BSBLDR602 Provide Leadership Across the
Organisation
Learner Assessment Pack
V3.0 August 2021
Evidence recorded | Evidence Type/ Method of assessment | Evidence Submitted |
Unit Assessment Part 1 | Unit Knowledge Assessment (UKA) | Yes / No |
Unit Assessment Part 2 | Unit Skills Assessment (USA) | Yes / No |
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CONTENTS
UNIT OVERVIEW ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3
Unit Description ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3
ASSESSMENT EVIDENCE……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4
PERFORMANCE EVIDENCE ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4
KNOWLEDGE EVIDENCE …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4
ASSESSMENT CONDITIONS …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5
AQF SPECIFICATIONS FOR ASSESSMENTS ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5
Knowledge……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5
Skills ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5
Application …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 5
ACSF SPECIFICATIONS AND FOUNDATION SKILLS……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6
SUBMITTING ASSESSMENTS………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6
TRAINING RESOURCES……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6
UNIT ASSESSMENT PLAN ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 7
UNIT ASSESSMENT PART 1………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8
UNIT KNOWLEDGE ASSESSMENT (UKA) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 8
STUDENT TO COMPLETE AND SUBMIT………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8
STUDENT INSTRUCTIONS:…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9
UNIT ASSESSMENT PART 2………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..12
UNIT SKILLS ASSESSMENT (USA) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..12
STUDENT TO COMPLETE AND SUBMIT………………………………………………………………………………………………………..12
STUDENT INSTRUCTIONS:…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 12
1. CASE STUDY BASED PROJECT REPORT WITH ROLE PLAY TASK……………………………………………………………………………. 13
REQUIRED RESOURCES:……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 14
APPENDICES …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..21
APPENDIX: 01…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 22
Max lionel realty – Case study ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 22
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UNIT OVERVIEW
BSBLDR602 Provide Leadership Across the Organisation
UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate senior leadership behaviour and
personal and professional competence. Business ethics are also addressed in this unit.
It applies to individuals who have a role in inspiring and motivating others to achieve organisational goals
and to model professionalism in their organisation and industry. Leadership is seen in the context of the
organisational mission.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element |
1. Communicate organisational mission and goals |
1.1 Clarify objectives, values and standards in accordance with organisation’s strategic direction 1.2 Establish linkages between organisational objectives, values and standards and the responsibilities of relevant groups and individuals 1.3 Ensure media and language used is appropriate to individuals and group circumstances 1.4 State clear expectations of internal groups and individuals and explain in a manner which builds commitment to the organisation 1.5 Address expectations of the organisation 1.6 Investigate incidents promptly and communicate results clearly to relevant groups and individuals |
2. Influence groups and individuals |
2.1 Build trust, confidence and respect of diverse groups and individuals through positive role modelling and effective communication and consultation 2.2 Embrace, resource and effectively implement improvements to organisational and workplace culture 2.3 Demonstrate understanding of the global environment and new technology in work activities 2.4 Ensure actions convey flexibility and adaptability to change and accessibility 2.5 Ensure consultation and participation in decision making occurs with relevant groups and individuals where appropriate 2.6 Ensure decision making takes into account needs and expectations of both internal and external groups 2.7 Ensure decision making occurs in accordance with risk management plans for all options, and within appropriate timeframes 2.8 Ensure that the organisation is represented positively in the media and community |
3. Build and support teams |
3.1 Assign accountabilities and responsibilities to teams consistent with their competencies and operational plans 3.2 Ensure teams are resourced to allow them to achieve their objectives 3.3 Empower teams and individuals through effective delegation and support for their initiatives 3.4 Create and maintain a positive work environment 3.5 Encourage teams and individuals to develop innovative approaches to the |
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performance of work | |
4. Demonstrate personal and professional competence |
4.1 Model ethical conduct in all areas of work and encourage others to adopt business ethics 4.2 Adapt appropriate interpersonal and leadership styles to meet particular circumstances and situations 4.3 Set and achieve personal objectives and work program outcomes 4.4 Ensure self-performance and professional competence is continuously improved through engagement in a range of professional development activities 4.5 Participate regularly in industry/professional networks and groups |
ASSESSMENT EVIDENCE
To achieve competency in this unit a student must demonstrate their ability to complete tasks outlined in
elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the job role, and:
PERFORMANCE EVIDENCE
Evidence of the ability to use interpersonal and risk management skills to:
▪ clearly communicate the organisation’s objectives, values and standards to a range of stakeholders
using appropriate media and language
▪ influence, support and provide resources for individuals and groups to:
▪ participate in consultations and decision making processes
▪ contribute to innovation and improvements
▪ achieve their responsibilities and objectives
▪ facilitate consultative decision making processes with relevant internal and external stakeholders
▪ demonstrate ethical conduct and professional competence and continuing professional
development
▪ encourage others to adopt business ethics and build their commitment to the organisation.
