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PROSPECTUS 2018 Higher Certificate Programmes Degree Programmes Honours Programmes Postgraduate Diploma Programmes
Empowering you to achieve.
UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2018 TABLE OF CONTENTS 04 05 Principal’s Introducing Message MANCOSA 05 06 Vision and Registration and Mission Accreditation 08 09 The MANCOSA Academic Advantage Support 11 11 Access Admission To You Requirements 15-39 43-59 Certificate Degree Programmes Programmes 63-71 73-77 Honours Postgraduate Diploma Programmes Programmes
Working hard for something we love is called passion. PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE Deciding to study is an important investment in your future. It is crucial that you choose the programme and school which is right for you. Making a career choice today can be a very challenging decision in a globalised and competitive environment. There is a need to raise the skills base in the workplace through the pursuit of appropriate qualifications from a reputable higher education institution, the Management College of Southern Africa (MANCOSA). MANCOSA strives to ensure that its students develop valuable life skills and become independent and confident individuals. These life skills enable students to deal more confidently with challenges that confront them in the world of work. MANCOSA academics are committed to lead students through the journey of academic exploration by applying theory to practice. MANCOSA ensures that the programmes it offers are sufficiently rigorous to equip students with the values of hard work, commitment and sacrifice. Join the MANCOSA world of academic excellence where learning is both fun and a challenge to prepare you to succeed in a competitive working environment. We wish you well in your studies. Professor Y M Karodia Principal 4 Member Institution of Honoris United Universities | w w w.mancosa.co.za | 2018
UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2018
INTRODUCING
MANCOSA
During 2017, Mancosa [GSB] became a proud
member of Honoris United Universities. Honoris
United Universities is the first pan-African private
higher education network committed to preparing
and educating the next generation of African leaders
and professionals able to impact regionally in a
globalized world. Collaborative intelligence, cultural
agility and mobile mindsets and skills are at the
What we heart of Honoris’ vision of higher education. Honoris
United Universities joins the expertise of its member
institutions to create pan-regional profile graduates
stand for that are competitive in today’s fast-paced and
demanding labor markets.
Honoris United Universities gathers a community of
VISION 27000 students on 48 campuses, in 9 countries and
30 cities across Africa. More than 100 degrees are
MANCOSA’S vision is to be the leading distance offered in the fields of Health Science, Engineering,
education provider that is responsive to the IT, Business, Law, Architecture, Arts and Design,
evolving education and training needs of dynamic Media, Education and Political Science.
economies through a commitment to people,
opportunity and quality. The Management College of Southern Africa
(MANCOSA) is a private higher education institution
committed to the provision of affordable, accessible
MISSION and accredited learning programmes.
MANCOSA endeavours to respond to the
MANCOSA is a leading provider of business and
changing education demands of both public and
management education programmes on the African
private sectors in dynamic economies through
continent and the Indian Ocean Islands through
the provision of innovative education.
supported distance education.
WHY CHOOSE MANCOSA? MANCOSA is renowned for academic excellence
and cutting-edge insights in the delivery of
• MANCOSA provides high quality education education and training. A strong emphasis is placed
• MANCOSA develops competitive and on the application of theory to practice to ensure
career-centred skills that learning is applied to real-life work situations.
• MANCOSA provides an intellectually
stimulating environment The emphasis is on personal development from
• MANCOSA connects students to a global both a professional and academic perspective.
gateway of knowledge; and MANCOSA qualifications prepare students for a
• MANCOSA programmes are responsive to future filled with many challenges and exciting
regional,national and international needs. opportunities.
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REGISTRATION AND
ACCREDITATION
QUALITY ASSURED
• MANCOSA is registered with the Department of Higher
Education and Training (DHET), registration number 2000/HE07/003;
• MANCOSA programmes are accredited by the Higher
Education Quality Committee (HEQC) of the Council on Higher
Education (CHE); and
• MANCOSA programmes are recorded on the National Qualifications
Framework (NQF) by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
AFFILIATIONS / PARTNERSHIPS
• Honoris United Universities (HUU);
• South African Business Schools Association (SABSA);
• Association of African Business Schools (AABS);
• National Association of Distance Education Organisations of
South Africa (NADEOSA); and
• European Foundation for Management and Development (EFMD)
• United Nations Academic Impact Initiative (UNAI).
INTERNATIONAL AND REGIONAL RECOGNITION
• Accredited by the Mauritius Tertiary Education Commission (TEC)
• Recognised by the Namibia Qualifications Authority (NQA)
• Registered with the Zambia Higher Education Authority (HEA)
• Accredited by the Malawi National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)
• Registered with the Botswana Qualifications Authority
(BQA), registration number 04217.
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UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2018
What makes us
different.
KEY
FACTS
—
For the first time in
the region, a higher
education initiative,
at international
standards, introduces
the collaborative
intelligence of African
institutions, leveraging
the knowledge and
expertise of multiple
communities and
countries.
