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| SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
| REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: |
| Bachelor of Commerce in Supply Chain Management |
| SAQA QUAL ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | |||
| 123102 | Bachelor of Commerce in Supply Chain Management | |||
| ORIGINATOR | ||||
| Boston City Campus (Pty) Ltd formerly Boston City Campus and Business College (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 | ||
| National First Degree | Field 03 - Business, Commerce and Management Studies | Procurement | ||
| 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 | |
| Registered | EXCO 0628/24 | 2024-11-21 | 2027-11-21 | |
| LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT | LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT | |||
| 2028-11-21 | 2033-11-21 | |||
| 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 Bachelor of Commerce in Supply Chain Management is to provide learners with a sound understanding of the core supply chain areas. Learners will develop an integrated conceptual understanding, synthesis and application of specific issues in supply chain management and logistics and understand the impact that supply chains have on the economic growth of a country. The qualification will ensure learners are imbued with the knowledge to confidently enter the field of supply chain management. Graduates will be able to face contemporary challenges armed with high-level skills and knowledge of the different supply chain areas and supply chain frameworks, theories and tools to make a difference and contribute positively towards organisations, either private or public. Designed to equip learners with the skills to function at an entry managerial level within organisations by developing a sound understanding of key supply chain functions, the qualification provides an overview of supply chain management practices in a national and international context. The exit level outcomes will be achieved by analysing supply chain concepts and how the activities interrelate within the supply chain. Furthermore, learners will develop analytical thinking skills and insight into overseeing supply chain projects by being exposed to current and future-focussed trends that represent best practices at a national and international level. The qualification will contribute to well-rounded, knowledgeable and skilled learners within the field of Supply Chain. The qualification will prepare learners to enter employment within the field or for post-graduate studies. On completion, the learners will meet the minimum entry requirements for admission to appropriate NQF Level 8 qualifications. Rationale: The institution supports the notion that higher education is a major contributor to the growth of South Africa's economy by providing quality education, upskilling the youth and providing opportunities to address unemployment in South Africa. For higher education institutions to successfully contribute to the economic growth of the country and respond to unemployment, it is essential to develop qualifications that are aligned with the critical skills shortages identified. By developing qualifications to address these needs, institutions demonstrate their commitment to achieving the goals and addressing the key focus areas highlighted in the White Paper for Post-School Education and Training (2013), for the development of qualifications to address the scarce and critical skills needed for South Africa's economic development. The qualification recognises that education has the potential to transform the lives of learners and, consequently, the communities and families they represent. Providing access, broadly understood to encompass both formal and epistemological notions of access to higher education is a starting point for initiating the process of transformation, which has the learners' identity, understanding of the world, and academic knowledge as the focus. The institution is confronted with the ongoing challenge to ensure that graduates find meaningful employment and that their education serves that end. The qualification will therefore supply qualified graduates to the growing industry demand. This notion is aligned with the institution's vision to provide quality and relevant education and training to all learners. South Africa continues to face devastating levels of unemployment, coupled with concerns over the availability of suitably qualified and skilled workers. Skills shortages and unemployment are factors contributing to South Africa's constrained economic growth and development. Identifying the skills needs in South Africa is becoming increasingly important and the need to ensure that education and training are available to address these needs is critical for the stability and growth of the economy. From an industry perspective, companies that rely on effective supply chains highlight the increasing need for and demand for employees with talent and knowledge to work within supply chain operations, as emphasised by DHL, a global leader in supply chain and logistics management, Demand for supply chain talent is high as more companies have recognised the importance of supply chain management to the success. The supply chain management qualifications have not been enough to fill current needs. If this trend continues, businesses worldwide will find it difficult to meet demand for products and services. The National List of Occupations in High Demand, Government Gazette No: 43837, 2020 highlighted job categories within Supply Chain Management as occupations high in demand. Supply chain management is increasingly important to governments and organisations in a competitive market across a variety of sectors. The supply chain directly impacts the bottom line of any organisation, whether private or public. Supply chain management, logistics and procurement offer opportunities for organisations to embed sustainability and inclusion into their business models - a transformation that is a priority at the organisations' executive level. The management of supply chains has emerged as a major functional area within contemporary product and/or service organisations and remains at the heart of customer service within organisations around the globe. The qualification is designed to provide the student with a theoretical understanding and working application of the principles, competencies and practical skills essential for the effective management of organisations, with specialisation in the supply chain function. The programme links the functions and activities of logistics, purchasing, procurement and operations into a single, streamlined functional area of business. The qualification has been developed within the Supply Chain Framework. This framework is captured succinctly in the Supply Chain Operations Research (SCOR) model developed by the Council for Supply Chain Management Professions. The SCOR model divides the core supply chain activities into planning, sourcing, production, distribution and logistics, thereby covering the main functions in the Supply Chain. Additionally, the qualification addresses the digital transformation heralded by the fourth industrial revolution. To cater for the digital transformations within the industry that touch on, advanced robotics, artificial intelligence, machine learning and the Internet of Things are some of the technological advances that shape the future of the supply chain in a digital era, the qualification includes a Digital Transformation in Supply Chain Management module specifically designed to provide learners with the knowledge and understanding of the various technological advances. Upon completion of the qualification, the following work opportunities are envisioned for graduates: |
| LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
| Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
The institution's RPL policy and practices will be applied in relation to the qualification. The principles of recognising learning that has already taken place will be applied at a modular level. The institution follows the CHE's Policies on the Recognition of Prior Learning, Credit Accumulation and Transfer, and Assessment (CHE, 2016). RPL for access: RPL for exemption of modules: Learners need to be able to demonstrate their prior learning either through evaluation/verification and/or assessment. Each application will be considered on a case-by-case basis and learners will enter discussion with the RPL advisor to determine the requirements for the RPL assessment/portfolio of evidence. Although candidates are rigorously assessed, as per the principles of RPL, there is no guarantee that a learner will gain admittance into a qualification or receive exemptions from modules. All RPL applications will be adjudicated by the Academic Committee and Registrar: Administration. The outcome of the applications will be communicated to learners in writing (via email). Entry Requirements: The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is: Or Or |
| RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? |
| Y |
| QUALIFICATION RULES |
| This qualification consists of the following compulsory modules at NQF Levels 5, 6 and 7 totalling 378 Credits.
