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FINANCIAL SERVICES TRAINING PACKAGE – FNB99
ASIC Competency Standards
This is Volume 11 of a 13-volume set. This volume should not be used in isolation but in the context of the complete set for the Financial Services Training Package. The material contained within this volume is part of the endorsed component of the Financial Services Training Package endorsed by the Australian National Training Authority in June 1999 and agreed by Ministers. This Training Package is to be reviewed by 30 June 2003.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES TRAINING PACKAGE – FNB99
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4 July 2003 NTQC Addition of Superannuation Standards. Three new qualifications in Superannuation
3.00 October 2002 NTQC
Update of all Competency Standards; Addition of ASIC Standards, Financial Planning Standards; addition and revision of Accounting Standards; Revision of Qualifications Framework and Core Competency Units.
2.00 July 2001 NTQC
Addition of Conveyancing Standards and changes to general Insurance Standards. Six new qualifications, four in General Insurance and two in Conveyancing sector.
1.00 June 1999 NTFC Primary release
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CONTENTS
CONTENTS .................................................................................................................. 5 FNBASC02A Develop, present and negotiate client solutions ........................................... 14 FNBASC03TA Provide advice in Managed Investments .................................................. 21 FNBASC03UA Provide advice in Superannuation ............................................................ 28 FNBASC03VA Provide advice in Derivatives.................................................................... 35 FNBASC03WA Provide advice in Securities...................................................................... 42 FNBASC03XA Provide advice in Life Insurance ............................................................... 49 FNBASC03YA Provide advice in Insurance Broking......................................................... 56 FNBASC03ZA Provide advice in Financial Planning ........................................................ 63 FNBLDS89A Provide appropriate services, advice and products to clients....................... 70
ASIC Competency Standards
FNBASC01A - ESTABLISH CLIENT RELATIONSHIP AND ANALYSE NEEDS
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FNBASC01A Establish client relationship and analyse needs
Stream: Generic
National Code: FNBASC01A
Unit Description: This unit has been specifically designed to, when combined with FNBASC02A, satisfy the skills requirements of current ASIC (Australian Securities and Investment Commission) regulation (Financial Services Reform Act) at Tier 2 level. The unit will be changed in accordance with relevant changes to the legislation.
It specifically relates to those staff advising on Basic Deposit products, General Insurance products and non-cash payment facilities as identified by ASIC as being at Tier 2 level.
ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
1. Establish relationship with client
a) A range of communication and interpersonal skills are used to establish the knowledge level of client.
b) Enquiries in relation to products and services are responded to by explaining the range of products and services available and their relevant fee and charging methodology.
c) Client is informed of the role of the adviser and the licensee/principal responsible for the adviser’s conduct.
d) Familiarity with the procedures for complaints handling and the circumstances in which they should be engaged is demonstrated.
2. Identify clients objectives, needs and financial situation
a) A range of communication and interpersonal skills are used to gather clients’ personal, financial and business details.
b) Clients needs are identified by encouraging expression of their objectives and goals (short, medium and long term goals as relevant to the product).
c) Product risk profile of the client is identified.
d) Clients expectations of cash flow and relevant taxation obligations are obtained.
3. Analyse client objective, needs, financial situation and risk profile
a) An assessment of client needs is undertaken, utilising all information gathered and taking into account clients product expectations and specific needs.
b) Clients are consulted throughout the analysis for further clarification where necessary.
c) The need for specialist advice is analysed and/or client is referred to appropriate adviser for higher level/specialist advice if required.
d) Product risk profile of the client is assessed and agreed.
e) Understanding of the ASIC identified generic and specialist knowledge relevant to the products being offered is demonstrated.
FNBASC01A - ESTABLISH CLIENT RELATIONSHIP AND ANALYSE NEEDS
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RANGE OF VARIABLES
VARIABLE SCOPE
ASIC expects that advisers providing financial services to retail consumers should be able to demonstrate that they have met the skills as well as the generic knowledge and specialist knowledge requirements relevant to their activities. The skill and knowledge requirements should be demonstrated by all advisers. However, we recognise that, depending on the nature of the activities undertaken, the skills and knowledge demonstrated may vary in their level of detail.
Client Client's needs, objectives and financial situation may include:
• debt position
• security
• expectations of income from this product
• family income
• business needs
• expectations of access to product
• expectations of lifecycle and length of product
Adviser May include:
• any representative of a licensee
• employee or owner
• all natural persons who provide financial product advice to retail clients.
Documentation Documentation may include:
• computer and manual applications
• written advice
• disclaimers
• disclosures
• product application forms
Information The type of information to be obtained from the client might include:
• details of the customers needs and objectives for income, security, liquidity, and the time period the customer is planning for
• details of liabilities and potential liabilities of the customer
• individual investment preferences and aversion or tolerance to risk
• other customer details such as employment security, likely events and their impact on the customer, age and other products they have.
FNBASC01A - ESTABLISH CLIENT RELATIONSHIP AND ANALYSE NEEDS
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RANGE OF VARIABLES
VARIABLE SCOPE
Risk profile Risk assessment might include:
• risk factors and return expectations
• volatility of income and capital
• market and sector risks (economic cycle, fixed interest, property, stock market)
• access restrictions on product
• economic
• specific product risk
• borrowing risk/gearing
Customer attitudes and expectations
Customer attitudes and expectations might include:
• beliefs about performance
• security
• conservative
• risk
• fluctuations in income and/or capital
• moderate
• speculator
• passive
• active
• long-term or short-term investor
FNBASC01A - ESTABLISH CLIENT RELATIONSHIP AND ANALYSE NEEDS
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EVIDENCE GUIDE
Critical aspects of evidence will include:
Demonstrated knowledge of industry regulations and codes of practice, financial products and services, financial markets and characteristics, roles of other specialist providers and licensees, as well as the impacts of taxation on the clients financial requirements for the specific products offered.
For insurance products, competence in this unit is subject to the staff members’ approval/authority to accept the transfer of risk.
Interdependent assessment of units:
This unit could be assessed in conjunction with FNBASC02A
Underpinning knowledge should include all the following, relevant to the products and markets in which they operate:
Generic knowledge requirements
• Generic knowledge about the economic environment; the characteristics and impact of economic and business cycles, including interest rates, exchange rates, inflation, and government monetary and fiscal policies.
• Generic knowledge about the operation of financial markets; the roles played by intermediaries and issuers, structure and inter-relationships within the financial markets, and inter-relationship between industry sectors.
• Generic knowledge about financial products; including the concept of a financial product, general definition, specific inclusions and exclusions, types of financial investment products, types of financial risk products.
• Generic knowledge about the taxation issues in relation to the products and markets in which they operate.
