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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Diploma in Human Resource Management 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
100969  Diploma in Human Resource Management 
ORIGINATOR
Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
CHE - Council on Higher Education  HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
Diploma (Min 360)  Field 03 - Business, Commerce and Management Studies  Human Resources 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  360  Not Applicable  NQF Level 06  Regular-Provider-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Registered-data under construction  EXCO 0324/24  2024-07-01  2027-06-30 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2027-06-30   2029-06-30  

Registered-data under construction

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PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
Purpose:
This qualification lays a foundation for higher career advancement and further studies in the specialisation fields of human resource management, human resource development and labour relations management. The qualification is developed:
  • To promote the implementation of sound human resource management functions and principles in an organisation by focusing on the human resource management functions.
  • To promote efficient interpretation and integration of human resource management principles and legal prescriptions in organisations.
  • To understand and promote harmonious labour relations in an African organisational context.
  • To promote and implement the development of human resource development through skills improvement in African organisational context.
  • To promote effective management of diversity in an African organisational context.
  • To promote, understand and implement support effective strategic Human Resource Management in African organisations.
  • To understand and promote the principles of organisational behaviour in the workplace.
  • To promote a high quality and business ethics in human resource practices.
  • To encourage human resources, support in business administration and be able to understand the Human Resource competencies to fulfil the role as Human Resource business partner.
  • To promote research competence in the study field of Human Resources Management.
  • To promote research competence in the study field of Human Resources Management.

    Qualified learners will have gained practical workplace experience through the participation in a compulsory Work-Integrated Learning(WIL) component. This qualification is designed to prepare learner for further study by providing knowledge and understanding of theories, methodologies and practices in related academic disciplines and fields. This qualification articulates vertically with the Advanced Diplomas in the in Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development and Labour Relations Management. It will lay a foundation for identifying, analysing and resolving more complex theoretical and practical problems in the work place. The programme strives to achieve learner centred learning through supportive teaching provided by mentoring, life skills and language proficiency programmes aimed at assisting under-prepared learners.

    Rationale:
    This qualification will provide for the long-term demand for managers in these areas and will ensure HR/IR Training and Development sustainability in the future and particularly during the social and economic transformation in South Africa and the Black Economic Empowerment(BEE) drive in business and industry. Apart from the theoretical competence which the qualification provides, learners will also be able to gain applied competence through a series of strategies including assignments, case studies, practical discussions and tutoring with regard to industry related discussions and feedback. Thus, achieving learners entering the world of work will be suitably equipped to assess Human Resource environments, develop appropriate strategies and manage the implementation of such strategies. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
    As per institutional policy, Credits towards this qualification may be obtained by means of Recognition of Prior Learning(RPL).

    Entry Requirements:
    The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is:
  • National Senior Certificate National Qualifications Framework(NQF) Level 4. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    QUALIFICATION RULES 
    This qualification consists of the following compulsory modules at National Qualifications Framework Level 5 and 6 totalling 360 Credits.
    Compulsory Modules Level 5,120 Credits:
  • Communication for Academic Purposes, 10 Credits.
  • Practical Accounting, I, 24 Credits.
  • Business Management, 24 Credits.
  • Economics IB, 12 Credits.
  • Economics IA, 12 Credits.
  • Information Literacy I, 2 Credits.
  • Supply Chain Management I, 24 Credits.
  • Life Skills I, 2 Credits.
  • Computer Literacy, 10 Credits.

    Compulsory Modules Level 6, 240 Credits:
  • Commercial Law, 24 Credits.
  • Costing and Estimating, 24 Credits.
  • Procurement Management II, 24 Credits.
  • Supply Chain Management II, 24 Credits.
  • Transport Economics II, 24 Credits.
  • Procurement Management, 24 Credits.
  • Business Management III, 24 Credits.
  • Supply Chain Operations I, 24 Credits.
  • Supply Chain Management III, 24 Credits.
  • Quantitative Techniques, 24 Credits. 
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    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1.Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the various means of accessing and communicating information, including the use of information technology effectively to function in the supply chain and procurement industry in a changing business environment.
    2.Use a range of business management, entrepreneurial and other skills to identify, analyse and solve problems in the effective management of the supply chain management function. This includes applying the relevant legal and economic principles to make informed decisions in an ethical manner.
    3.Demonstrate an understanding of the basic financial management principles, key concepts and the operational procedures of a supply chain, procurement and distribution operation.
    4.Demonstrate the ability to manage and maintain the principles related to the planning, presentation and executing of tasks related to the supply chain operation.
    5.Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a team when planning and managing the provision of supply chain and procurement services to meet the expectations of the industry.
    6.Demonstrate a detailed knowledge and understanding of the concepts, rules and theories applicable to supply chain management, procurement and distribution, and how that knowledge relates to other fields, disciplines and practices. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    The following Associated Assessment Criteria will be used in an integrated manner across the Exit Level Outcomes:
  • Correct identification and critical evaluation of business problems.
  • Correct identification of behaviours in different contexts.
  • Effective description and application of performance management techniques.
  • Effective career advice.
  • Correct identification of competencies.
  • Well-structured, comprehensive training programme.
  • Effective presentation skills.
  • Correct identification and critical evaluation of actions and interactions, correct description of structures and processes, correct problem identification and relevant advice, correct description of regulatory sources and provisions, corrects problem solution and relevant advice, correct analysis of conflict situations and advice on or application of possible interventions.
  • Correct analysis of situation and provision of viable solutions.
  • Correct identification of important aspects of information, correct choice and use of communication media and effective communication of information.

