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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Present an informed argument on a current issue in a business sector

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
14525	Present an informed argument on a current issue in a business sector
ORIGINATOR
SGB Financial Services
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-
FIELD			SUBFIELD
Field 03 - Business, Commerce and Management Studies			Finance, Economics and Accounting
ABET BAND	UNIT STANDARD TYPE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	CREDITS
Undefined	Regular	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	5
REGISTRATION STATUS		REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE	SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date - Status was "Registered"		2003-08-13	2006-08-13	SAQA 0249/03
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2007-08-13		2010-08-13

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 is replaced by:

US ID	Unit Standard Title	Pre-2009 NQF Level	NQF Level	Credits	Replacement Status
230070	Present an informed argument on a current issue in a business sector	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	5

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD

This Unit Standard is intended specifically to meet the communication requirement for qualifications in Financial Services at NQF Level 5, but it may be useful to learners in other sectors. It requires knowledge of current issues in a selected field or sub-field and ability to conduct independent research on such issues.

The qualifying learner is capable of:

Demonstrating knowledge and insight into a current issue in a selected business sector.

Developing an argument around an issue using the language of the field.

Organising a communication on a selected issue.

Appling technical knowledge and skill to present an argument on an issue in a selected business sector.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

There is open access to this Unit Standard. Learners should be competent in Communication and Mathematical and Financial Literacy at NQF Level 4.

UNIT STANDARD RANGE

The presentation should include a handout, slides and verbal presentation.

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Demonstrate knowledge and insight into a current issue in a selected business sector.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. A current issue is identified in a selected business sector.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. The issue is analysed indicating in-depth insight into the specialist issue.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. The relevance of the issue and potential impact on a specific business sector is explained with reference to current research.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. Regulations relating to the topic are identified to ensure that the argument to be developed complies with legislative requirements.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Develop an argument around an issue using the language of the field.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Appropriate terminology is used in the correct context.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. The issue is considered from different viewpoints in order to produce an objective position or balanced view.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. A specific case for or against the issue is developed for a selected audience and purpose.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. The argument is substantiated in order to produce informed opinions.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. Potential challenges to the argument are anticipated in order to be prepared for questions or counter arguments.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Organise a communication on a selected issue.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. The objective of the communication is clearly identified and stated for the target audience.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Appropriate communication tools are used to achieve the stated objective of the communication.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. The selected content is sequenced to achieve the communication objective.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. The information is synthesised into a coherent presentation that meets the objective and is appropriate for the intended audience.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. A cogent argument is provided to negate undesired options.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

6. Appropriate examples are included to illustrate and substantiate the argument.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Apply technical knowledge and skill to present argument on an issue in a selected business sector.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. A written document is produced to present an argument on the selected issue and support a verbal presentation.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. The main points of the argument are identified and highlighted with due regard for the specific audience and purpose.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. The language level and vocabulary used are appropriate for the audience.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. A communication is presented coherently using the basic conventions of the appropriate professional discourse.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. A specific viewpoint is defended and substantiated with additional information and examples when necessary.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

6. Comments and challenges are addressed without losing the focus of the argument.

UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS

This Unit Standard will be internally assessed by the provider and moderated by a moderator registered by INSQA or a relevant accredited ETQA. The mechanisms and requirements for moderation are contained in the document obtainable from INSQA (INSQA framework for assessment and moderation).

UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE

N/A

UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME

N/A

UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES

N/A

Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO):

UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING

The learner is able to identify and solve problems in which responses show that responsible decisions using critical thinking have been made in identifying and arguing a selected issue.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING

The learner is able to organise and manage him/herself and his/her activities responsibly researching the issue and meeting deadlines.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING

The learner is able to collect, organise and critically evaluate information in researching a current issue.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING

The learner is able to communicate effectively in presenting a verbal argument, defending a point of view, developing a written document to accompany the presentation and selecting the main points of the argument.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING

The learner is able to demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems identifying a current issue and explaining the relevance of the issue to a selected business sector.

UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA

N/A

UNIT STANDARD NOTES

This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 230070, which is "Present an informed argument on a current issue in a business sector", Level 5, 5 Credits.

QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD:

	ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	STATUS	END DATE	PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
Fundamental	48886	National Certificate: Business Advising	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2010-11-11	Was SERVICES until Last Date for Achievement
Fundamental	49834	National Certificate: Financial Services: Long-Term Risk Assessment	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2012-06-30	INSETA
Fundamental	23973	National Certificate: Financial Services: Wealth Management	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	Passed the End Date - Status was "Registered"	2006-08-13	Was INSETA until Last Date for Achievement
Fundamental	36438	National Certificate: Local Economic Development	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	LG SETA
Fundamental	49793	National Certificate: Productivity	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	SABPP
Fundamental	20908	National Diploma: Customer Management	Level 5	NQF Level 05	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	SERVICES
Fundamental	49860	National Diploma: Financial Services: Long-Term Risk Assessment	Level 5	NQF Level 05	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	INSETA
Fundamental	20904	National Diploma: Marketing Communications	Level 5	NQF Level 05	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	SERVICES
Fundamental	61593	National Diploma: Marketing Management	Level 5	NQF Level 05	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual
Fundamental	20896	National Diploma: Marketing Research	Level 5	NQF Level 05	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	SERVICES
Fundamental	35926	National Diploma: Payroll Administration Services	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2009-03-31	Was SERVICES until Last Date for Achievement
Fundamental	67229	National Diploma: Payroll Administration Services	Level 5	NQF Level 05	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	SERVICES
Fundamental	49794	National Diploma: Productivity	Level 5	NQF Level 05	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	SABPP
Elective	48960	Further Education and Training Certificate: Social Security Administration	Level 4	NQF Level 04	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	HW SETA
Elective	49123	National Certificate: Journalism	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	Passed the End Date - Status was "Registered"	2007-10-18	Was MICTS until Last Date for Achievement
Elective	61594	National Certificate: Management	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2009-05-02	As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual
Elective	49023	National Diploma: Liaison Interpreting	Level 5	NQF Level 05	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	QCTO
Elective	49598	National Diploma: Paralegal Practice	Level 5	NQF Level 05	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	SAS SETA
Elective	48784	National Diploma: Translation	Level 5	NQF Level 05	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2018-12-31	CHE

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.	A4 Consultancy CC
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3.	Central Institute of Professional Studies and Services
4.	Edutraining Business College
5.	Elvis Koena Consulting (Pty) Ltd
6.	Giamanje TVET College
7.	Growth Management Consulting
8.	HDPSA
9.	ICM t/a Institute for Career Management
10.	Josmap Training Institute
11.	Khehli Institute
12.	Mamuhle Academy
13.	MANCOSA Pty (Ltd)
14.	Mortarboard Training Solutions
15.	Petra Institute of Development
16.	PFIM Trading (Pty) Ltd
17.	PMA Holdings (PTY ) LTD.
18.	Progressive School of Business and Engineering (Pty)
19.	PTDEV (Pty) Ltd
20.	Reflections Development Institute
21.	Regent Business School (Pty) Ltd t/a Regent Business School
22.	Siza Nesu Training and Consultants
23.	Thinking Mind Trading
24.	Transafric Consulting Pty Ltd
25.	Tshepang Consulting & Project
26.	Umqondo Consultancy
27.	UNIVERSITY OF BUSINESS EXCELLENCE(PTY)LTD
28.	University of Venda