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:
▪ explain business ethics and their application to leadership
▪ outline leadership styles and their application in supporting the organisation’s mission, objectives
and values
▪ explain the impact of legislation in providing leadership in the organisation
▪ explain the organisation’s mission, purpose and values
▪ describe organisation objectives, plans and strategies
▪ explain organisational change processes.
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ASSESSMENT CONDITIONS
Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent
performance of typical activities experienced in the management and leadership field of work and include
access to:
▪ relevant legislation, regulation, standards and codes
▪ relevant workplace documentation and resources
▪ case studies and, where possible, real situations
▪ interaction with others
Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.
AQF SPECIFICATIONS FOR ASSESSMENTS
AQF Specifications for Assessments in Advanced Diploma Qualifications:
This assessment is set in accordance with the criteria for AQF Level 6. As stated in the AQF specification for
the Advanced Diploma qualifications must be designed and accredited to enable graduates to demonstrate
the learning outcomes expressed as knowledge, skills and the application of knowledge and skills specified
in the level 6 criteria and the Advanced Diploma descriptor.
Students at this level will have specialised knowledge and skills for skilled/paraprofessional work and/or
further learning.
KNOWLEDGE
Students at this level will have broad theoretical and technical knowledge of a specific area or a broad field
of work and learning.
SKILLS
Students at this level will have a broad range of cognitive, technical and communication skills to select and
apply methods and technologies to:
• analyse information to complete a range of activities
• interpret and transmit solutions to unpredictable and sometimes complex problems
• transmit information and skills to others
APPLICATION
Students at this level will apply knowledge and skills to demonstrate autonomy, judgement and defined
responsibility in contexts that are subject to change and within broad parameters to provide specialist
advice and functions.
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ACSF SPECIFICATIONS AND FOUNDATION SKILLS
The term ‘Foundation Skills’ is currently used to include the core skills defined in the Australian Core Skills
Framework (ACSF) as well as the employability skills identified by employers as critical for effective
performance in the workplace.
Foundation skills encompass both the core skills of reading, writing, oral communication, numeracy and
learning as described by the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF), and the Employability Skills/Core
Skills for Work. They exist on a continuum from very basic skills to highly-developed and specialist skills.
The foundation skills for this unit are located in the Unit Outline Booklet and have been addressed in the
assessment as part of the performance criteria for this unit.
SUBMITTING ASSESSMENTS
Students should submit assessment tasks with the provided cover sheet.
Assessments should be submitted on or before their due date. Extensions for individual assessment tasks
may be negotiated in specific circumstances. Consultation on this must occur prior to the due date and
extensions due to illness will require a medical certificate. Extensions must be confirmed by the Academic
Manager in writing.
TRAINING RESOURCES
The student will have access to the following:
• AIE Student Workbook
• PowerPoint presentation
• Learner Assessment Pack (LAP)
• Access to a computer, the Internet and word-processing system such as MS Word.
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UNIT ASSESSMENT PLAN
To demonstrate competence in this unit, you must be assessed as satisfactory in each of the following
assessment part.
