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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: |
Create and manage an environment that promotes innovation |
SAQA US ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | |||
252020 | Create and manage an environment that promotes innovation | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
SGB Generic Management | ||||
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | ||||
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FIELD | SUBFIELD | |||
Field 03 - Business, Commerce and Management Studies | Generic Management | |||
ABET BAND | UNIT STANDARD TYPE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | CREDITS |
Undefined | Regular | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | 6 |
REGISTRATION STATUS | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | |
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2018-07-01 | 2023-06-30 | SAQA 06120/18 | |
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT | LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT | |||
2026-06-30 | 2029-06-30 |
In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise. |
This unit standard replaces: |
US ID | Unit Standard Title | Pre-2009 NQF Level | NQF Level | Credits | Replacement Status |
15216 | Create opportunities for innovation and lead projects to meet innovative ideas | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | 4 |
PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD |
This Unit Standard is intended for managers in all economic sectors. These managers would typically be second level managers such as heads of department, section heads or divisional heads, who may have more than one team reporting to them.
The qualifying learner is capable of: |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
It is assumed that learners are competent in:
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UNIT STANDARD RANGE |
Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 |
Analyse own unit in terms of opportunities for innovation. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Identify features of an environment that promotes innovation. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
The features of an environment conducive to innovation include openness, creative thinking, questioning, encouragement of risk-taking, rewards for innovation, as well as a culture of enquiry, challenging the status quo and learning from mistakes. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Analyse own unit in relation to the features of an environment conducive to innovation. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The findings of the analysis are interpreted to determine whether the current environment promotes innovation. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
Areas for improvement are identified on the basis of the analysis conducted. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 |
Demonstrate understanding of the techniques for promoting creativity. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Creativity and innovation techniques are identified in terms of generally accepted theory and practice. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Three techniques for promoting creativity are explained with practical examples. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 |
Develop a plan for creating an environment conducive to innovation. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The role of the unit manager in creating an environment conducive to innovation is described with reference to continuous improvement and innovation of the unit. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The processes, actions and approaches necessary to create an environment conducive to innovation are recorded in the plan. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
The plan could include the activities, techniques, approaches, processes, role players, reward systems, measurement, potential risks and benefits, and skills development of the unit manager and team members. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The implementation of the plan is described with reference to the environment and availability of resources. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
The plan is promoted within the unit in order to encourage commitment. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 |
Lead a team through a creative thinking process. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Techniques for promoting innovation and creativity are applied to generate ideas for a new or improved process, project or product. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
A number of alternative solutions are generated in relation to the process, project or product. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The best alternative is selected from the solutions generated on the basis of evaluation criteria. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
A concept is developed for implementation in accordance with the entity's policies and procedures. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
The concept is recorded and communicated for implementation. |
UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS |
UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE |
UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME |
N/A |
UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES |
N/A |
Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING |
Identify and solve problems in order to generate innovative solutions. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING |
Work effectively with others when generating new ideas. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING |
Organise and manage oneself and one`s activities when participating in creative and innovative processes. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING |
Collect, evaluate, organise and critically evaluate information when generating ideas. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING |
Communicate effectively with stakeholders on innovative ideas generated. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE |
Use science and technology to assist with idea generation and to record ideas. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING |
Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems and how innovations in one area could impact on another. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING |
In order to contribute to the full personal development of each learner and the social and economic development of society at large, it must be the intention underlying any programme of learning to make an individual aware of the importance of:
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UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA |
N/A |
REREGISTRATION HISTORY |
As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. |
UNIT STANDARD NOTES |
This unit standard replaces unit standard 15216, "Create opportunities for innovation and lead projects to meet innovative ideas", Level 5, 4 credits. |
QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | STATUS | END DATE | PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY | |
Core | 59201 | National Certificate: Generic Management | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual |
Elective | 65030 | National Certificate: Arts and Culture Development Management | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | CATHSSETA |
Elective | 63769 | National Certificate: Business Analysis Support Practice | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MICTS |
Elective | 65050 | National Certificate: Music | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | CATHSSETA |
Elective | 50060 | National Certificate: Public Administration | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | PSETA |
Elective | 80066 | National Certificate: Strategic Road Traffic Operations | Level 6 | NQF Level 06 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | SAS SETA |
Elective | 67460 | National Diploma: Public Administration | Level 6 | NQF Level 06 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual |
PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here. |
1. | Afrika Tikkun NCC |
2. | Amadi Institute of Management And Technology (Pty) Ltd |
3. | ASMO INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS AN |
4. | ATTI Nelspruit Pty Ltd |
5. | Avenida (Pty) Ltd |
6. | Clean Heat Academy |
7. | DISASTER MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS (PTY) LTD (DMS) |
8. | Epitome Villa (Pty)Ltd |
9. | FACULTY TRAINING INSTITUTE PTY LTD |
10. | Finweb Business Consultancy |
11. | Foster-Melliar (Pty) Ltd |
12. | Gemini Training And Development Pty Ltd |
13. | HAVOHEJ CONSULTANCY |
14. | HILLCROSS BUSINESS SCHOOL (PTY |
15. | Inkqubeko Investment (Pty) Ltd |
16. | Intellect Management and Training |
17. | IQ Skills Academy (PTY) LTD. |
18. | Jeppe College of Commerce and |
19. | Jobafrik Consulting |
20. | Makhuba Development Projects CC |
21. | Mamuhle Academy |
22. | Maxlen Holdings |
23. | MBOWA COLLEGE PTY LTD |
24. | Mcebo Technologies |
25. | Metanoia Ratings PTY LTD |
26. | MINDWORX CONSULTING GAUTENG PTY LTD |
27. | Mortarboard Training Solutions |
28. | Nemalale Eagles Consultancy CC |
29. | Novia One Group (Pty) Ltd |
30. | OPELONG BUSINESS INSTITUTE (PT |
31. | Petra Institute of Development |
32. | PFIM Trading (Pty) Ltd |
33. | Progressive School of Business and Engineering (Pty) |
34. | PTDEV (Pty) Ltd |
35. | Sebenzisanane Human Capital |
36. | Sisekelo Sustainability Institute |
37. | South African Corporate Training Association |
38. | SUPREME ICT CONSULTANTS |
39. | Terry Computer Services cc |
40. | Thinking Mind Trading |
41. | Transafric Consulting Pty Ltd |
42. | Tshepang Consulting & Project |
43. | Tshwane Training Institute (PTY) LTD. |
44. | TSP COLLEGE |
45. | Umqondo Consultancy |
46. | UNIVERSITY OF BUSINESS EXCELLENCE(PTY)LTD |
47. | VUTHLARI MARKETING CONSULTING |
48. | YITRO INNOVATIONS |
All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source. |