An Advanced Diploma in Accountancy with pre-requisite Specific Management Accounting, with an average of 60% on the overall programme.
Non-HEQSF qualification(s)
Baccalaureus Technologiae (BTech) (NQF7) in Cost and Management Accounting with an average of 60% in the overall programme.
BCom degree or equivalent (NQF7) with requisite in Management Accounting subject and an aggregate of 60% in the final year of study.
Undergraduate degree
Any NQF7 Accounting qualification with a major in Management Accounting, with an average of 60% in the final year.
Other
Completed CIMA operational level as the postgraduate diploma is pitched at the same level.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Upon completion of the qualification, students will be employable as an entry-level Business Consultant, Performance Management Specialist, Financial Reporting Manager, Corporate Treasurer and Compliance Officer.
ARTICULATION
Students can articulate into the Master of Management Accounting at NQF 9 or equivalent.
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN INTERNAL AUDITING
An Advanced Diploma in Internal Auditing with an average of 60% on the overall programme.
HEQSF-aligned degrees (NQF 7)
Bachelor’s degree with an average of 60% in the final year of study or equivalent NQF 7 qualification with Internal Auditing and Financial Accounting/Financial Information Systems at NQF 7 as approved by SAQA.
Non-HEQSF qualification(s)
BTech Internal Auditing (NQF7) or BTech Financial Information Systems, or any equivalent BTech with an aggregate of 60% in the overall programme.
BCom degree or equivalent (NQF7) with requisite Internal Auditing subject and an aggregate of 60% in the final year of study.
Other
Applicants in possession of the designation Internal Audit Technician (IAT), Professional Internal Auditor (PIA), or the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA). The applicant must have an NQF 7 qualification for this designation with three years of relevant experience.
DURATION
Full-time: 1 Year
Part-time: 2 Years District
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Upon completion of the qualification, students will be employable as entry-level Internal Auditors, Compliance Officers, Auditing Specialists, Risk Assessment Specialists, Monitoring and Evaluation Specialists, Operation Control Specialists, Financial Reviewers, Risk Controllers, Financial Analysts, Assurance Analysts, Internal Controls Auditors, Forensic Specialists, and Information Systems Auditors within the public or private sector, particularly in highly regulated industries like banking, insurance, healthcare, financial services, local government, mining, oil/gas, and energy.
Students can apply for membership in the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA-SA) for professional designation. Some of those designations include:
Graduate Membership (MIIASA)
Associate Membership (AIIASA)
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
Registered Government Auditor (RGA)
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Fellow Member Class (FIIASA)
Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP)
ARTICULATION
Students can articulate into the Master of Internal Auditing at NQF9 or equivalent.
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA PROSPECTUS
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP MANAGEMENT
An appropriate HEQSF-aligned Bachelor’s Degree or an appropriate Advanced Diploma at NQF level 7, or equivalent qualification of an approved SAQA NQF level 7 or a Bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7) in a business or nonbusiness discipline. The applicant must have obtained an average of 60% in the final year. The candidate must have passed subjects related to business studies as well as finance.
A candidate will be considered for admission to this qualification if he/she is in possession of an appropriate pre-HEQSF BTech (NQF level 7) or Bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7) in a Business or nonbusiness discipline at NQF level 7.
DURATION
Full-time: 1 Year
Part-time only: 2 Years District Six (D6) Campus
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Entrepreneurship forms the core and essence of any economy. This qualification will enable business professionals (learners) to:
• Manage and expand existing businesses
• Engage in corporate businesses (intrapreneurship)
• Provide consulting services (exopreneurship) to create more efficient enterprise.
ARTICULATION
Horizontal Articulation:
Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing, NQF Level 8
Postgraduate Diploma in Retail Business Management, NQF Level 8
Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management, NQF level 8
Vertical Articulation:
Master of Business Administration, NQF level 9
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
An aggregate of 60% for the completed qualification of an Advanced Diploma or other pre-HEQSF B Tech comprising a minimum of 120 SAQA credits or any other cognate BTech, Bachelors or Advanced Diploma at SAQA level 7, and preferably have working experience.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
This qualification is intended to equip graduates to successfully solve complex challenges and offer new and sustainable solutions in the business administration environment, thereby facilitating their mobility into more senior positions.