1. DURBAN
2. PIETERMARITZBURG
3. JOHANNESBURG
4. PRETORIA
5. POLOKWANE
6. CAPE TOWN
7. PORT ELIZABETH
8. EAST LONDON
9. BOTSWANA
10. NAMIBIA
11. SWAZILAND
12. ZAMBIA
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THE MANCOSA
ADVANTAGE
FLEXIBILITY
Studying through distance learning means that there is little disruption
to your personal life and full-time work schedule. MANCOSA
programmes enable students to complete modules and assignments
according to their own time management to meet deadlines. Should
your job require extensive travel and extended working hours,
MANCOSA’s supported distance learning programmes are ideally
suited for you.
AFFORDABILITY
AND ACCESSIBILITY
MANCOSA is committed to
providing affordable access to
higher education through the
provision of accredited and
quality management
programmes.
OVERALL EXPERIENCE INTERACTIVE
Our programmes are designed The use of a range of teaching
and structured to stimulate you methods including formal lectures,
intellectually. The rigour of the case studies, group-work and
programmes and the effort required self-study exercises are core to the
to complete them successfully success of the programme you enrol
will ensure that you acquire the on. All of these help to build skills
knowledge, skills and abilities to face and competencies which develop
the challenges of the business world. students’ managerial capabilities.
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UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2018
WORKSHOP 1
These are held over 2 days (a weekend) and focus on
orientation, academic requirements, group-work, tutor
presentations and assessment preparation.
WORKSHOP 2
These are held over 2 days (a weekend) and focus
on group-work, tutor presentations and assessment
ACADEMIC
preparation.
SUPPORT
WORKSHOPS
Workshops are held during weekends to support students with their
studies. Students are given the opportunity to discuss key themes
and perspectives in their modules. Students are required to do the
pre-reading of modules before attending the workshops. Guidelines
are also given on how to prepare and submit quality assignments.
These sessions also foster group interaction between academics
and students in a supportive learning environment. Students are
encouraged to discuss issues which are relevant and to seek clarity
on important concepts in their studies.
STUDY GUIDES ACADEMIC SUPPORT
Study guides for each module MANCOSA academics have industry
include prescribed and experience and expertise to ensure
recommended readings, practical that students receive continuous
assignments, assessment support and guidance. Full-time
activities and tutorial letters. In academics are appointed in the
addition, textbooks are prescribed various support centres to provide
to supplement these readings and telephonic and email support to
are a core element of the module. students.
ENRICHMENT
WORKSHOPS
Additional workshops are held
throughout the year. These are
held over one day focusing on
subjects such as maths, statistics
and accounting. There is also a
focus on assessment preparation.
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Educating the next generation of African leaders and professionals.
UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2018
ADMISSION
REQUIREMENTS
HIGHER CERTIFICATE,
ADVANCED CERTIFICATE AND
DEGREE PROGRAMMES
The minimum admission requirement to enrol
on a MANCOSA undergraduate programme is a
National Senior Certificate with appropriate subject
combinations and appropriate endorsement.
The minimum entry requirement for an Advanced
Certificate is a Higher Certificate in the appropriate
ACCESS TO YOU field.
International students who have completed their
secondary education by means of the O and A level
LIBRARY AND ELECTRONIC system must have a combination of both O and A
level subjects in order to qualify for admission to an
RESOURCES GUIDES undergraduate programme.
MANCOSA has its own fully-equipped libraries in
most centres. It also has agreements with other HONOURS AND POSTGRADUATE
institutions which grant MANCOSA students access to DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES
library facilities. All MANCOSA students have free The minimum entry requirement onto a MANCOSA
access to the latest research and online journal postgraduate programme is an appropriate
articles via EBSCO Host, Emerald and SABINET. Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma.
MANCOSA STUDENT A recognised qualification, equivalent to a
Bachelor’s Degree, will also provide access to
SERVICES MANCOSA postgraduate programmes.
MANCOSA Student Services provides students with
comprehensive support on all aspects relating to their RECOGNITION OF PRIOR
studies. Various forms of personal, telephonic and LEARNING (RPL) / MATURE
online support are available to registered students.
STUDENT
It is possible, in exceptional circumstances, to gain
The dedicated student portal (www.mymancosa.com)
entry into a programme on the basis of RPL. Note
provides all registered students with a range of
that acceptance based on MANCOSA’s RPL policy
academic support and information.
is subject to approval of the Student Recruitment,
Admission and Selection Committee. For further
information contact the MANCOSA Offices.
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UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2018
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UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2018
Higher Certificate
in Accounting
Programme Description Career Opportunities
The Higher Certificate in Accounting is an On completion of the programme,
undergraduate programme that offers a graduates can aspire to the following
combination of theory and practice in the positions:
key area of accounting. The purpose of
the programme is to provide a structured • Accountant
qualification for students wishing to work • Bookkeeper
as bookkeepers and junior accountants • Accounts Clerk
and to equip students with a sound • Debtors Clerk
fundamental knowledge base regarding
accounting.
Who Should Apply?
The programme aims to develop an • School leavers looking to pursue a
integrated conceptual understanding, career in accounting.
synthesis and application of accounting • Individuals looking to work in the
principles. It provides a relevant higher accounting field.
education qualification enabling students
to gain meaningful employment. Mode of Delivery
The programme will develop junior This programme is offered through
management skills, and provide distance learning.
participants with skills in accounting,
organisation and management. Applicants can enquire about additional
support classes.
