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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Advanced Diploma in Public Administration 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
121047  Advanced Diploma in Public Administration 
ORIGINATOR
MANCOSA Pty (Ltd) 
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  Public Administration 
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
Registered  EXCO 0419/23  2023-10-03  2026-10-03 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2027-10-03   2030-10-03  

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 purpose of the Advanced Diploma in Public Administration is to equip learners with the knowledge and skills that will enable them to exercise the management functions required of a general manager at a middle to senior level in the South African public sector.
The qualification will inculcate in prospective and current public officials, as well as persons working in related fields, a solid knowledge of the public sector environment and enable them to develop the skills, competencies and attitudes required to practice effective public management in all spheres of government public service. It will equip new entrants to the public sector to operate effectively, and experienced employees improve their competencies.

The qualification will provide learners with a range of relevant skills and capabilities. These include the ability to critically analyse principles and theories of public administration; a thorough knowledge of the structures, institutions and functions of government in South Africa; examining, interpreting, and implementing the frameworks governing administration in all three spheres of government; examining and applying just and rational administrative processes and practices; interpreting, examining, understanding and planning how government finances are raised and managed; developing, interpreting and implementing government policies; and interpreting and implementing government planning processes. These skills will enable learners to acquire strategic leadership and management capacity, improve service delivery, promote a developmental agenda, promote the rule of law, manage the politico-administrative interface, and generally promote good governance.

Upon completion of the qualification, qualifying learners will be able to:
  • Review and develop planning strategies in all spheres of government.
  • Apply theories of public management in practice in the South African context.
  • Implement principles of administrative law in the making of decisions and the execution of duties
  • Interpret and apply the legislative and regulatory provisions relating to public administration in the national, provincial, and local spheres of government and implement appropriate practices.
  • Practice the principles of the Constitution of South Africa relating to the structures and functions of government and public management.
  • Manage and implement the processes of policy development effectively which is applicable to all spheres of government.
  • Apply the requirements of the financial management systems in all spheres, including budgeting, reporting, asset and liability management and intergovernmental finance.

    The qualification will strengthen learners' foundational knowledge of public management and equip them to pursue meaningful careers in that field. It will also provide learners with a platform for progression to higher-level qualifications such as honours or master's degrees, and for career advancement.

    Rationale:
    The need for the Advanced Diploma in Public Administration has its roots in the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa which was adopted in 1996 and came into force in 1997. Section 195 of the Constitution requires that public administration be governed by the democratic values and principles enshrined there, which promote, amongst other things, a high standard of professional ethics, efficiency, developmentalism, impartiality and fairness, responsiveness, accountability, and transparency. However, the high ideals of the Constitution have not yet been achieved.

    The National Development Plan (NDP) (2011) provides the roadmap for South Africa's development up to 2030 which, at a high level, informs, all present and future government planning. Chapter 13 notes that there is "an unevenness in state capacity, which leads to uneven performance in local, provincial and national government (this) results from the interplay of a complex set of factors, including skills deficits" (NDP 2011: 364). The NDP makes it clear that South Africa needs to focus relentlessly on building a professional public service and a capable state. It identifies several key areas where targeted action is particularly important, one such area is to "make the public service and local government careers of choice. South Africa needs to focus on building a skilled and professional public service; the state needs to focus on producing the skills and expertise that will be necessary for future public service cohorts" (NDP 2011: 365).

    The dangers of not achieving the "capable state" are recognised in a publication of the Public Service Commission (PSC) called "Building a capable, career-oriented and professional public service to underpin a capable and developmental state in South Africa". The PSC points out that "It is increasingly recognised that the legitimacy of government is determined by the quality of staff at the coalface and the management of coal face institutions. The quality of managers at this level has a great impact on the quality of service delivery and the legitimacy of government." (PSC 2016: 12).

    In addition, the National List of Occupations in High Demand produced by the Department of Higher Education and Training lists Public Administration as a scarce and /or critical skill at a lecturer level (2020:42). The National School of Government's draft "National Implementation Framework towards the Professionalisation of the Public Service Importantly," emphasises the need for professionalisation of certain categories of occupations in the public service, over and above what is already recognised through statutory professional bodies, and states that "in the same way that health workers are recognised as a sector and belong to professional bodies which regulate their trade, the state needs to expand this to cover other public service occupations. In furtherance of this initiative, pre-entry exams and compulsory integrity tests must be introduced across levels and sectors" (Government Gazette No. 44031 on 24 December 2020).

