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BSBCRT611 Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving
Student assessment Booklet – Task 3
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Assessment Task Cover Sheet – Assessment Task 3

Students: Please fill out this cover sheet clearly and accurately. Make sure you have kept a copy of your work.

Unit Code / Name	BSBCRT611 Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving
Name:
Date of submission:
STUDENT DECLARATION I __________________________________________________ declare that these tasks are my own work.  None of this work has been completed by any other person.  I have not cheated or plagiarised the work or colluded with any other student/s in the completion of this work.  I have correctly referenced all resources and reference texts throughout these assessment tasks.  I understand that if I am found to be in breach of the RTO’s policies, disciplinary action may be taken against me. Student Signature: ______________________________________________Date: _______________
Assessor to complete
Assessment Task Number and Title	Satisfactory/ Not satisfactory	Date	Is this a reassessment? Y/N	If yes, what attempt?
Assessment Task 3: Project – Systematic decision-making	1st attempt __
2nd attempt __
Re-assessment __

Assessor’s Signature: __________________________________ Date: _______________
BSBCRT611 Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving
Student assessment Booklet – Task 3
Version 3.0 March 2023, Approved Quality assurance & Compliance Manager
Pan Bird Pty Ltd t/a Tr4in Right l RTO Code 22281 l CRICOS Code 03618G Page 2 of 6
Copyright © 2021 RTO Works

Assessment Task 3: Systematic decision-making

TASK SUMMARY
In this task, you are required to demonstrate your knowledge and skills you have learned from this unit to:
 Develop systematic decision making

RESOURCES AND EQUIPMENT REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THIS TASK
 Learning/Student Guide
 Project Portfolio
 Brief Outline
 Self-evaluation checklist
 Simulation Pack
Note: If you are not using the Case Study WORLDUCATION and you wish to use an organisation that you have
worked or are currently working with, you must discuss this with your Assessor and ensure that you have access
to similar documents in the Simulation Pack such as:

Strategic Plan	 Performance Management Policy and Procedures
 Finance Authorisation Policy and Procedures	 Documentation Policy and Procedures
 New Supplier Policy	 Brief Outline
 Privacy Policy and Procedures	 Self-evaluation Checklist

 Access to a computer, printer, Internet, and email software (if required)
 MS Office application (or similar)
 A suitable place (or simulated workplace) to complete activities that replicates a business environment including
a meeting space.
IS THIS AN OPEN BOOK? YES
WHEN DO I NEED TO SUBMIT THIS TASK? END OF WEEK 3

WHAT DO I NEED TO SUBMIT?

Completed Section 2 of your Project Portfolio
 Brief Outline
 Feedback register
 Organisational Policies – brief

 Assessment Task cover sheet

 Reference List and Plagiarism Check report (if applicable)

 Plagiarism check report (if applicable)

 Self-evaluation checklist

WHERE SHOULD I COMPLETE THIS TASK?
 In or outside the classroom or campus or anywhere that suits the student
HOW WILL I ANSWER THE TASK?
 Your answers must be your OWN words (not copied from others)
HOW WILL I SUBMIT MY ASSESSMENT?
 Your assessor will provide you with instructions on how to submit your assessment during class delivery
WHAT DO I NEED TO DO IF I GET SOMETHING WRONG?
 If your assessor marks any of your answers as incorrect, they will talk to you about resubmission
WORD LIMIT : 1,500 (about)

ASSESSMENT INSTRUCTIONS AND ACTIVITIES
PART A1: PREPARATION (INITIAL)

 Refer to the same case study business (Worlducation) that you used in Assessment Task 2.
 Refer to the Simulation Pack along with all related documents sent to you.
 If it’s your own business or a business where you are working or are familiar with that you used in
Assessment Task 2, then continue to refer to the same business for this assessment task.
 Read through the requirements of Section 2 and 3 of your Project Portfolio

PART B: SYSTEMATIC APPROACH TO DECISION-MAKING

Complete Section 2 of your Project Portfolio.
When you complete Section 2 you need to:
1. Summarise the outcomes of your meeting with the stakeholder, including:
a. an outline of two(2) critical thinking techniques used to generate solution alternatives with
other stakeholders
b. a list of four to six alternative solutions.
2. Evaluate each identified solution to establish their feasibility, including:
a. success criteria
b. constraints
c. evaluation of each alternative against the criteria and constraints
d. list of all feasible options.
3. Use one(1) appropriate tool/technique to compare all feasible alternatives with one another.
Include:
a. a description of the tool or technique used
b. proof of your comparison
c. an assessment of bias in your decision-making
4. Choose the best solution and explain:
a. why did you choose it
b. how does it meet the legislation and organisational policy requirements
c. are there any risks associated with your solution?
d. what are the advantages of the chosen solution?
e. what are the resources required?
5. Prepare a brief outline on your proposed solution (use “Brief Outline template”).

You must:
a. Refer to the Organisational Policies and Procedures when writing the brief.
b. attach certain documents as part of your evidence – review the documents you need to attach
as outlined in Section 2 of the Project Portfolio and make sure you attach these upon
submission.
Notes and Guide:
When preparing the Brief Outline, you must demonstrate the following skills:
 Ability to communicate relationships between ideas and information, matching style of
writing to purpose and audience.

 Make sure you have answered all questions in Section 2. Submit to your assessor for review.  In preparation for Assessment Task 3: o arrange a meeting with at least one of the key stakeholders responsible for decision-making. o For the purpose of this role-play, your assessor or another student can act as a one or more stakeholders.
 Before you continue, read through the requirements of Section 3 of your Project Portfolio.  Make sure you have your brief available and ready to present.  As part of Section 3, you are required to develop a feedback register to use at the meeting. Do this before meeting with the stakeholders and use the register at the meeting.	i

What do I need to hand in for this task?	Have I completed this?
Section 2 of the Project Portfolio	
Brief Outline	
Feedback register
Assessment Task cover sheet	
Reference List (if applicable)	
Plagiarism check report (if applicable)	

FOR STUDENT TO COMPLETE
Assessment Task 3: Systematic decision-making
Student’s self-evaluation checklist
In completing this assessment task, I have developed knowledge and understanding of the following (Tick if completed)	Yes or No
Systematically approach decision-making by:
1.	presenting the scope of the complex issue to relevant stakeholders
2.	using two critical thinking techniques to generate four to six solutions for the complex issue
3.	evaluating each identified solution to establish feasibility, including: a. success criteria b. constraints c. evaluation of each alternative against the criteria and constraints d. a list of all feasible options.
4.	using one appropriate tool/technique to compare all feasible alternatives with one another, including: o a description of the tool or technique used o proof of their comparison o an assessment of bias in their decision-making.
5.	choosing the best solution and explaining: o why it was chosen o how it meets the legislation and organisational policy requirements o risks associated with the solution o advantages of the chosen solution o resources required.
6.	prepare a brief outline on the proposed solution following organisational policy.
When developing a brief outline, demonstrate the following abilities:  Ability to communicate relationships between ideas and information, matching style of writing to purpose and audience.
During interactions, demonstrate effective communication skills including:  Speaking clearly and concisely to articulate their ideas and requirements  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  Using a range of persuasive responses and comparisons in their presentation
I confirm that the above self-evaluation checklist is true and correct.
Student Name:	Student Signature: