Helderberg College

Bachelor of Business Administration in Management

Business, Commerce and Management Studies - Generic Management

Purpose and Rationale

Purpose:

  • Employment: Successful learners may be employed as junior managers in public, private, and non-governmental organisations.
  • Entrepreneurship: Empower learners to initiate and develop their own businesses.
  • Contribution to Society: Provide sound business administration managerial skills in public and private sectors, contributing to society.
  • Christian-Oriented Learning: Offer learning around professionalism, ethics, and accountability.

Competencies:

  • Apply a broad understanding of business, management, and accounting to identify and solve fundamental business problems.
  • Utilize specialized skills in functional aspects like marketing, finance, HR, legal matters, and statistics.
  • Apply specialized knowledge in the business environment as it relates to management.

Rationale:

  • Skills Development: Meets business sector needs by providing learners with specialized managerial skills to contribute to country and economy development.
  • Critical Thinking: Capacitates learners to make informed business administration decisions through critical thinking and innovation.
  • Economic Development: Addresses the ongoing need for competent business management within formal and entrepreneurial sectors.
  • Access to Higher Education: Enables graduates to pursue Honours Degrees in various related fields.
  • NQF Objectives: Facilitates access, mobility, and progression within education, contributing to personal and societal development.

Outcomes

  1. Apply a broad understanding of business, management and accounting in order to demonstrate, identify, evaluate and solve fundamental business and management problems.
  2. Apply specialised skills in various functional aspects of business management such as marketing, finance, human resources, legal matters and statistics.
  3. Apply specialised knowledge in the overall business environment as it pertains to management. Critical Cross-Field Outcomes All the critical cross-Field Outcomes are addressed in this qualification.

Assessment Criteria

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:

  1. Apply knowledge gained through critical reading of academic texts and professional journals.
  2. Explain the role and functions of leadership in formulating policies related to setting vision, mission, goals, and objectives in public and private sectors.
  3. Demonstrate an understanding of the theoretical framework of diversity and its application in working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
  4. Understand concepts such as production and distribution choices, pricing system, inflation, unemployment, etc., in the realm of economics.
  5. Understand the relationship between financial institutions and markets and their roles in money and capital markets.
  6. Comprehend the meaning of risk and return and risk preferences.
  7. Differentiate between debt and equity capital and understand various sources of finance for businesses.
  8. Understand entrepreneurship concepts and apply them in developing business plans.
  9. Comprehend challenges related to the movement of goods, human resources, technology, finance, and ownership across national boundaries.
  10. Understand the management process and the importance of each functional area in organizational theory.
  11. Apply information and communication technology in management.
  12. Prepare, analyze, and interpret financial statements for different types of entities.
  13. Have a critical understanding of various management theories and concepts.
  14. Draft a business strategy for competitive advantage.
  15. Explain the role of ethics in social responsibility and management decision-making.
  16. Demonstrate quantitative skills in problem-solving.
  17. Solve problems using analytical thinking and case histories.
  18. Analyze numerical data and understand probability distribution concepts for decision-making.
  19. Understand and apply project management techniques.
  20. Utilize computers and information technology for management functions.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:

  1. Monitor and control production forecasts using relevant techniques.
  2. Understand manufacturing process strategy, capacity planning, layout strategies, location strategies, inventory management, and scheduling.
  3. Prepare a budget and understand its impact on strategic and tactical planning.
  4. Understand marketing concepts such as segmentation, targeting, positioning, and integrated marketing communication.
  5. Comprehend the nature of advertising and the role of sales promotion in marketing.
  6. Conduct strategic analysis of organizations facing competitive challenges in a global market.
  7. Understand how consumer characteristics influence buying behavior.
  8. Understand qualitative and quantitative consumer research methods.
  9. Understand the dynamic nature of consumer motivation.
  10. Recognize the importance of personal selling and sales negotiation.
  11. Formulate human resources management policies focusing on recruitment, selection, training, and development for improved employee productivity.
  12. Understand labor laws like the Employment Equity Act, Skills Development Act, and Basic Conditions of Employment Act.
  13. Understand societal operations within a legal framework and how business organizations are regulated by commercial laws and ethics.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:

  1. Synthesize and communicate information reliably and coherently using standard academic formats.
  2. Apply management knowledge to practical business situations and evaluate alternatives.
  3. Independently carry out research regarding a business problem.
  4. Appreciate multicultural and socio-economic aspects of international business environments.
  5. Apply management theories and knowledge in group projects to diagnose organizational problems and provide solutions.
  6. Apply strategic thinking techniques to analyze an organization's current position and opportunities for sustainable competitive advantage.
  7. Integrate knowledge of management aspects in organizational design and change management.

Integrated Assessment:

  • The assessment strategy includes various methods like problem-solving assignments, case studies, portfolios, projects, tests, examinations, and internships.
  • The final assessment considers the learner's efficiency in a professional setting and integration of roles, knowledge, values, and skills.
  • It assesses practical functions like preparing plans, interpreting financial statements, conducting research, and reflecting on teaching practices.

Qualification Details

Type
National First Degree
NQF Level
07
Min. Credits
360
SAQA Source
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Helderberg College
Description
Helderberg College is a private Christian college located in Somerset West, South Africa. It was established in 1893 and is affiliated with the Seventh-day Adventist Church. The college offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various fields including theology, business, education, health sciences, and humanities. Helderberg College aims to provide a holistic education that combines academic excellence with spiritual growth and character development. The college also emphasizes community service and encourages students to actively engage in outreach programs and volunteer work.

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