SOAAM - Dip in Management Infopack DL 2024 - 13
SOAAM - Dip in Management Infopack DL 2024 - 13
SOAAM - Dip in Management Infopack DL 2024 - 13
DIPLOMA IN
MANAGEMENT
NQF 6 | 365 CREDITS | SAQA ID: 117869 | MIN. 3 YEARS
MODE OF DELIVERY: DISTANCE LEARNING
DESCRIPTION
The Diploma in Management is a comprehensive qualification in management and designed specifically for managers and
aspiring managers on all levels and in all spheres of business.
The fourteen (14) elective focus areas within the Diploma in Management enables the student to select a elective that meets the
diverse roles and responsibilities required by a range of industries in the public and private sectors.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
• a Senior Certificate (SC); or NAMIBIAN STUDENTS
• a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a minimum of 40% (Alternative admission requirements)
in four recognized 20-credit modules, including English
• 25 points over 6 modules
Home Language or first Additional Language; or
• a National Senior Certificate – Vocational Level 4 (NC(V))
with a minimum of 50% in three fundamental modules,
including English; and a minimum of 60% in three vocational
modules; or
• a STADIO Certificate or Higher Certificate (NQF 5) in
Management, or
• a Higher Certificate (NQF 5) in a cognate field
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Registration Number 2008/HE07/004.
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MODE OF DELIVERY - DISTANCE LEARNING
DISTANCE LEARNING AT STADIO
STADIO’s distance learning programmes offer students excellent, quality education without the need to attend venue-based classes.
The rapid technological advances of the past decade have transformed distance learning into an exciting study option for many
students in South Africa, SADC, and internationally. However, STADIO recognises that many prospective students have only
limited access to technology, with restricted connectivity, networks, and bandwidth. The STADIO distance-learning and teaching
model therefore makes provision for this reality, ensuring that students can combine work and studies meaningfully, regardless of
personal circumstances.
Distance learning and teaching at STADIO is built on best practices, enabled and supported by technology. This includes a world-
class learning management system where students can access their learning materials, assessments, and live online classes for each of
the modules for which they have registered. In addition, in some qualifications, study materials will be provided in printed format.
Key dates for milestones, such as assignment submissions and live online sessions, will be communicated well in advance to allow
students to plan their studies. Online sessions are not compulsory; however, students are encouraged to participate in scheduled
sessions as they are designed to promote student success. Online sessions are always recorded for convenience.
Throughout the distance-learning journey, academic support is only a click away. Questions may be asked in the online module
environment, where the lecturer will provide guidance. Distance-learning students have easy access to online library facilities and
an eBook library, as well as access to a variety of online databases to support their studies. There is a physical library for distance-
learning students on the Krugersdorp campus. STADIO understands the potential isolation of distance learning, and further provides
a range of other support services to promote academic success and general student wellbeing. The full distance-learning experience
is also accessible using your mobile device.
That said, it is important to highlight that some assessments, including the final examination, may require attendance at one of our
exam venues, available throughout South Africa and internationally. This is STADIO’s commitment to ensuring the integrity of its
qualifications and the credibility of its graduates.
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SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: ACCESS TO TECHNOLOGY:
• Wi-Fi: Reliable broadband Internet access (Wi-Fi is available STADIO School of Administration & Management uses its
on all of our campuses, but you may prefer access from home ONLINE student administration and learning environments to
as well). provide students with materials and resources, to conduct online
• Web browser: Chrome/Safari/Opera/FireFox. assessments, create discussion opportunities and render a range
• Computer/Laptop: A current Windows or Apple Mac of administrative services.
computer/laptop capable of running the Office 365 software
Office 365 includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Therefore, having continuous access to the above ONLINE
• PDF Viewer: The free Adobe Acrobat software. facilities is essential for efficient communication, learning and
• Scanning documents: Ability to scan and upload documents success.
(typically from your cellphone or smartphone).
• Email/cellphone for notification and communication.
• Communication: A cellphone or smartphone for receiving
notifications and communication.
STADIO, in partnership with SADAG, has a dedicated STADIO student helpline providing students with free telephonic counselling,
information, referrals, and support. Students will also have access to general counselling services.
