Post on 02-Jun-2020
2013
Faculty of Economic &
Management Sciences
Undergraduate
NOTICE
All particulars in this calendar are applicable as from January 1, 2013. The University reserves the right
to amend any regulation or provision at any time without prior notice.
Although every attempt has been made to ensure that the information is accurate, the University does not
accept any liability concerning inaccuracies of any of the contents in the Calendar.
The Higher Education Qualifications Framework (HEQF), as gazetted on 5 October 2007 is currently
being phased in at the University. The alignment of all existing programmes with the HEQF is a project
that is envisaged to take until 2015 at the earliest to complete. Due to this certain information in this
calendar may not be in line with the HEQF.
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CONTENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................................................................................ 2
DEGREES AND DIPLOMAS CONFERRED IN THE FACULTY .................................................. 4
FACULTY BOARD AND FACULTY OFFICE STAFF ................................................................... 5
LECTURING AND TECHNICAL STAFF ....................................................................................... 6
RULES FOR PROGRAMMES ....................................................................................................... 16
BAdmin (Full-Time)................................................................................................................ 16
BAdmin (Part-Time) ............................................................................................................... 21
BCom Full-Time Curriculum ................................................................................................... 26
BCom Part-Time Curriculum ................................................................................................... 31
BCom 4-year Extended Curriculum .......................................................................................... 34
BCom (Fianancial Accounting) ................................................................................................ 40
BCom (Accounting) ............................................................................................................... 43
BCom (Accounting) 4-year Extended Curriculum ..................................................................... 46
BCom (Law) .......................................................................................................................... 49
BEcon (LED) ......................................................................................................................... 53
Certificate in Economic Development (CED) ............................................................................ 57
MODULE DESCRIPTORS............................................................................................................. 58
Extended Curriculla ................................................................................................................. 58
Business Analysis .................................................................................................................... 70
Accounting ............................................................................................................................. 75
Academic Literacy for Commerce ............................................................................................ 73
Accounting Related Subjects .................................................................................................... 95
Economics .............................................................................................................................126
Fair Share (CED) ...................................................................................................................145
Industrial Psychology .............................................................................................................152
Information Systems ...............................................................................................................161
School of Business and Finance ..............................................................................................107
Law Faculty Module Descriptors .............................................................................................175
Political Studies......................................................................................................................183
Public Administration .............................................................................................................191
Quantitative Skills for Accounting............................................................................................ 65
Quantitative Skills for Commerce............................................................................................. 68
Quantitative Skills Foundation ................................................................................................. 66
Quantitative Skills for Literacy................................................................................................. 67
Mathematical & Statistical Sciences ........................................................................................179
Business Statistics ..................................................................................................................181
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GENERAL INFORMATION
CORRESPONDENCE WITH THE UNIVERSITY
All postal correspondence should be addressed to the relevant person or department at:
The University of the Western Cape
Private Bag X17
Bellville
7535
Should you not know the person or department, please direct all correspondence to:
The Registrar
University of the Western Cape
Private Bag X17
Bellville
7535
Faculty related enquiries can be directly forwarded to:
Ms L Kamffer
Faculty Manager
Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
The University of the Western Cape
Private Bag X17
Bellville
7535
Tel: +27 (0)21 959 3164
Fax: +27 (0)21 959 3470/2578
Email: emsadmin@uwc.ac.za
CONTACT NUMBERS
UWC Switchboard +27 (0)21 959-2911
UWC Call Centre +27 (0)21 959 3900/1/2/3
General Fax +27 (0)21 959-3126
THE UNIVERSITY’S WEBSITE: www.uwc.ac.za
GENERAL BURSARIES AND LOANS
Full particulars of bursaries and loans are set out in a separate brochure that is obtainable from:
Financial Aid Office
University of the Western Cape
Private Bag X17
Bellville
7535
Tel: +27 (0) 21 959 3114
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CALENDAR
The calendar is obtainable in the following separate parts:
Part 1 General Information
Part 2 Faculty of Science
Part 3 Faculty of Arts
(a) Undergraduate
(b) Postgraduate
Part 4 Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
(a) Undergraduate
(b) Postgraduate
Part 5 Faculty of Education
Part 6 Faculty of Dentistry
Part 7 Faculty of Law
Part 8 Faculty of Community and Health Sciences
Part 9 Schedule of Fees
A separate publication containing the Faculty’s teaching and examination time-tables is obtainable from
the Faculty Office. Students may also access this information via the student portal.
PLEASE NOTE:
All prospective EMS students will be required to write The National Benchmarking test, which is an
admissions test for placement purposes. Please visit the website for more details: www.nbt.ac.za
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DEGREES AND DIPLOMAS CONFERRED IN THE FACULTY
DEGREES
Bachelor of Administration BAdmin
Bachelor of Commerce BCom
Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting BCom (Acc)
Bachelor of Commerce in Financial Accounting BCom (FinAcc)
Bachelor of Commerce in Law BCom (Law)
Bachelor of Economics in Development Economics BEcon (LED)
Bachelor of Administration (Honours) BAdmin (Hons)
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) BCom (Hons)
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) in Finance BComHons(Finance)
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) in Management BComHons(Management)
Bachelor of Economics (Honours) BEcon (Hons)
Master of Administration MAdmin
Master of Economics MEcon
Master of Commerce MCom
Master of Public Administration MPA
Master of Philosophy (Land and Agrarian Studies) MPhil (LAS)
Doctor of Philosophy PhD
DIPLOMAS & CERTIFICATES
Advanced Diploma in Management AdvDip (Management)
Advanced Diploma in Management (Finance) AdvDip (Management) (Finance)
Advanced Diploma in Management (Financial Planning) AdvDip (Management) (Financial
Planning)
Advanced Diploma in Public Administration ADPA
Postgraduate Diploma in Management PGDip(Management)
Postgraduate Diploma in Finance PGDip (Finance)
Postgraduate Diploma in Land & Agrarian Studies PGDip (LAS)
Certificate in Economic Development CED
ACCESS PROGRAMMES
Management Development Programme MDP
Senior Management Development Programme SMDP
Programme in Economic Principles
Programme in Economic Principles and Policy
PEP I
PEPP II
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FACULTY BOARD AND FACULTY OFFICE STAFF
FACULTY BOARD
The Rector (ex officio), Vice Rectors (ex officio)
Proffs: C Tapscott, F Abrahams, CJ Bakkes, C Cairney, B Cousins,A du Toit, LER De Vries, M Esau,
LCH Fourie, W Geach, S Gool, R Hall, P Hirschsohn, A Hsieh, I Ille, L Loxton, L Piper, LJ Loots, CJJ
Mphaisha, J Pretorius, R Rena, L Thompson, DJ Visser, JJ Williams
Extraordinary Prof: D Blackmur, A Erwin, R Pellesier, M November
Extraordinary Prof (Associate): O Mollagee
Extraordinary Senior Lecturers: Dr B von Lieres, KA Gottschalk, M Aliber, T Leuscher-Mamashela
Drs: C Africa, TO Ajilore, LA Bosman, G Davids, D Desai, H Duh, A Hsieh, M Isaacs, E Makaudze, N
Mashiyi, J May, V McGhie, Z Mitrovic, V Naicker, J Njenga, R Peters, L Pretorius
Messrs: RG Arendse, K Bafo, A Bayat, P Brijlal, G Caseley, T Combrinck, G Hearn, P Hamel, K
Heslop, M Hoskins, E Isaacs, J Jansen, C Melzer, ER Mentoor, R Oliver, E Pullen, W Rinquest, P
Saungweme, J Siebrits, AJ Saayman, , G Thaver, G van Rooyen, L Weber, K Yu
Mmes: A Bayat, C Christians, M du Plessis, D Hamman-Fisher, C Hoorn, A Noordien, L Kamffer, R
Jano, L Lorente-Quesada, M Moses, M Otto, J Pretorius, P Pugin, B Raymond, N Myburg, J Lawrence,
G Hans, L Ndesi, L Uys, J van den Berg,
Representatives of:
Faculty of Law: Advocate G F Kotze
Faculty of Science: Mr A Latief
Faculty of Education: Prof J Smith
FACULTY OFFICE STAFF
Dean: Vacant
Deputy Dean - Research: L Piper, PhD (Cambridge)
Deputy Dean – Academic: M Esau, PhD (Western Cape)
Faculty Manager: L Kamffer, BCom (Hons) (Pretoria), MCom (South Africa)
(Cum Laude)
Senior Faculty Officer: C Hoorn, (BAdmin) (Hons) (Western Cape)
Faculty Officers: G Hobyani, (ADM) (Western Cape), (Hons) (Western Cape)
M Engel
C Pharoah, (Nat Dipl) (Cape Peninsula UT)
Vacant
Administrative Officer: P Dibela, (BCom) (Western Cape)
Administrative Assistants: M Delport
Dean’s Secretary: S Van der Schyff
Dean’s Administrative Assistant: Vacant
Faculty Manager’s Administrative
Assistant: L Naude (Dip: Adult Education) (Cape Town)
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LECTURING AND TECHNICAL STAFF
(Departmental chairpersons are denoted with an asterisk (*))
ACCOUNTING
Professors: *L Loxton B.SC, B Acc (Hons), MBA, CA (SA)
CJ Bakkes, MCompt (South Africa), CA (SA)
WD Geach, BA (LLB) (Cape Town), MCom, CTA, FCIS,
CA (SA), Admitted Advocate of the High Court of SA,
Fellow of the University of Kwazulu Natal
Associate Professor: C Cairney, MCom, (Cape Town), MSc (UWE), CA (SA)
Extraordinary Associate Professor: O Mollagee, BCom (Hons Acc) (Western Cape), BCom
(Hons) Taxation (Cape Town), CA (SA)
Senior Lecturers: AJ Saayman, BCompt (Hons) (South Africa), CA (SA)
B Raymond, BCom (Hons) (Western Cape), CA (SA)
J Jansen, BCom (Acc) (Western Cape), BCom (Hons) Acc
(Kwazulu Natal), CA (SA)
J Siebrits, BCom (Law), LLB (Stellenbosch), BCompt
(Hons) (South Africa), CA (SA)
P Hamel, BCom (Hons) (ACC) (RAU), CA (SA)
P L Weber, BCom (Hons) (Acc) (Western Cape), CA (SA)
J Pretorius, BCom (Acc) (Rhodes), BCom (Hons) (Natal),
MCom (NMMU), CA (SA)
L Uys, Masters (Auditing) (Stellenbosch), CA (SA)
Lecturers: W Rinquest, BCom, HDE, BEd (Western Cape)
RG Arendse, BCom (Hons) (Western Cape)
A Noordien, BCom (Hons) (Acc) (Western Cape) CA (SA)
M Otto, BCom (Hons) (Acc) (Western Cape) CA (SA)
E Pullen, BCom (Hons) (Acc) (Western Cape), CA (SA)
Administrative Officer: C Jacobs-Williams, Business Computing, and Secretarial
Diploma (Rosebank College)
Marks Administrators: E Felaar, NCM (Cape Peninsula UT)
S Couert, BCom (Western Cape)
Pilot Thuthuka Student Coordinator: C Trueman, HR Diploma (Rosebank College)
ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT
Extra-Ordinary Senior Lecturer: MD November, (Hons), BA (Hons) (Keele), MA (History)
(London), MA (Teaching English as a Second Language)
(UCLA), PhD (UCLA)
Teaching & Learning Specialist: *N Mashiyi BA (Hons), BEd (Unitra), MEd (ESL)
(Rhodes), N.D Small Business Management (TSA), PhD
(Education Policy Studies) (University of Pretoria)
Senior Lecturer (Linguistics): VF McGhie, BA (Western Cape), BA (Hons) (Linguistics)
(Western Cape), MA (Linguistics) (Western Cape), Higher
Diploma in Education (P/G) (Western Cape), Diploma in
Public Relations Practice (Academy of Learning), PhD
(Stellenbosch)
L Ndesi, BTh (Western Cape), BA (Hons) (Western Cape),
MTh (Western Cape)
Lecturers: Liesl Svenson - BCom (Hons), MCom (Western Cape)
Kashiefa Mobarak - (Hons) (UWC), MCom (UWC
Quintin Paulsen - Management and Finance (Hons) (UWC)
Administrative Officer: R May
Marks Administrator: R Kriel
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4-YEAR EXTENDED PROGRAMME
Lecturers: CW Melzer, MBA (Cape Town), BCom (Hons) (Cape
Town)
Dr D Desai, BSc (Cape Town), BSc (Hons) (Western Cape),
B. Mus. (Mus.Lib.), M.Mus. (Mus. Ed.) (Cape Town), BEd
(SA), PhD (Natal), H.D.L.S. (SA), H.E.D. (SA), L.T.C.L.
J F Abongdia, MA (Linguisitics) (Western Cape), MA
(American Literature) (Yaonde, Cameroon), Linguistics
(Hons) (Western Cape), Advanced Teachers Diploma
(Yaounde, Cameroon), BA (English/English Literature)
(Yaounde, Cameroon)
Llorente Quesada, B.Com (Honours) (UCLV); MCom
(Western Cape), MA (Film and Media) (Cape Town)
Summa Cum Laude
R George, (BTh), BA (Hons) (Western Cape)
N Myburgh, BSc, MSc (Mathematics Education) (Western
Cape)
G Thaver, BCom (Hons) (Western Cape)
G Hans, BEd (Hons) (Psychology), BA, BA (Hons),
(Western Cape)
E Muriro, BCom Accounting (Western Cape), BCompt
(Hons) (South Africa), Advanced Certificate in Auditing
(apt)
EMS STUDENT SUPPORT AND RESEARCH UNIT (ESSRU)
Unit Coordinator: M du Preez
Administrator: L Wildschutt
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE
Acting Director: *R Peters, BCom, BCom (Hons) (Western Cape), MBL
(South Africa), PhD (Johannesburg)
Mauerberger Chair in Finance: S Gool, BSc (Cape Town), BEcon Hons (Western Cape),
MA Fin (UCalif), HED (South Africa), Chartered Financial
Analyst
Professor: P Hirschsohn, BBusSc (Cape Town), BCom (Hons) (South
Africa), MSc (Oxon), PhD (MIT)
DJ Visser, BCom, HDE (Stellenbosch), BCom (Hons)
(South Africa), MCom (Western Cape), PhD (Stellenbosch)
(FIAC)
Associate Professor: L De Vries, BCom (Hons), STD (Western Cape), MBA
(Stellenbosch)
Heng-Hsing Hsieh, PhD (Cape Town), MCom (UKZN),
BCom (Hons) (UND) Cum Laude, BCom (UND) Summa
Cum Laude, MIFM, Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
Senior Lecturers: ER Mentoor, MCom (Western Cape)
EBH Isaacs, MCom (Western Cape)
V Naicker, ADM, MCom, PhD (Western Cape)
P Brijlal, BSc, HDE (Natal), MBA (Durban Westville)
H Duh, BCom (University of Uyo, Nigeria), BCom (Hons),
MCom (Witwatersrand)
Lecturers: T Combrinck, HDE, Bed, BCom (Hons), MCom (Western
Cape)
A Bayat, BA (Medina), BCom (Hons), MCom (Western
Cape)
P Pugin, (BCom) (Hons), MCom (Western Cape)
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G Caseley, BCom (Natal), BCom (Hons) (South Africa)
Cum Laude, MBA (Witwatersrand) Cum Laude P Saungweme, Dip Ed (UZim), B.Com (Hons) Mgmt &
Finance (Midlands State), MBA (National Univ of Science
& Tech)
Customer Relations Officer: Vacant
Tutor Coordinator: M Bam
Administrators: D Arendse BTech (CPUT)
M Orrie, ADM (Western Cape)
F Jasson, BA (Western Cape)
D Dowman
ENTREPRENEURSHIP DEVELOPMENT UNIT (EDU)
Coordinator: Vacant
AFRICAN CENTRE FOR CITIZENSHIP & DEMOCRACY (ACCEDE)
Director/Professor: L Thompson, BA (CAPE TOWN), BA (Hons), MA
(Rhodes), PhD (Western Cape)
Administrator: Vacant
ECONOMICS
Professors: *LJ Loots, BCom (RAU), BCom (Econ) (Hons) (RAU),
DDE (Cantab)
Associate Professors: Rena, BA (Kakatiya), MA (Econ) (Osmania), BED
(Annamalai), MPhil (Osmania), LLB (Kakatiya), PhD
(Osmania) Cum Laude
Senior Lecturers: TO Ajilore, BSc (Obafemi Awolowo), MSc (Econ)
(Obafemi Awolowo), PhD (Obafemi Awolowo)
Lecturers: E Makaudze, BSc (UZ), MSc (Agric Econ) (Texas A & M),
MA (OSU), PhD (OSU)
M Moses, BCom, BCom (Econ) (Hons), MCom (Econ)
(Western Cape)
A Bayat, BA (Cape Town), BEcon (Econ) (Hons) (Western
Cape), MA (Econ) (William's College)
KCD Yu, BBA (South Africa), BEcon (Hons), MEcon
(Stellenbosch)
C Christians, BSc (Physio) (Cape Town), BEcon (Hons)
(Western Cape)
Undergraduate Administrator: C Dilgee
Secretary: N Mhlongo, BA (Cape Town), (PDOM) (Cape Town)
Administrative Assistant: C Arnold
INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY
Professor: F Abrahams, BEcon, BCom (Hons) (Cum Laude), MEcon
(Western Cape), DCom (South Africa), Registered
Industrial Psychologist with the Health Profession Council
of South Africa (HPCSA)
Associate Professor: Vacant
Senior Lecturers: *LA Bosman, BEcon (Hons), MEcon (Stellenbosch), Hons
B (B&A) (Stellenbosch), DCom (UPE), P/G Dipl (Adv
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Labour Law) (RAU) Registered Industrial Psychologist
(HPCSA)
K Heslop, BA (Hons) (Psychology UND), BAdmin (Hons)
(Ind Relations); BAdmin (Hons) (Ind Psychology);
MAdmin (Ind Psych), (Cum Laude) (UDW), Registered
Industrial Psychologist (HPCSA), Registered Chartered
Human Resource Practitioner (SABPP)
R Jano, BCom (Hons), MCom (Western Cape),
Registered Industrial Psychologist (HPCSA), Registered
Master HR: Educator and Training (SABPP)
Lecturers: D Hamman-Fisher, NDipl (HR and Bus Econ) (Cape
Peninsula UT), BAdmin (Hons) (Western Cape), MA
(Western Cape)
M du Plessis, BA (Stellenbosch), BA (Hons) (Western
Cape)
R Oliver, BCom (Hons), MCom (Western Cape)
Marks Administrator: K Hendricks, BA, B Com (Hons) (Western Cape)
Secretary: D Ferrus, BA, BA (Hons) (Western Cape)
INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Professor: *LCH Fourie, BA, BTh, MTh, LTh, DTh (Stellenbosch),
MBA (Potchefstroom)
Senior Lecturers: Z Mitrovic, MCom (IM) (Western Cape), DTech (Cape
Peninsula UT)
JK Njenga, BSc (Computer Science) (Nairobi); MCom (IM)
(Western Cape), PhD (Western Cape)
Lecturers: G Hearn BInst-Agrar Hons (Pretoria), BSc for (Silviculture)
US (MSAIF)
Dept Administrator: C Cebindevu, BAdmin (Western Cape), BA (Hons)
(UKZN)
Post-grad Administrator: W Mwaba, BA (North West)
Undergrad Administrator: A Mujawamilya, BCom (Western Cape), BCom (Hons)
(Western Cape), MPhil (Population Studies) (Western Cape)
LAW FACULTY
Mercantile Law and Labour Law
Head of Department: Prof. MS Wandrag, B Luris, LLM (Free State), LLM
(Canbtab),
Adv of High Court of SA
Professors: D Du Toit, BA, LLB (Cape Town), LLD (Leiden), Prof
Emeritus (Western Cape), Attorny of the High Court of SA
ED Malherbe, BA, LLB, LLM (Stellenbosch), LLD
(Western Cape)
MS Wandrag, B Luris, LLB, LLM (Free State), LLM
(Cantab), Adv of High Court of SA
Senior Lecturers: GF Kotze, BA, LLB, LLM (Stellenbosch), Adv of High
Court of SA
Lecturers: E Huysamen, LLB, LLM (Cum Laude) (Stellenbosch),
Attorny of the High Court of SA
P Koornhof BA, LLB, LLM (Stellenbosch), Attorny of the
High Court of SA
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F Moosa, B Proc, LLB (Western Cape), LLM (Cape Town),
Attorny of the High Court of SA
Employment Law: P S Bolton, BProc, LLB, LLM (Western Cape), Advocate of
the High Court of SA
Company Law: G F Kotze, BA, LLB, LLM (Stellenbosch), Advocate of the
High Court of SA
Social Security Law: A von Zelewski, First & Second State Examinations in Law
(Germany), Attorney of the High Court of SA
B Conradie
Public Law: K Chinnian-Kester, BA, LLB, LLM (Western Cape)
POLITICAL STUDIES
Professor: L Piper PhD (Cambridge)
J Pretorius, PhD (Cambridge)
Extra-ordinary Senior Lecturer: B von Lieres, BA (Hons), MA (Witwatersrand), DPhil
(University of Essex)
KA Gottschalk, BA (Hons) (Cape Town)
T Luescher-Mamashela PhD (Cape Town)
Senior Lecturer *C Africa (PhD) (Cape Town)
Lecturer: MK Bafo, BAdmin (Hons) (Western Cape)
GC van Rooyen, BAdmin (Hons) (Western Cape)
R Leith, BA (Hons) (Pretoria)
S Kuo, PhD (Rhodes)
Associate Lecturer: JM Hoskins, BA; BProc, LLB, LLM (Western Cape)
Administrator: Nadia Jansen
MATHEMATICS AND APPLIED MATHEMATICS
Dept Chairperson: Prof RL Fray, MSc (Western Cape), MSc, (Stellenbosch),
PhD (Stellenbosch)
Admin Assistant: GL Hendricks, DipExSecr (Bellv Acad/Boston House)
Professors: RL Fray, MSc (Western Cape), MSc (Stellenbosch), PhD
(Stellenbosch)
PJ Witbooi, MSc (Western Cape), PhD (Cape Town)
Associate Professors: F Benyah, PhD (Western Australia, Perth)
Extra-Ordinary Profs: J Key, MPHIL, PhD (London)
Senior Lecturers: N Marcus, BSc (Hons) (South Africa), PhD (Cape Town)
E Mwambene, Drrernat (Vienna)
K Patidar, PhD (IIT Kanpur, India)
Lecturers: M Mdekazi, MSc (Wisconsin), MSc (Cape Town)
MR Omar, HDE, PhD (Cape Town)
W Fish, HDE, MSc (Math Ed) (South Africa), MSc (Cape
Town), PhD (Western Cape)
M Mohlala, PhD (Howard University)
Senior Officer: MG Salasa, BSc (Hons) (Western Cape)
B May, BSc, HDE, Bed (Western Cape)
A Taylor, BSc, HDE (Western Cape)
Officers: F Karriem, MSc (Western Cape)
J Wyngaardt, BSc(Hons)(Western Cape)
Administrative Assistant: GL Hendricks, (Dip EX Secr) (Bellv Acad/Boston House)
STATISTICS
Dept Chairperson: Prof RJ Blignaut, BSc (RAU), MSc (Cape Town), PhD
(Pretoria)
Admin Assistant: L Selbourne, BTh (Urbanium University-Rome)
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Professors: C Koen, PhD (Cape Town), PhD (Rand Afrikaans
University)
D Kotze, DCom (Stellenbosch), MSc (South Africa), MBL
(South Africa)
Associate Professor: RJ Blignaut, BSc (RAU), MSc (Cape Town), PhD (Pretoria)
Extraordinary Prof: R Shell, PhD (Yale)
Senior Lecturers: H Doctor, PhD, MA (Demography) (Pennsylvania
University)
G Tati, PhD (Univ of Bristol), DEA (Univ of Paris,
Pantheon-Sorbonne), MSc (IFORD), Maitrise (Univ of
Congo), Licence (Univ of Congo)
Lecturers: A Latief, MSc (Western Cape)
N Stiegler, DEA, Institut d'etudes demographiques universté
de Bordeaux Maitrise and Licence, Universté montesquieu
Bordeaux IV
Chief Officers: N Makapela, MSc (Western Cape)
L Corker, BSc (Hons), MCom (Western Cape), MSc (Cape
Town)
Senior Officer: R Lombard, MSc (Western Cape)
SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT
Acting Director/Senior Professor: CJJ Mphaisha, BA (Merit) (Zambia), MPA, PhD,
(Pittsburgh)
Professor: L Thompson, BA (Stellenbosch), MA (Rhodes), PhD
(Western Cape)
G Ruiters, MA (Wits University), PhD (Johns Hopkins,
USA)
Extra-ordinary Professor: JJ Williams BA, BA (Hons), HED (Cum Laude), MA
(UWC), MUP (Master of Planning), PhD (U Illinois at
Urbana-Champaign, USA)
CJJ Mphaisha, BA (Merit) (Zambia), MPA, PhD
(Pittsburgh)
Associate Professor: MV Esau, BAdmin (Hons), MAdmin, PhD (Western Cape)
I Ille, BEd (Hons) (University of Ibadan) (Nigeria), MPA,
(University of the North), PhD (Public Affairs) (University
of Pretoria)
Senior Lecturer: G Davids, PhD
L Pretorius, PGD in Econ, Adv Dipl in Educ, HDE, BA
(Cape Town), MA (Cape Town), PhD (Western Cape)
G Ruiters,
Admin Officer: F Hendricks Secretarial Diploma (Todds Commercial
College)
Librarian: N Seymour
Training Division Manager: E Hamza, BAdmin (Hons) (Western Cape)
Administrator: V Haywood, PGDG (Western Cape)
Finance Manager: AD Roman, BA (Western Cape), HDE (Western Cape), BCom
(Hons) (Western Cape)
Administrator: B Du Plessis
T Van Harte
P/G Programme Coordinator: I Ille, BEd (Hons) (University of Ibadan) (Nigeria), MPA,
(University of the North), PhD (Public Affairs) (University
of Pretoria)
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Senior P/G Administrator: L Festers
P/G Administrator: B Maart
PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION: SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT U/G PROGRAMME
Professor: CJJ Mphaisha, BA (Merit) (Zambia), MPA, PhD,
(Pittsburgh)
Associate Proffessor: MV Esau, BAdmin (Hons) (Western Cape), MAdmin
(Western Cape), PhD (Western Cape)
I Ille, Bed (Hons) (University of Ibadan) Nigeria, MPA,
(University of the North), PhD (Public Affairs) (Pretoria)
Senior Lecturer U/G Programme
Coordinator: GJ Davids, BA (Western Cape), BA (Hons) Dev
(Stellenbosch), Phd (Western Cape), PMD (Harvard), CIFE
(IIAP-France)
U/G Programme Administrator: L Eyssen
INSTITUTE FOR POVERTY, LAND AND AGRARIAN STUDIES (PLAAS)
DST/NRF Research Chair/Sen Prof: B Cousins, BA (South Africa), DPhil (Zim)
Director /Prof: A du Toit, MA (Stellenbosch), PhD (Essex)
Associate Professors: M Hara, MSc (Humberside), PhD (Western Cape)
R Hall, BSocSc (Hons) (Cape Town), MPhil (Oxford) DPhil
(Sussex)
Senior Researcher: G Paradza, MSc(Zim), PhD (Wageningen)
B Tapela, MA (Pretoria), MPhil (Western Cape)
Senior Lecturer/Researcher: M Isaacs, MPhil, PhD (Western Cape)
Researchers: K Kleinbooi, BA (Soc Work) (Stellenbosch), MPhil
(Western Cape)
D Neves, BA (Hons), MA (Rhodes)
O Ukpabi, MA (Amsterdam), MPhil (Cape Town)
C Hakizimana, BTh (Hons), MDevStud (KwaZulu-Natal)
Research Iterns: D Chikazunga, MSc (Zimbabwe)
M Ngubane, MA (Free State)
A Okunlola, MA (Western Cape)
Administrative Manager: U Arends, BA (Hons), MA (Western Cape), Dip Adult Ed
(Cape Town)
Financial Manager: I Cilliers, BCom (Pret) BComp (Hons) CTA (South Africa),
CA (SA) (PAAB)
Finance Officer: F Oeja, Dip Fin Acc (Varsity College)
Finance Officer: D Delpaul, Nat Dipl (Internal Auditing), (Cape Peninsula
UT)
Information & Communications Officer: R Pointer, BJourn (Rhodes)
Senior Administrator (Events Man): T Warries, Sec.Dipl (Maurice), Pub Rel Cert (Damelin)
Senior Administrator (P/G Prog): C Henry, BCom (Western Cape)
Secretary J Lyner, BA (Wetsern Cape), Secr Dipl (Collingwood)
Office Assistant: B Mtolo, BA (Hons) (Weatern Cape)
Senior Student Assistant: N Ntloko, BA (Hons) (Western Cape)
Fair Share Division Manager T Khaile, PGD in Public Management, (Witwatersrand),
MA (Witwatersrand)
F Miso, BA, BA (Hons) (Western Cape)
L Faulmann, (Certificate) (Western Cape)
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AFRCIAN CENTRE FOR CITIZENSHIP AND DEMOCRACY
The African Centre for Citizenship & Democracy (ACCEDE) was established in 1990 to:
Research and disseminate findings on southern African issues, particularly those of a social,
economic, and political nature;
Educate South Africans in regional and international relations through appropriate academic and
Adult Education courses;
Raise public awareness of southern African questions through conferences, symposia, and
workshops.
The ACCEDE’s establishment was motivated by a concern that regional and international issues have
traditionally been held outside the domain of South Africa’s majority and that the history of domination,
conflict, and aggression, which has characterised relations between South Africa and its neighbours in the
past, requires:
The conduct of research in South Africa relevant to the construction of a peace-oriented, non-
militaristic, non-hegemonic cooperative order in southern Africa after apartheid.
An analysis of current and future problems from the point of view of promoting a new type of
regional role for a democratic South Africa.
SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT
The mission of the School of Government at the University of the Western Cape is to contribute to the
development of policies, institutions, and practices of democratic governance by means of:
the production of appropriately educated and trained elected officials and administrators;
the production of knowledge through research which will inform policy making in the spheres of
governance and administration;
the promotion of the values of democratic accountability, social equity, ethical conduct,
transparency, responsiveness and representativeness as key dimensions of the process of political
and administrative transformation in South Africa.
to broaden the School’s target groups to include a greater number of students, particularly black
students and women, who possess practical experience not only in the public service but in other
related sectors (NGOs, Unions, CBOs etc.);
to give the School’s programmes a more relevant practical orientation in addition to theoretical
and descriptive understanding and knowledge;
to introduce new forms of teaching and learning methodologies, that are innovative, interactive
and experiential in focus, and designed to stimulate critical thinking and problem solving; and
to use more varied and imaginative assessment procedures, designed to test practical skills and
competencies as well as theoretical and descriptive knowledge.
INSTITUTE FOR POVERTY, LAND AND AGRARIAN STUDIES (PLAAS)
Vision and Mission
PLAAS engages in research, training, policy development and advocacy in relation to land and agrarian
reform, rural governance and natural resource management.
PLAAS is committed to social change that empowers the poor, builds democracy, and enhances
sustainable livelihoods. Gender equity is integral to these goals.
PLAAS aims for rigour in its scholarship, excellence in its training, and effectiveness in its policy
support and advocacy. It strives to play a critical yet constructive role in processes of social, economic,
and political transformation.
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FAIR SHARE
Fair Share is a unit of the School of Government, at the University of the Western Cape. Within the
School of Government’s broad vision of fostering democratic and effective governance, Fair Share is the
unit that works primarily within communities to assist civil society organisations to participate in
municipal governance. The focus of our work is to strengthen the capacity of communities to participate
effectively in municipal planning and budgeting processes.
A meaningful participation of communities in municipal planning and budgeting processes has been a
key focus of Fair Share’s programmes since its inception. Through its two main programmes, i.e.
Certificate in Economic Development and the Local Government Partnership Programme, Fair Share has
developed various capacity building interventions for communities, community organisations, ward
committees, municipal councillors, municipal officials and a broad range of non-governmental
organisations.
Programmes
Local Economic Development (LED)
The Local Economic Development Programme is line with the mission of the School of Government and
in particular that of Fair Share which is aimed at strengthening the capacity of community leaders to play
a meaningful role in local governance. It is presented as a qualification as well as separate stand alone
course. The programme is at National Qualification Framework Level 5.
Certificate in Economic development (CED)
The CED is an accredited programme offered at National Qualifications Framework Level 5. It was
designed to meet the demand for street economists who are able to assist their organizations and
communities to participate in economic development processes of their communities.
The CED strives to, in a focused and in-depth programme delivered over a period of one year. It utilizes
contracted experienced facilitators from and outside Fair Share. The CED is offered through both an on-
site learning as well as a distance education model utilizing adult education principles and methods. A
central aspect of the delivery is that participants are required to apply their learning in their community
and organisational contexts.
Participants are recruited from the Limpopo, KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, Western and North West
provinces. Most of our participants are from community-based organizations, non-governmental
organizations and from municipalities. To date, since 2003 177 students have participated in the CED.
Research and Publications
To ensure that our work is constantly responding to the changing needs in the various contexts where we
work, on-going research is critical. The research agenda is thus shaped by the needs emerging from the
various programmes and projects. Accordingly, publications are regularly produced to inform and
educate ourselves and community organizations on matters of local government and broad range of social
and economic development issues.
Our main publication is Partnership in Action. This publication is used for among other things to share
with our partners and communities the valuable insights and lessons we made from working with
communities. It is produced quarterly and highlights our collective reflection of our work.
Advanced Diploma in Public Administration
The ADPA is a South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) accredited qualification at National
Qualifications Framework (NQF) level 6.
The ADPA is aimed at those already working in government, municipalities and development
organisations in South Africa and other developing countries. It is targeted in particular at those who
aspire to advance to senior positions within govwernment, municipalities and development sectors.
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THE ENTREPRENEURSHIP DEVELOPMENT UNIT (EDU)
The Entrepreneurship Development Unit is located in the School of Business and Finance (SBF) at the
University of the Western Cape.
The mission of the Entrepreneurship Development Unit is to promote enterprise development focusing
on the SME sector, including building the capacity of existing businesses to take advantage of linkage
opportunities within the local economy. Furthermore, through the provision of specific training and
counselling support/consulting services, its goal is to equip entrepreneurs (both students and SME
owners) to be able to manage more effectively and efficiently. The Unit seeks to work in partnership with
organizations strategically placed to promote economic growth and development within the South
African context.
The specific aims are:
to coordinate research, training and consulting which focuses on the SME (small, medium
enterprises) sector
to coordinate and grow a practical project for final year undergraduate students of the School
of Business and Finance (SBF) which gives them the opportunity to earn credits by
completing a project for a large firm or providing a business consultancy service to a small or
micro enterprise
to partner the School of Business and Finance (SBF) in developing and teaching a specialized
Enterprise Development stream in its honours programme. This stream will provide the
training required by SME entrepreneurs to enable them to professionalize, develop and grow
their operations, and by graduates keen to work with NGOs, financial institutions, etc. in
providing management, financial, consultancy and other support to the SME sector
to provide consultancy services and develop sustainable relationships with the business
community
to develop and present short courses to address particular business/ organizational
requirements and
to develop, coordinate and teach a range of certificated courses and Management
Development Programmes, either as stand-alone programmes or in conjunction with other
units in the Faculty.
EMS STUDENT SUPPORT AND RESEARCH UNIT (ESSRU)
In an attempt to improve student throughput, the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences (EMS)
started a Student Tracking Pilot Project in August 2006. The primary aim was to explore methodologies
to improve academic performance as well as putting a structure in place that will assist struggling
students to cope with their academic work during their first year of study. This resulted in the founding of
the EMS Student Support and Research Unit (ESSRU).
The ESSRU’s One by One (ObO) Support Programme encompasses the overarching operational
structure. They serve first year students through regular newsletters, news flashes, brochures, life skills
workshops and a Face book page. One of their core values is to establish relationships and partnerships
with those departments and units on campus that can assist them to proactively serve the students to the
best of their ability.
The ESSRU Voluntary Tutoring programme called “Pay-it-forward” is a student-led programme that
started as a project in 2007. Up to twenty students have over the past three years signed up as volunteers
each year. They assist students with the quantitative modules offered in the B Com Four Year
Programme. The ESSRU also empower tutors with skills like goal-setting, teamwork and how to present
effectively.
For more information please refer to the faculty’s website.
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RULES FOR PROGRAMMES
BACHELOR OF ADMINISTRATION DEGREE - (BAdmin) (1011) (3yrs-f/time)
D.1 ADMISSION
Unless Senate decides otherwise, candidates will be required to meet the following criteria to be enrolled
for the degree: Bachelor of Administration
D.1.1 Admission requirements for applicants who matriculated from 2008
(a) The National Senior Certificate for Bachelor’s Degree study with 4 designated subjects at a
rating of 4, plus a score of no less than 30 points calculated according to the University’s
approved points system, as well as the following specific subject requirements:
Level 4 (50-59%) in English (home or 1st additional language).
Level 3 (40-49%) in Another language (home or 1st additional language)
Level 3 (40-49%) in Mathematics or
Level 5 (60-69%) in Mathematics Literacy
(b) Students will be required to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT).
OR
(c) A qualification or level of competence which the Senate of the University has deemed to be
equivalent to the requirements stipulated in (a) and (b) above.
D.1.2 Admission requirements for applicants who matriculated before 2008
(a) No person shall be admitted as a candidate for the BAdmin degree unless he/she has obtained
the Matriculation Certificate or an Exemption certificate thereof with an aggregate of at least a
D (50%).
(b) Students will be required to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT). Please visit the
website: www.nbt.ac.za for further information.
OR
(c) A qualification or level of competence which the Senate of the University has deemed to be
equivalent to the requirements stipulated in (a) and (b) above.
D. 2 SELECTION
As only a limited number of students can be admitted to the programme, applicants will be subject to a
selection procedure.
D.3 DURATION
Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration of the programme shall extend over three years of full-time
study.
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D.4 CURRICULUM
D.4.1 Level 1
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Compulsory
Group 1
Political Studies 131 POL131 15
Public Administration 131 PUA131 15
South African Politics and Government 132 GOV132 15
Academic Literacy for Commerce 131 ALC131 15
Information Systems 132 IFS132 15
Group 2 (select 1 module)
Quantitative Literacy for Commerce 141 QLC141 15
Quantitative Skills for Comm. 131 QSC131 15
Electives (select 2 modules to the value of 30 credits)
Financial Accounting 143 FIA143 15
Business Statistics 132 BUS132 15
Economics 134 ECO134 15
Industrial Psychology 132 IPS132 15
Management 132 MAN132 15
Statistics 142 STA142 15
Sub-total 120
D.4.2 Level 2
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Compulsory
Political Studies 211 POL211 10
Political Studies 221 POL221 10
Political Studies 213 POL213 10
Political Studies 224 POL224 10
Public Administration 211 PUA211 10
Public Administration 212 PUA212 10
Public Administration 221 PUA221 10
Public Administration 222 PUA222 10
Electives (select 1 group)
Group 1
Economics 231 ECO231 10
Economics 232 ECO232 10
Economics 233 ECO233 10
Economics 234 ECO234 10
Group 2
Industrial Psychology 231 IPS231 10
Industrial Psychology 232 IPS232 10
Industrial Psychology 233 IPS233 10
Industrial Psychology 234 IPS234 10
Group 3
Information Systems 231 IFS231 20
Information Systems 233 IFS233 20
Group 4 (Management)
Management 231 MAN231 10
Management 233 MAN233 10
Management 234 MAN234 10
Management 235 MAN235 10
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Group 5 (SME Management)
Management 201 MAN201 10
Management 206 MAN206 10
Management 231 MAN231 10
Management 233 MAN233 10
Sub-total 120
D.4.3 Level 3
Option 1 (select both groups)
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Group 1
Political Studies 311 POL311 15
Political Studies 312 POL312 15
Political Studies 321 POL321 15
Political Studies 322 POL322 15
Group 2
Public Administration 311 PUA311 15
Public Administration 313 PUA313 15
Public Administration 321 PUA321 15
Public Administration 323 PUA323 15
Option 2 (select 1 group from option 1 and one group from option 2)
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Group 1 (if not selected in option 1)
Political Studies 311 POL311 15
Political Studies 312 POL312 15
Political Studies 321 POL321 15
Political Studies 322 POL322 15
Group 2 (if not selected in option 1)
Public Administration 311 PUA311 15
Public Administration 313 PUA313 15
Public Administration 321 PUA321 15
Public Administration 323 PUA323 15
Group 3
Compulsory
Economics 331 ECO331 15
Economics 332 ECO332 15
Electives (select 2 modules)
Economics 301 ECO301 15
Economics 311 ECO311 15
Economics 334 ECO334 15
Economics 335 ECO335 15
Economics 336 ECO336 15
Group 4
Industrial Psychology 331 IPS331 15
Industrial Psychology 333 IPS333 15
Industrial Psychology 335 IPS335 15
Industrial Psychology 337 IPS337 15
Group 5
Information Systems 361 IFS361 30
Information Systems 362 IFS362 30
Group 6
Management 304 MAN304 15
Management 314 MAN314 15
Management 305 MAN305 15
Management 312 MAN312 15
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Group 7
Management 304 MAN304 15
Management 314 MAN314 15
Management 303 MAN303 15
Management 306 MAN306 15
Group 8
Management 304 MAN304 15
Management 314 MAN314 15
Management 305 MAN305 15
Management 325 MAN325 15
Group 9 (SME Management – for BAdmin, and non-EMS students)
Management 314 MAN314 15
Management 325 MAN325 15
Management 333 MAN333 15
Management 339 MAN339 15
Sub-total 120
TOTAL 360
D.5 ASSESSMENT
Assessment is governed by Rule A.5 as stipulated in the University Calendar: General Information Part 1
D.6 PROMOTION RULES
Unless Senate decides otherwise and subject to rule A.3.2.3 or otherwise provided in Faculty rules:
D.6.1 Level 1
D.6.1.1 A student is required to pass at least 30 credits (to proceed) in the 1st year of registration and
90 credits per annum thereafter to be promoted.
D.6.1.2 After one year of study, a student must have passed Academic Literacy for Commerce
(ALC131/132) and Quantitative Literacy for Commerce (QLC141/142) or Quantitative
Skills for Commerce (QSC131/132).
D.6.1.3 A student shall be promoted to the 2nd year of study on obtaining at least 90 credits.
D.6.1.4 After two years of study a student must have passed all 1st year level modules (120 credits) in
order to promote.
D.6.2 Level 2
D.6.2.1 A student shall be promoted to the 3rd year of study on obtaining at least 210 credits.
D.6.2.2 After three years of study a student must have passed all 2nd year level modules in order to
promote.
D.6.3 Level 3
D.6.3.1 A student shall complete the degree once 360 credits are obtained and all the requirements for
the degree are met.
D.6.3.2 Final promotions are done according to the rules applicable to the degree at the date of first
enrolment, provided that the student continues to promote.
D.6.3.3 The latest rules applicable to the degree will be applied (the following year) when further
admission was refused or when a student has interrupted his/her studies.
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D.7 ADVANCE REGISTRATION
D.7.1 A student who has not promoted to the 2nd year of study shall not be allowed to register for
more than 100 credits for the year, including all the outstanding 1st year credits, provided all
the prerequisites and co-requisites are met.
D.7.2 A student who has not promoted to the 3rd year of study shall not be allowed to register for
more than 100 credits for the year, including all the outstanding 1st year credits, provided all
the prerequisites and co-requisites are met.
D.8 RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION
The renewal of registration will be governed by Rule A.3.2.3, as stipulated in the University Calendar:
General Information Part 1 or otherwise provided in Faculty rules:
D.9 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PROGRAMME
D.9.1 No full-time student shall be allowed to enrol for more than 135 credits in any year of study;
D.9.2 The total credit value may only exceed 360 with the permission of Senate;
D.9.3 No student shall be allowed in any year of study to enrol for any combination of modules in
which there are class and examination timetable clashes.
D.9.4 Transferring to BCom Degree
The following requirements are compulsory for students wishing to change from the BAdmin to the
BCom Degree:
D.9.4.1 A pass in 75 of the 90 compulsory BAdmin 1st year credits
D.9.4.2 Passed at least 105 credits in the first year of enrolment full-time or in two years part-time
enrolment
D.9.4.3 To register for Business Statistics 132 AND all remaining BCom modules in consultation with the curriculum advisor.
D.9.5 Major Subjects
Unless the Senate determines otherwise:
D.9.5.1 Each curriculum shall have a minimum of 60 third year level credits in Public Administration
or Political Studies and
D.9.5.2 A minimum of 60 third year level credits from one of the following:
Industrial Psychology
Economics
Political Studies and/or Public Administration
Management or SME Management
Information Systems
D.9.5.3 Each curriculum must include at least two second year majors and one other second year level
subject.
D.9.6 No student shall be allowed to enrol for a module if this contravenes departmental prerequisite
rules.
D.9.7 To register for Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC 131/132) or Business Statistics
(BUS131/132) a pass in one of the following is required:
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Level 4 (50-59%) in Mathematics or
HG (40%) in Mathematics or
SG (50%) in Mathematics
D.9.8 To register for Economics (ECO133/134) a pass in QSC is required
D.9.9 ECO331, ECO332 and ECO311 are required for entry into Honours in Economics
D.9.10 If a particular module (providing it is not a compulsory module) has less than 15 students registered at the start of the academic year, the department has the authority to cancel that module.
D.9.11 Students do not require a pass in Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC131/132) or Mathematics (MA126) to register for MAN231, 233, 201, and 206.
D.9.12 SME Management is recommended for students planning on working for government agencies in advising or supporting SME’s.
D.9.13 Students registering for SME Management require 60% average for MAN201, 206, 231 and 233 at the first attempt to major in Management at 3
rd year level.
D.9.14 Students who do not get 60% may register for SME Management at 3rd
year level but may not be able to continue to Honours level in Management.
BACHELOR OF ADMINISTRATION DEGREE - (BAdmin) (1018) (4yrs-p/time)
D.10 ADMISSION
Unless Senate decides otherwise, candidates will be required to meet the following criteria to be enrolled
for the degree: Bachelor of Administration
D.10.1 Admission requirements for applicants who matriculated from 2008
(a) The National Senior Certificate for Bachelor’s Degree study with 4 designated subjects at a
rating of 4, plus a score of no less than 30 points calculated according to the University’s
approved points system, as well as the following specific subject requirements:
Level 4 (50-59%) in English (home or 1st additional language).
Level 3 (40-49%) in Another language (home or 1st additional language)
Level 3 (40-49%) in Mathematics or
Level 5 (60-69%) in Mathematics Literacy
(b) Students will be required to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT).
OR
(c) A qualification or level of competence which the Senate of the University has deemed to be
equivalent to the requirements stipulated in (a) and (b) above.
D.10.2 Admission requirements for applicants who matriculated before 2008
(a) No person shall be admitted as a candidate for the BAdmin degree unless he/she has obtained
the Matriculation Certificate or an Exemption certificate thereof with an aggregate of at least a
D (50%).
(b) Students will be required to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT). Please visit the
website: www.nbt.ac.za for further information.
OR
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(c) A qualification or level of competence which the Senate of the University has deemed to be
equivalent to the requirements stipulated in (a) and (b) above.
D.11 SELECTION
As only a limited number of students can be admitted to the programme, applicants will be subject to a
selection procedure.
D.12 DURATION
Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration of the programme shall extend over four years of part-time
study.
D.13 CURRICULUM
D.13.1 Level 1
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Compulsory
Group 1
Academic Literacy for Commerce (ALC) 131 ALC131 15
Information Systems 132 IFS132 15
Group 2 (select 1 module)
Quantitative Literacy for Commerce 141 QLC141 15
Quantitative Skills for Commerce 131(Maths Level 4 required) QSC131 15
Group 3 (select 1 module)
Management 132 MAN132 15
Industrial Psychology 132 IPS132 15
Sub-total 60
D.13.2 Level 2
Module Name
Compulsory
Group 1
Political Studies 131 POL131 15
Public Administration 131 PUA131 15
South African Politics and Government 132 GOV132 15
Group 2 (select 1 module previously not selected)
Financial Accounting 141 FIA141 15
Economics 133 ECO133 15
Industrial Psychology 132 IPS132 15
Management 132 MAN132 15
Group 3 (select 1 module)
Business Statistics 131 BUS131 15
Statistics 141 STA141 15
Sub-total 75
D.13.3 Level 3
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Compulsory
Political Studies 211 POL211 10
Political Studies 221 POL221 10
Political Studies 213 POL213 10
Political Studies 224 POL224 10
Public Administration 211 PUA211 10
Public Administration 212 PUA212 10
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Public Administration 221 PUA221 10
Public Administration 222 PUA222 10
Electives (select 1 group)
Group 1
Economics 231 ECO231 10
Economics 232 ECO232 10
Economics 233 ECO233 10
Economics 234 ECO234 10
Group 2
Industrial Psychology 231 IPS231 10
Industrial Psychology 232 IPS232 10
Industrial Psychology 233 IPS233 10
Industrial Psychology 234 IPS234 10
Group 3
Information Systems 231 IFS 231 20
Information Systems 233 IFS233 20
Group 4
Management 231 MAN231 10
Management 233 MAN233 10
Management 234 MAN234 10
Management 235 MAN235 10
Sub-total 120
D.13.4 Level4
Option 1 (select both groups)
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Group 1
Political Studies 311 POL311 15
Political Studies 312 POL312 15
Political Studies 321 POL321 15
Political Studies 322 POL322 15
Group 2
Public Administration 311 PUA311 15
Public Administration 313 PUA313 15
Public Administration 321 PUA321 15
Public Administration 323 PUA323 15
Option 2 (select 1 group from option 1 and one group from option 2)
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Group 1 (if not selected in option 1)
Political Studies 311 POL311 15
Political Studies 312 POL312 15
Political Studies 321 POL321 15
Political Studies 322 POL322 15
Group 2 (if not selected in option 1)
Public Administration 311 PUA311 15
Public Administration 313 PUA313 15
Public Administration 321 PUA321 15
Public Administration 323 PUA323 15
Group 3
Compulsory
Economics 331 ECO331 15
Economics 332 ECO332 15
Electives (select 2 modules)
Economics 335 ECO335 15
Economics 311 (compulsory for Hons in ECO) ECO311 15
Economics 336 ECO336 15
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Group 4
Industrial Psychology 331 IPS331 15
Industrial Psychology 333 IPS333 15
Industrial Psychology 335 IPS335 15
Industrial Psychology 337 IPS337 15
Group 5
Information Systems 361 IFS361 30
Information Systems 362 IFS362 30
Group 6
Management 304 MAN304 15
Management 314 MAN314 15
Management 305 MAN305 15
Management 312 MAN312 15
Group 7
Management 304 MAN304 15
Management 314 MAN314 15
Management 305 MAN305 15
Management 325 MAN325 15
Group 8
Management 304 MAN304 15
Management 314 MAN314 15
Management 324 MAN324 15
Management 325 MAN325 15
Sub-total 120
TOTAL 360
D.14 ASSESSMENT
Assessment is governed by Rule A.5 as stipulated in the University Calendar: General Information Part 1
D.15 PROMOTION RULES
Unless Senate decides otherwise and subject to rule A.3.2.3 or otherwise provided in Faculty rules:
D.15.1 A student is required to pass at least 30 credits (to proceed) in the 1st year of registration and
60 credits per annum thereafter in order to promote.
D.15.2 After two years of study, a student must have passed Academic Literacy for Commerce
(ALC131/132) and Quantitative Literacy for Commerce (QLC141/142) or Quantitative Skills
for Commerce (QSC131/132).
D.15.3 After three years of enrolment passed all 1
st year level modules.
D.15.4 After five years of enrolment passed all 2
nd year level modules.
D.15.5 A student shall be promoted to the 2nd
year of study on obtaining at least 90 credits.
D.15.6 A student shall be promoted to the 3rd
year of study on obtaining at least 210 credits.
D.15.7 A student shall complete the degree once 360 credits are obtained and all the requirements for
the degree are met.
D.15.8 Final promotions are done according to the rules applicable to the degree at the date of first
enrolment, provided that the student continues to promote.
D.15.9 The latest rules applicable to the degree will be applied when further admission was refused or when a student has interrupted his/her studies.
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D.16 ADVANCE REGISTRATION
After Hours students will be allowed to register in advance, provided they meet the prerequisites and co-
requisites of the intended modules and provided that modules are offered after-hours in a particular
academic year.
D.17 RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION
The renewal of registration will be governed by Rule A.3.2.3, as stipulated in the University Calendar:
General Information Part 1 or otherwise provided in Faculty rules:
D.18 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PROGRAMME
D.18.1 Part-time students may register for no more than 90 credits in any year or 50 more credits in a single semester.
D.18.2 Each student should register for a minimum of 60 credits per annum in order to complete in the maximum period allowed;
D.18.3 Part-time students may register for no more than 90 credits in any year or 50 more credits in a
single semester.
D.18.4 Students transferring from full-time studies are required to follow the curriculum offered during evening classes.
D.18.5 Transferring to BCom Degree
The following requirements are compulsory for students wishing to change from the BAdmin to the
BCom Degree:
D.18.5.1 A pass in 75 of the 90 compulsory BAdmin 1st year credits
D.18.5.2 Passed at least 105 credits in the first year of enrolment full-time or in two years part-time
enrolment
D.18.5.3 To register for Business Statistics 132 AND all remaining BCom modules in consultation with the curriculum advisor.
D.18.6 Major Subjects
Unless the Senate determines otherwise:
D.18.6.1 Each curriculum shall have a minimum of 60 third year level credits in Public Administration
or Political Studies and
D.18.6.2 A minimum of 60 third year level credits from one of the following:
Industrial Psychology
Economics
Political Studies and/or Public Administration
Management
Information Systems
D.18.6.3 Each curriculum must include at least two second year majors and one other second year level
subject.
D.18.7 No student shall be allowed to enrol for a module if this contravenes departmental prerequisite
rules.
D.18.8 To register for Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC) 131/132 or Business Statistics a pass
in one of the following is required:
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Level 4 (50-59%) in Mathematics or
HG (40%) in Mathematics or
SG (50%) in Mathematics
D.18.9 To register for Economics (ECO133/134) a pass in Quantitative Skills for Commerce
(QSC131/132) is required
D.18.10 ECO331, ECO332 and ECO311 are required for entry into Honours in Economics
D.18.11 If a particular module (providing it is not a compulsory module) has less than 15 students registered at the start of the academic year, the department has the authority to cancel that module.
D.18.12 Students do not require a pass in Quantitative Skills for Commerce or Mathematics to register for MAN231, MAN233, MAN201, and MAN206.
D.18.13 SME Management is recommended for students planning on working for government agencies in advising or supporting SME’s.
D.18.14 Students registering for SME Management require 60% average for MAN201, MAN206, MAN231 and MAN233 at the first attempt to major in Management at 3
rd year level.
D.18.15 Students who do not get 60% may register for SME Management at 3rd
year level but may not be able to continue to Honours level in Management.
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE DEGREE - (BCom) (1008) (3 yrs- f/time)
D.19 ADMISSION
Unless Senate decides otherwise, candidates will be required to meet the following criteria to be enrolled
for the degree: Bachelor of Commerce
D.19.1 Admission requirements for applicants who matriculated from 2008
(a) The National Senior Certificate for Bachelor’s Degree study with 4 designated subjects at a
rating of 4, plus a score of no less than 30 points calculated according to the University’s
approved points system, as well as the following specific subject requirements:
Level 4 (50-59%) in English (home or 1st additional language).
Level 3 (40-49%) in Another language (home or 1st additional language)
Level 4 (50-59%) in Mathematics
(b) Students will be required to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT)
OR
(c) A qualification or level of competence which the Senate of the University has deemed to be
equivalent to the requirements stipulated in (a) and (b) above.
D.19.2 Admission requirements for applicants who matriculated before 2008
(a) Candidates must have obtained a Matriculation Certificate or an exemption certificate thereof
or an equivalent qualification with an aggregate of at least a C (60%) with the following
subject requirements:
HG (40%, E symbol) Mathematics or
SG (60%, C symbol) Mathematics and
(b) Students will be required to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT)
OR
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(c) A qualification or level of competence which the Senate of the University has deemed to be
equivalent to the requirements stipulated in (a) and (b) above.
D.20 SELECTION
As only a limited number of students can be admitted to the programme, applicants will be subject to a
selection procedure.
D.21 DURATION
Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration of the programme shall extend over three years of full-time
study.
D.22 CURRICULUM
D.22.1 Level 1
D.22.2 Level 2
Compulsory - (Select 3 groups to the value of 40 credits each) Alpha Code Cred
Group 1
Financial Accounting 241 FIA241 20
Financial Accounting 242 FIA242 20
Group 2
Economics 231 ECO231 10
Economics 232 ECO232 10
Economics 234 ECO234 10
Econometrics 211 ECO211 10
Group 3
Internal Auditing 241 AUD241 10
Internal Auditing 242 AUD242 10
Management Accounting 241 MAC241 10
Financial Management 242 FIM242 10
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Compulsory
Group 1 (select all modules)
Academic Literacy for Commerce (ALC) 131 ALC131 15
Business Statistics 132 BUS132 15
Financial Accounting 141 FIA141 15
Information Systems 131 IFS131 15
Management 131 MAN131 15
Group 2 (select 1 sub-group)
Group 2.1
Economics 134 ECO134 15
Group 2.2 (select both modules)
Macro Economics 141 ECO141 10
Micro Economics 142 ECO142 10
Group 3 (select 1 module)
Quantitative Skills for Commerce 131 QSC131 15 Mathematics 126 (EMS) MAM126 10 Electives (select 1 module) Students who choose MAM126 and FIA142 are required to choose 2 electives)
Industrial Psychology 132 IPS132 15 Financial Accounting 142 FIA142 10 Mercantile Law 102 MER102 15
Statistics 121 (only for students wishing to major in Statistics) STA121 15
Sub-total 115-130
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Group 4
Industrial Psychology 231 IPS231 10
Industrial Psychology 232 IPS232 10
Industrial Psychology 233 IPS233 10
Industrial Psychology 234 IPS234 10
Group 5
Information Systems 231 IFS231 20
Information Systems 233 IFS233 20
Group 6
Management 231 MAN231 10
Management 233 MAN233 10
Management 234 MAN234 10
Management 235 MAN235 10
Group 7
Statistics 211 STA211 20
Statistics 221 STA221 20
Group 8 (select 1 sub-group)
Group 8.1
Mercantile Law 221 MCR221 10
Business Ethics 242 BET242 10
Company Law 211 CPL211 10
Taxation 242 TAX242 10
Group 8.2
Business Analysis201 BSA201 10
Business Analysis203 BSA203 10
Business Analysis 204 BSA204 10
Business Analysis 202 BSA202 10
Sub-total 120
D.22.3 Level 3
Module Name - Select 2 groups (majors) (2 X 60 = 120) Alpha Code Cred
Group 1
Compulsory
Economics 331 ECO331 15
Economics 332 ECO332 15
Electives (select 1 sub-group)
Group1.1
Economics 311 ECO311 15
Economics 335 ECO335 15
Group 1.2
Economics 334 ECO334 15
Economics 336 ECO336 15
Group 2 (Finance)
Management 307 MAN307 15
Management 308 MAN308 15
Management 305 MAN305 15
Management 312 MAN312 15
Group 3
Financial Accounting 341 FIA341 30
Financial Accounting 342 FIA342 30
Group 4
Industrial Psychology 331 IPS331 15
Industrial Psychology 333 IPS333 15
Industrial Psychology 335 IPS335 15
Industrial Psychology 337 IPS337 15
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Group 5 (Management)
Management 314 MAN314 15
Management 304 MAN304 15
Management 306 MAN306 15
Management 303 MAN303 15
Group 6 (Finance)
Compulsory
Management 314 MAN314 15
Management 304 MAN304 15
Management 305 MAN305 15
Electives (Select 1 module)
Management 312 MAN312 15
Management 325 MAN325 15
Group 7 (Select 2 modules)
Statistics 331 STA331 30
Statistics 332 STA332 30
Statistics 333 STA333 30
Group 8
Information Systems 361 IFS361 30
Information Systems 362 IFS362 30
Group 9
Management Accounting 341 MAC341 15
Financial Management 342 FIM342 15
Taxation 343 TAX343 30
Sub-total 120
Total 355-370
D.23 ASSESSMENT
Assessment is governed by Rule A.5 as stipulated in the University Calendar: General Information Part 1
D.24 PROMOTION RULES
Unless Senate decides otherwise and subject to rule A.3.2.3 or otherwise provided in Faculty rules.
D.24.1 Level 1
D.24.1.1 A student is required to pass at least 30 credits in the 1st year of registration and 90 credits per
annum thereafter (students are alerted that the cumulative credits are valid and that the 90
credits per annum are a guide for guaranteed promotion).
D.24.1.2 After one year of study, a student must have passed Academic Literacy for Commerce
(ALC131/132) and Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC131/132).
D.24.1.3 A student shall be promoted to the 2nd year of study on obtaining at least 90 credits.
D.24.1.4 After two years of study a student must have passed all 1st year level modules in order to
promote.
D.24.2 Level 2
D.24.2.1 A student shall be promoted to the 3rd year of study on obtaining at least 210 credits.
D.24.2.2 After three years of study a student must have passed all 2nd year level modules in order to
promote.
D.24.3 Level 3
D.24.3.1 A student shall complete the degree once 360 credits are obtained and all the requirements for
the degree are met.
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D.24.3.2 Final promotions are done according to the rules applicable to the degree at the date of first
enrolment, provided that the student continues to promote.
D.24.3.3 The latest rules applicable to the degree will be applied (the following year) when further
admission was refused or when a student has interrupted his/her studies.
D.25 ADVANCE REGISTRATION
D.25.1 A student who has not promoted to the 2nd year of study shall not be allowed to register for
more than 100 credits for the year, which shall include all the outstanding 1st year credits,
provided all the prerequisites and co-requisites are met.
D.25.2 A student who has not promoted to the 3rd year of study shall not be allowed to register for
more than 100 credits for the year, which shall include all the outstanding 1st and 2nd year
credits, provided all the prerequisites and co-requisites are met.
D.26 RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION
The renewal of registration will be governed by the Rule A.3.2.3, as stipulated in the University
Calendar: General Information Part 1 or otherwise provided in faculty rules.
D.27 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PROGRAMME
D.27.1 No full-time student shall be allowed to enrol for more than 135 credits in any year of study;.
D.27.2 The total credit value may only exceed 360 with the permission of Senate;
D.27.3 No student shall be allowed in any year of study to enrol for any combination of modules in
which there are class and examination timetable clashes.
D.27.4 Only students with Level 5 or HG (60%-C symbol) or SG (80%- A symbol) in mathematics
may register for Mathematics (MAM126).
D.27.5 Students who fail Academic Literacy for Commerce (ALC131) and/or Quantitative Skills for
Commerce (QSC132) or Mathematics (MAM126) in the 1st semester must repeat and pass
Academic Literacy for Commerce (ALC132) and/or Quantitative Skills for Commerce
(QSC132) in the 2nd
semester of 1st year to qualify for re-admission to 2
nd year.
D.27.6 No student shall be allowed to enrol for a module if this contravenes departmental prerequisite
rules.
D.27.7 To register for Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC131/132) or Business Statistics
(BUS131/132) a pass in one of the following is required:
Level 4 (50-59%) in Mathematics or
HG (40%) in Mathematics or
SG (50%) in Mathematics
D.27.8 To register for Economics (ECO133/134) a pass in Quantitative Skills for Commerce
(QSC131/132) is required
D.27.9 ECO331, ECO332 and ECO311 are required for entry into Honours in Economics
D.27.10 If a particular module (providing it is not a compulsory module) has less than 15 students
registered at the start of the academic year, the department has the authority to cancel that module.
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BACHELOR OF COMMERCE DEGREE - (BCom) (1101) (4yrs-p/time)
D.28 ADMISSION
Unless Senate decides otherwise, candidates will be required to meet the following criteria to be enrolled
for the degree: Bachelor of Commerce
D.28.1 Admission requirements for applicants who matriculated from 2008
(a) The National Senior Certificate for Bachelor’s Degree study with 4 designated subjects at a
rating of 4, plus a score of no less than 30 points calculated according to the University’s
approved points system, as well as the following specific subject requirements:
Level 4 (50-59%) in English (home or 1st additional language).
Level 3 (40-49%) in Another language (home or 1st additional language)
Level 4 (50-59%) in Mathematics
(b) Students will be required to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT)
OR
(c) A qualification or level of competence which the Senate of the University has deemed to be
equivalent to the requirements stipulated in (a) and (b) above.
D.28.2 Admission requirements for applicants who matriculated before 2008
(a) Candidates must have obtained a Matriculation Certificate or an exemption certificate thereof
or an equivalent qualification with an aggregate of at least a C (60%) with the following
subject requirements:
HG (40%, E symbol) Mathematics or
SG (50%, D symbol) Mathematics and
(b) Students will be required to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT) .
OR
(c) A qualification or level of competence which the Senate of the University has deemed to be
equivalent to the requirements stipulated in (a) and (b) above.
D.29 SELECTION
As only a limited number of students can be admitted to the programme, applicants will be subject to a
selection procedure.
D.30 DURATION
Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration of the programme shall extend over four years of part-time
study.
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D.31 CURRICULUM
D.31.1 Level 1
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Compulsory
Academic Literacy for Commerce (ALC) 131 ALC131 15
Information Systems 132 IFS132 15
Quantitative Skills for Commerce 131 QSC131 15
Management 132 MAN132 15
Sub-total 60
D.31.2 Level 2
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Compulsory
Financial Accounting 141 FIA141 15
Business Statistics 131 BUS131 15
Economics 133 ECO133 15
Electives (select 1 module)
Industrial Psychology 132 IPS132 15
Financial Accounting 142 (offered every alternate year from 2014) FIA142 10
Sub-total 60
D.31.3 Level 3
Module Name (select 3 groups to the value of 40 credits each) Alpha Code Cred
Group 1 (offered every alternate year from 2015)
Financial Accounting 241 FIA241 20
Financial Accounting 242 FIA242 20
Group 2
Economics 231 ECO231 10
Economics 232 ECO232 10
Economics 233 ECO233 10
Economics 234 ECO234 10
Group 3
Industrial Psychology 231 IPS231 10
Industrial Psychology 232 IPS232 10
Industrial Psychology 233 IPS233 10
Industrial Psychology 234 IPS234 10
Group 4
Management 231 MAN231 10
Management 233 MAN233 10
Management 234 MAN234 10
Management 235 MAN235 10
Group 5
Information Systems 231 IFS231 20
Information Systems 233 IFS233 20
Sub-total 120
D.31.4 Level 4
Module Name - Select 2 groups (majors) (2 X 60 = 120) Alpha Code Cred
Group 1 (See Honours requirements)
Compulsory
Economics 331 ECO331 15
Economics 332 ECO332 15
Electives (Choose 2 modules)
Economics 311 ECO311 15
Economics 336 ECO336 15
International Economics 335 ECO335 15
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Group 2
Compulsory
Management 314 MAN314 15
Management 304 MAN304 15
Electives (select 2 modules)
Management 305 MAN305 15
Management 312 MAN312 15
Management 324 MAN324 15
Management 325 MAN325 15
Group 3
Management 307 MAN307 15
Management 308 MAN308 15
Management 309 IST309 15
Management 310 IST310 15
Group 4
Industrial Psychology 331 IPS331 15
Industrial Psychology 333 IPS333 15
Industrial Psychology 335 IPS335 15
Industrial Psychology 337 IPS337 15
Group 5
Information Systems 361 IFS361 30
Information Systems 362 IFS362 30
Sub-total 120
TOTAL 360
D.32 ASSESSMENT
Assessment is governed by Rule A.5 as stipulated in the University Calendar: General Information Part 1
D.33 PROMOTION RULES
Unless Senate decides otherwise and subject to rule A.3.2.3 or otherwise provided in Faculty rules.
D.33.1 A student is required to pass at least 30 credits in the 1st year of registration and 60 credits per
annum thereafter.
D.33.2 After two years of study, a student must have passed Academic Literacy for Commerce
(ALC131/132) and Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC131/132).
D.33.3 After three years of enrolment a student must have passed all 1st year level modules.
D.33.4 After five years of enrolment a student must have passed all 2nd
year level modules.
D.33.5 A student shall be promoted to the 2nd
year of study on obtaining at least 90 credits.
D.33.6 A student shall be promoted to the 3rd
year of study on obtaining at least 210 credits.
D.33.7 A student shall complete the degree once 360 credits are obtained and all the requirements for
the degree are met.
D.33.8 Final promotions are done according to the rules applicable to the degree at the date of first enrolment, provided that the student continues to promote.
D.33.9 The latest rules applicable to the degree will be applied when further admission was refused or when a student has interrupted his/her studies.
D.34 ADVANCE REGISTRATION
Part-time students will be allowed to register in advance, provided they meet the prerequisites and co-
requisites of the intended modules, and provided that modules are offered after hours in a particular
academic year.
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D.35 RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION
The renewal of registration will be governed by the Rule A.3.2.3, as stipulated in the University
Calendar: General Information Part 1 or otherwise provided in the Faculty rules.
D.36 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PROGRAMME
D.36.1 Part-time students may register for no more than 90 credits in any year or 50 credits more in a single semester.
D.36.2 The total credit value may only exceed 360 with the permission of Senate;
D.36.3 No student shall be allowed in any year of study to enrol for any combination of modules in
which there are class and examination timetable clashes.
D.36.4 Students who fail Academic Literacy for Commerce (ALC131) and/or Quantitative Skills for
Commerce (QSC131) in the 1st semester must repeat and pass Academic Literacy for
Commerce (ALC132) and/or Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC132) to proceed with
studies.
D.36.5 No student shall be allowed to enrol for a module if this contravenes departmental prerequisite
rules.
D.36.6 To register for Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC131/132) or Business Statistics
(BUS131/132) a pass in one of the following is required:
Level 4 (50-59%) in Mathematics or
HG (40%) in Mathematics or
SG (50%) in Mathematics
D.36.7 To register for Economics (ECO133/134) a pass in Quantitative Skills for Commerce
(QSC131/132) is required.
D.36.8 ECO331, ECO332 and ECO311 are required for entry into Honours in Economics
D.36.9 If a particular module (providing it is not a compulsory module) has less than 15 students registered at the start of the academic year, the department has the authority to cancel that module.
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE DEGREE (EXTENDED CURRICULUM) – BCom (1751) (4 yrs-f/time)
D.37 ADMISSION
Unless Senate decides otherwise, candidates will be required to meet the following criteria to be enrolled
for the degree: Bachelor of Commerce
D.37.1 Admission requirements for applicants who matriculated from 2008
(a) The National Senior Certificate for Bachelor’s Degree study with 4 designated subjects at a
rating of 4, plus a score of no less than 30 points calculated according to the University’s
approved points system, as well as the following specific subject requirements:
Level 3 (40-49%) in English (home or 1st additional language).
Level 3 (40-49%) in Another language (home or 1st additional language)
Level 3 (40-49%) in Mathematics or
Level 5 (60-69%) in Mathematics Literacy
(b) Students will be required to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT)
OR
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(c) A qualification or level of competence which the Senate of the University has deemed to be
equivalent to the requirements stipulated in (a) and (b) above.
D.37.2 Admission requirements for applicants who matriculated before 2008
(a) Candidates must have obtained a Matriculation Certificate or an exemption certificate thereof
or an equivalent qualification with an aggregate of at least a D (50%) with the following
subject requirements:
HG (40%, E symbol) Mathematics or
SG (50%, D symbol) Mathematics and
(b) Students will be required to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT).
OR
(c) A qualification or level of competence which the Senate of the University has deemed to be
equivalent to the requirements stipulated in (a) and (b) above.
D.38 SELECTION
As only a limited number of students can be admitted to the programme, applicants will be subject to a
selection procedure.
D.39 DURATION
Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration of the programme shall extend over four years of full-time
study.
D.40 CURRICULUM
D.40.1 Level 1
D.40.1.1 Students who passed Mathematics (Level 3 or better)
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Compulsory
Academic Literacy for Business 131 ALB131 15
Introduction to the Economy and Business 133 IEB133 15
Quantitative Skills Foundation 131 QSF131 15
Introduction to SA Accounting 130 ACC130 15
Introduction to Information Systems 131 IFS131 15
Academic Literacy for Commerce 132 ALC132 15
Management 132 MAN132 15
Quantitative Skills for Commerce 132 QSC132 15
Sub-total 120
D.40.1.2 Students who passed Maths Literacy (Level 5 or better)
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Compulsory
Group 1
Academic Literacy for Business 131 ALB131 15
Introduction to the Economy and Business 133 IEB133 15
Quantitative Literacy for Commerce 141 QLC141 15
Quantitative Skills Foundation 132 QSF132 15
Introduction to Information Systems 131 IFS131 15
Academic Literacy for Commerce 132 ALC132 15
Management 132 MAN132 15
Industrial Psychology 132 IPS132 15
Sub-total 120
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D.40.2 Level 2
D.40.2.1 Students who passed Mathematics (Level 3 or better)
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Compulsory
Group 1
Intensive Reading and Writing IRF231 15
Analytical and Critical Thinking 1 ACF231 15
Analytical and Critical Thinking 2 ACF232 15
Financial Accounting 141 FIA141 15
Business Statistics 132 BUS132 15
Group 2 (select 1 sub-group)
Group 2.1
Economics 133 ECO133 15
Group 2.2
Economics 141 ECO141 10
Economics 142 ECO142 10
Group 3 (Select 1 module from)
Quantitative Analysis for Commerce QAC231 15
South African Politics and Government 132 GOV132 15
Group 4 (select 1 module)
Industrial Psychology 132 IPS132 15
Mathematics 126 MAM126 10
Mercantile Law 102 MER102 15
Financial Accounting 142 FIA142 10
Sub-total 120
D.40.2.2 Students who passed Maths Literacy (Level 5 or better)
D.40.3 Level 3
Module Name (select 3 groups) Alpha Code Cred
Group 1
Financial Accounting 241 FIA241 20
Financial Accounting 242 FIA242 20
Group 2
Economics 231 ECO231 10
Economics 232 ECO232 10
Economics 234 ECO234 10
Economics 233 ECO233 10
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Group 1
Intensive Reading and Writing IRF231 15
Introduction to SA Accounting 133 ACC133 15
Analytical and Critical Thinking 1 ACF231 15
Quantitative Skills for Commerce 131 QSC131 15
Financial Accounting 143 FIA143 15
Economics 134 ECO134 15
Business Statistics 132 BUS132 15
Group 2 (select 1 module)
Quantitative Analysis for Commerce 231 QAC231 15
South African Politics and Government 132 GOV132 15
Analytical and Critical Thinking ACF232 15
Sub-total 120
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Group 3
Internal Auditing 241 AUD241 10
Internal Auditing 242 AUD242 10
Management Accounting 241 MAC241 10
Financial Management 242 FIM242 10
Group 4
Industrial Psychology 231 IPS231 10
Industrial Psychology 232 IPS232 10
Industrial Psychology 233 IPS233 10
Industrial Psychology 234 IPS234 10
Group 5
Information Systems 231 IFS231 20
Information Systems 233 IFS233 20
Group 6
Compulsory
Management 231 MAN231 10
Management 233 MAN233 10
Electives (select 1 sub group)
Group 6.1 (Management)
Management 234 MAN234 10
Management 235 MAN235 10
Group 6.2 (SME Management)
Management 201 MAN201 10
Management 206 MAN206 10
Group 7
Statistics 211 STA211 20
Statistics 221 STA221 20
Group 8
Mercantile Law 221 MCR221 10
Business Ethics 242 BET242 10
Company Law 211 CPL211 10
Taxation 242 TAX242 10
Sub-total 120
D.40.4 Level 4
Option A – Select 2 groups (majors) (2 X 60 = 120)
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Group 1
Compulsory
Economics 331 ECO331 15
Economics 332 ECO332 15
Electives (select 1 of 2 sub-groups)
Group 1.1
Economics 311 ECO311 15
International Economics 335 ECO335 15
Group 1.2
Economics 336 ECO336 15
Economics 334 ECO334 15
Group 2
Management 307 MAN307 15
Management 308 MAN308 15
Management 305 MAN305 15
Management 312 MAN312 15
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Group 3 Financial Accounting 341 FIA341 30 Financial Accounting 342 FIA342 30 Group 4 Industrial Psychology 331 IPS331 15 Industrial Psychology 333 IPS333 15 Industrial Psychology 335 IPS335 15 Industrial Psychology 337 IPS337 15 Group 5 Management 314 MAN314 15 Management 304 MAN304 15 Management 306 MAN306 15 Management 303 MAN303 15 Group 6 Management 314 MAN314 15 Management 304 MAN304 15 Management 305 MAN305 15 Electives (Select 1 module) Management 312 MAN312 15 Management 325 MAN325 15 Group 7 (select 2 modules) Statistics 331 STA331 30 Statistics 332 STA332 30 Statistics 333 (optional) STA333 30 Group 8 Information Systems 361 IFS361 30 Information Systems 362 IFS362 30 Group 9 Management Accounting 341 MAC341 15 Financial Management 342 FIM342 15 Taxation 343 TAX343 30
Sub-total 120
TOTAL 480
D.41 ASSESSMENT
Assessment is governed by Rule A.5 as stipulated in the University Calendar: General Information Part 1
D.42 PROMOTION RULES
Unless Senate decides otherwise and subject to rule A.3.2.3 or otherwise provided in the Faculty rules.
D.42.1 A student is required to pass at least 60 credits in the 1st year of registration and 90 credits per
annum thereafter.
D.42.2 After one year of study, a student must have passed Academic Literacy for Business
(ALB131/132) and Quantitative Literacy for Commerce (QLC141/1420 or Quantitative Skills
Foundation (QSF131/132)
D.42.3 A student shall be promoted to the 2nd
year of study on obtaining at least 90 credits including
Academic Literacy for Business (ALB131/132) and Quantitative Literacy for Commerce
(QLC141/142) or Quantitative Skills Foundation (QSF131/132).
D.42.4 A student shall be promoted to the 3rd
year of study on obtaining at least 210 credits.
D.42.5 A student shall be promoted to the final year of study on obtaining at least 330 credits.
D.42.6 A student shall complete the degree once 480 credits are obtained and all the requirements for
the degree are met.
D.42.7 Final promotions are done according to the rules applicable to the degree at the date of first
enrolment, provided that the student continues to promote.
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D.42.8 The latest rules applicable to the degree will be applied (the following year) when further
admission was refused or when a student has interrupted his/her studies.
D.42.9 After 2 years of study a student must have passed all 1st year level modules
D.42.10 After 3 years of study a student must have passed all 2nd year level modules
D.42.11 After 5 years of study a student must have passed all 3rd year level modules
D.43 ADVANCE REGISTRATION
D.43.1 A student who has not promoted to the 2nd
year of study shall not be allowed to register for
more than 100 credits for the year, which shall include all the outstanding 1st year credits,
provided all the prerequisites and co-requisites are met.
D.43.2 A student who has not promoted to the 3rd
year of study shall not be allowed to register for
more than 100 credits for the year, which shall include all the outstanding 1st year credits,
provided all the prerequisites and co-requisites are met.
D.43.3 A student who has not promoted to the 4th
year of study shall not be allowed to register for
more than 100 credits for the year, including all the outstanding 1st year credits, provided all
the prerequisites and co-requisites are met.
D.44 RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION
The renewal of registration will be governed by the Rule A.3.2.3, as stipulated in the University
Calendar: General Information Part 1 or otherwise provided in the Faculty rules.
D.45 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PROGRAMME
D.45.1 Students who passed the pre-enrolment exam for Quantitative Skills Foundation (QSF) before
the start of the academic year will enrol for Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC131) and
Business Statistics (BUS132). No module needs to be taken in place of QSF131.
D.45.2 Students who failed Quantitative Skills Foundation (QSF131) and/or Academic Literacy for
Business (ALB131) must register for and pass Quantitative Skills Foundation (QSF132) and
Academic Literacy for Business (ALB132) in the 2nd
semester to qualify for re-admission for
a 2nd
year of enrolment.
D.45.3 Students must have passed all 1st year level modules by the end of the 2
nd year to qualify for
readmission for the 3rd
year of enrolment.
D.45.4 Students who passed the pre-enrolment exam for Quantitative Literacy Skills (QLC) before
the start of the academic year will follow the curriculum under D.23.1.1
D.45.5 Students who passed Quantitative Literacy for Commerce (QLC141) (at first attempt) with a
final mark of at least 70% need not enrol for QSF131/132 and should register for Introduction
to SA Accounting (ACC130) and Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC132) in the 2nd
semester. If such student passes Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC132) at the first
attempt, s/he shall follow the curriculum under D.23.2.1 in the 2nd
year of enrolment.
Students are advised that it in their best interest to register for Quantitative Skills Foundation
(QSF) thereby setting a better foundation for Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC).
D.45.6 Students who failed Quantitative Literacy for Commerce (QLC141) and/or Academic
Literacy for Business (ALB131) must register for and pass Quantitative Literacy for
Commerce (QLC132) and/or Academic Literacy for Business (ALB132) in the 2nd
semester to
qualify for readmission for the 2nd
year of enrolment.
B.45.7 Students who fail (Introduction to the Economy and Business (IEB133) or Intensive Reading
and Writing (IRF231) and Analytical and Critical Thinking (ACF231) must repeat these
modules in the following semester.
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D.45.8 GOV132 is required for students majoring in Political Studies or Public Administration.
D.45.9 Students must have passed all Foundation modules by the end of the 3rd
year of enrolment to
qualify for readmission.
D.45.10 Students who change from BCom (ACC) 4-year programme will be required to register for
GOV132 as an additional module to make up 15 of the 30 credits short. If such student did
not pass MAN131/132 and ECO134 then the student would have to register for IEB133 as
well.
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING) - (BCom) (Fin Acc) (1175)
D.46 ADMISSION
Unless Senate decides otherwise, candidates will be required to meet the following criteria to be enrolled
for the degree: Bachelor of Commerce (Financial Accounting)
D.46.1 Admission requirements for applicants who matriculated from 2008
(a) The National Senior Certificate for Bachelor’s Degree study with 4 designated subjects at a
rating of 4, plus a score of no less than 30 points calculated according to the University’s
approved points system, as well as the following specific subject requirements:
Level 4 (50-59%) in English (home or 1st additional language).
Level 3 (40-49%) in Another language (home or 1st additional language)
Level 4 (50-59%) in Mathematics
(b) Students will be required to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT)
OR
(c) A qualification or level of competence which the Senate of the University has deemed to be
equivalent to the requirements stipulated in (a) and (b) above.
D.46.2 Admission requirements for applicants who matriculated before 2008
(a) Candidates must have obtained a Matriculation Certificate or an exemption certificate thereof
or an equivalent qualification with an aggregate of at least a D (50%) with the following
subject requirements:
HG (40%, E symbol) Mathematics or
SG (50%, D symbol) Mathematics and
(b) Students will be required to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT).
OR
(d) A qualification or level of competence which the Senate of the University has deemed to be
equivalent to the requirements stipulated in (a) and (b) above.
D.47 SELECTION
As only a limited number of students can be admitted to the programme, applicants will be subject to a
selection procedure.
D.48 DURATION
Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration of the programme shall extend over three years Full-time
study.
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D.49 CURRICULUM
D.49.1 Level 1
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Compulsory
Financial Accounting 141 FIA141 15
Financial Accounting 142 FIA142 10
Business Statistics 132 BUS132 15
Management 131 MAN131 15
Mercantile Law 102 MER102 15
Information Systems 132 IFS132 15
Academic Literacy for Commerce 131 ALC131 15
Electives - Select 1 group
Group 1 (not offered in 2013)
Quantitative Skills for Finance 141 QSF141 10
Economics 141 ECO141 10
Economics 142 ECO142 10
Group 2
Quantitative Skills for Commerce 131 QSC131 15
Principles of Economics 134 ECO134 15
Sub-total 130
D.49.2 Level 2
D.49.3 Level 3
D.50 ASSESSMENT
Assessment is governed by Rule A.5 as stipulated in the University Calendar: General Information Part 1
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Compulsory
Financial Accounting 241 FIA241 20
Financial Accounting 242 FIA242 20
Management Accounting 241 MAC241 10
Auditing 241 AUD241 10
Auditing 242 AUD242 10
Company Law 211 CPL211 10
Mercantile Law 221 MCR221 10
Taxation 242 TAX242 10
Business Ethics 242 BET242 10
Financial Management 242 FIM242 10
Sub-total 120
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Financial Accounting 341 FIA 341 30
Financial Accounting 342 FIA342 30
Management Accounting 341 MAC341 15
Auditing 341 AUD341 15
Taxation 343 TAX343 30
Financial Management 342 FIM342 15
Sub-total 135
TOTAL 385
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D.51 PROMOTION RULES
Unless Senate decides otherwise and subject to rule A.3.2.3 or otherwise provided in the Faculty rules:
D.51.1 Level 1
D.51.1.1 A student is required to pass at least 40 credits in the 1st year of registration and 90 credits per
annum thereafter.
D.51.1.2 After one year of study, a student must have passed Academic Literacy for Commerce
(ALC131/132), Quantitative Skills for Finance (QSF141) or Quantitative Skills for Commerce
(QSC131/132) and Financial Accounting (FIA141).
D.51.1.3 A student shall be promoted to the 2nd year of study on obtaining at least 90 credits.
D.51.1.4 After two years of study a student must have passed all 1st year level modules in order to
promote.
D.51.2 Level 2
D.51.2.1 A student shall be promoted to the 3rd year of study on obtaining at least 210 credits.
D.51.2.2 After three years of study a student must have passed all 2nd year level modules in order to
promote.
D.51.3 Level 3
D.51.3.1 A student shall complete the degree once 385 credits are obtained and all the requirements for
the degree are met.
D.51.3.2 Final promotions are done according to the rules applicable to the degree at the date of first
enrolment, provided that the student continues to promote.
D.51.3.3 The latest rules applicable to the degree will be applied (the following year) when further
admission was refused or when a student has interrupted his/her studies.
D.52 ADVANCE REGISTRATION
D.52.1 A student who has not promoted to the 2nd year of study shall not be allowed to register for
more than 100 credits for the year, which shall include all the outstanding 1st year credits,
provided all the prerequisites and co-requisites are met.
D.52.2 A student who has not promoted to the 3rd year of study shall not be allowed to register for
more than 100 credits for the year, which shall include all the outstanding 1st and 2nd year
credits, provided all the prerequisites and co-requisites are met.
