This unit addresses the skills and knowledge required to manage operations from a financial perspective.  It covers planning for financial management in relation to business plans and strategies and monitoring the implementation of financial plans.

1. Determine research objectives 

2. Perform research activities

3. Report on research findings

Learning Outcomes

1. Determine Research Objectives

• Determine scope of research
• Identify information sources to support research objectives
• Select appropriate methodology to support research considering the legal, ethical or compliance issues that may impact on the process

2. Perform Research Activities

• Access information sources to gather required information
• Evaluate research information against scope and objectives of research plan to determine relevance
• Revise research strategy in response to new or changing information
• Maintain accurate records of resources consulted and information gathered to support the reporting process

3. Report on Research Findings

• Analyse data gathered during research stage to identify key findings and recommendations for inclusion in reporting
• Create outline for report presentation to present research analysis in line with objectives
• Present information accurately in a format appropriate to the purpose and in accordance with organisational guidelines
• Review and seek feedback to ensure validity and appropriateness of report
• Document and recommendations, suggestions or conclusions for follow up that may be interpreted through analysis of research findings