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CURRICULUM OUTLINE
Business Communication I
Accounting for Managers I
BCU100 (20 credits)
ACN100 (20 credits) Accounting for Managers II
Introduction to Managerial
Business Law I ACN200 (25 credits)
Economics
BLA152 (20 credits) Management Practice III
MAE152 (20 credits)
BUSINESS & MARKETING End User Computing MAN300 (45 credits)
Management Practice I
MANAGEMENT EUC152 (10 credits) Marketing Management III
MAN100 (40 credits)
Management Practice II MAR300 (35 credits)
Marketing Management I
MAN200 (40 credits) Project Management II
MAR100 (20 credits)
Marketing Management II POM200 (25 credits)
Project Management I
MAR200 (25 credits)
POM100 (20 credits)
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CURRICULUM OUTLINE
ELECTIVE FOCUS AREAS 1st YEAR 2nd YEAR 3rd YEAR
Introduction to Managerial
Accounting for Managers I
Economics
ACN100 (20 credits) Accounting for Managers II
MAE152 (20 credits)
Business Communication I ACN200 (25 credits)
End User Computing
BCU100 (20 credits) Fleet Management III
EUC152 (10 credits)
FLEET Business Law I FLM300 (35 credits)
Fleet Management II
MANAGEMENT BLA152 (20 credits) Management Practice III
FLM200 (25 credits)
Fleet Management I MAN300 (45 credits)
Management Practice II
FLM100 (20 credits) Project Management II
MAN200 (40 credits)
Management Practice I POM200 (25 credits)
Project Management I
MAN100 (40 credits)
POM100 (20 credits)
Business Law I
Accounting for Managers I
BLA152 (20 credits) Accounting for Managers II
ACN100 (20 credits)
Introduction to Managerial ACN200 (25 credits)
Business Communication I
Economics Logistics Management III
BCU100 (20 credits)
MAE152 (20 credits) LOG300 (35 credits)
LOGISTICS Logistics Management I
End User Computing Management Practice III
MANAGEMENT LOG100 (20 credits)
MAN300 (45 credits)
EUC152 (10 credits)
Management Practice I
Logistics Management II Project Management II
MAN100 (40 credits)
LOG200 (25 credits) POM200 (25 credits)
Project Management I
Management Practice II
POM100 (20 credits)
MAN200 (40 credits)
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CURRICULUM OUTLINE
ELECTIVE FOCUS AREAS 1st YEAR 2nd YEAR 3rd YEAR
Accounting for Managers II
Accounting for Managers I
ACN200 (25 credits) Accounting for Managers III
ACN100 (20 credits)
End User Computing ACN300 (35 credits)
Business Communication I
EUC152 (10 credits) Management Practice III
BCU100 (20 credits)
Management Practice II MAN300 (45 credits)
PUBLIC SECTOR FINANCIAL Management Practice I
MAN200 (40 credits) Public Sector Financial
MANAGEMENT MAN100 (40 credits)
Management III
Public Sector Financial
Public Sector Financial Management I
Management II PFB300 (35 credits)
PFB100 (20 credits)
PFB200 (25 credits) Public Supply Chain Management II
Public Supply Chain Management I
Public Sector Management I PSC200 (20 credits)
PSC100 (20 credits)
PMB100 (20 credits)
Business Communication I
BCU100 (20 credits)
End User Computing
Management Practice I
EUC152 (10 credits) Human Resource Management II
MAN100 (40 credits)
Human Resource Management I HRM200 (25 credits)
Records Management I
HRM100 (20 credits) Management Practice III
RMP100 (20 credits)
RECORDS Management Practice II MAN300 (45 credits)
Project Management I
MANAGEMENT MAN200 (40 credits) Project Management II
POM100 (20 credits)
Public Sector Management I POM200 (25 credits)
Public Sector Financial Management I
PMB100 (20 credits) Records Management III
PFB100 (20 credits)
Records Management II RMP300 (35 credits)
OR
RMP200 (25 credits)
Public Supply Chain Management I
PSC100 (20 credits)
PLEASE NOTE:
The Diploma in Management consists of 14 modules. Please note a student can register for a maximum of only five
(5) modules per year. The structures of the elective focus areas on the previous page have been divided into years 1,
2 and 3. Compulsory modules are Management Practice I, II and III (MAN100, MAN200 & MAN300), Business
Communication (BCU100) and End User Computing (EUC152).
