Student GUIDE

M.
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RTO NO. 41089 I CRICOS NO.: 03489A
Melbourne Campus: Level 4, 123-129 Lonsdale Street Melbourne, Victoria 3000 Australia
Hobart Campus: Level 4, 18 Elizabeth Street, Hobart Tasmania 7000
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BSBRES801
Initiate and Lead Applied Research
Candidate Assessment Tool
STUDENT NAME:
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UNIT CODE AND TITLE: BSBRES801 - Initiate and Lead Applied Research
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ASSESSMENT RECEIPT FORM
NOTE:
1. This form must be attached on top of the completed Student Assessment Booklet when
submitting.
2. The Assessment Receipt Form must be signed and dated.
DECLARATION:
1. I am aware that penalties exist for plagiarism and cheating.
2. I am aware of the requirements set by my assessor.
3. I have retained a copy of my assessment.
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About this booklet

This assessment booklet has been designed for students undertaking face-to-face mode of study to
provide information before they undertake these assessments. It also contains assessment tools to
assess the skills and knowledge required from you to be deemed competent in this unit.
Please read all the information given to you when you receive this assessment booklet. If you do not
understand any part of this booklet, please inform your assessor.
The assessment booklet contains two (2) parts:
PART 1: Assessment information: This part contains information on the assessment for this unit of
competency and how an assessment will be conducted throughout this unit to achieve the competency. It
includes:
 Application of the unit of competency
 Purpose of assessment
 Elements, performance evidence and knowledge evidence requirements of the unit
 Conditions, context, required resources and location of the assessment 
 Assessment tasks  
 Outline of evidence to be collected 
 Administration, recording and reporting the requirements including special adjustments, appeals,
reasonable adjustments and assessors’ intervention. 
PART 2: Assessment tasks: This part contains the information to undertake the assessment task
successfully. In each assessment task, students will find the following information:  
 Task instructions  
 Role play/Practical Demonstration information
 Information on resources required, where applicable. 

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PART 1
Assessment Information
Application of the unit of competency:

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This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan, conduct and report on applied research to
influence strategic practices and outcomes within an organisational context.
The unit also covers constructing an applied research strategy, using a range of applied research
techniques, and analysing and presenting findings.
It applies to leaders or managers using applied research to ensure learning can enhance individual, team
and organisational performance. The intended purpose and approach to applied research may vary across a
range of contexts and organisations. In this unit, the focus is on applied research to attain improved
organisational outcomes.
No licensing, legislation or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Purpose of assessment:
The primary objective of assessment is to support and encourage your learning.
Assessment results give the assessor an indication of how well you learnt in class and or areas you
may need extra support
Performance evidence:
Evidence of the ability to:
 Plan, conduct and report on applied research relevant to organisational strategic practices and
outcomes
 Formulate a research proposal or plan which includes:
- Specific research questions or hypotheses
- Valid population or sample size
- Description of the geographical, cultural, social or institutional context within which the research
will be carried out
- Full description of the data collection methods
- Analysis of the limitations to research design including the reliability and validity of data
 Design an applied research project using applied research tools and techniques
 Document and present research findings including analysis of data, valid and reliable findings and
recommendations for further research.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.
Knowledge evidence:
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
 Describe communication processes and methods
 Explain data collection and analysis methods including the use of technology and technology
services
 Explain legal requirements, policies, procedures and guidelines relating to research including
handling and storing data, privacy and freedom of information.
 Describe presentation techniques
 Describe reporting methods
 Explain research ethics and codes of conduct
 Give examples of applied research tools and methods and how they are applied.
Context and conditions for assessment:

To comply with the assessment conditions of this unit:
 Skills for this unit of competency will be demonstrated in Australian School of Commerce
classroom/Computer lab located at Level 4, 123 Lonsdale St, Melbourne, Victoria 3000
 You will have access to suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including template
documentation, policies and procedures to undertake the assessment tasks for this unit of
competency.
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- Business technology
- Relevant workplace policies and procedures
- Relevant legislation and codes of conduct
- Case studies and, where possible, real situations.
Resources required:
The assessor will ensure that assessment is conducted in a safe environment and you have access to the
following resources for the unit:
• Computer with internet connection to refer to various resources
• Student assessment booklet
• Australian School of Commerce Learners’ resources for the unit BSBRES801- Initiate and Lead
Applied Research
Clustering/holistic assessment:
There is no provision for clustering of assessments in this unit.
Competency requirements:
To be judged competent in this unit, you must satisfactorily complete all assessment tasks to be
Competent (C) in the unit. Students with unsatisfactory completion of any of the assignment tasks will be
deemed Not Yet Competent (NYC).
Assessors will ensure that the evidence collected meets the requirements of the Rules of Evidence
(authentic, current, sufficient and valid) prior to entering results into the competency record sheet.
Students unsuccessful at achieving “Satisfactory” for any assessment at the first attempt will be given two
opportunities for reassessment. If the student is still deemed Not Yet Competent (NYC) after two
reassessments in a unit of competency, student will be required to repeat the unit as per the scheduled
delivery of the course. For further details, refer to Australian School of Commerce Re-Assessment Policy
and Australian School of Commerce Course Progress Policy.
Assessment tasks Assessment description Location of assessment
Assessment Task 1 This assessment requires you to satisfactorily

(AT1): Australian School of
answer all questions in the knowledge test.
commerce training
Knowledge Test You will be given 3 hours to complete the test.
campus.
Assessment Task 2 This assessment includes report writing task

(AT2): that the student must complete to be deemed Self Assessment
Project 1 competent. /Completed at home.
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Assessment tasks:
To achieve competency in this unit, you must satisfactorily complete all the following assessment tasks
within the date and time specified by your trainer/assessor. This will demonstrate that you have all the
required skills and knowledge for this unit.
Outline of evidence to be collected:

You must submit the following evidence to be marked competent for this unit. Your assessor will ensure
that the evidence submitted meets the Rules of Evidence which are valid, sufficient, current and
authentic.
Assessment task 1 
 Completed answers for all questions in the test.
(AT1):
Completed and signed coversheet for Assessment.
Knowledge Test
Assessment Task 2 
(AT2):  Draft copy of Research proposal (Printout)
Completed and signed Coversheet for assessment
Project 1
(At3):  Final copy of Research Proposal (Printout)
 Research Report (Printout)
Project 2
Completed and signed Coversheet for assessment
(AT4):  Deliver presentation using either whiteboard or PowerPoint presentation
Presentation Completed and signed Coversheet for assessment
Administration, recording and reporting requirements:

You must read and follow this information carefully while completing assessments for this unit of
competency and if you are unsure of any instruction, please contact your assessor to clarify.
The assessments are intended to be equitable, fair and flexible.
Submission of assessment:
You must ensure that the completed assessment tasks are submitted along with the assessment cover
sheet:

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 Your assessor will mark the submitted assessment, provide feedback to you and complete the
comments section against each task, where applicable.
 ALL tasks must be completed in legible English. It is preferred that the tasks submitted for
assessments are typed.
 You must submit all assessments on or before the due date specified by the assessor as per the
training plan.
 Extensions for individual assessment tasks may be negotiated in specific circumstances with your
assessor/trainer. However, you need to provide genuine evidence documents when seeking an
extension to due date (e.g. extensions due to illness will require a medical certificate). To arrange an
extension, you must speak to your assessor prior to the due date. Extensions must be confirmed by
the trainer in writing.
 You are permitted to use dictionaries and to seek support (as required) unless it puts in jeopardy the
integrity of the assessment, your assessor will let you know if this is the case.
 Unless the assessment task specifically allows pair work or group activities such as brainstorming,
you must submit your own original work and must not copy the work of other students. Plagiarism is
unacceptable.
 You can submit your assessment tasks as hard copies in the classroom.
Recording an assessment result:

Once the assessments have been completed, the assessor will record the assessment results on the
student assessment record sheets and all results will be approved by the Training Manager.
Assessors will check that you have completed the signed student declaration prior to filling out the
assessment sheet.
Retaining assessment records:

Australian School of Commerce will securely retain all completed student assessment items for each
student for a period of six months from the date on which the judgement of competence for the student
was made. Australian School of Commerce will also retain sufficient data to be able to reissue AQF
certification documentation for a period of 30 years.
The assessor will ensure that the student records are securely retained and stored in accordance with the
Australian School of Commerce record control policy accessible by the Student Administration Officer.
Assessment outcomes: -
For unit of competency:

There are two outcomes for assessments: C = Competent and NYC = Not Yet Competent (requires more
training and experience).
You will be awarded C = Competent on completion of the unit when the assessor is satisfied that you
have completed all assessments and have provided the appropriate evidence required to meet all criteria
in line with the Rules of Evidence. If you fail to meet this requirement, you will receive the result NYC =
Not Yet Competent and will be eligible to be re-assessed in accordance with the Australian School of
Commerce Re-Assessment Policy and Australian School of Commerce Course Progress Policy.
For assessment task:

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There are two assessment outcomes for tasks. S = Satisfactory and NS = Not Satisfactory.
On the individual assessment cover sheet for assessment tasks you will be marked Satisfactory, if you
have completed the task successfully, submitted all evidence and satisfied the assessment criteria and
Not Satisfactory, if you have not completed the task, the evidence is not sufficient or does not meet the
requirements of the assessment criteria.
Re-assessment:
If you are unsuccessful at achieving competency at the first attempt, you will be given two further
opportunities for re-assessment at a mutually agreed time and date. For further details, refer to the
Australian School of Commerce Re-Assessment Policy and Australian School of Commerce Course
Progress Policy. As this is a competency-based program, the assessment continues throughout the
program until you either achieve Competency in the assessment tasks or a further training need is
identified and addressed.
Student access to records:

You have the right to access current and accurate records of your participation and results at any time.
You can request a copy of your records (results or attendance progress) by contacting the student
administration or assessor.
Support:
You may seek clarification about the assessment information and the instructions and tasks at any time
from the assessor.
Reasonable adjustments and special learning needs:

Australian School of Commerce works to ensure that students with recognized disadvantages can access
and participate in education and training on the same basis as other students. Disadvantages may be
based, for example, upon age, cultural background, physical disability, limited or non-current industry
experience, language, numeracy or digital literacy issues.
Where pre-training interviews and LLN assessments reveal that a student may require special support or
where, after enrolment, it is made apparent that the student requires special support, reasonable
adjustments will be made to the learning environment, training delivery, learning resources and/or
assessment tasks to accommodate the particular needs of the student. An adjustment is reasonable if it
can accommodate the student’s particular needs, while also taking into account factors such as the
student’s views, the potential effect of the adjustment on the student and others and the costs and
benefits of making the adjustment.
Any adjustments made must:

 be discussed, agreed and documented in the assessment record
 benefit the student
 maintain the integrity of the competency standards and course requirements as stipulated in the
training package
 be reasonable to expect in a workplace.
Reasonable adjustment may consist of:

 providing additional time for students to complete learning and assessment tasks
 presenting questions orally for students with literacy issues
 Asking questions in a relevant practical context.
 using large print material

 extending the course duration
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 Presenting work instructions in diagrammatic or pictorial form instead of words and sentences.
Complaints and appeals:

If you are dissatisfied with an assessment outcome, you may appeal the assessment decision. In the first
instance, you are encouraged to appeal informally by contacting the assessor and discussing the matter
with them. If you are dissatisfied with the outcome of such discussion, you may appeal further to training
manager. If you are still dissatisfied, you may appeal formally and in writing to have the result reviewed.
For more information, refer to the Assessment Policy and the Complaints and Appeals Policy and
Procedures available in Australian School of Commerce Website.
Assessor intervention:
Assessors will check if you are ready for the assessment, and defer the assessment if you are not.
Feedback will be given to you at the completion of the assessment. During role play, the assessor may
act as a client or employer, where required, but the assessor will not interfere with the assessment. If the
assessment activities might impact on your safety or that of others, the assessor will stop the assessment
immediately.
Plagiarism, cheating and assessment dishonesty:

Australian School of Commerce considers plagiarism and cheating as a serious misdemeanor. Evidence
of plagiarism and cheating is treated on a case by case basis and the consequences for students
engaging in such practices may include failure of the assessment or unit or exclusion from the course.
For more information, refer to Australian School of Commerce’s Assessment Policy.
Note: Referencing is a way of acknowledging the sources of information that a person uses to research
your assignments. References should be provided whenever someone else's words, ideas or research is
used. One should also provide references for any information used. Website, Journals, Research paper,
Blogs, article and any other online sources needs to be referenced.
Assessor feedback:
Assessors will provide feedback on the assessment that you have submitted. This can identify your
strengths and weaknesses or be an overall comment on your submission. A copy of the feedback along
with your submission will be given to you and you must keep a copy of it throughout the completion of
the course.
Student Declaration:
I.............................................................................. (Student Name) have read and understand the
information provided above and also understand and accept that any act of plagiarism and academic
dishonesty may have penalties including cancellation or suspension of my enrolment with Australian
School of Commerce. I further declare that:
 All assessment work submitted for this unit competency is my own original work and plagiarism and
collusion has not occurred.
 Assessment work has not been copied or submitted for any other unit/course.
 I have taken proper care and effort to ensure my work has not been copied by another person.
 I have retained a copy of this assessment for my own records in the event I have to reproduce my
work.
 I am aware that any assessment deemed unsatisfactory will require me to undergo reassessment
which may be different to the one originally submitted.
Student signature: ............................................................... Date: ....../....../.......

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Assessment tasks
Assessment Task Cover Sheet Task 1 (AT1)

Student details

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Student Name: Student ID:
Assessment details
Unit of Competency: BSBRES801 - Initiate and Lead Applied Research
Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Test
Date of Submission:
Assessment Outcome: Satisfactory Not Satisfactory

Feedback:
Student Plagiarism Declaration: By submitting this assessment to the college, I declare that this
assessment task is original and has not been copied or taken from another source except where this work
has been correctly acknowledged. I have made a photocopy or electronic copy or photograph of my
assessment task, which I can produce if the original is lost.
Assessor: I declare that I have conducted a fair, valid, reliable and

flexible assessment of this student, and I have provided appropriate
feedback. I also declare that I have undertaken the indicated Student: I have received,
assessment integrity checks discussed and accepted my
Check for plagiarism Software Yes No result as above for this
Check for copying/collusion Yes No assessment and I am aware of
my appeal rights.
Check for authenticity (own work) Yes No
Cheating or use of model answers Yes No
Signature: ......................................................... Signature: ..................................
Assessment Task 1 (AT1)- Knowledge Test

Required documents and equipment:
 Computer with internet connection to refer to various resources.
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 Australian School of Commerce Learners’ resources for the unit BSBRES801- Initiate and
lead applied research (organized by the trainer/assessor)
 Learner’s notes
Instructions for students:

 This assessment will be conducted in Computer lab with access to the resources listed above.
 You must answer all knowledge questions as part of this assessment and submit answers in
electronic copy. The assessor will verify the authenticity of the work by asking questions
regarding the answers provided. You must satisfactorily answer all questions to be deemed
Satisfactory for this assessment.
 Be concise provide explanation according to the given word-limit and do not provide irrelevant
information. Be careful, quantity is not quality.
 Be careful to use non-discriminatory language. The language used should not devalue, demean,
or exclude individuals or groups on the basis of attributes such as gender, disability, culture,
race, religion, sexual preference or age. Gender inclusive language should be used.
 When you quote, paraphrase, summarise or copy information from the sources you are using to
write your answers/research your work, you must always acknowledge the source.
 You are required to mention your name and student Id in either header or footer of the
assessment document to be submitted.
Planning the assessment

