This standard is about researching information. It includes identifying and recording appropriate sources of information, selecting relevant, valid and reliable data and recording and storing the data securely. It is for administrators who research information as part of their role.
Performance criteria
You must be able to:
P1 agree aims, objectives and deadlines for the information search
P2 identify sources of information required for research
P3 search for and obtain information
P4 check information is suitable for the purpose of the research
P5 meet deadlines for completing research
P6 identify and select relevant, valid and reliable data
P7 record the data and store it securely
P8 make a record of information sources used
P9 get feedback on what has been researched, if necessary
Knowledge and understanding
You need to know and understand:
K1 the types of information to be obtained for analysis
K2 how to identify and agree appropriate sources of information
K3 the different techniques to search for relevant information
K4 what constitutes relevant, valid and reliable data
K5 how to make a record of sources of information and its purpose
Skills
1. analysing
2. communicating
3. decision making
4. organising
5. planning
6. presenting information
7. researching
8. using technology
9. problem solving
Key words: Business; administration; information; data; analyse; research
CFABAD323 - Research information
Overview
This standard is about researching information. It includes identifying and recording appropriate sources of information, selecting relevant, valid and reliable data and recording and storing the data securely. It is for administrators who research information as part of their role.
Performance criteria
You must be able to:
P1 agree aims, objectives and deadlines for the information search
P2 identify sources of information required for research
P3 search for and obtain information
P4 check information is suitable for the purpose of the research
P5 meet deadlines for completing research
P6 identify and select relevant, valid and reliable data
P7 record the data and store it securely
P8 make a record of information sources used
P9 get feedback on what has been researched, if necessary
Knowledge and understanding
You need to know and understand:
K1 the types of information to be obtained for analysis
K2 how to identify and agree appropriate sources of information
K3 the different techniques to search for relevant information
K4 what constitutes relevant, valid and reliable data
K5 how to make a record of sources of information and its purpose
Skills
1. analysing
2. communicating
3. decision making
4. organising
5. planning
6. presenting information
7. researching
8. using technology
9. problem solving
Key words: Business; administration; information; data; analyse; research