• Generic knowledge about advisory functions; the role of the representative/adviser, participants in the advisory services market, range of services provided, profile and financial information of the client, appropriateness of a risk assessment.
• Generic knowledge about the legal environment and disclosure and compliance; the role of the representative/adviser, relevant legal principles (eg Corporations Act, FSRA, Trade Practices Act etc…) the relationship between ethics and regulatory requirements (eg good faith, utmost good faith, full disclosure of remuneration/fees and any other conflicts of interest which may influence the adviser’s recommendation).
• Knowledge of relevant industry Codes of Practice and conduct
• Knowledge of complaints resolution procedures (internal and external)
• Knowledge of regulators guidelines including the requirements of ASIC’s policy statement 146
Specialist knowledge requirements
Specialist knowledge of the specific industry or product in which they are operating. For general insurance products this includes;
• types of general insurance products/policies
• standard cover (and deviations)
• policy wordings
• taxes and charges
FNBASC01A - ESTABLISH CLIENT RELATIONSHIP AND ANALYSE NEEDS
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EVIDENCE GUIDE
• insurance claims
• premium rating/risk selection
• reporting
• product development
• underwriting
For deposit products and non-cash payment facilities this includes;
• types of products/facilities
• product/facility characteristics
Underpinning skills to be demonstrated may include:
• completed needs analysis
• the consistency, reasonableness and appropriateness of solutions/recommendations based on needs analysis and assessment of products available to the adviser
• the quality and appropriateness of information supplied to clients
• the currency and accuracy of documents held including application forms, customer advice records, customer information, brochures, etc.
Resource implications:
Unless otherwise specified, there are no significant resource implications for assessment of this unit, apart from access to a relevant workplace or closely simulated office environment and the use of a range of office equipment, technology and consumables. These may include standard commercial computer hardware, software, telephones, facsimiles, and other relevant office equipment.
Consistency in performance:
Assessment should cover a representative range of clients (risk profile and needs) and products.
Context for assessment:
Assessment of performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken within the Financial Services Industry context and should cover aspects of personal/financial responsibility and accountability. Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria, including the Range of Variables applicable to the workplace environment. Aspects of competency, including the attainment of relevant knowledge and skills, may be assessed in a relevant workplace, a closely simulated work environment, or other appropriate means that clearly meet industry competency requirements.
Registered Training Organisations need to be mindful of the legislative obligations of licensees, where ASIC have prescribed the opportunities where recognition of current competence can be undertaken for these units.
Key competencies:
Utilisation of the key competencies in the performance of this unit. Level of utilisation of key competencies (1 – perform; 2 – administer; 3 – design)
Collecting, analysing
and organising
Communi-cating
ideas and information
Planning and
organising activities
Working with others in a team
Using mathe-matical
ideas and
Solving problems
Using technology
FNBASC01A - ESTABLISH CLIENT RELATIONSHIP AND ANALYSE NEEDS
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EVIDENCE GUIDE
information techniques
2 3 2 2 3 2 3
FNBASC02A - DEVELOP, PRESENT AND NEGOTIATE CLIENT SOLUTIONS
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FNBASC02A Develop, present and negotiate client solutions
Stream: Generic
National Code: FNBASC02A
Unit Description: This unit has been designed to, when combined with FNBASC01A, satisfy the skills requirements of current ASIC (Australian Securities and Investment Commission) regulation (Financial Services Reform Act) at Tier 2 level. The unit will be changed in accordance with relevant changes to the legislation.
It specifically relates to those staff advising on Basic Deposit products, General Insurance products and non-cash payment facilities as identified by ASIC as being at Tier 2 level.
ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
1. Develop appropriate strategies and solutions
a) An appropriate strategy to provide for identified needs and outcomes is determined from analysis of products, client risk profile and assessment of clients’ needs.
b) Relevant research, analysis and product modelling is conducted.
c) Appropriate solution (plan, policy or transaction) is drafted for presentation to client.
d) Understanding of the ASIC identified generic and specialist knowledge relevant to the products being offered is demonstrated.
2. Present appropriate strategies and solutions to the client
a) Product knowledge appropriate for the service or product offered is demonstrated when presenting the product.
b) The proposed transaction is explained and discussed with the client in a clear and unambiguous way.
c) Relevant details, terms and conditions of product/service are reinforced to client.
d) Impacts and possible risks of the solution are disclosed in a clear and concise manner to the client.
e) Client is provided with written supporting documentation and guided through the key aspects of the documentation.
3. Negotiate financial plan / policy / transaction with client
a) Concerns and/or issues the client has regarding the proposed plan/policy/transaction are discussed and clarified.
b) Confirmation is sought from client that they understand the proposed plan/policy/transaction.
FNBASC02A - DEVELOP, PRESENT AND NEGOTIATE CLIENT SOLUTIONS
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4. Co-ordinate implementation of agreed plan/policy/transaction
a) The clients’ formal agreement to the proposed plan/policy/transaction is gained.
b) Associated fee and cost structures are clearly explained and confirmation of understanding gained from the client.
c) Time frames for execution and processing are clearly explained and confirmation of understanding gained from the client.
5. Complete and maintain necessary documentation
a) Proposal and all other statutory and transactional documents are completed and signed off by the client.
b) Copies of appropriate documentation and the signed agreement are exchanged.
6. Provide on going service where requested by client
a) Type and form of ongoing service; including reporting on performance and review of plan/policy/transaction is agreed with the client.
b) Fees and costs for ongoing and specifically defined service are clearly explained and confirmation of understanding gained from the client.
c) On going service is provided as required.
FNBASC02A - DEVELOP, PRESENT AND NEGOTIATE CLIENT SOLUTIONS
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RANGE OF VARIABLES
VARIABLE SCOPE
ASIC expects that advisers providing financial services to retail consumers should be able to demonstrate that they have met the skills as well as the generic knowledge and specialist knowledge requirements relevant to their activities. The skill and knowledge requirements should be demonstrated by all advisers. However, we recognise that, depending on the nature of the activities undertaken, the skills demonstrated may vary in their level of detail.
Client Client's needs, objectives and financial situation may include:
• debt position
• security
• expectations of income from this product
• family income
• business needs
• expectations of access to product
• expectations of lifecycle and length of product
Adviser May include:
• any representative of a licensee
• employee or owner
• all natural persons who provide financial product advice to retail clients
Documentation Documentation may include:
• computer and manual applications
• written advice
• disclaimers
• disclosures
• product application forms
Information The type of information to be obtained from the client might include:
• details of the customers needs and objectives for income, security, liquidity, and the time period the customer is planning for
• details of liabilities and potential liabilities of the customer
• individual investment preferences and aversion or tolerance to risk
• other customer details such as employment security, likely events and their impact on the customer, age and other products they have
FNBASC02A - DEVELOP, PRESENT AND NEGOTIATE CLIENT SOLUTIONS
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RANGE OF VARIABLES
VARIABLE SCOPE
Risk profile Risk assessment might include:
• risk factors and return expectations
• volatility of income and capital
• market and sector risks (economic cycle, fixed interest, property, stock market)
• access restrictions on product
• economic
• specific product risk
• borrowing risk/gearing
Customer attitudes and expectations
Customer attitudes and expectations might include:
• beliefs about performance
• security
• conservative
• risk
• fluctuations in income and/or capital
• moderate
• speculator
• passive
• active
• long-term or short-term investor
FNBASC02A - DEVELOP, PRESENT AND NEGOTIATE CLIENT SOLUTIONS
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EVIDENCE GUIDE
Critical aspects of evidence will include:
Demonstrated knowledge of industry regulations and codes of practice, financial products and services, financial markets and characteristics, roles of other specialist providers and licensees, as well as the impacts of taxation on the clients financial requirements for the specific products offered.
For insurance products, competence in this unit is subject to the staff members’ approval/authority to accept the transfer of risk.
Interdependent assessment of units:
This unit should be assessed in conjunction with FNBASC01A
Underpinning knowledge should include all the following, relevant to the products and markets in which they operate:
Generic knowledge requirements
• Generic knowledge about the economic environment; the characteristics and impact of economic and business cycles, including interest rates, exchange rates, inflation, and government monetary and fiscal policies.
• Generic knowledge about the operation of financial markets; the roles played by intermediaries and issuers, structure and inter-relationships within the financial markets, and inter-relationship between industry sectors.
• Generic knowledge about financial products; including the concept of a financial product, general definition, specific inclusions and exclusions, types of financial investment products, types of financial risk products.
• Generic knowledge about the taxation issues in relation to the products and markets in which they operate.
• Generic knowledge about advisory functions; the role of the representative/adviser, participants in the advisory services market, range of services provided, profile and financial information of the client, appropriateness of a risk assessment.
• Generic knowledge about the legal environment and disclosure and compliance; the role of the representative/adviser, relevant legal principles (eg Corporations Act, FSRA, Trade Practices Act etc…) the relationship between ethics and regulatory requirements (eg good faith, utmost good faith, full disclosure of remuneration/fees and any other conflicts of interest which may influence the adviser’s recommendation).
• Knowledge of relevant industry Codes of Practice and conduct
• Knowledge of complaints resolution procedures (internal and external)
• Knowledge of regulators guidelines including the requirements of ASIC’s policy statement 146
Specialist knowledge requirements
Specialist knowledge of the specific industry or product in which they are operating.
For general insurance products this includes;
• types of general insurance products/policies
• standard cover (and deviations)
• policy wordings
• taxes and charges
FNBASC02A - DEVELOP, PRESENT AND NEGOTIATE CLIENT SOLUTIONS
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EVIDENCE GUIDE
• insurance claims
• premium rating/risk selection
• reporting
• product development
• underwriting
For deposit products and non-cash payment facilities this includes;
• types of products/facilities
• product/facility characteristics
Underpinning skills to be demonstrated may include:
• completed needs analysis
• the consistency, reasonableness and appropriateness of solutions/recommendations based on needs analysis and assessment of products available to the adviser
• the quality and appropriateness of information supplied to clients
• the currency and accuracy of documents held including application forms, customer advice records, customer information, brochures, etc.
Resource implications:
Unless otherwise specified, there are no significant resource implications for assessment of this unit, apart from access to a relevant workplace or closely simulated office environment and the use of a range of office equipment, technology and consumables. These may include standard commercial computer hardware, software, telephones, facsimiles, and other relevant office equipment.
Consistency in performance:
Assessment should cover a representative range of clients (risk profile and needs) and products.
Context for assessment:
Assessment of performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken within the Financial Services Industry context and should cover aspects of personal/financial responsibility and accountability. Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria, including the Range of Variables applicable to the workplace environment. Aspects of competency, including the attainment of relevant knowledge and skills, may be assessed in a relevant workplace, a closely simulated work environment, or other appropriate means that clearly meet industry competency requirements.
Registered Training Organisations need to be mindful of the legislative obligations of licensees, where ASIC have prescribed the opportunities where recognition of current competence can be undertaken for these units.
FNBASC02A - DEVELOP, PRESENT AND NEGOTIATE CLIENT SOLUTIONS
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Key competencies:
Utilisation of the key competencies in the performance of this unit. Level of utilisation of key competencies (1 – perform; 2 – administer; 3 – design)
Collecting, analysing
and organising information
Communi-cating
ideas and information
Planning and
organising activities
Working with others in a team
Using mathe-matical
ideas and techniques
Solving problems
Using technology
2 3 2 2 3 2 3
FNBASC03TA - PROVIDE ADVICE IN MANAGED INVESTMENTS
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FNBASC03TA Provide advice in Managed Investments
Stream: Generic
National Code: FNBASC03TA
Unit Description: This unit has been specifically designed to, when combined with industry specified units, satisfy the skills requirements of current ASIC (Australian Securities and Investment Commission) regulation (Financial Services Reform Act) at Tier 1 (Diploma) level in the Managed Investments specialist and generic knowledge areas. The unit will be changed in accordance with relevant changes to the legislation.
This unit is a co-requisite unit that cannot be assessed or issued without first satisfying the industry specific units identified in the evidence guide.
ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
1. Establish relationship with client
a) A range of communication and interpersonal skills are used to establish the knowledge level of client.
b) Enquiries in relation to products and services are responded to by explaining the range of products and services available and their relevant fee and charging methodology.
c) Client is informed of the role of the adviser and the licensee/principal responsible for the adviser’s conduct.
d) Familiarity with the procedures for complaints handling and the circumstances in which they should be engaged is demonstrated.
2. Identify clients objectives, needs and financial situation
a) A range of communication and interpersonal skills are used to gather clients’ personal, financial and business details.
b) Clients needs are identified by encouraging expression of their objectives and goals (short, medium and long term goals as relevant to the product).
c) Product risk profile of the client is identified.
d) Clients expectations of cash flow and relevant taxation obligations are obtained.
3. Analyse client objective, needs, financial situation and risk profile
a) An assessment of client needs is undertaken, utilising all information gathered and taking into account clients product expectations and specific needs.
b) Clients are consulted throughout the analysis for further clarification where necessary.
c) The need for specialist advice is analysed and/or client is referred to appropriate adviser for higher level/specialist advice if required.
d) Product risk profile of the client is assessed and agreed.
e) Understanding of the ASIC identified generic and specialist knowledge relevant to the products being offered, as detailed in the Evidence Guide, is demonstrated.
