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Banking, Financial
Sector Services and Insurance Drafted on 24/03/2015
(BFSI)
Sub-sector Microfinance Last reviewed on 18/04/2015
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Qualifications Pack for Microfinance Executive
Keywords
Description
/Terms
Sector Sector is a conglomeration of different business operations having similar businesses
Definitions
and interests. It may also be defined as a distinct subset of the economy whose
components share similar characteristics and interests.
Sub-sector Sub-sector is derived from a further breakdown based on the characteristics and
interests of its components.
Occupation Occupation is a set of job roles, which perform similar/related set of functions in an
industry.
Function Function is an activity necessary for achieving the key purpose of the sector,
occupation, or area of work, which can be carried out by a person or a group of
persons. Functions are identified through functional analysis and form the basis of OS.
Job Role Job role defines a unique set of functions that together form a unique employment
opportunity in an organization.
OS OS specify the standards of performance an individual must achieve when carrying
out a function in the workplace, together with the knowledge and understanding they
need to meet that standard consistently. Occupational Standards are applicable both
in the Indian and global contexts.
Performance Performance Criteria are statements that together specify the standard of
Criteria performance required when carrying out a task.
NOS NOS are Occupational Standards which apply uniquely in the Indian context.
Qualifications Qualifications Pack Code is a unique reference code that identifies a qualifications
Pack Code pack.
Qualifications Qualifications Pack comprises the set of OS, together with the educational, training
Pack and other criteria required to perform a job role. A Qualifications Pack is assigned a
unique qualification pack code.
Unit Code Unit Code is a unique identifier for an Occupational Standard , which is denoted by an
‘N’.
Unit Title Unit Title gives a clear overall statement about what the incumbent should be able to
do.
Description Description gives a short summary of the unit content. This would be helpful to
anyone searching on a database to verify that this is the appropriate OS they are
looking for.
Knowledge and Knowledge and Understanding are statements which together specify the technical,
Understanding generic, professional and organizational specific knowledge that an individual needs in
order to perform to the required standard.
Organizational Organizational Context includes the way the organization is structured and how it
Context operates, including the extent of operative knowledge managers have of their relevant
areas of responsibility.
Technical Technical Knowledge is the specific knowledge needed to accomplish specific
Knowledge designated responsibilities.
Core Skills or Core Skills or Generic Skills are a group of skills that are key to learning and working in
Generic Skills today's world. These skills are typically needed in any work environment. In the
context of the OS , these include communication related skills that are applicable to
most job roles.
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Definitions Qualifications Pack for Microfinance Executive
OS Occupational Standard(s)
NOS National Occupational Standard(s)
QP Qualifications Pack
UGC University Grants Commission
MHRD Ministry of Human Resource Development
MoLE Ministry of Labor and Employment
NVEQF National Vocational Education Qualifications Framework
NVQF National Vocational Qualifications Framework
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BSC/N 0801 Sourcing Customers
National Occupational
Standard
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Overview
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BSC/N 0801 Sourcing Customers
Query resolution
General/ Administrative
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BSC/N 0801 Sourcing Customers
KA5. Understanding Code of Conduct with customers and security
procedures for handling sensitive customer information and safe guarding
their information
B. Technical
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
Knowledge
KB1. Types of products offered and details of the same
KB2. Understanding the Products offered by other financial providers,
money lenders etc.
KB3. Procedure for digitally updating customer details, if required
KB4. Factors that impact the creditworthiness of the customer
Basic economic, accounting and financial concepts such as interest rates,
profit/loss etc.
Skills (S)
A. Core Skills/ Writing Skills
Generic Skills The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. Prepare reports and /or summary on status of leads
SA2. Prepare reports, profiles and summary of the customers sourced
SA3. Fill in appropriate forms and documents
Reading Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA4. To read and understand circulars and guidelines of the organization
and relate then to regulatory guidelines
SA5. To read and verify authenticity of documents submitted by potential
customers
SA6. To read and explain terms and conditions of various products to
customers
SA7. To use a script for sourcing so as to standardize communication
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA11. Communicate clearly with supervisors and peers
SA12. Communicate with customers in a language and in ways understood
by them
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BSC/N 0801 Sourcing Customers
B. Professional Skills Decision Making
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The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB1. Plan appointments with prospective customers; be prepared with
appropriate plans prior to the meeting.
SB2. Prioritize and execute tasks in within the scheduled time limits
SB3. Adjust according changing requirements and achieve individual goals
SB4. Be a team player and achieve joint goals
Problem Solving
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB5. Address problems arising due to customer non-cooperation or
administrative fault and escalate those issues beyond one’s role.
SB6. Refer the anomalies to supervisor
SB7. Seek clarification on problems from others within the team
Customer centricity
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB8 . Treat customers personal information as confidential
SB9 . Work for the customers best interest
SB10. The user/individual on the job should not involve in personal
financial dealings with customers
Analytical Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB11
. Assess customers financial status and understand their financial
capacity for the appropriate product.
SB12. Interact regularly with customers and take some new ideas how to
service the customers with better products, service or need for any change
in the current status.
