Higher Certificate in Management

The Higher Certificate in Management is an entry-level qualification and is suitable for candidates not meeting the admission requirements for degree level studies. 

The Higher Certificate in Management can be structured according to the chosen elective focus areas. The various electives of the Higher Certificate in Management are indicated on page 4. Management (MAN001), Entrepreneurship (ENT100), Fundamentals of Business Communication (FBC152) and Fundamentals of Business Studies (FBS152) are the core compulsory modules that form part of each elective.

LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT
The Higher Certificate in Management with Logistics Focus equips you with essential management, business communication, and entrepreneurship skills, alongside practical knowledge in logistics management and project coordination. You will learn to support supply chain operations, coordinate transport and distribution, and contribute to efficient project execution. This qualification prepares you for entry-level roles in logistics, supply chain, and operations management, while also providing a foundation for further studies in management, logistics, or related disciplines.

MARKETING MANAGEMENT
The Higher Certificate in Management with Marketing Focus equips you with foundational skills in management, business communication, and entrepreneurship, along with practical knowledge in marketing management and project coordination. You will learn to support marketing campaigns, coordinate projects, and contribute to business growth initiatives. This qualification prepares you for entry-level roles in marketing, sales, and operations, while providing a pathway to further studies in management, marketing, or business administration.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT
The Higher Certificate in Management with Project Management Focus provides foundational skills in management, business communication, and entrepreneurship, combined with practical knowledge in project management and business law. You will learn to support projects from planning through execution, manage contracts and compliance, and contribute to the successful delivery of organizational initiatives. This qualification prepares you for entry-level roles in project coordination, business administration, and operational support, while providing a pathway to further studies in management, project management, or business law.

What is Contact Learning?

FURTHER STUDY OPPORTUNITIES:

Vertical articulation opportunities within STADIO include:

• Diploma in Management – SAQA 117869
• Bachelor of Business Administration – SAQA 117863

Horizontal articulation opportunities within STADIO include:

• Higher Certificate in Paralegal Studies – SAQA 117877

THE ADMISSION CRITERIA FOR THE HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN MANAGEMENT ARE:

• a Senior Certificate (SC); OR

• a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a minimum of 40% in three modules, including a Home Language and a minimum of 30% in three other modules; OR

• a National Senior Certificate – Vocational Level 4 (NC(V));

with

• a minimum of 40% for English Home Language and 30% for First Additional Language.

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The programme outcomes for the Higher Certificate in Management are:

1. Demonstrate the competence in basic aspects relating to communication in an organisation.

2. Demonstrate competence in basic aspects relating to personal management in an organisation.

3. Contribute to management strategy at first line management level.

4. Take part in the management of entrepreneurial systems and processes.