Evidence recorded | Evidence Type/ Method of assessment | Evidence Submitted |
Unit Assessment Part 1 | Unit Knowledge Assessment (UKA) | Yes / No |
Unit Assessment Part 2 | Unit Skills Assessment (USA) | Yes / No |
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UNIT ASSESSMENT PART 1
UNIT KNOWLEDGE ASSESSMENT (UKA)
STUDENT TO COMPLETE AND SUBMIT
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STUDENT INSTRUCTIONS:
You are required to demonstrate the knowledge you have gained from undertaking BSBLDR602 Provide
Leadership Across the Organisation unit of competency.
• All questions must be answered correctly to be completed satisfactorily.
• All knowledge assessments are untimed and are conducted as open book (this means student can
refer to textbooks or any resources).
• Student may handwrite/use computers to answer the questions.
• This assessment task may be completed in a classroom, at home, learning management system (i.e.
Moodle), or independent learning environment.
• You must complete all questions unassisted by the assessor or other personnel but may refer to
reference material as needed.
Submission details
• The Assessment Task is due on the date specified by your trainer. Any variations to this
arrangement must be approved in writing by your trainer.
• Fill out and attach the Assessment Submission form to the documents you are submitting to be
marked.
• Please answer each question on a separate page provided and clearly indicate the question number
at the top of the page.
• The Trainer/Assessor may further prompt and question in order to receive answers of
appropriate quality or if further clarification is required and to validate authenticity of your
submitted work.
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Answer all of the following questions.
(30-50 words) each
1. Explain the meaning of each of the following terms:
• Organisational mission
• Strategic Direction
2. Describe why it is important to establish links between organisational goals and the activities
and responsibilities of staff within the organisation?
3. Describe how you could build commitment to organisational goals?
4. List five operational expectations that an organisation should consider.
5. List three types of incidents and describe how they may impact on the success of an
organisation achieving its goals?
2:
6. Why should an organisation have risk management plans? Why should they be referred to
when making decisions about organisational activities?
7. Describe why it is important for an organisation to develop a good relationship with the media
and the community
8. What does it mean to assign accountabilities and responsibilities to a team?
9. Describe at least two ways in which you could determine whether or not a team is empowered
to complete a task or project
10. Describe five ways in which you could create and maintain a positive work environment in an
unhappy workplace that has been led by a person who does not consult, maintains tight
control over all tasks performed and never delegates.
11. Describe three examples of flexible workplace practices that allow creativity and innovation in
the workplace.
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12. Explain what it means to adopt business ethics in the workplace?
13. Briefly describe three different leadership styles and describe each one.
14. Describe two different circumstances in which you would to need to adapt your leadership
style.
15. Give three examples of professional development activities and describe how they could help
you develop and maintain your leadership competencies.
16. Describe two examples of organisational change processes.
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UNIT ASSESSMENT PART 2
UNIT SKILLS ASSESSMENT (USA)
STUDENT TO COMPLETE AND SUBMIT
STUDENT INSTRUCTIONS:
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The project is designed to assess the skills required to strategically manage the marketing process and
marketing personnel within an organization (simulated business called ‘Max Lionel Realty’).
• If you are not sure about any aspect of the assessment or would like to discuss your particular
needs, please speak to your trainer.
• Your trainer will tell you the date you need to submit your assignment.
• You need to complete all parts and submit them together by the due date.
• This project assignment is to be completed using the “Max Lionel Realty” case study. It is included
in the “Appendix”.
• The checklist table will identify the records that you are required to prepare and submit (as a single
submission).
• Your assignment must be typed (in 12 point type on A4 paper) and you need to complete an
Assessment Cover Page.
• Make sure you keep a copy of your assignment before you hand it in to your trainer
Note :
Any Role Play or Presentation needs to be completed in the class with your Trainer / Assessor on the
date specified by your trainer.
1. CASE STUDY BASED PROJECT REPORT WITH ROLE PLAY TASK
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This project assignment is to be completed using the “Max Lionel Realty” case study. It is included in the
“Appendix”. Overall, the assessment requires students to demonstrate senior leadership behaviour and
personal and professional competence. This includes communicating organisational mission and goals,
influencing groups and individuals, building and supporting teams, and demonstrating personal and
professional competence. The assessment has 4 Tasks and the details are provided below:
Task 1: In this part students will be required to ensure the organisational expectations are met and
investigate incidents in accordance with legal and organisational requirements. Students will also
communicate organisational missions and goals to internal stakeholders.