FNBASC03TA - PROVIDE ADVICE IN MANAGED INVESTMENTS
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ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
4. Develop appropriate strategies and solutions
a) An appropriate strategy to provide for identified needs and outcomes is determined from analysis of products, client risk profile and assessment of clients’ needs.
b) Relevant research, analysis and product modelling is conducted.
c) Appropriate solution (plan, policy or transaction) is drafted for presentation to client.
5. Present appropriate strategies and solutions to the client
a) Product knowledge appropriate for the service or product offered is demonstrated when presenting the product.
b) The proposed transaction is explained and discussed with the client in a clear and unambiguous way.
c) Relevant details, terms and conditions of product/service are reinforced to client.
d) Impacts and possible risks of the solution are disclosed in a clear and concise manner to the client.
e) Client is provided with written supporting documentation and guided through the key aspects of the documentation.
6. Negotiate financial plan / policy / transaction with client
a) Concerns and/or issues the client has regarding the proposed plan/policy/transaction are discussed and clarified.
b) Confirmation is sought from client that they understand the proposed plan/policy/transaction.
7. Co-ordinate implementation of agreed plan/policy/transaction
a) The clients’ formal agreement to the proposed plan/policy/transaction is gained.
b) Associated fee and cost structures are clearly explained and confirmation of understanding gained from the client.
c) Time frames for execution and processing are clearly explained and confirmation of understanding gained from the client.
8. Complete and maintain necessary documentation
a) Proposal and all other statutory and transactional documents are completed and signed off by the client.
b) Copies of appropriate documentation and the signed agreement are exchanged.
9. Provide on going service where requested by client
a) Type and form of ongoing service; including reporting on performance and review of plan/policy/transaction is agreed with the client.
b) Fees and costs for ongoing and specifically defined service are clearly explained and confirmation of understanding gained from the client.
c) On going service is provided as required.
FNBASC03TA - PROVIDE ADVICE IN MANAGED INVESTMENTS
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RANGE OF VARIABLES
VARIABLE SCOPE
ASIC expects that advisers providing financial services to retail consumers should be able to demonstrate that they have met the skills as well as the generic and specialist knowledge requirements relevant to their activities. The skill and knowledge requirements should be demonstrated by all advisers. However, we recognise that, depending on the nature of the activities undertaken, the skills demonstrated may vary in their level of detail.
Client Client's needs, objectives and financial situation may include:
• debt position
• security
• expectations of income from this product
• family income
• business needs
• expectations of access to product
• expectations of lifecycle and length of product
Adviser May include:
• any representative of a licensee
• employee or owner
• all natural persons who provide financial product advice to retail clients.
Documentation Documentation may include:
• computer and manual applications
• written advice
• disclaimers
• disclosures
• product application forms
Information The type of information to be obtained from the client might include:
• details of the customers needs and objectives for income, security, liquidity, and the time period the customer is planning for
• details of liabilities and potential liabilities of the customer
• individual investment preferences and aversion or tolerance to risk
• other customer details such as employment security, likely events and their impact on the customer, age and other products they have.
FNBASC03TA - PROVIDE ADVICE IN MANAGED INVESTMENTS
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RANGE OF VARIABLES
VARIABLE SCOPE
Risk profile Risk assessment might include:
• risk factors and return expectations
• volatility of income and capital
• market and sector risks (economic cycle, fixed interest, property, stock market)
• access restrictions on product
• economic
• specific product risk
• borrowing risk/gearing
Customer attitudes and expectations
Customer attitudes and expectations might include:
• beliefs about performance
• security
• conservative
• risk
• fluctuations in income and/or capital
• moderate
• speculator
• passive
• active
• long-term or short-term investor
FNBASC03TA - PROVIDE ADVICE IN MANAGED INVESTMENTS
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EVIDENCE GUIDE
Critical aspects of evidence will include:
Demonstrated knowledge of industry regulations and codes of practice, financial products and services, financial markets and characteristics, roles of other specialist providers and licensees, as well as the impacts of taxation on the clients financial requirements for the specific products offered.
For insurance products, competence in this unit is subject to the staff members’ approval/authority to accept the transfer of risk.
Interdependent assessment of units:
Pre-requisites for this unit have been obtained from standards within the securities industry sector, with generic advise provisions. Customisation of these units should reflect managed investments products.
Industry requirements to satisfy Tier 1 requirements are as follows:
Managed Investments
FNBASX01A Determine client requirements and expectations
FNBASX02A Provide appropriate and timely information and advice to clients
FNBASX03A (civ unit) Conduct research to support recommendations
FNBASX04A Record and implement client instructions
Generic Knowledge Requirements:
ASIC have identified generic knowledge applicable to the entire industry:
For successful assessment of this unit, participants need to demonstrate understanding of the generic knowledge, as well as understanding of the specialist knowledge in relation to managed investments products and markets.
Generic knowledge requirements
• Generic knowledge about the economic environment; the characteristics and impact of economic and business cycles, including interest rates, exchange rates, inflation, and government monetary and fiscal policies.
• Generic knowledge about the operation of financial markets; the roles played by intermediaries and issuers, structure and inter-relationships within the financial markets, and inter-relationship between industry sectors.
• Generic knowledge about financial products; including the concept of a financial product, general definition, specific inclusions and exclusions, types of financial investment products, types of financial risk products.
• Generic knowledge about the taxation issues in relation to the products and markets in which they operate.
• Generic knowledge about advisory functions; the role of the representative/adviser, participants in the advisory services market, range of services provided, profile and financial information of the client, appropriateness of a risk assessment.
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• Generic knowledge about the legal environment and disclosure and compliance; the role of the representative/adviser, relevant legal principles (eg Corporations Act, FSRA, Trade Practices Act etc…) the relationship between ethics and regulatory requirements (eg good faith, utmost good faith, full disclosure of remuneration/fees and any other conflicts of interest which may influence the adviser’s recommendation).
• Knowledge of relevant industry Codes of Practice and conduct
• Knowledge of complaints resolution procedures (internal and external)
• Knowledge of regulators guidelines including the requirements of ASIC’s policy statement 146
Managed Investments – Specialist Knowledge Types of products • concept of managed investments
• specialist knowledge of the range of products offered under managed investment schemes, or a specific product offered under a scheme
— property trusts, real estate investment strategies, valuation techniques, property management
— equity trusts, fixed interest trusts — serviced strata schemes — primary production schemes — film schemes — time-sharing schemes)
• identification of types of risks Taxation • awareness of relevant taxation issues Legal environment – disclosure and compliance
• the role of the representative/adviser • relevant legal principles (eg Corporations Act, ASIC Act, Privacy
Amendment (Private Sector) Act) • the relationship between ethics and regulatory requirements (eg good
faith, utmost good faith, full disclosure of remuneration/fees and any other conflicts of interest which may influence the adviser)
• relevant industry standards and codes of conduct • regulators’ guidelines including our requirements in this policy • complaints resolution procedures (external and, if relevant, internal)
Underpinning skills to be demonstrated may include:
• completed needs analysis
• the consistency, reasonableness and appropriateness of solutions/recommendations based on needs analysis and assessment of products available to the adviser
• the quality and appropriateness of information supplied to clients
• the currency and accuracy of documents held including application forms, customer advice records, customer information, brochures, etc.
