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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Bachelor of Commerce in Human Resource Management 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
102784  Bachelor of Commerce in Human Resource Management 
ORIGINATOR
University of Limpopo 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
-   HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
National First Degree  Field 07 - Human and Social Studies  Industrial & Organisational Governance and Human Resource Development 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  360  Not Applicable  NQF Level 07  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   2033-06-30  

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

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
Purpose:
Qualifiers will demonstrate knowledge, skills and applied competence in the field of study that provide opportunities for continued personal growth, gainful economic activity and rewarding contributions to society. Apply educational knowledge, skills, principles and methods to exercise human resource management skills required in the business, corporate and private sectors at middle management level.

Rationale:
The qualification fills a need in Human Resource Management by producing a cadre of students focussed in this specialty. The qualification responds to the needs of:
  • The community.
  • Business and industry.
  • Private sector.
  • Economic and business environments.
  • Appreciate life-long learning and the value of education and society. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Entry Requirements:
    National Senior Certificate (NSC) with Bachelor endorsement or Grade 12 Senior Certificate with university exemption APS 21-24 depending on stream. Life Orientation (3); and meet the required minimum levels of achievement in specific subjects as stipulated in the relevant calendars of each Faculty. 

    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    N 

    QUALIFICATION RULES 
    This qualification consists of compulsory at Levels 6 and 7 totalling 412 Credits.

    Compulsory Modules, Level 6: 248 Credits.
  • Introduction to Economics B (CECA012) 12 Credits.
  • Introduction to Business Management B (CBMA012) 12 Credits.
  • Introduction to Work Behaviour A (CHRM011) 12 Credits.
  • Introduction to Business Management A (CBMA011) 12 Credits.
  • Introduction to Economics A (CECA011) 12 Credits.
  • Introduction to Work Behaviour B (CHRM012) 12 Credits.
  • Structuring and functioning of Public Administration (CPUB012) 12 Credits.
  • Introduction to Computers (SINF011) 12 Credits.
  • Introduction to data bases and information systems (SINF012) 12 Credits.
  • Nature, Content and Scope of Public Administration (CPUB011) 12 Credits.
  • Public Personnel Management and Labour Relations (PUBA201) 16 Credits.
  • Organizational Behaviour (HRMN211) 8 Credits.
  • Management of Public Finances (PUBA202) 16 Credits.
  • Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management (BMAN203) 16 Credits.
  • Management (BMAN201) 16 Credits.
  • Research Methods in Human Resource Management (HRMN212) 8 Credits.
  • Behavioural Measurement in Human Resource Management (HRMN222) 8 Credits.
  • Industrial Law B (INDL202) 16 Credits.
  • Industrial Law A (INDL201) 16 Credits.
  • Career Management (HRMN221) 8 Credits.


    Compulsory Modules, Level 7: 164 Credits:
  • Labour Relations (HRMN322) 12 Credits.
  • Human Resource Management (HRMN301) 20 Credits.
  • Training Management (HRMN311) 12 Credits.
  • Public Policy Analysis, Research, Consultancy (CPUA032) 20 Credits.
  • Consumer Behaviour (HRMN312) 12 Credits.
  • Strategic Management (BMAN302) 20 Credits.
  • Management Development (HRMN321) 12 Credits.
  • Ethics in Human Resource Management (HRMN323) 8 Credits.
  • Marketing Management (BMAN301) 20 Credits.
  • Organizational Development (HRMN313) 8 Credits. 
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    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Understand the concepts and principles necessary for functioning in a human resource management environment.
    2. Be aware of the critical techniques necessary for the study and application of human resource management principles and the ability to evaluate competing theories and approaches.
    3. Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the information, concepts and principles applicable to a selected set of subjects.
    4. Possess a framework against which new information and advances in human resource management studies can be assessed and assimilated.
    5. Have the ability to think laterally and innovatively in applying concepts and principles in a human resource management environment.
    6. Display judgement and objectivity in analysing information and performing tasks.
    7. Have an appreciation of the need to respond ethically and to operate with integrity in the human resource management environment.
    8. Understand that human resource management systems change continually requiring the acquisition and application of new information to address changing circumstances requiring the need for life-long learning. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
  • Demonstrate an understanding, both in theory and practice, of the basic principles, theories and facts that are central to a set of subjects that form the core of a particular curriculum.
  • Have a broad knowledge base with substantial depth in some areas.
  • Demonstrate an understanding, both in theory and practice, of the principles, theories and facts that form the core of the major sub-disciplines of the Degree.
  • Analyse and evaluate a wide range of information and present the results as a logically structured and well-written essay.
  • Demonstrate a detailed understanding, both in theory and practice, of the principles, theories and facts that form the core of a major sub-discipline of the Degree.
  • Show a complete understanding of more than one topic within the sub-discipline.
  • Demonstrate basic research, creative problem solving and critical thinking skills.
  • Develop communicative skills and should be able to structure a logical argument both in writing and in the spoken form.

    Integrated Assessment:
    The assessment approach is an integrated approach horizontally and vertically to ensure that Exit Level Outcomes have been met. Continuous and formative assessments, include tests, assignments, quizzes, presentations, and group work, and together they contribute 60% towards the final mark. These assessments will assess across and within learning outcomes. Summative assessment, which consists of a three-hour examination paper, is conducted at the end of each semester, and it contributes 40% towards the final mark. 
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    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    This qualification, presented by the University of Limpopo, is comparable to similar national and international Degrees. The Degree is accredited with the Higher Education Quality Committee of the Council for Higher Education in South Africa. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This qualification allows vertical articulation.

    Vertical Articulation:
  • An appropriate Bachelor Honours Degree. 
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    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    N/A 

    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    N/A 

    NOTES 
    N/A 

    LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: 
     
    NONE 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: 
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