Course Title: Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2025
Course Code: BUSM6518C
Course Title: Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability
Important Information:
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School: 525T Business & Enterprise
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5405 - Diploma of Project Management
Course Contact: Nick Reynolds
Course Contact Phone: +61399250791
Course Contact Email: nick.reynolds@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Elvira Lourenco
elvira.lourenco@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 50
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this course you will learn the skills and knowledge required to develop and implement workplace sustainability policies and to modify the policy to suit changed circumstances.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBSUS511 Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability |
Element: |
1. Prepare workplace sustainability policies |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Establish scope and objectives of workplace sustainability policies 1.2 Gather information for development of sustainability policies 1.3 Analyse information and consultation insights
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Element: |
2. Implement workplace sustainability policies |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Present workplace sustainability policies and implementation processes to key stakeholders 2.2 Identify and source resources required to implement sustainability policies 2.3 Support implementation of workplace sustainability policies
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Element: |
3. Review implementation of workplace sustainability policies |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Document outcomes and provide feedback to key personnel and stakeholders 3.2 Identify trends requiring remedial action to promote continuous improvement of performance 3.3 Modify sustainability policies to incorporate improvements |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
The objectives of this course are to develop the foundational of skills and knowledge required to develop and implement workplace sustainability policies and to modify the policy to suit changed circumstances.
The unit applies to individuals with managerial responsibilities who undertake work developing approaches to create, monitor and improve strategies and policies within workplaces. These individuals also engage with a range of relevant stakeholders and specialists.
'Sustainability' in this unit refers to a broad approach that focuses on the minimisation of an organisation’s social, economic and environmental impact, as well as proactive value creation in these areas.
The main elements of this course include:
- Prepare workplace sustainability policies
- Implement workplace sustainability policies
- Review implementation of workplace sustainability policies
A range of learning activities are planned for this course, including self-paced research and collaborative-based activities, The collaborative classroom-based activities will include group discussion, group problem-solving activities and opportunities to practice your skills in a simulated business environment. We expect you to participate and contribute to all scheduled learning activities.
Teaching Schedule
Week |
Topic Overview and Learning Outcomes |
Assessments Due |
Week 1 |
Introduction to the course
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Week 2 |
Gather Sustainability Data
Sustainability is essentially the ability to maintain at length without interruption or weakening. Currently, it is a worldwide movement as many consumers and clients invest in companies that value the environment. Throughout this course, you will learn the steps needed to integrate sustainability into your workplace culture. |
Due Sunday 11:59PM:
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Week 3 |
Gather Sustainability Data
You will understand:
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Due Sunday 11:59PM:
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Week 4 |
Gather Sustainability Data
You will understand:
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Due in-class (Class attendance required)
Due Sunday 11:59PM:
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Week 5 |
Develop Sustainability Processes (Project)
You will understand:
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Due Sunday 11:59PM:
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Week 6 |
Develop Sustainability Processes (Project) You will understand:
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Week 7 |
Develop Sustainability Processes (Project)
You will understand:
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Due Sunday 11:59PM:
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Week 8 |
Develop Sustainability Processes (Project) You will understand:
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Week 9 |
Implement and Monitor Sustainability Processes (Project)
You will understand:
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Due in-class (Class attendance required)
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Week 10 |
Implement and Monitor Sustainability Processes (Project) You will understand:
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Due in-class (Class attendance required)
Due Sunday 11:59PM:
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MID SEMESTER BREAK (18 TO 27 APRIL 2025) | ||
Week 11 |
Implement and Monitor Sustainability Processes (Project)
You will understand:
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Due Sunday 11:59PM:
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Week 12 |
Implement and Monitor Sustainability Processes (Project) You will understand:
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Week 13 |
Implement and Monitor Sustainability Processes (Project)
You will understand:
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Due Sunday 11:59PM:
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Week 14 |
Implement and Monitor Sustainability Processes (Project) You will understand:
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Week 15 |
Implement and Monitor Sustainability Processes (Project)
You will understand:
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Due Sunday 11:59PM:
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Week 16 |
Revision | |
Week 17-18 |
Assessment Resubmissions Grade entry |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
None
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.
