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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION:

Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Tourism Management

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
100912	Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Tourism Management
ORIGINATOR
North West University
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY			NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
CHE - Council on Higher Education			HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
QUALIFICATION TYPE	FIELD		SUBFIELD
Honours Degree	Field 03 - Business, Commerce and Management Studies		Generic Management
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	120	Not Applicable	NQF Level 08	Regular-Provider-ELOAC
REGISTRATION STATUS		SAQA DECISION NUMBER	REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE
Reregistered		EXCO 0821/24	2021-07-01	2027-06-30
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2028-06-30		2031-06-30

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 replaces:

Qual ID	Qualification Title	Pre-2009 NQF Level	NQF Level	Min Credits	Replacement Status
72758	Bachelor of Commerce Honours	Level 7	NQF Level 08	120	Complete

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

Purpose:
The purpose of this qualification is to provide students with specialised knowledge of advanced tourism management concepts, theories, models, laws, principles, skills, research methods and applied competence enabling them to pursue rewarding careers in the changing tourism environment within the national and international context.

Rationale:
This qualification aims to provide South Africa with graduates who are competent practitioners in the field of Tourism Management with the capacity to understand and function effectively in the economy and research problems associated with tourism and the management thereof.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
This institution subscribes to the principles underlying outcomes based, source-based and lifelong learning. In this context, considerations of articulation and mobility play an important role. The institution endorses the view that Recognition of Prior Learning constitutes an essential element in deciding on admission to and awarding credits in an explicitly selected teaching-learning programme at honours level. RPL does not only imply assessment of the submitted portfolio, to determine the level of skills and knowledge comparable to Level 7 the candidate already possesses, but also the skills and knowledge the candidate has to master additionally prior to being accepted for the Honours qualification. The assessment processes involved with RPL are the same as those followed for awarding credits in the formal graduate setting. An RPL candidate seeking credits for previously acquired skills and knowledge, must still comply with all the requirements as stated for modules, programmes and qualifications. The difference lies in the route of the assessment, since RPL assessment may be holistic in nature taking the context of the programme as well as the prior knowledge and experience of the person who is being assessed into account.

Entry Requirements:
The minimum requirements for admission into the Honours Degree studies are:

Applicable Bachelor's Degree.
Or

Equivalent qualification, as approved by Senate.

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

QUALIFICATION RULES

This qualification comprises compulsory and elective modules at Level 8.

Elective Modules, Level 8:

Research Methodology in Tourism, 16 Credits.

Compulsory Modules, Level 8:

Tourism Research, 32 Credits.

Advanced Tourism Management and Development, 32 Credits.

Advanced Eco-Tourism Management, 32 Credits.

Advanced Tourism Marketing, 32 Credits.

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

Demonstrate specialised knowledge of the central areas of trade at the forefront of development, including an understanding of and an ability to apply, evaluate and comment on the key terms, concepts, facts, principles, rules and theories of international trade.

Demonstrate insight into the different perspectives on and world views of the economic problem in order to develop a personal philosophical framework for functioning in the economy.

Demonstrate understanding of a range of methods of enquiry in the field trade analysis, and their suitability to varying investigations; and an ability to select and apply a range of methods to resolve complex problems or introduce change within practice.

Develop and apply appropriate processes to access, process and manage information within the field of international trade; and an ability to independently validate the sources of economic and trade information and evaluate, analyse and elaborate the information.

Formulate, present and communicate insightful and creative academic and professional ideas and arguments effectively - verbally and in writing, using appropriate media and communication technology and suitable economics methods.

Investigate, critically analyse, understand and solve complex real-life and/or hypothetical problems in a coherent and creative manner, demonstrating advanced use of critical thinking in international trade in a self-directed manner.

Take personal responsibility for his or her work, decision-making and use of resources, and moderate accountability for the decisions and actions of others in the varied and dynamic world of business.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Associated Assessment Criteria are applied in an integrated manner to the Exit level Outcomes.

A systematic and integrated knowledge and understanding of, and an ability to analyse, evaluate and apply the fundamental terms, concepts, facts, principles, rules and theories is achieved.

The ability to apply appropriate discipline-related methods of scientific inquiry and independently validate, evaluate and manage sources of information is demonstrated.

An understanding and application of, appropriate methods or practices to resolve complex discipline-related problems and thereby introduce change within related practice is critically reflected.

Professional and ethical behaviour within an academic and discipline-related environment, with sensitivity towards societal and cultural considerations is displayed.

Scientific understanding and own opinions/ideas, written or oral arguments, using appropriate discipline-related and academic discourse as well as technology are communicated.

Effective functioning as a member and/or leader of a team or a group in scientific projects or investigations, with self-directed management of learning activities and responsibility for own learning progress is demonstrated.

Integrated Assessment:
As stipulated in the Assessment and Moderation Policy of the institution, assessment criteria are clearly formulated according to the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) Level Descriptors and correctly communicated to students as guiding principle for assessment practices at the institution. Formative assessment occurs regularly in the form of class tests and homework assignments. Integrated summative assessment, where the main purpose and key outcomes of the qualification are assessed, is included in the assessment activities for this qualification. Integrated assessment across modules, where the main purpose and key outcomes of the qualification are assessed, is included in the assessment activities for this qualification by way of an integrated project assignment.

INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY

The South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) Level Descriptors for Higher Education Qualification Framework (HEQF) Level 8 were used to design the qualification standard. These Level Descriptors are internationally benchmarked criteria based upon published work of the National Quality Assurance bodies in England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, New Zealand and Australia.

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

Horizontal Articulation:

Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE), Level 8.

Vertical Articulation:

Master's qualification, Level 9.

MODERATION OPTIONS

N/A

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

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NOTES

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LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION:

When qualifications are replaced, some (but not all) of their learning programmes are moved to the replacement qualifications. If a learning programme appears to be missing from here, please check the replaced qualification.

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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.	North West University