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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering Management 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
109899  Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering Management 
ORIGINATOR
Stellenbosch 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
Doctoral Degree  Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology  Engineering and Related Design 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  360  Not Applicable  NQF Level 10  Regular-Provider-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Reregistered  EXCO 0821/24  2019-07-25  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 does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification. 

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
Purpose:
This qualification seeks to produce learners with skills to be independent researchers in this field of engineering management sciences, who will be able to develop engineering management practices suited to local needs, but also integrating international trends and best practice, participate as responsible citizens in the life of local, national and global communities and develop entrepreneurial opportunities.

On successful completion of the qualification, the graduate will be able to:
  • Identify and solve problems in which responses demonstrate that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made.
  • Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation, community.
  • Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively.
  • Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.
  • Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentation.
  • Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation.

    Rationale:
    In the larger context, the South African, and African, economy faces various growth challenges that inter alia, require technical management skills. The qualification will provide learning opportunities under supervision of experienced professionals and academics and grant engineering graduates who wish to move into technical management careers specific management skills in order to succeed in these specialised environments. Furthermore, the Industry needs technical managers with advanced knowledge and skills in order to contribute to infrastructure and economic growth, to the benefit of the community at large and this qualification will contribute and produce qualified graduates which will play an important role in the specialist-consulting sphere. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
    Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) will be done in accordance with the University RPL policy, and candidates without Master's Degrees, but with proven research experience in engineering management, will be considered.

    Entry Requirements:
    The minimum requirement is:
  • A Masters of Industrial Engineering, Level 9.
    Or
  • A Masters in Engineering Management, Level 9. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    QUALIFICATION RULES 
    This qualification comprises of compulsory modules at National Qualifications Authority (NQF) Level 10 totalling 360 Credits.

    Compulsory Module:
  • Dissertation (Engineering Management), 360 Credits. 
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    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Identify and solve problems in which responses demonstrate that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made.
    2. Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation, community.
    3. Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively.
    4. Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.
    5. Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentation.
    6. Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.
    7. Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation.
    8. Contribute to the full personal development of each learner and the social and economic development of the society at large. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    Associated Assessment Criteria are applied in an integrated manner to the Exit Level Outcomes:
  • Provide clear and convincing evidence of original work and make a significant, novel contribution to knowledge in the field of study concerned.
  • The work is publishable in a professional, peer-reviewed journal.
  • Familiar with the relevant research literature.
  • Apply sound research methods and interpretation of research results.
  • Produce a clear and systematic presentation of the material and logical exposition of the argument.
  • Produce proper documentation and support of the results of independent research.
  • Produce a dissertation with acceptable linguistic and stylistic presentation.

    Integrated Assessment:
    Monitoring of learning in the qualification is performed via a monthly discussion between the supervisor and each individual learner. A progress report, signed by the learner and supervisor, is submitted twice per year to the Postgraduate coordinator.

    Final assessment is aligned with the institution's policy for the assessment of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) theses and involves the submission of a written dissertation which will be examined by at least three unattached examiners. At least two examiners will be external (i.e. not employed by the institution) and at least one of the externals will be from outside South Africa. Each of the examiners will submit a written, signed report on the dissertation. The examiners will also question the learner during an oral examination before finalising their decision. The examiner's recommendations are then ratified. 
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    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    This qualification is internationally comparable with the following qualification:
    Country: United States of America (USA)
    Institution: The George Washington (GW) University.
    Qualification: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Engineering Management.

    The PhD in Engineering Management is designed for the technical manager who wants to broaden their knowledge and undertake fundamental research that will add to the body of knowledge in engineering management and be published in an archival journal. This program encourages interdisciplinary work and will provide learners with an advanced education in the most current management techniques for technological and scientific organisations.

    Strong Integrated Approach:
    With its integrated approach to research, teaching, and public service, GW's Department of Engineering Management and Systems Engineering has one of the largest engineering management and systems engineering programs in the United States. The department has developed a reputation for its work in managing complex systems and risk and in dealing with uncertainty. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This qualification articulates horizontal:

    Horizontal Articulation:
  • Doctor of Business Administration, Level 10. 
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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: 
    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. Stellenbosch University 


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