Bachelor of Commerce in Economics
Business, Commerce and Management Studies - Finance Economics and Accounting
Purpose and Rationale
Qualification Overview
Purpose:
The purpose of the qualification is to respond to the changing economic environment by providing learners with expert knowledge of and skills in Economics. The qualification integrates the economic needs of industry, the region and locally.
Rationale:
The Bachelor of Commerce in Economics, Level 7 aims at training aspiring and budding Economists, who will, upon completion, contribute to the South African economy in a variety of sectors. The qualification provides insight into what drives the economies of the world and develops the ability of learners to evaluate and analyse the macro-economic policies of governments and projects. A learner will gain the requisite understanding and knowledge that will enable him/her to advice on the establishment of economic development projects for Local Economic Development (LED). Studying Economics enables the learner to gain an overview of the economic environment that affects Business Enterprises, Labour, Education, Sports and almost every aspect of human activity. Wherever the learner eventually ends up in the world of work, knowledge of Economics will stand him/her in good stead when making decisions on investment, business ventures or further career choices.
Outcomes
- Demonstrate integrated knowledge, a high level of intellectual independence and a systematic understanding of current thinking, practice, theory and methodology in the areas of specialisation in Economics.
- Identify, analyse and solve problems using practical and theoretical knowledge of Economics.
- Conduct specific investigations in the areas of specialisation by applying a range of suitable methods to resolve problems and/or introduce change.
- Produce and communicate professional and occupational ideas and creative insights effectively, appropriate to context in a variety of modes to a range of audiences.
- Take decisions and act ethically, responsibly and professionally within a supported environment.
Assessment Criteria
The following Associated Assessment Criteria are assessed in an integrated manner across all the Exit Level Outcomes:
- Have an informed outline of knowledge and understanding in the content, theories, and scholarly positions of the critical core of a number of Commerce contexts at a basic and intermediate level.
- Critically question the basic assumptions of the most important theories, scholarly positions and basic methodologies in Commerce.
- Analyse and locate own work in contemporary contexts (such as the South African and African contexts) regarding specific issues and/or problems.
- Interpret topical issues using different perspectives in Commercial contexts.
- Interpret, explain and/or develop an argument around and an understanding of newly-encountered material.
- Demonstrate an ability to marshal an approach used in Commerce related contexts.
Integrated Assessment: The assessment approach is an integrated approach horizontally and vertically to ensure that Exit Level Outcomes have been met. Continuous and formative assessments include tests, assignments, quizzes, presentations and group work and together they contribute 60% towards the final mark. These assessments will assess across and within learning outcomes. Summative assessment, which consists of a three-hour examination paper, is conducted at the end of each semester and it contributes 40% towards the final mark.
Qualification Details
- Type
- National First Degree
- NQF Level
- 07
- Min. Credits
- 360
- SAQA Source
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