    The qualification will promote the achievement of the objectives of Section 195 of the Constitution, assist in the building of the capable state envisioned by the NDP, and strengthen the legitimacy of government in the context of a modern democratic state by developing the skills and essential knowledge required by the public sector to function efficiently and effectively. Learners who are pursuing careers in the public sector will be equipped with the advanced skills and competencies appropriate to the environment in which they work. The qualification will not only support learners in achieving their career aspirations but also enable them to contribute meaningfully to the building of a better society by means of their service to the public.

    It is anticipated that the qualification will attract the following categories of learners:
  • First-time potential employees who wish to start their careers in the public sector.
  • Persons working in other sectors who wish to change their career paths and move to the public sector.
  • Persons currently employed in the public service who wish to better qualify themselves to advance their careers.
  • Persons employed in other occupations but who work closely with the public sector, such as lawyers, engineers, accountants, doctors, and consultants, who wish to be better informed about the sector in which they work.

    The qualification is intended for persons who wish to work in or with all spheres of government, national, provincial, or local spheres, such as in national and provincial departments, public entities, legislatures, constitutional institutions, municipalities, and municipal entities. Potential occupations for which this qualification is suited include the following:
    At national or provincial level:
  • Department Head / Director -General.
  • Departmental Chief of Compliance.
  • Departmental Chief of Strategy.
  • Departmental Chief of Human Resources.
  • Departmental Chief Financial Officer.
    At local level:
  • Municipal Manager.
  • Chief Financial Officer.
  • Director of Corporate Services.
  • Manager of Human Resources.
  • Manager of Strategy.
  • Director of Community Services.

    The qualification enables learners to pursue further studies in related qualifications, for example, at Honour's level which specialises in one or more of the areas covered by this qualification, and, ultimately, at Master's level. Several benefits provided by the qualification for the individual learner, society and the economy include the following:
  • The learner benefits from being able to perform his or her functions with the required expertise confidently and with the requisite level of expertise.
  • The qualification will address the skills gap in the public sector, which in turn will promote efficient, effective administration, good governance, and service delivery in an efficient, accountable, and transparent fashion, thereby promoting effective service delivery in all spheres of government.
  • The qualification will promote the establishment of a capable state which is a prerequisite for economic growth. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
    The institution has an approved Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy which is applicable to equivalent qualifications for admission into the qualification. RPL will be applied to accommodate applicants who qualify. RPL thus provides alternative access and admission to qualifications, as well as advanced standing within qualifications. RPL may be applied for access, credits from modules and credits for or towards the qualification.

    RPL for access:
  • Learners who do not meet the minimum entrance requirements or the required qualification at the same NQF level as the qualification required for admission may be considered for admission through RPL.
  • To be considered for admission in the qualification based on RPL, applicants should provide evidence in the form of a portfolio that demonstrates that they have acquired the relevant knowledge, skills, and competencies through formal, non-formal and/or informal learning to cope with the qualification expectations should they be allowed entrance into the qualification.

    RPL for exemption of modules:
  • Learners may apply for RPL to be exempted from modules that form part of the qualification. For a learner to be exempted from a module, the learner needs to provide sufficient evidence in the form of a portfolio that demonstrates that competency was achieved for the learning outcomes that are equivalent to the learning outcomes of the module.

    RPL for credit:
  • Learners may also apply for RPL for credit for or towards the qualification, in which they must provide evidence in the form of a portfolio that demonstrates prior learning through formal, non-formal and/or informal learning to obtain credits towards the qualification.
  • Credit shall be appropriate to the context in which it is awarded and accepted.

    Entry Requirements:

    The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is:
  • Diploma in Public Administration, NQF Level 06 with minimum 360 Credits.
    Or
  • Diploma in Public Affairs, NQF Level 06 with minimum 360 Credits.
    Or
  • Diploma in Public Management, NQF Level 06 with minimum 360 Credits.
    Or
  • Diploma in Public Administration and Management, NQF Level 06 with minimum 360 Credits.
    Or
  • Occupational Certificate: General Manager Public Service, NQF Level 06. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    QUALIFICATION RULES 
    This qualification comprises compulsory modules at Level 7 totalling 120 Credits.

