SAIPA allows training offices the opportunity to provide simulated exposure to competencies.
This course is designed to teach delegates practical skills about the preparation and monitoring of budgets, using basic functions in Excel and probing questioning techniques.
The following competency will be assessed during this course:
MAC 3A: Applicaiton of cash management principles to manage the cash flows of the business
The required skills for this module will be practiced through simulated case studies and group discussions. Each competency will be evaluated through a combination of online assessments as well as a integrated post course evaluation.
The post course evaluation is a practical exercise reflecting real work scenarios - providing delegates the opportunity to demonstrate their ability to perform the task at hand.
Our ultimate goal is to provide the delegates the necessary training and practical exposure to proof a competent skills level.
This involves, in-class discussions and exercises, post course work as well as evaluation and feedback.
The delegate therefore needs to obtain successful sign off on this skill as "Competent".
After attending the course, delegates will have gained a basic understanding of the competencies mentioned below.
The aim of the course is to test both technical and professional competency skills.
The more sufficient evidence submitted, the more likely the delegate will receive positive feedback and a final sign-off as competent
The assessment is based on the following approach:
On the day of the course:
a) during the morning session, the relevant theory and basic principles will be presented and discussed with examples;
b) additional information in the form of a course book will be provided to complete the examples and practise the principles;
c) during the afternoon session, a post course assessment will be completed based on the theory and examples completed during the course of the morning; and
d) the post course assessment will be completed in the form of a PoE file (Portfolio of Evidence) as agreed upon by the facilitator.
After the course:
a) the Portfolio of Evidence (PoE) will be assessed by an accredited Assessor; and
b) feedback will be given in writing with the applicable rating applied.
Trainees who require basic practical experience in preparing and analysing budgets.
Delegates must have the following available on the course day:
o Own computers (PC or laptop) with Excel loaded onto the machine
o Proper internet connection (Wi-Fi or 3G) with sufficient data for the day
Minimum connection speed required (use online page to test eg: https://www.speedtest.net/)
• Upload speed: at least 3 Mbps
• Download speed: at least 5 Mbps
o Please note: We will be watching short YOUTUBE videos during the session to enhance the learning experience - therefore it is advised that you obtain permission from your IT department to gain access for the day.
o USB headset (microphone, speakers) for each delegate is optional - however if an open office is used this is requirement
o Webcam (external or built-in) for each delegate is not required as we do not use video functionality
For the engagement activities and online tools, other devices such as the iPad and iPhone are not recommended.
Please ensure that you are logged in 30 minutes prior to the start of the session in order to download relevant material and sort out any technical challenges that you might have with the aid of your IT department.