D.53 RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION
The renewal of registration will be governed by the Rule A.3.2.3, as stipulated in the University
Calendar: General Information Part 1 or otherwise provided in the Faculty rules:
D.54 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PROGRAMME
D.54.1 Students who have obtained 60% or more for Financial Accounting 142 would have the
option to attend the Financial Accounting 132 summer school and, on obtaining a mark of
55% or more for the assessment at the conclusion of the summer school, would be able to
transfer to the B Com (Accounting) programme, if all other promotion criteria are met (passed
at least 105 credits in the first year of enrolment).
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BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (ACCOUNTING) DEGREE - (BCom Acc) (1021) (3 yrs-f/time)
D.55 ADMISSION
Unless Senate decides otherwise, candidates will be required to meet the following criteria to be enrolled
for the degree: Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)
D.55.1 Admission requirements for applicants who matriculated from 2008
(a) The National Senior Certificate for Bachelor’s Degree study with 4 designated subjects at a
rating of 4, plus a score of no less than 30 points calculated according to the University’s
approved points system, as well as the following specific subject requirements:
Level 4 (50-59%) in English (home or 1st additional language).
Level 3 (40-49%) in Another language (home or 1st additional language)
Level 4 (50-59%) in Mathematics
Level 5 (60-69%) in Accounting (not required if student has Math at Level 5)
(b) Students will be required to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT).
OR
(c) A qualification or level of competence which the Senate of the University has deemed to be
equivalent to the requirements stipulated in (a) and (b) above.
D.55.2 Admission rules for applicants who matriculated prior to 2008
(a) Candidates must have obtained a Matriculation Exemption Certificate with a minimum of a
C-Aggregate (60%) in Grade 12 with the following subject requirements:
HG (50%) Mathematics or
SG (70%) Mathematics and
HG (50%) Accounting or
SG (70%) Accounting
OR
HG (60%) Mathematics or
SG (80%) Mathematics (if Accounting was not taken as a matriculation subject)
(b) Students will be required to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT).
OR
(c) A qualification or level of competence which the Senate of the University has deemed to be
equivalent to the requirements stipulated in (a) and (b) above.
D. 56 SELECTION
As only a limited number of students can be admitted to the programme, applicants will be subject to a
selection procedure.
D.57 DURATION
Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration of the programme shall extend over three years Full-time
study.
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D.58 CURRICULUM
D.58.1 Level 1
D.58.2 Level 2
D.58.3 Level 3
D.59 ASSESSMENT
Assessment is governed by Rule A.5 as stipulated in the University Calendar: General Information Part 1
D.60 PROMOTION RULES
Unless Senate decides otherwise and subject to rule A.3.2.3 or otherwise provided in the Faculty rules:
D.60.1 After one year of enrolment; passed a total of at least 80 NQF credits, with a final mark of
55% or more for Financial Accounting (FIA132).
D.60.2 In every year thereafter passed a total of at least 90 NQF credits,
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Compulsory
Financial Accounting 131 FIA131 15
Financial Accounting 132 FIA132 15
Economics 134 ECO134 15
Mathematics 126 MAM126 10
Business Statistics 132 BUS132 15
Management 131 MAN131 15
Mercantile Law 102 MER102 15
Information Systems 131 IFS131 15
Academic Literacy for Commerce 131 ALC131 15
Sub-total 130
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Compulsory
Financial Accounting 214 FIA214 20
Financial Accounting 225 FIA225 20
Management Accounting 234 MAC234 10
Auditing 236 AUD236 10
Accounting Information Applications 237 ACC237 10
Company Law 211 CPL211 10
Mercantile Law 221 MCR221 10
Taxation 228 TAX228 10
Business Ethics 211 BET211 10
Corporate and Financial Management 221 CFM221 10
Sub-total 120
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Management Accounting 314 MAC314 15
Financial Management 324 FMA324 15
Financial Accounting 324 FIA324 60
Auditing 322 AUD322 30
Taxation 327 TAX327 30
Sub-total 150
TOTAL 400
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D.60.3 Provided that after four years of enrolment the student has completed the degree;
D.60.4 Provided that after the second year of registration the student has passed all required 1st level
modules.
D.60.5 Final promotions are done according to the rules applicable to the degree at the date of first
enrolment, provided that the student continues to promote.
D.60.6 The latest rules applicable to the degree will be applied (the following year) when further
admission was refused or when a student has interrupted his/her studies.
D.60.7 Students who do not meet the requirement as outlined in D.60.1 above, will be promoted to
the BCom (Financial Accounting) degree (2nd
enrolment), provided they passed at least 60
credits including a final mark of between 50% and 54% for Financial Accounting (FIA132).
D.61 ADVANCE REGISTRATION
There are no advance registration rules for this programme
D.62 RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION
The renewal of registration will be governed by the Rule A.3.2.3, as stipulated in the University
Calendar: General Information Part 1 or otherwise provided in the Faculty rules:
D.63 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PROGRAMME
D.63.1 To qualify for entry into the BCom (Accounting) degree, a first year BCom student shall have
passed at least 105 credits in the their first year of enrolment, with a final mark of 55% or
more in Financial Accounting 132 or its equivalent.
D.63.2 The following will be recognised as an internal equivalent: Obtaining a mark of 55% or more
for the assessment at the conclusion of a summer school. In order to qualify to attend the
summer school, a student must have obtained 60% or more for Financial Accounting 142.
D.63.3 A student will not be allowed to renew his/her registration for the following modules if he/she
failed to pass after two attempts:
Financial Accounting 131, 132 (The assessment at the end of the winter/summer school, as applicable to the module, is considered the second attempt opportunity. If a student
fails to utilise this opportunity he/she will waive the second attempt)
Financial Accounting 214, 225
Financial Accounting 324
Management Accounting 234
Corporate and Financial Management 221
Management Accounting 314
Financial Management 324
Auditing 236
Auditing 322
Accounting Information Applications 237
Business Ethics 211
Taxation 228
Taxation 327
Academic Literacy for Commerce 131
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BACHELORS IN COMMERCE (ACCOUNTING) (EXTENDED CURRICULUM) (1753) ((4 yrs-f/time)
D.64 ADMISSION
Unless Senate decides otherwise, candidates will be required to meet the following criteria to be enrolled
for the degree: Bachelors in Commerce (Accounting) 4-year extended curriculum
D.64.1 Admission requirements for applicants who matriculated from 2008
(a) The National Senior Certificate for Bachelor’s Degree study with 4 designated subjects at a
rating of 4, plus a score of no less than 30 points calculated according to the University’s
approved points system, as well as the following specific subject requirements:
Level 3 (40-49%) in English (home or 1st additional language).
Level 3 (40-49%) in Another language (home or 1st additional language)
Level 3 (40-49%) in Mathematics
Level 4 (50-59%) in Accounting (not required if student has Math at Level 4)
(b) Students will be required to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT).
OR
(c) A qualification or level of competence which the Senate of the University has deemed to be
equivalent to the requirements stipulated in (a) and (b) above.
D.64.2 Admission rules for applicants who matriculated prior to 2008
(a) Candidates must have obtained a Matriculation Exemption Certificate with a minimum of a
D-Aggregate in Grade 12 with the following subject requirements:
HG (D – Symbol) Mathematics or
SG (C – Symbol) Mathematics and
HG (D – Symbol) Accounting or
SG (C – Symbol) Accounting
OR
HG (C _symbol) Mathematics or
SG (B – Symbol) Mathematics (if Accounting was not taken as a matriculation subject)
(b) Students will be required to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT).
OR
(c) A qualification or level of competence which the Senate of the University has deemed to be
equivalent to the requirements stipulated in (a) and (b) above.
D. 65 SELECTION
As only a limited number of students can be admitted to the programme, applicants will be subject to a
selection procedure.
D.66 DURATION
Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration of the programme shall extend over four years full -time
study.
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D.67 CURRICULUM
D.67.1 Level 1
D.67.2 Level 2
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Compulsory
Analytical and Critical Thinking 1 ACF231 15
Quantitative Analysis for Commerce QAC231 15
Intensive reading and Writing IRF231 15
Financial Accounting 131 FIA131 15
Financial Accounting 132 FIA132 15
Economics 134 ECO134 15
Mathematics 126 MAM126 15
Mercantile Law 102 MER102 15
Sub-total 120
D.67.3 Level 3
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Compulsory
Financial Accounting 214 FIA214 20
Financial Accounting 225 FIA225 20
Accounting Information Applications 237 ACC237 10
Auditing 236 AUD236 10
Business Ethics 211 BET211 10
Management Accounting 234 MAC234 10
Mercantile Law 221 MCR221 10
Taxation 228 TAX228 10
Company Law 211 CPL211 10
Corporate and Financial Management 221 CFM221 10
Sub-total 120
D.67.4 Level 4
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Compulsory
Financial Accounting 324 FIA324 60
Management Accounting 314 MAC314 15
Financial Management 324 FIM324 15
Auditing 322 AUD322 30
Taxation 327 TAX327 30
Sub-total 150
TOTAL 510
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Compulsory
Academic Literacy for Business 131 ALB131 15
Quantitative Skills Accounting 131 QSA131 15
Introduction to SA Accounting 131 ACC131 15
Introduction to SA Accounting 132 ACC132 15
Academic Literacy for Commerce 132 ALC132 15
Management 131 MAN131 15
Introduction to Information Systems 132 IFS132 15
Business Statistics 132 BUS132 15
Sub-total 120
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D.68 ASSESSMENT
Assessment is governed by Rule A.5 as stipulated in the University Calendar: General Information Part 1
D.69 PROMOTION RULES
Unless Senate decides otherwise and subject to rule A.3.2.3 or otherwise provided in the Faculty rules.
D.69.1 After one year of enrolment; passed a total of at least 90 credits (45 of which must be degree
credits), including Academic Literacy for Business (ALB131), Quantitative Skills for
Accounting (QSA131) (or Quantitative Skills for Commerce 132 for repeats) and
introduction to SA Accounting (ACC130 or 131).
D.69.2 A student who passed at least 75 credits in the 1st year of enrolment but does not meet the
requirements of D.69.1 will be transferred to BCom Extended curriculum 2nd enrolment.
D.69.3 After the second year of enrolment passed 180 credits in total (90 of which must be degree
credits) including all 1st year level modules (D.69.1) and Financial Accounting 131 (or
equivalent) and Financial Accounting 132 with at least a final mark of 55%.
D.69.4 A student who passes at least 180 credits after two years of enrolment but has not met the
requirements of D.69.3 will be transferred to the BCom extended curriculum 3rd enrolment.
D.69.5 In every year thereafter passed a total of at least 80 NQF credits,
D.69.6 Provided that after five years of enrolment the student has completed the degree;
D.69.7 Final promotions are done according to the rules applicable to the degree at the date of first
enrolment, provided that the student continues to promote.
D.69.8 The latest rules applicable to the degree will be applied (the following year) when further
admission was refused or when a student has interrupted his/her studies.
D.70 ADVANCE REGISTRATION
A student who had not promoted to the 2nd
year of study shall not be allowed to register for more than 90
credits for the year, which shall include all the outstanding 1st year credits, provided that all prerequisites
and co-requisites are met. The student would be permitted to register for 2nd
year modules for the
remaining credits.
D.71 RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION
The renewal of registration will be governed by the Rule A.3.2.3, as stipulated in the University
Calendar: General Information Part 1 unless otherwise provided in faculty rules.
D.72 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PROGRAMME
D.72.1 A student will not be allowed to renew his/her registration for the following modules if he/she
failed to pass after two attempts:
Financial Accounting 131, 132 (The assessment at the end of the winter/summer school, as applicable to the module, is considered the second attempt opportunity. If a student fails to utilise this opportunity he/she will waive the second attempt)
Financial Accounting 214, 225
Financial Accounting 324
Management Accounting 234
Corporate and Financial Management 221
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Management Accounting 314
Financial Management 324
Auditing 236
Auditing 322
Accounting Information Applications 237
Business Ethics 211
Taxation 228
Taxation 327
Academic Literacy for Commerce 131
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (LAW) DEGREE (1221)
D.73 ADMISSION
Unless Senate decides otherwise, candidates will be required to meet the following criteria to be enrolled
for the degree: Bachelors in Commerce (Law)
D.73.1 Admission requirements for applicants who matriculated from 2008
(a) The National Senior Certificate for Bachelor’s Degree study with 4 designated subjects at a
rating of 4, plus a score of no less than 30 points calculated according to the University’s
approved points system, as well as the following specific subject requirements:
Level 4 (50-59%) in English (home or 1st additional language).
Level 3 (40-49%) in Another language (home or 1st additional language)
Level 4 (50-59%) in Mathematics
(b) Students will be required to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT).
OR
(c) A qualification or level of competence which the Senate of the University has deemed to be
equivalent to the requirements stipulated in (a) and (b) above.
D.73.2 Admission rules for applicants who matriculated prior to 2008
(a) Candidates must have obtained a Matriculation Exemption Certificate with a minimum of a
C-Aggregate (60%) in Grade 12 with the following subject requirements:
HG (40%) Mathematics or
SG (60%) Mathematics
(b) Students will be required to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT).
OR
(c) A qualification or level of competence which the Senate of the University has deemed to be
equivalent to the requirements stipulated in (a) and (b) above.
D. 74 SELECTION
As only a limited number of students can be admitted to the programme, applicants will be subject to a
selection procedure.
D.75 DURATION
Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration of the programme shall extend over three years full-time
study.
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D.76 CURRICULUM
D.76.1 Level 1
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Compulsory
Group 1
Academic Literacy for Commerce 131 ALC131 15
Economics 134 (60% required to continue with ECO at 2nd
year level) ECO134 15
Business Statistics 132 BUS132 15
Introduction to Legal Studies 111 ILS111 15
Introduction to Legal Studies 121 ILS121 5
Law of Persons 112 LOP112 15
Quantitative Skills For Commerce 131 QSC131 15
Financial Accounting 141 FIA141 15
Group 3 (select 1 module)
Management 132 MAN132 15
Industrial Psychology 132 IPS132 15
Information Systems 132 IFS132 15
Sub-total 125
D.76.2 Level 2
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Compulsory
Constitutional Law 202 CON202 20
Critical Legal Analysis 201 CRI201 10
Family Law 121 FAM121 15
Legal Systems 111 LEG111 10
Legal Interpretation 221 LEG221 10
Law of Things 211 THI211 20
Electives (select 1 group)
Group 1
Industrial Psychology 231 IPS231 10
Industrial Psychology 232 IPS232 10
Industrial Psychology 233 IPS233 10
Industrial Psychology 234 IPS234 10
Group 2
Management 231 MAN231 10
Management 233 MAN233 10
Management 234 MAN234 10
Management 235 MAN235 10
Group 3
Economics 234 ECO234 10
Economics 231 ECO231 10
Economics 232 ECO232 10
Economics 233 ECO233 10
Group 4
Information Systems 231 IFS231 20
Information Systems 233 IFS233 20
Sub-total 125
D.76.3 Level 3
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Compulsory
Law of Contract 301 CNT301 20
Company Law 211 CPL211 10
Law of Insolvency 311 INS311 10
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Labour Law 321 LAB321 15
Law of Negotiable Instruments 321 NEG321 10
Electives (select 1 group)
Group 1
Compulsory
Economics 331 ECO331 15
Economics 332 ECO332 15
Electives (select 2 modules)
Economics 336 ECO336 15
Economics 334 ECO334 15
Economics 311 ECO311 15
International Economics 335 ECO335 15
Economics 301 ECO301 15
Group 2
Compulsory
Industrial Psychology 331 IPS331 15
Industrial Psychology 333 IPS333 15
Industrial Psychology 337 IPS337 15
Electives (select 1 module)
Industrial Psychology 335 IPS335 15
Industrial Psychology 336 IPS336 15
Group 3
Management 304 MAN304 15
Management 314 MAN314 15
Management 303 MAN303 15
Management 306 MAN306 15
Group 4
Management 304 MAN304 15
Management 314 MAN314 15
Management 305 MAN305 15
Management 312 MAN312 15
Group 5
Management 304 MAN304 15
Management 314 MAN314 15
Management 305 MAN305 15
Management 325 MAN325 15
Group 6
Management 304 MAN304 15
Management 314 MAN314 15
Management 309 IST309 15
Management 310 IST310 15
Group 7
Management 305 MAN305 15
Management 307 MAN307 15
Management 308 MAN308 15
Management 312 MAN312 15
Group 8
Information Systems 361 IFS361 30
Information Systems 362 IFS362 30
Sub-total 125
TOTAL 375
D.77 ASSESSMENT
Assessment is governed by Rule A.5 as stipulated in the University Calendar: General Information Part 1
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D.78 PROMOTION RULES
Unless Senate decides otherwise and subject to rule A.3.2.3 or otherwise provided in the Faculty rules:
D.78.1 Level 1
D.78.1.1 A student is required to pass at least 30 credits in the 1st year of registration and 90 credits per
annum thereafter.
D.78.1.2 After one year of study, a student must have passed Academic Literacy for Commerce
(ALC131/132) and Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC131/132)
D.78.1.3 A student shall be promoted to the 2nd year of study on obtaining at least 90 credits.
D.78.1.4 After two years of study a student must have passed all 1st year level modules in order to
promote.
D.78.2 Level 2
D.78.2.1 A student shall be promoted to the 3rd year of study on obtaining at least 210 credits.
D.78.2.2 After three years of study a student must have passed all 2nd year level modules in order to
promote.
D.78.3 Level 3
D.78.3.1 A student shall complete the degree once 375 credits are obtained and all the requirements for
the degree are met.
D.78.3.2 Final promotions are done according to the rules applicable to the degree at the date of first
enrolment, provided that the student continues to promote.
D.78.3.3 The latest rules applicable to the degree will be applied (the following year) when further
admission was refused or when a student has interrupted his/her studies.
D.79 ADVANCE REGISTRATION
D.79.1 A student who has not promoted to the 2nd year of study shall not be allowed to register for
more than 100 credits for the year, including all the outstanding 1st year credits, provided all
the prerequisites and co-requisites are met.
D.79.2 A student who has not promoted to the 3rd year of study shall not be allowed to register for
more than 100 credits for the year, including all the outstanding 1st year credits, provided all
the prerequisites and co-requisites are met.
D.80 RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION
The renewal of registration will be governed by the Rule A.3.2.3, as stipulated in the University
Calendar: General Information Part 1 or otherwise provided in the Faculty rules:
D.81 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PROGRAMME
D.81.1 No full-time student shall be allowed to enrol for more than 135 /140credits in any year of
study;
D.81.2 The total credit value may only exceed 375 with the permission of Senate;
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D.81.3 No student shall be allowed in any year of study to enrol for any combination of modules in
which there are class and examination timetable clashes.
D.81.4 Students who fail Academic Literacy for Commerce (ALC131) and/or Quantitative Skills for
Commerce (QSC131) (or Mathematics 126) in the 1st semester must repeat and pass
Academic Literacy for Commerce (ALC132) and/or Quantitative Skills for Commerce
(QSC132) in the 2nd
semester of 1st year to qualify for re-admission to 2
nd year.
D.81.5 No student shall be allowed to enrol for a module if this contravenes departmental prerequisite
rules.
D.81.6 To do Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC) 131/132 Level 4 (50-59%) in Mathematics or
HG (40%) in Mathematics or
SG (50%) in Mathematics
D.81.7 To do Economics 133/134 a pass in QSC is required
D.81.8 ECO331, ECO332 and ECO311 are required for entry into Honours in Economics
D.81.9 If a particular module (providing it is not a compulsory module) has less than 15 students
registered at the start of the academic year, the department has the authority to cancel that module.
BACHELOR OF ECONOMICS (DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS) – 1181 (4 YEAR)
D.82 ADMISSION
Unless Senate decides otherwise, candidates will be required to meet the following criteria to be enrolled
for the degree: BEcon
D.82.1 Admission requirements for applicants who matriculated from 2008
(a) The National Senior Certificate for Bachelor’s Degree study with 4 designated subjects at a
rating of 4, plus a score of no less than 30 points calculated according to the University’s
approved points system, as well as the following specific subject requirements:
Level 4 (50-59%) in English (home or 1st additional language).
Level 3 (40-49%) in Another language (home or 1st additional language)
Level 4 (50-59%) in Mathematics
(b) Students will be required to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT).
OR
(c) A qualification or level of competence which the Senate of the University has deemed to be
equivalent to the requirements stipulated in (a) and (b) above.
D.82.2 Admission rules for applicants who matriculated prior to 2008
(a) Candidates must have obtained a Matriculation Exemption Certificate with a minimum of a
C-Aggregate (60%) in Grade 12 with the following subject requirements:
HG (40% E-Symbol) Mathematics or
SG (50% - D Symbol) Mathematics
(b) Students will be required to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT).
OR
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(c) A qualification or level of competence which the Senate of the University has deemed to be
equivalent to the requirements stipulated in (a) and (b) above. D.83 SELECTION
As only a limited number of students can be admitted to the programme, applicants will be subject to a
selection procedure.
D.84 DURATION
Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration of the programme shall extend over four years full-time
study.
D.85 CURRICULUM
D.85.1 Level 1
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Compulsory (select all modules)
Academic Literacy for Commerce 131 ALC131 15
Business Statistics 132 BUS132 15
Management 131 MAN131 15
Quantitative Skills For Commerce 131 QSC131 15
Public Administration 131 PUA131 15
South African Politics and Government 132 GOV132 15
Local Economic Development 111 LED111 15
Economics 121 ECO121 10
Economics 122 ECO122 10
Sub-total 125
D.85.2 Level 2
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Compulsory (select all modules)
Economics 231 ECO231 10
Economics 232 ECO232 10
Economics 234 ECO234 10
Management 201 MAN201 10
Management 206 MAN206 10
Management 231 MAN231 10
Management 233 MAN233 10
Management 235 MAN235 10
Public Administration 212 PUA212 10
Public Administration 222 PUA222 10
Economic Profiling & Quantitative Analysis LED211 10
Electives (select 1 module)
Tourism 211 TOU211 10
Tourism 212 TOU212 10
Sub-total 120
D.85.3 Level 3
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Compulsory (select all modules)
Economics 331 ECO331 15
Economics 332 ECO332 15
Management 304 MAN304 15
Management 325 MAN325 15
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Public Administration 312 PUA312 15
Regional Development & Clustering or Enabling Mechanisms LED311 15
Industrial Policy IDP311 15
Electives (select 1 module)
Economics 334 ECO334 15
Economics 336 ECO336 15
Sub-total 120
D.85.4 Level 4
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Compulsory
Economics 411 ECO411 15
Economics 412 ECO412 15
Research Methods Essay RME401 15
Research Project 401 REP401 30
Electives (select 3 modules)
Economics 413 ECO413 15
Economics 414 ECO414 15
Public – Private Partnership or Applied Public Private Partnerships PUB421 15
Applied Project Development / Management PUB422 15
Business Retention & Expansion PUB423 15
Investment Behaviour & Promotion or Investment Promotion PUB424 15
Managing Economic Development Organisations PUB425 15
Sub-total 120
TOTAL 485
D.86 ASSESSMENT
Assessment is governed by Rule A.5 as stipulated in the University Calendar: General Information Part 1
D.87 PROMOTION RULES
Unless Senate decides otherwise and subject to rule A.3.2.3 or otherwise provided in the Faculty rules:
D.87.1 Level 1
D.87.1.1 A student is required to pass at least 60 credits in the 1st year of registration and 90 credits per
annum thereafter.
D.87.1.2 A student must have passed Principles of Micro and Macro Economics at 1st year level in
order to register for Tourism at 2nd year level.
D.87.1.3 After one year of study, a student must have passed Academic Literacy for Commerce and
Quantitative Literacy for Commerce.
D.87.1.4 A student shall be promoted to the 2nd year of study on obtaining at least 90 credits.
D.87.1.5 After two years of study a student must have passed all 1st year level modules.
D.87.2 Level 2
D.87.2.1 A student shall be promoted to the 3rd year of study on obtaining at least 210 credits.
D.87.2.2 After three years of study a student must have passed all 2nd year level modules.
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D.87.3 Level 3
D.87.3.1 A student shall be promoted to the final year of study on obtaining at least 330 credits.
D.87.3.2 After five years of study a student must have passed all 3rd
year level modules.
D.87.4 Level 4
D.87.4.1 A student shall complete the degree once 485 credits are obtained and all the requirements for
the degree are met.
D.87.4.2 Final promotions are done according to the rules applicable to the degree at the date of first
enrolment, provided that the student continues to promote.
D.87.4.3 The latest rules applicable to the degree will be applied (the following year) when further
admission was refused or when a student has interrupted his/her studies.
D.88 ADVANCE REGISTRATION
D.88.1 A student who has not promoted to the 2nd year of study shall not be allowed to register for
more than 100 credits for the year, including all the outstanding 1st year credits, provided all
the prerequisites and co-requisites are met.
D.88.2 A student who has not promoted to the 3rd year of study shall not be allowed to register for
more than 100 credits for the year, including all the outstanding 1st year credits, provided all
the prerequisites and co-requisites are met.
D.88.3 A student who has not promoted to the 4th year of study shall not be allowed to register for
more than 100 credits for the year, including all the outstanding 1st year credits, provided all
the prerequisites and co-requisites are met.
D.89 RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION
The renewal of registration will be governed by the Rule A.3.2.3, as stipulated in the University
Calendar: General Information Part 1 or otherwise provided in the Faculty rules:
D.90 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PROGRAMME
D.90.1 No student shall be allowed in any year of study to enrol for any combination of modules in
which there are class and examination timetable clashes.
D.90.2 Students who fail Academic Literacy for Commerce (ALC131) and/or Quantitative Skills for
Commerce (QSC131) in the 1st semester must repeat and pass Academic Literacy for
Commerce (ALC132) and/or Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC132) in the 2nd
semester
of 1st year to qualify for re-admission to 2
nd year.
D.90.3 If a particular module (providing it is not a compulsory module) has less than 15 students
registered at the start of the academic year, the department has the authority to cancel that
module.
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CERTIFICATE IN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT (CED)
D.91 ADMISSION
Candidates must be in the possession of a Grade 12 Certificate (Matric) or NSC (National Senior
Certificate).
OR
NQF Level 4 or equivalent
Work with a CBO, NGO, and religious or local government department.
Speak, read and write English.
Have permission and support from their organisation and/or employer in writing.
Commit themselves to all study blocks with full time residential attendance, and complete all
fieldwork assignments.
D.92 SELECTION
Please contact the Fair Share office directly.
D.93 DURATION
Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration of the programme shall extend over one year full-time
study or three years part-time study.
D.94 CURRICULUM
Module Name Alpha Code Cred
Compulsory
Training Design & Facilitation 118 FSH118 10
Training Design & Facilitation 120 FSH120 10
Communication & Info Management 121 FSH121 10
Development Economics 122 FSH122 10
Organisational Development 123 FSH123 10
Workplace Learning 125 FSH125 40
Research Project 124 FSH 124 10
Gender and Development 126 FSH126 10
Local Governance 127 FSH127 10
TOTAL 120
D.95 ASSESSMENT
Assessment is governed by Rule A.5 as stipulated in the University Calendar: General Information Part 1
D.96 PROGRESS RULES
D.96.1 Block Sessions
Unless Senate decides otherwise, a student shall complete the programme in one year. All students attend
8 block sessions spread over the year.
D.97 RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION
The renewal of registration will be governed by the Rule A.4.1, as stipulated in the University Calendar:
General Information Part 1 or otherwise provided in the Faculty rules:
D.98 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PROGRAMME There are no special requirements for this programme
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MODULE DESCRIPTORS
Please refer to the Faculty of Law Calendar for the module descriptors pertaining to the BCom Law Degree.
BCom & BCom (Acc) Extended Curriculum
Home Department ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT
Module Topic ANALYTICAL AND CRITICAL THINKING 1
Generic module name ANALYTICAL AND CRITICAL THINKING 1
Numeric code ACF231(1st semester)
Alpha-numeric code ACF231
Credit Value 15
Duration SEMESTER
Proposed semester/term
Programmes in which the module
is offered
BCom 4-year programme and BCom (Acc) 4-year programme
Level 6
Main Outcomes After the course students will be able to demonstrate:
An understanding of the requirements of a valid argument
The ability to recognise logical fallacies in arguments put
forward by people
An understanding of methods of reasoning and analysis
The capacity to identify and to avoid poorly reasoned
arguments and conclusions
A raised awareness of why clear thinking is important and
necessary
An understanding of the relationships between theory and
practice using case study material
The ability to select and apply appropriate analytical tools
to interpret case studies
The ability to analyse case studies professionally and report
on analysis both orally and in writing
The ability to plan and work effectively with others in
teams to achieve the above outcomes
Main Content Fundamentals of Argumentation
The Ingredients of Arguments
Fallacies and How Arguments Fail
Case Studies of fallacies
Well Structured Arguments
Become a reasoned person
Linking practical examples to Case Studies
Interpreting, critically analysing and summarizing cases and
examples
Generalizing and theorizing
Formal written and oral presentation of case analysis
Pre-requisites ALC131/132
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56
Assignments & tasks: 30
Tests & examinations: 10
Selfstudy 54
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Total Learning Time 150
B. Time-table requirement per week.
Lectures p.w. 3
Practicals p.w.
Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessment Type e.g. CAF 60% - Tests, case analysis and assignments
40% - Examinations
Home Department ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT
Module Topic ANALYTICAL AND CRITICAL THINKING 2
Generic module name ANALYTICAL AND CRITICAL THINKING 2
Numeric code ACF232
Alpha numeric code ACF232
Credit Value 15
Duration SEMESTER
Proposed semester/term
Programmes in which the module
is offered
BCom 4-year programme
Level 6
Main Outcomes After the course students will be able to demonstrate:
An understanding of the basic concepts of Business
Research
A basic understanding of the research process for a Business
Research Project
The ability to identify and clarify a workable research topic
The ability to develop a strategy to gather relevant
information
The ability to describe and utilize basic data collection
methods e.g.:
o Secondary literature searches
o Questionnaires/Surveys
o Personal interviews
An ability to apply relevant theory to a chosen business-
related research topic or case study
An ability to complete an academically-referenced Research
Report
Main Content Introduction to Business Research
The research process and project plan
Library resources and internet for materials search
Development of research topic and questions
Conducting literature reviews
Gathering and collating information
Selecting and organizing relevant material and critically
evaluating it
Revealing knowledge of and insights into different
perspectives, sides or points of view
Preparing and presenting a business research report and/or
case study using primary and secondary sources
Pre-requisites ALC131/132 AND ACF231
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56
Assignments & tasks: 50
Tests & examinations: 6
60
Selfstudy 38
Total Learning Time 150
B. Time-table requirement per week.
Lectures p.w. 3
Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessment Type e.g. CAF 60% - Tests, case analysis and assignments
40% - Individual research assignment
Home Department ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT
Module Topic ACADEMIC LITERACY FOR BUSINESS
Generic module name ACADEMIC LITERACY FOR BUSINESS
Numeric code ALB131 (1ST
SEMESTER) ALB 132 (2ND
SEMESTER)
Alpha-numeric code ALB131/132
Credit Value 15
Duration SEMESTER
Proposed semester/term ALB131 (1ST
SEMESTER) ALB 132 (2ND
SEMESTER)
Programmes in which the module
is offered
BCom , 4-year programme BCom (Acc) 4-year programme
Level 6
Main Outcomes ALB aims at improving students’ listening, note-taking, time
management, reading, thinking and writing skills in the four-year
programme. After the course students will be able to:
Take notes effectively in lectures.
Read with comprehension and understanding the
meaning of words and phrases.
Apply academic reading skills to various texts, such as
textbooks, magazines and newspapers
Apply reading and writing skills in other subjects
Plan, structure and write coherent paragraphs in
written assignments.
Be able to use the computer to organize and manage
information.
Main Content Academic literacy skills such as note-taking, text
analysis, vocabulary development
Various reading strategies such skimming, scanning
and comprehensive reading
Plan, structure and reference written academic work
Familiarize students with digital academic literacy
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 60
Assignments & tasks: 20
Tests & examinations: 6
Selfstudy 64
Total Learning Time 150
B. Time-table requirement per week.
Lectures p.w. 3
Practicals p.w.
Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessment Type e.g. CAF Continuous Evaluation: Tasks, class tests and assignments 50%
Term test 10%
Examination 40%
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Home Department ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT
Module Topic INTENSIVE READING AND WRITING
Generic Module Name INTENSIVE READING AND WRITING
Numeric code IRF231 (1st semester)
Alpha-numeric Code IRF231
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Proposed semester/term
Programmes in which the
module is offered
BCom 4-year programme
Level 6
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, students will be able to:
Read academic material comprehensively and critically.
Apply various reading strategies to various kinds of texts.
Assess their progress on the on-line reading programme,
Reading Excellence
Write logical, coherent and meaningful academic essays.
Analyse and summarise written texts.
Construct effective business documents.
Main Content Academic reading techniques
Text book analysis
Reading journals magazines & newspapers
Computer-Assisted learning
Establishing the relationship between thinking, and reading
& writing
Contextualisation and integration of arguments
Business documents
Pre-requisites ALC131/132
Co-requisites ALC131/132
Prohibited Combinations
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 70
Assignments & tasks: 1x3
Tests & examinations: 12
Practicals: 0
Selfstudy 60
Other: Please specify 5
Total Learning Time 150
B. Time-table requirements per week.
Lectures p.w. 3
Practicals p.w.
Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessment Type e.g. CAF Tutorial Class and Gateway Tests 26%
Tasks and Assignments 3%
Term Tests Final 20%
Semester Test 50%
Attendance 1%
Home Department ACCOUNTING/ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT
Module Topic Introduction to South African Accounting 1
Generic module name Introduction to South African Accounting 1
Numeric Code ACC130 /ACC133 – repeat module (4-YEAR) /ACC131 (4-YEAR
ACCOUNTING)
Alpha-numeric code ACC130 /ACC131/ACC133
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Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Proposed semester/term
Module type Foundation BCom ACC130 (Gen) and BCom (Acc) ACC131
Level 5
Main Outcomes The learner should be able to demonstrate the ability to:
Record business transactions in the appropriate accounting
records up to trial balance.
Main Content Accounting as an information system
Data processing and double-entry bookkeeping to trial balance
Subsidiary journals
Accounting for Value Added Tax
Periodic and perpetual inventory systems
Bank reconciliation procedures
Pre-requisites Quantitative Skills Foundation 131
Co-requisites Quantitative Skills Foundation 131
Prohibited combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56
Assignments & tasks: 42
Tests & examinations: 9
Selfstudy 43
Total Learning Time 150
B. Time-table requirements per week.
Lectures p.w. 3
Practicals p.w.
Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessment Type e.g. CAF Tests and tutorials: 40% final mark
Examination: 60% final mark
Home Department ACCOUNTING/ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT
Module Topic Introduction to South African Accounting 2
Generic module name Introduction to South African Accounting 2
Numeric code ACC132 (4-YEAR ACCOUNTING)
Alpha-numeric code ACC132
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Proposed semester/term
programmes in which the
module is offered
BCom (Acc) 4-year programme
Level 5
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, students will be able to demonstrate the
ability to:
Prepare the financial statement of a sole trader based on accrual
accounting
Do an elementary analysis and interpretation of the financial
statements of a sole trader
Main Content Accounting as an information system
Periodic measurement of income
Preparation of the income statement and the balance sheet for a
sole trader
Elementary analysis and interpretation of the financial
statements of a sole trader
Pre-requisites ACC130/131
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Co-requisites ACC130/131
Prohibited combinations None
Breakdown of learning time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56
Assignments & tasks: 42
Tests & examinations: 9
Selfstudy 43
Total Learning Time 150
B. Time-table requirements per week.
Lectures p.w. 3
Practicals p.w.
Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessment Type e.g. CAF Tests and tutorials: 40% final mark
Examination: 60% final mark
Home Department ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT/SCHOOL OF BUSINESS &
FINANCE/ECONOMICS
Module Topic Introduction to the Economy and Business
Generic module name Introduction to the Economy and Business
Numeric Code IEB 133 (For EMS students only)
IEB131 (for non-EMS students)
IEB 134(For repeat students only)
Alpha-numeric code IEB131
IEB133
IEB134
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Proposed semester/term
Module Type Programme – BCom.4-year programme, B.A., B.Ed,
Level 5
Main Outcomes At the end of this module, students should be able to:
Explain the basic principles of economic theory and their
application in the South African economy
Understand the role of consumers, producers and the government
in the economy.
Describe and evaluate South Africa’s recent economic
performance.
Describe and evaluate the requirements for entrepreneurial
success in the SA economy
Describe/explain the principles of small business functions and
apply them to real world settings.
Demonstrate an understanding of the environment in which small
businesses operate.
Develop a business plan for a small business.
Main Content Introduction to Economics and basic economic principles
Overview of the South African economy
Perfect and imperfect competition
Production and costs
Role of entrepreneurship
The environment in which small business operates
Establishing a small business.
Principles underlying the main functional areas.
Compilation of the Business Plan
Pre-requisites None
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Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56
Assignments & tasks: 30
Tests & examinations: 8
Selfstudy 56
Total Learning Time 150
B. Time-table requirement per week.
Lectures p.w. 3
Practicals p.w.
Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessment Type e.g. CAF Business Plan; Tutorial exercises; Oral Presentations; Semester Tests
(60%); Examination 40%
Home Department ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT
Module Topic QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS FOR COMMERCE
Generic Module Name QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS FOR COMMERCE
Numeric code QAC231
Alpha-numeric Code QAC231
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Proposed semester/term
Programmes in which the
module is offered
BCom and BCom (ACC) 4-year programme
Level 6
Main Outcomes At the end of this module a student should be able to demonstrate the ability to: Calculate, understand and analyse trends in financial ratios from
financial statements. Deal with basic Capital Budgeting problems (NPV, IRR) Understand and work with Index Numbers Calculate and interpret Demand and Supply curves and elasticity Calculate statistical measures of dispersion Understand the Normal Distribution curve and its relation to
economic and financial situations Graphically solve simple Linear Programming problems Understand the meaning of the derivative of a function and
perform simple differentiation.
Main Content Application of mathematical and analytical tools to make comparisons of ratios over time, against plan, against industry norms, etc
Time value of money Capital budgeting Index numbers Basic mathematics of Supply and Demand theory and elasticities Measures of central tendency and dispersion Normal distributions, z-scores and interpretation Graphical solution to Linear Programming problems Introduction to differential calculus.
Pre-requisites QSA131 OR QSC131/132
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56
Project 20
Tests & examinations: 9
Selfstudy 65
65
Total Learning Time 150
B. Time-table requirement per week.
Lectures p.w. 3
Practicals p.w.
Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessment Type, e.g. CAF Final Examination = 50%
Tests, Assignments and tasks = 50%
Home Department ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT
Module Topic QUANTITATIVE SKILLS FOR ACCOUNTING
Generic Module Name QUANTITATIVE SKILLS FOR ACCOUNTING
Numeric code QSA131
Alpha- numeric Code QSA131
Credit Value 15
Duration SEMESTER
Proposed semester/term
Programmes in which the
module is offered
BCom (ACC) 4-year programme
Level 5
Main Outcomes At the end of this module a student should be able to demonstrate an
understand and the ability to solve problems with Commercial
applications involving:
- Ratio, Rates and Simple Proportion
- Discounts and markdowns, breakeven analysis
- Time Value of Money
- Straight-line and Parabolic graphs with particular reference to
revenue/cost/profit, supply/demand.
- Exponential and logarithmic curves
- Drawing & interpreting statistical charts and calculating mean,
median, mode
Main Content - Ratio & Proportions, Rates, Approximations
- Pricing a product, Profits, Breakeven analysis
- Simple interest, Compound interest, Annuities
- Straight Line graphs and Parabolas with link to Finance
&Economics, e.g. Supply/Demand.
- Exponential and Logarithmic equations & graphs with link to
Finance & Economics
- Descriptive Statistics & Measures of central tendency
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 70
Tests & examinations: 18
Assignments & Tasks 6
Selfstudy 56
Total Learning Time 150
B. Time-table requirement per week.
Lectures p.w. 3
Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessment Type e.g. CAF Final Examination = 50%
Tests, Assignments and tasks = 50%
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Home Department ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT
Module Topic QUANTITATIVE SKILLS FOUNDATION
Generic Module Name QUANTITATIVE SKILLS FOUNDATION
Alpha-numeric code QSF131
Module numeric Code QSF131
Credit Value 15
Duration SEMESTER
Proposed semester/term
Programmes in which the
module is offered
BCom 4-year programme,
Level 5
Main Outcomes At the end of this module the student should be able to:
- demonstrate an understanding of the core (basic) mathematical
skills for business
- know the difference between mathematical and business-
related terms
- use mathematical notations, formulae and terminology
effectively to solve business-related problems
- demonstrate an understanding of the
number systems
- demonstrate knowledge and ability to
work with Real numbers, in particular
Integers and Rational Numbers.
- apply basic operations (+, -, × and ÷ ) to Real Numbers. i.e.
Fractions, Decimal Fractions and Percentages
- solve problems in abstract and real-life situations based on
Fractions, Decimal Fractions and Percentages.
- demonstrate an understanding and the use of Ratios to
describe relationship between two or more quantities and
solve business problems
- demonstrate an understanding of problems on Direct and
Inverse proportions
- construct Linear Graphs using the table method and show how
this relates to the solution of linear equations.
- demonstrate an understanding of, and work with, basic
Algebra , including polynomials of the first degree and basic
operations applied to algebraic expressions.
- find Products and Factors of algebraic expressions, and solve
problems in these related to Commercial Mathematics.
- have developed effective basic calculator skills to solve
business related problems more efficiently
Main Content - Mathematical Thinking Skills
- Problem Solving Skills
- Number Systems
- Integers, Rational Numbers; Irrational
- Numbers
- Basic Operations
- Calculator Skills
- Fractions and Decimal Fractions
- Percentages
- Ratio and Proportion
- Basic Algebra: First degree polynomials;
- Basic Operations
- Products and factors
- Equations and Inequalities
- Graphs: Ordered Pairs; Linear and
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- Quadratic
- Powers, Indices and Roots
- Measurement, Shape and Space
Pre-requisites QLC141/142
Co-requisites QLC141/142
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 70
Tests & examinations: 16
Assignments & Tasks 4
Selfstudy 60
Total Learning Time 150
B. Time-table requirement per week.
Lectures p.w. 3
Practicals p.w.
Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessment Type e.g. CAF Tutorials, Class and Gateway tests, tasks and Assignments, Term
tests (50%) Examination (50%)
Home Department ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT
Module Topic QUANTITATIVE LITERACY FOR COMMERCE (QLC141)
Generic Module Name QUANTITATIVE LITERACY FOR COMMERCE (QLC141)
Alpha-numeric Code QLC141
Numeric Code QLC141
Credit Value 15
Duration SEMESTER
Proposed semester/term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
BCOM 4-YEAR PROGRAMME, BADMIN
Level 5
Main Outcomes At the end of this module the student should be able to:
demonstrate an understanding of the number systems
demonstrate knowledge and ability to work with Real
numbers, in particular Integers and Rational Numbers.
Solve basic arithmetic problems
apply basic operations (+, -, × and ÷ ) to Real Numbers. i.e.