    Compulsory Modules, Level 7, 120 Credits.
  • Historic Development of Public Management, 15 Credits.
  • The Constitution of South Africa, 15 Credits.
  • Public Administration in the National and Provincial Spheres, 15 Credits.
  • Local Government Public Administration, 15 Credits.
  • Principles of Administrative Law, 15 Credits.
  • Managing Public Finance, 15 Credits.
  • Public Policy, 15 Credits.
  • Government Planning and Strategy, 15 Credits. 
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    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    Exit Level Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate the ability to review and develop planning strategies in all spheres of government.
    2. Demonstrate the ability to apply theories of public management in practice in the South African context.
    3. Demonstrate the ability to implement principles of administrative law in the making of decisions and the execution of duties.
    4. Demonstrate the ability to interpret and apply the legislative and regulatory provisions relating to public administration in the local sphere of government and implement appropriate practices.
    5. Demonstrate the ability to interpret and apply the legislative and regulatory provisions relating to public administration in the national and provincial spheres of government and implement appropriate practices.
    6. Practice the principles of the Constitution of South Africa relating to the structures and functions of government and public management.
    7. Demonstrate the ability to manage and implement the processes of policy development effectively which is applicable to all spheres of government.
    8. Demonstrate the ability to apply the requirements of the financial management systems in all spheres, including budgeting, reporting, asset and liability management and intergovernmental finance. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    Associated Assessment Criteria:

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
  • Develop the legislative, regulatory and policy framework in relation to the purpose, mechanisms, and processes of government planning.
  • Examine the high-level planning instruments, in particular, the National Development Plan and the Medium-Term Strategic Framework to understand their scope, purpose, and influence on the broader planning environment.
  • Develop and apply the policy instruments applicable to national and provincial departments such as Strategic Plans, Annual Performance Plans and Strategic Plans in carrying out planning at the national and provincial levels.
  • Examine and apply the Municipal Integrated Development Plans in the planning process at a local level.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
  • Analyse the historic development of public management as a discipline and its relevance to society.
  • Apply the major public administration theories and doctrines and assess their influence on the conduct of public management in practice.
  • Critically analyse the background, process, and elements of public sector reform in South Africa and evaluate the need for public sector reform in South Africa and its intended effects.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
  • Explain and apply the sources, basic principles, and objectives of administrative law in public administration.
  • Discuss the legislative developments in the field of administrative law in relation to their effect on administrative processes and the rights of citizens in relation to such processes.
  • Analyse, contrast and review the appeal processes in relation to administrative action.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:
  • Examine and apply the provisions of the legislation to public administration in the local sphere framework which regulates administration in the national and provincial spheres.
  • Apply the processes, systems, and procedures to local government institutions and how administration is implemented in this sphere.
  • Critically engage with the theoretical development of ethical public decisions and strategies for maximising democratic accountability.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:
  • Examine and apply the key provisions of the legislation relating to public administration in the national and provincial framework which regulate administration in the national and provincial spheres.
  • Apply the processes, systems, and procedures applicable to national and provincial government institutions.
  • Examine and interpret the roles of key political structures, political office bearers, administrative structures, and administrators in the national and provincial spheres.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6:
  • Interpret the development of the Constitution and examine its key elements and relevance to government and public administration.
  • Explain South Africa's decentralised system within three spheres of government (national, provincial, and local) to gain insights into their functions in the broader context of government's role.
  • Discuss the role of the branches of government (legislature, executive, judiciary) and the role of Chapter 9 Institutions in relation to the separation of powers and the promotion of constitutional democracy.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7:
  • Examine the context and nature of the policy-making environment to understand the purpose of policies and the issues that they are intended to address.
  • Apply the process of constructing policy models and model types to promote the principles on which policies are based.
  • Examine the roles of legislators, political and public office bearers, the media, and others in policy development.
  • Analyse the policy implementation and evaluation processes with reference to the factors that facilitate or impede policy implementation.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 8:
  • Analyse the Constitutional and legislative provisions to promote an understanding of the framework that governs South Africa's public sector finances.
  • Examine the sources of public funding to promote an understanding of how the government's activities are financed.
  • Make and motivate ethical decisions, drawing on appropriate ethical values and approaches.
  • Implement the public budgeting process to explain how the government's spending is planned and provided for.
  • Examine the concept of intergovernmental financing to understand how nationally raised funds are shared between the three spheres of government. 
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    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    Country: Canada
    Institution: McGill University
    Qualification Title: Diploma in Public Administration and Governance
    Credits: 30-credits
    Duration: Three years full-time

    Entry Requirements:
    Learners must have a Bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0, or 3.2 out of 4.0 in the last two years of full-time academic studies.