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MODULE DESCRIPTIONS
ACCOUNTING FOR MANAGERS I
This module teaches the difference between bookkeeping and accounting within a business context, different concepts and definitions in accounting,
the duality concept, and the basic accounting equation. It further addresses Value-Added Tax (VAT) based transactions, different source documents
relevant to accounting transactions, processing cash transactions using relevant subsidiary journals, processing credit and sundry transactions using
relevant journals, and transferring accounting information from journals to relevant general ledger accounts. The module teaches students how to
distinguish between perpetual and periodic inventory systems, identify and process debtor and creditor accounts using relevant ledgers, and explain and
perform bank reconciliations for business entities.
This module teaches students how to process accounting transactions related to depreciable assets and prepare and present financial statements for a
sole proprietor, including year-end adjustments to finalise the financial statements. Students also learn how to record salaries and wages for a business
entity, prepare and present financial statements for a manufacturing entity, and demonstrate an understanding of internal control, accountability, and
ethics.
This module teaches students concepts and definitions, how to record business transactions unique to a non-profit organisation, and completing the
financial records of a partnership and a close corporation. It also addresses preparing a company’s financial statements, analysing and interpreting
financial statements, and discussing the implementation of IFRS for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
Investigating accidents and incidents is a core part of the field of safety management. This module addresses accidents and incidents and legislation
relevant to preventing, investigating, and reporting incidents and accidents. It also includes accident causation theories, accidents and their effects,
accident prevention, and reporting. The economic impact of accidents and incidents warrants a commitment to understanding and preventing
accidents and incidents. The module equips students with the competencies required to operate internally and externally within any workplace
environment.
BUSINESS COMMUNICATION I
Communication is the foundation of organisational interaction. Business communication pertains to a special skill set that will allow students to
interact effectively in all the components of verbal communication, i.e. listening, speaking, reading, and writing. This module develops these skills so
that students understand the fundamentals of communication and can build relationships with colleagues and clients, communicate clearly in various
contexts, explain concepts, manage conflict, and interpret different situations effectively within the business environment.
BUSINESS LAW I
The purpose of this module is to provide students in the field of commerce and other relevant studies with a general understanding of the South
African legal system and law related to business, and to equip students with knowledge, skills and competencies to analyse and solve basic problems
relating to the general principles of business law, and the identification and application of the legal principles that will guide decision-making and action
successfully in the legal arena.
This module provides students with sound knowledge and understanding of cost and management accounting and the terms and concepts applicable
to cost and management accounting. It teaches students how to deal with manufacturing organisations’ materials, labour, and overhead costs and to
prepare cost and income statements. The module also includes designing a job-costing system, restructuring a general ledger, and process costing as a
cost system. It teaches students how to record applicable transactions in an integrated accounting system, a cost ledger system, and to reconcile the
differences between the profits. Students will understand the decision-making relationship between cost, volume, and profit.
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MODULE DESCRIPTIONS
COST AND MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING II
This module includes preparing direct and absorption costing income statements and preparing and interpreting reconciliations between the net profits
of the two methods. It teaches designing and applying an Activity-based Costing (ABC) system, calculating product costs using an ABC approach,
how a Just-in-Time (JIT) manufacturing system functions, and how it differs from a traditional manufacturing system. Furthermore, the module deals
with linear programming as a technique for organisation decision-making, the budget planning process, standard costing, and standard cost variances.
Disaster risk reduction is the concept and practice of reducing disaster risks through systematic efforts to analyse and reduce the causal factors
of disasters. Reducing exposure to hazards, lessening the vulnerability of people and property, efficient land and environmental management, and
improving preparedness and early warning for adverse events are all examples of disaster risk reduction. The module deals with disaster risk reduction,
developing a disaster risk profile, and stakeholders’ roles in DRR. It furthermore teaches the importance of mitigation of disaster preparedness in DRR
and how to prevent disasters, as well as the competencies required to operate internally and externally within a professional environment.
Disaster risk reduction includes disaster mitigation and preparedness and reducing disaster risk and is also part of sustainable development. The module
provides industry-related information critical to disaster management officials, government officials, community and political leaders, and persons who
play a role in, or have contact with disaster risk-reduction activities in communities. The module teaches an understanding of disaster risk reduction,
how to prepare for a disaster, the hazards, and how they affect vulnerable communities. Students will understand how to implement early warning
systems, identify early warning capabilities, develop a disaster risk profile, mitigate disaster risk, plan to prevent disasters, and stakeholders’ roles in
DRR. Students will develop the competencies required to operate internally and externally within a professional environment.
