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Fully onlinequalification4½ yearspart-timeAffordableprivateeducationDiploma in BusinessManagementNQF 6 SAQA ID: 112051 360 CREDITS
Set yourself apart as a leaderThis state-of-the-art curriculum is designed for the modern leadersof the future. The programme is one of very few fully onlinequalifications in South Africa and the curriculum and learningcontent has been developed by a leading set of academics andindustry experts to bring you an innovative qualification.What this programme is aboutOur Diploma is a well-balanced programme, packed with relevantpractical application and solid theoretical components across corebusiness disciplines. Gain a competitive advantage with an expertlydesigned curriculum that focuses on entrepreneurship and innovation,ensuring a holistic perspective on business strategy.Emphasis is also placed on the importance of sustainability and ethicalbusiness practices, deemed highly relevant within the South Africancontext. You will gain advanced competencies, setting you up to berelevant in the high demand area of management.Students will gaincritical business skillsfor better productivity,efficiency, andperformance in themodern world ofbusiness.
Who should do this programmeThis Diploma will suit a range of individuals in the corporate andentrepreneurial fields, including: Managers who want to upskill and be more effective, grow theircompetencies, or solidify their knowledge and experience withan academic qualification. Junior-level employees who aim to progress into managerialroles through additional knowledge and a qualification. Entrepreneurs who want to start a business or better positiontheir existing business for growth.Career directionsWith this qualification, you can pursue a promotion or exploreexciting career directions such as: Supervisory positionsAssistant managerOther general management positionsProject managementHuman resource managementPurchasing managementProduction, operations and supply chain managementMarketing managementFinancial managementBusiness consultingSmall enterprise management and entrepreneurship
Programme modulesYear 1 Academic Literacy (NQF 5)Introduction to Information Systems (NQF 5)Business Management 1a (NQF 5)Business Communication (NQF 5)Business Ethics (NQF 5)Business Management 1b (NQF 5)Year 2 Macroeconomics (NQF 5)Elementary Quantitative Modelling 1a (NQF 5)Financial Accounting 1a (NQF 5)Management Principles (NQF 6)Microeconomics (NQF 5)Elementary Quantitative Modelling 1b (NQF 5)Contemporary Management Issues (NQF 6)Financial Accounting 1b (NQF 5)Year 3 Corporate Financial Management (NQF 6)Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Small Businesses (NQF 6)Marketing Management (NQF 6)Production and Operations (NQF 6)Human Resource Management (NQF 6)Personal Financial Management (NQF 6)Purchasing and Supply Chain (NQF 6)Corporate Innovation and Intrapreneurship (NQF 6)
Year 4 International Management (NQF 6) Project Management (NQF 5) Strategic Planning (NQF 6)Corporate Citizenship (NQF 6)Leadership (NQF 5)Strategy Implementation and Control (NQF 6)Year 5 Integrated Business Plan (NQF 6) Integrated Business Project (NQF 6)What you will learnOn completion of the Diploma in Business Management, studentsshould be able to: Select and apply standard methods, procedures or techniqueswithin the business management field by drawing on knowledgegained and theory. Identify, evaluate and solve defined, routine and new problemswithin the business management context. Respond and adjust appropriately to the need for change, broughton by a rapidly changing environment in which businesses operate. Harness creativity from oneself and others to initiate and inspireinnovation towards solving business problems in a turbulentenvironment. Harness creativity and innovation from oneself to initiate newbusiness ideas and business ventures in the spirit of bothentrepreneurship and intrapreneurship. Work effectively within prescribed organisational and professionalethical codes of conduct, values and principles in the businessmanagement field.
Communicate information reliably, accurately and coherently, usingconventions appropriate to the business management context. Recognise the organisation as a system, its constituent parts, andshow how actions in one area impact on other areas within thesame system. Recognise that one’s actions must be accounted for, and thatone must strive to work effectively with and respect others, withspecific reference to the context of management and leadership.What qualification you will receiveOnce you’ve completed this programme, you will earn an NQF Level6, 360 credit qualification. This Diploma is registered with the SouthAfrican Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and accredited by the Councilof Higher Education (CHE). You will receive your qualification subjectto successfully completing all required assessments and exams,having settled any outstanding fees, and submitted all requireddocumentation.Certificates will be awarded at a formal graduation ceremony ordelivered via courier.
