

 

Holistic learning 

 

 

 

 

 

Adults  like  to  know  where  this  material  fits  in  relation  to  the  whole.  

Starting with the big picture, then dropping down into the specific details, 

provides context for the material. 

Meaningful and relevant 

 

 

 

 

 

Participants learn best when the material is relevant and can be utilised in 

practical  ways.    Adults  need  to  be  able  to  relate  to  the material  –  to 

identify  the  meaning  and  relevance  of  the material  to  them  and  their 

situation. 

 

Learners will ask, “How does this relate to me? To my organisation?  To my 

past  experience?    To my  present  concerns?    To my  future?   Why  is  it 

important that I know this?” 

Multi‐sensory learning 

 

 

 

 

 

Confucius says – 

I hear and I forget 

I see and I remember 

I do and I truly understand

By  using  a  variety  of  techniques  we  can  provide  visual,  auditory  and 

kinaesthetic input for more effective learning.  The more senses we employ 

in the learning process, the more effective the learning is likely to be. 

 

We  have  five  senses  – why  limit  learning  to  one  sense?    Instead,  use  a 

range of senses:   sight, sound, taste, smell and touch.   Using two or three 

senses  in  the  learning  experience  increases  the  learner’s  capacity  to 

understand and retain the material. 

 

Primacy and recency 

 

 

 

 

 

Tell  them what you are going  to  tell  them,  tell  them, and  tell  them what 

you have told them. 

 

Learners tend to remember more of the first and last parts of any session. 

 

 

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Feedback 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Individuals need feedback on their progress.   

 

The principle of needing information about performance applies equally to 

learners  as  well  as  those  supporting  the  learning  process.    Setting  up 

situations  so  that we  can  receive  information  on  performance  not  only 

models  the  ongoing  nature  of  learning,  but  also  illustrates,  in  a  very 

practical way, the respect we have for adults engaged in learning.

Reward 

 

 

 

 

Learners  respond differently  to  learning experiences, yet  they all need  to 

be  able  to  identify  the  benefits  and  value  of  the  experience.    These 

benefits  act  as  a  reward  for  the  work  learners  have  done  and  help 

motivate further learning. 

 

What constitutes a reward varies from person to person, and being aware 

of  individual  perceptions  of  “reward”  can  assist  in  stimulating  and 

encouraging them.

Over‐learning 

 

 

 

 

 

Learning  cannot  take  place  unless  opportunities  for  practice  and 

reinforcement  occur.    Learners  require  appropriate  time  and  the 

opportunity to practice and reflect on what they have learnt and apply this 

material to their workplace context. 

 

Retention  is  increased by frequent attempts to recall.   Learning programs 

should  provide  lots  of  opportunities  for  learners  to  recall  previously 

delivered information and skills.  Memory requires repetition (practice and 

recall) of material. 

 

 

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Networking  Develop and maintain professional competence 

 

  

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Networking 

 Networks are a powerful way to connect with or gain access to people for a variety of personal and professional reasons. The time and effort taken to build and maintain networks is a worthwhile exercise.   Networking allows access to information and people in an organisation and involves mutual sharing of information.  Many channels within an organisation are opened, when part of a network.  Effective managers have extensive networks and interact with employees at all levels of the organisation.  Most networks have their own norms and values.  Some may be aligned to the culture of the organisation and demand acceptable standards and behaviours.  Others may be informal, and a source to pick up on current issues, motivation levels and feelings.     Benefits of workplace networks: 

Provides a link to extensive communication channels 

Builds relationships based on honesty, respect, openness and trust 

Provides support and information sharing 

Assists with bridging gaps between areas within the organisation 

Increases knowledge of the dynamics of organisational culture 

Accurate gauge for morale levels (monitor networks closely in times of 

high excitement or insecurity) 

Opportunity to resolve potential problems before they occur   Personal benefits include: 

Part of an information loop 

Relationship‐building with the purpose of mutual support; 

Enhances reputation and credibility 

Advice and assistance when dealing with problems 

Provides a sounding board for your ideas and plans 

Reduces feelings of isolation 

People will seek advice and input when they understand your 

role and strengths, enhancing capacity to influence others 

 

 

Tips for cultivating a network: 

Introduce yourself to colleagues 

Make eye contact and maintain a pleasant facial expression 

Introduce yourself without fanfare 

Ask lots of questions 

Keep a log of your networking activities 

Raise your visibility (join cross‐organisational teams) 

Stay professional and keep a positive attitude 

 

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Task 17 

Identify the networks you are part of. 

Consider how you could extend your workplace networks. 

 

 

   

 

Revision Questions  

 

1   Where are you able to source feedback to support professional development? 

2   What does the term competency mean? 

3   Why should you consider the principles of adult learning when developing new skills, knowledge or competencies? 

4   What are the four (4) PART learning styles and their key learning attributes? 

5   Why are networks an important aspect of professional development? 

   

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Employability Skills 

Employability skills are embedded in the competencies.  Refer to the employability skills summaries for the qualification in question, to establish the specific applications.  This is established at the Qualification rather than the Unit level. 

The following table lists activities and exercises that may demonstrate specific employability skills in general terms. 