The Higher Certificate in Accounting
programme provides a career path for Admission Requirements
those wanting to specialise in accounting • The minimum entry requirement is the
and financial management. National Senior Certificate or National
Certificate Vocational with appropriate
Articulation subject combinations and levels of
Completion of the Higher Certificate achievement; or
meets the minimum entry requirement for • An equivalent NQF level 4 qualification
admission to an appropriate Advanced with proven proficiency in English.
Certificate. A Higher Certificate may
also allow access to an appropriate
Bachelor’s degree.
Programme Structure
Duration: 1 Year
Semester One Semester Two
• Management Principles • Financial Accounting A
• Financial Accounting B • Management Accounting
• Business Law • Basic Economics and Finance
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UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2018
Higher Certificate in
Business Management
Programme Description Who Should Apply?
The Higher Certificate in Business • School leavers looking to pursue a
Management is a one year programme career in business and management.
that prepares students for employment in • Individuals who wish to acquire
junior and middle management positions. business management skills.
It develops skills, knowledge and values • Managers of small businesses.
in the areas of team management, • Individuals who are currently in
strategic management, project supervisory and management positions
management, marketing, finance and looking to improve their management
people management. skills.
The programme is aimed at preparing Mode of Delivery
students for a career in business and This programme is offered through
management. It focuses on the functional distance learning.
areas of management and ensures
students apply theory to practice. Applicants can enquire about additional
support classes.
Articulation
Completion of the Higher Certificate Admission Requirements
meets the minimum entry requirement for • The minimum entry requirement is the
admission to an appropriate Advanced National Senior Certificate or National
Certificate. A Higher Certificate may Certificate Vocational with appropriate
also allow access to an appropriate subject combinations and levels of
Bachelor’s degree. achievement; or
• An equivalent NQF level 4 qualification
Career Opportunities with proven proficiency in English.
On completion of the programme,
graduates can aspire to the following
positions:
• Business Administrator
• Business Assistant
• Junior Manager
• Assistant Manager
• Supervisor
Programme Structure
Duration: 1 Year
Semester One Semester Two
• Management Principles • Project Management
• End User Computing • Business Communication
• Business Mathematics • Accounting and Finance
• Business Law • Marketing
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UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2018
Higher Certificate in Human
Resource Management
Programme Description Career Opportunities
The Higher Certificate in Human Resource On completion of the programme,
Management is a one year programme graduates can aspire to the following
that prepares students for employment positions:
in human resource positions. Human
resource management is critical for the • Human Resources Administrator
long-term sustainability and economic • Human Resources Consultant
growth of the Southern African industry, • Human Resources Assistant
business and other types of organisations.
Who Should Apply?
People in industry and business determine • School leavers looking to pursue a
to a great extent economic success or career in human resource management.
failure, and therefore it is critical that • Individuals who wish to acquire
supervisors and administrative staff human resource management skills.
have the basic ability to engage with the • Human resource administrators who
changing demands of the workplace and wish to move into a human resource
industry. A Higher Certificate in Human consultancy position.
Resource Management provides an ideal • Individuals who are currently in
platform for school leavers to develop basic human resource positions looking
human resource administration knowledge, to improve their human resource
skills and competencies. management skills.
This programme has a real-world and
market focus and can be immediately Mode of Delivery
applied in the workplace. It offers up This programme is offered through
to date information on domestic and distance learning. Applicants can enquire
international human resource practices. about additional support classes.
The course work stresses on practical
techniques to identify and attract Admission Requirements
employees. In addition, it positions human • The minimum entry requirement is the
resource as a strategic business partner in National Senior Certificate or National
a highly competitive work environment. Certificate Vocational with appropriate
subject combinations and levels of
Articulation achievement; or
Completion of the Higher Certificate • An equivalent NQF level 4 qualification
meets the minimum entry requirement for with proven proficiency in English.
admission to an appropriate Advanced
Certificate. A Higher Certificate may
also allow access to an appropriate
Bachelor’s degree.
Programme Structure
Duration: 1 Year
Semester One Semester Two
• Principles of Human Resource Management • Training and Development
• Human Resource Planning • Compensation and Benefits
• Recruitment and Selection • Performance Management
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UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2018
Higher Certificate in
Information Technology
Programme Description Career Opportunities
The Higher Certificate in Information On completion of the programme,
Technology is a one year programme graduates can aspire to the following
and provides a structured programme positions:
for persons wishing to work as
information technology support staff in • Network Developer
public and private sector organisations. • Business Analyst
• IT Consultant
• Data Capturers
The qualification aims to develop an
• IT Administrator
integrated conceptual understanding,
synthesis and application of information
technology principles. It will also develop Who Should Apply?
• School leavers looking to pursue a
communication and project management
career in Information Technology.
skills, and provide students with skills in
• Individuals who are interested in
information technology support. pursuing a career in providing IT
support.
This qualification covers fundamental • Individuals who enjoy providing
concepts and components into the business solutions and solving
technology and operation of modern problems.
information systems.