Resource implications:
Unless otherwise specified, there are no significant resource implications for assessment of this unit, apart from access to a relevant workplace or closely simulated office environment and the use of a range of office equipment, technology and consumables. These may include standard commercial computer hardware, software, telephones, facsimiles, and other relevant office equipment.
Consistency in performance:
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Assessment should cover a representative range of clients (risk profile and needs) and products.
Context for assessment:
Assessment of performance requirements in this unit must be undertaken within the Financial Services Industry context and should cover aspects of personal/financial responsibility and accountability. Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria, including the Range of Variables applicable to the workplace environment. Aspects of competency, including the attainment of relevant knowledge and skills, may be assessed in a relevant workplace, a closely simulated work environment, or other appropriate means that clearly meet industry competency requirements.
Registered Training Organisations need to be mindful of the legislative obligations of licensees, where ASIC have prescribed the opportunities where recognition of current competence can be undertaken for these units.
Key competencies:
Utilisation of the key competencies in the performance of this unit. Level of utilisation of key competencies (1 – perform; 2 – administer; 3 – design)
Communi-cating ideas
and information
Collecting, analysing
and organising information
Planning and
organising activities
Working with others in a team
Using mathe-matical
ideas and techniques
Solving problems
Using technology
3 3 3 3 3 3 3
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FNBASC03UA Provide advice in Superannuation
Stream: Generic
National Code: FNBASC03UA
Unit Description: This unit has been specifically designed to, when combined with industry specified units, satisfy the skills requirements of current ASIC (Australian Securities and Investment Commission) regulation (Financial Services Reform Act) at Tier 1 (Diploma) level in the Superannuation specialist and generic knowledge areas. The unit will be changed in accordance with relevant changes to the legislation.
This unit is a co-requisite unit that cannot be assessed or issued without first satisfying the industry specific units identified in the evidence guide.
ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
1. Establish relationship with client
a) A range of communication and interpersonal skills are used to establish the knowledge level of client.
b) Enquiries in relation to products and services are responded to by explaining the range of products and services available and their relevant fee and charging methodology.
c) Client is informed of the role of the adviser and the licensee/principal responsible for the adviser’s conduct.
d) Familiarity with the procedures for complaints handling and the circumstances in which they should be engaged is demonstrated.
2. Identify clients objectives, needs and financial situation
a) A range of communication and interpersonal skills are used to gather clients’ personal, financial and business details.
b) Clients needs are identified by encouraging expression of their objectives and goals (short, medium and long term goals as relevant to the product).
c) Product risk profile of the client is identified.
d) Clients expectations of cash flow and relevant taxation obligations are obtained.
3. Analyse client objective, needs, financial situation and risk profile
a) An assessment of client needs is undertaken, utilising all information gathered and taking into account clients product expectations and specific needs.
b) Clients are consulted throughout the analysis for further clarification where necessary.
c) The need for specialist advice is analysed and/or client is referred to appropriate adviser for higher level/specialist advice if required.
d) Product risk profile of the client is assessed and agreed.
e) Understanding of the ASIC identified generic and specialist knowledge relevant to the products being offered, as detailed in the Evidence Guide, is demonstrated.
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4. Develop appropriate strategies and solutions
a) An appropriate strategy to provide for identified needs and outcomes is determined from analysis of products, client risk profile and assessment of clients’ needs.
b) Relevant research, analysis and product modelling is conducted.
c) Appropriate solution (plan, policy or transaction) is drafted for presentation to client.
5. Present appropriate strategies and solutions to the client
a) Product knowledge appropriate for the service or product offered is demonstrated when presenting the product.
b) The proposed transaction is explained and discussed with the client in a clear and unambiguous way.
c) Relevant details, terms and conditions of product/service are reinforced to client.
d) Impacts and possible risks of the solution are disclosed in a clear and concise manner to the client.
e) Client is provided with written supporting documentation and guided through the key aspects of the documentation.
6. Negotiate financial plan / policy / transaction with client
a) Concerns and/or issues the client has regarding the proposed plan/policy/transaction are discussed and clarified.
b) Confirmation is sought from client that they understand the proposed plan/policy/transaction.
7. Co-ordinate implementation of agreed plan/policy/transaction
a) The clients’ formal agreement to the proposed plan/policy/transaction is gained.
b) Associated fee and cost structures are clearly explained and confirmation of understanding gained from the client.
c) Time frames for execution and processing are clearly explained and confirmation of understanding gained from the client.
8. Complete and maintain necessary documentation
a) Proposal and all other statutory and transactional documents are completed and signed off by the client.
b) Copies of appropriate documentation and the signed agreement are exchanged.
9. Provide on going service where requested by client
a) Type and form of ongoing service; including reporting on performance and review of plan/policy/transaction is agreed with the client.
b) Fees and costs for ongoing and specifically defined service are clearly explained and confirmation of understanding gained from the client.
c) On going service is provided as required.
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VARIABLE SCOPE
ASIC expects that advisers providing financial services to retail consumers should be able to demonstrate that they have met the skills as well as the generic and specialist knowledge requirements relevant to their activities. The skill and knowledge requirements should be demonstrated by all advisers. However, we recognise that, depending on the nature of the activities undertaken, the skills demonstrated may vary in their level of detail.
Client Client's needs, objectives and financial situation may include:
• debt position
• security
• expectations of income from this product
• family income
• business needs
• expectations of access to product
• expectations of lifecycle and length of product
Adviser May include:
• any representative of a licensee
• employee or owner
• all natural persons who provide financial product advice to retail clients.
Documentation Documentation may include:
• computer and manual applications
• written advice
• disclaimers
• disclosures
• product application forms
Information The type of information to be obtained from the client might include:
• details of the customers needs and objectives for income, security, liquidity, and the time period the customer is planning for
• details of liabilities and potential liabilities of the customer
• individual investment preferences and aversion or tolerance to risk
• other customer details such as employment security, likely events and their impact on the customer, age and other products they have.