Fractions, Decimal Fractions and Percentages
simplify algebraic expressions.
solve basic algebraic equations including simultaneous
equations
demonstrate an understanding of problems on Direct and
Inverse proportions
draw Linear Graphs using the table and algebraic method
draw Parabolic Graphs using the table and algebraic method
Main Content Mathematical Thinking Skills
Problem Solving Skills
Number Systems
Integers, Rational Numbers; Irrational Numbers
Basic Mathematical Operations
Calculator Skills
Fractions and Decimal Fractions
Percentages
Basic Algebra: variables, expressions and equations
Products and factors
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Graphs: Ordered Pairs; Linear and Quadratic
Linear and Quadratic equations
Pre-requisite modules None
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination None
A.Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 70 Lectures p.w. 3
Assignments & tasks: 4 Practicals p.w.
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessments: tests and exams 16
Selfstudy 60
Total Learning Time 150
Assessment Type e.g. (CAF) CAF: Tutorials, Class and Gateway tests, tasks and assignments,
Term Tests (50%) Examination (50%)
Home Department ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT
Module Topic QUANTITATIVE SKILLS FOR COMMERCE
Generic Module Name QUANTITATIVE SKILLS FOR COMMERCE
Alpha-numeric code QSC131/132
Module numeric Code QSC131/132
Credit Value 15
Duration SEMESTER
Proposed semester/term
Programmes in which the
module is offered
BCom , BCom (ACC) 4-year programme, BCom, BCom Law
Level 5
Main Outcomes At the end of this module a student should be able to :
demonstrate and understand the ability to solve problems with
Commercial applications involving:
ratio, rates and simple proportion
discounts and markdowns, breakeven analysis
time value of money
straight-line and parabolic graphs with particular reference to
revenue/cost/profit supply/demand
exponential and logarithmic curves
drawing and interpreting statistical charts and calculating
mean, median, mode
7Main Content Ratio and proportions, rates, approximations
Pricing a product, profits, breakeven analysis
Simple interest, compound interest, annuities
Straight line graphs and parabolas with link to finance and
economics e.g. supply/demand
Exponential and logarithmic equations and graphs with link
to finance and economics
Descriptive statistics and measures of central tendency.
Pre-requisites QSF131/132 OR QLC (70%)
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations QLC141/142
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 70
Tests & examinations: 12
Assignments & Tasks 6
Selfstudy 62
Total Learning Time 150
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B. Time-table requirement per week.
Lectures p.w. 3
Practicals p.w.
Tutorials p.w. 1
Methods of Student Assessment Examination 50%
Tests, assignments and tasks 50%
Faculty EMS
Home Department Academic Development/SBF/Accounting
Module Topic QUANTITATIVE SKILLS FOR FINANCE
Generic Module Name QUANTITATIVE SKILLS FOR FINANCE
Alpha-numeric Code QSF141
Credit Value 10
Duration 1 semester
Proposed semester to be offered. 1
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
B.Com.(Finance), B.Com.(Financial Accounting),
B.Com.(Economics)
Level 5
Year Level 1
Main Outcomes At the end of this module a student should be able to demonstrate
an understand and the ability to solve problems with Commercial
applications involving:
- Ratio, Rates and Simple Proportion
- Discounts and markdowns, breakeven analysis
- Time Value of Money
- Straight-line and Parabolic graphs with particular reference
to revenue/cost/profit, supply/demand.
- Exponential and logarithmic curves
- Drawing & interpreting statistical charts and calculating
mean, median, mode
Main Content - Ratio & Proportions, Rates, Approximations
- Pricing a product, Profits, Breakeven analysis
- Simple interest, Compound interest, Annuities
- Straight Line graphs and Parabolas with link to Finance &
Economics, e.g. Supply/Demand.
- Exponential and Logarithmic equations & graphs with link
to Finance & Economics
- Descriptive Statistics & Measures of central tendency
Pre-requisite modules NSC MATHEMATICS LEVEL 4 (not Mathematics Literacy)
Co-requisite modules ECO142 and FIA141
Prohibited module Combination QSC131/132, QSA131/132 , MAM126
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 40 Lectures p.w. 2
Assignments & tasks: 0 Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessments 7
Selfstudy 53
Total Learning Time 100
Method of Student Assessment Tests, Assignments and tasks = 50%
Final Examination = 50%
Assessment Module type CAF
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Business Analysis
Business Analysis is offered at the 2nd
year level only to BCom students. The subject comprises of four
modules:
BSA 201 Quantitiative Business Analysis
BSA 203 Analytical & Critical Thinking
BSA 204 Introductory Business Research
BSA202 Business Communication
(This module may only be taken by students with 65% for ALC) Dept to clarify
Home Department ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Module Topic QUANTITATIVE BUSINESS ANALYSIS
Generic Module Name BUSINESS ANALYSIS 201
Numeric code BSA201
Alpha-numeric Code BSA201
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester
Proposed semester/term 2
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
BCom
Level 6
Main Outcomes At the end of the module a student should be able to demonstrate the
ability to:
Calculate, understand and analyse trends in financial ratios
from financial statements
Deal with basic Capital Budgeting problems (NPV, IRR)
Understand and work with Index Numbers
Calculate and interpret Demand and Supply curves and
elasticity
Calculate statistical measures of dispersion
Understand the Normal Distribution curve and its relation to
economic and financial situations
Graphically solve simple Linear Programming problems
Understand the meaning of the derivative of a function and
perform simple differentiation
Main Content Application of mathematical and analytical tools to make
comparisons of ratios over time, against plan, against industry
norms etc
Time value of money
Capital budgeting
Index numbers
Basic mathematics of Supply and Demand theory and
elasticities
Measures of central tendency and dispersion
Normal distributions, z-scores and interpretation
Graphical solution to Linear Programming problems
Introduction to differential calculus
Pre-requisite modules QSC131/132
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 40
Project 30
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Tests & examinations: 6
Selfstudy 24
Total Learning Time 100
B. Time-table requirement per week.
Lectures p.w. 1.5
Practicals p.w. 0
Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessment Type e.g. CAF Examination 50%
Tests, assignments and tasks 50%
Home Department ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT
Module Topic BUSINESS ANALYSIS 202
Generic Module Name BUSINESS ANALYSIS 202
Numeric Code BSA202
Alpha-numeric Code BSA202
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester
Proposed semester/term 2
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
BCom
Level 6
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, students will have demonstrated the
ability to:
Read Business and Academics material comprehensively and
critically
Apply various reading strategies to various kinds of texts
Assess their progress on the on-line reading programme,
Reading Excellence
Write logical, coherent and meaningful academic essays
Analyse and summarize written commercial texts
Construct effective business documents
Main Content Academic reading techniques
Text book analysis
Reading business journals, magazines and newspapers
Computer-Assisted learning
Establishing the relationship between thinking, and reading
and Writing
Contextualization and integration of arguments
Business documents
Pre-requisite modules ALC131/132
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination ACF232
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 35
Project 10
Tests & examinations: 5
Selfstudy 30
Other: Please specify 20
Total Learning Time 100
B. Time-table requirement per week.
Lectures p.w. 1.5
Practicals p.w. 0
Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessment Type e.g. CAF Examination 40%
Continuous Evaluation: 60%Tests, tutorials, assignments
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Home Department ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT
Module Topic BUSINESS ANALYSIS 203
Generic Module Name BUSINESS ANALYSIS 203
Numeric code BSA203
Alpha-numeric Code BSA203
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester
Proposed semester/term 2
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
BCom
Level 6
Main Outcomes On completion of the module students will be able to demonstrate
(a) an understanding of:
The requirements of valid arguments and methods of reasoning
and analysis
The relationships between theory and practice using case study
materials
B- the ability to
Recognize logical fallacies in arguments and to avoid poorly
reasoned arguments and conclusions
Select and apply appropriate analytical tools to interpret case
studies
Analyse case studies professionally and report these results
orally and in writing
Plan and work in teams to achieve these outcomes
Main Content The ingredients of arguments
Fallacies and How arguments fail
Case studies of fallacies
Well structured arguments
Becoming a reasoning person
Linking practical examples to case studies
Interpreting, summarizing and critically analyzing cases
Generalising and theorizing
Formal written and oral presentation of case analysis
Pre-requisite modules ALC131/132
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module
Combination
ACF231
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 40
Project 20
Tests & examinations: 6
Selfstudy 34
Total Learning Time 100
B. Time-table requirement per week.
Lectures p.w. 1.5
Practicals p.w. 0
Tutorials p.w. 1
Methods of Student
Assessment
Examination 40%
Continuous Evaluation: 60%Tests, tutorials, assignments
Home Department ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT
Module Topic BUSINESS ANALYSIS 204
Generic Module Name BUSINESS ANALYSIS 204
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Alpha-numeric Code BSA204
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester
Proposed semester/term 2
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
BCom
Level 6
Main Outcomes After the course students will be able to demonstrate:
An understanding of the basic concepts of Business Research
A basic understanding of the research process for a Business
Research Project
The ability to identify and clarify a workable research topic
The ability to develop a strategy to gather relevant information
The ability to describe and utilize basic data collection
methods
An ability to apply relevant theory to a chosen business-related
research topic or case study
An ability to complete an academically-referenced Research
Report
Main Content Introduction to Business Research
The research process and project plan
Library resources and internet for materials search
Development of research topic and questions
Conducting literature reviews
Gathering and collating information
Selecting and recognize relevant material and critically
evaluating it
Revealing knowledge of and insights into different
perspectives, sides or points of view
Preparing and presenting a business research report and/or
case study using primary and secondary sources
Pre-requisite modules BSA203
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module
Combination
ACF231
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 40
Project 30
Tests & examinations: 6
Selfstudy 24
Total Learning Time 100
B. Time-table requirement per week.
Lectures p.w. 2
Practicals p.w. 1
Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessment Topic e.g. CAF Examination 40%
Continuous Evaluation: 60%Tests, tutorials, assignments
Module Descriptors BCom 3-Year Programme:
Academic Literacy for Commerce
Home Department ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT
Module Topic ACADEMIC LITERACY FOR COMMERCE 131/132
Generic Module Name ACADEMIC LITERACY FOR COMMERCE 131/132
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Numeric code ALC131(Full time and part-time)
ALC132 (Full time repeat module only)
Alpgha-numeric Code ALC
Credit Value 15
Proposed semester/term
Duration SEMESTER
Programmes in which the
module is offered
BCom , BCom Accounting, BCom Law, BAdmin, BCom , BCom
(ACC) 4-year programme
Level 5
Main Outcomes ALC 131/132 aims at improving first-year students’ academic
literacy skills, and the use of productivity software. After the course
students will be able to:
Demonstrate the use of various listening and note-taking
strategies.
Demonstrate an understanding of group dynamics.
Demonstrate an understanding of analytical and critical
thinking
Apply critical and analytical reading skills in various contexts,
e.g. text books & articles in journals, newspapers,
magazines.
Write well constructed- written assignments and academic
essays.
Use references and quotations in a coherent and appropriate
manner.
Summarise main and supporting ideas in written texts.
Write well-constructed reports and proposals.
Effectively utilize IT-based productivity tools to organize
and manage information.
Main Content Listening and note-taking skills
Group dynamics skills
Critical thinking skills
Reading skills
Writing skills
Referencing skills
Digital information literacy skills
Pre-requisites ALB 131 for 4-year programme students only
Co-requisites ALB 131 for 4-year programme students only
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 60
Tests & examinations: 6
Assignments & Tasks 30
DAL 14
Selfstudy 40
Total Learning Time 150
B. Time-table requirement per week.
Lectures p.w. 3
Practicals p.w.
Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessment Type e.g. CAF Continuous evaluation:
60% - tests, tutorials and major assignments
40% - examinations
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Department of Accounting
Accounting for Management ACM231 and ACM233 will be offered for the last time in 2013
Second Year
Home Department ACCOUNTING
Module Topic ACCOUNTING FOR MANAGEMENT 231
Generic Module Name ACCOUNTING FOR MANAGEMENT 231
Module Code ACM231
Credit Value 20
Duration Semester (1st semester)
Module type University
Level 6
Main Outcomes The learner should be able to:
Determine product cost.
Use CVP analysis.
Prepare and interpret budgets
Make decisions based on relevant accounting data
Main Content Cost accumulation for product costing
-Job order costing
-Process costing
-Activity based costing
The scope of management accounting
Cost and revenue classification
Cost-Volume-Profit analysis and interpretation
Preparation of production budgets
Preparation of flexible budgets
Decision making
Make or buy decisions
Continue or discontinue decisions
Pricing decisions
Pre-requisites 55% ACM 131 or ACM132
Or Financial Accounting 131
and
MAN131 or MAN132
ALC 131 or ALC132 and
IFS131 OR IFS132
Co-requisites None
Prohibited combinations Management Accounting 234
Breakdown of learning time Hours B.Time Table requirements per week
Contact with lecturer/ tutor 56 hrs Lectures per week 3
Assignments & Tasks 44hrs Practicals per week 0
Tests & Examinations 8 Tutorials per week 1
Self Study 92hrs
Total Learning Time 200
Assessment type e.g. (CAF) Test, tutorials, assignments and tasks: 40% final mark
Examination : 60% final mark
Home Department ACCOUNTING
Module Topic ACCOUNTING FOR MANAGEMENT 233
Generic Module Name ACCOUNTING FOR MANAGEMENT 233
Alpha Numeric Code ACM233
Credit Value 20
Duration Semester (2nd
semester)
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Module type University
Level 6
Main Outcomes The learner should be able to:
Prepare and present company annual financial statements
Understand financial statements for separate companies and
groups
Prepare and understand the statement of cash flows
Undertake financial analysis and interpretation of financial
statements
Understand business and financial risk
Main Content Framework for the preparation and presentation of financial
statements
Initial recognition and measurement of selected elements of
financial statements
Subsequent measurement of selected elements
Selected International \Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Statement of cash flows
Financial structure and financial instruments
Financial analysis and decision making
Basic business combinations
Capita selecta
Pre-requisites ACM131 or ACM132 with 55% OR FIA131 and
ALC131 or ALC132 and
IFS131 or IFS132
Co-requisites None
Prohibited combinations Accounting Information Applications 237
Breakdown of learning time Hours B.Time Table requirements per week
Contact with lecturer/ tutor 56 hrs
Tests & Examinations 8 Lectures pw 8
Self Study 136
Total Learning Time 200
Assessment type e.g. CAF Test and Tutorials : 40% final mark
Examination : 60% final mark
Department of Accounting
Subject area: Financial Accounting
B. Com (Accounting)
Level 1
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Financial Accounting
Generic module name Financial Accounting 131
Alpha-numeric code FIA131
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. First
Programmes in which the module is
offered.
B Com(Acc) and
B Com (Acc) Extended Curriculum
Level 5
Year Level 1
Main Outcomes At the end of the module the learner should be able to prepare:
-the financial statements of a sole trader
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- various control accounts and their reconciliation (ie. Debtors,
creditors, bank)
Main Content Accounting as information system
Introduction to GAAP and the IFRS Framework
Data processing and double-entry bookkeeping
Subsidiary journals
Control accounts and reconciliation
Revenue recognition and profit determination
Inventory
Property, plant and equipment
Financial statement preparation
Pre-requisites B.Com(Acc) Extended Curriculum: ACC132
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations ACM131 or ACM132 or FIA141
A.Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56
Assignments & tasks: 5
Assessment 9
Selfstudy 80
Total Learning Time 150
B. Time-table Requirement per week
Lectures p.w.3
Practicals p.w 0.
Tutorials p.w. 1
Methods of Student Assessment
Tests and Tutorials : 40% final mark
Examination : 60% final mark
Assessment Module type CFA
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Financial Accounting
Generic module name Financial Accounting 132
Alpha-numeric code FIA132
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. Second
Programmes in which the module is
offered.
B Com (Acc) and
B Com (Acc) Extended Curriculum
Level 5
Year Level 1
Main Outcomes At the end of the module the learner should be able to
prepare:
the financial statements of various forms of business
entities.
an analysis of accrual financial statements
Main Content Non- current assets
Accounting for various forms of business entities
Companies
Non –profit organisations etc.
Statement of cash flows
Reading and analysis of financial statements.
Pre-requisites FIA131
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations FIA142
A.Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
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Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56
Assignments & tasks: 5
Assessment 9
Practicals: 0
Selfstudy 80
Other: Please specify 150
Total Learning Time
B. Time-table Requirement per week
Lectures p.w. 3
Practicals p.w. 0
Tutorials p.w. 1
Methods of Student Assessment
Tests and Tutorials : 40% final mark
Examination : 60% final mark
Assessment Module type CFA
Level 2
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Financial Accounting 214
Generic module name Financial Accounting 214
Alpha-numeric code FIA214
Credit Value 20
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. First
Programmes in which the module is
offered.
B.Com(Acc) and
B Com (Acc) Extended Curriculum
Level 6
Year Level 2
Main Outcomes At the end of the module the learner should be able to:
Recognize, measure and disclose the effects of business
transactions and other events and conditions on a reporting
entity in compliance with the accounting treatment prescribed
by Generally Accepted Accounting Practice, including
International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and
prepare financial reports for the reporting entity and the group
in accordance with GAAP.
Main Content Detailed application of a selection of statements of Generally
Accepted Accounting Practice, including selected standards
from International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and
accounting for group situations.
Pre-requisites FIA 131 and
a final mark of 55% for FIA132 or equivalent.
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations FIA241
A.Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 70
Assignments & tasks: 10
Assessment 0
Practicals: 13
Selfstudy 107
Total Learning Time 200
B. Time-table Requirement per week
Lectures p.w. 4
Practicals p.w. 0
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Tutorials p.w. 1
Methods of Student Assessment
Tests and Tutorials : 40% final mark
Examination : 60% final mark
Assessment Module type CFA
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Financial Accounting
Generic module name Financial Accounting 225
Alpha-numeric code FIA225
Credit Value 20
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. Second
Programmes in which the module is
offered.
B.Com(Acc) and
B Com (Acc) Extended Curriculum
Level 6
Year Level 2
Main Outcomes At the end of the module the learner should be able to:
Recognize, measure and disclose the effects of business
transactions and other events and conditions on a reporting
entity in compliance with the accounting treatment prescribed
by Generally Accepted Accounting Practice, including
International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) , and
prepare financial reports for the reporting entity and the group
in accordance with GAAP.
Main Content Detailed application of a selection of statements of Generally
Accepted Accounting Practice, including selected standards
from International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and
accounting for group situations.
Pre-requisites FIA214
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations FIA242
A.Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 70
Assignments & tasks: 10
Assessment 0
Practicals: 13
Selfstudy 107
Total Learning Time 200
B. Time-table Requirement per week
Lectures p.w. 4
Practicals p.w. 0
Tutorials p.w. 1
Methods of Student Assessment
Tests and Tutorials : 40% final mark
Examination : 60% final mark
Assessment Module type CFA
Level 3
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Financial Accounting
Generic module name Financial Accounting 324
Alpha-numeric code FIA324
Credit Value 60
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Duration Year
Proposed semester to be offered. Year course
Programmes in which the module is
offered.
B.Com(Acc) and
B.Com(Acc) Extended Curriculum
Level 7
Year Level 3
Main Outcomes At the end of this module, the learner should be able to:
Recognize, measure and disclose the effects of business
transactions and other events and conditions on a reporting
entity in compliance with the accounting treatment
prescribed by Generally Accepted Accounting Practice,
including International Financial Reporting Standards
(IFRS) , and prepare financial reports for the reporting
entity and the group in accordance with GAAP.
Main Content Detailed application of a selection of statements of
Generally Accepted Accounting Practice, including
selected standards from International Financial Reporting
Standards (IFRS) and accounting for group situations.
Pre-requisites FIA214 and FIA225
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations FIA341 and FIA342
A.Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 168
Assignments & tasks: 10
Assessment 0
Practicals: 15
Selfstudy 407
Total Learning Time 600
B. Time-table Requirement per week
Lectures p.w. 5
Practicals p.w.0
Tutorials p.w. 1
Methods of Student Assessment
Tests and Tutorials : 50% final mark
Examination : 50% final mark (Two three hour
examination papers)
Assessment Module type CFA
Subject area: Financial Accounting
B. Com (Financial Accounting)
Level 1
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Financial Accounting
Generic Module Name Financial Accounting 141/143
Alpha-numeric Code FIA141/FIA143
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered FIA141 First semester
FIA 143 Second semester
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
University
Level 5
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Year Level 1
Main Outcomes Students should be able to:
Define and apply the accounting concepts relating to the
elements of the accounting equation.
Record transactions using the double entry system.
Distinguish between cash and accrual accounting.
Apply accrual accounting and other adjustments to the pre-
adjustment trial balance.
Distinguish between two methods of recording inventory and
be able to apply both.
Prepare various control accounts and their reconciliation.
Prepare the financial statements of a service and trading
business.
Analyse and do a basic interpretation of the financial
statements of a sole proprietor.
Main Content Accounting as information system
Data processing and double-entry bookkeeping
Accounting for Value Added Tax.
Operation of cash controls
Bank reconciliation procedures
Preparation of the financial statements (excluding statement
of cash flows) of a sole trader
Elementary analysis and interpretation of the financial
statements of a sole trader
Pre-requisite modules B.Com Extended Programme:
ACC130 or ACC131 or ACC133 and QSF131 or QSF132
Co-requisite modules QSF141 or QSC131 or QSC132 or MAT126
Prohibited module Combination FIA131
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56 Lectures p.w. 3
Assignments & tasks: 28 Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessments 13
Selfstudy 53
Total Learning Time 150
Method of Student Assessment Tests and Tutorials : 50% final mark
Examination : 50% final mark
Assessment Module type CFA
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Financial Accounting
Generic Module Name Financial Accounting 142
Alpha-numeric Code FIA142
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. Second
Programmes in which the module will
be offered
University
Level 5
Year Level 1
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, the learner should be able to:
Apply the conceptual framework to the preparation of
financial statements of different entities
Prepare the statement of cash flows on either the direct or
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indirect method
Apply the statement of cash flows in the analysis of
performance and financial position of an entity
Analyse and interpret financial statements
Main Content Record transactions manually in subsidiary journals and
ledgers and do relevant controls
Recognition, measurement and classification of elements of
the financial statements
Financial Statements(Including statement of cash flows) of
different entities: Close Corporations
Companies
Non Profit Organisations
Analysis and Interpretation of financial statements
Pre-requisite modules FIA141 and QSF141 or QSC131 and ALC131
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination FIA132
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56 Lectures p.w. 3
Assignments & tasks: 14 Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessments 9
Selfstudy 21
Total Learning Time 100
Method of Student Assessment Tests and, tutorials:
50%of Final mark
Examination:50
% of Final mark
Assessment Module type CFA
Level 2
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Financial Accounting
Generic Module Name Financial Accounting 241
Alpha-numeric Code FIA241
Credit Value 20
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. First
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
B Com (Financial Accounting), B Com (Finance), B Com
Level 6
Year Level 2
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, the learner should be able to:
Prepare and present company annual financial statements
including disclosure of relevant notes to the financial statements
Manually and by means of an accounting software package
calculate financial ratios
Analyse and interpret financial statements
Main Content Conceptual Framework and preparation and presentation of
financial statements.
Basic income tax calculations and deferred tax principles
Initial recognition and measurement, subsequent measurement
and disclosure of the following selected elements of financial
statements in terms of International Financial Reporting Standards
(IFRS):
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Revenue
Inventory
Property, plant & equipment
Intangible assets
Provisions, contingent liabilities and contingent assets
Utilising accounting software in order to calculate financial ratios
of a company
Analysis and interpretation of financial statements
Capita selecta as determined by the Department of Accounting.
Pre-requisite modules FIA 141 and FIA 142 or
FIA 131 and FIA 132
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination FIA214
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56 Lectures p.w. 3
Assignments & tasks: 40 Practicals p.w. 0.5
Practicals: 9 Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessments 14
Selfstudy 81
Total Learning Time 200
Method of Student Assessment 50% Tests, practicals & assignments
50% Exam
Assessment Module type CFA
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Financial Accounting
Generic Module Name Financial Accounting 242
Alpha-numeric Code FIA242
Credit Value 20
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. Second semester
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
B Com (Financial Accounting), B Com (Finance), B Com
Level 6
Year Level 2
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, the learner should be able to:
Prepare and present company annual financial statements
including the disclosure of relevant notes to the financial
statements
Calculate the effect on financial statements as result of
management decisions relating to changes in accounting policies,
estimates and the effect of fundamental errors
Prepare basic business combinations
Undertake financial analysis and interpretation of financial
statements and report thereon
Assess business and financial risk
Main Content Initial recognition and measurement, subsequent measurement
and disclosure of the following selected elements of financial
statements in terms of International Financial Reporting Standards
(IFRS):
Net profit, prior period errors and changes in accounting policy
Events after reporting period
Earnings per share
Statement of cash flows
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Financial structure and financial instruments
Financial analysis and decision making
Basic business combinations
Borrowing costs
Interpretation of financial analysis of a company including the
identification of any financial and business risk and reporting
thereon
Use the report writer of an accounting package to prepare reports
to management on the financial performance and financial
position of a company
Capita selecta as determined by the Department of Accounting.
Pre-requisite modules FIA 241 or
FIA 214
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination FIA225
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56 Lectures p.w. 3
Assignments & tasks: 40 Practicals p.w. 0.5
Practicals: 14 Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessments 9
Selfstudy 81
Total Learning Time 200
Method of Student Assessment 50% Tests,
practicals &
assigments
50% Exam
Assessment Module type CFA
Level 3
Faculty Economic and Management Accounting
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Financial Accounting
Generic Module Name Financial Accounting 341
Alpha-numeric Code FIA341
Credit Value 30
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. First
Programmes in which the module will
be offered
B Com (Financial Accounting), B.Com
Level 7
Year Level 3
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, the learner should be able to:
Prepare and present financial statements for companies in
terms of International Financial Reporting Standards
(IFRS);
Main Content This module will cover the following specific topics:
The Conceptual Framework;
Preparation and presentation Financial Statements,
including the statement of cash flows and notes to the
financial statements;
A selection of standards from International Financial
Reporting Standards (IFRS), including but not limited to
the following:
Financial instruments: Disclosures;
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Taxation;
Leases;
Property, plant and equipment;
Investment property;
Intangible assets;
Provisions, contingent assets and liabilities
Borrowing costs;
Earnings per share (separate companies);
Events after the reporting period.
The IFRS on Construction Contracts will be covered on
the level of awareness
Write reports on financial and business risk as well as on
financial performance and financial position.
Pre-requisite modules FIA241 and FIA242 or
FIA214 and FIA225
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination FIA324
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 70 Lectures p.w. 4
Assignments & tasks: 112 Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessments 9
Selfstudy 109
Total Learning Time 300
Method of Student Assessment Tests, tutorials and
practicals:
50% of final mark
Examination:
50% of final mark
Assessment Module type CFA
Faculty Economic and Management Accounting
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Financial Accounting
Generic Module Name Financial Accounting 342
Alpha-numeric Code FIA342
Credit Value 30
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. Second
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
B Com (Financial Accounting), B Com
Level 7
Year Level 3
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, the learner should be able to:
Prepare and present separate and consolidated financial
statements for companies in terms of International Financial
Reporting Standards (IFRS);
Main Content This module will cover the following specific topics:
Group financial statements;
Preparation and presentation of Group Financial Statements,
including the group statement of cash flows and notes to the
group financial statements;
Selected standards from International Financial Reporting
Standards (IFRS), including but not limited to the following:
Taxation;
Share based payments;
Segmental reporting;
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Earnings per share (group);
Foreign entities and the effects of changes in foreign
exchange rates;
Non-current assets held for sale and discontinued operations;
Related party disclosure.
The IFRS on share based payments and segmental reporting
will be covered at the level of awareness
Case study of a group annual report of a selected listed public
company.
Pre-requisite modules FIA341
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination FIA324
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 70 Lectures p.w. 4
Assignments & tasks: 112 Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessments 9
Selfstudy 109
Total Learning Time 300
Method of Student Assessment Tests, tutorials and
practicals:
50% of final mark
Examination:
50% of final mark
Assessment Module type CFA
Subject area: Auditing
B Com (Accounting) programme
Level 2
Module Topic Auditing
Alpha-numeric Code AUD236
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester
Proposed Semester to be Offered 2
Programmes in which the Module
is Offered
B Com (Accounting) and
B Com (Accounting) Extended Curriculum
Level 6
Year Level 2
Main Outcomes Upon completion of the module, a student should be able to:
Explain the functions and responsibilities of an external auditor.
Explain the importance of ethical behaviour by professional
accountants, and apply SAICA’s Code of Professional Conduct
to scenario-type questions.
Apply the Auditing Profession Act, specifically sections 45 and
46, to scenario-type questions.
Explain the flow of the external audit process.
Explain concepts and principles important to the external audit
process, e.g. materiality and risk assessment.
Perform a basic risk assessment.
Calculate materiality, with motivation.
Explain control techniques.
Design basic internal control systems, identify weaknesses in a
control system and recommend improvement to address such
weaknesses.
Draft tests of controls.
Explain the different types of reports that an external auditor
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can issue.
Main Content An introduction to external auditing
SAICA’s Code of Professional Conduct
The Auditing Profession Act
The audit process
Materiality determination
Risk assessment
Internal control techniques
Audit testing techniques
The application of control techniques to two cycles
The application of audit testing techniques to two cycles
Pre-requisites BET211
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations AUD241 and AUD242
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with Lecturer/Tutor 42
Assignments and Tasks 7
Assessments 15
Practicals 0
Self-study 36
Total Learning Time 100
Time-table Requirements per
Week
Lectures 2
Practicals 0
Tutorials 1
Methods of Student Assessment Coursework: 50% of final mark
Final exam: 50% of final mark
Assessment Module Type CFA
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Business Ethics
Generic Module Name Business Ethics 211
Alpha-numeric Code BET211
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester
Proposed Semester to be Offered 1
Programmes in which the Module is
Offered
B Com (Accounting) and
B Com (Accounting) Extended Curriculum
Level 6
Year Level 2
Main Outcomes Upon completion of the module, a student should be able to:
Explain the purpose of this module, as well as the
arguments for and against the teaching of ethics at tertiary
level.
Explain the arguments for and against the notion that
ethics belongs in the business environment.
Explain the core elements of some important value
systems, including the African value system, Judaism and
Christianity, and Islam.
Explain the ideas of ethical absolutism and relativism,
and criticize extreme relativism.
Explain the basic theory of the following theories of
ethics, and criticize the theories:
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Virtue ethics.
Rule morality, and more specifically Kant’s version
thereof.
Utilitarianism, and more specifically Bentham’s and
Mill’s versions thereof.
Make ethical decisions by applying Kant’s version of rule
morality and Bentham’s and Mill’s versions of
utilitarianism to scenarios.
Explain a process that can be used for the purposes of
ethical decision-making.
Explain the argument in favour of a free market system as
put forward by Adam Smith.
Explain Karl Marx’s theory about the inevitable march of
history, and criticize his theory.
Explain the central ideas of some theories of economic
justice.
Explain some notions about the moral obligations of the
corporation, specifically corporate social responsibility.
Explain the basic ideas of corporate governance, focusing
on the role of the board of directors.
Explain the arguments relating to executive remuneration
as a contentious governance-related matter.
Explain the steps in the process of ethics management,
and the problems involved in ethics management,
particularly in the context of a company with suppliers in
developing countries.
Explain the characteristics of a profession, and how those
characteristics apply to the accounting and auditing
professions.
Explain the basic structure of IFAC’s Code of Conduct,
as adopted by SAICA and IRBA, and the fundamental
principles in that code.
Explain three theories about the nature of the
organization.
Main Content Some important value systems
General theory of ethics
Issues of macro-ethics
The moral obligations of the modern corporation
An introduction to corporate governance
Ethics management
The professional status of the professional accountant
Some organisational theories
Pre-requisites MAN131 or MAN132; and
FIA132 or equivalent; and
ALC131 or ALC132
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations BET242
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with Lecturer/Tutor 28
Assignments and Tasks 30
Assessments 5.5
Practicals 0
Self-study 36.5
Total Learning Time 100
B. Time-table Requirements per
89
Week
Lectures 2
Practicals 0
Tutorials 0
Methods of Student Assessment Coursework: 60% of final mark
Final exam: 40% of final mark
Assessment Module Type CFA
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic ACCOUNTING INFORMATION APPLICATIONS
Generic Module Name ACCOUNTING INFORMATION APPLICATIONS ACC 237
Alpha Numeric Code ACC237
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered Second
Programmes in which the module is
offered
BCom (Acc)
BCom (Acc) Extended Curriculum
Level 6
Year level 2
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, a student should be able to:
Understand the need for access to information.
Be familiar with and identify the opportunities to use
information as a business tool.
Understand the basic components of a business process model.
Use process models to document business activities.
Critically appraise a business process model.
Enhance financial reporting using IT tools.
Use spreadsheets to analyse business data.
Use accounting software packages to process accounting
information.
Use business intelligence software to provide. management
information and financial reporting
Demonstrating an understanding of e-business systems
Main Content The role of information within business.
Business processes and enterprise software.
Data Modelling and Business Intelligence.
Processing using computerised accounting packages.
Using spreadsheets for financial analysis and reporting.
Using Internet tools in an accounting context
Capita selecta as determined by the Department of Accounting
Pre-requisites IFS 131 or IFS132
and FIA131 and FIA132
Co-requisites None
Prohibited combinations None
Breakdown of learning time Hours
Contact with lecturer/ tutor 42
Assignments & tasks: 10
Assessment: 12
Practicals: 6
Self Study 30
Total Learning Time 100
Time-table requirement per week
Lectures p.w. 1
Practicals p.w.2
Tutorials p.w.0
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Method of student assessment Test and Tutorials :50% final mark
Examination :50% final mark
Assessment module type CFA
Level 3
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Auditing
Generic Module Name Auditing 322
Alpha-numeric Code AUD322
Credit Value 30
Duration Year
Proposed Semester to be Offered Year
Programmes in which the Module
will be Offered
B Com (Accounting) and
B Com (Accounting) Extended Curriculum
Level 7
Year Level 3
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, a student should be able to:
Discuss, explain and apply the regulatory principles, particularly
as contained in the International Standards of Auditing,
governing the external auditor’s work.
Discuss and apply the various stages of the external audit
process to a given scenario.
Apply the principles and concepts governing the various stages
of the external audit process,
e.g. materiality and risk assessment
Design, evaluate, test and criticize the internal controls systems
in a given scenario.
Design, for manual and computerised environments, audit
programmes.
Formulate, select and discuss the appropriate type of audit report
that an external auditor can issue in a given situation.
Critically discuss and apply principles of corporate governance.
All of the outcomes found in the Auditing 236 module descriptor are examinable in this module.
Main Content The stages of the external audit process
Concepts and principles important to the external audit process,
e.g. materiality and risk assessment
The regulatory environment governing the external auditor’s
work, including International Standards of Auditing
Internal controls in manual and computerised environments
Audit testing in manual and computerised environments
The reports that an external auditor can issue
Corporate governance
IT applications
Pre-requisites CPL211; and
AUD236; and
FIA214 and FIA225
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations AUD341
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with Lecturer/Tutor 112
Assignments and Tasks 30
Practicals 0
Assessments 10.5
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Self-study 147.5
Total Learning Time 300
Time-table Requirements per
Week
Lectures 4
Practicals 0
Tutorials 4
Methods of Student Assessment Coursework: 50% of final mark
Final exam: 50% of final mark
Assessment Module Type CFA
Subject area: Auditing
B Com (Financial Accounting)
Level 2
Faculty Economic and Management Accounting
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Internal Auditing
Generic Module Name Auditing 241
Alpha-numeric Code AUD241
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester
Proposed Semester to be Offered 1
Programmes in which the Module
will be Offered
B Com (Financial Accounting), B.Com
Level 6
Year Level 2
Main Outcomes Upon completion of the module, a student should be able to:
Explain basic theory relating to the role of the internal auditing
function in the modern corporation
Explain types of internal audit
Explain the importance of the Institute of InternaI Auditors’
standards for the professional practice of internal auditing, and
apply some of these standards to scenario-type questions
Explain the performance objectives of organisations
Explain important concepts relating to risk assessment, and
perform basic risk assessments
Explain control frameworks, with an emphasis on control
techniques
Explain how audit evidence can be collected and assessed
Explain the flow of the internal audit process
Main Content The emerging role of internal auditing
Types of internal audit
The Institute of InternaI Auditors’ standards for the professional
practice of internal auditing
The performance objectives of organisations
Risk assessment
Control frameworks
Audit evidence
The internal audit process and documentation
Pre-requisite Modules FIA141 and FIA142 or
FIA131 and FIA132, AND
ALC131 or ALC132
Co-requisite Modules None
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Prohibited Module Combination AUD236
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with Lecturer/Tutor 42
Assignments and Tasks 18
Practicals 0
Assessments 5
Self-study 35
Total Learning Time 100
B. Time-table Requirement per
Week
Lectures 3
Practical 0
Tutorials 0
Methods of Student Assessment CAM: 50% of final mark
Final exam: 50% of final mark
Assessment Module Type CFA
Faculty Economic and Management Accounting
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Internal Auditing
Generic Module Name Auditing 242
Alpha-numeric Code AUD242
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester
Proposed Semester to be Offered 2
Programmes in which the Module
will be Offered
B Com (Financial Accounting), B Com
Level 6
Year Level 2
Main Outcomes Upon completion of the module, a student should be able to:
Explain the flow of the internal audit process
Explain basic theory relating to control and performance
evaluation, e.g. the purpose of controls and the types of controls
Explain the theory relating to audit engagement tools, statistics
and quantitative methods, focusing on the application of
sampling
Explain the steps to be followed during the planning phase of the
internal audit engagement
Explain the steps to be followed when drafting an audit report,
including follow-up actions
Apply the above theory to scenario-type questions
Explain sound corporate governance practices, and apply
corporate governance theory to scenario-type questions
Explain the interaction between an organisation’s financial
accounting function, internal audit function and external auditors
Explain the internal auditor’s duties regarding the organisation’s
regulatory and legal compliance
Main Content The internal audit process and documentation
Control and performance evaluation
Audit engagement tools, statistics and quantitative methods
Engagement planning
Audit reporting and follow-up
Corporate governance
The internal audit function and financial accounting and finance
The legal and regulatory environment
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Auditing in a computerised environment
General and application controls
CAATS
Pre-requisite Modules AUD241
Co-requisite Modules None
Prohibited Module Combination AUD236
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with Lecturer/Tutor 42
Assignments and Tasks 18
Practicals 0
Assessments 5
Self-study 35
Total Learning Time 100
B. Time-table Requirement per
Week
Lectures 3
Practical 0
Tutorials 0
Methods of Student Assessment CAM: 50% of final mark
Final exam: 50% of final mark
Assessment Module Type CFA
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Business Ethics
Generic Module Name Business Ethics 242
Alpha-numeric Code BET242
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. 2
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
B Com(Financial Accounting), B Com (Finance), B Com (Human
Resources), B Com
Level 6
Year Level 2
Main Outcomes Upon successful completion of this module, a student should be
able to:
Explain the purpose of this module, as well as the arguments for
and against the teaching of ethics at tertiary level.
Explain the arguments for and against the notion that ethics
belongs in the business environment.
Explain some core elements of some important value systems,
including the African value system, Judaism and Christianity, and
Islam.
Explain the ideas of ethical absolutism and relativism, and criticise
extreme relativism.
Explain the basic theory of the following theories of ethics, and
criticise the theories:
Virtue ethics
Rule morality, and more specifically Kant’s version thereof
Utilitarianism, and more specifically Bentham’s and Mill’s
versions thereof
Apply Kant’s version of rule morality and Bentham’s and Mill’s
versions of utilitarianism to scenarios.
Explain a process that can be used for the purposes of ethical
decision-making.
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Explain the argument in favour of a free market system as put
forward by Smith.
Explain Marx’s theory about the inevitable march of history, and
criticise his theory.
Explain the central ideas of some theories of economic justice
Explain some notions about the moral obligations of the
corporation, specifically corporate social responsibility.
Explain the basic ideas of corporate governance, focusing on the
role of the board of directors.
Explain the arguments relating to executive remuneration as a
contentious governance-related matter.
Explain the steps in the process of ethics management, and the
problems involved in ethics management, particularly in the
context of a company with suppliers in developing countries.
Explain three theories about the nature of the organisation.
Main Content Some value systems
Some important ethical theories
The free market system and the Marxist critique of the free market
system
The moral obligations of the corporation
Corporate governance
Ethics management
Some theories about the nature of the organisation
Pre-requisite modules ALC131 or ALC132
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination BET211
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28 Lectures p.w. 2
Assignments & tasks: 30 Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 0
Assessments 5.5
Selfstudy 36.5
Total Learning Time 100
Method of Student Assessment CAM: 60%
Exam: 40%
Assessment Module type CFA
Level 3
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Internal Auditing
Generic Module Name Auditing 341
Alpha-numeric Code AUD341
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Proposed Semester to be Offered 1
Programmes in which the Module
will be Offered
B.Com (Financial Accounting)
Level 7
Year Level 3
Main Outcomes Upon completion of the module, a student should be able to:
Assess controls as outlined in a scenario-type question, point
out control weaknesses, and make recommendations about
controls that can be implemented to address such weaknesses
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Explain what quality assurance should involve, and apply the
relevant theory to a scenario-type question
Explain the independent review process
Main Content Auditing in a computerised environment – networks and related
concepts
Controls techniques
Controls in the following cycles:
Revenue and receipts cycle
Acquisition and payments cycle
Inventory and production cycle
Payroll and personnel cycle
Internal audit quality
Overview of the independent review process
Pre-requisite Modules AUD241 and AUD242
Co-requisite Modules None
Prohibited Module Combination AUD327
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with Lecturer/Tutor 56
Assignments and Tasks 18
Practicals 0
Assessments 7
Self-study 69
Total Learning Time 150
Time-table Requirement per Week
Lectures 3
Practical 0
Tutorials 1
Methods of Student Assessment CAM: 50% of final mark
Final exam: 50% of final mark
Assessment Module Type CFA
Subject Area: Management Accounting and Financial Management
B Com (Accounting) programme
Level 2
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Management Accounting
Generic Module Name Management Accounting 234
Alpha Numeric Code MAC234
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered First
Programmes in which the module
is offered
BCom (Acc)
BCom (Acc) Extended Curriculum
Level 6
Year level 2
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, students will be able to:
Explain the basic concepts and processes in establishing the costs
that are incurred when producing a product or providing a
service;
Prepare and comment on cost statements or cost reports based on
job order costing, process costing, joint and by-product costing
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and activity based costing;
Analyse the relationship between cost, volume and profit and
interpret the results;
Prepare income statements based on variable costing and
absorption costing, and reconcile the net income under the two
methods;
Discuss the budget development process, compile various
operating budgets and financial budgets and comment on their
use as control instruments;
Comment on the standard costing
system as a control technique, compute basic variances and
reconcile actual profit with budgeted profit;
Evaluate the performance of managers;
Main Content Functions of management accounting, and relationship between
financial and management accounting;
Cost concepts and classifications
Cost elements – materials, labour and overheads
Cost accumulation systems – job costing, process costing;
Direct and absorption costing
Cost-volume –profit analysis
Budgeting
Standard costing
Pre-requisites FIA131 and FIA132 and ALC131 or ALC132
Co-requisites None
Prohibited combinations MAC241
A. Breakdown of learning time Amended Hours
Contact with lecturer/ tutor 56
Assignments & tasks: 0
Assessment: 9
Practicals: 0
Self Study 35
Total Learning Time 100
B. Time-table requirement per week
Lectures p.w. 3
Practicals p.w. -0
Tutorials p.w. 1
Methods of student assessment: Tests and Tutorials : 40% final mark
Examination : 60% final mark
Assessment module type: CFA
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Corporate and Financial Management
Generic Module Name Corporate and Financial Management CFM221
Alpha-numeric Code CFM221
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered Second
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
BCom (Acc)
BCom (Acc) Extended Curriculum
Level 6
Year level 2
Main Outcomes At the end of the module students will be able to:
Develop and evaluate an entity’s strategies.