Mode of Delivery
Articulation This programme is offered through
Completion of the Higher Certificate distance learning.
meets the minimum entry requirement for
admission to an appropriate Advanced Applicants can enquire about additional
Certificate. A Higher Certificate may support classes.
also allow access to an appropriate
Bachelor’s degree. Admission Requirements
• The minimum entry requirement is the
National Senior Certificate or National
Certificate Vocational with appropriate
subject combinations and levels of
achievement; or
• An equivalent NQF level 4 qualification
with proven proficiency in English.
Programme Structure
Duration: 1 Year
Semester One Semester Two
• Computer Hardware and Architecture • Business Communication
• Web Development • Information Systems
• Essential Business Mathematics • Introduction to Programming
• End User Computing • Networking Fundamentals
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UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2018
Higher Certificate in Local
Government and Development
Management
Programme Description Career Opportunities
The Higher Certificate in Local On completion of the programme,
Government and Development graduates can aspire to the following
Management aims to build the capacity positions:
of local government officials and those
wishing to join the public sector. The • Public Administrator
programme provides foundational • Local Government Official
learning in the functional areas of • Municipal Councillor
local government and development • Compliance Monitoring Officer
management.
Who Should Apply?
This programme also empowers • School leavers looking to pursue a
students with a high level of professional career in local government management.
expertise together with a broad range of • Individuals who wish to acquire
managerial skills in the local government business management skills in local
sector. This qualification is tailor-made government.
for the local government environment,
allowing managers and councillors to
Mode of Delivery
meet their different professional needs
This programme is offered through
while keeping up-to-date with the latest
distance learning. Applicants can enquire
issues.
about additional support classes.
The programme ensures that students
gain knowledge, skills and competencies Admission Requirements
in the principles and practices of local • The minimum entry requirement is the
government management enabling them National Senior Certificate or National
to make a difference in the delivery of Certificate Vocational with appropriate
services to local communities. subject combinations and levels of
achievement; or
• An equivalent NQF level 4 qualification
Articulation with proven proficiency in English.
Completion of the Higher Certificate
meets the minimum entry requirement for
admission to an appropriate Advanced
Certificate. A Higher Certificate may
also allow access to an appropriate
Bachelor’s degree.
Programme Structure
Duration: 1 Year
Semester One Semester Two
• Local Government Finance • Local Government Management
• Local Government Law • Project Management
• Local Government Human Resource • Disaster Management
Management • Ethics and Professionalism
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UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2018
Higher Certificate
in Marketing
Programme Description Career Opportunities
The Higher Certificate in Marketing aims On completion of the programme,
to provide students with the framework graduates can aspire to the following
for understanding the dynamics of positions:
marketing which is a major operating
function of any organisation in pursuit • Marketing Administrator
of business. Equipped with the core • Marketing Coordinator
marketing principles and concepts, • Marketing Assistant
students of this programme will have
greater opportunity to compete and Who Should Apply?
succeed in their future marketing career. • School leavers looking to pursue a
career in marketing.
This programme provides the • Individuals who wish to acquire
foundational building blocks of marketing skills.
understanding marketing. It is neither too • Entrepreneurs.
narrow nor limited to retail marketing or • Individuals who are currently in
sales management. management positions looking
to improve their marketing skills.
This qualification will equip students
with a fairly broad-based knowledge
of the world of business. They will be Mode of Delivery
able to think across different disciplines, This programme is offered through
as companies are confronted with distance learning. Applicants can enquire
a continuous process of developing about additional support classes.
and maintaining a feasible fit between
organisations’ objectives, skills and Admission Requirements
resources and their changing marketing • The minimum entry requirement is the
opportunities. National Senior Certificate or National
Certificate Vocational with appropriate
Articulation subject combinations and levels of
Completion of the Higher Certificate achievement; or
meets the minimum entry requirement for • An equivalent NQF level 4 qualification
admission to an appropriate Advanced with proven proficiency in English.
Certificate. A Higher Certificate may
also allow access to an appropriate
Bachelor’s degree.
Programme Structure
Duration: 1 Year
Semester One Semester Two
• Principles of Marketing Management • Marketing Communication
• Consumer Behaviour and Decision Making • Branding and Brand Management
• Marketing Research • Global and e-Marketing
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UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2018
Higher Certificate in
Project Management
Programme Description Career Opportunities
Project Management has emerged in On completion of the programme,
the business world as one of the most graduates can aspire to the following
popular career fields in the twenty-first positions:
century. It encompasses and touches
every facet and business unit of the • Project Administrator
organisation from human resources • Project Coordinator
to finance and information technology. • Supervisor or Planner
Having a project management • Project Manager
qualification enables individuals to easily
switch careers. Who Should Apply?
• School leavers looking to pursue a
The project management framework career in project management.
cuts across all disciplines while the • Individuals who wish to acquire
tools and techniques required to manage project management skills.
projects remain the same. Some of • Managers of businesses.
these tools and techniques may need to • Individuals who are currently in
be adapted based on the nature of the supervisory and management positions
project and the industry. This programme looking to improve their project
is intended to provide students with management skills.
the framework for understanding the
dynamics of project management and
covers all the essential elements and Mode of Delivery
processes in project management. This programme is offered through
distance learning.
