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View Unit : Contribute to running a project

Unit
Unit Reference Number
J/601/2549
Qualification Framework
QCF
Title
Contribute to running a project
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
30
Unit Credit Value
5
Date of Withdrawal
SSAs
15.2 Administration
Unit Grading Structure
Pass
Assessment Guidance

N/A.

Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria
Learning Outcome - The learner will:Assessment Criterion - The learner can:
1

Understand how to contribute to agree to a project brief

1.1

Describe the difference between routine work and taking part in a project

1.2

Explain the advantages and disadvantages of using projects and when projects are appropriate

1.3

Explain the project-planning methodologies appropriate to the types of projects run and the tools that can be used to assist project planning and control

1.4

Explain the purpose and benefits of identifying stakeholders involved in the project

1.5

Explain the purpose of contributing to agreeing a project’s purpose, scope, timescale, costs, aims and objectives

1.6

Explain the purpose of agreeing a budget for a project

1.7

Describe how to estimate types and quantity of resources needed to run a project

1.8

Describe how to identify project risks and develop contingency plans, if required

2

Understand how to contribute to a project

2.1

Describe the types of information needed to monitor projects and the methods that can be used to give information

2.2

Describe how to estimate and control resources in an area of work during a project

2.3

Explain the purpose of reporting own progress during a project

2.4

Outline reasons for seeking advice in response to unexpected events

2.5

Explain the purpose and benefits of contributing towards achieving projects within agreed timescales

2.6

Explain the purpose and benefits of keeping records of all project activity within the scope of own work

2.7

Describe different ways of communicating with those involved in or affected by a project to make sure it runs smoothly

3

Understand the purpose of contributing to the evaluation of a project

3.1

Describe different types of methods available to monitor projects

3.2

Explain the purpose of making own contributions when evaluating projects

3.3

Describe how to learn lessons for the future for own work

4

Be able to contribute to preparing and planning a project

4.1

Confirm the purpose of the project with all stakeholders

4.2

Confirm project scope, timescale, aims and objectives

4.3

Contribute to the preparation of a project specification

4.4

Confirm all types of resources for all stakeholders

4.5

Confirm with all stakeholders, the project plan and timed use of all types of resources for an area of work

4.6

Contribute to identifying risks and develop contingency plans for an area of work

5

Be able to contribute to running a project

5.1

Implement a project

5.2

Communicate with all stakeholders involved with or affected by a project

5.3

Adapt project plans for stakeholders to respond to unexpected events and risks

5.4

Provide interim reports on project progress to relevant stakeholders

5.5

Achieve required outcomes for relevant stakeholders on time and to budget

5.6

Seek advice in response to unexpected events, if required

5.7

Keep records of project activity

6

Be able to contribute to evaluating the outcomes of a project

6.1

Evaluate project for all stakeholders

6.2

Report on the degree to which a project met its aims and objectives for all stakeholders

6.3

Report on project strengths and areas for improvement for all stakeholders

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