Graduates are able to advance in senior administrative career paths, including, but not limited to, Managerial, and Director Position, Operation Manager and Business Analyst.
ARTICULATION
DURATION
Full-time: 1 Year
Part-time: 2 Years District Six (D6) Campus
The attainment of this qualification will position students to access the Master of Business and Management Science qualification, or any other cognate Master’s qualification at SAQA level 9 in a cognate field of study. These may include the Master of Business Administration, Master of Business Management and Administration, Master of Business Informatic and the International Master of Business Administration, NQF Level 9 qualifications, thereafter, leading to a doctoral qualification.
POSTGRADUATE
PROSPECTUS
An appropriate Advanced Diploma with pre-requisite Advanced Taxation with an average of 60% on the overall programme.
HEQSF-aligned degrees (NQF 7)
Bachelor degree or equivalent qualification with Taxation at third year level (NQF 7) as approved by SAQA.
Non-HEQSF qualification(s)
BTech Taxation (NQF 7) (or equivalent) with Taxation as subject, aggregate 60% in the overall programme.
Non-HEQSF undergraduate degrees
BCom degree or equivalent (NQF 7), with requisite Taxation 3 subject, aggregate 60% in the final year of study.
Other
Applicants in the possession of the designation General Tax Practitioner (GTP) at NQF level 7-8 of SAIT. For this designation the applicant should have a NQF level 7 qualification with 3 years relevant experience and completed evaluation examination through SAIT.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Upon completion of the qualification, students will be employable as Tax Practitioners and with more experience later, Tax Advisors.
Students can apply for membership of the relevant professional bodies depending on their workplace requirements as stated by the specific professional body.
Ultimately, upon achieving full professional body membership, graduates may elect to establish their private practices rendering Accounting, Taxation, consulting, and company secretarial services.
Learners would also be equipped to enhance their career and promotion opportunities at Government Departments such as SARS and Treasury.
ARTICULATION
Students can articulate into the Master of Business and Management Sciences in Taxation at NQF level 9 or equivalent.
DURATION
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
An appropriate HEQSF-aligned Bachelor’s Degree or an appropriate Advanced Diploma at NQF level 7, or equivalent qualification of an approved SAQA NQF level 7 or a Bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7) in a business or non-business discipline.
The candidate must have passed subjects related to business studies as well as finance.
The applicant must have obtained an average of 60% in the final year.
A candidate will be considered for admission to this qualification if he/she is in possession of an appropriate pre-HEQSF BTech (NQF level 7) or Bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7) in a Business or nonbusiness discipline at NQF level 7.
DURATION
Part-time only: 2 Years Bellville Campus District Six (D6) Campus
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
R43 080
Supply Chain Manager, Logistics Manager, Procurement Manager, Operations Manager, Inventory Analyst, Demand Planner, Supply Chain Consultant, Freight Forwarding Manager, Warehouse Manager, Supplier Relationship Manager, Strategic Sourcing Specialist, Business Process Analyst, Risk Management Specialist, Research Analyst in SCM, Quality Assurance Manager.
ARTICULATION
Upon successful completion of the Postgraduate Diploma in Supply Chain Management the student may articulate upward (vertical articulation) into Institutions offering the following qualifications:
1. Master of Operations Management at NQF level 9;
2. Upon successful completion of the above they may enrol for a Doctorate.
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA PROSPECTUS
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA
The candidate to have achieved a 60% average for the HEQSFaligned Advanced Diploma in Business and Information Administration (BIA) on NQF level 7 with 120 SAQA credits or a BTech in Office Management and Technology on NQF level 7 with 120 SAQA credits.
A candidate with an appropriate pre-HEQSF aligned or HEQSF Diploma (NQF level 7 with 120 SAQA credits) is to be considered, and to include subjects related to Business Administration and Information Administration or Business Information Systems at an Advanced Level.