Articulation Applicants can enquire about additional
Completion of the Higher Certificate support classes.
meets the minimum entry requirement for
admission to an appropriate Advanced
Certificate. A Higher Certificate may Admission Requirements
also allow access to an appropriate • The minimum entry requirement is the
Bachelor’s degree. National Senior Certificate or National
Certificate Vocational with appropriate
subject combinations and levels of
achievement; or
• An equivalent NQF level 4 qualification
with proven proficiency in English.
Programme Structure
Duration: 1 Year
Semester One Semester Two
• Fundamentals of Project Management • Project Schedule, Cost and Budget Control
• Project Scope and Time Management • Project Risk Management
• Project Quality Management • Project Monitoring and Evaluation
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UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2018
Higher Certificate in
Public Management
Programme Description Career Opportunities
The Higher Certificate in Public On completion of the programme,
Management is an undergraduate graduates can aspire to the following
programme that offers a combination of positions:
theory and practice in the area of public
management. • Local Government Official
• Public Administrator
The purpose of the programme is to
provide a structured programme for
students wishing to work as public Who Should Apply?
officials. The need for well-qualified, • School leavers looking to pursue a
efficient, client-oriented public officials career in public management.
has been identified as a priority in all • Individuals looking to get into the
spheres of government. public management field.
• Administrators in public enterprises.
The qualification aims to develop an
integrated conceptual understanding, Mode of Delivery
synthesis and application of specific This programme is offered through
issues in public management. distance learning.
The qualification is aimed at equipping Applicants can enquire about additional
line managers with the knowledge and support classes.
skills required to fulfil their management
role within the public sector. Admission Requirements
• The minimum entry requirement is the
Articulation National Senior Certificate or National
Certificate Vocational with appropriate
Completion of the Higher Certificate subject combinations and levels of
meets the minimum entry requirement for achievement; or
admission to an appropriate Advanced • An equivalent NQF level 4 qualification
Certificate. A Higher Certificate may with proven proficiency in English.
also allow access to an appropriate
Bachelor’s degree.
Programme Structure
Duration: 1 Year
Semester One Semester Two
• Public Administration • Business Communication
• End User Computing • Politics and Ethics in Governance
• Local Government Management • Public Finance
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UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2018
Higher Certificate in
Public Sector Procurement
Programme Description Who Should Apply?
The Higher Certificate in Public Sector • School leavers looking to pursue a
Procurement aims to build the capacity career in public sector procurement.
of local government officials and those • Individuals currently working in the
wishing to join the public sector. field of public sector procurement.
The purpose of the programme is to Mode of Delivery
equip students with a sound fundamental This programme is offered through
knowledge base and basic skills distance learning.
regarding procurement in the public
sector. The programme ensures that
students gain knowledge, skills and Admission Requirements
competencies in procurement. • The minimum entry requirement is the
National Senior Certificate or National
Certificate Vocational with appropriate
Articulation subject combinations and levels of
Completion of the Higher Certificate achievement; or
meets the minimum entry requirement for • An equivalent NQF level 4 qualification
admission to an appropriate Advanced with proven proficiency in English.
Certificate. A Higher Certificate may
also allow access to an appropriate
Bachelor’s degree.
Career Opportunities
On completion of the programme,
graduates can aspire to the following
positions in the public sector:
• Procurement Officer
• Buyer
• Procurement Administrator
• Supply Chain Administrator
• Transport and Logistics Administrator
Programme Structure
Duration: 1 Year
Semester One Semester Two
• Principles of Public Administration • Fundamentals of Public Finance
• Legal Issues in Public Sector Procurement • Supply Chain Diligence
• Public Sector Procurement and Supply • Logistics and Materials Handling
Chain Management • Public Procurement and Supply Tools
• Managing Supply Chain Relationships
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UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2018
Higher Certificate in
Supply Chain Management
Programme Description Career Opportunities
The Higher Certificate in Supply Chain On completion of the programme,
Management offers a combination of graduates can aspire to the following
theory and practice in the area of supply positions:
chain management. The qualification
aims to develop an integrated conceptual • Supply Chain Manager
understanding, synthesis and application • Logistics Manager
of specific issues in supply chain • Procurement Manager
management. The purpose of this • Assistant Manager
qualification is to equip students with • Supervisor
a sound fundamental knowledge base
and basic skills regarding supply chain Who Should Apply?
management.
• School leavers looking to pursue a
The Higher Certificate in Supply Chain career in supply chain management.
Management is aimed at equipping first- • Individuals looking to get into the
line managers with the knowledge and logistics or procurement field.
skills required to fulfil their management • Managers of small businesses.
role within the supply chain. This includes • Individuals who are currently in
the areas of warehousing, transport, supervisory and management positions
inventory, materials management and looking to improve their management skills.
purchasing.
Mode of Delivery
Articulation This programme is offered through
Completion of the Higher Certificate distance learning. Applicants can enquire
meets the minimum entry requirement for about additional support classes.
admission to an appropriate Advanced
Certificate. A Higher Certificate may
Admission Requirements
also allow access to an appropriate
• The minimum entry requirement is the
Bachelor’s degree.