Motivation
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB13. Be self driven, take initiatives and deliver results set by the
organization and respective superiors
Critical Thinking
NA
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BSC/N 0801 Sourcing Customers
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BSC/N 0802 Assisting with application process
National Occupational
Standard
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Overview
This unit covers Assisting with application process
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BSC/N 0802 Assisting with application process
PC11. Update details of accounts opened and their status into information
system/records
PC12. Prepare and submit periodic reports on status of acquired customers to
General/ supervisor/ manager
Administrative PC13. Discuss and set revenue/account targets with supervisor/manager if applicable
PC14. Prepare reports on targets achieved and review future targets
PC15. Follow proper procedures as laid down by the bank in handling sensitive and
confidential customer information
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BSC/N 0802 Assisting with application process
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB1. Prioritize and execute tasks in within the scheduled time limits
SB2. Adjust according changing requirements and achieve individual goals
SB3. Be a team player and achieve joint goals
Customer centricity
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB4. Treat customers personal information as confidential
SB5. Work for the customers best interest
SB6. The user/individual on the job should not involve in personal financial dealings
with customers
Problem Solving
NA
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BSC/N 0802 Assisting with application process
Analytical Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB7. Assess if the customer is filling the application form as required and correct it
incase of any discrepancy.
Critical Thinking
NA
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BSC/N 0802 Assisting with application process
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BSC/N 0803 Loan Disbursement
National Occupational
Standard
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Overview
This unit covers performing Loan disbursement
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BSC/N 0803 Loan Disbursement
B. Technical
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
Knowledge
KB1. The regulatory system that governs banks and their impact on
procedures.
KB2. Requirements for KYC Norms, acceptable options of identity &
address proof, supporting documents required and other identification
procedures.
KB3. Methods to calculate interest & principal amounts for loan
repayment.
KB4. Modes of payment available to the customer.
KB5. Basic IT skills and operating procedures to update status of loans
sourced, Disbursed, Total loan details.
KB6. Factors that impact the creditworthiness of the customer.
KB7. Basic economic, accounting and financial concepts such as interest
rates, profit/loss etc.
KB8. Basic accounting techniques for recording transactions if required.
Skills (S)
A. Core Skills/ Writing Skills
Generic Skills The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. Prepare reports and summary of the documents for review.
Reading Skills
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BSC/N 0803 Loan Disbursement
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA2. Read and understand organizational and regulations & guidelines.
SA3. Read and understand status of application
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA4. Communicate with peers and supervisors to know status of the loan
application and disbursement details.
SA5. Communicate clearly with the customer using language that he/she
understands. Regional language expertise is a must
B. Professional Skills Decision Making
NA
Plan and Organize
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB1. Prioritize and execute tasks in within the scheduled time limits
SB2. Adjust according changing requirements and achieve individual goals
SB3. Be a team player and achieve joint goals
Customer centricity
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB4. Treat customers personal information as confidential
SB5. Work for the customers best interest
SB6. The user/individual on the job should not involve in personal
financial dealings with customers
Problem Solving
NA
Analytical Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB7. Assess customers financial status and understand their financial
Capacity before disbursing the loan.
Critical Thinking
NA
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BSC/N 0804
BSC/N 0803 Loan Disbursement
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BSC/N 0804 Collection & Follow-up
National Occupational
Standard
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Overview
This unit is about Collection & Follow-up
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BSC/N 0804 Collection & Follow-up
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BSC/N 0804 Collection & Follow-up
Skills (S)
A. Core Skills/ Writing Skills
Generic Skills The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. Prepare reports and summary of the documents for review
SA2. Maintain a report for customers that need a follow-up
Reading Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA3. Read and understand organizational and regulations & guidelines
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA4. Listen to the customers and be able to offer products that are
appropriate to their requirements
SA5. Communicate clearly with the customer using language that he/she
understands. Regional language expertise is a must
SA6. Communicate and share knowledge with peers and supervisors
B. Professional Decision Making
Skills NA
Plan and Organize
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB1. Prioritize and execute tasks in within the scheduled time limits
SB2. Adjust according changing requirements and achieve individual goals
SB3. Be a team player and achieve joint goals
Customer centricity
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB5. Treat customers personal information as confidential
SB6. Work for the customers best interest
SB7. The user/individual on the job should not involve in personal financial
dealings with customers
Problem Solving
NA
Analytical Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB4. Assess customers financial status and understand their financial capacity
for repaying the loan
Critical Thinking
NA
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BSC/N 0804 Collection & Follow-up
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Qualifications Pack for Microfinance Executive
1. Criteria for assessment for each Qualification Pack will be created by the Sector Skill Council. Each Performance Criteria (PC)
will be assigned marks proportional to its importance in NOS. SSC will also lay down proportion of marks for Theory and Skills
Practical for each PC
2. The assessment for the theory part will be based on knowledge bank of questions created by the SSC
3. Individual assessment agencies will create unique question papers for theory part for each candidate at each
examination/training center (as per assessment criteria below)
4. Individual assessment agencies will create unique evaluations for skill practical for every student at each
examination/training center based on this criteria
5. To pass the Qualification Pack, every trainee should score a minimum of 50% in every NOS.
6. In case of successfully passing only certain number of NOS's, the trainee is eligible to take subsequent assessment on the
balance NOS's to pass the Qualification Pack
Marks Allocation
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Qualifications Pack for Microfinance Executive
BSC/N 0804
Marks Allocation
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Qualifications Pack for Microfinance Executive
BSC/N 0804
Marks Allocation
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