Disaster risk reduction is the concept and practice of reducing disaster risks through systematic efforts to analyse and reduce the causal factors
of disasters. The module provides an understanding of GIS and its technology in a technological world focusing on 4IR. Planning and the ability to
differentiate between the different plans applicable to a disaster manager are crucial for day-to-day functioning. The module exposes students to local
and international developments relating to post-disaster requirements and how to rehabilitate and reconstruct affected communities. It addresses the
importance of disaster preparedness in DRR and how to prevent disasters. This module equips students with the competencies required to operate
internally and externally within a professional environment.
End user computing includes an online training component which allows student to practice simulated MS Office tasks at their own pace, supported
by integrated feedback which helps them to identify and remedy their mistakes; and an assessment component which will count towards their overall
module result. Students will also complete several assignments in which they will be expected to apply the MS Office tools that they have practiced in
the online environment.
FIRE MANAGEMENT I
The module covers the responsibilities of fire service managers for managing their personnel who are assigned to drive and/or operate firefighting
vehicles, pumps, and other specialised equipment. Students will be introduced to the fire ground organisation and the associated functions. This
module addresses the challenges in developing a fire ground organisation and the associated functions. The student should gain increased competency
as a manager through reading and understanding the information and principles presented in this module. Students will be assisted in increasing their
competence in firefighting tactics and strategies to manage incidents. The incident command system will be introduced to enable the fire service
managers to effectively manage incidents by integrating facilities, equipment, personnel, procedures, and communications. In addition, this module
aims to address the progressive challenges, hazards and risks in veld and forest fires.
FIRE MANAGEMENT II
This module aims to address the progressive challenges in fire-ground control and coordination. This content will assist with the development of the
fire service officer as a manager through exposure to firefighting strategies, the knowledge, and the logical ways to solve a fire hazard and fire spread
problem at a fire. The guidelines, procedures, and actions to be taken by the fire manager responding to or attending hazardous chemical incidents will
be addressed. The importance of training and fitness of firefighting personnel, fire ground management and the deployment of firefighting vehicles are
addressed. The module also includes the role of the fire service manager in defensive and offensive fire attack operations
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MODULE DESCRIPTIONS
FIRE MANAGEMENT III
This module provides fire service officers of all ranks with the information, skills, and knowledge they need to excel in their positions. Leadership,
supervision, and management are critical to people’s performance, and the module aims to develop the leadership of fire officers. The purpose of
the fire ground function to evaluate situations and preparedness planning for incidents are addressed. In addition, the organising, coordinating, and
commanding of emergency incidents will be covered. The aspects of fire and arson investigation, procedures to follow, and the responsibilities of the
fire service manager are addressed.
This module addresses the progressive risk challenges on the fire ground and in the community. This content will assist with developing the fire service
officer as a manager by setting risk-management objectives necessary to evaluate current services and planning towards the future. Determining the
current level of risk and the acceptable level of risk for the community enables the manager to set objectives for minimising or reducing risk. This
strategic planning includes a community risk assessment and other related hazards. In addition, fire-ground risk analysis will be introduced to control
firefighting dangers.
This module addresses legislation and fire protection codes of practice to improve knowledge and skills for managers as fire officers. Students
will be introduced to fire safety by-laws to promote the achievement of a fire-safe environment within the area of jurisdiction of a municipality.
Relevant procedures, methods, and practices to regulate fire safety will be introduced. The content also focuses on the powers, functions, duties and
responsibilities of the chief fire officer and fire service members. The purpose of SANS codes of practice and application is introduced.
FLEET MANAGEMENT I
This module equips students with the basic building blocks of fleet operations that form the basis for a career in vehicle fleet management. It covers the
concepts and theories relating to managing fleet assets effectively. Students learn about fleet management as a business discipline in the context of
the motor industry and the principles of managing car and specialised asset fleets by applying accepted fleet management concepts, information, and
systems.
FLEET MANAGEMENT II
This module teaches the importance of fleet policies, the relationship between the fleet strategy and vehicle policy, and the role of fleet planning
in vehicle fleet management. Students also learn about the role of procurement, risk management, information management, and aspects of fleet
operation, use and maintenance in the management of vehicle fleets.
This module deals with outsourcing as a strategic approach in modern fleet management, the cost benefits of outsourcing regarding an organisation’s
core business, the process of outsourcing from planning to execution, and the contractual implications.