Assessment Tasks
This unit requires you to complete three assessment tasks. You must satisfactorily complete all tasks to achieve competency for this unit. Refer to teaching schedule for assessment due dates.
Assessment Task |
Assessment Method |
Task Summary |
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Assessment Task 1: Written Questions |
Quiz |
10 Knowledge Questions |
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Assessment Task 2: Gather Sustainability Data – CBSA Company |
Project and Role Play |
This task consists of two parts. Part A: Identify Sustainability Legislation, Scope and Stakeholders (Project) Part B: Gather Sustainability Data (Role Play and Project) |
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Assessment Task 3: Develop Sustainability Processes – CBSA Company |
Project |
This task consists of two parts. Part A: Develop a Sustainability Policy Part B: Develop a Sustainability Plan |
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Assessment Task 4: Implement and Monitor Sustainability Processes - CBSA Company |
Project and Role Play |
This task consists of four parts. Part A: Promote Sustainability Initiatives and Responsibilities (Project and Role Play) Part B: Monitoring and Record-Keeping Process Part C: Implement Strategies and Communicate Outcomes Part D: Undertake Continuous Improvement |
Resubmissions (VET Programs)
If you are found to be unsuccessful (Not Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory) in a Course Assessment Task, you will be allowed one resubmission. Your teacher will provide feedback regarding what you need to improve and set a new deadline for the resubmission.
If you are still not meeting the assessment requirements, you must apply to your Program Manager in writing, outlining the steps you will take to demonstrate competence in your course. Your submission will be considered by the Program Team, and you will be advised of the outcome as soon as possible.
Penalties for Late Submission
Late submissions of assignments without special consideration or extension will automatically be considered a re-submission (see above)
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix that maps all the assessments is available on CANVAS.
Other Information
Student Support
Your first point of contact for any support needs with your assessments should be your teacher and assessor. If you require further help, you should consider contacting the following support services at RMIT Student Support.
Assessment Adjustments
Students requiring support or adjustments for their formal assessment tasks should contact Equitable Learning Services (ELS) for more information on the types of adjustments provided, and access RMIT adjustments to assessment.
Extension of Time
If you require an extension of time to submit an assessment task, you can apply for an extension of time by completing the form at this link, and then emailing it together with your supporting documentary evidence to ryan.gunasekera@rmit.edu.au.
You will be advised of the outcome of your application within 1 business day. Please ensure you read the general information about extension applications before you apply.
Special Consideration
If unexpected circumstances affect your ability to complete an assessment, you can apply for special consideration. For more information, access RMIT special consideration.
Changes to the Assessment Scheme
Where a change to assessment approved by the dean/head of school changes an assessment due date, students will be given at least five working days' notice of the new due date.
Feedback
You can expect to receive marks and feedback on in-course assessment work in time to improve your performance in related assessment tasks later in the course.
Academic Integrity and Misconduct
Students demonstrate academic integrity in their assessment practices by:
- engaging with assessment activities in an honest way.
- providing accountability for the authorship and originality of work submitted.
- acknowledging the work of others and the re-use of original work.
Academic misconduct is addressed in accordance with the Student conduct policy.
Assessment involving research with human participants, their information or their tissue, or animal subjects is carried out in accordance with the Staff ethics and integrity policy.
For further information see the Academic Integrity website.
Review and Appeal
A student may request a review of an assessment result or appeal a final course grade in accordance with the Conduct of Assessment and Appeals section of the Assessment Processes.
Grade Criteria
You must demonstrate that you have all the required skills/knowledge/elements in this unit of competency you are studying.
The following grades are available for this course.
Vocational educational grades:
CA - Competency Achieved
NYC - Not Yet Competent
DNS - Did Not Submit for assessment.
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