Demonstrate an understanding of an entity’s plan for risk
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management.
Demonstrate an understanding of an entity’s governance model.
Establish and evaluate overall financial goals.
Analyse an entity’s financial situation.
Demonstrate an understanding of strategies for avoiding and
dealing with business failure.
Demonstrate a conceptual understanding of risk and return and
the portfolio theory.
Demonstrate an understanding of the cost of capital and the
capital structure of an entity.
Demonstrate a conceptual understanding of the capital budgeting
process.
Main Content Business strategy.
Risk management concepts.
Aspects of corporate governance.
Functions of financial management.
Analysis of financial information.
Business in difficulty.
Time value of money.
Risk and return and the portfolio theory.
Cost of capital.
Capital structure.
Capital budgeting.
Pre-requisite modules MAC234 and BET211
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination FIM242
A.Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 42 Lectures p.w. 2
Assignments & tasks: 15 Practicals p.w. -
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessments 9
Selfstudy 34
Total Learning Time 100
Methods of student assessment CAM – 40% final mark
Examination – 60% final mark
Assessment module type CFA
Level 3
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Management Accounting
Generic Module Name Management Accounting 314
Alpha Numeric Code MAC314
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered First
Programmes in which the
module is offered
B.Com(Acc) and
B.Com(Acc) Extended Curriculum
Level 7
Year level 3
Main Outcomes At the end of the module the learner should be able to:
Demonstrate an understanding of costing concepts and their
application in the design, implementation and operation of costing
systems.
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Devise appropriate indicators of performance to measure and
evaluate management performance and provide information for
management control decision-making and system design.
Main Content Joint and by-product costing
Cost volume profit analysis
Relevant cost
Activity-based costing
Budgeting
Standard costing
Divisional performance measures and transfer pricing
Cost estimation and behaviour
Linear programming
IT applications
Pre-requisites MAC234
Co-requisites None
Prohibited combinations MAC341
A. Breakdown of learning time Hours
Contact with lecturer/ tutor 56
Assignments & tasks: 0
Assessment: 9
Practicals: 0
Self Study 85
Total Learning Time 150
B. Time-table requirement per week
Lectures p.w. 3
Practicals p.w.0 -
Tutorials p.w. 1
Methods of student assessment: Tests and Tutorials : 40% final mark
Examination : 60% final mark
Assessment module type: CFA
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Generic Module Name FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT FMA324
Alpha Numeric Code FMA324
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered Second
Programmes in which the
module is offered
B.Com(Acc) and
B.Com(Acc) Extended Curriculum
Level 7
Year level 3
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, the learner should be able to:
Demonstrate an understanding of the investment, financing and
dividend decisions relating to an entity and its activities, within the
context of its environment
Make recommendations designed to responsibly manage an entity
through effective use of financial resources and in accordance with
the strategic objectives of the entity.
Main Content Valuations
Capital Budgeting
Management of working capital
Cost of Capital
Capital structure
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Financing decisions
Dividends
Mergers, takeovers and divestitures
Treasury function
IT applications
Pre-requisites CFM221 and
MAC314
Co-requisites None
Prohibited combinations FIM342
A. Breakdown of learning time Hours
Contact with lecturer/ tutor 56
Assignments & tasks: 10
Assessment: 9
Practicals: 0
Self Study 75
Total Learning Time 150
B. Time-table requirement per week
Lectures p.w. 3
Practicals p.w.0
Tutorials p.w. 1
Methods of student assessment: Tests and Tutorials : 40% final mark
Examination : 60% final mark
Assessment module type: CFA
Subject Area: Management Accounting and Financial Management
B Com (Financial Accounting)
Level 2
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Management Accounting
Generic Module Name Management Accounting 241
Alpha-numeric Code MAC241
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. First
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
B Com (Financial Accounting), B Com (Finance), B Com
Level 6
Year Level 2
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, the learner should be able to:
Explain the basic concepts and processes in establishing the costs
that are incurred when producing a product or providing a service;
Prepare cost statements or cost reports based on job order costing,
process costing, joint and by-product costing and activity based
costing;
Analyse the relationship between cost, volume and profit and
interpret the results;
Prepare the statement of comprehensive income based on variable
costing and absorption costing, and reconcile the net income
under the two methods;
Discuss the budget development process, compile various
operating budgets and financial budgets.
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Applying basic techniques and principles in the decision making
process.
Main Content Functions of management accounting, and relationship between
financial and management accounting;
Cost concepts, classifications and the nature of costs;
Cost elements – materials, labour and overheads;
Cost accumulation systems – job costing, process costing and
activity-based costing;
Direct and absorption costing;
Cost-volume-profit analysis;
Budgeting;
Basic decision making applications.
Pre-requisite modules FIA141 and FIA142 or
FIA131 and FIA132 and
QSF141 or QSC131 or QSC132 or MAT126 and
ALC131 or ALC132
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination MAC234
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56 Lectures p.w. 3
Assignments & tasks: 0 Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessments 9
Selfstudy 35
Total Learning Time 100
Method of Student Assessment Test and Tutorials: 50% Final mark
Examination:
50% Final mark
Assessment Module type CFA
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Financial Management
Generic Module Name Financial Management 242
Alpha-numeric Code FIM242
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. 2nd
Semester
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
B Com (Financial Accounting), B Com
Level 6
Year Level 2
Main Outcomes At the end of this module, the learner should be able to:
Evaluate an entity’s financial strategies.
Evaluate overall financial goals.
Analyse an entity’s financial situation.
Comprehend the principles of risk and return.
Calculate and apply the concepts of cost of capital and the capital
structure of an entity.
Demonstrate a conceptual understanding of capital budgeting
process.
Main Content Business strategy.
Risk management concepts.
Functions of financial management.
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Analysis of financial information.
Time value of money.
Risk and return.
Cost of capital.
Capital structure.
Capital budgeting.
Pre-requisite modules MAC241 or MAC234
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination CFM221
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56 Lectures p.w. 3
Assignments & tasks: 0 Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessments 9
Selfstudy 35
Total Learning Time 100
Method of Student Assessment Test and Tutorials:
50% Final mark
Examination:
50% Final mark
Assessment Module type CFA
Level 3
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Management Accounting
Generic Module Name Management Accounting 341
Alpha-numeric Code MAC341
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. First
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
B Com (Financial Accounting), B Com
Level 7
Year Level 3
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, students should be able to:
Apply costing concepts in the design, implementation and
operation of costing systems.
Apply appropriate indicators of performance to measure and
evaluate management performance and provide information for
management control decision-making and system design.
Main Content Joint and by-product costing
Cost volume profit analysis
Relevant cost and decision making
Activity-based costing
Zero based budgeting
Standard costing
Divisional performance measures and transfer pricing
Pre-requisite modules MAC241 or
MAC234
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination MAC314
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56 Lectures p.w. 3
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Assignments & tasks: - Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessments 9
Selfstudy 85
Total Learning Time 150
Method of Student Assessment Test and Tutorials:
50% Final mark
Examination:
50% Total mark
Assessment Module type CFA
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Financial Management
Generic Module Name Financial Management 342
Alpha-numeric Code FIM342
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. 2nd
semester
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
B Com (Financial Accounting), B Com
Level 7
Year Level 3
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, students should be able to:
Calculate, analyse and evaluate investment, financing and
dividend decisions relating to an entity and its activities.
Main Content Valuations
Capital Budgeting
Management of working capital
Cost of Capital
Capital structure
Financing decisions
Dividends
Pre-requisite modules FIM242 or CFM221 and
MAC341 or MAC314
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination FMA324
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56 Lectures p.w. 3
Assignments & tasks: - Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessments 9
Selfstudy 85
Total Learning Time 150
Method of Student Assessment Test and Tutorials:
50% Final mark
Examination:
50% Final mark
Assessment Module type CFA
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Subject Area: Taxation
B Com (Accounting) programme
Level 2
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Taxation
Generic module name Taxation 228
Alpha-numeric code TAX228
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. Second
Programmes in which the module is
offered.
B.Com(Acc)
B.Com(Acc) Extended Curriculum
Level 6
Year Level 2
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, the learner should be able to:
Identify the main provisions, identify and interpret relevant
information, and do basic calculations of the Income Tax
Act, The Value-Added Tax Act.
Identify the different concepts, interpret and analyse the
information in the framework for the determination of
taxable income and income tax
Main Content Gross Income, Exempt Income and Taxable Income
General Deductions Formula
Special Deductions
Individuals
Administration, Returns, Assessments, Objection and Appeal
Value-Added Tax, Donations Tax and Estate Duty
Taxation of capital gains
Pre-requisites ALC131or ALC132 and FIA214
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations TAX242
A.Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 42
Assignments & tasks:
Assessment 7
Practicals:
Selfstudy 51
Total Learning Time 100
B. Time-table Requirement per week
Lectures p.w. 2
Practicals p.w.0
Tutorials p.w. 1
Methods of Student Assessment
Test & Tutorials (DP): 40% of final mark
Examination: 60% of final mark
Assessment Module type CFA
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Level 3
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Taxation
Generic module name Taxation327
Alpha-numeric code TAX327
Credit Value 30
Duration Year
Proposed semester to be offered. Year
Programmes in which the module is
offered.
B.Com(Acc) and
B.Com(Acc) Extended Curriculum
Level 7
Year Level 3
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, the learner should be able to:
Identify the main provisions, identify and interpret relevant
information, and do basic and complex calculations of the
Income Tax Act, The Value-Added Tax Act and Estate duty
Act
Extract the relevant information required for the calculation
of a person’s liability for normal tax, value-added tax,
donations tax, provisional tax and turnover tax; and
Calculate a person’s liabilities for normal tax, value-added
tax, donations tax , provisional tax and turnover tax
Main Content Normal Tax
Business entities
Value-Added Tax
Donations Tax
Turnover Tax
Capital Gains Tax
Special rules on employees
Assessed losses
Trading stock
Provisional Tax
IT applications
Pre-requisites TAX228; and
FIA214 and FIA225
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations TAX343
A.Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 112
Assignments & tasks: 28
Assessment
Practicals: 12
Selfstudy 148
Total Learning Time 300
B. Time-table Requirement per week
Lectures p.w. 3
Practicals p.w.0
Tutorials p.w.1
Methods of Student Assessment
Tests and Tutorials : 50% final mark
Examination : 50% final mark
Assessment Module type CFA
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Subject Area: Taxation
B Com (Financial Accounting) programme
Level 2
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Taxation
Generic Module Name Taxation 242
Alpha-numeric Code TAX242
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. Semester 2
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
B Com (Financial Accounting) , B Com
Level 6
Year Level 2
Main Outcomes At the end of the modules students should be able to:
Define and identify the different components of the taxable
income framework.
Identify information required to calculate an individual’s
taxable income
Calculate an individual’s taxable income.
Identify and distinguish between different types of retirement
benefits.
Perform Retirement benefit calculations for an Individual.
Complete an individual’s tax return
Main Content Gross Income: General Definitions
:Special Inclusions
Exemptions
General Deductions: General Definition
:Special Deductions
Individuals
Retirement Benefit Planning
Pre-requisite modules FIA141 and FIA142 or
FIA131, and FIA132 AND
ALC131 or ALC132
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination TAX228
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56 Lectures p.w. 3
Assignments & tasks: 10 Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessments 8
Selfstudy 26
Total Learning Time 100
Method of Student Assessment Tests , Tutorials and
Assignments (CAM):
50 % of final mark
Examination:
50% of Final Mark
Assessment Module type CFA
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Level 3
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Accounting
Module Topic Taxation
Generic Module Name Taxation 343
Alpha-numeric Code TAX343
Credit Value 30
Duration Year
Proposed semester to be offered. Year module
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
B Com (Financial Accounting), B Com
Level 7
Year Level 3
Main Outcomes At the end of the course the student should be able to :
Identify and apply the main provisions of the Income Tax Act,
The VAT Act, and the Estate Duty Act.
Extract and apply relevant information required for the
calculation of Income Tax, VAT, Donations Tax and Estate Duty.
Calculate a person’s liability for income tax, VAT, donations tax
and estate duty.
Identify and use relevant information to complete a VAT return.
Complete a salary reconciliation on an accounting software
package and complete a PAYE return.
Main Content Value Added Tax
Capital Gains Tax
Employees & Provisional Tax
Fringe Benefits
Donations Tax
Estate Duty
Administration
Companies & Closed Corporations
Capital Allowances & Recoupments
Assessed Losses
Dividends & Dividend Tax
Turnover Tax for Micro-businesses
Partnerships
Trading stock
Pre-requisite modules TAX242 or
TAX228
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination TAX327
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 112 Lectures p.w. 3
Assignments & tasks: 60 Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessments 15
Selfstudy 113
Total Learning Time 300
Method of Student Assessment Test , Tutorials &
Assignments(CAM)
Examination
50% of final mark
50% of final mark
Assessment Module type CFA
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School of Business and Finance
Two majors are offered in the School – Management and Finance.
On completion of Management at the 2nd
year level, students may select Finance as a 3rd
year
major.
Admission to Finance as a major requires (MAN307 and MAN308) requires 55% in both
Finance modules (MAN235 and MAN234) at the 2nd
year level or a pass in MAN312.
Entrepreneurship and Insurance are offered as half subjects at the 3rd
year
First Year Level
Students who are registered for a degree in the Arts, CHS or Law faculties are required to complete
Introduction to the Economy and Business (IEB 133)in the 1st Semester before completing MAN 132 in
the 2nd
Semester (or MAN131 if taken the following year).
Management
First Year
Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE
Module Topic INTRODUCTION TO THE ECONOMY AND BUSINESS
Generic module name INTRODUCTION TO THE ECONOMY AND BUSINESS
Alpha-numeric Code IEB 131 (for non-EMS students)
IEB133 (for EMS Students)
IEB134 (Repeat module in the 2nd
semester)
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Module Type Programme – BCom.(Gen) Extended Curriculum, B.A., SRes or Law
Level 5
Main Outcomes At the end of this module, students should be able to:
Explain the basic principles of economic theory and their
application in the South African economy
Understand the role of consumers, producers and the
government in the economy.
Describe and evaluate South Africa’s recent economic
performance.
Describe and evaluate the requirements for entrepreneurial
success in the SA economy
Describe/explain the principles of small business functions and
apply them to real world settings.
Demonstrate an understanding of the environment in which
small businesses operate.
Develop a business plan for a small business.
Main Content Introduction to Economics and basic economic principles
Overview of the South African economy
Perfect and imperfect competition
Production and costs
Role of entrepreneurship
The environment in which small business operates
Establishing a small business.
Principles underlying the main functional areas.
Compilation of the Business Plan
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites Man131 or Man132 for 4-year programme students and Non-EMS
students
Prohibited Combinations None
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Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56
Assignments & tasks: 30
Tests & examinations: 7
Selfstudy 57
Total Learning Time 150
Methods of Student Assessment Business Plan; Tutorial exercises; Oral Presentations; Semester Tests
(60%); Examination 40%
Home Department MANAGEMENT
Module Topic MAN131/132: PRINCIPLES OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Generic module name MAN131/132: PRINCIPLES OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Alpha-numeric Code MAN131 (1st Semester) MAN132 (2
nd Semester)
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Module Type University
Level 5
Main Outcomes At the end of the module students will be able to describe and
demonstrate an understanding of :
the nature of the business enterprise and its constituent
components
the process of establishing a business in South Africa
the internal and external environment within which businesses
operate
the requirements of successful entrepreneurs/ship.
the principles of managing the main functional areas
the basic management principles such as planning, organizing,
leading and controlling
the dynamics of working and completing tasks in a group
Main Content Overview of the business enterprise as a system
Historical development of the field of Management.
External and internal business environment
Entrepreneurship.
Establishing a business.
Principles of managing the main functional areas – marketing,
employment relations/human resources, operations and
finance
Functions of management – planning, organising, leading,
controlling
Pre-requisites IEB131 or IEB133 or IEB134
Co-requisites IEB131 or IEB133 or IEB134
Prohibited Combinations
Breakdown of Learning
Time (hours)
Contact with lecturer/tutor: 56 hours
Assignments and tasks: 30 hours
Tests and examinations: 7 hours
Self-study: 57 hours
Practicals: 0 hours
Total learning time: 150 hrs
Methods of Student
Assessment
Test(s); tutorials, assignments (60%)
Examination 40%.
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Second Year
Consists of 4 compulsory modules, 2 in each semester
BCom (Extended 4-year), BAdmin and students not registered for degrees in EMS may register for
Management or SME Management comprising the following modules:
MANAGEMENT
MAN231 Marketing
MAN235 Financial and Analytical Techniques
MAN233 Operations Management
MAN234 Business Finance
SME MANAGEMENT
MAN231 Marketing
MAN206 Finance for Small and Medium Enterprises
MAN201 Entrepreneurship
MAN233 Operations Management
Students registering for SME Management require 60% average for Man201, Man231, Man233 and
Man206 at the first attempt to major in Management at 3rd
year level.
Students who do not get 60% may register for SME Management at 3rd
year level but may not be able to
continue to Honours studies in Management.
Semester 1
Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE – MANAGEMENT
Module Topic MANAGEMENT – MARKETING
Generic module name MARKETING
Alpha-numeric code MAN231
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester (1st)
Programmes in which the
module is offered
BCom . BCom.(Law), B.Com (Finance), B.Com.(Management),
BCom.(Evenings), BAdmin, B.A.(SRM), BSc(CHS), BA (Tourism),
Bed (EMS)
Level 6
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, the student should be able to:
Describe, explain and apply the fundamental principles and
practices of marketing for profit-seeking and non profit-seeking
organizations
Develop marketing plans and formulate strategies for various
types of organizations.
Main Content Strategic Marketing planning and environmental analysis
Product, pricing, distribution and promotion strategies
International marketing
Pre-requisites MAN 111 and MAN 121/ MAN131/MAN132; ALC131/ ALC132 or
equivalent
Prohibited Combination None
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Hours B. Time-table of Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 33
Assignments & tasks: 10 Lectures p.w. 1.5
Tests & examinations: 5 Practicals p.w 0
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w 1
Selfstudy 45
Other: Groupwork 7
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Total Learning Time 100
Methods of Student
Assessment
Tests and Assignments (60%)
Final Assessment (40%)
Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE – FINANCE
Module Topic MANAGEMENT – FINANCE & ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES
Generic module name FINANCIAL AND ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES
Alpha-numeric code MAN235
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester (1st)
Programmes in which the
module is offered
BCom , B.Com (Finance), B.Com.(Management), BCom(Law),
BCom(Evenings), BAdmin
Level 6
Main Outcomes This module is a preparation course for MAN 234 (Finance). At the
end of the module students should be able to demonstrate the ability
to:
Conduct financial ratio analysis and interpret the results
Perform time value of money calculations
Explain and apply breakeven analysis and profit planning
techniques
Main Content Financial statement analysis
Time value of money
Break-even analysis and profit planning
Working capital management
Computer simulations
Pre-requisites MAN 111 and MAN 121/MAN 131/MAN 132; QSC131/ QSC132/
QSA131/ MAM126/ ECO135/STA 132/ BUS131/BUS132
Co-requisites Man 234; ACM131/132 or FIA131/FIA141; BUS131
Prohibited Combination None
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Hours B. Time-table of Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 35
Assignments & tasks: 16 Lectures p.w. 1.5
Tests & examinations: 6 Practicals p.w 0
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w 1
Selfstudy 43
Other: Groupwork
Total Learning Time 100
Methods of Student
Assessment
Tests and Assignments (60%)
Final Assessment (40%)
Semester 2
Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE –MANAGEMENT
Module Topic OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
Generic Module name OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
Alpha numeric Code Man 233
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester (2nd
)
Programmes in which the
module is offered
BCom , B.Com (Finance), B.Com.(Management), BCom (Law), BCom
(After Hours), BAdmin, B.A (SRM), B.A (Tourism), B.Ed (EMS)
Level 6
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, the student will be able to:
Demonstrate knowledge of basic operations management concepts
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Develop an understanding of how to use basic operations
management techniques
Apply the operations management concepts and techniques to
analyse and improve operations
Main Content Basic concepts of operations management
Operational process types & management
Forecasting & capacity management
Production & service planning
Inventory and supply chain management
Quality management & implementation of lean operations
Pre-requisites MAN 111 and MAN 121/ MAN131/MAN 132; ALC131/ALC132;
QSC131/ QSC132/QSA131 (50%) or MAN206 (Finance for SME’s)
(40%)
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Hours B. Time-Table Requirements per week
Contact with lecturer /
tutor:
33 Lectures p.w. 2 (1 x1) 1.5
Assignments & tasks: 10 Tutorials p.w 1
Tests & examinations: 5
Practicals: .
Selfstudy/Preparation 45
Other: Test/Exam Prep 7
Total Learning Time 100
Method of Student
Assessment
Tutorials & tests (60%)
Final Assessment (40%)
Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE –MANAGEMENT
Module Topic MANAGEMENT – BUSINESS FINANCE
Generic Module name MANAGEMENT – BUSINESS FINANCE
Alpha numeric Code MAN234
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester (2nd
)
Programmes in which the
module is offered
BCom, B.Com (Finance), B.Com.(Management), BCom (Law),
BCom (Evenings), BAdmin
Level 6
Main Outcomes At the end of the module students will be able to:
Understand the relationship between risk and return
Value assets and bonds
Analyse options when investing in assets
Identify and determine the cost of capital of various financing
options
Main Content Risk and return
Valuation of assets
Capital budgeting
Working Capital Management
Pre-requisites MAN 111 and MAN 121/MAN131/MAN132;
QSC131/QSC132/QSA131 MAN126; BUS131/BUS132; MAN 235
(40%)
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning
Time Hours B. Time-Table Requirements per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 35 1
112
Assignments & tasks: 16 Lectures p.w.1.5
Tests & examinations: 6 Tests 6 x 1
Examination 1x2
Practicals: Tutorials p.w 1
Selfstudy 43
Total Learning Time 100
Method of Student
Assessment
Tutorials & tests (60%)
Final Assessment (40%)
Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE –
Module Topic ENTREPRENEURSHIP – STARTING A SMALL BUSINESS
Generic module name ENTREPRENEURSHIP – STARTING A SMALL BUSINESS
Alpha-numeric code MAN201
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester
Programmes in which the
module is offered
B.Com.(Management), BCom (Extended), BAdmin, B.A (SRM),
B.A (Tourism), B.Ed (EMS), BSc (CHS)
Level 6
Main Outcomes The module aims to develop a broad understanding of factors to be
considered when starting a new business. At the end of the module,
the student should have demonstrated an understanding of the:
Enterprise development and entrepreneurship as fields of
study
The relationship between entrepreneurship, enterprise
development and economic growth in South Africa.
Challenges facing entrepreneurs and enterprise development
policies
Procedures for starting the enterprise
Tools and reporting techniques to communicate the venture
with interested parties requirements of a business plan for
starting a small enterprise
Main Content Entrepreneurship and enterprise development policy and
practice
Overview of successful enterprises
Characteristics of successful entrepreneurs
Establishing a new enterprise
Business plan components
Procedures in developing a business plan
Pre-requisites MAN111 and MAN121/MAN131/MAN132, ALC131/ALC132 or
equivalent
Co-requisites MAN206
Prohibited combinations None
A. Breakdown of Learning time Hours
Contact with Lecturer/tutor: 35
Assignments & Tasks 10
Assessment (test and
examinations)
5
Practicals 0
Selfstudy 50
Total Learning Time 100
Assessment Type e.g.
(CAF)
Tests and Tutorials : 60% final mark
Examination : 40% final mark
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Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE
Module Topic FINANCE FOR SMALL & MEDIUM ENTERPRISES
Generic Module Name FINANCE FOR SMALL & MEDIUM ENTERPRISES
Alpha-numeric Code MAN206
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester
Proposed semester
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
BAdmin., B.A(SRM), BA (Tourism), BSC (CHS), BEd (EMS
subjects), BCom (Extended)
Level 7
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, students should be able to demonstrate
an understanding of:
Different sources of SME funding and decision tools used to
choose between them;
Tax implications for different types of enterprise forms
Preparation of capital and operational budgets for SMEs and
decisions regarding sources of financing for SMEs;
How to determine the cost price of a product or service
Main Content Application of key finance techniques to address the practical
challenges faced in financing a growing SME:
Sources of funding available, including state support,
venture capital and private equity funding;
Working capital management;
Different enterprise forms and their financial/tax
implications;
Budgeting and planning techniques; and
Costing
Pre-requisite modules MAN111 and MAN121/MAN131/MAN132; ALC131/ALC132/
EED or equivalent
Co-requisite modules MAN201
Prohibited module Combination None
A.Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 33 Lectures p.w. 2
Assignments & tasks: 20 Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessments: 7
Selfstudy 30
Other:Class preparation 10
Total Learning Time 100
Assessment Type Assignments; projects; tests (60%);
Final assessment (40%).
Third Year
Three majors are offered in the School of Business and Finance – Management, Finance and SME
Management (each comprising four 15-credit modules)
Students may also register for half majors (each comprising two 15-credit modules). Half majors will be
phased out after 2015
Management
Compulsory Modules:
Management 314 and 304
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Electives:
Any of the following pairs of modules (2 x 15 credits) if offered
a. Management MAN 305 and 312
b. Management MAN 305 and MAN325
c. Management MAN 303 and 306
d. Finance MAN 307 and 308 (Investments)
e. Insurance IST309 and IST310
Finance
Compulsory Modules:
Management MAN 305, 307, 308 and 312
SME Management
Compulsory Modules:
Management 314 and Management 325 Project Management
Electives:
One of the following pairs of modules ( 2x15 credits)
a. Management MAN303 Service Marketing and MAN306 Retailing
b. Entrepreneurship MAN333 Business Law for SME’s and MAN339 SME Business Planning (if offered)
MANAGEMENT DIVISION
Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE – MANAGEMENT
Module Topic RESEARCH AND COMMUNICATION FOR BUSINESS
Generic module name RESEARCH AND COMMUNICATION FOR BUSINESS
Alpha-numeric code MAN314
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester 1
Programmes in which the
module is offered
BCom ,B.Com (Finance), B.Com.(Management),
BCom(Extended), BCom (Law), BCom (After Hours), BAdmin,
Relevant non-EMS degrees.
Level 7
Main Outcomes The module aims to develop communication and research skills in
an integrated manner. On completion, students should have
demonstrated the ability to:
Explain all elements of the business research process
Formulate research questions and design a simple study
Conduct a literature review on a contemporary business
topic
Collect and analyse relevant data and compile it in a
comprehensive report
Conduct professional oral and written business
communications relating to the research project utilizing
appropriate technology
Main Content The research process and business communication models
Research questions, design and literature reviews
Research project planning and proposal writing
Qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection
Analyzing data reporting findings
Oral and written types of professional business
communications, incuding email, letters, proposals and
presentations
Pre-requisites MAN131/MAN 132 OR MAN 111 and 121; QSC131/QSC132/
QSA131/MAM126; ALC131/ALC132; MAN 231; MAN 233;
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MAN235/MAN 234/MAN201 and MAN206
Co-requisites MAN 304
Prohibited Combinations ADM622
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 40
Assignments & tasks: 40 Lectures p.w. 2
Tests & examinations: 5 Practicals 0
Practicals: 0 Tutorials 1
Selfstudy 45
Other: Class Prep 20
Total Learning Time 150
Method of student assessment Research Project; Tutorial exercises, Oral Presentation and written
business communication; Semester Test (60%); Final Assessment
(40%)
Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE – MANAGEMENT
Module Topic STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT
Generic module name STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT
Alpha-numeric code MAN304
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester 2
Programmes in which the module
is offered
BCom, BCom(Finance), BCom(Management), BCom(Extended),
BCom (Law), BCom (Evenings), BAdmin
Level 7
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, the student will be able to:
(a) demonstrate a conceptual understanding of the analytical tools
used to:
Manage the process strategy formulation, choice and
implementation.
Analyse the external business environment that companies
compete in
Identify resources and capabilities to sustain competitive
advantage
Develop the mission, vision and the strategic objectives
Select and choose appropriate corporate, competitive and
functional strategies in an integrated manner
Implement and monitor selected strategies
(b) apply the above analytical tools to case studies
Main Content Strategy and strategic management
Analysis of macro, competitive and internal business
environments
Developing mission, vision and a strategic objectives
Strategic leadership, organizational culture and values
Formulating and integrating corporate competitive and
functional strategies
Competitive advantage and strategic choice
Systems to implement strategy
Pre-requisites MAN131/MAN 132 OR MAN 111 and 121;
QSC131/QSC132/QSA131/MAM126; ALC131/ALC132;
MAN231, MAN 233; MAN 235/MAN234
Co-requisites MAN 314; MAN234
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 40
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Assignments & tasks: 40 Lectures p.w. 2
Tests & examinations: 15 Practicals 0
Practicals: 0 Tutorials 1
Selfstudy 55
Total Learning Time 150
Method of student assessment Research Project; Tutorial exercises, Oral Presentation and
written business communication; Semester Test (60%); Final
Assessment (40%)
Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE – MANAGEMENT
Module Topic SERVICES MARKETING
Alpha-numeric code MAN 303
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester (2ND
)
Programmes in which the module
is offered
BCom; B.Com.(Management), BCom(Extended), BCom (Law),
BAdmin, Relevant non-EMS degrees
Level 7
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, students will have demonstrated the
ability to:
Describe and apply the fundamental principles of services
marketing
Analyse and interpret customer expectations and perceptions
Design customer service recovery strategies
Main Content Consumer behaviour in services
Customer expectations and perceptions
Service delivery
Managing demand and supply in services
Pre-requisites QSC131/QSC132/QSA131/MAM126; ALC131/ALC132; MAN
231, MAN 233, MAN 234/MAN 235/MAN201 and MAN206
Co-requisites MAN306
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 40
Assignments & tasks: 34 Lectures p.w. 2
Tests & examinations: 6 Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: Tutorials p.w. 1
Selfstudy 70
Total Learning Time 150
Methods of Student Assessment Tests, Assignments (60%)
Final Assessment (40%)
Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE – MANAGEMENT
Module Topic RETAIL MANAGEMENT
Generic module name RETAIL MANAGEMENT
Alpha-numeric code MAN306 (111306)
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Programmes in which the
module is offered
BCom , BCom (Law), BAdmin, Relevant non-EMS degrees
Level 7
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, students will have demonstrated an
understanding of:
The significance and characteristics of retailing.
The role that retailing plays within the economy.
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The effect environmental factors have on retailing
The delivery of adequate customer service
Planning basic retailing mix strategies
Main Content Nature of Retailing
Retail Institutions
Retail Environment
Buying Behaviour of Consumers
Legal and Ethical Aspects of retailing
Retail organization and Human resources
Store Facilities Management
Merchandise Management
Merchandise Logistics
Pricing
Customer Service
Pre-requisites QSC131/QSC132/QSA131/MAM126; ALC131/ALC132; MAN
231, MAN 233; MAN 234 or MAN 235 or Man201 and Man206 .
Co-requisites MAN303
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 40
Assignments & tasks: 34 Lectures p.w. 2
Tests & examinations: 6 Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1
Selfstudy 70
Total Learning Time 150
Methods of Student
Assessment
Case Studies, Tests, Assignments, Tutorials (60%); Final
Assessment (40%)
Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE – MANAGEMENT
Module Topic MANAGEMENT – EMPLOYEE MANAGEMENT
Generic module name EMPLOYEE MANAGEMENT
Alpha-numeric code MAN324
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester 1 (Evenings only)
Programmes in which the
module is offered.
BCom (Evenings), BAdmin (Part-time).
Credit 7
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, students should demonstrate
an understanding of :
Main challenges in managing employment relations (ER) and
employees in South Africa
The field from the perspectives of different disciplines and the
roles of management, labour and government
How management can select a coherent philosophy about
employees individually and collectively
How human resources can be effectively developed and
utilized to enhance effectiveness
(b) practical competencies in negotiations and in conducting simple
research projects
Main Content Conceptual frameworks for ER
Historical and environmental context
Trade union, management and state approaches
Bargaining, negotiations and dispute resolution
Human resource strategy
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Employee and union participation in decision-making
Employment Equity
Compensation and performance management
Training and skills development
Flexible utilization of labour
Pre-requisites QSC131/QSC132/QSA131/MAM126; ALC131/ALC132;
MAN231, MAN233, MAN235 or MAN234
Co-requisites None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 40
Assignments & tasks: 35 Lectures p.w. 2
Tests & examinations: 7 Practicals p.w 0
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1
Selfstudy 68
Total Learning Time 150
Methods of Student
Assessment
Tests, tutorials, research assignments (60%); Final Assessment
(40%)
Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE – MANAGEMENT
Module Topic MANAGEMENT – CAPITA SELECTA
Generic module name CAPITA SELECTA
Alpha-numeric code MAN332 (111029)
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Programmes in which the
module is offered.
BCom, BCom(Finance), BCom(Management), BCom (Law),
BCom.(Evenings), BAdmin
Level 7
Main Outcomes Outcomes will vary depending on the course content
Main Content Subject to the availability of visiting academic staff
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 40
Assignments & tasks: 40 Lectures p.w.
Tests & examinations: 7 Practicals p.w.
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w.
Selfstudy 63
Total Learning Time 150
Methods of Student
Assessment
Tests, assignments, presentation, tutorial exercises (60%); Final
Assessment (40%)
Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE
Module Topic PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Generic Module Name PROJECT MANAGEMENT MAN325
Alpha-numeric Code MAN325
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Proposed semester 2
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
BCom. (Gen), BCom(Management), BCom.(Law), BAdmin.,
BCom.(4 year), other programmes which permit Management as a
major.
Level 7
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, the students will have demonstrated :
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An understanding of the need for project management and the
role of project managers
An understanding of:
o the Project Management Processes and how to
apply these processes to effectively manage a
project through its life cycle
o the expert Knowledge Areas required to succeed in
Project Management
An understanding of the relationship between the inputs, tools
and techniques and expected outcomes of each knowledge
area
How to apply the above in order to plan a project effectively
The ability to assess the viability of a project proposal
Main Content Introduction to Project Management
Role and characteristics of project managers
Project Management Processes and Actions
Initiating, Planning, Executing and Controlling Processes
Closing Activities
Key Knowledge and Competence Areas
Project Scope, Cost, Time & Quality Management
Project Communication and Procurement Management
Project Stakeholder and Social Compact Management
Project Risk Management
Project Integration Management
Project planning and evaluation
Pre-requisite modules QSC131/QSC132/QSA131/MAM126; ALC131/ALC132,
STA131/132/BUS131/132; MAN233; MAN234 or MAN235 or
MAN206 and MAN201
Co-requisite modules MAN305 or MAN324 or MAN339
Prohibited module Combination None
A. Breakdown of Learning time Hours B. Time-table Requirements per week
Contact with lecturer/tutor 40 Lectures p.w 2
Assignments & Tasks 30 Practicals pw 0
Practicals 0 Tutorials pw 1
Tests & examinations 7
Selfstudy 42
Class preparation 31
Total Learning Time 150
Methods of Student Assessment Assignments, tests; tutorial exercises; project (60%) and
examination (40%)
Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE
Module Topic BUSINESS LAW FOR SMES
Generic module name BUSINESS LAW FOR SMES
Alpha-numeric code MAN333
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Programmes in which the module
is offered.
BCom, BCom(Finance), BCom(Management), BCom(Extended),
BAdmin, BA (Tourism) BA (SRM), BSc(CHS), B.Ed(EMS)
Level 7
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, the student should have demonstrated
Knowledge of the establishment, trading and labour laws and
regulations that affect the small business owner
Understanding of the implications of each law for operating a
small business.
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Main Content Key legislation relating to SMEs:
Contract law
Statutory requirements that impact on the operations of SMEs
Tax and trading legislation
Labour laws – Basic Conditions of Employment, Labour
Relations, Employment Equity and Skills Development.
Pre-requisites MAN 111 and MAN 121/ MAN131/MAN 132, ALC131/ALC132
or equivalent; MAN201 and MAN206 OR MAN231, MAN233 and
MAN234/MAN 235.
Co-requisites MAN339
Prohibited Combinations MAN205
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 40
Assignments & tasks: 40 Lectures p.w. 2
Tests & examinations: 7 Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 0 1
Selfstudy 63
Total Learning Time 150
Methods of Student
Assessment
Assignments, Tutorials, Test and Project (60%)
Final Assessment (40%)
Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE
Module Topic SME BUSINESS PLANNING
Generic module name SME BUSINESS PLANNING
Alpha-numeric code MAN339
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester - full time only (until 2013)
Programmes in which the
module is offered.
BCom.(Extended), BAdmin, BA (Tourism), BA (SRM), BSc(CHD),
Bed (EMS)
Level 7
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, the student will have demonstrated:
An understanding of the challenges of establishing, operating
and growing a small enterprise in a competitive market
The ability to choose a viable business form for a new venture
The ability to prepare a comprehensive business plan to start and
manage their own viable small enterprise
The ability to utilize analytical and productivity tools to improve
SME performance
An understanding of the role of forming networks, alliances and
partnerships to create business opportunities
Main Content This module provides an intensive coverage of the various aspects of
engaging in a new business venture, including:
Starting or acquiring a small business or franchise;
conducting practical SWOT analysis and identifying Critical
Success Factors in the sector
Planning and operating various kinds of small businesses
The business plan as a tool to secure financing, operate and
grow the business
Business analysis and productivity improvement
Creating and managing networks, alliances and partnerships
with other businesses
Pre-requisites QSC131/QSC132/QSA131/MAM126; ALC131/ALC132 or
equivalent; MAN 231, MAN 233; MAN234/MAN235/MAN206 and
MAN201
Co-requisites MAN333
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Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 40
Assignments & tasks: 40 Lectures p.w. 2
Tests & examinations: 5 Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1
Selfstudy 65
Total Learning Time 150
Methods of Student
Assessment
Draft plan, Presentations, Executive Summaries, Individual Project,
Tests (60%)
Summative Assessment: Business Plan (40%) FINANCE DIVISION
Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE – FINANCE
Module Topic FINANCIAL AND ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES
Generic module name FINANCIAL AND ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES
Alpha-numeric code MAN 305
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester (1st)
Programmes in which the
module is offered
BCom ;B.Com (Finance), B.Com.(Management), BCom(Extended),
BCom (Law), BCom (Evenings), BAdmin
Level 7
Main Outcomes
At the end of the module, the student should be able to demonstrate
an understanding of and the application of various types of
mathematical decision-making and forecasting models to financial
and operations problems
Main Content
Decision and transportation analysis
Regression analysis and forecasting
Inventory control models and linear programming
Network models
Project Management
Computer simulation models
Pre-requisites QSC131/QSC132/QSA131/MAM126; ALC131/ALC132; MAN
233, MAN 234(55%), MAN 235(55%)
Co-requisites MAN 312 or MAN 325
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 40
Assignments & tasks: 30 Lectures p.w. 2
Tests & examinations: 7 Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: Tutorials p.w. 1
Selfstudy 73
Total Learning Time 150
Methods of Student
Assessment
Tests, Assignments (60%)
Final Assessment (40%)
Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE – FINANCE
Module Topic INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT
Generic module name INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT
Alpha-numeric code MAN307
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Programmes in which the
module is offered
BCom, B.Com (Finance), BCom(Extended), BCom (Law), BCom
(After Hours)
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Level 7
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, students will demonstrate the ability to
Explain the Investment Environment
Utilize investment management analytical tools
Perform company and share valuations
Main Content Selecting investments in a global market
Organization and functioning markets
Security Market Indicator Series
Market Efficiency
Portfolio Management and Asset-pricing Models
Investor constraints and objectives
Pre-requisites QSC131/QSC132/QSA131/MAM126; ALC131/ALC132; MAN
234 (55%) and MAN 235 (55%) or MAN 312
Co-requisites MAN308
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 40
Assignments & tasks: 30 Lectures p.w. 2
Tests & examinations: 7 Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: Tutorials p.w. 1
Selfstudy 73
Total Learning Time 150
Methods of Student
Assessment
Tests, Tutorials, project (60%);
Final Assessment (40%)
Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE – FINANCE
Module Topic FINANCE – INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Generic module name INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Alpha-numeric code MAN308
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester 2
Programmes in which the
module is offered.
BCom.(Gen), B.Com (Finance), BCom(Law), BCom.(Evenings)
Level 7
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, the student will have demonstrated the
ability to:
Value investment securities
Hedge investments using derivative securities
Main Content Introduction to Security Valuation
Introduction to Fixed Income Security Analysis
Convertible Securities
Hedging financial risk
Introduction to the valuation of derivative instruments
Technical Analysis
Real estate and other tangible investments
Pre-requisites QSC131/QSC132/QSA131/MAM126; ALC131/ALC132; MAN
234 (55%), MAN 235 (55%) or MAN 312; MAN 307 (40%)
Co-requisites MAN 307
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 40
Assignments & tasks: 30 Lectures p.w. 2
Tests & examinations: 7 Practicals p.w 0
Practicals: 0 Tutorial p.w 1
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Selfstudy 73
Total Learning Time 150
Methods of Student
Assessment
Tests, project, assignment (60%); Final Assessment (40%)
Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE – FINANCE
Module Topic FINANCE/MANAGEMENT - SHORT TERM INSURANCE
Generic module name SHORT TERM INSURANCE
Alpha-numeric code IST309
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Programmes in which the
module is offered
BCom., BCom(Finance), BCom. (Law), BCom.(Evenings), BAdmin.
Level 7
Main Outcomes Students should be able to demonstrate
a) an understanding of:
Legal and tax issues of Insurance contracts
Personal and Commercial Insurance
The FAIS Act and its implications
Legal and Taxation Principles
Relationship of Insurance Products and their risks
b) an ability to identify and analyse insurance risk
Main Content Risk Management
The Law of Contract
Basic insurance Principles
The insurance Market in South Africa
Personal and Commercial Insurance Policy
The Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act (FAIS)
Legal and Taxation Principles
Legal Framework – Insurance Environment
Pre-requisites QSC131/QSC132/QSA131/MAM126; ALC131/ALC132; MAN 231,
MAN 233, MAN 235, MAN 234
Co-requisites IST310
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 40 Lectures p.w.
Assignments & tasks: 30 2
Tests & examinations: 7 Tutorials p.w. 0
Practicals: 0 Practiacls p.w. 1
Selfstudy 73
Total Learning Time 150
Methods of Student
Assessment
Case Studies; Tutorials; Assignments; Oral Presentation; Semester
Test (60%); Final Assessment (40%)
Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE – FINANCE
Module Topic FINANCE/MANAGEMENT - LONG TERM INSURANCE
Generic module name LONG TERM INSURANCE AND RETIREMENT FUNDS
Alpha-numeric code IST310
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester 1
Programmes in which the
module is offered.
