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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Bachelor of Technology: Ecotourism Management

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
16808	Bachelor of Technology: Ecotourism Management
ORIGINATOR
Committee of Technikon Principals
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY			NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
Was CHE until Last Date for Achievement			HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
QUALIFICATION TYPE	FIELD		SUBFIELD
B Tech	Field 01 - Agriculture and Nature Conservation		Nature Conservation
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	480	Level 7	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L7	Regular-Provider-ELOAC
REGISTRATION STATUS		SAQA DECISION NUMBER	REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date - Status was "Registered"		SAQA 9900/00	2003-07-01	2006-06-30
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2007-06-30		2012-06-30

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 is replaced by:

Qual ID	Qualification Title	Pre-2009 NQF Level	NQF Level	Min Credits	Replacement Status
72126	Bachelor of Technology: Ecotourism Management	Level 7	Level N/A: Pre-2009 was L7	480	Complete
72388	Bachelor of Technology: Ecotourism Management	Level 7	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L7	480	Complete

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

The purpose of this qualification is to supply the ecotourism industry with competent ecotourism entrepreneurs who can manage advanced ecotorism programs and an ecotourism business. The qualifying learner will also be competent to identify and develop entrepreneurial opportunities and conduct basic research in the field of ecotourism.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

First degree in Ecotourism Management or relevant equivalent qualification of at least 360 credits at NQF level 6.

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

N

QUALIFICATION RULES

The qualification will be awarded to a learner who has provided evidence to the satisfaction of the assessors that the stated competence of the qualification, as detailed in the specified outcomes, has been achieved, either through education and training in a single provider's learning programme, or through experience that complies with the stated specified outcomes.

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

1.Manage an ecotourism business 2.Identify, evaluate and develop entrepreneurial opportunities in eco tourism 3. Conduct basic research Specific Outcomes: 1.1.Manage a resort 1.2. Manage an ecotour 2.1. Identify entrepreneurial opportunities in eco-tourism 2.2. Evaluate entrepreneurial opportunities in eco-tourism 2.3. Develop entrepreneurial opportunities in eco tourism 3.1. Demonstrate appropriate research knowledge. 3.2. Conduct a basic research project 3.3. Present a seminar on basic research Critical outcomes: Identifying and solving problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made. Organising and managing oneself and one's activities responsibility and effectively. Collecting, analysing, organising and critically evaluating information. Communicating effectively using visual mathematical and language skill in the modes of oral and written persuasion Demonstrating an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that the problem-solving context does not exist in isolation. Reflecting on and exploring a variety of strategies to learn more effectively. Exploring education and career opportunities Developing entrepreneurial opportunities Interpreting the laws of a country and structuring effective transactions within the framework of the law Demonstrating an understanding of the economic world in context as a dynamic interactive world which does not exist in isolation Looking at the environment as a macro basis rather than a micro basis in order to enhance the current environment as a whole Working effectively as part of a team or a group Demonstrating effective and responsible decision making; Stimulating and developing thinking patterns involving creativity Interpreting information received via the media Remaining receptive and responsive to current trends and developments Using technology effectively and responsibly Conducting basic research

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1.1 Resort planning is effective Leisure facility planning is effective Organisation is effective Human resources and volunteers are managed effectively Sources of financing and/or funding are identified Marketing is effective Events are evaluated The principles of impact management are applied Tactical and operational objectives are identified Tactical and operational strategies are implemented Customer service is managed effectively Food and beverage management principles are applied and managed Health and safety principles are applied Cultural sensitivity is demonstrated Relevant legislation is applied and managed Events are managed effectively Financial management is effective Strategic planning is effective Strategic and operational control is effective Resort is managed effectively 1.2. Organisation is effective Human resources and volunteers are managed effectively Financing and/or funding is identified Financing and/or funding is managed effectively Marketing is effective The principles of impact management are applied Health and safety principles are applied Cultural sensitivity is demonstrated Relevant legislation is applied and managed Knowledge of conservation biology is demonstrated and applied Environmental impact assessment is conducted Environmental management principles are applied and integrated Knowledge of socio-biology is demonstrated and applied Knowledge of behaviour ecology is demonstrated and applied Expedition is managed effectively 2.1. National and international eco-tourism networks are identified National and international eco-tourism networks are utilised Entrepreneurial opportunities in eco-tourism are identified 2.2. The principles of entrepreneurship are applied Entrepreneurial opportunities in eco-tourism are evaluated 2.3. Appropriate entrepreneurial opportunities in ecotourism are selected Entrepreneurial opportunities in ecotourism are developed effectively Sustainable eco-development practices are applied 3.1 The term research is defined and discussed Research is related to ecotourism The characteristics of research are discussed Knowledge of the tools of research is demonstrated Knowledge of the preparation of research is applied Knowledge of the special approaches towards ecotourism research is demonstrated Awareness of typical problems relating to ecotourism and/or technological research is demonstrated Basic knowledge of the writing of scientific and technological seminars is demonstrated Knowledge of research methodology is demonstrated Knowledge of biometrical calculations is applied 3.2. Research proposal and design are quantitative and qualitative Research tools are applied effectively Research planning is effective Problem statement is relevant Literature review is comprehensive and concise Appropriate research methodology is applied Data and conclusions are presented and interpreted effectively 3.3 A seminar is written on an appropriate topic Format is correct Content is in a logical sequence Content is comprehensive and concise Insight is demonstrated Content is relevant Language is appropriate Reference method and bibliography are correct Recommendations and conclusion are relevant Presentation method is effective Integrated assessment: Assessment is continuous and done on the following basis: Formative assessment: Assignments Written tests Practical tests Projects Reports Oral evaluation Presentations Research project Summative assessment: Written internal examination with external moderation Practical examination Final integrated portfolio assessment

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

Articulation possibilities exist with other Technikons offering this qualification. Limited articulation possibilities also exist with private institutions and industry training. This qualification forms the foundation for the Master's degree in Ecotourism Management.

MODERATION OPTIONS

Two internal moderators and one external moderater must moderate exit level examinations and final integrated portfolio assessment.

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

The current SERTEC requirements regarding examiners apply.

NOTES

While South Africa still had Technikons, all of their qualifications were registered under the Committee of Technikon Principals. After the Technikons became Universities of Technology or merged with Universities, the qualifications were registered under each of these institutions, and the CTP qualifications fell away (hence the end date of 2006, above). Where relevant, replacement information is shown in the table above.

LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION:

When qualifications are replaced, some of their learning programmes are moved to being recorded against the replacement qualifications. If a learning programme appears to be missing from here, please check the replacement.

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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.

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