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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Certificate: Foundation Management Development Programme 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
67249  Certificate: Foundation Management Development Programme 
ORIGINATOR
University of Pretoria 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
CHE - Council on Higher Education  HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
National Certificate  Field 03 - Business, Commerce and Management Studies  Generic Management 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  120  Level 5  Level N/A: Pre-2009 was L5  Regular-Provider-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 SAQA 06120/18  2018-07-01  2018-12-31 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2019-12-31   2022-12-31  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification. 

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
Purpose:

The programme aims at enabling learners to integrate different foundational management disciplines, to have a holistic view on competencies required of an entry level/ first-line manager level and building benchmark competencies to progress to middle management levels within the private and or public sector. Successful learners will demonstrate knowledge, skills and applied competence in the field of study that provides opportunities for continued personal growth through lifelong learning, gainful economic activity and rewarding contributions to society. The qualification is aimed at newly appointed and experienced junior managers with a commensurate area of responsibility including oversight of a team, responsibility to manage and deliver on a budget and ensure that projects or work schedules ascribe to required levels of time adherence, efficiency and quality. The individual must understand the balance between technical competence and achieving results through a team. Additional acquired competencies will include project management, delegation, business acumen, systems thinking, effective communication and management coordination skills.

Rationale:

One of the important challenges South Africa faces as a developmental state is to establish a new cadre of public service leaders and managers, who are able to improve service delivery and ultimately build a better life for all. The Integrated Management Development Programme (IMDP) is a strategic intervention by the Public Administration Leadership and Management Academy (PALAMA) in collaboration with universities to support managers and leaders to develop the skills and knowledge that they require to meet the challenges of service delivery improvement, poverty alleviation and building the developmental state.

The first programme in the IMDP is the Foundation Management Development Programme (FMDP) for first line supervisors, followed by the Emerging Management Development Programme (EMDP) for junior managers, the Advanced Management Development Programme (AMDP) for middle managers, and the Presidential Strategic Leadership Development Programme (PSLDP), designed for senior and executive managers. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
A National Senior Certificate (Grade 12).

Recognition of Prior Learning:

The qualification recognises formal and non-formal prior learning (incorporating experiential learning) and learners must complete a portfolio of assessments as governed by the Universities RPL policy.

Access to the Qualification:

This qualification can be accessed by managers in the public sector. 

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
Y 

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
1. Apply problem solving skills.

2. Explore learning strategies.

3. Apply research skills.

4. Apply communication skills.

Critical Cross-Field Outcomes:

Critical cross field outcomes will include those specified in the learning outcomes for approved modules in the certificate and as appropriate to the learner`s field of practice.

Upon completion of the programme, learners must demonstrate functional abilities by being able:
  • Demonstrate their ability at: Applying theoretical principles of problem identification and systems thinking and solving in the project field on a basic level; basic analytical interpretation of a wide range of project data in the business field and making decisions and monitoring and evaluating the success of the chosen action. (Problem solving skills).
  • Explore basic thinking and learning skills to acquire the different multidisciplinary capabilities of a foundational manager effectively, understanding the need to apply skills outside of the respective technical domains; reflect on the learning strategies and seek assistance by a company mentor or coach. (Explore learning strategies).
  • Be able to apply knowledge from the fields of marketing, finance, strategy, operations management and leadership and apply then to the project/task domain to inform more holistic decision making (collection and categorization of ideas and information). (Research skills).
  • Communicate effectively (orally in a business format or in writing clear and concise reporting) with the different role players in the departmental domain by applying the appropriate theoretical principles of communication and reflect on the application made. (Communication skills).
  • Demonstrate appropriate understanding of information technology and technology skills by applying the learned skills in the business environment (calculator skills; computer skills; value-chain understanding and innovation); reflect on their own ability to apply these tools in the project and team management domain for more effective outcomes. (Technological literacy).
  • Acquire acceptable basic employment seeking skills that will give them the edge to enter the modern world of work by utilising the theoretical principles of self knowledge; personal mastery, leadership, managing change and setting objectives and reflecting on the application thereof. (Employment seeking skills).
  • Explain the inter-relatedness of management and business on a basic level to develop a theoretical and practical understanding of business management and the consequences of changes in the macroeconomic environment of business performance and challenges facing the new manager. (Development of a macro vision/ strategy implementation).
  • Effectively and responsibly managing resources and opportunities in the project/task environment and showing awareness for the environment. (Intrepreneurship, Accountability; Environmental awareness).
  • Practice acceptable social sensitivity and awareness in relationships with others (meeting obligations to others) and work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team or organization (offering and supporting of initiatives) by implementing the relevant theory and reflecting on the implementation thereof. (Teamship).
  • Promote responsible citizenship through their approach towards a holistic application of professional values in the management of a business and by considering issues of sustainability (promoting citizenship).
  • Practice acceptable social, cultural and aesthetic sensitivity towards people of different business communities and the role players in the business filed by applying the appropriate theoretical principles and reflect on the application made. (Cultural and Aesthetic sensitivity).

