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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Master of Commerce: Sport Management

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
3333	Master of Commerce: Sport Management
ORIGINATOR
Rand Afrikaans University
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
Master's Degree	Field 02 - Culture and Arts		Sport
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	240	Level 8 and above	NQF Level 09	Regular-Provider-ELOAC
REGISTRATION STATUS		SAQA DECISION NUMBER	REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"		SAQA 2663/05	2006-07-01	2009-06-30
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2010-06-30		2013-06-30

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
73983	Master of Commerce in Sport Management	Level 8 and above	NQF Level 09	180	Complete

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

The primary purpose of this qualification is to provide qualifying learners with a master's dissertation (or two papers and a mini-dissertation), in which the qualification finally culminates. A qualifying learner shows evidence of independent and original scientific work. The dissertation and mini-dissertation should constitute a decided contribution to knowledge of, and insight into, the subject discipline and the field of research. Qualifying learners should also display competence in the application of related research methodology, and the proper written and/or oral communication of the research process and findings. The learner should be able to reflect on his/her research decisions and applications to assess the effect thereof in the holistic context of the Sports Industry.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Learners accessing this qualification should demonstrate their ability to read study material with understanding and to disseminate relevant literature at postgraduate level. Learners should be able to make strategic decisions and to assess any internal or external decisions impacting on Sport Management. Learners should be able to reflect on their managerial decisions and applications.

Access is provided to the learner who is in possession of a B Com Honours Degree in Sport Management (or any other related honours degree), generating 160 credits at NQF level 7. The Department of Sport and Movement Studies may require an additional study programme as a prerequisite for the learner's admission. The Department must specifically approve of the research topic, methodology and programme before the learner may commence with his/her studies. The Dean of the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences may refuse a learner admission to a master 's degree if he is of the opinion that the learner's academic background is insufficient. Based on the recommendation of the Board of Faculty, the Executive Committee of the Senate must approve the proposed topic and promoter of the dissertation.

Recognition of prior learning:

Recognition of prior learning (in cases where learners do not comply with the formal entry requirements) will be conducted in accordance with the policy and guidelines of the University concerning the recognition of other forms of formal, informal and non-formal learning experience. Recognition takes place only where prior learning corresponds with the required NQF level, and in terms of applied competencies relevant to the content and outcomes of the qualification. Through recognition of prior learning, learners may gain access, advanced placement, or recognition of status, on condition that they continue their studies at this University

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

The learners should be able to demonstrate:

1. A sensitivity for and an ability to identify, assess, formulate and solve problems scientifically.

2. A sensitivity for and an ability to integrate technology responsibly during the problem solving process.

3. An ability to apply flexible, independent thinking processes, displaying an openness to new ideas.

4. An ability to conduct fundamental research, of an original nature, in the Sport Management field/discipline; thereby making a contribution to knowledge and/or insight in the field/discipline.

5. A willingness and ability to generate well-founded ideas, which should then be structured, articulated and communicated to informed members of society.

6. An ability to communicate in a structured manner, through written and oral presentations, as well as the facilitation of scientific discussions.

7. An inclination and ability to collect disseminate and interpret relevant data and information required by individuals/organisation in the Sport Management field/discipline, as well as in society in general.

8. A well-founded framework of knowledge within the field of research, and in particular, the Sport Management field/discipline.

9. A fundamental scientific critical research and service-orientated attitude and scientific and academic values, (including objectivity, structure, reliability, validity, accuracy, coherence, logic and ethical obedience).

10. The ability to do advanced scientific research, specifically in the Sport Management field/discipline, while functioning successfully within a team, which could be of an interdisciplinary nature.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Can the learner demonstrate?

1. A sensitivity for an ability to identify, assess, formulate and solve problems scientifically?

2. A sensitivity for and an ability to integrate technology responsibly during the problem solving process?

3. An ability to apply flexible, independent thinking processes, displaying an openness to new ideas?

4. An ability to conduct fundamental research, of an original nature, in the Sport Management field/discipline; thereby making a contribution to knowledge and/or insight in the field/discipline?

5. A willingness and ability to generate well founded ideas, which should then be structured, articulated and communicated to informed members of society?

6. An ability to communicate in a structured manner, through written and oral manner, through written and oral presentations, as well as the facilitation of scientific discussions?

7. An inclination and ability to collect, disseminate and interpret relevant data and information required by individuals/organization in the sport Management field/discipline, as well as in society in general?

8. A well-founded framework of knowledge within the field of research, and in particular, with regards to the Sport Management field/discipline?