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VARIABLE SCOPE
Risk profile Risk assessment might include:
• risk factors and return expectations
• volatility of income and capital
• market and sector risks (economic cycle, fixed interest, property, stock market)
• access restrictions on product
• economic
• specific product risk
• borrowing risk/gearing
Customer attitudes and expectations
Customer attitudes and expectations might include:
• beliefs about performance
• security
• conservative
• risk
• fluctuations in income and/or capital
• moderate
• speculator
• passive
• active
• long-term or short-term investor
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Critical aspects of evidence will include:
Demonstrated knowledge of industry regulations and codes of practice, financial products and services, financial markets and characteristics, roles of other specialist providers and licensees, as well as the impacts of taxation on the clients financial requirements for the specific products offered.
For insurance products, competence in this unit is subject to the staff members’ approval/authority to accept the transfer of risk.
Interdependent assessment of units:
Pre-requisites for this unit have been obtained from standards within the securities industry sector, with generic advise provisions. Customisation of these units should reflect superannuation products.
Industry requirements to satisfy Tier 1 requirements are as follows:
Superannuation
FNBASX01A Determine client requirements and expectations
FNBASX02A Provide appropriate and timely information and advice to clients
FNBASX03A (civ unit) Conduct research to support recommendations
FNBASX04A Record and implement client instructions
Generic Knowledge Requirements:
ASIC have identified generic knowledge applicable to the entire industry:
For successful assessment of this unit, participants need to demonstrate understanding of the generic knowledge, as well as understanding of the specialist knowledge in relation to superannuation products and markets.
Generic knowledge requirements
• Generic knowledge about the economic environment; the characteristics and impact of economic and business cycles, including interest rates, exchange rates, inflation, and government monetary and fiscal policies.
• Generic knowledge about the operation of financial markets; the roles played by intermediaries and issuers, structure and inter-relationships within the financial markets, and inter-relationship between industry sectors.
• Generic knowledge about financial products; including the concept of a financial product, general definition, specific inclusions and exclusions, types of financial investment products, types of financial risk products.
• Generic knowledge about the taxation issues in relation to the products and markets in which they operate.
• Generic knowledge about advisory functions; the role of the representative/adviser, participants in the advisory services market, range of services provided, profile and financial information of the client, appropriateness of a risk assessment.
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• Generic knowledge about the legal environment and disclosure and compliance; the role of the representative/adviser, relevant legal principles (eg Corporations Act, FSRA, Trade Practices Act etc…) the relationship between ethics and regulatory requirements (eg good faith, utmost good faith, full disclosure of remuneration/fees and any other conflicts of interest which may influence the adviser’s recommendation).
• Knowledge of relevant industry Codes of Practice and conduct.
• Knowledge of complaints resolution procedures (internal and external).
• Knowledge of regulators guidelines including the requirements of ASIC’s policy statement 146.
Superannuation – Specialist Knowledge Operation and management of the superannuation industry
• characteristics and structure of a superannuation product • roles played by intermediaries and issuers • types of superannuation products • fee structures/administration and management costs • types of contribution • annuities/pensions, allocated pensions and income stream products • associated risks • structure of superannuation plans management and administration of
superannuation products • preservation rules • investment strategies within superannuation funds (ie investment concepts
and strategies) • restrictions on investment strategies
Taxation • impact on investment earnings • employer and employee contributions • benefit payments and expenses • tax deductions • capital gains tax treatment • roll-overs • reasonable benefit limits • superannuation surcharge • social security pension eligibility • retirement planning • death benefits • franking credits
Legal environment – disclosure and compliance
• the role of the representative/adviser • relevant legal principles (eg Corporations Act, ASIC Act, Privacy Amendment
(Private Sector) Act) • the relationship between ethics and regulatory requirements (eg good faith,
utmost good faith, full disclosure of remuneration/fees and any other conflicts of interest which may influence the adviser)
• relevant industry standards and codes of conduct • regulators’ guidelines including our requirements in this policy • complaints resolution procedures (external and, if relevant, internal)
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Underpinning skills to be demonstrated may include:
• completed needs analysis.
• the consistency, reasonableness and appropriateness of solutions/recommendations based on needs analysis and assessment of products available to the adviser.
• the quality and appropriateness of information supplied to clients.
• the currency and accuracy of documents held including application forms, customer advice records, customer information, brochures, etc.
Resource implications:
Unless otherwise specified, there are no significant resource implications for assessment of this unit, apart from access to a relevant workplace or closely simulated office environment and the use of a range of office equipment, technology and consumables. These may include standard commercial computer hardware, software, telephones, facsimiles, and other relevant office equipment.
Consistency in performance:
Assessment should cover a representative range of clients (risk profile and needs) and products.
Context for assessment:
Assessment of performance requirements in this unit must be undertaken within the Financial Services Industry context and should cover aspects of personal/financial responsibility and accountability. Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria, including the Range of Variables applicable to the workplace environment. Aspects of competency, including the attainment of relevant knowledge and skills, may be assessed in a relevant workplace, a closely simulated work environment, or other appropriate means that clearly meet industry competency requirements.
Registered Training Organisations need to be mindful of the legislative obligations of licensees, where ASIC have prescribed the opportunities where recognition of current competence can be undertaken for these units.
Key competencies:
Utilisation of the key competencies in the performance of this unit. Level of utilisation of key competencies (1 – perform; 2 – administer; 3 – design)
Communi-cating ideas
and information
Collecting, analysing
and organising information
Planning and
organising activities
Working with others in a team
Using mathe-matical ideas
and techniques
Solving problems
Using technology
3 3 3 3 3 3 3
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FNBASC03VA Provide advice in Derivatives
Stream: Generic
National Code: FNBASC03VA
Unit Description: This unit has been specifically designed to, when combined with industry specified units, satisfy the skills requirements of current ASIC (Australian Securities and Investment Commission) regulation (Financial Services Reform Act) at Tier 1 (Diploma) level in the Derivatives specialist and generic knowledge areas. The unit will be changed in accordance with relevant changes to the legislation.
This unit is a co-requisite unit that cannot be assessed or issued without first satisfying the industry specific units identified in the evidence guide.
ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
1. Establish Relationship with client
a) A range of communication and interpersonal skills are used to establish the knowledge level of client.
b) Enquiries in relation to products and services are responded to by explaining the range of products and services available and their relevant fee and charging methodology.
c) Client is informed of the role of the adviser and the licensee/principal responsible for the adviser’s conduct.
d) Familiarity with the procedures for complaints handling and the circumstances in which they should be engaged is demonstrated.
2. Identify clients objectives, needs and financial situation
a) A range of communication and interpersonal skills are used to gather clients’ personal, financial and business details.
b) Clients needs are identified by encouraging expression of their objectives and goals (short, medium and long term goals as relevant to the product).
c) Product risk profile of the client is identified.
d) Clients expectations of cash flow and relevant taxation obligations are obtained.