    Purpose:
    The Diploma in Public Administration and Governance is designed to help learners gain the critical competencies, skills, and knowledge to begin a career in the public sector or advance their current career. With a focus on the day-to-day operations, decisions, systems and finances in a public organisation, the curriculum aims to strengthen learners' managerial and leadership competencies and equip them with the knowledge, analytical skills, and problem-solving strategies that are critical for success in public service organisations.

    Exit Level Outcomes:
    The qualification will prepare learners to:
  • Navigate public and non-profit organisations.
  • Successfully manage organisational teams.
  • Understand financial statements, budgets, costing, and responsible accounting.
  • Plan, schedule, and develop projects.
  • Interpret the legal and ethical issues relevant to Canada's public services.
  • Communicate effectively in the workplace.
  • Facilitate strategic thinking and planning in organisations in response to changing conditions.
  • Apply group dynamics to problem-solving and decision-making.

    Qualification structure:
    The qualification structure consists of the following compulsory modules.
  • Project Management: Tools and Techniques, 3 Credits.
  • Behaviour in Organisations, 3 Credits.
  • Lean Operations in Public Services, 3 Credits.
  • Current Issues in Public Sector Management, 3 Credits.
  • Public Regulations and Ethics in the Public Sector, 3 Credits compares with Public Policy.
  • Leadership and Governance in Public Organisations, 3 Credits compares with Public Administration in the National and Provincial Spheres.
  • Public Finance, Budgeting and Reporting, 3 Credits compares with Managing Public Finance.
  • Developing Leadership Skills, 3 Credits.
  • Leading in Diverse and Global Workplaces, 3 Credits.
  • Strategic Management, 3 Credits compares with Government Planning and Strategy.

    Similarities:
  • The purpose of both qualifications is to equip learners with critical competencies, skills, and knowledge required in public services management.
  • The Public Finance, Budgeting and Reporting module is comparable to the Managing Public Finance module of the SA qualification.
  • Both qualifications consist of compulsory modules with similarities in some modules.

    Differences:
  • The MU qualification is offered over a period of three years whilst the SA qualification is offered over one year of full-time study.
  • The SA qualification has a minimum of 120 credits while the MU qualification has a total of 30 credits.
  • The MU qualification has ten modules with three credits each whilst SA qualification has eight modules with 20 credits each.

    Country: Australia
    Institution: Flinders University
    Qualification Title: Graduate Diploma in Public Policy and Administration
    Credits/Unit value: 36
    Duration: One year of full-time study

    Entry requirements:
    Applicants for the graduate diploma must normally hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent from an approved tertiary institution.

    Purpose:
    The Graduate Diploma in Public Policy and Administration aims to provide learners with an advanced understanding of the key theoretical concepts, major historical themes and significant current issues in public policy and administration. The qualification requires one year of full-time study (or the equivalent part-time). Learners work on the core skills required to manage the business of government. Learners cover public management theory and ethics and explore current ideas around public policy. They tailor their qualification with electives including economics and environmental policy.

    Exit Learning Outcomes:
    On completion of the course, learners will be able to:
  • Assess advanced concepts, theories, contemporary trends, and developments in public policy and public administration.
  • Apply relevant theories to problems and challenges in public policy and public administration.
  • Discuss the implications of research findings in relation to the theory and practice of public policy and public administration.
  • Critique knowledge, skills and ideas for specialist and non-specialist audiences.

    Qualification structure:
    The qualification consists of the following compulsory and elective modules.

    Compulsory Modules:
  • Public Management compares with the Historic Development of Public Management
  • Public Policy compares with Public Policy.
  • Ideas and Perspectives in Contemporary Public Policy compares with Public Policy.
  • Professional Ethics and Public Administration.