National Senior Certificate or National
Certificate Vocational with appropriate
subject combinations and levels of
achievement; or
• An equivalent NQF level 4 qualification
with proven proficiency in English.
Programme Structure
Duration: 1 Year
Semester One Semester Two
• Management Principles • Logistics Management
• Supply Chain Management • Operations Management
• Basic Economics and Finance • Purchasing Management
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UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2018
Higher Certificate in
Tax Administration
Programme Description Who Should Apply?
The Higher Certificate in Tax • School leavers looking to pursue a
Administration is a one year career in tax administration.
programme that prepares students • Individuals who are currently in
for employment in tax administration. employment within a tax environment
and wish to advance their careers.
The programme provides students
with the framework for understanding Mode of Delivery
tax administration and covers basic This programme is offered through
individual and business taxation. distance learning.
The purpose of the programme is
Admission Requirements
to respond to the needs of industry,
• The minimum entry requirement is the
government and the private and
National Senior Certificate or National
financial sector in the provision of a
Certificate Vocational with appropriate
qualification in taxation administration.
subject combinations and levels of
achievement; or
Articulation • An equivalent NQF level 4 qualification
Completion of the Higher Certificate with proven proficiency in English.
meets the minimum entry requirement for
admission to an appropriate Advanced
Certificate. A Higher Certificate may
also allow access to an appropriate
Bachelor’s degree.
Career Opportunities
On completion of the programme,
graduates can aspire to the following
positions:
• Tax Clerk
• Tax Administrator
• Tax Consultant
• Bookkeeper
Programme Structure
Duration: 1 Year
Semester One Semester Two
• Tax Administration and Tax Policy • Business Communication
• End User Computing • Taxation B
• Basic Accounting • Taxation C
• Taxation A • Elementary Economics
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UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2018
Advanced Certificate in
Financial Planning
Programme Description Career Opportunities
The Advanced Certificate in Financial On completion of the programme,
Planning is an undergraduate graduates can aspire to the following
programme that offers a combination positions:
of theory and practice in the area of
financial services. • Financial Planner
• Financial Advisor
Qualifying students will develop an • Personal Financial Consultant
integrated conceptual understanding, • Financial Analyst
synthesis and application of specific • Investment Broker
issues in financial planning.
Who Should Apply?
They will also develop research skills, • Individuals who are interested in
financial planning skills as well as skills in pursuing a career in a financial
communication. service field.
• Individuals who enjoy consulting in
The programme provides background financial matters and planning
knowledge to allow junior and middle financial investments.
managers to pursue senior management
positions within their organisations.
Mode of Delivery
This programme will allow students to This programme is offered through
apply theories to practice and students distance learning.
will be well placed to pursue further
studies. Applicants can enquire about additional
support classes.
Articulation
Completion of the Advanced Certificate Admission Requirements
meets the minimum entry requirement • The minimum entry requirement is a
into a cognate Diploma programme or Higher Certificate in the appropriate
Bachelor’s degree. field; or
• An equivalent NQF level 5 qualification.
Programme Structure
Duration: 1 Year
Semester One Semester Two
• Financial Planning Environment • Practice Management
• Personal Financial Planning • Income Tax Planning
• Business Financial Planning • Financial Management
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UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2018
Advanced Certificate in
Management Studies
Programme Description Career Opportunities
The Advanced Certificate in Management On completion of the programme,
Studies is a one year programme aimed graduates can aspire to the following
at providing students with an overview positions:
of key management philosophies and
practices. • Business Manager
• Business Assistant
It offers students the opportunity to build • Management Assistant
a strong foundation in management • Administration Manager
education. This programme provides a
comprehensive view of contemporary Who Should Apply?
management practice in both the public • Junior and middle managers.
and private sectors. • Executives with recently acquired or
expanded general management
The programme provides background responsibilities.
knowledge to allow junior and middle • Persons aspiring to advance within
managers to pursue senior management their organisations.
positions within their organisations. • Individuals wishing to gain a strong
foundation in management practices.
This programme will allow students to
apply theories to practice and students
will be well placed to pursue further Mode of Delivery
studies. This programme is offered through
distance learning.
Articulation Applicants can enquire about additional
Completion of the Advanced Certificate support classes.
meets the minimum entry requirement
into a cognate Diploma programme or
Bachelor’s degree. Admission Requirements
• The minimum entry requirement is a
Higher Certificate in the appropriate
field; or
• An equivalent NQF level 5 qualification.
Programme Structure
Duration: 1 Year
Semester One Semester Two
• Principles of Management • Microeconomics
• Marketing • Business Statistics
• Business Information Systems • Accounting
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UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2018
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UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2018
Bachelor of Business
Administration
PROGRAMME DESCRIPTION CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
The Bachelor of Business Administration On completion of the programme,
is a three year undergraduate degree graduates can aspire to the following
programme that equips students with positions:
an understanding of the business
and management environments. The • Business Manager
programme aims at developing a student’s • Business Strategist
intellectual ability, executive personality and • Entrepreneur
managerial skills through an appropriate • Business Consultant
blend of business and general education.