This module introduces human resources management (HRM) in the South African context. It also addresses affirmative action, its goals, and the
processes that follow this. The module provides an overview of the core HRM functions, such as the HRM value chain and employee wellness. It
provides basic HRM information that could also be of value for line managers.
This module’s contents include the HRM functions stated in the HR System Standards Model prescribed by the South African Board for People
Practices (SABPP). It builds on the knowledge gained in Human Resource Management I. The module investigates most of the HRM functions
in detail, but excludes training and development (ETD), which is training management. This module includes aspects related to ethical issues and
challenges in HR, workforce planning and HR planning, recruitment and selection, appointing of employees, and orientating. The last part of the
module focuses on employee appraising and managing work performance and remuneration.
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MODULE DESCRIPTIONS
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT III
Successful organisations realise that the key to sustainable success lies in improved asset management, and human resources are one of those assets.
This programme is a continuation of Human Resource Management II. The module deals with some of the more strategic issues relating to HRM. It
includes HRM strategies, structural decisions and considerations, change and transformation, measurement of HRM, corporate governance, talent
management, and service delivery.
Understanding the fundamentals and legislative requirements in any work environment is an essential competence required from all workplace
managers and health and safety representatives, irrespective of the type of business. This module will equip all health and safety representatives
with the required information to address employee health, safety, and wellness in the workplace and promote sound occupational health and safety
principles. It will equip students with the competencies required to operate internally and externally within any workplace environment.
Understanding the fundamentals and legislative requirements in any work environment is an essential competence required from all workplace
managers and health and safety representatives, irrespective of the type of business. This module will equip all health and safety representatives and/or
managers with the required information to develop knowledge and understanding of health and safety control measures and the applicable legislation
and regulations. This module will equip students with the competencies required to operate internally and externally within any workplace environment.
Understanding the fundamentals and legislative requirements in any work environment is an essential competence required from all workplace
managers and health and safety representatives, irrespective of the type of business. This module equips all health and safety representatives and/
or managers with the required information to develop knowledge and understanding of health and safety efforts and the role everyone must play in
occupational health and safety from within the work environment. It will equip students with the competencies required to operate internally and
externally within any workplace environment.
INCOME TAX I
The objective of this module is to introduce students to the topic of taxation in the context of South African Tax legislation. It introduces students to
Income Tax, Capital Gains Tax (CGT), Donations Tax, Value-Added Tax (VAT), Dividend Withholding Tax (DWT), Secondary Tax on Companies (STC),
and various other elements in the system of taxation. Students gain an understanding of the system of taxation and will be able to apply the rules and
calculate a taxpayer’s liability.
Introduction to Managerial Economics applies economic principles and ideas to help managers make better decisions. The purpose of the module is to
explore how economic factors impact businesses and how managers can use this knowledge to make informed decisions. By examining concepts such
as costs, demand, pricing, and market conditions, the module will equip managers with the skills to optimize resources, forecast outcomes, and achieve
organizational goals. It provides a foundation for using economic insights to make smarter decisions in a managerial role.
LABOUR RELATIONS I
Labour Relations aims to introduce new knowledge and skills that will enable students to understand the dynamic and ever-changing field of Labour
Relations. Effective labour relations management is essential for achieving organisational objectives in all environments. Managers and employees,
therefore, need to be aware of the most critical aspects of the South African labour relations system and how the interaction between system
components influences labour relations outcomes in organisations. This module will equip students with fundamental knowledge and skills related
to the South African labour relations system. It will introduce them to the theoretical aspects of labour relations and the development of workplace
relationships, building a committed and loyal workforce to deal with the unique challenges in the South African labour market.
LABOUR RELATIONS II
Labour Relations II aims to introduce knowledge and skills that will enable students to understand the dynamic and ever-changing field of Labour
Relations. This module focuses on the following aspects: labour disputes, collective bargaining, negotiation, strikes, illegal strikes, dismissals,
retrenchments, grievances, disciplinary procedures, and recognition agreements, as well as future developments in the field of Labour Relations. These
topics are very relevant to the South African situation, and students will find the knowledge both relevant and essential to the world of work.
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MODULE DESCRIPTIONS
LABOUR LAW I
The aim of this module is to instil an awareness of the principles of Labour Law that will enable fundamental reasoning and the identification and
application of the principles that will guide decision-making and action to represent clients successfully.
LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT I
This module equips students with the basic building blocks of logistics operations as the basis for a career in logistics management. Students will learn
about the procurement process and identify procurement-related activities, inventory, packaging solutions and containerisation, and the role of
packaging in logistics. They will also learn about the equipment used in warehouses and warehouse management activities, transportation operations in
the logistics sphere, and the concept of reverse logistics and the returns management process.
LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT II
This module expands on the basic building blocks of logistics operations to form the basis for a career in logistics management. Students will learn how
logistics creates value, how business strategy determines a logistics and supply chain strategy, and the main tactical management objectives in a supply
chain. Students will also learn about the strategic, tactical, and operational roles of procurement, procurement process and procurement-related
activities, inventory-related concepts and inventory planning techniques. Furthermore, students will learn about warehousing management activities
and the principles of efficient warehouse operation, transportation operations and planning activities, and place those functions in the broader logistics
sphere. Students will also learn about the management of product returns and the impact of reverse logistics.
In this module, students will learn about costing and perform calculations for logistics decision-making purposes and various forecasting techniques
and carry out the forecasting process. The module exposes students to the relationship between operations and strategy, the concept of quality
management and the importance of inventory management within operations management, the importance of facilities, and the long-term ability to
meet customer requirements. Students will learn about strategic, tactical, and operational transport management, identify efficiency and effectiveness
considerations in transport selection and management, and distinguish international logistics practice from domestic activities regarding the choice
of distribution channel. The module addresses international trade and the essential documents that apply to international goods transactions and
movements. Students will also learn about the importance of planning and controlling logistics activities and types of performance measures, SCOR,
and the role of business intelligence in supply chain management.
The module introduces the incident command system to enable the fire service officer/manager to effectively manage incidents by integrating a
combination of facilities, equipment, personnel, procedures, and communications. The module will address responses to emergencies and implementing
the incident command system with detailed information regarding the incident or unified command system and the five major management activities
(Command, Operations, Planning, Logistics, Finance/Administration). Furthermore, the safety of personnel and the public at an incident are
addressed.
MANAGEMENT PRACTICE I
Students will be able to understand, describe, and interpret management roles, tasks, and associated theories. Discussions of the content are grounded
in the four core functions of management: planning, organising, leading, and control. The knowledge and skills obtained in the course are essential to
the management practice of supervisors, middle managers, and top managers. Furthermore, students will develop the ability to apply and outline steps,
techniques, and strategies involved in the planning process in the workplace context. The final goal is to develop into a competent manager.
MANAGEMENT PRACTICE II
This module’s purpose is to equip students to interpret a variety of managerial viewpoints to enable them to manage in the workplace. It also provides
insight into various aspects of decision-making models and processes together with leadership, motivation, and communication models to enable
managers to fulfil the role of leaders and perform critical functions as managers and leaders in organisations.
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MODULE DESCRIPTIONS
MANAGEMENT PRACTICE III
Students will demonstrate the ability to manage competently and effectively in public and private Southern African organisations. Management
theory, as discussed, underpins management as a discipline and its application in a chosen stream. Students will understand ethical behaviour and
corporate social responsibility, critical aspects of decision-making, the dynamics of contemporary organisational design, managing the human aspects
in organisations such as teamwork and diversity, analysing the complexities of risk, and managing uncertainties and change. Students will develop the
ability to perform and integrate necessary managerial actions competently (practical competence), understand the theoretical basis for these actions
(foundational competence), and reflect on and make changes to managerial practices (reflexive competence) in a variety of focus areas as indicated.
MARKETING MANAGEMENT I
Marketing contributes to achieving fundamental business objectives, including survival, profitability, and growth, and is a fundamental part of daily
life. Marketing activities include the conception, pricing, promotion, and distribution of ideas, products, and services. The marketing process includes
understanding the organisation’s mission, the role that marketing plays in fulfilling that mission, setting marketing objectives, developing a marketing
strategy and developing and implementing a marketing mix, evaluating marketing efforts, and making changes if needed. The marketing mix combines
product, distribution (place), marketing communication, and pricing strategies to create exchanges satisfying individual and company objectives.
MARKETING MANAGEMENT II
The purpose of this module is to introduce students to the principles of marketing management. The module equips students at the administrative or
management level with the necessary skills to manage the different marketing activities within an organisation. On a practical level, students become
familiar with the management issues in the marketing management arena, such as market research, wholesaling, digital marketing landscape, global
marketing, and strategic marketing management.
