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BSBPMG511
Manage project scope

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to determine and manage project scope. It involves obtaining project authorisation, developing a scope management plan, and managing the application of project scope controls.

It applies to individuals responsible for managing and leading a project in an organisation, business or as a consultant.

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

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Evidence Required

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Conduct project authorisation activities

1.1 Develop and confirm procedures for project authorisation with an appropriate authority

1.2 Obtain authorisation to expend resources

1.3 Confirm project delegations and authorities in project governance arrangements

2. Define project scope

2.1 Identify, negotiate and document project boundaries

2.2 Establish measurable project benefits, outcomes and outputs

2.3 Establish a shared understanding of desired project outcomes with relevant stakeholders

2.4 Document scope management plan

3. Manage project scope control process

3.1 Implement agreed scope management procedures and processes

3.2 Manage impact of scope changes within established time, cost and quality constraints according to change control procedures

3.3 Identify and document scope management issues and recommend improvements for future projects


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Conduct project authorisation activities

1.1 Develop and confirm procedures for project authorisation with an appropriate authority

1.2 Obtain authorisation to expend resources

1.3 Confirm project delegations and authorities in project governance arrangements

2. Define project scope

2.1 Identify, negotiate and document project boundaries

2.2 Establish measurable project benefits, outcomes and outputs

2.3 Establish a shared understanding of desired project outcomes with relevant stakeholders

2.4 Document scope management plan

3. Manage project scope control process

3.1 Implement agreed scope management procedures and processes

3.2 Manage impact of scope changes within established time, cost and quality constraints according to change control procedures

3.3 Identify and document scope management issues and recommend improvements for future projects

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Develop and confirm procedures for project authorisation with an appropriate authority 
Obtain authorisation to expend resources 
Confirm project delegations and authorities in project governance arrangements 
Identify, negotiate and document project boundaries 
Establish measurable project benefits, outcomes and outputs 
Establish a shared understanding of desired project outcomes with relevant stakeholders 
Document scope management plan 
Implement agreed scope management procedures and processes 
Manage impact of scope changes within established time, cost and quality constraints according to change control procedures 
Identify and document scope management issues and recommend improvements for future projects 

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