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
Students are able to understand and • School leavers looking to pursue a
develop unique leadership qualities career in business and management.
required to successfully manage a • Individuals aiming at a career in
business. The programme is also designed business and management.
to produce up-to date, assertive and • Individuals intending to occupy middle
effective executives for business and other management positions.
organisations and prepares students for • Managers of small businesses.
further studies. The programme covers • Entrepreneurs wishing to start their
a variety of business and management own business.
principles.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
ARTICULATION • The minimum entry requirement is the
A Bachelor’s Degree is the minimum entry National Senior Certificate or National
requirement for admission to a Bachelor Certificate Vocational with appropriate
Honours Degree or Postgraduate Diploma. subject combinations and levels of
achievement; or
MODE OF DELIVERY • An equivalent NQF level 4 qualification
This programme is offered through distance with proven proficiency in English.
learning. Applicants can enquire about • A Higher Certificate; an Advanced
additional support classes. Certificate or Diploma in a cognate field.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
DURATION: 3 YEARS
Year One Year Two Year Three
Semester One Semester One Semester One
• Business Management 1A • Business Management 2A • Business Administration 3A
• Economics 1A • Business Administration 2A • Business Administration 3B
• End User Computing • Business and Society • Business Management 3A
• Business Mathematics • Management Accounting • Business Management 3B
Semester Two Semester Two Semester Two
• Business Management 1B • Business Management 2B • Business Administration 3C
• Economics 1B • Business Administration 2B • Business Administration 3D
• Business Communication • Information Systems • Business Management 3C
• Financial Accounting • Business Statistics • Business Management 3D
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UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2018
Bachelor of Public
Administration
Programme Description Career Opportunities
The Bachelor of Public Administration On completion of the programme,
programme is an undergraduate degree graduates can aspire to the following
programme which focuses on the principles positions:
and practices of Public Administration and
Management in the Public Sector. The • Public Manager
programme equips the student to function • Immigration Administrator
effectively and efficiently in public service • Local Government Manager
organisations. It also examines local
systems of government. Who Should Apply?
• School leavers who wish to pursue a
This includes an understanding of the career in the public sector.
different types of local government • Public service employees who wish to
and their constitutional relations with upgrade their skills.
intermediate and central government. It
also examines public policy issues and
priorities. The programme has the primary Admission Requirements
purpose of providing a well-rounded, • The minimum entry requirement is the
broad education that equips students with National Senior Certificate or National
the knowledge base and methodology Certificate Vocational with appropriate
principles that enable them to enter the subject combinations and levels of
labour market. achievement; or
• An equivalent NQF level 4 qualification
Articulation with proven proficiency in English.
A Bachelor’s Degree is the minimum entry • A Higher Certificate; an Advanced
requirement for admission to a Bachelor Certificate or Diploma in a cognate field.
Honours Degree or Postgraduate Diploma.
Mode of Delivery
This programme is offered through distance
learning. Applicants can enquire about
additional support classes.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
DURATION: 3 YEARS
Year One Year Two Year Three
Semester One Semester One Semester One
• Public Administration 1A • Public Administration 2A • Public Administration 3A
• Economics 1A • Local Government 1A • Public Administration 3B
• End User Computing • Public Law • Local Government 2A
• Business Mathematics • Public Sector Economics • Research in the Public Sector
Semester Two Semester Two Semester Two
• Public Administration 1B • Public Administration 2B • Local Government 2B
• Economics 1B • Local Government 1B • Public Administration 3C
• Business Communication • Introduction to Politics • Public Administration 3D
• Financial Accounting • Ethics in the Public Sector • Public Sector Budgeting
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UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2018
Bachelor of Commerce
in Entrepreneurship
Programme Description Mode of Delivery
Entrepreneurship is the process of This programme is offered through distance
identifying, creating and realising learning. Applicants can enquire about
opportunities for new business or social additional support classes.
ventures. The Bachelor of Commerce in
Entrepreneurship is an undergraduate Career Opportunities
degree programme that aims to provide On completion of the programme,
knowledge, skills and acumen to those graduates can aspire to the following
aspiring to start their own business or positions:
those wishing to contribute to successful
entrepreneurial ventures. • Business Owner
• Advisor for SMME's
The Bachelor of Commerce in • Analyst for SMME's
Entrepreneurship responds to the • Business Development Manager
needs of students and the community • Business Management
through providing appropriate training • Business Consultant
in entrepreneurship and entrepreneurial
development. The programme content Who Should Apply?
is designed to provide qualifiers with • School leavers who wish to pursue a
graduate-level knowledge, specific skills career in Entrepreneurship.
and applied competence (including the • Persons wishing to become entrepreneurs
development of graduate attributes and or start up their own business.
qualities) in the field of entrepreneurship, • Existing business owners wishing to
the programme provides opportunities for improve their entrepreneurial skills.
continued personal intellectual growth,
gainful economic activity and rewarding Admission Requirements
contributions to society. • The minimum entry requirement is the
National Senior Certificate or National
Articulation Certificate Vocational with appropriate
A Bachelor’s Degree is the minimum entry subject combinations and levels of
requirement for admission to a Bachelor achievement; or
Honours Degree or Postgraduate Diploma. • An equivalent NQF level 4 qualification
with proven proficiency in English.
