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