This module’s purpose is to introduce students to the more strategic level of marketing that deals with the technical, creative, and practical aspects of
marketing. On a practical level, students attain the necessary skills and experience in evaluating markets, brand equity, brand positioning, competition,
marketing channels, mass communication, and holistic marketing within a business environment.
Understanding the necessity, processes, and implementation of health and safety management aspects in the work environment is an essential
competence required from all workplace managers and health and safety representatives, irrespective of the type of business. This module will equip all
health and safety representatives and/or managers with the required information to ensure a healthy and safe work environment that is fundamental
to human rights. Employees and employers need to be aware of human rights and, in alliance with the health and safety legislation, strive to achieve
reasonably practicable, healthy and safe work practices. The module will equip students with the competencies required to operate internally and
externally within any workplace environment.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT I
This module familiarises students with the project management function and its organisational role. Students learn the different phases projects go
through, particularly the first phase, referred to as project initiation. Students will also understand project managers’ tools, processes, and documents
to run projects efficiently.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT II
This module provides a basic understanding of the intricacies and principles of managing projects. Many industries use project management, including
manufacturing, engineering, construction, and retail. Increasingly, South African businesses are turning to effective project management to produce
better results. Project management is a human-focused approach. It encourages project managers to use resources efficiently and makes an
organisation more organised and flexible. Project management is an effective and rewarding career
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PROJECT MANAGEMENT III
This module provides a basic understanding of the intricacies and principles of managing projects. It equips students with the competencies required to
be effective project managers and enables students to apply the newly acquired knowledge, using case studies and other practical methods. The module
contents align with the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), a standard terminology and guidelines for project management curated
by the international Project Management Institute (PMI).
The module provides a comprehensive understanding of project risk management, evaluating project leadership, the role of the project manager and
the intricacies related to the optimal functioning of the project team. Students are exposed to electronic project management systems and modern
project management tools to initiate, plan, execute, and close a simulated project. The module also includes strategies essential for effective project
management in various project situations.
This module provides an understanding of asset management in the public service and explains the concept of “Asset Management”. Students will
understand the asset management process and demonstrate an understanding and application of the procedures in respect of the movement of assets.
Students will learn how to apply the stock verification concept and describe the asset disposal process in the public service.
This module provides students with an understanding of the concept of public money and how the public participates in and benefits from public
money, and the statutory framework and components of public sector financial management. It discusses how a democratic state, specifically South
Africa, structures itself to enable, regulate and deliver services in the public interest. Students will also understand what constitutes a budget, define
the process of preparing one, describe budget execution and reporting, and explain how the process contributes to overall accountability. Fundamental
is the nature of ethics and the ethical expectations of government officials.
This module teaches an understanding of the national and international context within which public sector financial management takes place and
argues both the letter and the spirit of the Public Finance Management Act, Act 1 of 1999, as amended by Act 29 of 1999 and the concomitant
Treasury Regulations supplementing the Act. It also provides an understanding of the process followed by the government in articulating its intent
in the preparatory phase of the Estimate of (National) Expenditure and the compilation of the Annual Performance Plans (APP). The strategic
planning process links the government’s intent in service delivery to the ultimate execution of the APP (Annual operational plan/annual budget) while
simultaneously establishing and executing dynamic performance measurement. Furthermore, the module contextualises supply chain management in
the South African context, explains the pathology of fraud and corruption, and provides a methodology to address ethical discrepancies in the public
sector.
This module provides the scope of public sector financial management in general terms and how it forms the basis for performance measurement as
it pertains to the Medium-Term Strategic Framework and becomes a consequence of the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework. It explains budget
control in terms of the in-year execution of the plan and how to articulate results when preparing and submitting the annual report. The module
describes working capital in the public sector, provides a basic understanding of the Municipal Finance Management Act, and discusses the relationship
between ethics, compliance, and good governance.
Public management practices are essential for long-term institutional sustainability at the national, provincial, and local government levels. They
underpin the process of democratic accountability. Students will learn to describe Public Administration theory, the development of the discipline, and
the role of the organisation of the State.
Public management practices are essential for long-term institutional sustainability at the national, provincial, and local government levels. They
underpin the process of democratic accountability. Students will learn about the role, organisation, and functioning of the State.