3. Analyse client objective, needs, financial situation and risk profile
a) An assessment of client needs is undertaken, utilising all information gathered and taking into account clients product expectations and specific needs.
b) Clients are consulted throughout the analysis for further clarification where necessary.
c) The need for specialist advice is analysed and/or client is referred to appropriate adviser for higher level/specialist advice if required.
d) Product risk profile of the client is assessed and agreed.
e) Understanding of the ASIC identified generic and specialist knowledge relevant to the products being offered, as detailed in the Evidence Guide, is demonstrated.
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4. Develop appropriate strategies and solutions
a) An appropriate strategy to provide for identified needs and outcomes is determined from analysis of products, client risk profile and assessment of clients’ needs.
b) Relevant research, analysis and product modelling is conducted.
c) Appropriate solution (plan, policy or transaction) is drafted for presentation to client.
5. Present appropriate strategies and solutions to the client
a) Product knowledge appropriate for the service or product offered is demonstrated when presenting the product.
b) The proposed transaction is explained and discussed with the client in a clear and unambiguous way.
c) Relevant details, terms and conditions of product/service are reinforced to client.
d) Impacts and possible risks of the solution are disclosed in a clear and concise manner to the client.
e) Client is provided with written supporting documentation and guided through the key aspects of the documentation.
6. Negotiate financial plan / policy / transaction with client
a) Concerns and/or issues the client has regarding the proposed plan/policy/transaction are discussed and clarified.
b) Confirmation is sought from client that they understand the proposed plan/policy/transaction.
7. Co-ordinate implementation of agreed plan/policy/transaction
a) The clients’ formal agreement to the proposed plan/policy/transaction is gained.
b) Associated fee and cost structures are clearly explained and confirmation of understanding gained from the client.
c) Time frames for execution and processing are clearly explained and confirmation of understanding gained from the client.
8. Complete and maintain necessary documentation
a) Proposal and all other statutory and transactional documents are completed and signed off by the client.
b) Copies of appropriate documentation and the signed agreement are exchanged.
9. Provide on going service where requested by client
a) Type and form of ongoing service; including reporting on performance and review of plan/policy/transaction is agreed with the client.
b) Fees and costs for ongoing and specifically defined service are clearly explained and confirmation of understanding gained from the client.
c) On going service is provided as required.
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VARIABLE SCOPE
ASIC expects that advisers providing financial services to retail consumers should be able to demonstrate that they have met the skills as well as the generic and specialist knowledge requirements relevant to their activities. The skill and knowledge requirements should be demonstrated by all advisers. However, we recognise that, depending on the nature of the activities undertaken, the skills demonstrated may vary in their level of detail.
Client Client's needs, objectives and financial situation may include:
• debt position
• security
• expectations of income from this product
• family income
• business needs
• expectations of access to product
• expectations of lifecycle and length of product
Adviser May include:
• any representative of a licensee
• employee or owner
• all natural persons who provide financial product advice to retail clients.
Documentation Documentation may include:
• computer and manual applications
• written advice
• disclaimers
• disclosures
• product application forms
Information The type of information to be obtained from the client might include:
• details of the customers needs and objectives for income, security, liquidity, and the time period the customer is planning for
• details of liabilities and potential liabilities of the customer
• individual investment preferences and aversion or tolerance to risk
• other customer details such as employment security, likely events and their impact on the customer, age and other products they have.
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Risk profile Risk assessment might include:
• risk factors and return expectations
• volatility of income and capital
• market and sector risks (economic cycle, fixed interest, property, stock market)
• access restrictions on product
• economic
• specific product risk
• borrowing risk/gearing
Customer attitudes and expectations
Customer attitudes and expectations might include:
• beliefs about performance
• security
• conservative
• risk
• fluctuations in income and/or capital
• moderate
• speculator
• passive
• active
• long-term or short-term investor
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Critical aspects of evidence will include:
Demonstrated knowledge of industry regulations and codes of practice, financial products and services, financial markets and characteristics, roles of other specialist providers and licensees, as well as the impacts of taxation on the clients financial requirements for the specific products offered.
For insurance products, competence in this unit is subject to the staff members’ approval/authority to accept the transfer of risk.
Interdependent assessment of units:
Pre-requisites for this unit have been obtained from standards within the related securities industry sector. Customisation of these units should reflect derivatives products.
Industry requirements to satisfy Tier 1 requirements are as follows:
Derivatives
FNBASX01A Determine client requirements and expectations
FNBASX02A Provide appropriate and timely information and advice to clients
FNBASX03A (civ unit) Conduct research to support recommendations
FNBASX04A Record and implement client instructions
Generic Knowledge Requirements:
ASIC have identified generic knowledge applicable to the entire industry:
For successful assessment of this unit, participants need to demonstrate understanding of the generic knowledge, as well as understanding of the specialist knowledge in relation to derivatives products and markets.
Generic knowledge requirements
• Generic knowledge about the economic environment; the characteristics and impact of economic and business cycles, including interest rates, exchange rates, inflation, and government monetary and fiscal policies.
• Generic knowledge about the operation of financial markets; the roles played by intermediaries and issuers, structure and inter-relationships within the financial markets, and inter-relationship between industry sectors.
• Generic knowledge about financial products; including the concept of a financial product, general definition, specific inclusions and exclusions, types of financial investment products, types of financial risk products.
• Generic knowledge about the taxation issues in relation to the products and markets in which they operate.
• Generic knowledge about advisory functions; the role of the representative/adviser, participants in the advisory services market, range of services provided, profile and financial information of the client, appropriateness of a risk assessment.
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• Generic knowledge about the legal environment and disclosure and compliance; the role of the representative/adviser, relevant legal principles (eg Corporations Act, FSRA, Trade Practices Act etc…) the relationship between ethics and regulatory requirements (eg good faith, utmost good faith, full disclosure of remuneration/fees and any other conflicts of interest which may influence the adviser’s recommendation).
• Knowledge of relevant industry Codes of Practice and conduct
• Knowledge of complaints resolution procedures (internal and external)
• Knowledge of regulators guidelines including the requirements of ASIC’s policy statement 146
Derivatives – Specialist Knowledge Operation of securities markets
• market participants • roles played by intermediaries • structure and inter-relationships within and between the
securities/derivatives sectors Types of products • range of derivatives
• associated risks • investment options using derivatives product
Theories of investment, portfolio management and management of investment and risk
• investment concepts • investment strategies • identification of types of risk • client risk profile
Taxation • awareness of taxation issues relating to derivatives Legal environment – disclosure and compliance
• the role of the representative/adviser • relevant legal principles (eg Corporations Act, ASIC Act, Privacy
Amendment (Private Sector) Act) • the relationship between ethics and regulatory requirements (eg good
faith, utmost good faith, full disclosure of remuneration/fees and any other conflicts of interest which may influence the adviser’s recommendation)
• relevant industry standards and codes of conduct • regulators’ guidelines including our requirements in this policy • complaints resolution procedures (external and, if relevant, internal) • elements of the Registered Representatives Examination (relevant) • SFE (Sydney Futures Exchange) or ASX (Australian Stock
Exchange) Operating Rules (where relevant)
Underpinning skills to be demonstrated may include:
• completed needs analysis
• the consistency, reasonableness and appropriateness of solutions/recommendations based on needs analysis and assessment of products available to the adviser
• the quality and appropriateness of information supplied to clients
• the currency and accuracy of documents held including application forms, customer advice records, customer information, brochures, etc.
