University of Venda

Bachelor of Administration

Business, Commerce and Management Studies - Public Administration

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Purpose and Rationale

Qualification Aims

  1. Introduction to Administrative Activities: The qualification aims to introduce Learners to the various activities that make up administration.

  2. Skill Development: It aims to equip Learners with the necessary skills to effectively perform their duties in an administrative role.

  3. Interpretation of Governmental Policies: The qualification aims to enable public officials to interpret governmental policies effectively, aiding in their implementation.

  4. Ethical Skill Development: It aims to instill ethical skills in Learners, ensuring that they provide services effectively and ethically.

  5. Building Future Public Managers: The qualification aims to prepare Learners to become future public managers through the knowledge and skills gained during the program.

Outcomes

  1. Perform administrative functions effectively###
  2. Manage resources (esp. Human) effectively###
  3. Analyse and evaluate critically the concepts and theories associated with the public sector and select and apply those appropriate to the needs of the situation###
  4. Reflect and evaluate regularly personal effectiveness and their ability to develop them in others###
  5. Analyse and apply appropriate strategies for the effective utilization of resources###
  6. Evaluate and apply appropriate research and identify research needs###
  7. Demonstrate deeper understanding of the complexities involved in the public sector###
  8. Engage in critical evaluation, systems thinking and holistic reflection of the relationship between theory and work related experiences.

Assessment Criteria

Associated Assessment Criteria:

  1. Demonstrate the depth and broader knowledge and understanding of how to render Administration services within the South African context

  2. Identify and analyse the legal processes involved in Administration services

  3. Keep complete and accurate records of processes undertaken

  4. Solve administration problems in accordance with best practices

Integrated Assessment Methods:

  • Continuous assessment methods
  • Cumulative assessment methods
  • Take-home assignments
  • Projects
  • Group work
  • Individual work
  • Written examinations
  • Oral examinations
  • Group projects
  • Assignments/tests

Qualification Details

Type
National First Degree
NQF Level
07
Min. Credits
360
SAQA Source
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Description
The University of Venda (UNIVEN) is a comprehensive university located in Thohoyandou, Limpopo Province, South Africa. Established in 1982, it is one of the newer universities in the country. UNIVEN offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including arts, sciences, education, health sciences, agriculture, and management sciences. The university is committed to providing quality education, research, and community engagement, with a focus on addressing the socio-economic challenges faced by the region. UNIVEN also promotes inclusivity and diversity, striving to create an environment that fosters personal and intellectual growth for its students.
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