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MODULE DESCRIPTIONS
PUBLIC SECTOR MANAGEMENT III
This module deals with the origin of urbanised communities and identifies the location and status of municipalities in the system of government in
South Africa. It further explains the constitutional framework applicable to intergovernmental relations within which municipalities operate without
being subordinate to national and provincial spheres of government. It describes the classification of municipalities and responsibilities of councillors,
including office bearers, and the legal framework applicable to policy-making and planning within a municipal context, and within the context of the
Integrated Development Plan (IDP). It also addresses the financial affairs of municipalities, the functions related to human resource administration and
management within a municipal context, and the various municipal institutions established to promote efficient and effective local government.
This module broadly explains what supply chain management involves from a public sector perspective and explains demand management as the first
phase of supply chain management. It further describes acquisition management’s main functions and identifies important focus areas relating to bid
administration.
This module explains the relationship between supply chain and logistics management within the public sector. It identifies the principles and functions
of logistics management in the public sector. It also gives students an understanding of the relationship between the various processes applicable to the
administration and verification of stock.
This module explains the elements of supply chain management, legislation, role players, and ethical behaviour applicable to bidding committees.
Furthermore, it distinguishes between the composition and functions of bidding committees and related matters and an understanding of the nature
and avoidance of violations committed by bidding committees.
Transport and fleet management in the public sector has become an important function that deserves the necessary attention from the management
of a government department. In this module, students will learn about basic transportation concepts, role-players and their responsibilities for
transport and fleet management, the South African automotive environment, government-owned vehicles, government-subsidised vehicles, and the
measurement and management of transport and fleet management performance.
The training of public officials to deal with the transport management function in each public institution became a real need over the past few years.
Students will learn about public transport management in terms of its role within the public sector and the asset and supply chain management
approach to public transport management. The module also addresses the acquisition process in the public sector, the requirements for utilising and
maintaining vehicles, and vehicle disposal management.
The training of public officials to deal with the transport management function in each public institution became a real need over the past few years.
Students will learn about public policy analysis, interpretation, and implementation, demand management and its linkages to strategic and operational
planning, concepts related to risk management and its application in the public sector environment, the importance of decision-making for public
transport management, the systems approach to public transport management, and the integrated, strategic management approach to public transport
management.
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RECORDS MANAGEMENT I
Establishing an integrated records and archives management system requires public and private organisations to develop policies, procedures,
systems, and structures to maintain an integrated records management programme. Students will identify and describe legislation affecting records
management practice and describe the characteristics of records. They will be able to define records management, identify its advantages, and
demonstrate an understanding of records storage space, conditions, and equipment. They will furthermore demonstrate an understanding of registry
procedures and be able to discuss file plans and functional requirements for effective record-keeping systems. Lastly, they will demonstrate an
understanding of records management’s appraisal, retention, and disposal.
RECORDS MANAGEMENT II
The purpose of this study guide is to provide students with a certain level of understanding of records management that will enable them to contribute
significantly – at least at the junior management level – to the management of a public or private sector organisation. Proper records management can
make a huge difference to the overall management and governance of an organisation.
Records Management, has become a vital component within any managerial process, since managers and supervisors need information that is readily
and easily accessible for decision-making purposes. Records Management is, however, not only about the filing of certain documents anymore. It deals
with the whole process of creating documents right through to the disposal of some of those documents
Understanding the necessity, processes, and implementation of health and safety management aspects in the work environment is an essential
competence required from all workplace managers and health and safety representatives, irrespective of the type of business. Safety risks can cause
injury, illness, and death. Organisations constantly face financial burdens, and safety risks contribute to this burden. This module will equip students to
analyse safety risks and allow an organisation to identify, assess, and eliminate risks that lurk in a work environment accurately and systematically. It will
equip students with the competencies required to operate internally and externally within any workplace environment.
TRAINING MANAGEMENT I
This course is aimed at the analysis, design, development, implementation and management of training and development in an enterprise, which will
enable students to contribute meaningfully to the future economic development and international competitiveness of South Africa
TRAINING MANAGEMENT II
Training management skills are essential to assist in effective education, training and development. However, knowledge of all the theories pertaining to
this field of study is not sufficient. It is importance that students supplement their theoretical studies with observation and research in practice.
The purpose of this module is to guide students to apply in the work environment the knowledge that they have gained in the first year.
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SCHOOL OF ADMINISTRATION & MANAGEMENT
DIPLOMA IN
MANAGEMENT
NQF 6 | 365 CREDITS | SAQA ID: 117869 | MIN. 3 YEARS
MODE OF DELIVERY: DISTANCE LEARNING
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