• A Higher Certificate; an Advanced
Certificate or Diploma in a cognate field.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
DURATION: 3 YEARS
Year One Year Two Year Three
Semester One Semester One Semester One
• Entrepreneurship 1A • Entrepreneurship 2A • Entrepreneurship 3A
• Economics 1A • Business Management 2A • Business Management 3A
• Business Management 1A • Management Accounting • Business Management 3B
• Business Mathematics • Business Law • Entrepreneurship 3B
Semester Two Semester Two Semester Two
• Entrepreneurship 1B • Entrepreneurship 2B • Entrepreneurship 3C
• Economics 1B • Business Management 2B • Entrepreneurship 3D
• Business Management 1B • Computing Applications • Statistical Techniques in Business
• Business Communication • Financial Accounting Principles • Information Management
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UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2018
Bachelor of Commerce in
Financial Management
Programme Description Career Opportunities
The Bachelor of Commerce in On completion of the programme,
Financial Management is a specialised graduates can aspire to the following
undergraduate degree programme that positions:
prepares students for the management of
monetary resources in an organisation. • Bank Branch Manager
This programme is primarily aimed at • Financial Manager
developing financial and managerial skills, • Financial Analyst
to equip students to meet the demand • Financial Planner
for specialists and leaders in the financial • Portfolio Manager
sector. • Trust Manager
• Financial Administrator
The programme examines financial
concepts such as capital, cash budgets, Who Should Apply?
analysis of financial statements, • School leavers who wish to pursue a
taxation, commercial law and provides career in financial management.
a comprehensive overview of financial • Finance specialists who wish to
management. In this way, while primarily become finance managers.
gaining specialised financial skills, students
consider and evaluate different factors in Admission Requirements
making informed decisions for continued • The minimum entry requirement is the
financial growth in an organisation. National Senior Certificate or National
Certificate Vocational with appropriate
Articulation subject combinations and levels of
A Bachelor’s Degree is the minimum entry achievement; or
requirement for admission to a Bachelor • An equivalent NQF level 4 qualification
Honours Degree or Postgraduate Diploma. with proven proficiency in English.
• A Higher Certificate; an Advanced
Mode of Delivery Certificate or Diploma in a cognate field.
This programme is offered through distance
learning. Applicants can enquire about
additional support classes.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
DURATION: 3 YEARS
Year One Year Two Year Three
Semester One Semester One Semester One
• Business Management 1A • Business Management 2A • Business Management 3A
• Economics 1A • Financial Management 2A • Business Management 3B
• Financial Management 1A • Taxation 2A • Financial Management 3A
• Business Mathematics • Commercial Law 2A • Financial Management 3B
Semester Two Semester Two Semester Two
• Business Management 1B • Business Management 2B • Financial Management 3C
• Economics 1B • Financial Management 2B • Financial Management 3D
• Financial Management 1B • Taxation 2B • Financial Management 3E
• Information Systems • Commercial Law 2B • Financial Management 3F
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UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2018
Bachelor of Commerce in
Human Resource Management
Programme Description Career Opportunities
The Bachelor of Commerce in Human On completion of the programme, graduates
Resource Management degree is an can aspire to the following positions:
undergraduate programme that prepares
students for managerial roles that contribute • Human Resource Manager
to their organisations’ performance. The • Labour Relations Officer
goal of the human resources management • Corporate Trainer / Manager
degree is to prepare human resource • Human Resource Consultant
professionals to deal with the complexities
and challenges of managing today’s Who Should Apply?
workforce. • School leavers who wish to pursue a
career in human resource management.
The programme content is designed to • Human resource officers who wish to
provide a comprehensive coverage of the move into a human resource
major human resource responsibilities, management position.
while addressing strategic and operational • People wishing to become human
aspects. The modules involve both resource management consultants.
practical and theoretical considerations in
the professional development of men and
women in the field of human resources Admission Requirements
in such settings as business, industry, • The minimum entry requirement is the
institutions, government and non-profit National Senior Certificate or National
organisations. Certificate Vocational with appropriate
subject combinations and levels of
achievement; or
Articulation • An equivalent NQF level 4 qualification
A Bachelor’s Degree is the minimum entry with proven proficiency in English.
requirement for admission to a Bachelor • A Higher Certificate; an Advanced
Honours Degree or Postgraduate Diploma. Certificate or Diploma in a cognate field.
Mode of Delivery
This programme is offered through distance
learning. Applicants can enquire about
additional support classes.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
DURATION: 3 YEARS
Year One Year Two Year Three
Semester One Semester One Semester One
• Business Management 1A • Business Management 2A • Performance Management
• Economics 1A • Organisational Staffing • Employee Health and Wellness
• End User Computing • Training and Development • Career Management
• Business Communication • Principles of Labour Law • Group Dynamics and Leadership
Semester Two Semester Two Semester Two
• Business Management 1B • Business Management 2B • Labour Relations
• Economics 1B • Human Resources Ethics • Employee Benefits and
• Introduction to Human • Human Resource Compensation
Resource Management Information Systems • Diversity Management
• Financial Accounting • Business Statistics • Strategic Human Resource Management
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