252022 Develop, Implement and Evaluate a Project Plan

This Unit Standard is intended for managers in all economic sectors. These managers would typically be second-level managers such as heads of department, section heads or divisional heads, who may have more than one team reporting to them.

The qualifying learner is capable of:
Selecting a work-based project for a unit.
Scoping a work-based project for a unit.
Developing a project plan.
Developing tools to measure key performance parameters.
Implementing the plan and evaluate project progress.

NQF Level 5 - 8 Credits

This unit standard replaces:
This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard.

Learning assumed to be in place and recognition of prior learning
It is assumed that learners are competent in:
Communication at NQF Level 4.
Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 4.
Computer Literacy at NQF Level 4.

Unit standard range
The learner is required to apply the learning in respect of his/her own area of responsibility.
This Unit Standard relates to once-off projects and events that have to be planned and implemented in a unit.
Unit refers to the division, department or business unit in which the learner is responsible for managing and leading staff.
Entity includes, but is not limited to, a company, business unit, public institution, small business, Non-Profit Organisation or Non-Governmental Organisation.

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

Specific Outcome 1
Select a work-based project for a unit.

Specific Outcome 2
Scope a work-based project for a unit.

Specific Outcome 3
Develop a project plan.

Specific Outcome 4
Develop tools to measure key performance parameters.

Specific Outcome 5
Implement the plan and evaluate project progress.

Please note that this is a fundamental unit standard, and in accordance with Services SETA can therefore only be accredited if completed with an additional core or elective. Please contact us should you have any questions.