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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Diploma in Game Ranch Management 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
97096  Diploma in Game Ranch Management 
ORIGINATOR
Nelson Mandela University 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
CHE - Council on Higher Education  HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
Diploma (Min 360)  Field 01 - Agriculture and Nature Conservation  Nature Conservation 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  360  Not Applicable  NQF Level 06  Regular-Provider-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Registered-data under construction  EXCO 0324/24  2024-07-01  2027-06-30 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2028-06-30   2033-06-30  

Registered-data under construction

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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.  

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
Supply the game ranch industry with competent game ranch and resource managers. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
Access may be granted, through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), to learners who do not meet the minimum entry requirements.

Entry requirements:
  • A qualification at Level 5 in Game Ranch Management.
  • National Senior Certificate, Level 4 granting access to Diploma studies.
  • Senior Certificate, Level 4 with Matriculation exemption.
  • National Certificate Vocation, Level 4 with a relevant specialisation, granting access to Diploma studies. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Manage natural resources and maintain ecological systems.
    2. Utilise human, material and financial resources optimally.

    Specified outcomes:
    1. Manage the natural resources on a game ranch.

    2.1. Manage a game ranch.
    2.2. Apply basic communication skills.
    2.3. Apply basic knowledge of research.

    Critical Outcomes:
  • Identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions, using critical and creative thinking, have been made.
  • Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsible and effectively.
  • Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.
  • Communicate effectively, using visual mathematical and language skills 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.
  • Reflect on and explore a variety of strategies to learn more effectively.
  • Explore education and career opportunities.
  • Develop entrepreneurial opportunities.
  • Interpret the laws of a country and structure effective transactions within the framework of the law.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the economic world in context as a dynamic interactive world that does not exist in isolation.
  • Look at the environment as a macro basis rather than a micro basis in order to enhance the current environment as a whole.
  • Work effectively as part of a team or group.
  • Demonstrate effective and responsible decision-making.
  • Stimulate and develop thinking patterns involving creativity.
  • Interpret information received via the media.
  • Remain receptive and responsive to current trends and developments.
  • Use technology effective and responsibly. 
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    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    1. Natural resources on a game ranch:
  • Knowledge of the abiotic and biotic components are demonstrated and applied.
  • Current appropriate terminology is understood and applied affectively.
  • Knowledge of general ecology is demonstrated and applied.
  • Knowledge of human relationship and influences on ecosystems demonstrated and applied.
  • Knowledge of sensitive ecosystems is demonstrated and applied.
  • Knowledge of the human environment is demonstrated and applied.
  • Knowledge of the game ranch industry is demonstrated and applied.
  • Financial implications and objectives are considered and applied.
  • Knowledge of appropriate habitat requirements and characteristics are demonstrated and applied.
  • Knowledge of appropriate management practices are demonstrated and applied.
  • Manage appropriate infrastructure.
  • Appropriate equipment is operated effectively.
  • Knowledge of appropriate legislation are demonstrated and applied.
  • Knowledge on how to secure the integrity of the game ranch is demonstrated and applied.

    Game ranch:
    2.1 Strategic planning for the game ranch is executed effectively.
  • Human resources and volunteers are managed affectively.
  • Financing and/or funding is identified.
  • Administration systems are established and maintained and managed effectively.
  • Employer/employee relationships are established and promoted.
  • Appropriate computer systems are established and maintained.
  • Legal requirements are implemented and controlled.

    Communication:
    2.2. Communication with supervisor, peers and subordinates is effective.
  • Conflict resolution skills are demonstrated and applied.
  • Cultural sensitivity and knowledge of intercultural communication are demonstrated and applied.
  • Dynamics of negotiations are understood and demonstrated.
  • Events are managed effectively.
  • Game ranch is managed effectively.
  • Conservation and environmental awareness is promoted.

    Research:
    2.3. Demonstrate appropriate research knowledge.
  • Analyze an appropriate case study.
  • Assimilate applicable scientific literature.
  • Conduct a basic research project.
  • Conclusions are effectively interpreted and applied.

    Integrated Assessment:
    Assessment is continuous and done on the following basis:

    Formative Assessment:
  • Assignments.
  • Written tests.
  • Practical tests.
  • Projects.
  • Reports.
  • Oral evaluation.
  • Presentations.

    Summative Assessment:
  • Final integrated portfolio assessment.
  • Written examinations.
  • Practical examinations.
  • Portfolio records are kept as per SERTEC requirements. 
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    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    Horizontal Articulation:
  • Diploma in Nature Conservation, Level 6.
  • Diploma in Management, Level 6.

    Vertical Articulation:
  • Bachelor of Technology: Game Ranch Management, Level 7.
  • Advanced Diploma in Nature Conservation, Level 7. 
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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: 
    When qualifications are replaced, some (but not all) of their learning programmes are moved to the replacement qualifications. If a learning programme appears to be missing from here, please check the replaced 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.
     
    1. Nelson Mandela University 


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