Access all resources mentioned in required resources, either printed copies or access via the
internet
 You must answer all questions in the knowledge test assessment.
 Time allocated to complete this assessment is 2 hours.
 Complete and submit the assessment on the same day of the assessment.
 Assessor will set a time to provide feedback.
Evidence specifications:
At the end of the assessment, student will be required to submit the following evidence on the same
day of the assessment.
 Completed assessment task with all questions answered.
 Completed and signed cover sheet for the assessment.
Evidence submission:
 Documentation must be submitted electronically.
 Assessor will record the assessment outcome on the assessment cover sheet.
Knowledge Test
QUESTION QUESTIONS Students
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completed
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assessor)
Describe communication processes and the importance of such when S
Question 1: conducting applied research.
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Question 2: relation to applied research.
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Explain three data collection methods. Include at least one manual S

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Assessment Task 2: Project-1
Date of Submission:

Feedback:

my appeal rights.
Date: ................................................................. Date: ........................................
Assessment Task 2 (AT2) - Project 1

 Computer with internet connection to refer to various programs such as MS word, MS excel,
MS PowerPoint or any other recognised software program.
 Australian School of Commerce Learners’ resources for the BSBRES801- Initiate and lead
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 This assessment will be completed by you at home in your own time. You are required to
complete the task and submit the assessment to the assessor at a date and time specified by
the Assessor.
 You must answer all questions as part of this assessment and submit answers in electronic
copy. The assessor will verify the authenticity of the work by asking questions regarding the
answers provided. You must satisfactorily answer all questions to be deemed Satisfactory for
this assessment
 You can choose another organisation topic for this assessment, which must be approved by
assessor.
 Be concise provide explanation according to the given word-limit and do not provide irrelevant
 Be careful to use non-discriminatory language. The language used should not devalue,
demean, or exclude individuals or groups on the basis of attributes such as gender, disability,
culture, race, religion, sexual preference or age. Gender inclusive language should be used.
 When you quote, paraphrase, summaries or copy information from the sources you are using
to write your answers/research your work, you must always acknowledge the source.
 You are required to read the task overview given and complete the project in due timelines.
 You are required to mention your name and student Id in either header or footer of the
 Access all resources mentioned in required resources either printed copies or access via the
internet.
 You are required to complete this assessment task at home.
 Time required for assessment: 1 week
 You must:
 Produce all evidence as required in the Project assessment.
 Complete and submit in due timelines.
 Submit with a completed and signed assessment cover sheet.
At the end of this assessment, you will be required to submit following evidence before due date
specified by your assessor:
 Draft copy of Research proposal (Printout)

 Completed and signed Coversheet for assessment
 Documentation must submitted electronically.
 Your assessor will record the assessment outcome on the assessment cover sheet.

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AT2- Project 1(You can choose another organisation topic for this assessment, which must be
approved by assessor.)
This assessment task will be completed by you at home in your own time. You will be given a brief
that will be read thoroughly and you will construct a research proposal by writing a report addressing
the CEO (Assessor)
Brief:
Part A
For this task, you are to understand that you work for ASOC (a fairly new RTO located at Melbourne,
CBD). The company CEO has just declared that ASOC is ready to expand further to Tasmania and
Sydney. Your task is to construct a research proposal on the following topics:
- Research on the potential risks that can be faced.
- Attracting potential clientele.
You are required to construct a research proposal addressing the CEO by writing a report in Word
format (printout to be provided)which includes the following:
1. Introduction: summarise the research project’s background.
2. Purpose: describe why the research is to be undertaken, and what benefit it could bring to the
organisation.
3. Hypothesis: the idea or assumption that will be tested by the research project
4. Research strategy: the strategy can only include research methods that can be performed in
the organisation within the timeline given.
5. Compliance: reference the sections of the company’s policy and procedures that apply to your
research project.
6. Ethical compliance: research relevant research ethics and codes of conduct and identify
those that have a direct bearing on the research project. Give a summary of these.
7. Target group: your target group’s profile and needs will depend on the following factors but
not limited to: potential clients which are the students in international market, domestic
students, etc.
8. Context: describe the context the research will be carried out in. That should include the
cultural, social, geographical or financial factors in which ASOC operates.
9. Research methods: review and describe at least three of each of the following:
- Applied Research methods

- Applied research theories
- Data collection techniques
You are required to select the most appropriate methods to gather and analyse data for your research
project and explain why you have chosen the same.
10. Data collection: describe the mechanisms that will be used to systematically collect and
maintain the data.