9. A fundamental scientific critical research and service-orientated attitude and scientific and academic values, (including objectivity, structure, reliability, validity, accuracy, coherence, logic and ethical obedience).

10. The ability to do advanced scientific research, specifically in the Sport Management field/discipline, while functioning successfully within a team, which could be of an interdisciplinary nature?

Formative assessment practices that will be implemented:

Assessing successful presentation or research progress is required at regular intervals. Master's learners are expected to engage in regular formal discussions with the supervisors, demonstrating their progress as well as highlighting research problems encountered.
Two papers and a mini-dissertation are presented, as determined by the lecturer acting as supervisor. At least one test is written per paper. Further successful presentation of research progress is required at regular intervals. It is also expected from master's learners to engage in regular formal discussions with the supervisor(s), not just to demonstrate their progress, but to highlight research problems that have been encountered.

Summative assessment practices that will be implemented:

Integrated assessment, focusing on the achievement of the exit-level outcomes, is done by means of a research dissertation on the selected topic, within the field of Sport Management. The dissertation should clearly demonstrate evidence of original work, and should constitute a decided contribution to the knowledge of, and insight into, the field of study.
Every master's learner must also submit an article that is ready for publication. This does not place a publication obligation on either the learner or the promoter. The article may be a summary of the study or part thereof.
OR
A mini-dissertation (with he same requirements as for the dissertation) plus a formal examination in each of the two papers that were taken in conjunction with the acting supervisor towards the end of each semester. The two papers, as well as the mini-dissertation, must be passed with an average mark of 50%.

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

1. Access to qualifications on a lower level:
Learners who wish to gain access to certificates, diplomas or degrees on NQF levels 5 to 7 may be allowed, subject to approval by the Dean and panel of participating departments. Credit will be retained for modules passed previously.

2. Access to qualifications on the same level:
Learners, who want to continue their master's studies at this institution, may do so, if they can provide formal evidence of their previous academic training at master's study level 8 of the NQF. Their previous exposure to master's training will be assessed by the Dean's committee, whereupon the necessary status and credit will be recognised. The Dean may refuse a candidate continuation with the master's degree, if, in his/her opinion, the applicant's prior training or academic standard is insufficient. Such a candidate may appeal to the Executive Committee of the Senate. A supplementary study programme may be required as condition for mid-stream entry. Learners who want to switch to another qualification (or to another field of research), may do so, after consultation with their promoter(s)or the departmental head. Credit will be retained for formal prior training (that is, courses that have been passed). Learners are allowed to continue their studies at another institution, in cases of them still being busy with the lecture-and exam-based components of the master's degree (if such an option exists). However, as soon as a learner has started his/her dissertation, the transition to another institution will only be possible alter careful deliberation with the promoter(s) and corresponding department(s) at that institution. The learner who wishes to exit the RAU M. Com (Sport Management) in mid-stream, i.e. change to another similar degree at RAU or another higher education institution may do so, with the permission and motivation of his/her new promoter.

3. Access to qualifications at a higher level:
Qualifying learners may basically continue with any other higher education programme, pending the approval and recognition of certain credits by the institution offering the latter programme.
The learner who has successfully completed the M Com (Sport Management) qualification will have the opportunity for further study through a doctoral study (D. Com or D. Tech) in Sport Management on NQF level 8.

MODERATION OPTIONS

Both internal and external examiners are appointed (upon recommendation by the RAU Department of Sport and Movement Studies) by the Dean of the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences. The internal and external examiners must assess the dissertation of the learner. They then submit a report regarding the dissertation, clearly indicating whether the dissertation is accepted unamended; or, after improvements have been made, whether it is referred back for revisions and re-submission for examination, or whether it is rejected.

At least one external examiner (from a higher education institution or from a relevant field) is used for the external evaluation of the dissertation, mini-dissertation and two papers. These external people who could also be of international stature, must be approved by the board of faculty and therefore they should be specialists in the Sport Management field/discipline.

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

Qualified assessors in assessing the learner undertaking this qualification (in terms of foundational, practical and reflexive outcomes), will be appointed by the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences of this institution, upon recommendation by the Department of Sport and Movement Studies. Their appointment is based on the following criteria:

* Assessors (for the learner undertaking this qualification) should be qualified in the area of Sport Management, and should be in possession of a relevant M degree on NQF level 8.

* Assessors (for the learner undertaking this qualification) should have learning and job experience in the area of Sport Management.

* Assessors (for the learner undertaking this qualification) should have experience in the field of education and training, and, in particular, sport management. Assessors should also be well informed about what is required of them in terms of assessing the learner.

REREGISTRATION HISTORY

As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2006.

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:

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