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| SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
| REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: |
| Bachelor of Commerce |
| SAQA QUAL ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | |||
| 111405 | Bachelor of Commerce | |||
| ORIGINATOR | ||||
| North West University | ||||
| PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK | |||
| - | HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework | |||
| QUALIFICATION TYPE | FIELD | SUBFIELD | ||
| National First Degree | Field 03 - Business, Commerce and Management Studies | Finance, Economics and Accounting | ||
| 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 |
| This qualification includes the various specialisations. Please refer to "Notes" for details on the specialisations.
Purpose: The purpose of a generic Bachelor of Commerce is to provide learners with integrated knowledge of the differentiated disciplines functioning in the structures, operation and management of business and industry, including the most prevalent concepts, models, theories, principles, skills, and research methodologies. Learners are to develop applied competence enabling them to pursue rewarding careers in the dynamic environments of economics, business and management within the national and international context. Rationale: There is an urgent need in South Africa for more managers, researchers and technologists in the field of Commerce and technology to promote innovation and multi-disciplinary approaches, as is evident from surveys of employers, who emphasise the importance of general applied competencies within a business context. This generic Bachelor of Commerce with different specialisations emphasises enquiry, innovation and research within chosen areas and develops generic skills such as observation, problem-solving, effective communication, analysis and critical thinking. Learners develop competencies suitable to different employment sectors, such as industry and business (also recreation and wellness), research and development, local and national government, development and planning, management and education. |
| LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
| Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
The principles underlying outcomes based, source-based and lifelong learning are subscribed to. In this context, considerations of articulation and mobility play an important role. The Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) constitutes an essential element in deciding on admission to and awarding credits in an explicitly selected teaching-learning qualification. RPL does not only imply assessment to determine the level of skills and knowledge the learner already possesses, but also the skills and knowledge the learner has to master prior to being accepted for the qualification. The assessment processes involved with RPL are the same as those followed for awarding credits in the formal learning setting. An RPL learner seeking credits for previously acquired skills and knowledge, must still comply with all the requirements as stated for modules, qualifications and qualifications. The difference lies in the route of the assessment, since RPL assessment may be holistic in nature taking the context of the qualification 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 Bachelors studies are: Or Or |
| RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? |
| Y |
| QUALIFICATION RULES |
| This qualification comprises compulsory modules at Levels 5, 6 and 7.
The set of modules to be completed is determined according to the specialisation followed and is laid down by the institution. Compulsory Modules, Level 5: Compulsory Modules, Level 6: Compulsory Modules, Level 7: |
| EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES |
| 1. Demonstrate integrated knowledge and a good understanding of the central areas of economic and management sciences.
2. Compare different perspectives on practices performed in economic and management sciences in order to develop a personal philosophical framework for functioning in business. 3. Demonstrate an understanding of a range of methods of enquiry suitable to specific investigations. 4. Select and apply a range of methods to resolve problems or introduce change within a practice. 5. Identify, address and evaluate complex problems, applying evidence-based solutions and theory-driven arguments in the context of economic and management sciences. 6. Demonstrate ethical and professional behaviour in business practices and justify decisions based on appropriate ethical values and approaches. 7. Develop and apply appropriate processes to access, process, validate and manage relevant information. 8. Communicate insightful and creative academic and professional ideas and arguments effectively. 9. Manage business processes in unfamiliar and variable contexts, recognising that problem solving is context and system bound, and does not occur in isolation. 10. Investigate, analyse, understand and solve complex problems in a coherent manner, demonstrating advanced use of critical thinking in a self-directed manner. 11. Take responsibility for own work, decision-making and use of resources and limited accountability for the decisions and actions of others in the varied and dynamic world of business management. |
| ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
| The following Associated Assessment will be assessed in an integrated manner across the Exit Level Outcomes:
Integrated Assessment: Continuous Formative Assessment in the form of class tests, homework, written assignments (Integrated Formative Assessment) and semester tests (also integrated by nature) gives the learner feedback on his/her progress in the achievement of specific learning outcomes, and mostly adds 50% or more to the module mark. Summative Assessment (Integrated Assessment), in the form of a 3-hour written examination, judges the extent in which the learner has attained the exit-level outcomes of the qualification. |
| INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY |
| The generic Bachelor of Commerce compares favourably with other similar Bachelor of Commerce qualifications, offered in England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, New Zealand, and Australia with regard to outcome, assessment criteria, qualification design, Degree of difficulty and notional learning time. |
| ARTICULATION OPTIONS |
| The qualification offers horizontal and vertical Articulation opportunities.
Horizontal Articulation: Vertical Articulation: |
| MODERATION OPTIONS |
| N/A |
| CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS |
| N/A |
| NOTES |
| This qualification includes the following specialisations:
(Registration end date for all of these is 31 December 2018) |
| 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. |
| NONE |
| 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. |