T-1.8.1_v3
Details of Assessment
Term and Yea
1, 2022
Time allowed
7 Weeks
Assessment No
1
Assessment Weighting
100%
Assessment Type
Resource Allocation & Management Strategy
Due Date
Week 7
Room
Zoom
Details of Subject
Qualification
BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management
Subject Name
Resource Management
Details of Unit(s) of competency
Unit Code (s) and Names
BSBOPS501 Manage business resources
Details of Student
Student Name
College
Student ID
Student Declaration: I declare that the work submitted is my own and has not been copied or plagiarised from any person or source. I acknowledge that I understand the requirements to complete the assessment tasks. I am also aware of my right to appeal. The feedback session schedule and reassessment procedure were explained to me.
Student’s
Signature: ____________________
Date: XXXXXXXXXX_____/_____/_________
Details of Assesso
Assessor’s Name
ROBERT CUTULI
Assessment Outcome
Assessment Result
|_| Competent |_| Not Yet Competent
Marks
/ 100
Feedback to Student
Progressive feedback to students, identifying gaps in competency and comments on positive improvements:
Assessor Declaration: I declare that I have conducted a fair, valid, reliable and flexible assessment with this student.
|_| Student attended the feedback session.
|_| Student did not attend the feedback session.
Assessor’s
Signature: ___________________
Date: XXXXXXXXXX_____/_____/________
Purpose of the Assessment
The purpose of this assessment is to assess the student in the following learning outcomes:
Competent
(C)
Not Yet Competent
(NYC)
1.1 Develop resource bids in line with outputs specified in business plans
1.2 Consult with key stakeholders to determine the nature and level of resources required
1.3 Analyse resource requirements to identify proposed costs and benefits
1.4 Identify opportunities to share resources across business units within the organisation
2.1 Develop resource plans that detail the acquisition and allocation of resources, timelines and the relationship to business strategies, contingencies, plans, programs and processes
2.2 Determine internal resourcing capabilities and external resourcing requirements
2.3 Develop procedures for the evaluation of resource allocation and incorporate them in resource plans
2.4 Identify risks and establish risk management processes
2.5 Apply organisation's procedures to obtain approvals from senior management
3.1 Allocate resources in accordance with relevant legislation, organisational policy and practices
3.2 Manage resource allocation to enable achievement of business unit objectives
3.3 Negotiate and obtain resources within required timeframe to enable achievement of business unit objectives
3.4 Develop and implement systems to enable timely and accurate monitoring and review of resource usage
3.5 Develop or revise work practices for efficient use of resources
4.1 Develop and implement procedures to review resource allocation against business unit objectives
4.2 Monitor compliance with program and project budgets and take co
ective action where necessary
4.3 Prepare reports that clearly indicate the level of performance achieved and any action taken to adjust or rectify procedures in meeting service and product delivery standards
Assessment/evidence gathering conditions
Each assessment component is recorded as either Competent (C) or Not Yet Competent (NYC). A student can only achieve competence when all assessment components listed under “Purpose of the assessment” section are recorded as competent. Your trainer will give you feedback after the completion of each assessment. A student who is assessed as NYC (Not Yet Competent) is eligible for re-assessment.
Resources required for this Assessment
1. Computer with relevant software applications and access to internet
1. Weekly eLearning notes relevant to the tasks/questions
Instructions for Students
Please read the following instructions carefully
· This assessment has to be completed |X| In class |_| At home
· The assessment is to be completed according to the instructions given by your assessor.
· Feedback on each task will be provided to enable you to determine how your work could be improved. You will be provided with feedback on your work within two weeks of the assessment due date. All other feedback will be provided by the end of the term.
· Should you not answer the questions co
ectly, you will be given feedback on the results and your gaps in knowledge. You will be given another opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge and skills to be deemed competent for this unit of competency.
· If you are not sure about any aspects of this assessment, please ask for clarification from assessor.
· Please refer to the College re-assessment for more information (Student Handbook).
ASSESSMENT BRIEF
Note: The organisational details used in this assessment have been mostly sourced (and to some extent paraphrased) from the organisation’s website and other relevant external sources. The information used here is solely for educational purposes.
This assessment comprises both the knowledge evidence and performance evidence as a summative assessment. The knowledge evidence is embedded within the assessment tasks.
You are required to prepare a strategy for Resource Allocation and Develop a Register Manual for
· An enterprise of your choice (within Australia), or
· Use the simulated organisational context of Service Industry Management Private Ltd. (SIM), a new venture of AAT Kings.