Task 2: In this part students will plan the implementation and resourcing of an organisational change
strategy, consult with various stakeholders and implement a key part of the change strategy.
Task 3: In this part students are required to build and support teams by assigning responsibilities, providing
resources, creating a positive work environment and encouraging teams.
Task 4: In this part students are required to demonstrate personal and professional competence by
reflecting on your skills and completing professional development activities.
REQUIRED RESOURCES:
▪ The “Max Lionel Realty” case study.
▪ Appendix
▪ Class Materia
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Unit Skills Assessment
Task 1
In this activity you will be required to ensure the organisational expectations are met and
investigate incidents in accordance with legal and organisational requirements. You will also
communicate organisational missions and goals to internal stakeholders.
• You will be using the scenario given below and also Additional information provided at the
end of this project – ‘Max Lionel Realty’ , Case Study Resources to do these project tasks
• You must submit evidence as per the ‘Checklist and Scope of Submission’ given below
Your Role:
You are the Operations Manager at Max Lionel Realty and are responsible for overseeing
operations across the entire organisation. You work with the CEO to form strategy and implement
policies, assist the Human Resources Department with training and managing staff, assist the
Finance Department with overseeing the accountants and work with the Marketing Department to
promote the business.
The Scenario:
The year is 2020 and you are dealing with the impact COVID-19 has had on the businesses
operations. A lockdown has occurred and your staff can no longer come to the office. You are
required to prepare for remote work arrangements and ensure quality of work is not impacted.
a) In order for work-from-home arrangements to be successful, you are required to prepare an
Remote Work Information Guide that is to be distributed to staff members. In your Remote Work
Information Guide you must:
(300-400 words)
• Confirm the Max Lionel Realty’s mission, values and objectives
• Explain the link between organisational objectives, values and standards with the
responsibilities of the individual staff member
• State the expectations that you have of the staff members as they work-from-home
• Establish the media platforms that will be used to communicate with staff and to pass
information remotely. Confirm that staff is able to use these platforms and offer training if
they cannot. E.g. email.
b) As the Operations Manager, you must now investigate three main risks that may occur during
the work-from-home process and take note of how they can be resolved. Once completed,
compose an email to relevant internal stakeholders and staff members, providing and
summarising them with your Remote Work Information Guide. In your email, you must also
explain risks staff may face while working-from-home, and how they can overcome these issues.
(150-200 words)
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Task 1: Your assessor will be looking for:
Before you hand in Task 1, use the checklist below to make sure you have completed all the activities and have
included all the relevant information. Ensure you have:
• Confirmed objectives, values and standards according to organisation’s strategic direction
• Established links between organisational objectives, values and standards and the responsibilities of relevant
groups and individuals
• Confirmed that media and language used for communicating organisational mission and goals meets the
needs of individuals and group
• Stated expectations of internal groups and individuals
• Investigated incidents and communicate results to relevant groups and individuals according to
organisational policies and procedures
To: [enter stakeholder email]
From: [enter your email address]
Subject:
Dear [Inset recipient/s name],
[Opening greeting]
[Email text – Provide/Explain Remote Work Information Guide]
[Email text – Provide/Explain work-from-home risks]
[Email text – Mention which files are attached]
[Final Greeting]
Kind regards,
[Insert sender name]
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Task 2
In this Task you will plan the implementation and resourcing of an organisational change strategy,
consult with various stakeholders and implement a key part of the change strategy. You need to
build support for the implementation at all stages.
• You will be using the scenario given and Additional information provided in the Appendix
to do these tasks
• You must submit evidence as per the ‘Checklist and Scope of Submission’ given below
a) As a manager at Max Lionel Realty, develop an Action Plan for 2020/2021 to achieve the
objectives outlined in the Appendix. Using the Operational Plan in the appendix, your Action Plan
must include:
(200-250 words)
• The 3 key objectives that your team must prioritise
• How will these objectives be measured
• What tasks are to be completed.
