Course Title: Undertake small business planning

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2020

Course Code: BUSM8839C

Course Title: Undertake small business planning

School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6161 - Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural)

Course Contact: Catherine Ciavarella

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4819

Course Contact Email: catherine.ciavarella@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Miranda Sims

Casual VE Teacher

Remote Office

Only available by email and during scheduled class times in Canvas.

miranda.sims@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

NA

Course Description

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to research and develop an integrated business plan for achieving business goals and objectives.
Specific legal requirements apply to the management of a small business.
 

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	BSBSMB404 Undertake small business planning
Element:	Develop a business plan
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Identify purpose of the business plan 1.2 Identify and review essential components of the business plan 1.3 Identify and document business goals and objectives as a basis for measuring business performance
Element:	Develop strategies for minimising risks
Performance Criteria:	2.1 Research resources, legal and compliance requirements, specifically in relation to work health and safety (WHS), in accordance with business goals and objectives 2.2 Research market needs, and market size and potential 2.3 Identify sources and costs of finance, from financial plan, to provide required liquidity and profitability for the business 2.4 Identify methods, from marketing strategies, to promote market exposure of the business 2.5 Identify methods or means of production or operation from production or operations plan to conform with business goals and objectives 2.6 Identify staffing requirements to effectively produce or deliver products and services 2.7 Identify, assess and prioritise internal and external risks 2.8 Identify specialist services and sources of advice, where required, and cost in accordance with available resources
Element:	Identify elements of the business plan
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Identify specific interests and objectives of relevant people and seek and confirm their support of planned business direction 3.2 Identify and develop risk management strategies according to business goals and objectives, and relevant legal requirements 3.3 Develop a contingency plan to address possible areas of non-conformance with the plan

Learning Outcomes

This work is undertaken by individuals who operate a small business.
This unit is suitable for micro and small businesses or a department in a larger organisation.

Details of Learning Activities

This unit is co-delivered with BSBPMG41/BUSM8849C Apply project risk management techniques to support the required knowledge and skills in the context of working in architectural building design.

Delivery will be fully online via the Canvas LMS (Learning Management System) with weekly teacher led topic discussions students will engage in and self-directed learning activities including; defining the elements of small business planning, business and market research, legislation, financials, documentation and risk management. Students will be referred to a range of current online State and National small business planning resources and document templates to support their writing and development of their small business idea and plan.

Teaching Schedule

 

Week	Delivery	Class Discussion	Class Activity	Assessment Requirements
1 6 July Semester 2 classes begin	Online lecture	Course overview and introduction Introduction to online learning using the Canvas LMS design and expectations Assessment summary Before the real plan begins	Class participation and discussion required.	Introduce Product Assessment Task 2 (Feasibility Study)
2	Online lecture	Element 1. Identify elements of the business plan	Learning outcomes for Element 1 detailed.  Class participation and discussion required.
3	Online lecture	Element 1. Identify elements of the business plan continued	Participation in the Week 3 Online Discussion Board activity.	Knowledge Assessment Task 1 released on Canvas
4	Online self-directed learning	Element 2. Develop a business plan		Knowledge Assessment Task 1 due end of week 4.
5	Online lecture	Element 2. Develop a business plan
6	Online self-directed learning	Element 3. Develop strategies for minimising risks	Online class participation and assessment Q & A discussion and support.
7	Online lecture	Work on assessments Discussion board help available		Product Assessment Task 2 (Feasibility Study) due
31 August - 6 September Mid-semester break
8 7 Sept Classes resume (Monday)	Online lecture	Assessment review and feedback	Participation in the Week 8 Online Discussion Board activity.
9	Online self-directed learning	Course review and assessment discussion
10	Online lecture	Work on assessments Discussion board help and Q&A chat available
11	Online self-directed learning	Work on assessments Discussion board help and Q&A chat available	Online class participation and assessment Q & A discussion and support.
12	Online self-directed learning	Work on assessments Discussion board help and Q&A chat available	Online class participation and assessment Q & A discussion and support.
13	Online self-directed learning	Assessment discussion and support		Product Assessment Task 3 (Business Plan) Due
14	Online lecture	Unit in review, reflecting back on all elements and relevance to future projects.
15	Online self-directed learning	Assessment review and feedback
16	Online self-directed learning	Assessment review and feedback

While all course content will be delivered, the order and mode of delivery may change depending on the availability of specialist facilities and equipment.  Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher. 

Due dates for assessment tasks dependent on access to specialist facilities and equipment may change. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher. 

 

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:

The Learning Lab
 https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab

The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub

English for uni workshops
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops

Overview of Assessment

This unit of competency could be assessed in the workplace or a close simulation of the workplace environment, provided that simulated or project-based assessment techniques replicate building design workplace conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities and procedures.

Holistic or project-based assessment with other related units is recommended.

Assessment Tasks

Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected in the workplace. To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.

You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria

1. Knowledge Assessment Task 1
2. Product Assessment Task 2 (Feasibility Study)
3. Product Assessment Task 3 (Business Plan)

Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:

CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment

Attendance:

Your learning experience will involve online lectures, discussions, demonstration and practical exercises reflecting on your own learning and development.

It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions online. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.

Assessment Matrix

Refer to canvas for course mapping document.

Other Information

Information about your studies:

You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students

 

Assessment:

Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment

  Assessment declaration:   When you submit work electronically, you will be asked to agree to the Assessment declaration.   https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/assessment-declaration

 

Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:

RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity

 

Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:

Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.  

Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit

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