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Manage visual merchandising projects
Manage visual merchandising projects
Unit of competency
National Code
SIRRMER515
SIRRMER515
State Code
WD934
WD934
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/06/2014
Field of Education
080599 - Sales And Marketing, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
20/06/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manage visual merchandising projects in the contexts of planned store events or retail exhibitions. It involves project planning to develop visual merchandising project plans and manage projects that include the application of control procedures, and resource and risk management; and the application of team leadership and management strategies. It also covers the successful completion of projects according to client requirements and project plans.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Establish the scope and nature of the project.
- 1.1.Develop project scope, objectives and budget in consultation with client.
- 1.2.Develop a resource strategy for the project according to given budget and timelines.
- 1.3.Communicate project scope and objectives to project team.
- 1.4.Negotiate and clearly communicate project responsibilities to stakeholders.
- 1.5.Plan internal and external communication strategies in conjunction with appropriate colleagues.
- 1.6.Agree evaluation methods suitable to the project within the team.
- 1.7.Develop overall project management plan, including key project milestones, and communicate to team members.
- 1.8.Identify work requirements according to the project brief and project management plan.
2. Organise equipment, supplies and materials.
- 2.1.Estimate equipment and material requirements and make available according to project design objectives and budget.
- 2.2.Contact external suppliers as required and arrange supply of relevant materials or services.
3. Implement and monitor the project.
- 3.1.Implement project management strategies and monitor in conjunction with project team.
- 3.2.Implement and monitor financial control systems according to project budget.
- 3.3.Provide support and assistance to team members as appropriate.
- 3.4.Use sound interpersonal and communication styles to build trust and respect within the project team.
- 3.5.Assess and review progress against project objectives and milestones in consultation with project team members.
- 3.6.Assess additional resource requirements and take appropriate action within project budget constraints.
- 3.7.Provide regular reports on project progress to appropriate colleagues and clients.
4. Evaluate the project.
- 4.1.Use agreed evaluation methods to assess project at specified stages.
- 4.2.Ensure evaluation takes account of agreed project objectives and priorities and involves appropriate stakeholders.
- 4.3.Modify management plan during the project and record modification details to inform future project management.
- 4.4.Share information from project evaluation with appropriate colleagues and incorporate into future project planning.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the individual, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Projects may include:
exhibitions
general events
major retail promotions
window displays.
Clients may be:
external to the organisation
internal staff.
Resource strategy may include:
budget
human resources
materials and equipment
sponsorship
technology.
Project team may include:
management
other professional or technical staff
staff members
teams.
Project management plan may include:
attachments, such as design plans and elevations, and concept visuals
budget
consultation strategies
internal and external communication processes and channels
key milestones relating to stages, outcomes or reporting requirements
objectives and outcomes
personnel
quality assurance
reporting requirements
risk management and contingency plans
sponsors
stages
timeframes.
Evaluation methods may include:
client evaluation
customer feedback
project team consultation.
Projects may include:
exhibitions
general events
major retail promotions
window displays.
Clients may be:
external to the organisation
internal staff.
Resource strategy may include:
budget
human resources
materials and equipment
sponsorship
technology.
Project team may include:
management
other professional or technical staff
staff members
teams.
Project management plan may include:
attachments, such as design plans and elevations, and concept visuals
budget
consultation strategies
internal and external communication processes and channels
key milestones relating to stages, outcomes or reporting requirements
objectives and outcomes
personnel
quality assurance
reporting requirements
risk management and contingency plans
sponsors
stages
timeframes.
Evaluation methods may include:
client evaluation
customer feedback
project team consultation.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
develops visual merchandising management plans
applies control procedures, resource management and risk management
applies team leadership and management strategies
applies project evaluation strategies
completes visual merchandising projects according to client requirements and project plans.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
a real or simulated retail visual merchandising work environment
relevant documentation, such as:
project briefs
project management plans
information on:
products and services
suppliers
new technology.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
observation of performance in the workplace
a real or simulated project case study
a portfolio, including a project management plan, project evaluation, and photographs of a completed visual merchandising project managed by the candidate
third-party reports from a supervisor
client feedback
answers to questions about specific skills and knowledge.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
develops visual merchandising management plans
applies control procedures, resource management and risk management
applies team leadership and management strategies
applies project evaluation strategies
completes visual merchandising projects according to client requirements and project plans.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
a real or simulated retail visual merchandising work environment
relevant documentation, such as:
project briefs
project management plans
information on:
products and services
suppliers
new technology.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
observation of performance in the workplace
a real or simulated project case study
a portfolio, including a project management plan, project evaluation, and photographs of a completed visual merchandising project managed by the candidate
third-party reports from a supervisor
client feedback
answers to questions about specific skills and knowledge.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S6073 | SIRRMER014A | Manage visual merchandising projects | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| YO21 | 52762WA | Diploma of Fashion Products and Markets | Accredited course |
| J152 | SIR50212 | Diploma of Visual Merchandising | Qualification |