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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Manage time effectively to enhance productivity and enable a balanced lifestyle

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
117171	Manage time effectively to enhance productivity and enable a balanced lifestyle
ORIGINATOR
SGB Insurance and Investment
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 3	NQF Level 03	2
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 does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard.

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD

This Unit Standard introduces a holistic approach to time management that will enable learners to be efficient workers and lead a balanced lifestyle.

The qualifying learner is capable of:

Reflecting on personal use of time in order to plan a balanced lifestyle.

Researching aspects of a balanced lifestyle and their relationship to productivity.

Investigating tools and techniques to manage time.

Applying knowledge of time management to enhance own productivity and lifestyle.

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 Literacy at Level 2.

UNIT STANDARD RANGE

The typical scope of this Unit Standard is

Activities include, but are not limited to, home, work, recreation, relaxation, social, family responsibilities, community activities and scheduled, unscheduled and wasted time.

Support structures include mentors and networks.

Tools include, but are not limited to, schedules, task lists, diaries, personal digital assistants, and calendars and may be electronic or paper based.

Measurable outputs in terms of quantity, quality and time.

An action plan should include timeframes, resources, minimum standards and mechanisms for review.

Review should include reference to possible adjustments to goals or plans.

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Reflect on personal use of time in order to plan a balanced lifestyle.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Own activities over a specified period are analysed to determine own use of time.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Time spent on activities is analysed in terms of time in relation to quality and quantity.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

The most productive time of the day is identified for own lifestyle patterns and habits.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

The relationship between own stress levels and time management is identified for a specified period.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Research aspects of a balanced lifestyle and their relationship to productivity.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

The concept of a balanced lifestyle is explained with examples.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

The concept of productivity is explained with examples.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

The balance in own life is evaluated in terms of work and personal commitments and an indication is given of the impact these have on each other and on productivity.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

Support structures in own life are identified and an indication is given of how each serves as a resource.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Investigate tools and techniques to manage time.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Tools used to manage time are identified and an indication is given of when each is appropriate.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

The use of three different time management tools is compared with reference to the advantages and disadvantages of each and an indication is given of possible contingency plans for each tool.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Goal setting is explored as a time management technique and an indication is given of how the achievement of goals can be measured in the short, medium and long term.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

The importance of planning in time management is explained with reference to the integration of tasks, booking self time, prioritising tasks and meeting deadlines.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

Techniques for dealing with interruptions and unscheduled tasks are identified in order to set boundaries.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Apply knowledge of time management to enhance own productivity and lifestyle.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Realistic goals are set for the short, medium and long term to achieve a balanced lifestyle.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

An action plan with measurable outputs is developed to meet specific deadlines.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Networks and support structures that could help to achieve personal goals are identified for work and personal aspects.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

The importance of regular review of goals and action plans is explained with examples.

UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS

This Unit Standard will be internally assessed by the provider and moderated by a moderator registered by a relevant accredited ETQA or an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant accredited ETQA.

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 managing own time effectively.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING

The learner is able to work as a member of a community, social or work based a team in participating in networks and support structures.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING

The learner is able to organise him/herself and his/her own activities in managing time effectively to achieve a balanced lifestyle.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE

The learner is able to use science and technology effectively and critically in using electronic tools where appropriate.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING

The learner is able to demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising the relationship between a balanced lifestyle and productivity.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING

The learner is able to develop cultural sensitivity in arranging schedules to accommodate diversity in the workplace.

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

N/A

QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD:

	ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	STATUS	END DATE	PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
Core	66512	National Certificate: Foundry Operations	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2013-11-07	MERSETA
Core	49772	National Certificate: Archaeology	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2012-06-30	CATHSSETA
Core	49089	National Certificate: Financial Services	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	INSETA
Core	65651	National Certificate: Sewing Machine Mechanics	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	FPMSETA
Core	66609	Further Education and Training Certificate: Retail Insurance	Level 4	NQF Level 04	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual
Elective	66312	National Certificate: Lumber Milling	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	FPMSETA
Elective	58718	National Certificate: Metals Processing	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	MERSETA
Elective	66329	National Certificate: Lumber Milling	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	FPMSETA
Elective	50285	National Certificate: Professional Driving	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	TETA
Elective	49256	Further Education and Training Certificate: Counselling	Level 4	NQF Level 04	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	HW SETA
Elective	49649	Further Education and Training Certificate: Long-term Insurance	Level 4	NQF Level 04	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	INSETA
Elective	49529	Further Education and Training Certificate: Long-Term Risk Assessment	Level 4	NQF Level 04	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	INSETA
Elective	66289	Further Education and Training Certificate: Lumber Milling	Level 4	NQF Level 04	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2016-12-31	FPMSETA
Elective	49356	Further Education and Training Certificate: Medical Claims Assessing	Level 4	NQF Level 04	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	INSETA
Elective	66610	Further Education and Training Certificate: Short Term Insurance	Level 4	NQF Level 04	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-07-30	As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual
Elective	57613	Further Education and Training Certificate: Short-Term Risk Management	Level 4	NQF Level 04	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2012-06-30	INSETA
Elective	78003	Further Education and Training Certificate: Visual Arts	Level 4	NQF Level 04	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	CATHSSETA

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.	AAH Skills and Development
2.	Adimire Operators Skills Training Centre
3.	Akane Training Academy
4.	Andebe Training and Skills Development
5.	ASSURED VOCATIONAL SKILLS INSTITUTE PTY LTD
6.	Biva Investments (Pty) Ltd
7.	Blue Crane Skills Development
8.	Centre for Logistics Excellence (Pty) Ltd
9.	CHAMDOR DRIVER TRAINING CC
10.	Clearline Consulting Pty Ltd
11.	Dynamic Institute of Training S.A
12.	EDU - FLEET
13.	Edzani Community Development and Consultancy
14.	ESS Holdings (PTY) Ltd
15.	Exodec 388 CC
16.	FUTURE DISCOVERY TRAINING ACADEMY
17.	GOLDEN ARROW BUS SERVICES PTY LTD
18.	GREENRIM TRAINING PTY LTD
19.	He and She Driver Training Centre
20.	Ikusasa Lethu Projects and Training (Pty) Ltd
21.	Inkqubela Consultants
22.	INYAPA VHUSIKU CONSULTING PTY LTD
23.	Kahisano Skills Development and Training
24.	Kempston Driver Academy
25.	Kempston Driving Academy
26.	Khulani HR Consultancy (Pty) Ltd
27.	KVR Training and Business Solutions Pty Ltd
28.	KZN Business Solutions And HR Management cc
29.	Little Treehouse Holdings (PTY) Ltd
30.	Lwaze Lwanda General Traders CC
31.	Madidi Supply Chain Institute & Business Consultant
32.	Maliwa Investment (Pty)Ltd
33.	Masakhane Further Education and Training
34.	Mnce Trading cc
35.	Mziphela Training and Projects Pty. Ltd
36.	Ncameni Kasizane Skills Development PTY LTD
37.	Nowethu Learning Institute cc
38.	PAL PASSENGER BUS SERVICES
39.	Phephani Learnerships cc
40.	PINUS TECH TECHNOLOGIES TRADING AND PROJECTS
41.	Premier Conferencing cc
42.	Royal Impression Academy
43.	SC Training
44.	Sediba Sabasadi Skills Training Academy (Pty) Ltd
45.	Segaole Driving School
46.	Seng''khona Trading Enterprise 129 cc
47.	Sherq Technical Solutions (Pty) Ltd.
48.	South African Transport Centre of Excellence
49.	SPINA Consultancy cc Cape Town
50.	SVA Training
51.	Tasa Training Services cc
52.	The Skills Authority
53.	Thwala Training Services (Pty) Ltd
54.	TIRHANI SKILLSTRAINING PTY LTD
55.	Triton Express (Pty) Ltd
56.	Twin Mark Strategy and Management Consultants (Pty) Ltd
57.	Ukwakhile Projects Pty Ltd
58.	Various Aligned Safety And Training
59.	VCK TRAINING AND TECHNICAL SERVICES PTY LTD
60.	VEB CELE & ASSOCIATES PTY LTD
61.	Vhonisani Training Academy & Projects
62.	VSL General Trading CC
63.	WHSE Training College (Pty) Ltd
64.	WORKPLACE AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP TALENT SOLUTIONS