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11. Describe the technology (computers, electronic spreadsheets, etc.) and technology services
(internet, search engines etc.) you will use to support your data collection and analysis.
12. Sample size; give the number of samples that you intend to base your research on. Explain
how you arrived at that number and whether that is a valid sample size for the planned
project.
13. Data validity: describe how the research results will prove (or disprove) the original
hypothesis. Summarise any limitations that the research design could have on the validity of
the results and how that could be improved.
14. Data reliability: describe how reliable the results of the research should be, given the intended
sample size. Explain how the research design limits the reliability of the results and how that
could be improved.
15. Data integrity: describe how the integrity of the data collected and analysis tools used will
optimise the relevance of the research for the organisation.
You will retain the copy of the Research Proposal (Draft) for the next task.
Project checklist - Assessor to complete
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Communication | Is the Yes Safety | Is the Yes

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 Ask for help when
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Assessment Task 3: Project-2
Date of Submission:

Feedback:

my appeal rights.
Date: ................................................................. Date: ......................................
Assessment Task 3 (AT3) - Project 2

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applied research (organized by the trainer)

 This assessment will be completed by you partially at home in your own time and in ASOC
classroom. You are required to complete the task and submit the assessment to the
assessor at a date and time specified by the Assessor.
 You must satisfactorily perform all tasks to be deemed Satisfactory for this assessment.
 Part A of the task will completed in classroom and Part B of the Assessment task will be
completed by you at home in their own time.
assessor.
 When you quote, paraphrase, summarise or copy information from the sources you are using
 Access all resources mentioned in required resources, either printed copies or access via the
internet.
 You are required to complete this assessment task partially at home and at ASOC classroom.
 Time required for assessment: 1 week
 You must:
 Produce all evidence as required in the Project assessment.
 Final copy of Research Proposal (Printout)
 Research Report (Printout)

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AT3- Project 2
(You can choose another organisation topic for this assessment, which must be approved by assessor.)
For this assessment task, you are required to read the requirements and complete two parts of the
task.
Part A
For this part of the task, you are required to demonstrate your capacity to review and evaluate 2
applied research methods and 3 data collection techniques. You will meet the CEO (Assessor)
and discuss the Draft research proposal developed in AT1 and the research project’s
requirements. You will:
1. Discuss each section of your proposal with the CEO, taking notes on their feedback.
2. Clarify your proposal and get the CEO’s confirmation to begin the research.
3. During the meeting you should make a point of using vocabulary that is appropriate.
4. The communication style that you use should be appropriate for a meeting with your company’s
CEO (polite, business-like and respectful).
5. During the meeting, you are required to demonstrate effective communication skills including:
- Speaking clearly and concisely
- Using non-verbal communication to assist with understanding
- Asking questions to identify required information
- Responding to questions as required.
- Using active listening techniques to confirm understanding
6. Ensure that you have a clear picture of what is required of you before concluding the meeting.
Part B
1. Following the meeting with the CEO (Assessor) in Part A, you are required to revise your
research proposal developed in AT1. Make the necessary changes to the Research proposal and
keep the final copy of Research Proposal for submission.
2. You are now required to conduct the research that has been planned as per the Final Research
Proposal. You must take notes on the research you undertake to provide evidence of your
research process in the next activity. The notes should include:
a) Information from the websites visited.
b) Steps taken in data collection process.
c) The technology and technology services used in collecting data.
3. You are required to now document your research findings- You will present the same in a written
MS Word format. The research report must include the following:
a) Summary: give an overview of your research findings, highlighting any surprising, important,
or outlying results.
b) Methods: describe how you carried out the research, following the notes you took from the
CEO (Assessor) in Part A
c) Results: these should be recorded as set out in your research proposal.