• Decide the order in which tasks are to be completed and assign timeframes for each task.
b) The CEO has realised that they have not planned for the changes to work practices resulting
from COVID. Therefore, as the operations manager, you are required to identify new technology
that can be implemented by the organisation, to facilitate work-from-home and other COVID safe
practices. Provide an explanation for each piece of technology, which can be software or
hardware, and how it can be integrated into the workplace.
(150-200 words)
Note: as technology changes rapidly, the internet can be a good research tool for up-to-date
information.
c) Prepare an Instagram post for your organisation, that quickly and easily highlights:
• the objectives of your action plan
• the main tasks you will be completing
• the timeframe for when these are to be achieved
Ensure your post is short, attractive and informative. Determine what information will go in the
post and what will go in the caption.
(Post max 25 words – caption max 50 words)
Task 2: Your assessor will be looking for:
Before you hand in Task 2, use the checklist below to make sure you have completed all the activities and have
included all the relevant information. Ensure you have:
• Made decisions according to organisational policies and procedures and work task timeframes
• Facilitated improvements to organisational and workplace policies and procedures
• Facilitated integration of global environment and new technology into work activities
• Represented organisation in the media and community
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Task 3
Scenario 2
About the Training Session:
Before the lockdown occurs, Max Lionel Realty staff needs to be trained so that they can workfrom-home effectively.
As the Operations Manager at Max Lionel Realty (MLR), the CEO has asked you to organise a
training session to improve organisational culture, keep staff up-to-date and ensure ethical and
legal compliance by agents.
The key outcomes of this training session must be:
• Ensuring staff understands your Remote Work Information Guide
• Ensuring staff is motivated and mentally prepared to work-from-home
• Ensuring staff understands their ethical and legal compliance requirements
• Ensuring staff has the necessary systems in place to fulfill client demands and operate
without loss in productivity.
• Training staff in COVID Work Health and Safety practices.
The Training Session Requirements:
The training must be conducted for 15 agents and should be completed within one business day.
Total budget for the change strategy: $6,000
The following costs are associated with the resources:
To run the training workshop, the following resources are available from AusTrain Consultants:
Human Resources | Cost |
Motivational Speaker | $120/hr |
Performance Enhancement Advisor | $180/hr |
Advertising consultant | $150/hr |
Legal Consultant | $300/hr |
Quality assurance consultant | $120/hr |
WHS trainer/facilitator | $120/hr |
Anti discrimination trainer/ facilitator | $120/hr |
Physical Resources | Cost |
Food catering | $120 / hr |
Training Room | $300 / hr |
Chairs and Tables | $50 /hr for 1 chair and 1 table |
Print material | $20 per person |
Transportation service (10 people max) | $200 per hour |
Projector | $100 /day |
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a) As per the training session requirements in Scenario 2 above, you must now prepare a Training
Session Plan using the template provided in Appendix 2. In your plan you must:
(250-300 words)
• Set an agenda for the day
• Determine which Human and Physical resources will be needed and for how long
• Determine which resources will be needed at what time of the day. E.g. Food catering will
be needed around lunch time, motivational speaker is needed at the beginning of the day
and only for an hour.
• Assign responsibilities to team members for the training day and explain when and how
they must complete these responsibilities. E.g. the accountant must ensure the training
session is within budget, the labourer must set-up and pack-up the chairs and table.
b) The training session was successful, and you decide to compose an email summarising the main
points of the day for the staff that attended. In your email you must provide words of motivation
to staff to keep up their positive momentum and encourage them to adopt innovative approaches
to their work to overcome the challenges of COVID.