    The learner will be able to analyse and apply the basic principles relevant to theories related to the following:
  • Strategic management (Implementation).
  • Economic consequences for business.
  • Foundational Leadership development.
  • Team and people management.
  • Introduction to the principles of financial management.
  • Introduction to the principles of marketing management.
  • Introduction Accounting principles.
  • Introduction to Operations and supply chain management.
  • Technology and computer skills.
  • Project management. 
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    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
  • Theoretical principles of problem identification and systems thinking are applied.
  • Wide range of project data in the business field are analysed and interpreted.
  • The success of the chosen action is monitored and evaluated.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
  • The different multidisciplinary capabilities of a foundational manager is understood.
  • Learning strategies are analysed and applied in the work context.
  • Assistance by a company mentor or coach is actively sought and utilized for personal development.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
  • Knowledge from the fields of marketing, finance, strategy, operations management and leadership are applied.
  • Ideas and information are collected and categorized.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:
  • The appropriate theoretical principles of communication are understood and applied.
  • Communication is done effectively in an oral manner in a business format.
  • Written communication reflects clear and concise reporting with the different role players in the departmental domain.

    Integrated Assessment:
  • Competence is achieved, through continuous assessment by demonstrating the ability to achieve the outcome of the qualification.
  • Written individual assignments.
  • Written group assignments by means of assignments and class discussions.
  • Practical projects by means of assignments and class discussions.
  • The interpretation of relevant case studies, and portfolios.
  • Standardised marking and feedback on assignments and projects.
  • Open book examinations.
  • To be verified by Internal Verifiers and the Universities internal accreditation committee to ensure valid, credible, true and fair results. 
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    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    The Government School of the United Kingdom offers a similar programme in collaboration with several universities for senior civil servants. The Foundation Degree in Government is the premier Foundation degree for the Civil Service. The University of Chester's Foundational Degree modules includes Understanding Government, Customers, Citizens and Stakeholders, Project Management, People Management, Financial Management, Leadership, and Analysis and Use of Evidence. In addition, a Professional Development Unit encourages students to reflect on their skills, turning academic learning into relevant work-based skills.
    The Civil Service College of Singapore offers a similar management development programme ranging from:
  • Leaders In Administration Programme (LAP).
  • Senior Management Programme (SMP).
  • Governance and Leadership Programme (GLP).
  • Foundation Course (FC).
  • Executive Development Course (EDC). 
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    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This qualification allows for both horizontal and vertical articulation:

    Vertical
  • It gives access to undergraduate study at Bachelor Level.

    Horizontal
  • It gives access to additional certificates at an equivalent NQF Level to further understand development in the functional areas of management. 
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    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    A system of external peer review and evaluation of departments including evaluation of the standards and assessment practices per Department.
  • Qualifications:
    > The minimum academic and workplace experience requirements at a level above the level of moderation.
  • Appropriate professional criteria will be drafted in the case of workplace assessment.
  • Mentorship:
    > All junior and new members of staff are mentored by senior members as they work together in teams. All assessment done by external assessors is quality controlled by internal staff.
  • Any moderation criteria as determined by the ETQA. 
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    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    Qualifications required:
  • Minimum Masters Degree in the relevant functional area of knowledge.

    Career experience required:
  • Ten years appropriate industry or academic experience and a recognised industry expert in the functional field of study.

    Other criteria:
  • Academic and business consulting experience is a recommendation. 
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    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2009; 2012; 2015. 

    LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: 
     
    NONE 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: 
    This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here.
     
    1. University of Pretoria 


    All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source.