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d) Analysis: describe the tools (including technology and technology services) that were used to
analyse the data once it had been collected. Perform, and describe, statistical analysis of the
data to identify possible trends and, where possible, to confirm the data’s reliability.
e) Impact: evaluate how your research findings could impact on the organisation’s learning
strategy. If this includes changes to the organisation’s policies and procedures, suggest what
these could be.
f) Accuracy: review your data and research findings for accuracy of details and adherence to
the company’s relevant policies and procedures.
g) Relevance: analyse your data and results against your original applied research strategy to
establish its relevance.
Further research: identify if further research should be carried out.
Project checklist - Assessor to complete
Student Assessment Criteria Assessor to tick the Assessor to

appropriate box tick the
appropriate
box
Section 1 Section 2

 Communicate clearly with  Work safely at all
others times
 Ask for help when needed  Ensure your
 Follow instructions actions do not put
 Identify the task the safety of
requirements yourself or others
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concepts and
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Student details
Assessment details
Assessment Task 4: Presentation
Date of Submission:

Feedback:

Check for plagiarism software Yes No result as above for this
my appeal rights.
Signature: ......................................................... Signature: ...................................
Date: ................................................................. Date: ..........................................

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Assessment Task 4 (AT4)- Presentation

 Projector for PowerPoint presentation
applied research (organized by the trainer)
assessor.

 This assessment will be completed by you in ASOC classroom where you will conduct a
presentation for at least 10-15 mins with the resources listed above.
assessor.
 When you quote, paraphrase, summarise or copy information from the sources you are using

 Access all resources mentioned in required resources either printed copies or access via the
internet.
 You are required to complete the presentation in ASOC classroom.
 Time required for assessment: 10-15 mins for each student
 You must:
 Produce all evidence as required.
 Deliver presentation using either whiteboard or PowerPoint presentation

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AT4- Presentation
1. The objective of this assessment task is to present the research findings in a clear and a
logical manner that is consistent with the needs of the audience.
2. The Assessor will advise the date and time of the presentation and will organise a minimum of
2 students to be present in the role of the organisation’s Management team members.
3. You will use either PowerPoint or a whiteboard to present your research findings.
Points to be remembered by you:
 You will use a range of communication skills (visual as well as oral) to establish and retain the
attention of the audience.
 The communication style that you use must be appropriate.
 After introducing self and welcoming the participants, you will describe your applied research
project and the findings as set out in your Research proposal (final) and Research Report.

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Student Assessment Criteria Assessor to tick the Assessor to

appropriate box tick the
appropriate
box
Section 1 Section 2

 Communicate clearly with  Work safely at all
others times
 Ask for help when needed  Ensure your
 Follow instructions actions do not put
 Identify the task the safety of
requirements including yourself or others
document purpose and at risk
proposed audience
 Consult with others to
determine meeting
concepts and requirements
 Clarify task requirements
with supervisor (assessor)
as required
Section 3 Assessor to tick the appropriate
document completed by the student.
Whilst presenting research and findings, did the student clearly explain:
Yes
 Introduce self and discuss the main basis of the
presentation. No
Yes
 Presents the Aims, purpose and context of the
research. No
Yes
 During the presentation did the student:
No
- Speak clearly and concisely
- Use non-verbal communication to assist with
understanding
- Asking questions to identify required information
- Respond to the questions asked by the audience
- Use active listening skills to confirm
understanding
Yes
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 Detailed evaluation report attached Yes

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Final Assessment Record
Student name: Student ID:
Date of
Assessor name:
completion:
Unit of competency: BSBRES801 - Initiate and Lead Applied Research

Student results
Assessments Not Yet
Satisfactory Satisfactory Not Submitted
Assessment task 1:Knowledge Test

Assessment task 2: Project-1
Assessment task 3: Project-2
Assessment task 4: Presentation
Comments/ Feedback:
Unit outcome: Competent Not Yet Competent
Is re-assessment required? Yes No
Assessor Signoff
By signing this final assessment record:
 I confirm that the student has attempted all requirements of this unit of competency
 I am satisfied the work submitted is their own work.
 I have informed the participant of the assessment decision.