(75-100 words)
Task 3: Your assessor will be looking for:
Before you hand in Task 3, use the checklist below to make sure you have completed all the activities and have
included all the relevant information. Ensure you have:
• Assign accountabilities and responsibilities to teams according to competencies and operational plans
• Resource teams to allow them to achieve their objectives
• Create and maintain a positive work environment
• Encourage teams and individuals to develop innovative approaches to work tasks
To: [enter stakeholder email]
From: [enter your email address]
Dear [Inset recipient/s name],
[Opening greeting]
[Email text – communicate results of investigation]
[Email text – Mention which files are attached]
[Final Greeting]
Kind regards,
[Insert sender name]
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Task 4
Scenario 3:
After 2 months of work from home practices, you learn that staff are cutting corners in their paper
work as they feel no one is watching over them. This leads to many non-compliances and Max
Lionel Realty staff are losing their reputation for being professional and ethical agents. Staff is also
losing motivation and some staff members feel disconnected and anxious about the future.
a) The CEO asks you to explain how you have coped with work from home, as a manager. You
must provide the CEO with a report explaining the following:
(150-200 words)
• How you enforced ethical conduct and good business practices in your own work
• How you ensure you are effective by setting personal goals and objectives
• How you can convey these practices and provide leadership to staff who is also working
from home and encourage them to do the same
• What professional development activities you intend to engage in while you are at home.
Task 4: Your assessor will be looking for:
Before you hand in Task 4, use the checklist below to make sure you have completed all the activities and have
included all the relevant information. Ensure you have:
• Modelled ethical conduct in own work and encourage others to adopt business ethics
• Adapted interpersonal and leadership styles to meet circumstances and situations
• Set and aimed to achieve personal objectives and work program outcomes
• Engaged in professional development activities and industry and professional networks and groups
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APPENDICES
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APPENDIX: 01
MAX LIONEL REALTY – CASE STUDY
Max Lionel Realty Business Plan FY 2020/21
About Max Lionel Realty
Max Lionel Realty (MLR) was founded in 2008 by property developer Max Lionel. The company
currently employs approximately 100 people, 80 of whom are licensed real estate agents.
Through its client agents, the organization manages property sales and rentals (both residential
and commercial) on behalf of a range of clients. The organization also separately engages in
investment activities, such as property and land development.
Max Lionel Realty has been a member of the Real Estate Institute of NSW (REINSW) since 2008
and proudly follows the REINSW Code of Practice.
Mission:
• To achieve the highest returns for our clients and to deliver a client experience that is
second to none in the industry
Vision:
• To establish, within five years, the MLR brand – the highest ethical standards with best-inband performance for clients.
Values:
• Integrity
• Client-focus
• Active encouragement of excellence, innovation and continuous improvement
• Teamwork
• Recognition of the diversity and expertise of MLR employees and agents.
Strategic directions:
The strategic context in which Max Lionel Realty will achieve its mission and vision is through:
• Engaging with customers and clients
• Building goodwill and reputation for integrity
• Supporting innovative thinking, management and leadership skills
• Creating a high-performance, highly profitable organization
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Operational Plan
Max Lionel Realty Operational Plan (Summary) FY 2020/2021
Objective | Performance measures | Tasks | |
1 | Engage with customers/build ethical profile: • Raise organization al profile by 20% • Improve client satisfaction performanc e by 25% |
• Percentage of brand recognition in sought-after categories in periodic customer surveys. • Percentage of customers with positive view of organizational responsiveness, innovation, quality • Number of client/ tenant complaints. |
• Project to raise awareness of anti discrimination, WHS and other legislation/codes of conduct among agents, clients, tenants. • Conduct of quarterly surveys: clients and tenants. • Training needs analysis and training of agents. • Ensure agents disclose potential conflict of interest to clients, tenants. • Development of ethical charter, including principles all agents must follow. |
2 | Increase revenues by 20% within the third quarter |
• Total income • Agent income • Investment income |
• Investigate resourcing needs: Number of agents; personnel; office equipment, cars, etc. • Fulfil resourcing needs in accordance with policies and procedures. |
3 | Reduce direct and indirect costs of operations by 10% |
• General ledger accounts; Financial statements: o Wages o Cost of agent services o Consultancy fees o Wastage and associated expenses. |
