The Business School within the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, has established itself as a leader in South Africa in the provision of Higher Certificate in Management Development (HCert). The HCert emphasises leadership development, the broadening of insight by exposure to the most important management disciplines and its integration into a total management approach. This tailor-made qualification has been designed to assist institutions in both the private and public sectors. It is aimed at developing employees, especially focused on middle management group level, to enterprising and professional managers.
Various management and leadership topics are integrated in the programme in order to expose the participant to a broad spectrum of knowledge, establishing a sound management and leadership foundation. The content is covered in 16 academic modules.
Academic information:
Level: NQF level 5
Duration: 1 year
After the successful completion of the programme, the student will receive a certificate (NQF level 5) issued and endorsed by the UFS. This programme forms part of a learning path offered to UFS Business School students and allows students, without a degree, to participate in management studies and eventually earn a management degree.
A new group of students commence their studies in January or July each year.
Applications close on:
30 April - second semester intake
30 September - first semester intake
Assessment
The HCert programme involves resource-based learning for adults. This means self-study with the aid of programme guides. Assessments include assignments and open-book examinations.
Admission and Entrance Requirements
Over and above the rules regarding admission to this university, the following specific entrance requirements must be met:
- Be at least 22 years of age
- National Senior Certificate (NSC) or National Certificate Vocational (NCV) with admission to a Higher Certificate
- At least two (2) years of work experience
For more information contact or view the brochure below:
bus@ufs.ac.za