BCom, BCom(Finance), BCom (Law), BCom.(Evenings), BAdmin
Level 7
Main Outcomes Students should be able to demonstrate
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(a) an understanding of:
Risk and Insurance
Legal Framework of Retirement Funds
Different types of Retirement Funds and associated risks
Defined Benefit and contribution Funds
The FAIS Act and its implications
Legal and Taxation Principles
Life Insurance – Product Analyses
b) an ability to perform basic insurance risk analysis
Main Content Retirement Funds
Risk an Insurance
Different types of Retirement Funds
Group Benefits
Life Insurance
Pre-requisites QSC131/QSC132/QSA131/MAM126; ALC131/ALC132; MAN 231,
MAN 233, MAN 235, MAN 234
Co-requisites IST 309
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 40
Assignments & tasks: 30 Lectures p.w. 2
Tests & examinations: 3 Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1
Selfstudy 73
Total Learning Time 150
Methods of Student
Assessment
Case Studies; Tutorial exercises; Assignments; Oral Presentation;
Semester Test (60%); Final Assessment (40%)
Home Department School of Business and Finance – Finance Division
Module Topic Finance Research and Communication
Generic Module Name Finance Research and Communication
Alpha-numeric Code FRC311
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered Semester 1 (not offered in 2013)
Programmes in which the module is
offered
B.Com.(Finance)
Level 7
Year Level 3
Main Outcomes The module aims to develop communication and research skills
in an integrated manner. On completion, students should be able
to:
1. Explain the finance research process
2. Formulate research questions and identify research
objectives.
3. Design a simple finance research project
4. Conduct a literature review on a finance topic.
5. Produce a basic seminar paper
6. Conduct professional oral and written communications
relating to the research project using appropriate technology
Main Content 1. Basic Research processes in finance.
2. Research topics in investment and corporate finance.
3. Prepare a finance research proposal
4. Basic computational research techniques.
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5. Research analysis and presentation.
6. Professional oral and written communications, including
letters, proposals, presentations and report writing
Pre-requisite modules MAN235 and MAN234
Co-requisite modules MAN305
Prohibited module Combination MAN314
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 40 Lectures p.w. 2
Assignments & tasks: 40 Practicals p.w.
Tests & Examinations: 7 Tutorials p.w. 1
Selfstudy 20
Seminar Paper 43
Total Learning Time 150
Method of Student Assessment Tests, Seminar Papers, Assignments, Presentation, Proposal
(60%) and Exam (40%)
Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE – FINANCE
Module Topic FINANCE/MANAGEMENT - FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Generic module name FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Alpha-numeric code MAN312
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester 2
Programmes in which the module is
offered.
BCom. (Gen), BCom(Finance), BCom(Management), BCom.
(Law), BCom. (Evenings), BAdmin.
Level 7
Main Outcomes At the end of the module, students will have demonstrated the
ability to:
Use finance related analytical techniques
Evaluate the profitability of an enterprise
Determine project and enterprise risk
Analyse Fixed Income securities and shares and shares
Evaluate project feasibility
Main Content Time value of money.
Determination of cost of capital, return on equity.
Determination of bond and share prices.
Risk and return
Dividend policy
Growth theory
Evaluation of leasing
Pre-requisites MAN 234, MAN 235; QSC131/QSC132/QSA131/MAM126;
ALC131/ALC132; MAN 305 (40%)
Co-requisites MAN 305
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 40
Assignments & tasks: 30 Lectures p.w. 2
Tests & examinations: 10 Practicals p.w.
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1
Selfstudy 70
Total Learning Time 150
Methods of Student Assessment Tests, project, assignments (60%)
Final Assessment (40%)
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Economics Module Descriptors
First Year
- BCom , BCom (Law) and BCom (Acc) students registering for the first time in 2009 will
register for ECO 134 in the 2nd
semester
- Students who are registered for a degree in the Arts, CHS, Education or Law Faculties are
required to complete Introduction to the Economy and Business (IEB) in the 1st semester
before completing ECO 134 in the 2nd
semester
- The module descriptor for Introduction to the Economy and Business is listed under the
School of Business and Finance and the Academic Development Department.
NB: 1. ECO 331 : Compulsory module
2. ECO 332 : Compulsory module
3. ECO 311: Required if student intends doing Honours in Economics
Module Name ECO 121: Microeconomics I
Home Department Economics
Module Code ECO121
Credit Value 15
Duration S
Module Type University Module
Level 5
Main Outcomes ECO 121 - Upon completion of this course learners should be in a
position to:
Make use of mathematical skills for graphical and algebraic
analysis.
Understand the foundational concepts of micro-economic
principles and its application.
Main Content Supply, demand, elasticity and simultaneous linear equations.
Introduction to the optimising behaviour of individual
households and firms and the coordination of these individual
decisions through markets.
Elementary theories of the consumer and the firm; non-linear
quadratic equations.
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer / tutor: 48 hours
Assignments & tasks: 10 hours
Tests & examinations: 15 hours
Self-study: 27 hours
Practicals:
Other (specify):
Total learning time: 100 hours
Methods of Student Assessment Final Exam = 50%
Year Mark = 50% (Assignments; Class Tests; Technical Workshops)
Module Name ECO 122 Macroeconomics
Home Department Economics
Module Code ECO122
Credit Value 15
Duration S
Module Type University Module
Level 5
Main Outcomes ECO 122 - Upon completion of this course learners should be in a
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position to:
Understand the foundational concepts of macro-economic
principles and its application
Analyse and interpret macroeconomic data
Make use of mathematical skills for graphical and algebraic
analysis
Main Content The economic problem and the circular flow
The three sectors: monetary, public, foreign
Determination of national income and employment; Money,
prices and the banking system;
Inflation and economic growth / development;
The simple Keynesian model
Aggregate demand & supply and unemployment
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer / tutor: 48 hours
Assignments & tasks: 10 hours
Tests & examinations: 15 hours
Self-study: 27 hours
Practicals:
Other (specify):
Total learning time: 100 hours
Methods of Student Assessment Final Exam = 50%
Year Mark = 50% (Assignments; Class Tests; Technical
Workshops)
Faculty EMS
Home Department School of Government
Module Topic Introduction to Local Economic Development
Generic Module Name Introduction to Local Economic Development
Alpha-numeric Code LED111
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. Second semester
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
BEcon
Level 7
Year Level 1
Main Outcomes The learner should be able to:
Define Local Economic Development
Explain the different local economic development activities
and strategies.
Describe the basic approaches, techniques and practices of local
economic development.
Main Content An overview of the following topics will be introduced to guide
the learner towards the more in-depth studies during the degree:
Introduction to Economic development, economic
development players, local economic development
Profiling a local economy
LED strategic planning
LED Marketing and attraction
Business retention and expansion
Entrepreneurial and small business development
Managing economic development organisations
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Pre-requisite modules None
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 48 Lectures p.w.
Assignments & tasks: 62 Practicals p.w.
Practicals: 1 Tutorials p.w.
Test and Assessments 6
Selfstudy 33
Total Learning Time 150 hours
Method of Student Assessment CPA
Assessment Module type Formal assessment. i.e. Test, Assignment and group tasks
Home Department ECONOMICS
Module Topic PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS
Generic module name PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS
Alpha-numeric code ECO133(Full-time and Part-time)
ECO134 (Full-time only)
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester (ECO133: 1st semester and ECO134: 2
nd semester)
Programme in which the module
is offered
B.Com, B.Com (Law), B.Com (Human Resource Management),
B.Com (Information Systems), B.Com (Information Technology),
B.Com (Management), B.Com (Acc), B.Com (Acc Extended),
B.Com (Extended 4yr), B.Admin
Level 5
Main Outcomes Upon completion of this module, a student should be able to:
Define the foundational concepts of economic principles and
their application.
Main Content • The economic problem
• Mathematical tools – graphs and statistics
• Elementary theory of demand and supply
• Elasticity of demand and supply
• Markets in action
• Circular flow of economic activity
• Measuring GDP, economic growth and inflation
• Measuring employment and unemployment
• Money, inflation and the business cycle
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites QSC131 or QSC132 or MAM126 or QSA131
IEB (Non- EMS students – subject to availability)
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B.Time-table requirements per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56
Assignments & tasks: 0 Lectures p/w 3
Tests & examinations: 10 Practicals p/w 0
Self-study: 74 Tutorials p/w 1
Other: Worksheets 10
Total learning time: 150
Methods of Student Assessment Final Exam = 50%
Continuous Assessment Mark = 50% (Tests; Tutorials)
Home Department ECONOMICS
Module Topic MACROECONOMICS
Generic Module Name MACROECONOMICS
Alpha-numeric Code ECO141
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Credit Value 10
Duration Semester (1st semester)
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
B.Com, B.Com (Economics), B.Com (Finance), B.Com
(Financial Accounting)
Level 5
Main Outcomes Upon completion of this module students should be able to:
Define and do an elementary analysis of the foundational
concepts of macro-economic principles.
Analyse and interpret macroeconomic data.
Apply mathematical skills for graphical and algebraic
analysis relevant to Macroeconomics.
Main Content The economic problem and the circular flow.
The three sectors: monetary, public, foreign.
Determination of national income and employment; Money,
prices and the banking system.
Inflation and economic growth / development.
The simple Keynesian model.
Aggregate demand & supply and unemployment.
Monetary and fiscal policy
Pre-requisite modules None
Co-requisite modules QSC131 or QSC132 or MAM126 or QSA131
IEB (Non- EMS students – subject to availability)
Prohibited module Combination ECO133/134
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B.Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 48
Assignments & tasks: 10 Lectures p/w 3
Tests & examinations: 15 Practicals p/w 0
Self-study: 27 Tutorials p/w 1
Practicals: 0
Total learning time: 100
Method of Student Assessment Final Exam = 50%
Continuous Assessment Mark = 50% (Assignments, Tests,
Tutorials)
Assessment Module type Continuous and Final Assessment (CFA).
Home Department ECONOMICS
Module Topic MICROECONOMICS
Generic Module Name MICROECONOMICS
Alpha-numeric Code ECO142
Level 5
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester (2nd
semester)
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
B.Com, B.Com (Economics), B.Com (Finance), B.Com (Financial
Accounting)
Main Outcomes Upon completion of this module students should be able to:
Apply mathematical skills for graphical and algebraic
analysis relevant to Economics.
Define and do an elementary analysis of the foundational
concepts of micro-economic principles.
Main Content Supply, demand, elasticity and simultaneous linear
equations.
Introduction to the optimising behaviour of individual
households and firms and the coordination of these
individual decisions through markets.
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Elementary theories of the consumer and the firm; non-
linear quadratic equations.
Pre-requisite modules QSC131 or QSC132 or MAM126 or QSA131
IEB (Non- EMS students – subject to availability)
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination ECO133/134
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 48 Lectures p/w 3
Assignments & tasks: 10 Practicals p/w 0
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p/w 1
Tests & examinations: 15
Self-study: 27
Total Learning Time 100
Method of Student Assessment Final Exam = 50%
Continuous Assessment Mark = 50% (Assignments, Tests,
Tutorials)
Assessment Module type Continuous and Final Assessment (CFA).
Second Year Level
Module Name ECONOMETRICS
Home Department Economics
Alpha-numeric Code ECO211
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. First
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
B.Com, B.Com (Economics), B.Com (Finance)
Year Level 2
Main Outcomes Upon completion of this module, a student should be able to:
Explain and do an elementary analysis of the foundational
concepts and principles of econometrics
Capture and process economic data for econometric analysis
Apply econometric skills to analyse and interpret elementary
economic data
Main Content Econometric theory and methodology
Correlation coefficient; bivariate regressions
Ordinary least squares and hypothesis testing
Using Excel to generate descriptive statistics and OLS regressions
Using E-Views for plotting graphs, doing econometric
calculations, and running bivariate and multivariate
regressions
Pre-requisites ECO121 or ECO141 or ECO135
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer / tutor: 48 hours
Assignments & tasks: 10 hours
Tests & examinations: 15 hours
Self-study: 27 hours
Total learning time: 100 hours
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours Time Table Requirements per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 48 Lectures p/week 2
Assignments and tasks: 10 Practicals p/week
Tests & examinations: 15 Tutorials 1
Self-study: 27
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Practicals (technical workshops): 0
Total learning time: 100
Methods of Student Assessment Final Exam = 50%
Continuous Assessment Mark = 50% (Assignments; Tests;
Tutorials)
Assessment Module Type Continuous and Final Assessment (CFA).
Home Department ECONOMICS
Module Topic MICROECONOMICS
Generic module name MICROECONOMICS
Alpha-numeric Code ECO231
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester (1st semester)
Module Type University Module
Programmes in which the
module is offered.
B.Com, B.Com (Economics), B.Econ (4yr), B.Com (Finance),
B.Com (Law), B.Com (Information Systems), B.Com
(Management), B.Com (Information Technology),
B.Com (Extended 4yr), B.Admin
Level 6
Main Outcomes Upon completion of this module, a student should be able to:
Explain the intermediate concepts of micro-economic principles
and their application.
Analyse and interpret graphs.
Apply mathematical skills for graphical and algebraic analysis.
Main Content Consumer behaviour
Production theory
Costing production
Profit maximization
Dropping assumption of perfect competition
Sales maximization
Pre-requisites 60% in ECO133 or 60% in ECO134
OR
ECO121 (B.Econ 4yr)
OR
ECO142
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B.Time-table requirements per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 42
Assignments & tasks: 20 Lectures p/w 2
Tests & examinations: 7 Practicals p/w 0
Self-study: 31 Tutorials p/w 1
Practicals:
Total learning time: 100
Methods of Student Assessment Final Exam = 50%
Continuous Assessment Mark = 50% (Assignments; Tests;
Tutorials)
Home Department ECONOMICS
Module Topic MACROECONOMICS
Generic Module name MACROECONOMICS
Alpha-numeric Code ECO232
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester (1st semester)
Module Type University Module
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Programmes in which the module
is offered.
B.Com, B.Com (Economics), B.Econ (4yr), B.Com (Finance),
B.Com (Law), B.Com (Information Systems), B.Com
(Management), B.Com (Information Technology),
B.Com (Extended 4yr), B.Admin
Level 6
Main Outcomes Upon completion of this module, a student should be able to:
Apply macro-economic theory
Use graphs and equations to explain macro-economic concepts
Apply macro-economic theory to South African economic
issues.
Main Content National Income
Components of GDP
Goods and Financial Markets
IS-LM model and AD-AS model
Unemployment and Inflation
Pre-requisites 60% in ECO133 or 60% in ECO134
OR
ECO122 (B.Econ 4yr)
OR
ECO141
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours Time Table Requirements per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 42 Lectures p/w 2
Assignments & tasks: 20 Practicals 0
Tests & examinations: 7 Tutorials p/w 1
Self-study: 31
Total learning time: 100
Methods of Student Assessment Final Exam = 50%
Continuous Assessment Mark = 50%
(Assignments; Tests; Tutorials)
Home Department ECONOMICS
Module Topic LABOUR ECONOMICS
Generic Module name LABOUR ECONOMICS
Alpha-numeric code ECO233
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester (2nd
semester)
Module Type University Module
Programmes in which the module
is offered.
B.Com (Economics), B.Com (Finance), B.Com (Law), B.Com
(Human Resource Management), B.Com (Management),
B.Admin
Level 6
Main Outcomes Upon completion of this module, a student should be able to:
Define and apply the basic concepts of labour economics (e.g.
economically active population, labour force participation
rate).
Apply the microeconomic tools to analyse labour market
outcomes (levels of wages and employment).
Define important issues such as labour productivity and unit
labour costs.
Discuss the impact of unions on wages, productivity and unit
labour costs.
Analyse and interpret the unemployment situation in South
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Africa.
Main Content Labour demand and supply in competitive and non-
competitive markets
Wages and productivity in South Africa
The economics of wages and collective bargaining
Unemployment in South Africa
Human Capital and the demand for skilled labour
Labour market inequalities and discrimination.
Pre-requisites 60% in ECO133 or 60% in ECO134
OR
ECO121 (B.Econ 4yr)
OR
ECO142
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B.Time-table requirements per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 42
Assignments & tasks: 20 Lectures p/w 2
Tests & examinations: 7 Practicals p/w 0
Self-study: 31 Tutorials p/w 1
Practicals:
Total learning time: 100
Methods of Student Assessment Final Exam = 50%
Continuous Assessment Mark = 50%
(Assignments; Tests; Tutorials)
Home Department ECONOMICS
Module Topic PUBLIC SECTOR ECONOMICS
Generic Module Name PUBLIC SECTOR ECONOMICS
Alpha-numeric Code ECO234
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester (2nd
semester)
Module Type University Module
Programmes in which the
module is offered.
B.Com, B.Com (Economics), B.Econ (4yr), B.Com (Finance),
B.Com (Law), B.Com (Management), B.Admin,
B.Com (Extended 4yr)
Level 6
Main Outcomes Upon completion of this module, a student should be able to:
Identify and discuss the composition of the public sector in
South Africa
Critically evaluate the different views on the role of
government in an economy
Identify the challenges facing the South African government
Explain the basic principles of expenditure- and tax theory and
be able to apply these
Explain the basics of fiscal policy (including the budgetary
process) in South Africa.
Main Content Composition of public sector in South Africa
Views on role of government
Market failures (public goods; mixed and merit goods;
externalities; imperfect competition; macro-economic
instability; etc.)
Growth and changing composition of public expenditure in
South Africa
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Principles of taxation: equity and efficiency
Taxation in South Africa
Fiscal policy and the national budget
Pre-requisites 60% in ECO133 or 60% in ECO134
OR
ECO121 (B.Econ 4yr)
OR
ECO142
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours Time Table Requirements per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 42 Lectures p/week 2
Assignments and tasks: 20 Practicals p/week 0
Tests & examinations: 7 Tutorials 1
Self-study: 31
Total learning time: 100
Methods of Student Assessment Final Exam = 50%
Continuous Assessment Mark = 50%
(Assignments; Tests; Tutorials)
Home Department ECONOMICS
Module description INTERMEDIATE MATHEMATICAL ECONOMICS
Generic module name INTERMEDIATE MATHEMATICAL ECONOMICS
Alpha-numeric code ECO235
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester (2nd
semester)
Module Type University Module
Programmes in which the module
is offered.
B.Com (Economics), B.Com (Finance)
Level 6
Main Outcomes Upon completion of this module, a student should be able to:
Apply Mathematical skills to solve intermediate economic
problems (solving consumption equilibrium, production
equilibrium, IS-LM equilibrium, AD-AS equilibrium, etc.)
Discuss introductory Statistical and Econometric theories, and
apply the skills to derive relationships between economic
variables (relationship between consumption and income,
unemployment and inflation, etc.)
Apply Excel skills to solve statistical and econometric
problems, as well as to plot different types of graphs (line
chart, column chart, XY scatter plot, etc.)
Main Content Advanced differentiation techniques to solve economic
problems, e.g., product rule, quotient rule, chained rule, and
partial differentiation
Application of mathematical skills to solve intermediate
linear and non-linear economic problems, such as
consumption equilibrium (budget line vs. indifference
curves), production equilibrium (isocost lines vs. isoquants),
IS-LM curves and AD-AS curves
Introductory statistics for data analysis: Types of data,
summary statistics of data (mean, variance, etc.), confidence
intervals using normal distribution and t-distribution
Introductory econometrics: Methodology, Ordinary Least
Squares (OLS) theory, bivariate regressions vs. multivariate
regressions, interval estimation and hypothesis testing
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Introductory Excel skills for statistical and econometric
analyses, as well as plotting different types of graphs (line
chart, column chart, pie chart, XY scatter plots, etc.)
Pre-requisites 60% in ECO133 or 60% in ECO134
OR
ECO121 and ECO122 (B.Econ 4yr)
OR
ECO141 and ECO142
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours Time Table Requirements per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 42 Lectures p/week 2
Assignments & tasks: 20 Practicals p/week 0
Tests & examinations: 7 Tutorials p/week 1
Practicals: 0
Selfstudy 31
Total Learning Time 100
Methods of Student Assessment Final Exam = 50%
Continuous Assessment Mark = 50%
(Assignments; Tests; Tutorials)
Home Department ECONOMICS
Module Topic ECONOMETRICS
Generic Module Name ECONOMETRICS
Alpha-numeric Code ECO242
Level 6
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester (1st semester)
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
B.Com, B.Com (Economics), B.Com (Finance)
Main Outcomes Upon completion of this module, a student should be able to:
Explain and do an elementary analysis of the foundational
concepts and principles of econometrics
Capture and process economic data for econometric analysis
Apply econometric skills to analyse and interpret elementary
economic data
Main Content Econometric theory and methodology
Correlation coefficient; bivariate regressions
Ordinary least squares and hypothesis testing
Using Excel to generate descriptive statistics and OLS regressions
Using E-Views for plotting graphs, doing econometric
calculations, and running bivariate and multivariate
regressions
Pre-requisite modules 60% in ECO133 or 60% in ECO134
OR
ECO121 and ECO122 (B.Econ 4yr)
OR
ECO141 and ECO142
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination None
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 48 Lectures p/w 2
Assignments & tasks: 10 Practicals p/w 0
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p/w 1
Tests & examinations: 15
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Self-study: 27
Total Learning Time 100
Method of Student Assessment Final Exam = 50%
Continuous Assessment Mark = 50%
(Assignments, Tests, Tutorials)
Assessment Module type Continuous and Final Assessment (CFA).
Third Year Level
The Department offers FOUR third level modules on a concurrent basis. The order of modules may
change from year to year. Each module may be presented in either semester. A student doing Economics
as a major subject should register for at least four third level modules including ECO331 and ECO332.
Home Department ECONOMICS
Module Topic MICROECONOMICS
Generic module name MICROECONOMICS
Alpha-numeric Code ECO331
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester (2nd
semester)
Module Type University Module
Programmes in which the module is
offered.
B.Com, B.Com (Economics), B.Econ (4yr), B.Com (Law), B.Com
(Information Systems), B.Com (Information Technology), B.Com
(Extended 4yr), B.Admin
Level 7
Main Outcomes Upon completion of this module, a student should be able to:
Discuss and apply general equilibrium and welfare analysis
Critically analyse the behaviour of the firm under different
market structures
Analyse the firm’s behaviour using game theory
Explain and formulate the conditions for economic
efficiency
Main Content General equilibrium and Welfare Analysis
Market Structure and Competitive Strategy
Pre-requisites 60% in ECO133 or 60% in ECO134
OR
ECO121 and ECO122 (B.Econ 4yr)
OR
ECO141 and ECO142 AND ECO231
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B.Time-table requirements per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28
Assignments & tasks: 40 Lectures p/w 2
Tests & examinations: 7 Practicals p/w 1 (meet class every alternate week)
Self-study: 68 Tutorials p/w 0
Practicals: 7
Total learning time: 150
Methods of Student
Assessment
Final Exam = 50%
Continuous Assessment Mark = 50%
(Assignments; Essay; Tests)
Home Department ECONOMICS
Module topic MACROECONOMICS
Generic module name MACROECONOMICS
Alpha-numeric code ECO332
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Credit Value 15
Duration Semester (2nd
semester)
Module Type University Module
Programmes in which the module is
offered.
B.Com, B.Com (Economics), B.Econ (4yr), B.Com (Finance),
B.Com (Law), B.Com (Information Systems), B.Com (Information
Technology), B.Admin, B.Com (Extended 4yr)
Level 7
Main Outcomes Upon completion of this module, a student should be able to:
Critically analyse monetary and fiscal policy, particularly the
contesting approaches of the Neo-classical and Keynesian
schools
Model the theory of prices, output, inflation and
unemployment
Critically evaluate the abovementioned theories of
Macroeconomic Policy as applied in South Africa
Main Content Fiscal and monetary policy
The Phillips curve
The IS-LM model
The AD-AS model
The Mundell-Fleming model.
Government intervention in the macro-economy
Macroeconomic policy in South Africa
Pre-requisites 60% in ECO133 or 60% in ECO134
OR
ECO121 and ECO122 (B.Econ 4yr)
OR
ECO141 and ECO142 AND ECO232
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B.Time-table requirements per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28
Assignments & tasks: 40 Lectures p/w 2
Tests & examinations: 7 Practicals p/w 0
Self-study: 75 Tutorials p/w 0
Practicals: 0
Total learning time: 150
Methods of Student
Assessment
Final Exam = 50%
Continuous Assessment Mark = 50% (Assignments; Essay; Tests)
Home Department ECONOMICS
Module Topic INTERNATIONAL TRADE ECONOMICS
Generic module name INTERNATIONAL TRADE ECONOMICS
Alpha-numeric Code ECO335
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester (2nd
semester)
Module Type University Module
Programmes in which the module
is offered.
B.Com, B.Com (Economics), B.Com (Finance), B.Com (Law),
B.Com (Extended 4yr), B.Admin
Level 7
Main Outcomes Upon completion of this module, a student should be able to:
Critically evaluate the foundational concepts of international
economics
Critically apply tools of economic analysis to analyse
international trade
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Apply mathematical skills for graphical and algebraic analysis
of trade theory
Main Content Theories of why nations trade
Developments in trade theory
Instruments and impact of trade policy
Economic integration and cooperation
International trade and the Developing countries
Balance of payments, Exchange rates and International Trade
Pre-requisites 60% in ECO133 or 60% in ECO134
OR
ECO121 and ECO122 (B.Econ 4yr)
OR
ECO 141 and ECO 142 AND ECO231 and ECO232
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None B.Time-table requirements per week
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B.Time-table requirements per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28
Assignments & tasks: 40 Lectures p/w 2
Tests & examinations: 7 Practicals p/w 0
Self-study: 75 Tutorials p/w 0
Practicals: 0
Total learning time: 150
Methods of Student Assessment Final Exam = 50%
Continuous Assessment Mark = 50%
(Assignments; Essay; Tests)
Home Department ECONOMICS
Module Topic DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS
Generic module name DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS
Alpha-numeric Code ECO336
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester (1st semester)
Module Type University Module
Programmes in which the module
is offered.
B.Com, B.Com (Economics), B.Econ (4yr), B.Com (Law), B.Com
(Extended 4yr), B.Admin
Level 7
Main Outcomes Upon completion of this module, a student should be able to:
Model the foundational concepts of development economics
Critically analyse the levels and patterns of development of
developing countries
Critically analyse and interpret statistical data
Apply mathematical skills for graphical and algebraic analysis
of development issues
Main Content Determination of poverty and inequality
Growth and development experiences of developing countries
Agrarian change and industrialization strategies
Capital Flows, debt and finance
Pre-requisites 60% in ECO133 or 60% in ECO134
OR
ECO121 and ECO122 (B.Econ 4yr)
OR
ECO141 and ECO142 and ECO232
Co-requisites None
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Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B.Time-table requirements per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28
Assignments & tasks: 40 Lectures p/w 2
Tests & examinations: 7 Practicals p/w 0
Self-study: 75 Tutorials p/w 0
Practicals: 0
Total learning time: 150
Methods of Student Assessment Final Exam = 50%
Continuous Assessment Mark = 50%
(Assignments; Essay; Tests)
Home Department ECONOMICS
Module topic ECONOMETRICS
Generic module name ECONOMETRICS
Alpha-numeric Code ECO311
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester (1st semester)
Module Type University Module
Programmes in which the module
is offered.
B.Com, B.Com (Economics), B.Com (Finance), B.Com (Law),
B.Com (Extended 4yr), B.Admin
Level 7
Main Outcomes Upon completion of this module, a student should be able to:
Define and apply the basic elements of probability and
statistics
Apply the tools of econometrics to analyse the
relationship amongst different variables
Apply the econometric models within statistical
programs and interpret the results
Main Content Nature and scope of Econometrics
Basics of probability and statistics
The linear regression model: Ordinary Least Squares
(OLS), bivariate regressions, multivariate regressions,
confidence intervals and hypothesis testing
Different functional forms of regression models
Regressions on dummy explanatory variables
Introduction to E-Views
Regression analysis in practice: Multicollinearity,
autocorrelation and heteroscedasticity
Pre-requisites 60% in ECO133 or 60% in ECO134
OR
ECO121 and ECO122 (B.Econ 4yr)
OR
ECO141 and ECO142 and ECO231, ECO232 and ECO242
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B.Time-table requirements per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28
Assignments & tasks: 40 Lectures p/w 2
Tests & examinations: 7 Practicals p/w 0
Self-study: 71 Tutorials p/w 0
Practicals: 0
Other: Computer Lab sessions 4
Total learning time: 150
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Methods of Student Assessment Final Exam = 50%
Continuous Assessment Mark = 50%
(Assignments; Tests)
Home Department ECONOMICS
Module topic ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMICS
Generic module name ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMICS
Alpha-numeric Code ECO301
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester (1st semester)
Module Type University Module
Programmes in which the
module is offered.
B.Com (Economics), B.Com (Law), B.Admin
Level 7
Main Outcomes Upon completion of this module, a student should be able to:
Critically analyse the link between environment, natural
resources and economic theory
Apply economic principles to solving environmental problems
and discuss the limitations of standard microeconomic analyses
to treating environmental problems
Critically evaluate aspects of the free market, market failures and
externalities
Interpret and model the valuation of non-market
environmental/public goods and services
Main Content Modelling Environmental Problems
Modelling the Market Process
Modelling Market Failures
Modelling Solutions to Environmental Problems
Empirical and Practical Applications
Pre-requisites 60% in ECO133 or 60% in ECO134
OR
ECO121 and ECO122 (B.Econ 4 yr)
OR
ECO141 and ECO142 AND ECO231 and ECO234
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours Time Table Requirements per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28 Lectures per week 2
Assignments & tasks: 40 Practicals per week 0
Tests & examinations: 7 Tutorials 0
Self-study: 75
Total learning time: 150
Methods of Student
Assessment
Final Exam = 50%
Continuous Assessment Mark = 50% (Assignments; Tests;
Presentations and Research Project)
Home Department ECONOMICS
Module topic PUBLIC SECTOR ECONOMICS
Generic module name PUBLIC SECTOR ECONOMICS
Alpha-numeric Code ECO334
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester (1st semester)
Module Type University Module
Programmes in which the
module is offered.
B.Com, B.Com (Economics), B.Econ (4yr), B.Com (Law),
B.Com (Extended 4yr), B.Admin
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Level 7
Main Outcomes Upon completion of this module, a student should be able to:
Critically evaluate the main theories of how public choices are made.
Discuss models which explain the growth of government
expenditure.
Critically analyse the economic effects of different types of
taxes.
Model fiscal and social policy.
Analyse the key principles of fiscal federalism.
Main Content Public Choice Theory
Public expenditure
Taxation
Fiscal federalism
Pre-requisites 60% in ECO133 or 60% in ECO134
OR
ECO121 and ECO122 (B.Econ 4yr)
OR
ECO141 and ECO142 and ECO231, ECO232 and ECO234
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours Time Table Requirements per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28 Lectures per week 2
Assignments & tasks: 40 Practicals per week 0
Tests & examinations: 7 Tutorials 0
Self-study: 75
Total learning time: 150
Methods of Student
Assessment
Final Exam = 50%
Continuous Assessment Mark = 50% (Essay; Tests)
Faculty EMS
Home Department School of Government
Module Topic Local Economic Development: Economic Profiling -Quantitative
Analysis
Generic Module Name Local Economic Development
Alpha-numeric Code
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. Second semester
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
BEcon
Level 7
Year Level 2
Main Outcomes After completing this module, learners should be able to:
• Discuss appropriate features of economic profiling.
• Apply the concepts on a municipal, district, metro or
regional level.
• Describe and apply different research methodologies for
development information
• Explain fundamental development concepts
• Conduct basic calculations and data analysis as part of
compiling of a development profile of a local area –
focusing on a detailed economic analysis of the area
Main Content The following main topics are covered in the module:
• Definitions of Development
• Basic economic principles of indicator frameworks as an
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economic development tool
• Basic Research methodologies to apply statistics
• Basic excel skills for development profiling
• Practically compiling a local development profile for a local
area
Pre-requisite modules Introduction to Local Economic Development
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 31 Lectures p.w.
Assignments & tasks: 30 Practicals p.w.
Practicals: 1 Tutorials p.w.
Test and Assessments 6
Selfstudy 32 hours
Total Learning Time 100 hours
Method of Student Assessment Continuous
Assessment
Assessment Module type Formal assessment. i.e. Test, Assignment and group tasks
Faculty EMS
Home Department School of Government
Module Topic Investment Promotion
Generic Module Name Investment Promotion
Alpha-numeric Code PUB424
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. 2013
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
BEcon
Level 8
Year Level 4
Main Outcomes At the end of this module a student should be able to:
Discuss practical skills required to be an efficient
practitioner in developing policy and strategies that are
useful in attracting appropriate investors into a municipality,
district, metro or region.
Analyze with practical skills to be used to analyze and
interpret specific investor needs and behavior.
Design tools that will enrich and support investor decision
makers in appropriate investor related decisions.
Main Content The following main topics are covered in the module:
Investor Behavior and Psychology
Processes of Foreign Direct Investment
Regional Investment Promotion
Economic Development and Foreign Investment
Technology and Investment
Investment Policy and Strategy
Pre-requisite modules None
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination None
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 48 Lectures p.w.
Assignments & tasks: 62 Practicals p.w.
Practicals: Tutorials p.w.
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Selfstudy 40
Total Learning Time 150
Method of Student Assessment CPA
Assessment Module type Assignment writing
Test
Group tasks
Faculty EMS
Home Department School of Government
Module Topic Local Economic Development: Enabling Mechanisms
Generic Module Name Local Economic Development: Enabling Mechanism
Alpha-numeric Code LED211
Credit Value 15
Duration semester
Proposed semester to be offered. First semester
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
BEcon
Level 7
Year Level 3
Main Outcomes After completing this module, participants should be able to:
Practically apply the various enabling mechanisms,
frameworks and tools available for economic
development.
Conduct an analysis of the national environment for
various configurations of the above enabling mechanisms
Design and use a sector competency template to
investigate the implications of each enabling framework
for the three sectors – public, private and civil
Identify and discuss the risks and benefits associated with
each of the enabling frameworks.
Identify economic development tools to develop business
cooperatives, clusters, corridors, zones innovation
incubators and technology hubs.
Design and complete various sector competency templates
Interpret data from sector competency templates
Engage with business, business chambers and industrial
support mechanisms
Main Content The following main topics are covered in the module:
Mechanisms to plan and unlock economic development
potential of a municipality, district or metro.
Co-operatives, clusters, corridors, gateways and zones as
economic development tools.
Logic and dynamics to execute industrial formations and
their applicability.
Innovation incubators and technology hubs as economic
development tools
Competency templates
Pre-requisite modules Local Economic Development: Economic Profiling
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 48 Lectures p.w.
Assignments & tasks: 56 Practicals p.w.
Practicals: Tutorials p.w.
Exams and Assessments 6 hours
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Selfstudy 40 hours
Total Learning Time 150 hours
Method of Student Assessment CPA
Assessment Module type Formal assessment. i.e. Test, Assignment and group tasks
Faculty EMS
Home Department School of Government
Module Topic Managing Economic Development Organisations
Generic Module Name Managing Economic Development Organisations
Alpha-numeric Code PUB
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. 2013
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
BEcon
Level 8
Year Level 4
Main Outcomes At the end of this module a student should be able to:
Define development based on the latest development
concepts and practically apply the concepts on a municipal,
district, metro or regional level.
Explain and apply different research methodologies for
development information
Explain fundamental development concepts
Conduct basic calculations and data analysis as part of
compiling of a development profile of a local area – focusing
on a detailed economic analysis of the area
Main Content The following main topics are covered in the module:
Definitions of development
Basic economic principles of indicator frameworks as an
economic development tool
Research methodologies to apply statistics
Basic excel skills for development profiling
Practically compiling a local development profile for a local
area
Pre-requisite modules None
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination None
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 48 Lectures p.w.
Assignments & tasks: 62 Practicals p.w.
Practicals: Tutorials p.w.
Selfstudy 40
Total Learning Time 150
Method of Student Assessment CPA
Assessment Module type Assignment writing
Test
Group tasks
Faculty EMS
Home Department School of Government
Module Topic Public –Private Partnership
Generic Module Name Public –Private Partnership
Alpha-numeric Code PUB421
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Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. 2013
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
BEcon
Level 8
Year Level 4
Main Outcomes At the end of this module a student should be able to:
Demonstrate an understanding of public procurement in the
context of municipal fiscal and good governance.
Describe the legal framework for public procurement in
Local Government.
Explain the role of PPP in leveraging private financing.
Articulate the different phases of the PPP Project Cycle.
Assess the process and the outcome of PPP
Main Content Good governance
Procurement in municipalities
Legal framework for public procurement in municipalities
Public-private partnership
Public-private partnership project cycles
Pre-requisite modules None
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination None
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 48 Lectures p.w.
Assignments & tasks: 62 Practicals p.w.
Practicals: Tutorials p.w.
Selfstudy 40
Total Learning Time 150
Method of Student Assessment CPA
Assessment Module type Assignment writing
Test
Group tasks
Fare Share Module Descriptors
Home Department FAIR SHARE, SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT, FACULTY OF
ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
Module description COMMUNICATION AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
Generic module name COMMUNICATION AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
Alpha-numeric code FSH121
Module numeric code 142000
Credit Value 10
Duration semester
Module Type Programme
Level 5
Main Outcomes To enable the learner to
Display a deeper understanding of communication as a vital
life skill;
Use communication tools for various purpose in the
workplace, especially for problem solving and critical
thinking;
Engage in consensual communication in the workplace, (
negotiation skills);
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Identify and practice different forms of writing for
organizational efficiency and needs, based on cross
curricular learning outcomes;
Plan and design reports, Plan and design reports, project
proposals, speeches and various forms of essay writing.
Main Content Writing skills development
Various aspects of speech communication
Report and proposals writing
Preparation of public speeches.
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 48
Assignments & tasks: 10
Tests & examinations: 15
Selfstudy 27
Total Learning Time 100
Methods of Student Assessment Practical assignments
Workplace assessment
Assignment writing
Group tasks
Assessment of speech/ oral communication ability
Home Department FAIR SHARE, SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT, FACULTY OF
ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
Module description DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS 1
Generic module name DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS 1
Alpha-numeric code FSH122
Module numeric code 142001
Credit Value 10
Duration semester
Module Type Programme
Level 5
Main Outcomes To enable the learner to
Analyse numbers relevant to key economic indicators;
Read and understand graphs and key measurement
indicators used to assess economic growth and development;
Have basic knowledge of the policy that underlies, and
process followed to draw up budgets on a local, provincial
and national level;
Have the ability to identify and discuss the strengths and
weaknesses of various developmental paths.
Main Content The terms economic growth and how to measure it
Human development and the indicators thereof
A basic understanding of trends in SA’s economic growth in
general
A basic understanding of trends in employment, labour,
productivity and capital productivity.
A basic understanding of the National Budget and the ways
in which it impacts upon the lives of ordinary people from a
revenue and from an expenditure perspective
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
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Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 48
Assignments & tasks: 10
Tests & examinations: 15
Practicals: 0
Selfstudy 27
Total Learning Time 100
Methods of Student Assessment Practical assignments
Group tasks
Class Tests
Home Department FAIR SHARE, SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT, FACULTY OF
ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
Module description DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS 11
Generic module name DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS 11
Alpha-numeric code FSH118
Module numeric code 142002
Credit Value 10
Duration semester
Module Type Programme
Level 5
Main Outcomes To enable the learner to
Analyse numbers relevant to key economic indicators;
Read and understand graphs and key measurement
indicators used to assess economic growth and
development;
Have basic knowledge of the policy that underlies, and
process followed to draw up budgets on a local, provincial
and national level;
Have the ability to identify and discuss the strengths and
weaknesses of various developmental paths.
Main Content The terms economic growth and how to measure it
Human development and the indicators thereof
A basic understanding of trends in SA’s economic growth
in general
A basic understanding of trends in employment, labour,
productivity and capital productivity.
A basic understanding of the National Budget and the
ways in which it impacts upon the lives of ordinary people
from a revenue and from an expenditure perspective
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 48
Assignments & tasks: 10
Tests & examinations: 15
Practicals: 0
Selfstudy 27
Total Learning Time 100
Methods of Student Assessment Writing Assignment
Group tasks
Class Tests
Practical assignments
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Home Department FAIR SHARE, SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT, FACULTY OF
ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
Module Description LOCAL GOVERNANCE
Generic Module Name LOCAL GOVERNANCE
Alpha –numeric Code FSH127
Module numeric code 142127
Credit Value 10
Duration semester
Module Type Programme
Level 5
Main outcomes
To enable the learner to
Understand, analyse and critique the relationship between
municipalities, provision of services and the responsibility of
citizens;
Have a basic understanding of the nature of Local
Government;
Understand the various elements of community participation.
Main content
The legal and democratic nature of Local Government
The role of municipalities in community development
Knowledge and application of legislative requirements for
community participation
Various techniques of community participation
The relationship between municipalities, provision of services
and the responsibility of citizens
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Prohibited combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with Lecturer/tutor: 48
Assignments and tasks: 15
Tests and Examinations: 10
Selfstudy 27
Total learning time 100
Methods of student assessment
Practical assignments
Assignment writing
Group tasks
Written tests
Home Department FAIR SHARE, SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT, FACULTY OF
ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
Module description ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Generic module name ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Alpha-numeric code FSH123
Module numeric code 142004
Credit Value 10
Duration semester
Module Type Programme
Level 5
Main Outcomes To enable the learner to
Have increased knowledge and understanding about
organizational development processes and procedures;
Identify elements needed to develop sustainable and strong
community organizations and reflect on relations of power,
ethics and accountability.
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Main Content A definition of Organisational Development and change
theories
How to do an organizational diagnosis
The planning, design and implementation of OD interventions
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 48
Assignments & tasks: 10
Tests & examinations: 15
Selfstudy 27
Total Learning Time 100
Methods of Student
Assessment Practical assignments
Workplace assessment
Assignment writing
Group tasks
Home Department FAIR SHARE, SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT, FACULTY OF
ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
Module description RESEARCH PROJECT
Generic module name RESEARCH PROJECT
Alpha-numeric code FSH124
Module numeric code 142005
Credit Value 10
Duration semester
Module Type Programme
Level 5
Main Outcomes To enable the learner to
Formulate and understand a basic research problem/ hypothesis;
Have a basic understanding of the processes of conducting
research;
Design a research study;
Conduct a basic research study to apply the findings to improve
the identified problem;
Write a research report which describes the different steps in the
research process.
Main Content An introduction to Research
Different approaches/ methodologies
Different techniques in data gathering
The various processes of designing and conducting a research
project
How to write a research project
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 48
Assignments & tasks: 10
Tests & examinations: 15
Selfstudy 27
Total Learning Time 100
Methods of Student
Assessment
Production of a research report, based on a research study conducted
by the student.
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Home Department FAIR SHARE, SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT, FACULTY OF
ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
Module description WORKPLACE LEARNING
Generic module name WORKPLACE LEARNING
Alpha-numeric code FSH125
Module numeric code 142006
Credit Value 40
Duration semester
Module Type Programme
Level 5
Main Outcomes To enable the learner to
Through their work, display that they have acquired the
knowledge and skills of the areas that they have identified and
share it with a learning partner;
Apply the acquired knowledge and skills towards the growth
and development of their organizations and communities;
Identify and engage in integrated cross-curricular learning
activities.
Main Content The content of the curriculum forms the basis of the workplace
learning module.