Relevant work experience is recommended, and candidates are to submit a 1-page Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Furthermore, the department reserves the right to admit students, subject to a minimum number of candidates enrolled for the Programme.
DURATION
Part-time only: 2 Years District Six (D6) Campus
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Executive Personal Assistant, Administrative Manager, Administrative Services Manager, Senior Administrative Manager, Administrative Director, Knowledge Manager, Business Analyst and Senior Business Analyst.
ARTICULATION
Upon successful completion of the Postgraduate Diploma in Business and Information Administration (NQF Level 8 with 120 SAQA credits), with an average of 60% achieved for the qualification, the graduate may vertically articulate into the Master in Business and Information Administration (BIA), (NQF Level 9 with 180 SAQA credits), or diagonally and systemically into a Master in a Business Management related field (NQF Level 9 with 180 SAQA credits) and subject to the criteria by the Programme or the Institution.
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT
HEQSF (NQF level 7) Advanced Diploma in Project Management or an appropriate pre-HEQSF BTech (NQF level 7) in Project Management or Bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7) in a cognitive field of which the major subjects align to the focus of this qualification and the average of the final year subjects is 60%.
DURATION
Part-time: 2 Years District Six (D6) Campus
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
R60 400
Project Managers, Project Coordinators, Project Planners, and Programme Managers.
Students can apply for membership of the relevant professional bodies depending on their workplace requirements as stated by the specific professional body.
ARTICULATION
The qualification provides entry to graduates from the field of study in Project Management. Upon successful completion of the Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management the student may articulate upward (vertical articulation) into Institutions offering the following qualifications: Master’s for Business Management Sciences NQF level 9. Upon successful completion of the above they may enrol for a Doctor in Business and Management Sciences NQF level 10 specialising in Project Management.
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POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA PROSPECTUS
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN MARKETING
Pre-HEQSF BTech Degree (NQF level 7) or Bachelor degree (NQF level 7) with major subjects in Marketing.
HEQSF-aligned Advanced Diploma (NQF level 7) or non-HEQSF-aligned Bachelor degree (NQF level 8) with major subjects in Marketing.
Other than the admission criteria, this programme does have the following selection criteria:
Pre-HEQSF (2009) BTech (NQF level 7) or Bachelor degree (NQF level 7) with major subjects in Marketing of which the candidate has obtained an average of 60%.
HEQSF-aligned Advanced Diploma (NQF level 7) or Bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7) with major subjects in Marketing of which the candidate has obtained an average of 60%.
DURATION
Full-time: 1 Year
Part-time: 2 Years
District Six (D6) Campus
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Brand Manager, Digital Marketing Manager, Data Analyst, Customer Relations Manager, Sales Manager, Social Media Manager, Marketing Manager.
ARTICULATION
Graduates can articulate into the Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing from:
- HEQSF level 7 Advanced Diploma in Marketing.
- Pre-HEQSF level 7 BTech: Marketing.
- Other related level 7 HEQSF Advanced Diplomas and pre-HEQSF level BTechs.
Graduates of the Postgraduate in Marketing can vertically articulate from this qualification into:
- HEQSF level 9 Masters in Marketing.
- Related HEQSF level 9 Masters in Marketing fields.
- Business related Masters Degrees on Pre-HEQSF level 8.
Graduates can articulate vertically or diagonally into this Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing from:
- Cognate Marketing or Business-related 360-credit Bachelor’s degrees.
Graduates of this Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing can articulate horizontally and diagonally into:
- Business Related Postgraduate Diplomas.
- Business related Honours degrees.
Where applicants have experience in Marketing or a related field, their study needs and readiness for the Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing may be determined through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
A candidate who has completed a 120-credit Advanced Diploma in Public Administration at NQF level 7 will be considered.
The applicant must have obtained an average of 65% in the final year.
Candidates who have completed the preHEQSF 120-credit BTech: Public Management or another qualification at NQF level 7 will be considered.
A candidate who has completed a cognate degree at NQF level 7 in the Business field from another Higher Education Institution (HEI).