    Elective modules:
    Elective subjects in this degree can include:
  • Public Financial Management compares with Managing Public Finance.
  • Economics and Public Policy compares with Public Policy.
  • Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods.
  • Policy Design compares with Public Policy
  • Normative Approaches to International Relations.
  • Policy Analysis: Theory and Practice compares with Public Policy
  • Inclusion and Innovation in Public Leadership compares with Public Administration in the National and Provincial Spheres.
  • International Order in the 21st Century.

    Similarities:
  • The Flinders University (FU) and the South African (SA) qualifications are offered over a period of one year of full-time study.
  • For both qualifications applicants may hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary institution.
  • Both qualifications are designed for individuals in the public sector and for those who wish to better qualify themselves to advance their careers.

    Differences:
  • The SA qualification has a total of eight (8) modules with 15 credits each whilst the FU has four (4) compulsory modules and four (4) electives with 4.5 credits each.
  • The FU qualification has an elective module in Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods whilst the SA does not include a research module and does not have elective modules.
  • The SA qualification includes modules on local and national relations whilst the FU qualification focuses on international relations.

    Country: United Kingdom (UK)
    Institution: London School of Business and Research
    Qualification Title: Diploma in Public Administration
    NQF Level: OTHM Level 7 on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF)
    Credits: 120 Credits

    Entry requirements:
    For entry onto the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Public Administration qualification, learners
    must possess:
  • An honours degree in a related subject or a UK level 6 diploma or an equivalent
    overseas qualification.
  • Mature learners with management experience (learners must check with the
    delivery centre regarding this experience prior to registering for the qualification)
  • Learners must be 21 years old or older at the beginning of the course.

    Purpose:
    The London School of Business and Research Diploma in Public Administration is a postgraduate-level recognised qualification suitable for learners to gain skills in public service administration. Public service managers face an increasing pace of change, combined with pressures to deliver more with less, navigate a complex policy context and enhance performance while sustaining public service values. Designed for professionals in public and non-profit organisations who provide strong and comprehensive support, this qualification will equip learners to meet these challenges. The qualification is accredited by the OTHM qualifications awarding body in the UK.

    Learners will study three aspects of public administration:
  • The policy process, within which public services are developed.
  • The organisational and human context through which public services are delivered.
  • The wider social, economic, and political environment that shapes public service demands and constraints.

    Learners will learn how to analyse complex public management problems, lead change effectively, and develop their ability to manage through networks and partnerships. Learners will be able to shape and deliver the public services of the future and move into more strategic roles in a wide range of organisations. During the course of the qualification, learners will grow as competent and reflective practitioners, both in their current roles and in preparation for more demanding roles in the future. Successful completion of the qualification Level 7 Diploma in Public Administration qualification enables learners to progress into or within employment and/or continue their further study. Since this qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), learners are eligible to progress to a master top-up with advanced standing.

    Qualification structure:
    The qualification consists of the following compulsory modules.

    Compulsory Modules:
  • Managing and Leading in the Public Sector, 20 credits compares with Historic Development of Public Management
  • Public Service Reform and Innovation, 20 credits.
  • Policy and Politics - Theory and Analysis, 20 credits compares with Public Policy
  • Managing Public Finance, 20 credits compares with Managing Public Finance
  • Managing Public Sector Projects, 20 credits compares with Government Planning and Strategy
  • Advanced Research Methods, 20 credits.

    Similarities:
  • The London School of Business and Research (LSBR) and the South African (SA) qualifications take one year of full-time study.
  • Both the LSBR and SA qualifications accept learners who completed the undergraduate qualification registered at Level 06.
  • Both qualifications are designed to strengthen learners' foundational knowledge of public management and equip them to pursue meaningful careers in public service and management.
  • Both qualifications are registered at Level 7 with a total of 120 credits.

    Differences:
  • The LSBR qualification consists of six (6) compulsory modules of 20 credits each whilst the SA qualification consists of eight (8) compulsory modules of 15 credits each.
  • The LSBR qualification has a module in Advanced Research Methods whilst the SA qualification does not include a research component.
  • The LSBR qualification is delivered face-to-face, through lectures, tutorials, seminars, distance, and online by approved centres whilst the SA qualification is offered through only the contact.
  • The LSBR qualification articulates vertically to a master's degree while the SA qualification articulates vertically to Honour's degree.

