University of Johannesburg

Bachelor of Commerce in Industrial Psychology

Human and Social Studies - General Social Science

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Purpose and Rationale

The primary purpose of this qualification is to provide qualifying learners with applied competence in the mastering, analyzing, interpretation, and application of industrial psychological principles and methods as an intellectual knowledge base for a career in industrial psychology/human resource management. The qualification will prepare learners to reflect on their own industrial psychological applications and to assess the effect thereof in the holistic context of Industrial Psychology and Human Resource Management within their everyday lives. Lastly, it will prepare them for further study in Industrial Psychology and Human Resource Management, and as such provide them with the option of registering as a counselor (after having obtained B Psych status on honors level) and as an industrial psychologist (after having obtained D Psych status on doctoral level).

Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate their competence at applying the basic theoretical principles of problem identification and solving in the field of economic, business and people management correctly and reflect on the application made. (Problem solving skills)
  2. Plan and execute basic (elementary) research in the field of economic, business, and people management, including the gathering, analysing, synthesizing and interpretation information on economic, business and people management issues correctly by utilising the relevant theoretical research principles and reflect on the research undertaken. (Research skills)
  3. Communicate effectively orally and in writing with the different role players in the field of economic, business and people management by applying the theoretical principles of communication and reflect on the application made. (Communication skills)
  4. Develop an accountable elementary theoretical and practical macro vision, taking into account socio-political and multi-cultural factors of economic, business and people management internationally, nationally, provincially/regionally and locally. (Development of macro vision)
  5. Effectively and responsibly organise and coordinate basic resources and opportunities in the field of economic, business and people management by applying the relevant theoretical principles and reflect on the application thereof. (Entrepreneurship)
  6. Accept the responsibility for their own activities in the field of economic, business and people management. (Entrepreneurship, self-responsibility skills)
  7. Practice acceptable social sensitivity in the relationships with others and work effectively in a team by implementing the relevant theory and reflect on the implementation thereof. (Team ship)
  8. Utilise appropriate management technology (e.g. computer and e-mail) effectively in the economic, business and people management environment. (Technological and environmental literacy)
  9. Explore different effective learning strategies to acquire different skills within the field of economic, business and people the field of economic, business and people management. (Explore learning strategies)
  10. Promote responsible citizenship through their approach towards the holistic application of management capabilities within the field of economic, business and people management both on the local and national level. (Promoting citizenship)
  11. Practice acceptable social, cultural and aesthetic sensitivity towards the different role players in the economic, business and people management industry by applying the appropriate theoretical principles and reflect on the application made. (Cultural and aesthetic sensitivity)
  12. Acquire acceptable employment seeking skills for entry into the different sectors of the economic, business and people management industry utilising the theoretical principles and reflect on the application thereof. (Employment seeking skills)

Assessment Criteria

Formative Assessment:

  1. Problem solving skills:

    • Written class assignments, essays, and informal class tests to assess the ability to identify and solve problems in economic, business, and people management.
    • Reflective exercises on the application of basic theoretical principles in problem-solving scenarios.

  2. Research skills:

    • Basic research assignments to gather, analyze, synthesize, and interpret information on relevant issues.
    • Self-assessment of research tasks with model answers provided.
    • Reflection on the research process undertaken.

  3. Communication skills:

    • Oral presentations and written assignments to practice effective communication with different stakeholders.
    • Reflective exercises on applying theoretical communication principles.

  4. Development of macro vision:

    • Assignments focusing on developing a theoretical and practical macro vision in economic, business, and people management.
    • Reflection on the international, national, provincial/regional, and local aspects of the vision.

Summative Assessment:

  1. Entrepreneurship and self-responsibility skills:

    • Written 3-hour examinations assessing the ability to organize and coordinate resources effectively.
    • Reflective exercises on the application of relevant theoretical principles in entrepreneurship.

  2. Teamship:

    • Summative assessments will include questions on working effectively in a team.
    • Reflection on the implementation of team theory in practical scenarios.

  3. Technological and environmental literacy:

    • Assessments will include tasks that require the effective utilization of management technology.
    • Reflective exercises on the use of technology in economic, business, and people management environments.

  4. Explore learning strategies:

    • Assessment tasks designed to explore different learning strategies to acquire skills in the field.
    • Reflection on the effectiveness of various learning approaches.

  5. Promoting citizenship:

    • Assessments will include questions on promoting responsible citizenship through management capabilities.
    • Reflection on the holistic application of management skills in promoting responsible citizenship.

  6. Cultural and aesthetic sensitivity:

    • Assessments will test sensitivity towards different role players in the industry.
    • Reflective exercises on applying theoretical principles of cultural and aesthetic sensitivity.

  7. Employment seeking skills:

    • Assessments focusing on acquiring employment seeking skills for entry into different sectors.
    • Reflection on the application of theoretical principles in seeking employment opportunities.

By combining formative and summative assessment practices, learners will have the opportunity to continuously improve their skills and knowledge in economic, business, and people management. Reflection on both formative and summative assessments will enhance self-awareness and understanding of theoretical principles in practical contexts.

Qualification Details

Type
National First Degree
NQF Level
07
Min. Credits
360
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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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