DURATION
Full-time: 1 Year
Part-time: 1 or 2 Years
District Six (D6) Campus
Note that full-time and part-time students attend the same Block Release Offering in Semester 1 and 2.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
The focus of this qualification is to enhance the knowledge and skills of those graduates of the Postgraduate Diploma in Public Administration who are existing line managers/coordinators at different levels of management (middle, senior and executive) within local, provincial and national government spheres and the public sector at large. This qualification is also for those graduates who are prospective managers following a career path in the public sector.
ARTICULATION
This qualification allows possibilities for both vertical and horizontal articulation.
Horizontal Articulation:
Postgraduate Diploma in Management, NQF Level 8.
Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management, NQF Level 8.
Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resources Management, NQF Level 8.
Bachelor of Administration Honours in Public Management, NQF Level 8.
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Public Policy, NQF Level 8.
Vertical Articulation:
Master in Public Administration, NQF Level 9.
Master of Public Administration and Management, NQF Level 9.
Master of Public Management and Governance, NQF Level 9.
Master of Public Management, NQF Level 9.
Master of Arts in Public Management and Governance, NQF Level 9.
Master of Arts in Public Policy, NQF Level 9.
Master of Public Management in Development Management, NQF Level 9.
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA PROSPECTUS
IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
A 60% average of the final year subjects in either the Advanced Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree, and completed the introductory subject of Research Methodology from the following programmes: Advanced Diploma in Human Resource Management on NQF level 7 consisting of 120 SAQA credits; or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management on NQF level 7 consisting of 360 SAQA credits.
Advanced Diploma in either Human Resource Development or Labour Relations on NQF level 7 consisting of 120 SAQA credits; or Bachelor’s degree in either Industrial-, or Organisational- or Social Psychology on NQF level 7 consisting of 360 SAQA credits.
In addition, a candidate will be considered for admission into this qualification if they are in possession of an appropriate pre-HEQSF Baccalaureus Technologiae (NQF level 7 consisting of 120 SAQA credits) or equivalent qualification in either Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, or Labour Relations.
Owing to the purpose of this programme and its professional orientation design for working HR professions, it is recommended that applicants have at least 2-years HR specific work experience.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
HR Manager: Oversee the HR department, handle recruitment, manage employee relations, and contribute to the company’s overall strategy.
Talent Acquisition Specialist: Recruit new employees, identify talent, conduct interviews, and ensure that new hires align with the organisation’s goals.
Training and Development Manager: Focus on the growth and development of employees by designing and implementing training programmes.
Compensation and Benefits Manager: Manage employee compensation packages, ensuring competitive pay structures, and developing benefits programmes that attract and retain talent.
HR Consultant: Offer expert advice to organisations on HR strategies, employee engagement, and workforce planning, often working independently or with consulting firms.
ARTICULATION
Vertical: Master of Human Resource Management, NQF Level 9.
Horizontal: Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Development/Labour Relations Management, NQF Level 8 or a Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Human Resource Management, NQF Level 8.
DURATION
Part-time: 2 Years District Six (D6) Campus
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN RETAIL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
An appropriate HEQSF-aligned Bachelor’s Degree or an appropriate Advanced Diploma at NQF level 7, or equivalent qualification at SAQA NQF level 7 or a Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) in Retail Business Management or in any Business or Management Sciences related field.
The applicant must have obtained an average of 60% in the final year. Candidates with qualifications not related to Business and Management Sciences will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
A candidate will also be considered for admission to this qualification if he/she is in possession of an appropriate pre- HEQSF BTech (NQF level 7) or Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) in Retail Business Management or in any Business or Management Sciences related field.
DURATION
Full-time: 1 Year
Part-time: 2 Years District Six (D6) Campus
R38 850
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Entrepreneurs and own retail franchise stores or get employed as Regional Managers of chain stores, Senior Managers responsible for Retail Operations, Logistics, Retail Buying. Graduates of this programme could also be employed in other specialised areas such as e-tailing, e-supply chain and so on.
ARTICULATION
This qualification allows possibilities for both vertical and horizontal articulation.