    Country: Zambia
    Institution: Mulungushi University
    Qualification Title: Bachelor of Public Administration
    Duration: Four-year full time
    Entry Requirements:
    Secondary school certificate

    Purpose:
    This qualification is intended to explore the models of traditional Public Administration and the New Public Management Vis-à-vis Strategic Management. The qualification targets School Leavers, Executive Officers, Administrative Officers, Human Resources and Training Officers and Public Programmes Managers and Coordinators in Public, Private, Non-Governmental and Non- Profit Organisations.

    In terms of career prospects, learners can work as Executive Officers, Managers, Planners, Human Resource Practitioners, Local Government Officials, and other related positions in the Public and Private Sectors, and Non- Profit Organizations.

    Exit Level Outcomes:
    Upon completion of the qualification, qualification, qualifying learners will be able to:
  • Competently analyse and apply Concepts, Theories, Techniques and Procedures in Public Administration and Management.
  • Acquire competency to advise Government and Non-Governmental Leaders on the processes of Formulating, Implementing and Evaluating Public Policy and Programmes.
  • Apply ethical behavioural and professional standards in Public Administration and Management.
  • Explore and Evaluate the Political, Social, Economic and Cultural Environment of Public Policy.

    Qualification structure:
    The qualification consists of the following compulsory modules.
    Second Year:
  • Organization Theory.
  • Local Government Administration compares with Local Government Public Administration.
  • Human Resource Management.
  • Theories and Practices of Development compares with Historic Development of Public Management.
  • Qualitative Social Research Methods.
  • National Government and Administration compares with Public Administration in the National and Provincial Spheres.
  • Community Development.
  • Human Resource Management.
  • Quantitative Social Research Methods.
  • African Ideologies.

    Third Year:
  • Development Administration compares with Historic Development of Public Management
  • Public Policy Analysis compares with Public Policy.
  • Gender and Development.
  • Industrial Relations I.
  • Organization Development I.
  • Comparative Public Administration compares with Public Administration in the National and Provincial Spheres.
  • Administrative Law compares with Principles of Administrative Law.
  • Public Finance compares with Managing Public Finance.
  • Industrial Relations II.
  • Organization Development II.
    Fourth Year:
  • Public Management compares with the Historic Development of Public Management.
  • Public Enterprise Management.
  • Programme Evaluation.
  • Human Development.
  • Employment and Labour Law.
  • Strategic Management in the Public Sector compares with Government Planning and Strategy.
  • Ethics in Public Sector Management.
  • Environmental Management and Planning compares with Government Planning and Strategy.
  • Research Project.

    Similarities:
  • The purpose of the Mulungushi University (MU) and the South African (SA) qualifications is to broaden the knowledge of learners in the field as well as equip them with analytical and management skills to help them meet the challenges of the public sector and contribute to its effectiveness, efficiency, and economy.
  • Both qualifications share similar exit-level outcomes.
  • Some of the second-, third- and fourth-year compulsory modules of the MU qualifications are comparable to the SA qualification.

    Differences:
  • The MU qualification is offered over four years of full-time study while the SA qualification takes one year of full-time study.
  • The MU qualification requires applicants who completed the senior secondary school qualifications while the SA qualification accepts applicants who completed the undergraduate qualification.
  • The MU qualification consists of the research project while the SA qualification does not include the research component.

    Conclusion:
    The learning outcomes, assessment criteria, content, similarities, and differences of the SA qualification have been favourably compared to similar qualifications from the above international institutions. 
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    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This qualification offers horizontal and vertical articulation possibilities with the following qualifications.

    Horizontal Articulation:
  • Advanced Diploma in Public Administration and Management, NQF Level 7.
  • Bachelor of Public Administration, NQF Level 7.
  • Bachelor of Administration in Public Management, NQF Level 7.
  • Bachelor of Public Management, NQF Level 7.
  • Bachelor of Administration, NQF Level 7.
  • Bachelor of Arts in Public Governance, NQF Level 7.
  • Bachelor of Administration in Development and Management, NQF Level 7.

    Vertical Articulation:
  • Bachelor of Public Administration Honours, NQF Level 8.
  • Bachelor of Administration Honours, NQF Level 8.
  • Bachelor of Arts Honours in Public Management and Governance, NQF Level 8.
  • Bachelor of Administration Honours in Public Administration, NQF level 8.
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Public Administration, NQF Level 8.
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Public Management, NQF Level 8.

    Diagonal Articulation:
    No diagonal articulation options are available. 
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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 


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