Resource implications:
Unless otherwise specified, there are no significant resource implications for assessment of this unit, apart from access to a relevant workplace or closely simulated office environment and the use
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of a range of office equipment, technology and consumables. These may include standard commercial computer hardware, software, telephones, facsimiles, and other relevant office equipment.
Consistency in performance:
Assessment should cover a representative range of clients (risk profile and needs) and products.
Context for assessment:
Assessment of performance requirements in this unit must be undertaken within the Financial Services Industry context and should cover aspects of personal/financial responsibility and accountability. Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria, including the Range of Variables applicable to the workplace environment. Aspects of competency, including the attainment of relevant knowledge and skills, may be assessed in a relevant workplace, a closely simulated work environment, or other appropriate means that clearly meet industry competency requirements.
Registered Training Organisations need to be mindful of the legislative obligations of licensees, where ASIC have prescribed the opportunities where recognition of current competence can be undertaken for these units.
Key competencies:
Utilisation of the key competencies in the performance of this unit. Level of utilisation of key competencies (1 – perform; 2 – administer; 3 – design)
Communi-cating ideas
and information
Collecting, analysing
and organising information
Planning and
organising activities
Working with others in a team
Using mathe-matical
ideas and techniques
Solving problems
Using technology
3 3 3 3 3 3 3
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FNBASC03WA Provide advice in Securities
Stream: Generic
National Code: FNBASC03WA
Unit Description: This unit has been specifically designed to, when combined with industry specified units, satisfy the skills requirements of current ASIC (Australian Securities and Investment Commission) regulation (Financial Services Reform Act) at Tier 1 (Diploma) level in the Securities specialist and generic knowledge areas. The unit will be changed in accordance with relevant changes to the legislation.
This unit is a co-requisite unit that cannot be assessed or issued without first satisfying the industry specific units identified in the evidence guide.
ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
1. Establish relationship with client
a) A range of communication and interpersonal skills are used to establish the knowledge level of client.
b) Enquiries in relation to products and services are responded to by explaining the range of products and services available and their relevant fee and charging methodology.
c) Client is informed of the role of the adviser and the licensee/principal responsible for the adviser’s conduct.
d) Familiarity with the procedures for complaints handling and the circumstances in which they should be engaged is demonstrated.
2. Identify clients objectives, needs and financial situation
a) A range of communication and interpersonal skills are used to gather clients’ personal, financial and business details.
b) Clients needs are identified by encouraging expression of their objectives and goals (short, medium and long term goals as relevant to the product).
c) Product risk profile of the client is identified.
d) Clients expectations of cash flow and relevant taxation obligations are obtained.
3. Analyse client objective, needs, financial situation and risk profile
a) An assessment of client needs is undertaken, utilising all information gathered and taking into account clients product expectations and specific needs.
b) Clients are consulted throughout the analysis for further clarification where necessary.
c) The need for specialist advice is analysed and/or client is referred to appropriate adviser for higher level/specialist advice if required.
d) Product risk profile of the client is assessed and agreed.
e) Understanding of the ASIC identified generic and specialist knowledge relevant to the products being offered, as detailed in the Evidence Guide, is demonstrated.
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4. Develop appropriate
strategies and solutions
a) An appropriate strategy to provide for identified needs and outcomes is determined from analysis of products, client risk profile and assessment of clients’ needs.
b) Relevant research, analysis and product modelling is conducted.
c) Appropriate solution (plan, policy or transaction) is drafted for presentation to client.
5. Present appropriate strategies and solutions to the client
a) Product knowledge appropriate for the service or product offered is demonstrated when presenting the product.
b) The proposed transaction is explained and discussed with the client in a clear and unambiguous way.
c) Relevant details, terms and conditions of product/service are reinforced to client.
d) Impacts and possible risks of the solution are disclosed in a clear and concise manner to the client.
e) Client is provided with written supporting documentation and guided through the key aspects of the documentation.
6. Negotiate financial plan / policy / transaction with client
a) Concerns and/or issues the client has regarding the proposed plan/policy/transaction are discussed and clarified.
b) Confirmation is sought from client that they understand the proposed plan/policy/transaction.
7. Co-ordinate implementation of agreed plan/policy/transaction
a) The clients’ formal agreement to the proposed plan/policy/transaction is gained.
b) Associated fee and cost structures are clearly explained and confirmation of understanding gained from the client.
c) Time frames for execution and processing are clearly explained and confirmation of understanding gained from the client.
8. Complete and maintain necessary documentation
a) Proposal and all other statutory and transactional documents are completed and signed off by the client.
b) Copies of appropriate documentation and the signed agreement are exchanged.
9. Provide on going service where requested by client
a) Type and form of ongoing service; including reporting on performance and review of plan/policy/transaction is agreed with the client.
b) Fees and costs for ongoing and specifically defined service are clearly explained and confirmation of understanding gained from the client.
c) On going service is provided as required.
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ASIC expects that advisers providing financial services to retail consumers should be able to demonstrate that they have met the skills as well as the generic and specialist knowledge requirements relevant to their activities. The skill and knowledge requirements should be demonstrated by all advisers. However, we recognise that, depending on the nature of the activities undertaken, the skills demonstrated may vary in their level of detail.
Client Client's needs, objectives and financial situation may include:
• debt position
• security
• expectations of income from this product
• family income
• business needs
• expectations of access to product
• expectations of lifecycle and length of product
Adviser May include:
• any representative of a licensee
• employee or owner
• all natural persons who provide financial product advice to retail clients.
Documentation Documentation may include:
• computer and manual applications
• written advice
• disclaimers
• disclosures
• product application forms
Information The type of information to be obtained from the client might include:
• details of the customers needs and objectives for income, security, liquidity, and the time period the customer is planning for
• details of liabilities and potential liabilities of the customer
• individual investment preferences and aversion or tolerance to risk
• other customer details such as employment security, likely events and their impact on the customer, age and other products they have.
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Risk profile Risk assessment might include:
• risk factors and return expectations
• volatility of income and capital
• market and sector risks (economic cycle, fixed interest, property, stock market)
• access restrictions on product
• economic
• specific product risk
• borrowing risk/gearing
Customer attitudes and expectations
Customer attitudes and expectations might include:
• beliefs about