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Purpose and Rationale

Qualification Purpose:

The primary purpose of this qualification is to provide qualifying learners with specialised competence in the acquisition, interpretation and application of scientific principles and methods in the field of policy management. The purpose is to further enhance professional ethics and practices, specifically applicable to the field of policy management and development, enable application of a research-practice paradigm, and promote lifelong learning.

Outcomes

Identify and analyse, at an advanced level, macro social conditions in the context of the policy development process, develop, facilitate, evaluate and adjust appropriate actions and reflect on these actions, based on a relevant theoretical framework.

Work, at an advanced level, effectively with other disciplines, as members of a team, when facilitating the process and technology of policy development and evaluate, adjust and reflect on these actions, based on a relevant theoretical framework.

Develop, organise and practise intellectual independence, accuracy, sound judgment, practise accuracy, flexibility and creativity at an advanced level.

Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate and reflect on information, with regard to relevance of policies and macro social problems and needs, based on a relevant theoretical framework.

Communicate effectively and appropriately, at an advanced level, with individuals, groups, organizations and communities, using visual, language and therapeutic skills in the modes of oral written format.

Analyse, develop and manage human and environmental resources, at an advanced level, based on a relevant theoretical framework.

Use advanced assessment, intervention and evaluative techniques, in the process and technology of developing and managing social policies, based on a relevant theoretical framework.

Address, at an advanced level, specific social problems through the social policy management process, by taking into account the White Paper on Social Welfare and the political and socio-economic influences in South Africa.

Explore, apply and reflect a variety of strategies, at an advanced level, to learn more effectively within a human sciences environment. 10.Contribute, at an advanced level, to the development and maintenance of human capacity to a local and national level, based on a relevant theoretical framework within the context of social policy management.

Contribute, at an advanced level, to the development and maintenance of human capacity, within a culturally diverse context and evaluate and adjust actions, based on a relevant theoretical framework, within the context of social policy management.

Explore employment opportunities through practical projects, at an advanced level, within the context of social policy development.

Explore and facilitate entrepreneurial opportunities at an advanced level, while addressing social policy issues.

Assessment Criteria

Advanced Social Policy Management Qualification Assessment

The learner demonstrates an advanced ability to identify and analyze macro social conditions and needs appropriately. They develop, facilitate, evaluate, and adjust policy actions based on a solid theoretical framework, reflecting on these actions effectively.
The learner works proficiently with other disciplines as part of a team, effectively facilitating the policy and development process. They evaluate, adjust, and reflect on these actions, grounded in a relevant theoretical framework.
The learner exhibits intellectual independence, accuracy, sound judgment, flexibility, and creativity at an advanced level.
The learner excels in collecting, analyzing, organizing, critically evaluating, and reflecting on information regarding policy relevance and macro social problems, always connecting findings to a suitable theoretical framework.
Communication is a strength for the learner at an advanced level. They adhere to set standards when communicating with various stakeholders, utilizing visual language and therapeutic skills in both oral and written formats.
The learner adeptly analyzes, develops, and manages human and environmental resources within the social policy development context, drawing on a relevant theoretical framework.
The learner employs advanced assessment, policy intervention, and evaluative techniques proficiently in developing and managing social policies within a macro environment, guided by a relevant theoretical framework.
The learner effectively addresses macro social problems and needs through the social policy management process, considering the White Paper on Social Welfare and the socio-political influences in South Africa.
The learner explores, applies, and reflects on a variety of strategies to enhance learning within a human sciences environment, showcasing advanced-level skills.
The learner demonstrates the ability to contribute significantly to the development and maintenance of human capacity at local and national levels, underpinned by a relevant theoretical framework within social policy management.
The learner contributes effectively to the development and maintenance of human capacity within a culturally diverse context, consistently evaluating and adjusting actions based on a relevant theoretical framework.
The learner effectively explores employment opportunities through practical projects at an advanced level within the realm of social policy development.
The learner adeptly explores and facilitates entrepreneurial opportunities at an advanced level while addressing social policy issues effectively.

Integrated Assessment:

Continuous assessment is integral to the qualification, with a balanced mix of formative and summative assessment strategies. Formative assessments include class tests, contributions, self-assessments, and peer evaluations. Summative assessments encompass formal tests and final examinations, ensuring learners meet the exit-level outcomes.

Upon completion, learners are well-equipped to pursue further studies, including relevant Master's qualifications at any university.

Qualification Details

Type

Honours Degree

NQF Level

Min. Credits

120

SAQA Source

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