Compulsory Modules, Level 5, 122 Credits: Compulsory Modules, Level 6, 128 Credits: Compulsory Modules, Level 7, 128 Credits: |
| EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES |
| 1. Demonstrate the ability to analyse, structure and present material logically and coherently.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of Information Technology and the transformation of technology within the context of supply chain functions. 3. Demonstrate an understanding of the economic realities of local and global businesses. 4. Demonstrate an understanding of the principles and theory of accounting, cost management techniques, and financial decision-making principles in a commercial context, formulate decisions and act based on these principles. 5. Demonstrate knowledge of the general legal framework, and specific legal areas relating to supply chain management. 6. Demonstrate knowledge, an understanding of methods and procedures, and the ability to solve problems in the context of business environments and discuss business ethics as the foundation for operating a business ethically. 7. Apply knowledge and demonstrate an integrated understanding of supply chain management. 8. Demonstrate an integrated understanding of logistics within the context of the supply chain. 9. Apply knowledge and demonstrate an integrated understanding of safety, project and quality management within the context of the supply chain. |
| ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
| Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 8: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 9: INTEGRATED ASSESSMENT The institution has adopted a range of fit-for-purpose assessment strategies, i.e., the specific number, configuration, weighting and combination of assessment events per programme and per module. The level and complexity of the programme and/or module determine the assessment strategies. Each assessment strategy consists of various assessment typologies, e.g., summative, and formative, that can take on the form of various assessment modalities i.e., the instrument by which learners are assessed used for assessment purposes. Formative assessments typically include an assignment or test. Summative assessments typically include either a final exam, capstone project, research, reflective essay or a combination of modalities. The assessment strategy for the qualification includes the following configuration and combination of weighted assessment typologies: Assessment Strategy C (ASC): Assessment Strategy 2 (AS2) Assessment Strategy 4 (AS4) Assessment Strategy 5 (AS5) |
| INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY |
| There are several undergraduate supply chain management qualifications available at higher education institutions internationally. Many of the qualifications focus on supply chain management and logistics, offering a combination of theoretical and practical learning. The qualification was compared with similar qualifications offered by the following international countries.
Country: Zimbabwe Institution: Ezekiel Guti University Qualification Title: Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management Duration: Four years Full time Entry Requirements: Purpose: The qualification addresses theoretical, applied and experiential aspects of purchasing and supply. The qualification is relevant in an era where purchasing and supplying knowledge and skills are prerequisites suitable for economic demands. The qualification provides the following career prospects: Qualification structure: The qualification consists of the following modules: Year 1: Year 2: Year 3: Year 4: Similarities: Differences: Country: New Zealand Institution: Lincoln University Qualification Title: Bachelor of Commerce in Supply Chain Management NQF Level: NZQF Level 7 Credits: 360 credits Duration: Three (3) years Full time Entry Requirements: University Entrance through NCEA or an approved equivalent qualification. Purpose: The qualification offers the following career opportunities: Qualification structure: The qualification consists of the following compulsory and elective modules. Year 1: Compulsory Modules, 90 Credits: Elective Modules, 30 Credits (Select any two modules): Year 2: Compulsory modules Elective Modules 1 (Complete two modules from the provided options) And Elective Modules 2 (Complete three modules from the provided options) Year 3: Compulsory Modules Elective Modules 1 (Complete two modules from the provided options): And Elective Modules 2 (Complete three modules from the provided options): Similarities: Difference: |
| ARTICULATION OPTIONS |
| This qualification allows possibilities for the following articulation options.
Horizontal Articulation: Vertical Articulation: Diagonal Articulation |
| LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: |
| NONE |
| PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: |
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| 1. | Boston City Campus (Pty) Ltd formerly Boston City Campus and Business College (Pty) Ltd |
| 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. |