• Renegotiate with suppliers • Research potential new suppliers • Management engagement with employees to achieve greater employee support of organizational goals. • Include explanation of how activities work with organizational strategic goal in all communications to internal personnel. • Greater use by managers of budgets to encourage restraint • Greater focus on budget restraint in management of projects. |
4 | Engage workers with strategic goals of business and support professional development in line with strategic goals. (Targets to be set by individual managers) |
• Percentage completion of performance plans and performance management process. • Numbers of coaching sessions completed • Numbers of operational-related training programs completed |
• Management engagement with employees to achieve greater buy in of organizational goals • Include explanation of how activities work with organizational strategic goals in all communications to internal personnel • Regular coaching • Training needs analysis and training • Strategic goals included in induction program for estate agents. • Employees incentives for performance in all areas relevant to operational and strategic goals. |
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5 | Improve health of employees (range of specific areas). |
• Numbers of injuries (Target = 0). • Numbers of absentees (Target= <3% of total hours). |
• Training needs analysis and training on WHS and implementation of recently launched MLR WHS management system. • Research incentives for :Safe work achievement and healthy lifestyle |
Operational Risk Register
Max Lionel Realty Risk Register FY 2020/2021
Identified Risk | Probability | Impact | Current controls | Future actions |
Failure to recruit qualified real estate agents due to increased competition |
Medium | High | All office equipment regularly reviewed and updated as required; IT security monitored and maintained. |
Industry benchmarking in all areas of organizational performance. |
Failure to realise revenue gains due to recent slump in real estate prices |
High | High | Appropriate insurance held and coverage reviewed annually |
Conduct periodic reviews of agent performance to ensure professional conduct. |
Inadequate insurance cover | Low | High | Managers encouraged and incentivised to follow performance management policy |
Staff trained in use of technology as needed. |
Non-compliance on anti discrimination |
Medium | High | Employee performance plans align with business plan and six-monthly review process in place. |
Keep abreast of changes in potential liabilities. |
Perception of discriminatory practice reducing client and tenant base. |
Medium | High | Project to raise awareness of antidiscrimination, WHS and other legislation/codes of conduct among agents. Clients, tenants. |
Review and develop HR related policies where required. |
Poor organizational culture; low level of staff engagement and morale |
Medium | Medium | Appropriate HR policies and procedures in place. |
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Loss of knowledge and capability through departing staff |
Low | High | WHS management system in place |
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Failure to meet occupational health and safety requirements. |
Low | High |
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COMMUNICATION PLAN (EXAMPLE)
What | Who | Purpose | When/Frequency | Type/methods |
Initiation meeting | All stakeholders | Gather information for initiation plan |
FIRST Before project start date |
Meeting |
Distribute project initiation plan |
All stakeholders | Distribute plan to alert stakeholders of project scope and to gain support |
Before kick-off meeting. Before project start date. |
Project snapshot distributed via hard copy or electronically. May be posted on project website. |
Project kick-off | All stakeholders | Communicate plans and stakeholder roles/ responsibilities. Encourage communication among stakeholders. |
At or near project start date |
Meeting |
Status reports | All stakeholders and project officer |
Update stakeholders on progress of the project |
Regularly scheduled. Weekly is recommended for small-medium projects. |
Distribute status report electronically and post via website. |
Team meetings | Entire project team. Individual meetings for sub-teams as appropriate. |
To review detailed plans (tasks, assignments, and action items). |
Regularly scheduled. Weekly is recommended for entire team. Weekly or bi-weekly for sub teams as needed. |
Meeting: Detailed plan. |
Sponsor meetings | Sponsor/s and Project Manager |
Update sponsor/s on status and discuss critical issues. Seek approval for changes to project plan. |
Regularly scheduled. Recommended bi weekly or monthly and also as needed when issues cannot be resolved or changes need to be made to project plan. |
Meeting |
Media and community promotion |
Marketing team | Promote benefits of the project to community |
As determined by marketing team |
Internet Magazine Radio |
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APPENDIX: 02
Training Session Plan | |
Session Date | Session Coordinator |
Session Agenda | |
Resources Required | |
Session Timeline / Resource Timings | |
Assigned Responsibilities | |
Individuals Role | Assigned Responsibility |
Total Cost of Resources |