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 80
Assignments & tasks: 80
Tests & examinations: 0
Practicals: 120
Selfstudy 60
Other: Please specify 60
Total Learning Time 400
Methods of Student
Assessment
Practical assignments
Workplace assessment
Assignment writing
Group tasks
Home Department FAIR SHARE, SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT, FACULTY OF
ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
Module description TRAINING DESIGN AND FACILITATION OF COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT INTERVENTIONS
Generic module name TRAINING DESIGN AND FACILITATION OF COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT INTERVENTIONS
Alpha-numeric code FSH120
Module numeric code 142007
Credit Value 10
Duration semester
Module Type Programme
Level 5
Main Outcomes To enable the learner to
Understand the latest developments around education,
Training and Development in South Africa;
Understand, critically analyse and implement Adult Learning
Theories;
Make choices i.t.o. content and methodology of community
interventions;
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Conduct learning needs assessment;
Define learning outcomes;
Plan, design, present and evaluate interventions like
workshops, seminars and campaigns;
Critically reflect on and evaluate their practices.
Main Content The latest developments around Education, Training and
Development in South Africa.
Adult Learning Theories.
Steps in the Education, Training and Development (ETD)
process
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 48
Assignments & tasks: 10
Tests & examinations: 15
Selfstudy 27
Total Learning Time 100
Methods of Student Assessment Practical assignment.
Group tasks.
Assignment writing.
Workshop presentations.
Home Department FAIR SHARE, SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT, FACULTY OF
ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
Module description GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT
Generic module name GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT
Alpha-numeric code FSH126
Module numeric code 142008
Credit Value 10
Duration semester
Module Type Programme
Level 5
Main Outcomes To enable the learner to
Understand the meaning of gender and the distinction between
sex and gender;
Be aware of themselves as gendered beings;
Understand the meaning of gender stereotyping;
Understand socialization and how this impacts on gender
issues;
Understand women’s practical and economical needs and
strategic interests;
Have a basic knowledge of gender polices.
Understand the link between Gender and HIV/AIDS
Main Content Gender Policies
Gender Concepts
Women and the economy
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 48
Assignments & tasks: 10
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Tests & examinations: 15
Practicals: 0
Selfstudy 27
Total Learning Time 100
Methods of Student
Assessment Assignment writing.
Group tasks.
Oral assessment. Industrial Psychology General requirements: Students, who want recognition of Industrial Psychology as a major, must pass all modules. Students who wish to register for Honours must complete all Industrial Psychology modules. First Year Level: Consists of one semester module
Home Department INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY
Module topic INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY IN THE
WORKPLACE
Generic module name INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY IN THE
WORKPLACE
Alpha-numeric Code IPS131 (For non-EMS students only)
IPS132 (For EMS students only)
Credit Value 15
Duration S (2nd
semester)
Module Type University
Level 5
Main Outcomes IPS131/132 introduces students to basic constructs in the field
of Psychology and Industrial Psychology. Specifically,
students should be able to:
Explain basic psychology concepts and constructs
Describe Industrial Psychology within the field of Psychology
List and briefly describe the different personality theories
Explain individual differences at work
Briefly explain theories pertaining to Industrial Psychology
Explain the background to and nature of Industrial and
Oganizational Psychology
Describe the basic principles of managing people and their
behaviour in organizations.
Main Content Schools of thought in Psychology and Industrial Psychology
Individual behavioural processes
Social behaviour and processes
Personality in the work context
Employee and organizational well-being
Psychological methodologies
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time 56 hours
30 hours
8 hours
56 hours
150 hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56 Lectures p/week
Assignments & tasks: 30 Practicals p/w
Tests & examinations: 8
Self-study: 56
Total learning time: 150
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Methods of Student
Assessment
Tests and assignments (continuous evaluation) 60%;
Final Examination 40%
Home Department INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY
Module Topic CAREER PSYCHOLOGY
Generic module name CAREER PSYCHOLOGY
Alpha-numeric code IPS231
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester (2nd
semester)
Programmes in which the module
is offered.
Bcom, BCom (4-year), BAdmin, BA
Level 6
Main Outcomes IPS 231 serves as an introduction to the field of career psychology.
At the end of the course students should be able to:
Explain the concept: Career;
Discuss the evolving concept of career development.
Identify and discuss relevant career development issues and its
impact on both individuals and organizations;
Discuss the dimensions of the Career Cycle;
List and discuss the life cycle of an individual and the impact
of each stage on his/her career;
Discuss the various stages of career development;
Identify and discuss the challenges related to each of the
career development stages;
Explain the role of the organization and the individual with
regard to career development
Main Content Understand the meaning of work
Career concepts and a Career Management Model
Career Choice
Career Anchors
Life and Career Stages
Organizational Choice
Changes in organizations and implications for careers
Organizational Support
Career Issues
Pre-requisites IPS132
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28
Assignments & tasks: 34 Lectures p.w. 3
Tests & examinations: 4 Tutorials p.w. 2
Practicals: 0 Practicals p.w.
Selfstudy 34
Total Learning Time 100
Methods of Student
Assessment
Final Examination 40%
Continuous evaluation 60%
Home Department INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY
Module Topic PSYCHOMETRICS
Generic module name PSYCHOMETRICS
Alpha-numeric code IPS232
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester (2nd
semester)
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Programmes in which the module
is offered.
BCom, BCom (4-year), BAdmin, BA
Level 6
Main Outcomes After completion of this course, students should be in position to:
Explain the nature, characteristics, uses and abuses of
psychometric tests.
Describe the legislative and ethical framework pertaining to
psychometric tests based on the roles played by various users
of psychological assessments;
Evaluate selection techniques and decisions and determine
fairness and bias involved.
Clarify and define competency-based assessment
Main Content Development, nature, characteristics, application and abuses of
assessment techniques and psychological tests.
Legislative and ethical framework governing test
administration
Multimodal methods of assessment
Competency-based assessment
Pre-requisites
IPS132 AND
BUS131 or BUS132 (BCom); OR
STA141 OR 141 (BAdmin/BA.)
Students must obtain a 50% pass mark in the above
modules.
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28 Lectures p.w. 3
Assignments & tasks: 34 Tutorials p.w. 2
Tests & examinations: 4 Practicals p.w
Practicals:
Selfstudy 34
Total Learning Time 100
Methods of Student
Assessment
Final Examination 40%
Continuous evaluation 60%
Home Department INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY
Module Topic HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Generic module name HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Alpha-numeric code IPS233
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester (1st semester)
Programmes in which the module
is offered.
B.Com, B.Com (4-year), BAdmin, B.A.
Level 6
Main Outcomes IPS 233 serves as an introduction to the general field of personnel
management. At the end of this course students should be able to:
Recall and explain the history of human resources
management
Explain the major role(s) and functions of a Human Resources
Department;
Recognise and evaluate the importance of environmental
factors impacting on the management of human resources;
Apply knowledge of human resources functions in a real life-
simulated scenario;
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Main Content Foundations of Human Resource Management
Job analysis & job design
Employee recruitment, selection & induction
Internal staffing
Performance appraisal & performance management
Employee training, management, development & career
management
Pre-requisites IPS132
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28
Assignments & tasks: 34 Lectures p.w.1
Tests & examinations: 4 Practicals p.w
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w 1
Selfstudy 34
Total Learning Time 100
Methods of Student
Assessment
Continuous evaluation 60%
Final Examination 40%
Home Department INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY
Module Topic LABOUR RELATIONS
Generic module name LABOUR RELATIONS
Alpha-numeric code IPS234
Credit Value 10
Duration S
Programmes in which the
module is offered.
B.Com, B.Com (4-year), BAdmin, B.A.
Level 6
Main Outcomes IPS 234 introduces students to the field of labour relations in theory,
but also to the importance of sound labour relations between
employers and employees in practice, in South Africa, specifically
students should be able to:
Describe the environmental context of labour relations;
Explain the various parties involved in labour relations and
their respective roles;
Discuss the importance of promoting sound labour relations in SA
Main Content Labour relations theory and perspectives
The history of labour relations in SA
Environmental influence on labour relations
Trade unions; goals, strategies and organizations
Management strategy and employer organizations
The role of the state, government strategies and the state as
employer
South African labour law
Collective bargaining law
Employee participation
Workplace agreements and procedures
The negotiation process
Conciliation, arbitration and Labour Court adjudication
Strikes and lock-outs
Pre-requisites IPS132
Co-requisites None
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Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28
Assignments & tasks: 34 Lectures p.w.1
Tests & examinations: 4 Practicals p.w
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w1
Selfstudy 34
Total Learning Time 100
Methods of Student
Assessment
Continuous evaluation 60%
Final Examination 40%
Home Department INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY
Module Topic ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR
Generic module name ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR
Numeric Code IPS331
Alpha-numeric code IPS331
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester (2nd
semester)
Programmes in which the
module is offered.
BCom, BCom (4-year), BAdmin, BA
Level 7
Main Outcomes At the end of the course students should be able to:
Define the concepts of Organizational Behavior
Trace the historical development & schools of thought.
Identify and discuss the fundamental characteristics of the
field.
Critically discuss the theories of motivation and leadership.
Discuss the basic principles of group dynamics and team work.
Apply theories of Organizational Behaviour to selected cases.
Explain the impact of technology on modern organizations
Main Content Motivation in organizations
Group Dynamics & Team Work
Communication in Organizations
Decision-Making in Organizations
Influence, Power and Politics in Organizations
Leadership in Organizations
Organizational Structure & Design
Technology in Organizations
Managing Organizational Change
Managing Organizational Change
Pre-requisites Any three of the following (3) modules: IPS231, IPS232, IPS233
and IPS234
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations IPS131/132 PLUS 331
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28
Assignments & tasks: 47 Lectures p.w. 1
Tests & examinations: 5 Practicals p.w.
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1
Selfstudy 70
Total Learning Time 150
Methods of Student
Assessment
Final Examination 40%,
Continuous evaluation 60%,
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Home Department INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY
Module Topic RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
Generic module name RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
Alpha-numeric code IPS333
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Programmes in which the
module is offered.
BCom, BCom (4-year), BAdmin, BA
Level 7
Main Outcomes After completion of this course students should be able to:
Discuss the logic of scientific research.
Handle practical problems encountered during research
Plan projects to solve problems
Conduct scientific research, inter alia, write a research
proposal, gather relevant information, analyse data, interpret
the information and come to appropriate conclusions.
Write a research report
Main Content Different methods of acquiring knowledge
The Scientific Method applied to social reality
Problem formulation, hypothesis formulation
Types of research design
Data collection, analysis and interpretation
Writing a research report
Pre-requisites Any three (3) of the following modules: IPS231, IPS232, IPS233,
IPS234
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations IPS 131/132 PLUS 331
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28
Assignments & tasks: 47 Lectures p.w. 1
Tests & examinations: 5 Practicals p.w.
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1
Selfstudy 70
Total Learning Time 150
Methods of Student
Assessment
Final Examination 40%
Continuous evaluation 60%
Home Department INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY
Module Topic ERGONOMICS
Generic module name ERGONOMICS
Numeric Code IPS334
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester (2nd
semester)
Programmes in which the module
is offered.
BCom, BCom (4-year), BAdmin, BA
Level 7
Main Outcomes On completion of this module students should be able to:
Think critically about underlying ergonomic principles,
theories and constructs
Be proficient in applying ergonomic principles/ aspects in the
design of workstations for both the able and disabled
individuals
Identify, analyze and evaluate ergonomic theory efficiently
and effectively and recommend solutions to selected cases
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Develop coherent arguments when evaluating ergonomic
theory/cases and recommending solutions
Main Content Explore the fundamental concepts of ergonomics
Apply ergonomics in the design/improvement of products,
equipment and the work environment
Compare the various human technology systems and
approaches
Address how humans process information
Identify how human performance is affected by task, machine,
workspace and environment
Consider the importance of anthropometric data in the design
of equipment
Address issues relating to workplace design (namely,
environmental factors, physical factors, psychological factors,
Interpersonal factors and temporal conditions of work) which
influence behaviour, health and safety and impact performance
and productivity
Should be able to apply ergonomic knowledge to ensure that
the needs of the special category of the population are
provided for
Be aware of how posture and movement impact on
performance and productivity and contribute to injuries
Develop an awareness of the special needs category of the
population (namely. Gender, pregnant women and the disabled
Ascertain how stress affects people and performance
Address ergonomics as part of a business strategy
Pre-requisites Any three (3) of the following modules: IPS231, IPS232, IPS233,
IPS234
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28
Assignments & tasks: 47 Lectures p.w. 1
Tests & examinations: 5 Practicals p.w.
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1
Selfstudy 70
Total Learning Time 150
Methods of Student
Assessment
Final Examination 40%
Continuous Evaluation 60%
Home Department INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY
Module Topic CONSUMER BEHAVIOR
Generic module name CONSUMER BEHAVIOR
Alpha-numeric code IPS335
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester (1st
semester)
Programmes in which the module
is offered.
BCom, BCom (4-year), BAdmin, B.A.
Level 7
Main Outcomes At the end of the module the students will be able to:
Define consumer behaviour
Describe the marketing concept
Describe market segmentation
Explain and contrast consumer research and compile a
questionnaire
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Describe individual consumer related aspects
Describe social and cultural consumer related aspects
Describe the consumer decision-making process
Explain the role of individual, social and cultural related
consumer aspects in consumer decision-making
Apply their knowledge of consumer behaviour in designing an
advertisement
Main Content Market segmentation and marketing concept
Consumer research
Consumer as individual:
Motivation
Personality
Perception
Learning
Attitude formation and change
Communication
Consumer in social and cultural setting:
Reference groups and family influences
Social class
Culture
Consumer’s decision-making process:
Consumer influence and diffusion of innovations
Decision-making and beyond
Pre-requisites Any three (3) of the following modules: IPS231, IPS232, IPS233,
IPS234
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Timetable Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28
Assignments & tasks: 47 Lectures p.w 1
Tests & examinations: 5 Practical p.w.
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w 1
Selfstudy 70
Total Learning Time 150
Methods of Student
Assessment
Final Examination 40%
Continuous Evaluation 60%
Home Department INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY
Module Topic NEGOTIATION AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION
Generic module name NEGOTIATION AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION
Alpha-numeric code IPS336
Credit Value 15
Duration S
Programmes in which the module
is offered.
BCom, BCom (4-year), BAdmin, BA
Level 5
Main Outcomes IPS 336 serves as an introduction to negotiation and conflict
resolution within the context of labour relations in South Africa. At
the end of the course students should be able to:
Apply conflict handling skills and handle negotiations in a
problem-solving manner.
Exert certain behaviour in negotiations that is conducive to
integrative bargaining.
Conclude negotiations and implement agreements successfully.
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Main Content The nature of conflict
The nature of negotiation
Competitive negotiation
Alternatives to competitive negotiation
Negotiation communication skills
Behaviour of successful negotiators
Pre-requisites Any three (3) of the following modules: IPS231, IPS232, IPS233,
IPS234
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28
Assignments & tasks: 47 Lectures p.w. 1
Tests & examinations: 5 Practicals p.w.
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w 1
Selfstudy 70
Total Learning Time 150
Methods of Student
Assessment
Final Examination 40%
Continuous Evaluation 60%
Home Department INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY
Module Topic TRAINING MANAGEMENT
Generic module name TRAINING MANAGEMENT
Alpha-numeric code IPS337
Credit Value 15
Duration S
Programmes in which the module
is offered.
BCom, BCom (4-year), BAdmin, BA
Level 7
Main Outcomes At the end of the module the student will be able to:
Identify international and local trends in HRD, with specific
reference to ETD practices and legislation (The Skills
Development Act, etc).
Comprehend the need for the establishment of a culture of life-
long learning in the workplace, and the transition from a focus
on training to a focus on performance improvement.
Describe and provide practical guidelines for each of the
phases of the training process – need analysis, designing and
planning, implementation and evaluation.
Design a basic training programme, based on needs analysis
conducted in a real work situation and taking into account all
factors involved in the management of the HRD function
(budgeting, administration, etc).
Main Content International and local trends in human resource development
The transformational purpose and principles underpinning the
skills development legislation
The learning organization and performance management
Conducting training needs analysis
Practical guidelines for the design of various interventions
Managing the HRD function (e.g. marketing, budgeting etc)
Guidelines for:
- technology-based learning (TBL)
- Adult Basic Education and
- Training (ABET)
- Multi-skilling
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- EE and diversity training
Conducting evaluation of a learning intervention in the
workplace using the most appropriate techniques, based upon
an outcomes-based assessment system.
Pre-requisites Any three (3) of the following modules: IPS231, IPS232, IPS233,
IPS234
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28
Assignments & tasks: 47 Lectures p.w. 1
Tests & examinations: 5 Practicals p.w.
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1
Selfstudy 70
Total Learning Time 150
Methods of Student
Assessment
Final Examination 40%, Continuous Evaluation 60% (Tests,
Assignments)
Information Systems Undergraduate Syllabus
PLEASE NOTE:
- The Department of Information Systems may decide to limit the number of students accepted into
IFS second- and third year modules depending on the amount of resources available. Selection, in
this event, will mainly be based on first year IFS marks.
- The IFS second year, Stream 2 modules (IFS 232, IFS 234) are not offered on a part time basis, and
only a limited number of students will be accepted for full-time modules. Students who wish to
register for this particular stream must submit their names to the Department of Information
Systems before the last day of classes of the previous academic year. Selection will be based on
first year IFS marks.
- IFS341, IFS342 IFS324 and IFS351 will not be offered on a part-time basis.
First Year: (Fundamentals of Information Systems)
Home Department INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Module topic INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Generic module name INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Module Code IFS131/132
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Module Type Faculty
Level 5
Main Outcomes At the end of this unit the student will:
Be able to utilize personal computer technology effectively and
productively.
Be able to use the computer to organise and manage
information at a personal level.
Understand the structure, activities & dynamics of organisations
Understand the role of information systems in different
organisations
Understand the place of the information systems department in
organisations
Be practiced in the workings of a typical business information
system
Main Content Introduction to computer hardware and software and using
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them.
Organisations & their activities and
The roles that IS play in organisations
Introduction to means whereby IS can improve business
performance
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer / tutor: 48 hours (16 weeks X 3 Lecture Slots)
Assignments & tasks: 40 hours
Tests & examinations: 8 hours (3 x 2hr tests)
Self-study: 36 hours
Practical: 32 hours (16 weeks X 2 tutorial slots)
Other (specify):
Total learning time: 164 hours
Methods of Student
Assessment
Theory tests & assignments, practical tests & assignments (60%), and
examinations (40%).
Second Year
Stream 1: (IFS Management)
Home Department INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Module Topic BUSINESS ANALYSIS
Generic Module Name BUSINESS ANALYSIS
Alpha-numeric code IFS231
Credit Value 20
Duration SEMESTER (1st Semester)
Level 6
Main Outcomes After the course students must demonstrate:
An understanding of the basic components of a business
process model including activities, data flows, data stores,
material flows, material stores, and external entities.
The ability to develop business process models from written
evidence and from interviews.
The capacity to critically appraise a business process model
for completeness and accuracy.
An understanding of the basic components of data and entity
relationship models including entities, associative entities,
relationships and data specification.
The ability to develop data and entity models from written
evidence and from interviews.
An understanding of normalization
The capacity to critically appraise a data or entity relationship
model for completeness and accuracy.
Main Content Introduction to systems analysis
Analysis and documenting of business processes
Data modeling
Foundations of database design
Pre-requisites B Com students (3 -year programme)
IFS131 or IFS132 and QSC131/132 or MAT126 and
ALC131/132
B Com students (4-year programme) and B Admin students
IFS 131 or 132 and QSC 131/132 or QSF131/132 and
ALC131/132
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BSc students (3year Programme)
IFS131 or IFS 132 and COS 101 and COS 114 or COS
124 and EED127 and MAT 105
BSc students ( 4year Programme)
IFS131 or IFS 132 and COS 101 and Intro to science
(ISC 153) and MAT 151 and MAT 152 OR
IFS 131 or IFS 132 and COS 101 and Physics 151 (2010) and
MAT 151 and MAT 152
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table requirements per week
Contact with lecturer/tutor: 56
Assignment & tasks: 60 Lectures p.w. 3
Tests & Examinations: 20 Practicals p.w None
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1
Self-study: 64
Total Learning Time 200
Methods of Student
Assessment
60% - Tests, assignments, tutorials.
40% - Final Assessment
Home Department INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Module Topic SYSTEMS DELIVERY MANAGEMENT
Generic Module Name SYSTEMS DELIVERY MANAGEMENT
Alpha-numeric code IFS233
Credit Value 20
Duration SEMESTER (2nd
Semester)
Level 6
Main Outcomes At the end of this module the student must:
Demonstrate the ability to develop refined simple project
networks.
Demonstrate an understanding of the basic characteristics of
work breakdown structures and have the ability to organize
them, from a detailed description of project and systems
requirements.
Be able to check and process basic timesheet data.
Demonstrate an understanding of the essential components of a
periodic project report and develop such a report from the basic
time sheet inputs and meeting notes.
Be able to identify the component parts of a systems test
Demonstrate an understanding of test scripts and an ability to
prepare such from systems requirement documentation.
Be able to explain and organize the implementation tasks
involved in handing a system over to the users, including
physical accommodation of the system, training and fault
reporting.
Demonstrate an understanding of the differences between
project completion meetings and post-implementation reviews,
and be able to plan and to report on them.
Main Content Project Planning & Control
Techniques for project control including network charts,
specification of tasks and deliverables, and the application of
time and work measurement.
Problems of completing the IS development work
Testing the quality of the completed system, and
Handing systems over and helping with user acceptance
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Pre-requisites IFS231
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time- table requirements per week
Contact with lecturer/tutor: 56
Assignment & tasks: 60 Lectures p.w. 3
Tests & Examinations: 20 Practicals p.w None
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1
Self-study: 64
Total Learning Time 200
Methods of Student
Assessment
60% - Tests, assignments, tutorials.
40% - Final Assessment
Stream 2: (IS Development)
Home Department INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Module Topic INTRODUCTION TO CLIENT-SIDE SCRIPTING
Generic Module Name INTRODUCTION TO CLIENT-SIDE SCRIPTING
Alpha-numeric code IFS232 (1st Semester)
Module numeric code IFS232
Credit Value 20
Duration SEMESTER
Level 6
Main Outcomes After the course students must demonstrate:
The ability to understand and code HTML pages, and make
use of CSS attributes;
An understanding of the basic principles of object-oriented
computer programming;
The ability to design and code client-side browser applications
using the Javascript language
An understanding of the design and operating principles of
relational databases
Main Content Development of client-side browser application modules and
simple databases through an object-oriented scripting
approach
Pre-requisites IFS131/IFS 132 pass requirement at 60%, QSC131/132 &
ALC131/132
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table requirements per week
Contact with lecturer/tutor: 56
Assignment & tasks: 60 Lectures p.w. 3
Tests & Examinations: 20 Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1
Self-study: 64
Total Learning Time 200
Methods of Student
Assessment
60% - Tests, assignments, tutorials.
40% - Final Assessment
Home Department INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Module Topic SERVER-SIDE APPLICATIONS DEVELOPMENT
Generic Module Name SERVER-SIDE APPLICATIONS DEVELOPMENT
Alpha-numeric code IFS234
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Credit Value 20
Duration SEMESTER (2nd
Semester)
Level 6
Main Outcomes At the end of this module the student must demonstrate:
The ability to develop a software application project.
An understanding of relational database theory
The ability to program data objects
An understanding of the relationship between software
applications and data sources in the context of an information
system.
An understanding of the process involved in the development
of a functional software application
The ability to participate in and contribute functionally to the
process of application design
Produce the design for and a working instance of a fully
functional server-side software application
Main Content Database-driven application development skills
The ability to participate in the design and production of a
real-world server-side software application
Pre-requisites IFS232 Pass requirement, QSC131/132 & ALC131/132
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table requirements per week
Contact with lecturer/tutor: 56
Assignment & tasks: 60 Lectures p.w. 3
Tests & Examinations: 20 Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1
Self-study: 64
Total Learning Time 200
Methods of Student Assessment 60% - Tests, assignments, tutorials.
40% - Final Assessment
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Information Systems
Module Topic Databases and Data Modelling
Generic Module Name Databases and Data Modelling
Alpha-numeric Code IFS242
Level 6
Credit Value 20
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. First
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
BCom (IS)
Year level 2
Main Outcomes At the end of this module the student will be able to:
Understand the principles of relational and object-oriented
databases
Understand the role of databases in modern information systems
Design relational databases of moderate complexity
Abstract table structure from data requirement statements
Understand the principles of primary- and foreign-key data
relationships
Utilise the SQL language to query databases
Utilise a modern relational database management system using the
data manipulation language and the data definition language
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Model data relationships
Main Content The theory and application of relational and object-oriented
databases
Data-oriented modelling theory and application
Unified Modelling Language
Object-oriented design principles
The object-oriented development life cycle
Pre-requisite modules IFS131 or IFS132, QSC132 or QSF131 or MAM126 and ALC132
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination None
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56 Lectures p.w. 3
Assignments & tasks: 60 Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessments 20
Selfstudy 64
Total Learning Time 200
Method of Student Assessment 60% test
assignments and
tutorials
40% final
assessment
Assessment Module type CFA
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Information Systems
Module Topic Business Information Systems
Generic Module Name Business Information Systems
Alpha-numeric Code IFS244
Level 6
Credit Value 20
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. Second
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
BCom(IS)
Year level 2
Main Outcomes At the end of this module the student will be able to:
Understand the range, function and nature of the diversity of
business information systems
Understand the interrelationships between business information
systems
Apply Information Systems theory and principles that will
improve business performance in the context of business cases
and scenarios
Apply key concepts of operations management and their
applications in the business environment
Articulate the contribution of information and the associated
technologies to supporting corporate objectives, adding value
and generating competitive advantage for the organisation
Develop objectives and strategic plans for the development of
integrated information systems within large and small
organisations in the manufacturing, commercial and service
sectors
Understand the role of data and business intelligence in
supporting management decision making
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Define the digital enterprise, and identify the unique
characteristics of eCommerce and eBusiness systems as they
relate to the digital enterprise
Main Content Management Information Systems
Business intelligence
Decision support systems
Expert systems
Electronic commerce and transaction processing systems
Specialised information systems – virtual reality, special-
purpose systems, artificial intelligence
Pre-requisite modules IFS131/132
Co-requisite modules IFS231, IFS242
Prohibited module Combination None
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56 Lectures p.w. 3
Assignments & tasks: 60 Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessments 20
Selfstudy 64
Total Learning Time 200
Method of Student Assessment 60% test assignments and tutorials
40% final assessment
Assessment Module type CFA
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Information Systems
Module Topic Introduction to Object-oriented Principles and Systems Design
Generic Module Name Introduction to Object-oriented Principles and Systems Design
Alpha-numeric Code IFS251
Level 6
Credit Value 20
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. First
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
BCom (IS)
Year level 2
Main Outcomes At the end of this module the student will be able to:
Demonstrate an understanding of the history of systems
development and the requirement for a new approach to systems
development
Demonstrate an understanding of the costs and benefits of
object-oriented design techniques
Demonstrate an understanding of system models and modelling
Apply basic data-oriented models and modelling techniques
Apply the theory of object-oriented abstraction and design
Demonstrate an understanding of the nature of software objects,
polymorphism and inheritance
Demonstrate an understanding of the properties of objects and
classes
Use Unified Modelling Language to create visual object-oriented
data models
Apply basic object-oriented approach in software development
Apply the principles of abstraction to design software objects
Demonstrate an understanding of the object-oriented
development life-cycle
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Utilise data-oriented models and entity relationship diagrams
Demonstrate an understanding of requirements modelling
Write introductory level object-oriented software in a higher-
order object-oriented programming language
Main Content The theory and application of object-oriented design principles
Applied introductory level object-oriented techniques in systems
and software
The object-oriented software design paradigm
Systems and software modelling
Unified Modelling Language
The object-oriented development life-cycle
Pre-requisite modules IFS131 or IFS132, QSC131/132 or QSF131/132 or MAM126
and ALC131/132.
Co-requisite modules IFS242
Prohibited module Combination None
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56 Lectures p.w. 3
Assignments & tasks: 60 Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessments 20
Selfstudy 64
Total Learning Time 200
Method of Student Assessment 60% test assignments and tutorials
40% final assessment
Assessment Module type CFA
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Information Systems
Module Topic Applied Object-oriented Principles
Generic Module Name Applied Object-oriented Principles
Alpha-numeric Code IFS262
Level 6
Credit Value 20
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. Second
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
BCom(IS)
Year level 2
Main Outcomes At the end of this module the student will:
Design software and data objects using object-oriented principles
and abstraction
Utilise a modern object-oriented programming language to apply
the principles of object-oriented design and programming
Build coherent, non-trivial object-oriented software applications
at intermediate level
Utilise a modern relational database management system
interface in object-oriented software applications
Demonstrate applied human computer interface implementation
and its user interface design techniques
Main Content Modern object-oriented design and abstraction principles
The syntax and application of a modern object-oriented
programming language
Interfacing databases with object-oriented software
Human computer interface theory and application
Pre-requisite modules None
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Co-requisite modules IFS242, IFS251
Prohibited module Combination None
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56 Lectures p.w. 3
Assignments & tasks: 60 Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessments 20
Selfstudy 64
Total Learning Time 200
Method of Student Assessment 60% test assignments and tutorials
40% final assessment
Assessment Module type CFA
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Information Systems
Module Topic Systems Engineering Principles
Generic Module Name Systems Engineering Principles
Alpha-numeric Code IFS363
Level 7
Credit Value 30
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered. First
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
BCom(IS)
Year level 3
Main Outcomes At the end of this module the student will:
Demonstrate an understanding of the interdisciplinary nature of
systems engineering
Demonstrate an understanding of the decomposition of the system
engineering process into a Systems Engineering Technical
process, and a Systems Engineering Management Process
Identify the relationship between the various systems engineering
stages
Demonstrate the incorporation of feedback into engineering
processes
Apply the principles of complexity management
Utilise systems engineering tools
Perform systems requirements analyses at an introductory level
Utilise the modern systems and software testing theories and
models
Main Content Systems and software engineering scope
Systems and software engineering process
Complexity management
Systems modeling
Systems engineering tools
Requirements analysis
Systems and software testing
Pre-requisite modules IFS242, IFS251
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination None
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 70 Lectures p.w. 4
Assignments & tasks: 90 Practicals p.w. 0
Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessments 20
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Selfstudy 120
Total Learning Time 300
Method of Student Assessment 60% test
assignments
and
tutorials
40% final
assessment
Assessment Module type CFA
Home Department INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Module Topic IFS INFORMATION SYSTEMS STRATEGY
Generic Module Name IFS INFORMATION SYSTEMS STRATEGY
Numeric Code IFS 361
Alpha-numeric code IFS 361 (1st semester)
Credit Value 30
Duration SEMESTER (1st semester)
Programmes in which the
module is offeres
BCom, BCom 4-year, BAdmin
Level 7
Main Outcomes After the course students must:
Understand how businesses create value and how information
systems assist in value creation.
Understand the principles of strategic planning as it affects
information systems.
Understand the different contribution that information systems can
make in different strategic situations
Understand the activities that contribute to good project
management and the competencies that support it.
Be able to work effectively (in a large organisation) in a project
office, or (in a smaller organisation) in a junior project
management role.
Be able to critically appraise and comment on project plans
prepared by others.
Main Content Introduction to the possible contributions that information
Systems can make in strategic planning.
The key activities in computer operations
The management of IT resources and IT suppliers.
Introduction to the basics of project management adding to the
prior second level module that deals with project control.
Accepted international frameworks for project management.
Pre-requisites Pass requirement IFS233
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer/tutor 48
Assignment & tasks: 112
Tests & Examination 12
Practicals: 28
Self-study: 100
Total Learning Time 300
B. Amended Time Table requirements per week
Lectures p.w.3
Practicals p.w. 1
Tutorials p.w.1
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Assessment Type e.g (CAF) 60% - Tests, assignments, tutorials.
40% - Final Assessment
Home Department INFORMATION SYSTEM
Module Topic IFS ARCHITECTURE AND INFRASTRUCTURE
Generic Module Name IFS ARCHITECTURE AND INFRASTRUCTURE
Alpha-numeric code IFS362
Credit Value 30
Duration Semester (2nd
semester)
Programmes in which the
module is offered
BCom, BAdmin
Level 7
Main Outcomes At the end of the course students must demonstrate an ability to:
critically appraise infrastructure plans for completeness and
coherency.
understand of normal computer room operations.
explain service management concepts and define effective
service level measures.
understand modern systems architecture and its relationship
and application to infrastructure
Main Content The key activities in information systems operations
The management of IT resources and IT suppliers.
Infrastructure management.
Systems architecture
Pre-requisites IFS361
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer/tutor: 48
Assignment & tasks: 112
Tests & Examinations: 12
Practicals: 28
Self-study: 100
Total Learning Time 300
B. Amended time-Table requirement per week
Lectures p.w. 3
Practicals p.w.
Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessment Type e.g. (CAF) 60% - Tests, assignments, tutorials.
40% - Final Assessment
Home Department INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Module Topic IFS PHILOSOPHY AND RESEARCH METHODS
Generic Module Name IFS PHILOSOPHY AND RESEARCH METHODS
Alpha-numeric code IFS352 (1ST
semester)
Credit Value 30
Duration SEMESTER
Level 7
Main Outcomes At the end of this module the student should be able to:
Understand different paradigms within IS.
perceive and understand how IS as a discipline forms part of a set
of interrelated cultural, social, political and other systems.
understand the origins of the information age.
understand the philosophical principles of academic writing and
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publishing in IFS, and be able to apply them.
Understand the ethical issues raised during eh process of
conducting research
understand the nature and progress of scientific enquiry, and its
application to IFS
Have knowledge of various research methods used in IFS
research.
Be able to find and evaluate information critically for research
purposes
Be able to write a research proposal.
Be able to interpret and use research output in IFS
Main Content IFS from a philosophical perspective.
This module is a prerequisite for the full-time Honours in IFS.
Introduction to research methods in IFS.
This module is a prerequisite for the Honours in IFS.
Pre-requisites Registered for BCom (IFS) and pass requirement for any two 2nd
-
year IFS modules.
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer/tutor 48
Assignment & tasks: 112
Tests & Examination 12
Practicals: 28
Self-study: 100
Total Learning Time 300
Methods of Student
Assessment
60% - Tests, assignments, tutorials.
40% - Final Assessment
Home Department INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Module Topic CAPITA SELECTA
Generic Module Name CAPITA SELECTA
Alpha-numeric code IFS351 (Not offered part-time)
Credit Value 30
Duration SEMESTER (2nd
Semester)
Programmes in which the
module is offered
BCom, BAdmin
Level 7
Main Outcomes Outcomes for this module will be announced before October of
the previous year
Main Content This module will be presented by visiting scholars and/or other
specialists and might change every year in line with current issues
in IS.
Detail on the topics will be announced on the website and
elsewhere before October of the previous year.
Pre-requisites Registered for BCom (IFS) and pass requirement IFS131/IFS132
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer/tutor: 48
Assignment & tasks: 112
Tests & Examinations: 12
Practicals: 28
Self-study: 100
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Total Learning Time 300
B. Amended time-Table requirement per week
Lectures p.w. 3
Practicals p.w.
Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessment Type e.g. (CAF) 60% - Tests, assignments, tutorials.
40% - Final Assessment
Home Department INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Module Topic CAPITA SELECTA
Generic Module Name CAPITA SELECTA
Alpha-numeric code IFS341
Credit Value 30
Duration SEMESTER (1st Semester)
Programmes in which the
module is offered
BCom, BAdmin
Level 7
Main Outcomes The outcomes of this module will be determined during the first
half of each year and will be announced on the Departmental
website before April of each year
Main Content Information about topics in this module will be announced on
Departmental website before April of each year
Pre-requisites Registered for BCom as an Information Systems Specialist and pass
requirement IFS 233
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer/tutor: 48
Assignment & tasks: 112
Tests & Examinations: 12
Practicals: 28
Self-study: 100
Total Learning Time 300
B. Amended time-Table requirement per week
Lectures p.w. 3
Practicals p.w.
Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessment Type e.g. (CAF) 60% - Tests, assignments, tutorials.
40% - Final Assessment
Home Department INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Module Topic DATA MODELLING FOR BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE
Generic Module Name DATA MODELLING FOR BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE
Alpha-numeric code IFS342(1st semester)
Credit Value 30
Duration SEMESTER
Programmes in which the
module is offered
BCom, BAdmin
Level 7
Main Outcomes At the end of this module the student must be able to:
understand and apply the principles of object-oriented design for
data storage and management systems
explain the principles of data warehousing and the critical factors
that lead to success.
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refer to case studies in different business areas and explain the
different motivations for investing in volume data management.
transform data into business intelligence using information
technology.
Main Content Object-oriented data storage and management
Basic concepts of data modelling
Data mining foundations
Data mining methods
Business applications of data mining - tools and techniques that
allow an organisation to manage its volume data, and to get value
out of it.
Transforming data into business intelligence
Pre-requisites Registered for BCom (IFS) and pass requirement for any two 2nd
year IFS Modules.
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer/tutor: 64
Assignment & tasks: 120
Tests & Examinations: 20
Self-study: 96
Total Learning Time 300
B. Amended time-Table requirement per week
Lectures p.w. 3
Practicals p.w.
Tutorials p.w. 1
Assessment Type e.g. (CAF) 60% - Tests, assignments, tutorials.
40% - Final Assessment
Home Department INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Module Topic CAPITA SELECTA
Generic Module Name CAPITA SELECTA
Alpha-numeric code IFS324 (2nd
semester)
Credit Value 30
Duration SEMESTER
Level 7
Main Outcomes At the end of this module the student must:
The outcomes of this module will be determined during the first
half of each year and will be announced on the Departmental
website before April of each year
Main Content Information about topics in this module will be announced on
Departmental website before April of each year
Pre-requisites Registered for BCom
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time- table requirements per week
Contact with lecturer/tutor: 48
Assignment & tasks: 112 Lectures p.w. 3
Tests & Examinations: 12 Practicals p.w None
Practicals: 28 Tutorials p.w. 1
Self-study: 100
Total Learning Time 300
Methods of Student
Assessment
60% - Tests, assignments, tutorials.
40% - Final Assessment
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Law Faculty Module Descriptors
Mercantile Law
Home Department Mercantile Law
Module Topic Mercantile Law
Generic Module Name Mercantile Law 102
Alpha Numeric Code MER102
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered Second
Programmes in which the
module is offered
B.Com(Acc) and B.Com
Level 5
Year level 1
Main Outcomes 1. INTRODUCTION TO THE SOUTH AFRICAN LEGAL
SYSTEM
Introduction to study of law
Aim
To explain the basic structure of our legal system.
Objectives
Students should
know the sources of law;
know the South African legal system;
understand the principles of the Constitution of the Republic of
South Africa, 1996 (Act 108 of 1996, as amended);
be able to state the current principles governing delictual
liability; and
understand unjustified enrichment.
Interpretation of statues
Aim
To give basic guidance on legal rules for interpreting statutes.
Have a broad understanding of the Interpretation Act 33 of 1957.
Objectives
Students should be able to
apply basic rules to solve problems; and
interpret statutes.
2. LAWS WHERE ONLY A BROAD KNOWLEDGE OF
THE RELEVANT STATUTES IS REQUIRED
General principles of the law of contract and agency
Aim
To establish a clear understanding of the legal principles operative
in this area, especially in those aspects where conflict can often arise
in practice.
Objectives
Students should be able to
interpret the provisions of a contract on behalf of clients; and
assess the liability of clients and other parties to an agency
agreement.
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Law of purchase and sale and letting and hiring
Aim
To establish the principles governing trading transactions and the
rights and responsibilities of parties to a contract of purchase and
sale, and letting and hiring.
Objectives
Students should be able to
determine when a valid purchase/sale has been concluded;
recognise difficult situations in which the validity is questioned;
and
explain in practical terms the consequences of lease transactions
to clients.
Basic principles of Employment Contract:
Students should be able to identify and interpret the essential
elements of an employment contract.
Objectives:
Students should be able to
determine if a valid employment contract was concluded
determine the rights and duties of employer and employee in
terms of the employment contract.
B- LAWS WHERE ONLY AN AWARENESS AND WHAT
THE ACT IS SEEKING TO ACHIEVE IS REQUIRED
Aim
An awareness of the relevant legislation as well as what the act is
seeking to achieve with regard to legal principles of this area.
Objective
Students should be able to describe the general principles of law
relating to such transactions.
Main Content 1. INTRODUCTION TO THE SOUTH AFRICAN LEGAL
SYSTEM
Introduction to study of law
Main divisions of law
Common law
Statute
Delict, contract and unjustified enrichment
The distinction between a delict and the principles of delictual
liability
The distinction between civil and criminal law
The operation of judicial precedent as a source of law
Bill of Rights (essence)
2. LAWS WHERE ONLY A BROAD KNOWLEDGE OF
THE RELEVANT STATUTES / COMMON LAW IS
REQUIRED
General principles of the law of contract and agency
Contract
Definition and essential elements
Agreement – intention to create obligations
Capacity to contract
Legality
Physical possibility of performance
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Formalities
Voidable contracts
Misrepresentation
Duress
Undue influence
Error (mistake)
Operation of contract
Parties affected by the contract
Contents of the contract
Obligations arising from the contract
Cession, delegation and variation of contract
Termination of contract
Performance – agreement – operation of
law
Breach of contract – forms of breach
Remedies for breach
Law of agency
Nature
Formation
Relationships of principal and agent
Rights and liabilities to third parties to
contracts made by agent
Agents’ rights and liabilities to third parties
Termination
Law of purchase and sale and letting and hiring
Law of sale
Introduction and definition
The goods
The price, effect of contracts of sale on
passing of ownership
Cash and credit sales
The risk
Duties of the seller
Seller’s warranty against latent defects
Seller’s warranty against eviction
Duties of the buyer
National Credit Act
Usury Act
Law of letting and hiring
Introduction and definition
Formalities
The object of the contract
The identity of the property to be let
The rent
Duration of leases
Renewal of leases
Duties of the lessor
The lessor’s warranty against eviction
Duties of the lessee
Landlord’s hypothec
Termination of leases
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Assignment and subletting
Employment contract:
Basic Principles
Rights & Duties of Employer & Employee
Impact of Constitution
B- LAWS WHERE ONLY AN AWARENESS AND WHAT
THE ACT IS SEEKING TO ACHIEVE IS REQUIRED
Law relating to property transactions
Sectional Titles Act 95 of 1986, as
5ecogni
Share Block Schemes Act
Alienation of Land Act, 1981
Time sharing schemes
Rights of purchasers
Protection of tenants
Law of mortgage and pledge
Parties to the mortgage or pledge
Types of mortgages and pledge
Effect of a mortgage or pledge
Extinction of mortgages and pledges
Foreclosure
Tacit securities - Liens
Pre-requisites ALC131 or ALC132
Co-requisites None
Prohibited combinations None
A. Breakdown of learning time Hours
Contact with lecturer/ tutor 56
Assignments & tasks: 24
Assessment: 20
Self Study 50
Total Learning Time 150
B. Amended time-table requirement per week
Lectures p.w.4
Practicals p.w.0
Tutorials p.w.0
Methods of student assessment: 2 tests(both compulsory)=CAM
Coursework : 50% final mark
Examination : 50% final mark
Assessment module type: CAF
Faculty Economic and Management Sciences
Home Department Mercantile Law
Module Topic Mercantile Law
Generic Module Name Mercantile Law 221
Alpha Numeric Code MCR221
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester
Proposed semester to be offered First
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
B.Com(Acc) and B.Com
Level 6
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Year level 2
Main Outcomes Students will have acquired an understanding of the general
principles, basic aspects and rules regulating the Law relating to
Insolvency, Negotiable Instruments, including Electronic Payments
and Transactions.