    Integrated Assessment:
    Formative assessment strategies are continuous and aimed at giving learners feedback on their progress in the achievement of learning outcomes as well as to integrate theoretical and practical competence. Such strategies include assignments, discussions, case studies, tests and tutoring. Some of the criteria may be assessed through observation of the learners during classes, practical and tutoring sessions. Summative assessment strategies are aimed at judgement of the learning in relation to the Exit Level Outcomes of the qualifications. Such strategies include examinations, reports, projects or equivalent such as a portfolio of evidence which is representative of a selection of the outcomes practiced and assessed in the formative stage. 
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    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    The qualification was compared to qualifications, outcomes and proposes for Human Resource Management programmes in higher education in: Australia, Jamaica, New Zealand and Namibia. A direct comparison was made of the title, admission criteria, objectives and exit level outcomes. Most of the Human Resource Management qualifications in this comparison is on a diploma level. The qualifications that have been selected for this comparison are mostly aligned in term of being a 3 year course with the same themes and purpose, although the structure of some courses are different.

    Australia:
    The Swinburne University of Technology in Melbourne has a full time diploma in Human Resources Management.
    The course is presented on a full and part-time basis. The core units include Human Resources services, Performance management systems and workforce planning. Sub-themes included employee remuneration and benefits, mediation processes, organisational change, project management and industrial relations. This course is vocationally oriented, designed to equip students with the management skills and human behavioural knowledge for a career in human resource management. It is designed to assist in the intellectual, social and personal development of the student as preparation for entrance to a range of specialist and generalist business professions, which includes a cognisant of how the human resource function can help organisations gain competitive advantage; effective team players in diverse environments; critical evaluators of organisational behaviour and adaptable and effective at managing change. There are many similarities although this course includes a part and full-time aspects; students have the opportunity to be employed while they complete their studies. It seems as if the course covers basic in the HRM field, where areas such as Human Resources development and training management have not been given enough attention.

    Jamaica:
    Another qualification that compares favourable is the Diploma: Human Resources Management (HRM) at the University of Technology(UTech) or Jamaican Institute of Management(JIM) School of Advanced Management. Entry requirements are four General Certificate of Education(G.C.E) Ordinary Levels subjects or an equivalent including English Language and Mathematics, or a minimum of three years' vocational experience in an acceptable supervision or management position can be accepted. The objective of the course is to provide applicants with knowledge of the Human Resources Management processes, approached and techniques. The course is vocationally orientated and presented on a module basis, where 10 modules include communication for business, management and the Human Resources function, Human Resources Management, Organisational behaviour, industrial relations, interviewing techniques, training and staff development, business law and introduction to research methods. The course relates very well, although with the module basis students can finish the diploma in two years, as more than one module can be done at a time. The introduction to Research methods is a definite advantage to their course and can be recommended.

    New Zealand:
    The diploma in Human Resources Management at Christchurch Polytechnic is a one-year diploma which is vocational based. Entry requirements focus on literacy and English as well as reading and writing and numeracy. The aim of this programme is to provide appropriate knowledge and skills, including communication, computing, management, employment relations, human resource management Courses : Fundamentals of small business, Accounting practices, Business communication, Business computing, Fundamentals of marketing, Introduction to commercial law, Organisation and management, The economic factor, Applied computing, Applied management, Business finance, Buyer behaviour and communication strategies, Employment relations, Financial accounting, Human resource management, Internal auditing, Leadership, Management accounting, Marketing planning and control, Operations Management, Organisational behaviour, Strategic planning for small business, Systems development project, Taxation, The law of business entities. The main difference is the emphasis on the financial and business subjects and very little specialisation in HRM for example industrial relations, training and development and business management.

    Namibia:
    The Polytechnic of Namibia presents a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management which is offered on a full time (3 years) and part time basis. Entry requirements are a Grade 12 or recognized equivalent school-leaving certificate, yielding a minimum of 28 points over 6 subjects, including at least an E in English, or a National Diploma in Personnel Management or Human Resources Management or a recognized equivalent tertiary education qualification is necessary. In addition, the Department of Human Resources Management might also make use of an appropriate psychometric instrument. Introduction to Psychology of Human Resources; Introduction to Mathematics Introduction to Business Management; Business Accounting; Introduction to Marketing; Environment Communication Skills; Business Ethics and Leadership Marketing Principles Professional Writing; Organisational Behaviour; Basic Business Statistics; Principles of Economics; Labour Law; Principles of Information System; Professional Communication; Human Resource Staffing; Entrepreneurship; Introduction to Education Training and Development; Organisational Development and Change Business Operations; Employee Health and Safety; Small to Medium Enterprise Management Principles of Education; Training and Development; Industrial Relations Business Finance. There is a lot of similarities in this course, although it is a Degree. Once again little emphasis is given to HRM and its sub-divisions. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This qualification allows possibilities for both vertical and horizontal articulation.
    Horizontal Articulation:
    Diploma in Business Administration, Level 6

    Vertical Articulation:
  • Advanced Diploma in Human Resource, Level 7.
  • Advanced Diploma in Business Administration, Level 7.
  • Advanced Diploma in Training and Development, Level 7.
  • Advanced Diploma in Labour Relations, Level 7. 
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    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    N/A 

    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    N/A 

    NOTES 
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    LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: 
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    1. Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) 


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