University of Johannesburg

Bachelor of Commerce in Information Management

Business, Commerce and Management Studies - Generic Management

Purpose and Rationale

The primary purpose of this qualification is to provide qualifying learners with the following:

  1. Intellectual competencies and practical skills in the acquisition, analysis, interpretation, and application of basic and advanced Information Management principles in the different functional units of the business organization.

  2. The ability to reflect on their managerial decisions and applications and to assess the effect thereof in the holistic context of Information Management as a practice.

  3. Knowledge in preparation for a career in the Information Management field, as well as to provide a basis for further learning.

Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate their competence at applying the theoretical principles of problem identification and solving in the field of Information Management correctly and reflect on the application made on the process of problem solving (problem solving skills).
  2. Plan and execute research in Information Management, by gathering, analysing, synthesising and interpreting the relevant information correctly and reflecting on research undertaken (research skills).
  3. Demonstrate effective communication competence with the different role players in the Information Management field and applying the theoretical principles of communication (oral/written) and reflect on the application made (communication skills).
  4. Accountably develop a theoretical and practical macro vision of Information Management nationally and globally in terms of socio-cultural, economic, institutional, technological and political macro factors reflecting on the differences among countries, even countries within the same region (develop a macro-vision).
  5. Effectively and responsibly organise and co-ordinate resources and opportunities in the field of Information Management by applying the relevant theoretical aspects and reflect on the application (entrepreneurship).
  6. Accept the responsibility for their own activities in the field of Information Management and learning by solving case studies and completing individual assignments (self responsibility skills).
  7. Practice acceptable social sensitivity in the relationships with others and work effectively in self-directed teams by implementing the relevant theory of teamwork and reflect on the implementation thereof (team ship).
  8. Utilise appropriate Management Information system effectively in the management environment as a bases for sound managerial decision making (technological and environmental literacy).
  9. Explore different effective learning strategies to acquire the different competencies of a manager (explore learning strategies).
  10. Promote responsible local and global citizenship through their approach towards the holistic application of management capabilities (promoting citizenship).
  11. Practice acceptable social, cultural and aesthetic sensitivity towards the people of the business communities and the community at large by applying the appropriate theoretical principles and reflect on the application made within the context of cultural diversity (cultural and aesthetic sensitivity)
  12. Acquire acceptable employment seeking skills for entry into the different sectors of the business industry, utilising the theoretical principles and reflect on the application thereof (employment seeking skills).

Assessment Criteria

Assessment Criteria

  1. Problem Solving Skills

    • Ability to identify and solve problems in Information Management using theoretical principles.
    • Reflection on the application of problem-solving skills according to standards.
  2. Research Skills

    • Planning and conducting research in Information Management according to standards.
    • Gathering, analyzing, synthesizing, and interpreting information on marketing management issues.
    • Reflecting on the research undertaken.
  3. Communication Skills

    • Effective oral and written communication with different role players in Information Management.
    • Application of theoretical principles of communication.
    • Reflection on communication practices.
  4. Development of Macrovision

    • Theoretical and practical understanding of Information Management nationally and internationally according to standards.
  5. Entrepreneurship and Responsibility Skills

    • Organizing and coordinating resources in the business field.
    • Accepting responsibility for activities in Information Management.
    • Reflecting on the application of entrepreneurship and responsibility skills.
  6. Responsibility Skills

    • Demonstrating responsibility for own learning activities in Information Management.
  7. Teamship

    • Practicing social sensitivity and working effectively in a self-directed team.
    • Implementing relevant theoretical concepts.
    • Reflecting on teamwork dynamics.
  8. Technological and Environmental Literacy

    • Utilizing appropriate technology in creating Management Information Systems effectively.
  9. Exploring Learning Strategies

    • Exploring different learning strategies to acquire managerial capabilities according to standards.
  10. Promoting Citizenship

    • Promoting responsible global citizenship through holistic application of management capabilities in business.
  11. Cultural and Aesthetic Sensitivity

    • Practicing social, cultural, and aesthetic sensitivity towards different business communities and role players.
    • Applying appropriate theoretical principles.
    • Reflecting on cultural and aesthetic sensitivity in business interactions.
  12. Employment Seeking Skills

    • Demonstrating acceptable employment seeking skills for entry into various business sectors.
    • Applying theoretical principles of employment seeking skills.
    • Reflecting on the application of these skills.

Assessment Practices

  • Formative Assessment:

    • Continuous assessment through group assignments, essays, presentations, tests, and independent research.
    • Self-assessment and peer assessment with reflection on the process dynamics.
  • Summative Assessment:

    • Integrated assessment focusing on exit-level outcomes through written examinations at the end of each module.
  • Pass Requirements:

    • Minimum 40% in formative assessment for summative assessment eligibility.
    • Passing a module requires at least 40% in summative assessment and a final mark of 50%.
    • Final mark is a 50:50 combination of formative and summative assessment marks.

Qualification Details

Type
National First Degree
NQF Level
07
Min. Credits
360
SAQA Source
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The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a public university located in Johannesburg, South Africa. It was established in 2005 through the merger of the Rand Afrikaans University, Technikon Witwatersrand, and the Soweto and East Rand campuses of Vista University. UJ is one of the largest universities in South Africa, with over 50,000 students enrolled across its four campuses. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various fields, including arts, humanities, sciences, engineering, business, and health sciences. UJ is known for its commitment to providing quality education, promoting social justice, and fostering innovation and entrepreneurship.

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