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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Advanced Diploma in Human Resources Management 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
110969  Advanced Diploma in Human Resources Management 
ORIGINATOR
Vaal University of Technology 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
CHE - Council on Higher Education  HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
Advanced Diploma  Field 03 - Business, Commerce and Management Studies  Human Resources 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  120  Not Applicable  NQF Level 07  Regular-Provider-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Reregistered  EXCO 0821/24  2019-08-08  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:
The Advanced Diploma in Human Resource Management (HRM) will not only deepen knowledge of and competencies in managing human resources but will also introduce qualifying learners with other related qualifications and experience in managing human resources to a formal study qualification in human resource management. This will be achieved by a curriculum that is based on the Human Resource Competency Model of the South Africa (SA) Board for People Practices. This curriculum includes advanced studies in the three core fields of human resources namely human resource management, human resource development and employee relations. These areas are linked to advanced studies in business management to ensure integration of human resource management in the primary activities of an organisation. The Advanced Diploma also equips learners with research knowledge and skills to enable them to investigate human resource problems and prepare them for further studies.

Rationale:
This qualification is intended for learners who wish to further their studies or for learners from other fields who wish to enter the profession. The qualification is aligned with the South Africa Board for People Practices (SABPP) (Human resource (HR)) Competency Framework and the National HR Standards to ensure that it meets the requirements of industry and that it contributes to the employability of graduates. The HRM qualifications are currently fully accredited by the SABPP. Qualifying learners will be able to register as HR Practitioners after obtaining relevant HR work experience. This will alleviate the shortage of professionally registered HR practitioners in SA. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
The details of the institution RPL policy are as follows, presuming prior accredited learning has taken place:
  • An exemption form is completed for the RPL of modules or part/full qualification.
  • Credits are awarded for relevant, approved prior learning (RPL).
  • Only then may the prospective candidate continue with full registration.
  • If the credit is not awarded, an appeals application to independently appointed moderator.
  • If the RPL is awarded, an exemption form is completed and the candidate may continue with full registration.

    Entry Requirements:
    The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is:
  • Diploma in Human Resource Development, NQF Level 6, 360 Credits. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    QUALIFICATION RULES 
    This qualification consists of the following compulsory modules at Level 7 totalling 120 Credits.

    Compulsory Modules,120 Credits:
  • Advanced Human Resource Management Module 1, 13 Credits.
  • Advanced Human Resource Management Module 2, 13 Credits.
  • Advanced Labour Relations Module 1, 13 Credits.
  • Advanced Labour Relations Module 2, 13 Credits.
  • Advanced Human Resource Development Module 1, 13 Credits.
  • Advanced Human Resource Development Module 2, 13 Credits.
  • Advanced Business Management Module 1, 12 Credits.
  • Advanced Business Management Module 2, 12 Credits.
  • Research Methodology Module 1, 9 Credits.
  • Research Methodology Module 2, 9 Credits. 
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    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Apply theory and best practice with regards to the management of human resources in a work context.
    2. Ensure effective workplace relations through the application of theory.
    3. Facilitate the development of human resources in a workplace.
    4. Fully understand business processes and the contribution of human resource management to business success.
    5. Gather and interpret information to produce a research proposal. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcomes 1:
  • Apply theory and best practice in managing human resources in a work context.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcomes 2:
  • Apply theory to ensure effective workplace relations.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcomes 3:
  • Facilitate the development of human resources in a workplace.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcomes 4:
  • Understand and apply business processes and the contribution of human resource management towards business success.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcomes 5:
  • Conduct research to produce a research proposal.

    Integrated Assessment:
    In this qualification, we apply assessments whereby learners must demonstrate practical and reflective competencies. A combination of formative and summative assessment is applied. Formative assessment includes presentations, case studies, class and group discussions, debates, tests, experiential exercises, assignments and self-assessment. The summative assessment includes the submission of an integrated portfolio, which are moderated externally. Learning outcomes are assessed on a continuous basis using assignments, tests, presentations and projects, culminating in a summative, integrated portfolio.

    Outcomes and assessment criteria are communicated to learners in writing in their learner guides, through level descriptors (Blooms taxonomy) and relevant rubrics. One-on-one consultation sessions are also available for learners. Assessment also from part of the top-down approach utilised. 
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    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    The SABPP is the professional body for all Human Resource related qualifications and is an internationally affiliated with the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) United Kingdom (UK)) and SHRM United State of America (USA).

    The qualification is based on the HR Competency model and national standards of the SABPP which was benchmarked with international professional bodies for Human Resources such as the CIPD and SHRM.

    Profound shifts in the global marketplace are ushering in a new era of complexity, uncertainty and change for companies. The rise of the internet and related technology has accelerated these market shifts, upending business strategies, models and processes along the way.

    'Advances in technology and globalisation' as well as 'shifts in labour demographics, customer needs, and competition' are identified as underlying forces that will have the biggest impact on their organisation's talent requirements in the years ahead and as emerging markets are becoming the new centres of gravity for the global economy and the top strategic priority, competition for talent is becoming fiercer. As for the greatest challenges to HR over the next 10-years, more than one-half of surveyed HR professionals chose 'retaining and rewarding the best employees' and 'developing the next generation of corporate leaders'. About one-third chose 'creating a corporate culture that attracts the best employees to the organisation', 'remaining competitive in the talent marketplace', and 'finding employees with the increasingly specialised skills the organisation needs.' Compared with responses to the same questions in 2010, in 2012 HR professionals were more concerned with 'remaining competitive in the talent. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This qualification allows possibilities for both vertical and horizontal articulation.

    Horizontal Articulation:
  • Advanced Diploma in Management, Level 7.

    Vertical Articulation:
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management, Level 8. 
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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. Vaal University of Technology 


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