 

Skills  Relevant Task 

Communication  Task 4, 5, 17 

Teamwork  Question 1, 2, 10 

Task 17 

Problem‐solving  Task 15 

Initiative and enterprise  Question 4 

Planning and organising  Question 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11 

Task 6, ,7, 8, 9, 13 

Self‐management  Task 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 

Question 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11 

Learning  Task 13, 15 

Question 7, 9, 11 

Technology  Task 2, 7, 10, 12, 13, 14, 16 

Question 5 

 

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BSB BUSINESS SERVICES TRAINING PACKAGE

SUPPLEMENT

This workbook can be used by learners completing a qualification in the BSB Business Services Training Package.

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BSBWOR501 Manage personal work priorities and professional development Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to create systems and process to organise information and prioritise tasks.

It applies to individuals working in managerial positions who have excellent organisational skills. The work ethic of individuals in this role has a significant impact on the work culture and patterns of behaviour of others as managers at this level are role models in their work environment.

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

Unit Sector Industry Capability – Workplace Effectiveness

Elements and Performance Criteria

Element Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

Page Reference

How will the evidence be gathered?

1 Establish personal work goals

1.1 Serve as a positive role model in the workplace through personal work planning

18, 21, 26 Question 1 (a & b)Third Party Report

1.2 Ensure personal work goals, plans and activities reflect the organisation’s plans, and own responsibilities and accountabilities

22–24, 27 Question 2 (a & b)Portfolio

1.3 Measure and maintain personal performance in varying work conditions, work contexts and when contingencies occur

28, 44–62 Question 3 (a & b)Portfolio

2 Set and meet own work priorities

2.1 Take initiative to prioritise and facilitate competing demands to achieve personal, team and organisational goals and objectives

30–34, 39 Question 4 (a & b)Third Party Report

2.2 Use technology efficiently and effectively to manage work priorities and commitments

35, 40 Question 5 (a & b)Portfolio

2.3 Maintain appropriate work-life balance, and ensure stress is effectively managed and health is attended to

36–38, 41 Question 6 (a & b)Third Party Report

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Element Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

Page Reference

How will the evidence be gathered?

3 Develop and maintain professional competence

3.1 Assess personal knowledge and skills against competency standards to determine development needs, priorities and plans

44–45, 54, 58, 83–84

Question 7 (a & b)Portfolio

3.2 Seek feedback from employees, clients and colleagues and use this feedback to identify and develop ways to improve competence

46, 59 Question 8 (a, b, c, & d) Third Party Report

3.3 Identify, evaluate, select and use development opportunities suitable to personal learning style/s to develop competence

47–54, 60 Question 9 (a & b)Portfolio

3.4 Participate in networks to enhance personal knowledge, skills and work relationships

56, 61 Question 10 (a & b) Third Party Report

3.5 Identify and develop new skills to achieve and maintain a competitive edge

54, 62 Question 11 (a, b & c) Portfolio

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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 Page reference

Learning 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5

Investigates and uses a range of strategies to develop personal competence

44–62

Reading 1.2, 3.1, 3.2 Analyses and interprets textual information from organisational policies and practices or feedback to inform personal development planning

36, 44, 46, 54, 59

Writing 3.2 Uses feedback to prepare reports that summarise ways to improve competence

44, 59

Oral communication

3.2 Uses active listening and questioning to seek and receive feedback

46, 59

Navigate the world of work

1.2, 2.1 Understands how own role contributes to broader organisational goals

22–24

Considers organisational protocols when planning own career development

22–24

Interact with others

1.1, 3.2, 3.4 Selects and uses appropriate conventions and protocols when communicating with diverse stakeholders

38

Uses interpersonal skills to establish and build positive working relationships with others

18–21

Get the work done

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1

Plans and prioritises tasks in order to meet deadlines, manage role responsibilities and to manage own personal welfare

30–41

Identifies and uses appropriate technology to improve work efficiency

35, 40

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Assessment requirements v1.1

Performance Evidence Evidence of the ability to: Exercises and Assessment tasks use business technology to create and use systems and

processes to organise and prioritise tasks and commitments Question 5 Portfolio

measure and maintain personal work performance including assessing competency against competency standards and seeking feedback

Question 3 Question 7 Question 8 Question 11 Portfolio

maintain an appropriate work-life balance to manage personal health and stress

Question 6 Third party report

participate in networks Question 10 Third party report

develop a personal development plan which includes career objectives and an action plan

Question 9 Question 11 Task 15 Portfolio

develop new skills. Question 11 Portfolio

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

Exercises and assessment tasks

explain principles and techniques involved in the management and organisation of: performance measurement personal behaviour, self-awareness and personality traits

identification a personal development plan personal goal setting time

Question 2 Question 4 Question 7 Question 9 Portfolio Third party report

discuss management development opportunities and options for self

Question 9 Question 11 Portfolio

describe methods for achieving a healthy work-life balance Question 6 Third party report

outline organisation’s policies, plans and procedures Question 2 Task 9 Portfolio

explain types of learning style/s and how they relate to the individual

Question 9 Portfolio

describe types of work methods and practices that can improve personal performance.

Question 1 Question 4 Question 11 Portfolio