In addition students will have developed an understanding of how
these principles operate in practice.
Main Content The Law of Insolvency which includes (inter alia) a comparison
between voluntary surrender and compulsory sequestration, effect
and consequence of sequestration on the insolvent, the insolvent
estate and the solvent spouse, rehabilitation.
The Law of Negotiable Instruments, including basic principles of
cheque law and including the law relating to Electronic Payments
and Transactions.
Pre-requisites MER102
Co-requisites None
Prohibited combinations None
A. Breakdown of learning time Hours B.Time Table requirements per week
Contact with lecturer/ tutor: 42
Assignments & tasks: 0 Lectures pw 3
Practicals: 0 Practicals p.w 0
Assessments 5 Tutorials p.w. 0
Self Study 53
Total Learning Time 100
Methods of student assessment There will be two test opportunities during the semester of which at
least one test is compulsory. Students can therefore choose which
test to write and the mark for such test will constitute the student’s
coursework mark. Should any student opt to utilize both test
opportunities, the coursework mark will be the average mark
of the two tests.
1 examination
Coursework mark = 50% of final mark
Examination mark = 50% of final mark
Assessment module type CAF
Programme: Mathematical & Statistical Sciences
Note: The specifications of learning time in UWC’s module descriptors are subject to change according
to circumstances such as timetabling and other practical considerations: the analysis of learning time
therefore is purely indicative. However the overall number of notional learning hours for each module is
linked to credit value and is therefore fixed.
First Year Modules
A first year student will have 3 contact periods per week per subject. In addition there will be 1 tutorial
period per week and one practical session of 3 hours.
Core Modules (15 credits per module)
MAM126 Mathematics for Economic and Management Sciences (10 credit points)
Main Content: Mathematics of Finance. Differential and Integral Calculus. Applications to Managerial Sciences.
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Main Outcomes:
Develop Mathematical And Computational Skills
Develop The Skills To Read, With Understanding
Interpret Literature pertaining to Managerial Sciences that contains Mathematical Sciences .
Continuous Assessment Breakdown 1st
Year of Final Mark: STATISTICS
111 121 125
Tests 30 30 30
Tutorials and Assignments 20 20 20
Examination 50 50 50
Breakdown of learning hours: STATISTICS
STA111 STA121 STA125
Contact with Lecturer/Tutor 45 45 45
Assignments and Tasks 20 20 20
Tests and Examinations 5 5 5
Self study 35 35 35
Practicals 45 45 45
Total learning hours 150 150 150
Continuous Assessment Breakdown 2nd
Year of Final Mark: STATISTICS
211 213 221 223
Tests 40 40
Tutorials and Assignments 10 10
Tests and Assignments 30 30
Practicals 20 20
Examination 50 50 50 50
Breakdown of learning hours: STATISTICS
STA211 STA213 STA221 STA223
Contact with Lecturer/Tutor 60 50 60 50
Assignments and Tasks 40 10 40 10
Tests and Examinations 5 5 5 5
Self study 65 15 65 15
Practicals 30 20 30 20
Total learning hours 200 100 200 100
Continuous Assessment Breakdown 3rd
Year of Final Mark: STATISTICS
311 313 321 323
Tests 40 40
Tutorials and Assignments 10 10
Tests and Assignments 30 30
Practicals 20 20
Examination 50 50 50 50
Breakdown of learning hours: STATISTICS
STA311 STA313 STA321 STA323 STA322
Contact with lecturer 60 50 60 50 60
Assignments and Tasks 40 10 40 10 40
Tests and Examinations 5 5 5 5 5
Self study 65 15 65 15 65
Practicals 30 20 30 25 30
Total learning hours 200 100 200 100 200
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Statistics Syllabus
MODULE 111,121 211,221 213,223
125 311,321,322 313,323
Lectures per week 3 3 Practicals per week 1 1 3
STA121 Quantitative Methods (2nd
semester module) (15 credit points)
[Entry Level Requirement: Matric Mathematics or equivalent, knowledge of STA111 or STA125]
Main Content:
Operations research techniques
Questionnaire design and analysis
Planning of surveys; basics of knowledge discovery (KDD).
Main Outcomes: To be able to
recognize the importance of operations research in business
understand KDD (knowledge discovery and data mining) applications
obtain knowledge on questionnaire design and planning of surveys.
Home Department STATISTICS
Module Topic BUSINESS STATISTICS
Generic module name BUSINESS STATISTICS
Alpha-numeric code BUS131 (offered part-time only)
BUS132 (offered full-time only)
Credit Value 15
Duration S
Programmes in which the
module is offered.
B.Com.(General)
Level 5
Main Outcomes Business Statistics introduces students to the core concepts of
statistical analysis. The focus is on developing the ability to
recognize business situations in which statistical analysis may be
useful, and the relevant techniques and methods that apply in those
situations. Emphasis is on problem solving rather than mathematical
rigour. Upon successful completion of this course the student should
be able to demonstrate
Familiarity with the principles and methods used to extract
useful information from a data set.
The ability to present descriptive statistical information
graphically or numerically.
Competence in basic statistical analysis such as the normal
distribution, probability, sampling and the Central Limit
Theorem; and how they relate to inferential statistics.
An understanding of inferential statistical techniques and their
application in business context.
The use of index numbers and their application.
The ability to communicate statistical findings to a lay-
audience in a coherent and professional report.
Competent use of spreadsheets for basic statistical analysis
Main Content Graphical and Numerical Descriptive Methods
Basic probability theory
Discrete and continuous probability distributions
Statistical inference and sampling distributions
Confidence Interval Estimation
Hypothesis Testing
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Main Content Correlation Analysis
Simple Linear Regression Analysis
Index numbers
Time series
One-way ANOVA and Chi-square
Spreadsheet tools for statistical analysis
Pre-requisites QSC101; IS101
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations Stats 111/131/132
Breakdown of Learning Time Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56
Assignments & tasks: 20
Tests & examinations: 10
Practicals: 64
Selfstudy 150
Total Learning Time 56
Methods of Student
Assessment
Tests; Assignments and Tutorials: 60%
Examination: 40%
SECOND YEAR LEVEL
STA211 Distribution Theory (semester module) (20 credit points)
[Pre-requisite: Mathematics 111 and 121 or Mathematics 115 or 126 and Statistics STA131 or STA132
or STA125 or Mathematics MAM111 and MAM121 and Statistics STA111 and STA121]
[Co-requisite: Statistics STA213]
Main Content:
Definition of Statistical terms
Probability theory
Discrete and continuous probability distributions
Moments and moment generating functions
Sampling and sampling distributions.
Main Outcomes: To be able to gain insight into
Probability theory
discrete and continuous distributions
moments and moment generating functions
sampling and sampling distributions.
STA221 Inference and Regression (semester module) (20 credit points)
[Pre-requisite: Mathematics 111 and 121 or Mathematics 115 or 126 and Statistics STA131 or STA132
or STA125 or Mathematics MAM111 and MAM121 and Statistics STA111 and STA121; Knowledge of
STA211]
[Co-requisite: Statistics STA223]
Main Content:
Central limit theorem
Transformations
Point and interval estimation
Hypothesis tests
Regression analyses using matrices
ANOVA
Categorical data analyses.
Main Outcomes: To be able to
perform statistical inference with the use of estimation and hypothesis tests
explore linear models in more detail
perform analysis of variance and categorical data analysis.
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Department of Political Studies
First Year Level Modules Codes:
POL : Political Studies
SVK : Pass requirement
Home Department DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL STUDIES
Module topic INTRODUCTION TO POLITICAL STUDIES AND
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
Generic module name INTRODUCTION TO POLITICAL STUDIES AND
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
Alpha-numeric code POL131
Credit Value 15
Duration S
Module Type University
Level 5
Main Outcomes At the end of the course the student will be able to:
identify and describe the essential characteristics of politics
and the state in a national and international context (e.g.
authority, power, legitimacy and sovereignty)
outline the development of political institutions
provide the theoretical foundations for the study of
international relations
identify and describe key factors, issues and trends in national
and international politics
develop the basic techniques and knowledge necessary to
pursue further study in the field of Political Science and
International Relations
Main Content Key features of contemporary political dynamics and state
structures
Key theoretical approaches to the study of international
relations
Political trends in national and international politics
Key concepts in the fields of Political Science and
International Relations, e.g. power and authority
The impact of historical trends on current political structures at
the national and global level
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer/tutor: 56hrs
Assignment & tasks: 30 hrs
Tests & examinations: 8 hrs
Self-study: 56 hrs
Practicals: 0
Other (Specify)
Total Learning time: 150hrs
Methods of Student Assessment Assignments, Tasks, Tests = 50%
Examination (50%)
Module Name South African Politics and Government
Home Department SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT: PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL STUDIES
Module topic SOUTH AFRICAN POLITICS AND GOVERNMENT
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Generic module name SOUTH AFRICAN POLITICS AND GOVERNMENT
Alpha-numeric Code GOV 132
Credit Value 15
Duration S
Module Type University
Level 5
Main Outcomes After completion of the module learners should be able to:
Explain the political context in which the South African
government functions, including South Africa’s transition to
democracy;
Analyse political party policies and elections in post-apartheid
South Africa
Evaluate South Africa’s position in regional and international
context;
Explain the interface between politics and economics in South
Africa
Describe the constitutional framework of the South African
government
Recall terminology, trends, categories, methodology and
theories of South African central and provincial government
structures
Analyse elements, relationships and organizational principles
pertaining to the structure of the central and provincial
government of South Africa
Main Content South Africa’s political transition from apartheid to democracy
South African political parties (policies and historical
foundations)
Trends in South African elections since 1994
The South African political economy and its regional and
global context
Classification of and relationships between the legislative,
judicial and executive branches of government in South Africa
The composition and structure of branches of the South
African government
Division of government functions and services between
central, provincial and local spheres of government in South
Africa
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer/tutor: 56hrs
Assignment & tasks: 30 hrs
Tests & examinations: 8 hrs
Self-study: 56 hrs
Practicals:
Other (Specify)
Total Learning time: 150hrs
Methods of Student Assessment Assignments, Tasks, Tests = 60%
Examination (40%)
Second Year Level Modules SVK :Pol 131 (previously 101, 111 and 112) (at least 50%) and GOV132 (previously 102,
121 and 122) (at least 40%) OR GOV132 (at least 50%) and POL131 (at least 40%)
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Any four modules may be selected in consultation with the department.
Home Department Political Studies
Module topic Selected Themes in South African Politics
Generic module name Selected Themes in South African Politics
Alpha-numeric Code POL211
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester
Module Type University
Level 6
Main Outcomes At the end of this module, students will be able to:
Explain the impact of social categories e.g. race, class, gender,
ethnicity, disability and geographic localities (e.g. urban and
rural) on South Africa’s constitutional democracy with respect to
economic benefits
Analyse the latest debates and controversies in South African
politics
Main Content Democracy and social categories, eg. Ethnicity, Race, Class,
Gender, Disability
Contemporary debates resulting from the South African State-
Citizenship relationship
Political-economic issues in South Africa
Pre-requisites POL131 (at least 50%) AND GOV132 (at least 40%) OR POL131 (at
least 40%) AND GOV132 (at least 50%)
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28 hours
Assignments & tasks: 30 hours
Tests & examinations: 4 hours
Self-study: 38 hours
Practicals:
Other (specify):
Total learning time: 100 hours
Methods of Student
Assessment
Essay, tutorials, test 50%
Exam counts for 50%
Home Department Political Studies
Module topic Comparative Area Studies
Generic module name Comparative Area Studies
Alpha-numeric Code POL213
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester
Module Type University
Level 6
Main Outcomes At the end of this module, students will be able to:
Define new concepts, such as Electoral System, Federations,
Unitary States
Understand methods & theoretical perspectives in the field of
comparative politics;
Apply them to appropriate country case studies.
Main Content Comparative method in Political Studies
Electoral systems e.g. majoritarian and proportional
Forms of state, e.g. unitary or federal
Selected case studies
Pre-requisites POL131 (at least 50%) AND GOV132 (at least 40%) OR POL131 (at
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least 40%) AND GOV132 (at least 50%)
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28 hours
Assignments & tasks: 30 hours
Tests & examinations: 4 hours
Self-study: 38 hours
Practicals:
Total learning time: 100 hours
Methods of Student
Assessment
Abstracts, draft essay, essay (50%) e.g. Class test, Tutorial Exercises,
Academic Paper
Final Assessment (50%) e.g. Exam
Home Department Political Studies
Module topic Foreign Policy and Diplomacy
Generic module name Foreign Policy and Diplomacy
Alpha-numeric Code POL221
Credit Value 10
Duration Term
Module Type University
Level 6
Main Outcomes At the end of this module, students should be able to:
Define the concepts foreign policy and diplomacy
Analyze and evaluate foreign policy issues by explaining how
individual, state and system level factors impact on a state’s
foreign policy
Identify and explain economic, political and military instruments
of foreign policy
Analyze selected South African foreign policy issues
Main Content Main definitions, concepts and approaches to foreign policy
analysis and diplomacy
The role of state leadership, domestic politics and a state’s
position and power in foreign policy-making
South African foreign policy issues
Pre-requisites POL131 (at least 50%) AND GOV132 (at least 40%) OR POL131 (at
least 40%) AND GOV132 (at least 50%)
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28 hours
Assignments & tasks: 30 hours
Tests & examinations: 4 hours
Self-study: 38 hours
Practicals:
Total learning time: 100 hours
Methods of Student
Assessment
Continuous Evaluation: Class Test; Group Assignment and
presentations; Academic Paper (50%), Final Assessment (50%)
Home Department Political Studies
Module topic RESEARCH PAPER
Generic module name RESEARCH PAPER
Alpha-numeric Code POL223
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester
Module Type University
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Level 6
Main Outcomes At the end of this module, students should be able to:
do research on a topic in the field of Political Studies selected
in consultation with the department
compile a bibliography of sources on the selected topic
do a literature survey on the selected topic
write an academic essay documenting research findings
Main Content Literature survey on a selected topic
Research question and hypothesis
Bibliography
Research findings
Pre-requisites Pol 131 (at least 50%) AND GOV 132 (at least 40%)
OR
Pol 131 (at least 40%) AND Gov 132 (at least 50%)
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with supervisor / tutor: 28 hours
Assignments & tasks: 30 hours
Tests & examinations: 4 hours
Self-study: 38 hours
Practicals:
Total learning time: 100 hours
Methods of Student
Assessment
Academic essay (50%)
Final assessment (50%), e.g. Written or Oral Exam
* A research paper and seminar may only be taken with the permission of the department
Home Department POLITICAL STUDIES
Module topic POLITICAL THOUGHT
Generic module name POLITICAL THOUGHT
Alpha-numeric Code POL224
Credit Value 10
Duration Semester
Module Type University
Level 6
Main Outcomes At the end of this module students should be able to:
Describe and evaluate important contemporary political theories,
such as Marxism, Liberalism, Nationalism, Constructivism
Compare theories with respect to relevant criteria, e.g. their view
on the sources of authority and power in society
Identify proponents of these theories and explain their
contribution to the development of political thought
Main Content selected political theories such as Marxism and Neo-Liberalism.
Arguments and critique of proponents of these theories
Pre-requisites POL131 (at least 50%) AND GOV 132 (at least 40%)
OR
POL131 (at least 40%) AND GOV132 (at least 50%)
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28 hours
Assignments & tasks: 30 hours
Tests & examinations: 4 hours
Self-study: 38 hours
Practicals: 0 hours
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Other (specify): 0 hours
Total learning time: 100 hours
Methods of Student
Assessment
Essay and tutorial work 50%
Examination 50%
Third Year
Pass POL131, GOV132 plus three second year level credits in Political Studies.
Module Name POL 311: Research Methodology
Home Department Political Studies
Module topic Research Methodology
Generic module name Research Methodology
Alpha-numeric Code POL311
Credit Value 15
Duration S
Module Type University
Level 7
Main Outcomes At the end of this module, students will be able to:
Identify and evaluate different research approaches and methods
Formulate and execute a basic research project
Main Content Various research approaches and methodologies
Research project
Pre-requisites POL 101, POL 102, /POL131, GOV132l; and
Any three from the following: POL 211, POL 213, POL 221, POL
224
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28 hours
Assignments and Tasks: 45 hours
Tests & examinations: 5 hours
Self-study: 72 hours
Practicals:
Total learning time: 150 hours
Methods of Student
Assessment
Course work, Essay (50%)
Examination (50%)
Home Department POLITICAL STUDIES
Module topic IDEOLOGY AND POLITICS
Generic module name IDEOLOGY AND POLITICS
Alpha-numeric code POL312
Credit Value 15
Duration S
Module Type University
Level 7
Main Outcomes At the end of this module, students will be able to:
Critically explain the nature and political functions of modern
power ideologies;
Compare selected ideologies, e.g. Afrikaner nationalism and
black consciousness
Analyse their presence in a particular regime e.g. post-colonial
regimes.
Main Content Political uses of ideologies in
power politics and mass
mobilisation.
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Radical black thought
Post-coloniality
Pre-requisites POL 101, POL 102/POL131, GOV132, and
Any three from the following: POL 211, POL 213, POL 221, POL
224
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28 hours
Assignments and Tasks: 45 hours
Tests & examinations: 5 hours
Self-study: 72 hours
Practicals:
Total learning time: 150 hours
Methods of Student
Assessment
Course work, Essay (50%);
Examination (50%)
Home Department Political Studies
Module topic RESEARCH PAPER
Generic module name RESEARCH PAPER
Alpha-numeric Code POL313
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Module Type University
Level 7
Main Outcomes At the end of this module, students should be able to:
do in-depth research on a topic in the field of Political Studies
selected in coordination with the department
formulate a research question and hypothesis
compile a bibliography of sources on the selected topic
do a literature survey on the selected topic
employ appropriate research methodologies
write an academic essay documenting research findings
Main Content Literature survey on a selected topic
Research question and hypothesis
Bibliography
Research design
Research findings
Pre-requisites POL 101, POL 102, /POL131, GOV132l AND
any three from the following: POL 211, POL 213, POL 221, POL 224
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28hours
Assignments and Tasks: 45 hours
Tests & examinations: 5 hours
Self-study: 72hours
Practicals:
Total learning time: 150 hours
Methods of Student
Assessment
Academic essay (50%)
Final assessment (50%), e.g. Written or Oral Exam
A research paper and seminar may only be taken with the
permission of the department.
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Home Department Political Studies
Democratic Theory and Practice
Democratic Theory and Practice
Alpha-numeric Code POL321
Credit Value 15
Duration S
Module Type University
Level 7
Main Outcomes At the end of this module, students will be able to:
Explain and contrast different theories of democracy
Identify and analyse various ideal types of democracy
Analyse types of democracy as found on the African continent
Critically debate issues in South African democracy, e.g.
equality, good governance, minority rights etc.
Main Content Theories of democracy
Types of democracy
Debates specifically related to African democracies
Pre-requisites POL 101, POL 102/POL131, GOV132 and any three from the
following; POL 211, POL 213, POL 221, POL 224
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28 hours
Assignments and Tasks: 45 hours
Tests & examinations: 5 hours
Self-study: 72 hours
Practicals:
Total learning time: 150 hours
Methods of Student
Assessment
Oral Presentation, Test and/or Essay (50%)
Examination 50%
Home Department POLITICAL STUDIES
Module topic INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTIONS
Generic module name INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTIONS
Alpha-numeric Code POL322
Credit Value 15
Duration Semester
Module Type University
Level 7
Main Outcomes After completion the student will be able to:
describe and explain the formation and nature of international
institutions in terms of IR theories, e.g. regional integration and
regime theory
explain the origin and evaluate the purpose and shortcomings of
selected international
Organizations, e.g. the United Nations and the African Union.
Main Content International cooperation through international institutions
Regional integration and regime formation
Global governance with specific reference to international
organizations, such as the United Nations or the African Union
Pre-requisites POL 101, POL 102/POL131, GOV132 and any three from the
following; POL 211, POL 213, POL 221, POL 224
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28hours
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Assignments and Tasks: 45 hours
Tests & examinations: 5 hours
Self-study: 72hours
Practicals:
Total learning time: 150 hours
Methods of Student
Assessment
Continuous evaluation,: Class test; Group Assignment and
presentation and/or academic paper (50%), Final Assessement (50%)
Exam
Public Administration First Year Level Courses The course consists of two sections
Home Department School of Government: Public Administration
Module topic Introduction to Public and Local Government Administration and
Management
Generic module name Introduction to Public and Local Government Administration and
Management
Alpha-numeric Code PUA131
Credit Value 15
Duration S
Module Type University
Level 6
Main Outcomes After completion of the module learners should be in a position to:
Possess a comprehensive introduction to the discipline of
public administration/management from its early days to the
present
Demonstrate an understanding of the role and scope of the
activity of public administration or public management and
in the context of the contemporary state
Analyse the patterns of interaction between public
administration at work, and other formal political institutions
of the state and as well as other components of civil society
Evaluate the role of public administration in the process of
public policy-making
Examine and evaluate the on-going changing role and scope
of the state and its administration
Understand and analyse the importance of the administration
and/or management of public affairs and the role and
functions of the public manager within this context
Understand theories of local government and comprehend the
structure of local government in South Africa
Main Content Public Administration as a field of study
Government functions and services
Intergovernmental relations
The relationship between governance and public
management
Policy implementation, impact and evaluation
The role of and functions of the public manager
An introduction to the composition and structure of the local
sphere of government.
The importance, role, functions, structures and process of the
local sphere of government in South Africa
Pre-requisites None
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Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer/tutor: 42 hrs
Assignment & tasks: 40 hrs
Tests & examinations: 10 hrs
Self-study: 58 hrs
Practicals: 0
Total Learning time: 150hrs
Methods of Student Assessment Assignments, Tasks 15%
Group case study 20%
Tests 25%
Assessment (40%)
Home Department SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT: PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL STUDIES
Module topic SOUTH AFRICAN POLITICS AND GOVERNMENT
Generic module name SOUTH AFRICAN POLITICS AND GOVERNMENT
Alpha-numeric Code GOV 132
Credit Value 15
Duration S
Module Type University
Level 5
Main Outcomes After completion of the module learners should be able to:
Explain the political context in which the South African
government functions, including South Africa’s transition to
democracy;
Analyse political party policies and elections in post-
apartheid South Africa
Evaluate South Africa’s position in regional and
international context;
Explain the interface between politics and economics in
South Africa
Describe the constitutional framework of the South African
government
Recall terminology, trends, categories, methodology and
theories of South African central and provincial government
structures
Analyse elements, relationships and organizational
principles pertaining to the structure of the central and
provincial government of South Africa
Main Content South Africa’s political transition from apartheid to
democracy
South African political parties (policies and historical
foundations)
Trends in South African elections since 1994
The South African political economy and its regional and
global context
Classification of and relationships between the legislative,
judicial and executive branches of government in South
Africa
The composition and structure of branches of the South
African government
Division of government functions and services between
central, provincial and local spheres of government in South
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Africa
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer/tutor: 42 hrs
Assignment & tasks: 40 hrs
Tests & examinations: 10 hrs
Self-study: 58 hrs
Practicals:
Total Learning time: 150 hrs
Methods of Student Assessment Assignments, Tasks, Tests = 60%
Examination (40%)
Second Year Level Courses
Students are required to select four elective modules in consultation with the department.
Home Department SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT - PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Module topic PUBLIC SECTOR HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Generic module name PUBLIC SECTOR HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Alpha-numeric Code PUA211
Credit Value 10
Duration Term
Module Type University
Level 6
Main Outcomes After completion of the module learners will be able to:
Explain the terminology, elements, categories, principles,
criteria and methodology of human resource management.
Explain the role and functions of the public manager in human
resource management.
Explain the nature and dynamics of the personnel provision
and utilisation phases of the human resource management
process.
Apply the fundamentals of human resource management to
public sector human resource management.
Main Content Fundamentals of human resource management
Human resource provisioning
Human resource utilization
Role of and functions of public manager in human
resource management
Pre-requisites PUA 131 (40%) And GOV 132 (40%)
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time HOURS
Contact with lecturer/tutor: 21 hours
Contact with tutor: 12 hours
Assignments & tasks: 30 hours
Tests & examinations: 9 hours
Self-study: 28 hours
Practicals:
Total learning time: 100 hours
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Methods of Student Assessment Tests which measure learning acquired
through lecture attendance and self-study 10%
Evaluation of the learner’s preparation for tutorial exercises and
participation in tutorial sessions: 20%
Evaluation of the Personal Portfolio process 15%
Evaluation of research assignment 15%
Examination 40%
Module Name PUA 212: Public Policy Analysis
Home Department SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT - PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Module topic PUBLIC POLICY ANALYSIS
Generic module name PUBLIC POLICY ANALYSIS
Alpha-numeric Code PUA212
Credit Value 10
Duration Term
Module Type University
Level 6
Main Outcomes After completion of the module, learners will be able to:
• Explain the organizational, sectoral and societal significance of
policy.
• Explain the nature and dynamics of phases in the policy process.
• Apply public policy analysis methodologies to policy issues.
• Design a Policy Issue Paper which reflects the structuring of a
policy issue.
Main Content • The identification, structuring, assessment and prioritisation of
public policy issues.
• The design of public policy projects.
• The implementation of public policy projects.
• The control, evaluation and review of public policy projects.
Pre-requisites PUA131 (40%) And GOV 132 (40%)
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer / tutor: 21 hours
Assignments & tasks: 9 hours
Tests & examinations: 42 hours
Self-study: 28 hours
Practicals:
Total learning time: 100 hours
Methods of Student Assessment Tests which measure learning acquired through lecture attendance
and self-study: 10%
Evaluation of the learner’s preparation for tutorial
exercises and participation in tutorial sessions: 20%
Evaluation of the Personal Portfolio process 15%
Evaluation of research assignment 15%
Examination which measures learning acquired
through lecture attendance and self study: 40%
Home Department School of Government - Public Administration
Module topic Administration and Democracy
Generic module name Administration and Democracy
Alpha-numeric Code PUA213
Credit Value 10
Duration Term
Module Type University
Level 6
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Main Outcomes After completion of the module students should be able to:
Examine and explain contemporary issues of Public
Administration with the administrative, social, economic and
political values of a democratic state.
Examine and apply various approaches on democratic
theories, civil society and bureaucracy to contemporary South
African Public Administration.
Synthesize research findings on public administration and
democracy in South Africa.
Main Content Contemporary issues of South African Public Administration
in relation to administrative, social, economic and political
values of a democratic state.
Approaches on democratic theories, civil society and bureaucracy.
Pre-requisites PUA131 (40%) and GOV132 (40%)
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer 33 hours
Assignments & tasks: 30 hours
Tests & examinations: 9 hours
Self-study: 28 hours
Practicals:
Total learning time: 100 hours
Methods of Student Assessment Assignment & tasks: 15%
Tests which measure learning acquired through lecture attendance
and self-study: 10%
Evaluation of the learner’s preparation for tutorial exercises and
participation in tutorial sessions: 20%
Evaluation of Personal Portfolio process 15%
Home Department School of Government - Public Administration
Module topic Public Financial Management
Generic module name Public Financial Management
Alpha-numeric Code PUA221
Credit Value 10
Duration Term
Module Type University
Level 6
Main Outcomes After completion of the module students should be able to:
Explain the fundamentals of public sector financial
management: terminology; specific facts; conventions; trends
and sequences; classifications and categories; criteria;
methodology; principles and generalizations; and theories of
public financial management.
Explain the significance of the role of the budget in pursuing
the goals and objectives of the government.
Explain the nature and dynamics of the phases of the budget
cycle.
Explain the role of the public manager in public financial
management.
Evaluate the impact of financial control measures (e.g.
auditor-general) on efficient and effective management
practices in governmental organisations.
Main Content Fundamentals of public financial management
Socio-political realities of public financial management
National budgets: features, functions & practices
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Public financial accountability; internal control; auditing;
intergovernmental fiscal relations; provisioning
administration; public debt management; and role of and
functions of public manager in financial management.
Pre-requisites PUA131 (40%) and GOV132 (40%)
Co-requisites
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer/tutor: 21 hours
Contact with tutor: 12 hours
Assignments & tasks: 30 hours
Tests & examinations: 9 hours
Self-study: 28 hours
Practicals:
Other (specify):
Total learning time: 100 hours
Methods of Student Assessment Assignment & tasks: 20%
Tests which measure learning acquired through lecture attendance
and self-study: 10%
Evaluation of the learner’s preparation for tutorial exercises and
participation in tutorial sessions: 15%
Evaluation of the Personal Portfolio process: 15%
Examination: 40%
Home Department School of Government - Public Administration
Module topic Urban and Rural Management
Generic module name Urban and Rural Management
Alpha-numeric Code PUA222
Credit Value 10
Duration Term
Module Type University
Level 6
Main Outcomes After completion of the module students should be able to
Explain the organisational and societal significance of
urbanisation processes, particularly in developing countries.
Comprehend and explain the challenges urbanisation gives
rise to, such as informal settlements, job creation, service
delivery, etc.).
Explain the challenges facing rural development in
developing countries, particularly on the African continent.
Comprehend contemporary management issues in urban and rural
local government, particularly in developing countries.
Main Content Contemporary issues of urbanisation processes:
challenges of informal settlements, job creation, service
delivery.
Intergovernmental relations and urban functions and
processes.
Role of rural areas in social and political economy and
approaches towards management of this sector.
Appropriate forms of rural government and effective management of
rural and urban development.
Pre-requisites PUA131 (40%) and GOV132 (40%)
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer/tutor: 21 hours
Contact with tutor: 12 hours
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Assignments & tasks: 30 hours
Tests & examinations: 9 hours
Self-study: 28 hours
Practicals:
Total learning time: 100 hours
Methods of Student Assessment Tests which measure learning acquired through lecture attendance
and self-study: 10%
Evaluation of the learner’s preparation for tutorial exercises and
participation in tutorial sessions: 20%
Evaluation of the Personal Portfolio process: 15%
Evaluation of research assignment: 15%
Examinations: 40%
Home Department SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT - PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Module topic ORGANISATIONAL THEORIES IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR
Generic module name ORGANISATIONAL THEORIES IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR
Alpha-numeric Code PUA223
Credit Value 10
Duration Term
Module Type University
Level 6
Main Outcomes After completion of the module students should be able to:
Recall terminology; specific facts; trends and sequences;
classifications and categories; criteria; methodology;
principles and generalizations.
Comprehend major theories/schools of thought on
organisation.
Explain applicability of principles of major theories/schools
of thought on organization to public administration
institutions.
Main Content Nature of organisation theories
Formal theories of organisation: Bureaucratic model,
scientific management, universal school of administration,
human relations approach, decision-making approach,
behavioural science approach, environmental approaches,
systems and contingency theories, cybernetics; organization
development and change.
Pre-requisites PUA131 (40%) and GOV132 (40%)
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer/tutor: 21 hours
Contact with tutor: 12 hours
Assignments & tasks: 30 hours
Tests & examinations: 9 hours
Self-study: 28 hours
Practicals:
Total learning time: 100 hours
Methods of Student Assessment Tests which measure learning acquired through lecture attendance
and self-study: 10%
Evaluation of the learner’s preparation for tutorial exercises and
participation in tutorial sessions: 20%
Evaluation of the Personal Portfolio process: 15%
Evaluation of research assignment: 15%
Examinations: 40%
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Practicum
Third Year Level
Students are required to select four elective modules in consultation with the Department.
Home Department SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT - PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Module topic RESEARCH METHODS IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Generic module name RESEARCH METHODS IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Alpha-numeric Code PUA311
Credit Value 15
Duration Term
Module Type University
Level 7
Main Outcomes After completion of the module students should be able to:
Explain terminology; specific facts; conventions; trends and
sequences; classifications and categories; criteria;
methodology; principles and generalizations.
Explain the application of analytic tools and social science
methods to problems associated with policy formulation,
implementation and evaluation.
Apply the logic and skills needed to engage in practical
research projects.
Main Content The research process
Conceptual foundations and elements of social scientific
research and types of research
Preparation and conceptualisation of policy studies
Research designs
Analysis of recommendations, research report writing and
communication of research results to policymakers
Pre-requisites PUA131, GOV132; PUA 212
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer: 21 hours
Assignments & tasks: 40 hours
Tests & examinations: 10 hours
Self-study: 65 hours
Practicals/contact with tutor: 14 hours
Total learning time: 150 hours
Methods of Student Assessment Tests which measure learning acquired through lecture attendance
and self-study: 10%
Evaluation of the learner’s preparation for tutorial exercises and
participation in tutorial sessions: 20%
Evaluation of the Personal Portfolio process 15%
Evaluation of Research assignment: 15%
Examinations: 40%
Home Department SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT - PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Module topic LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Generic module name LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Alpha-numeric Code PUA312
Credit Value 15
Duration Term
Module Type University
Level 7
Main Outcomes After completion of the module students should be able to:
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Recall terminology; specific facts; conventions; trends and
sequences; classifications and categories; criteria;
methodology; principles and generalisations of local
government administration and management.
Comprehend and explain the structure of local government in
South Africa and contemporary management issues in
metropolitan and rural local government.
Analyse and explain elements, relationships, problems and
challenges facing local authorities within a framework of
comparative studies of systems of local government in various
countries.
Main Content Aspects of citizen participation and representation
Local government issues: finance; metropolitan growth;
implications of industrialisation and urbanisation
Comparative study of systems of local government
Pre-requisites PUA 131, GOV132, PUA 222
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer: 21 hours
Assignments & tasks: 40 hours
Tests & examinations: 10 hours
Self-study: 65 hours
Practicals/contact with tutor: 14 hours
Total learning time: 150 hours
Methods of Student Assessment Tests which measure learning acquired through lecture attendance
and self-study: 10%
Evaluation of the learner’s preparation for tutorial exercises and
participation in tutorial sessions:20%
Evaluation of the Personal Portfolio process: 15%
Evaluation of research assignment: 15%
Examination: 40%
Home Department SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT - PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Module topic COMPARATIVE PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Generic module name COMPARATIVE PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Alpha-numeric Code PUA313
Credit Value 15
Duration Term
Module Type University
Level 7
Main Outcomes After completion of the module students should be able to:
Explain terminology; specific facts; trends and sequences;
classifications and categories; criteria; methodology;
principles and generalisations of administrative systems of
developed and developing nations.
Explain and compare the structure and systems of
administration of government of developed and developing nations.
Explain the elements, relationships and organizational
principles pertaining to the systems of administration of
developed and developing countries.
Main Content Criteria for cross-national comparisons
Comparison of structures and administrative culture;
dimensions of administrative capacity; causes of chronic mal-
administration; comparative study of key policy issues
Pre-requisites PUA131, GOV132, PUA 222
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Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer: 21 hours
Assignments & tasks: 40 hours
Tests & examinations: 10 hours
Self-study: 65 hours
Practicals/contact with tutor: 14 hours
Total learning time: 150 hours
Methods of Student Assessment Tests which measure learning acquired through lecture attendance
and self-study: 10%
Evaluation of the learner’s preparation for tutorial exercises and
participation in tutorial sessions: 20%
Evaluation of the Personal Portfolio process: 15%
Evaluation of Research assignment: 15%
Examinations: 40%
Home Department SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT - PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Module topic THEORIES AND TECHNIQUES OF PLANNING
Generic module name THEORIES AND TECHNIQUES OF PLANNING
Alpha-numeric Code PUA314
Credit Value 15
Duration Term
Module Type University
Level 7
Main Outcomes After completion of the module students should be able to:
Recall fundamentals of development planning and planning
techniques: terminology; specific facts; conventions; trends
and sequences; classifications and categories; criteria;
methodology; principles and generalizations.
Develop a practically-oriented overview of various models of
development planning and major planning techniques.
Develop an understanding of the field from different
disciplinary perspectives.
Main Content Social mobilization approaches to development
Planning Human resource theories
Economic growth forecasting methods
Demographic-based projections
Micro and macro-economic models
Pre-requisites PUA131, GOV132, PUA 211, PUA 212
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer/tutor: 21 hours
Assignments & tasks: 40 hours
Tests & examinations: 10 hours
Self-study: 65 hours
Practicals/contact with tutor: 14 hours
Total learning time: 150 hours
Methods of Student Assessment Tests which measure learning acquired through lecture attendance
and self-study: 10%
Evaluation of the learner’s preparation for tutorial exercises and
participation in tutorial sessions: 20%
Evaluation of the Personal Portfolio process: 15%
Evaluation of research assignment: 15%
Examinations: 40%
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Home Department SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT - PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Module topic MANAGEMENT IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR
Generic module name MANAGEMENT IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR
Alpha-numeric Code PUA321
Credit Value 15
Duration Term
Module Type University
Level 7
Main Outcomes After completion of the module students should be able to:
Explain management terminology; conventions; trends and
sequences; classifications and categories; criteria;
methodology; principles and generalisations; and theories of
management.
Explain the role, functions and skills requirements of the
public manager in a public sector environment.
Comprehend the utility of specific management techniques to
enhance efficient and effective decision-making.
Main Content Fundamentals of public sector management
Roles & functions of the public manager in policymaking;
planning; organising; leadership; coordination and control;
evaluation, discipline and staff development
Changing roles of public managers and skills required
Pre-requisites PUA131, GOV132, PUA 211, PUA 212, PUA221 (40%), PUA222
(40%)
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer: 21 hours
Assignments & tasks: 40 hours
Tests & examinations: 10 hours
Self-study: 65 hours
Practicals/contact with tutor: 14 hours
Total learning time: 150 hours
Methods of Student Assessment Tests which measure learning acquired through lecture attendance
and self-study: 10%
Evaluation of the learner’ s preparation for tutorial exercises and
participation in tutorial sessions: 20%
Evaluation of the Personal Portfolio process: 15%
Evaluation of research assignment: 15%
Examinations: 40%
Home Department SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT - PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Module topic DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATION
Generic module name DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATION
Alpha-numeric code PUA322
Credit Value 15
Duration Term
Module Type University
Level 7
Main Outcomes After completion of the module students should be able to:
Explain terminology; specific facts; trends and sequences;
classifications and categories; criteria; methodology;
principles; generalisations; and models of development.
Comprehend and explain the role of public administration in
promoting of especially socio-economic development
Apply models of development in particular development
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situations.
Explain problems and challenges in development
administration and development crises in Third World countries.
Main Content Meanings and features of development administration and
models of development
Entrepreneurial public administration and the promotion of
developmental programmes
Public administration and public enterprise
Problems in development administration in the Third World
Pre-requisites PUA131, GOV132, PUA 222
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer: 21 hours
Assignments & tasks: 40 hours
Tests & examinations: 10 hours
Self-study: 65 hours
Practicals/contact with tutor: 14 hours
Total learning time: 150 hours
Methods of Student Assessment Tests which measure learning acquired through lecture attendance
and self-study: 10%
Evaluation of the learner’s preparation for tutorial exercises and
participation in tutorial sessions: 20%
Evaluation of the Personal Portfolio process: 15%
Evaluation of research assignment: 15%
Examinations: 40%
Module Name PUA 323- Management Systems in the Public Sector
Home Department SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT - PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Module topic MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR
Generic module name MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR
Alpha-numeric Code PUA323
Credit Value 15
Duration Term
Module Type University
Level 7
Main Outcomes After completion of the module students should be able to:
Explain terminology, specific facts; trends and sequences;
classifications and categories; criteria; methodology; principles
and generalisations of management systems in the public sector.
Explain application of management systems and techniques to
public sector programmes.
Apply relevant management techniques to particular and
concrete situations within public sector programmes.
Main Content The application of computerized information systems
project management, systems analysis, PERT, CPM, and other
systems management approaches to public sector programmes.
Pre-requisites PUA131, GOV132, PUA 222, PUA221 (40%)
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer: 21 hours
Assignments & tasks: 40 hours
Tests & examinations: 10 hours
Self-study: 65 hours
Practicals/contact with tutor: 14 hours
Total learning time: 150 hours
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Methods of Student Assessment Tests which measure learning acquired through lecture attendance
and self-study: 10%
Evaluation of the learner’s preparation for tutorial exercises and
participation in tutorial sessions: 20%
Evaluation of the Personal Portfolio process: 15%
Evaluation of research assignment: 15%
Examinations: 40%
Module Name PUA 324- Public Enterprise Management
Home Department SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT - PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Module topic PUBLIC ENTERPRISE MANAGEMENT
Generic module name PUBLIC ENTERPRISE MANAGEMENT
Alpha-numeric Code `PUA324
Credit Value 15
Duration Term
Module Type University
Level 7
Main Outcomes After completion of the module students should be able to:
Recall terminology, specific facts; trends and sequences;
classifications and categories; criteria; methodology; principles
and generalisations of public enterprises.
Understand and explain the classification, structures and
management systems of public enterprises.
Explain the role of public enterprises as major instruments of
development planning and implementation.
Analyse elements, relationships and organizational principles
pertaining to the structure and management of public
enterprises.
Main Content Examine the purposes, performance and problems
of management in public enterprises and their role
in terms of contribution to employment,
investment and output.
Role of performance of public enterprises; Financial autonomy and
accountability; Coordination within government; Reform of public
enterprise; Privatisation and liquidation.
Pre-requisites PUA131, GOV132, PUA 221, PUA 222
Co-requisites None
Prohibited Combinations None
Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer: 21 hours
Assignments & tasks: 40 hours
Tests & examinations: 10 hours
Self-study: 65 hours
Practicals/contact with tutor: 14 hours
Total learning time: 150 hours
Methods of Student Assessment Tests which measure learning acquired through lecture attendance
and self-study: 10%
Evaluation of the learner’s preparation for tutorial exercises and
participation in tutorial sessions: 20%
Evaluation of the Personal Portfolio process: 15%
Evaluation of research assignment: 15%
Examinations: 40%
Faculty EMS
Home Department School of Government
Module Topic Industrial Policy
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Generic Module Name Industrial Policy
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Credit Value 15
Duration semester
Proposed semester to be offered. First semester
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
BEcon
NQF level 7
Year Level 3
Main Outcomes After completing this module, learners will be able to:
Evaluate i) the objectives of the NIPF ii) the strategic
programs of NIPF and iii) the implications of the accelerated
and shared growth initiative.
Explain the necessary conditions for industrialisation and ii)
discuss the pre-1994 and post 1994 industrial development
path of South Africa
Perform a situational analysis of industrial development in
South Africa by referring to aspects such as industrial
strategies, financing issues, skill & education issues, impact
of fiscal policy, technology & innovation, small business
development and competition policy.
Evaluate the recent industrial policy plan of government
Main Content The following main topics are covered in the module:
The concept of Industrial Policy & the National Industrial
Policy Framework (NIPF)
Industrialisation
Situational Analysis of Industrial Development
Industrial & Sector Strategies
Financing Issues of Industrial Policy
Skills & Education Issues for Industrial Policy
Industrial Regulation & Competition Policy
Industrial Policy & Fiscal Policy
Industrial Policy & Issues Pertaining
Industrial policy action Plan
Pre-requisite modules ECO 231 and ECO 232
Co-requisite modules None
Prohibited module Combination
A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28 Lectures p.w.
Assignments & tasks: 35 Practicals p.w.
Practicals: 1 Tutorials p.w.
Test and Assessments 6
Selfstudy 51
Total Learning Time 150 hours
Method of Student Assessment CPA
Assessment Module type Formal assessment. i.e. Test, Assignment and group
tasks