Horizontal Articulation:
Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration, NQF Level 8. Bachelor of Commerce in Business Management, NQF Level 8. Bachelor of Business Management and Administration Honours, NQF Level 8.
Vertical Articulation:
Master of Retail Business Management, NQF Level 9. Master of Commerce in Business Management, NQF Level 9.
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA PROSPECTUS
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA
The minimum admission requirements will be HEQSF aligned Advanced Diplomas or equivalent/relevant qualifications, or Bachelor’s Degrees in related fields or a BTech in related fields or an equivalent qualification at NQF Level 7. Preference will be given to applicants with an average of 60% or more for the final-year modules.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
PGDip Hospitality, Tourism and Event Management with specialisation in Hospitality Management: Hotel Manager, Guesthouse Manager, Front-Office Manager, Food and Beverage Manager, Housekeeping Manager, Events Manager, Restaurateur, Chef, Caterer, Entrepreneur, Hospitality Researcher / Educator.
PGDip Hospitality, Tourism and Event Management with specialisation in Tourism Management: Tourism Manager/Entrepreneur for a variety of Tourism Enterprises, Airlines & Airport Operations Manager, Attraction and Resort Manager, Tour Operations Manager, Regional Tourism Manager, Wholesale Manager: Inbound/ Outbound Tourism, Tourism Product Manager, Travel Agency Manager, Tourist Information Office Manager, Tourism Researcher / Educator.
PGDip Hospitality, Tourism and Event Management with specialisation in Event Management: Senior Community Events Coordinator, Professional Conference Organiser, Senior Convention Bureau Officer, Event Business Entrepreneur, Event Logistics Manager, Exhibition Manager, Festival and Events Manager, Meetings and Events Manager, Sports and Corporate Events Manager, Venue Manager, Senior Events Creative and Event Risk Manager, Event Researcher / Educator.
ARTICULATION
Upon successful completion of the Postgraduate Diploma in Hospitality, Tourism and Event Management the student may articulate upward (vertical articulation) into Institutions offering the following qualifications::
• Master of Business and Management Sciences NQF level 9.
• Upon successful completion of the above they may enrol for a Doctor of Business and Management Sciences NQF level 10.
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS PROCESS MANAGEMENT
An appropriate pre-HEQSF BTech (NQF level 7) or Bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7) in a Business or non-business discipline and the average of the final year subjects at NQF level 7 is 60%.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Upon completion of the qualification students will be able to be employed as Business Analysts, Systems Analyst and Business Process Analyst. Students can apply for membership of the relevant professional bodies depending on their workplace requirements as stated by the specific professional body.
ARTICULATION
DURATION
Part-time: 2 Years
District Six (D6) Campus
The qualification provides entry to graduates from the field of study in Management. Upon successful completion of the Postgraduate Diploma in Business Process Management the student may articulate upward (vertical articulation) into Institutions offering the following qualifications:
Master for Business Management Sciences NQF level 9. Upon successful completion of the above they may enrol for a Doctor for Business and Management Sciences NQF level 10 specialising in Management.
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN SPORT & LEISURE MANAGEMENT
Applicants need to have successfully completed the Advanced Diploma in Sport and Leisure Management (or the former BTech Sport Management) with an average of 60% on the overall subject of the programme. Applicants with a sport, leisure,, or business-related qualification at an NQF level 7, including from the General/Academic pathway (e.g. B.A., BCom or BSc degrees) as well as international qualification equivalents, are also eligible to apply.
Full-time: 1 Year
Part-time: 2 Years
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Sports Manager, Event Manager (Sports & Leisure), Sports Marketing Manager, Sports Development Officer, Fitness and Wellness Manager, Sports Agent, Sports Journalism, Research Analyst (Sports & Leisure Industry).
ARTICULATION
Master of Sport Management R65
RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING (RPL)
In accordance with the national Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) requirements and the institutional RPL policy and practices, candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements and submit a portfolio of evidence of non_formal and formal learning and relevant industry experience will be considered for access to this qualification. RPL applications will be dealt with on an individual basis.