To demonstrate competency will be working towards strategy for Resource Allocation and Develop a Register Manual. Using the RESOURCE MANAGEMENT STRATEGY TEMPLATE provided in this assessment, you be working towards strategy for Resource Allocation and Develop a Register Manual for an enterprise of your choice (within Australia) or use the simulated workplace context of Service Industry Management Private Ltd. (SIM), a new venture of AAT Kings. Whether you choose your own workplace or the simulated work environment, to demonstrate competency you will complete all tasks following the exact structure and template as provided.
SIMULATED WORK ORGANISATION (if not using an organisation of your choice)
(Information about the organisation has been sourced from the organisation’s website and other relevant internet sources)
About the organisation:
Founded in 1912, AAT Kings has been operating as a tour operator and has been helping travellers; tourist and people from all over the world who plans to discover and explore Australia and New Zealand from top to bottom. With a
oad range of holiday options including Guided Tours, Short Breaks and Day Tours, AAT Kings are the holiday experts. The organisation has claimed to have over 100 years of experience in taking care of absolutely everything so that people can get on with creating great new memories. The organisational website is at https:
www.aatkings.com
Vision & Mission: (sourced from Internet and organisational sites)
Our vision is to Change the Way People See the World. We will be customer obsessed, driven by passion, expertise, trust and a sense of fun. We will have the widest range of adventure travel experiences and continuously introduce innovative product. The organisation will continue to have a purpose beyond profit, with sustainability being at the core of what we do, and a focus on developing local economies through sustainable tourism.
At AAT Kings we strive to represent the very best that Australia and New Zealand have to offer. Our people are warm, friendly, engaged and enthusiastic. We love a laugh and a good story. We cele
ate our great characters and our authentic personalities. We are always respectful, we deliver
illiant service and we are proud of our heritage and culture. Our goal every day is to share Australia and New Zealand with our guests and to
ing these two amazing countries to life.
People and Employees: (sourced from Internet and organisational sites)
AAT Kings has assembled a range of fun, passionate, quirky, knowledgeable and talented people to help make holiday great and one to remember forever. The team has people who share their passion and knowledge for Australia and New Zealand in ways beyond expected. Since the organisation is mostly measured by the success of its tour services, the most important people of the organisation are travel directors, driver guides and local guides.
The travel directors provide the commentary, stories and local insights behind each destination to truly get a feel for the places people visit. They share advice, provide personal recommendations and reveal some ‘Hidden Gems’ along the way. The driver guides provide exceptional service every step of the way. Each and every Driver Guide has extensive on road experience and driver training with a safe driving track record. Along with passion and local insight these genuine Aussie characters will enhance your AAT Kings experience. In some trips and tours, travelling on a Short Break customers may be joined by a different Driver Guide each day so people can benefit from the
eadth of their combined knowledge and years of experience for a more independent style of travel. The local guides have specialist knowledge of their hometown and local traditions. Theyl take the sightseeing experience to a whole new level as they share their passion and stories in an engaging and entertaining way.
Links with Indigenous Culture: (sourced from Internet and organisational documents)
AAT Kings has forged strong relationships with indigenous communities throughout Australia and New Zealand, including the Anangu people and Uluru Aboriginal Tours in Central Australia, as well as the Tamaki Family Marae on the outskirts of Rotorua, New Zealand. AAT Kings has also partnered with Alice Springs indigenous artist Kathleen Buzzacot and Maruku Arts to create a specially designed Aboriginal artwork featured on all coaches in Central Australia. Bone and pounamu (greenstone) carver, Lance Ngata, from Uawa (Tolaga Bay) and Turangi in New Zealand's North Island has also created exclusive artwork that features on all coaches in New Zealand.
Ca
on emissions goal:
By the end of 2025 the organisation aims to lighten overall environmental footprint and reduce ca
on emissions per full time employee in offices by 5%,
· 5% reduction in energy use per full-time employee
· 5% reduction in water consumption per full-time employee
· 5% reduction in staff flights per full-time employee
About the New Venture by the organisation:
Business Plan and Expansion (New context for this assessment)
AAT Kings have recently started cafe operations after their successful tour guiding business for over several decades. The organisation has set up a new Cafe Business naming Service Industry Management Private Limited (SIM) and has been approved by the Australian Business Registrar. The parent organisation (AAT Kings) have provided enough fund that the new company (SIM) has recently acquired three (3)
and new premises for cafe operations in three different locations: One in Sydney CBD, One in Brisbane CBD and One in Perth CBD. However, the premises will need to be designed and
anded with appropriate fit-outs, machinery, staff members, and other relevant resources necessary for cafe operations. The core business of the group still remains tourism operations but they now wish to expand into cafe management.
Relevant organisational documents for completing the simulated workplace tasks: (imaginary data used for simulated workplace)
Document Name
File
Performance Review Policy for group
Risk management Policy, Procedures and Templates