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Assessor signature: Date:
Student Signoff
By signing this final assessment record:
 I have received, discussed and accept the outcome from my assessment as above for this unit of
competency and I am aware of my right to appeal.
Student signature: Date:

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Candidate Feedback Form

Unit: BSBRES801 - Initiate and Lead Applied Research
Candidate’s Name:
Assessor’s Name:
Please provide us some feedback on your assessment process.
Information provided on this form is used for evaluation of our assessment systems and processes.
This information is confidential and is not released to any external parties without your written consent.
Please tick  Yes or No for the questions below: Yes No
Did you receive information about the assessment prior to the date?
Were the instructions to the assessment clear and easy to understand?
Did you understand the purpose of the assessment?
Were you advised of the performance criteria?
Were you advised of the process of the assessment?
Were there any surprises in your assessment?
Did you feel the assessment was fair?
Was your assessor professional?
Did you feel the assessment was accurate?
Were you comfortable with the outcome?
Did you receive feedback about your assessment?
If you answered no to any of the above questions are you aware of the appeals process?
Comments:

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Appendix1- Assessment resource in simulated environment
Australian School of Commerce will conduct this assessment in computer lab by setting simulated business
environment which is safe and experiences typical writing field of work. The following resources will be made
available to the learner:
 Australian School of Commerce’s office equipment and resources
 sample organisational policies and procedures
Copyright: Instructions in this tool have been developed by NTA and Australian School of Commerce for sole purpose of use by Australian School of
Commerce. Any part of these assessment instructions cannot be reproduced in full or part for without approval of Australian School of Commerce and NTA
which holds authorship rights.

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ASSESSMENT RECEIPT FORM

Student Signature: _____________________________ Date: __________________

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Students must retain this as a Record of Submission

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About this booklet

The assessment booklet contains two (2) parts:

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Application of the unit of competency:

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Context and conditions for assessment:

Assessment tasks Assessment description Location of assessment

Assessment Task 1 This assessment requires you to satisfactorily

Assessment Task 2 This assessment includes report writing task

Outline of evidence to be collected:

Administration, recording and reporting requirements:

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Recording an assessment result:

Retaining assessment records:

For unit of competency:

For assessment task:

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Student access to records:

Reasonable adjustments and special learning needs:

Any adjustments made must:

Reasonable adjustment may consist of:

 using large print material

Complaints and appeals:

Plagiarism, cheating and assessment dishonesty:

Student signature: ............................................................... Date: ....../....../.......

Assessment Task Cover Sheet Task 1 (AT1)

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Student Name: Student ID:

Unit of Competency: BSBRES801 - Initiate and Lead Applied Research

Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Test

Assessment Outcome: Satisfactory Not Satisfactory

Assessor: I declare that I have conducted a fair, valid, reliable and

Signature: ......................................................... Signature: ..................................

Assessment Task 1 (AT1)- Knowledge Test

Instructions for students:

Planning the assessment

Explain three data collection methods. Include at least one manual S

Assessment Task Cover Sheet Task 2 (AT2)

Unit of Competency: BSBRES801 - Initiate and Lead Applied Research

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Assessment Task 2: Project-1

Assessment Outcome: Satisfactory Not Satisfactory

Assessor: I declare that I have conducted a fair, valid, reliable and

Signature: ......................................................... Signature: ..................................

Date: ................................................................. Date: ........................................

Assessment Task 2 (AT2) - Project 1

Instructions for students:

Planning the assessment

 Draft copy of Research proposal (Printout)

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1. Introduction: summarise the research project’s background.

- Applied Research methods

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Project checklist - Assessor to complete

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Student Signature: ___________ Date: