Application
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.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. 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 |
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 |
Reading | 1.3, 2.1, 3.1, 3.2 | Interprets and analyses information from a range of complex texts |
Writing | 1.1-1.3, 2.1-2.4, 3.3 | Develops project documentation and procedures using formats and language appropriate to context |
Oral Communication | 1.1-1.3, 2.1- 2.3, 3.3 | Participates in discussions and negotiations using clear language and appropriate non-verbal features Uses active listening and questioning to elicit views and opinions of others |
Numeracy | 2.2, 3.2 | Interprets numerical information to determine project timelines and measure outcomes against project scope |
Navigate the world of work | 1.3, 3.1, 3.2 | Adheres to organisational policies and procedures and considers own role in terms of its contribution to broader goals of work environment |
Interact with others | 1.1-1.3, 2.1, 2.3, 3.3 | Identifies and uses appropriate conventions and protocols when communicating with diverse stakeholders Collaborates with others to achieve joint outcomes, playing an active role in negotiating and facilitating agreement |
Get the work done | 1.1, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3 | Sequences and schedules complex activities, monitors implementation and manages relevant communications Makes a range of critical and non-critical decisions in relatively complex situations, taking a range of factors into account Uses experience to reflect on ways variables impact outcomes and identify future improvements |
Sectors
Management and Leadership – Project Management