Entry requirementsThe following minimum entrance requirements apply:1. A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with Diploma endorsementwith: a t least 40% in English, and at least 40% in Mathematics or 50% in Mathematical Literacy;or2.A Senior Certificate (SC) with: at least an E symbol, on Standard Grade level, in English, at least an E symbol, on Standard Grade level, in Mathematics;or3. A National Certificate (Vocational (NCV) with appropriate subjectcombinations and the following levels of achievement: a minimum of 50% in three fundamental subjects includingEnglish, AND a minimum of 60% in three compulsory vocational subjects, or a Higher Certificate or Advanced Certificate obtained in acognate field.Supporting documents include a certified copy of ID document andGrade 12 certificate [NSC, NC, NCV (NQF level 4)]*Foreign learners are required to obtain a SAQA equivalent of yourqualification and a study/work permit
Selection requirements At least 18 years of age Ability to read and write in English, which is the language ofinstruction A basic level of digital literacy skills If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may still enrolon the basis of relevant work experience or mature age exemption.How this programme is deliveredThe programme is delivered online through our data-lite learningplatform iCan. You can access your learning materials from mostcomputers or any smart mobile device. Prescribed books andtextbooks, available in our online library, can be downloaded for offlineuse.Students are encouraged to work independently, studying the learningcontent, doing the activities and assessments and participating indiscussion forums. To support your online study, you will have access toa lecturer through various support channels.The Diploma is currently only offered on a part-time basis with anestimated completion time of four and a half years.
How you are assessedAssessments form an integral part of the learning in this programme.You will be required to complete and submit various compulsoryassessments for each module in the programme.Students will be exposed to various types of assessments, includingmultiple-choice questions, essay questions, case study assessments,graded discussion forums, research papers, sit-down and online exams,and more. Assessment tasks are completed and marked online viaour student portal iCan, and will count towards the final module mark.Feedback and results will also be available online.What you will need Study time of between 15 and 20 hours per week An email addressTechnical requirementsLaptop, PC, Tablet or SmartphoneAccess to a reliable internet connectionWeb-browser (Chrome or Firefox)Approximately 1Gb of data per month
iCanOur newly enhanced data-litestudent portal is designed togive you a truly innovative onlineexperience that makes learningeasy and interactive. Enjoy fastcollaboration with lecturers andfellow students, gain access toresults and assignment loading,and much more. And, because itis accessible through PC’s, tabletsand smartphones, you can studyflexibly, anywhere at any time.SpecialisedLecturers and TutorsiCan LearningPlatformConnect via LearningForums and ChatsTeaching and Learning Supportfor Academic SuccessStudent SupportCentrePeer StudentGroupsEmailand Phone
DO LifeAs a value addition, each registerediQA student has free access to our DOLife micro-course series, designed tohelp you “do life a little bit better” byboosting your everyday skills. Excitingtopics include money matters, careers,personal branding and many more,all available on iCan. Each completedmicro-course is awarded a Certificateof Completion which can easily beadded to your CV.Over 5,000 studentshave completed acourse and 97%agree they proveduseful and valuable.DO Life Survey1
Course feeOur course fee structures are updated each year, please see ourwebsite for the latest fee structure.We offer flexible payment options to suit most working individuals.Fees can be paid in various monthly instalment plans or in full onenrollment.Enrolment processStep 1: EnquireStep 2: Registerِِ Complete website contact formِِ Speak to a Student Adviserِِ Complete enrolment applicationِِ Submit documentationِِ Pay your feesِِ Receive student numberStep 3: Startِِ Access iCanِِ Complete onboarding journeyِِ Engage with lecturerHow to contact usIf there’s anything that you’re unsure of, please contact us.info@iqa.ac.za086 111 5054MessengeriQ Academy is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training until 31 December 2021as a Private Higher Education Institution under the Higher Education Act, 1997, Registration CertificateNo. 2012/HE07/001.
Integrated Business Plan (NQF 6) Integrated Business Project (NQF 6) What you will learn On completion of the Diploma in Business Management, students should be able to: Select and apply standard methods, procedures or techniques within the business management field by drawing on knowledge gained and theory.
