University of Johannesburg

Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Transport Economics

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Outcomes

  1. Evaluate and apply transport economic, management and regulatory concepts and principles### identifying and analysing important issues and problems relating to transport economic, management and regulatory strategies and policies### and proposing alternative courses of action and solutions.
  2. Work in a team with a variety of role players, including political role players, professional and administrative members of the transport sector, as well as people on the grassroots level in the sector.
  3. Act responsibly with respect to activities undertaken in the course of their application of transport economic, management and regulatory concepts and principles.
  4. Plan, undertake and present research in the transport field, including gathering, analysing and integrating related information.
  5. Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with role players in the transport sector, applying principles of communication and reflecting on the communication skills applied.
  6. Utilise the basic management technology appropriate to the transport management environment.
  7. Reflect on the importance and role of the transport industry, and the management and regulation thereof, on a macro- and micro-level.
  8. Identify different learning strategies to acquire and improve the various skills and capabilities required of a transport manager and/or regulator.
  9. Make a contribution to the level of professionalism and expertise in, and effectiveness and efficiency of, the transport sector### thus positively impacting on the economy.
  10. Demonstrate a positive approach to different communities and a sensitivity for the social, economic and cultural differences and needs, particularly with respect to transport, within these communities.
  11. Seek employment and entry into the transport sector, and identify areas in which he/she may establish for himself/herself a specialised career in the transport sector.
  12. Organise and co-ordinate, effectively and responsibly, resources and opportunities, especially own activities, and taking into consideration the implications thereof.

Assessment Criteria

Formative Assessment:

  1. Continuous assessment through class assignments, essays, presentations, informal tests, and formal modular tests.
  2. Practical work evaluation, both individual and group work during study visits.
  3. Self-assessment, peer assessment, and reflection on the learning process.

Summative Assessment:

  1. Integrated assessment focusing on exit-level outcomes through a 3-hour examination per module at the end of each qualification module.

Assessment Criteria:

  1. Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving:

    • Identify and solve important issues in transport economics, management, and regulation.
    • Evaluate theoretical concepts and propose alternative solutions.
    • Reflect on applications and proposals made.

  2. Teamwork and Social Sensitivity:

    • Display teamwork skills and social sensitivity in relationships.
    • Work effectively in management teams.
    • Implement relevant theory and reflect on the implementation.

  3. Responsibility and Accountability:

    • Act responsibly in interactions with role players.
    • Accept responsibility in applying transport concepts and principles.

  4. Research Skills:

    • Plan and execute research in transport.
    • Gather, analyze, and integrate information using theoretical research principles.
    • Present research satisfactorily.

  5. Communication Skills:

    • Communicate orally with role players using visual aids.
    • Apply theoretical principles of communication and reflect on the application.

  6. Technology Proficiency:

    • Operate management technology, computer hardware, software, Internet, and databases.

  7. Understanding of Transport Sector:

    • Explain the importance and role of the transport sector.
    • Differentiate between macro- and micro-level roles of transport.

  8. Skills Development:

    • Identify skills and capabilities needed for transport management.
    • Identify learning strategies to acquire and improve these skills.

  9. Professionalism and Efficiency:

    • Explain the link between transport professionals, professionalism, and sector efficiency.
    • Identify roles of an effective transport sector in the economy.

  10. Community Sensitivity:

    • Identify transport needs of different communities based on social, economic, and cultural differences.
    • Propose solutions to improve transport circumstances for these communities.

  11. Employment Skills:

    • Demonstrate employment-seeking skills for entry into the transport sector.
    • Apply theoretical principles of career-pathing.

  12. Resource Management:

    • Organize and coordinate resources in a prospective transport sector job.
    • Reflect on the application of relevant theoretical aspects, including financial implications.

By aligning assessment practices with these criteria, learners can effectively demonstrate their understanding and application of transport economic, management, and regulatory concepts and principles.

Qualification Details

Type
Honours Degree
NQF Level
08
Min. Credits
160
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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