BCom in Business Management Extended

Purpose

The purpose of the extended year is aimed at access for success in terms of the foundational provision, i.e. in providing alternative access in the fields of Accounting. Students are given foundational provision covering relevant academic skills together with subject-related themes, required to facilitate learning in the regular modules of Bachelor of Commerce degree programmes. The combination of foundational modules enables students to develop a comprehensive perspective and effective strategies for adjusting to, and meeting the demands of, the higher education environment with the purpose of being successful in the chosen Bachelor of Commerce programme. The purpose of the qualification is to provide students with a recognised qualification and to equip them with graduate level management and financial knowledge, skills and competence in a number of fields of the management and financial sciences, that provides opportunities for continued personal and intellectual growth, gainful economic activity and rewarding contributions to society.

Career Opportunities

Management opportunities in various industries on first and/or middle management level, Training Manager, HRD Manager, Employment Relations Manager, Product Development Manager, Branch Manager, General Manager, Change Facilitator, Management Consultant, Entrepreneur, Business Innovator.

Admission Requirements

A minimum APS of 25 with Mathematics/ Technical Mathematics or 28 with Mathematical Literacy. English 4 (50%), Mathematics or Technical Mathematics 3 (40%) or Mathematical Literacy 6 (70%).

Selection Process

Selection is based on academic credit. Only new first time entering candidates are considered for admission into BCom extended degree programmes. This means that those who previously enrolled at a Higher Education Institution, do not qualify.

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