PROFESSIONAL MANAGEMENT & FINANCE PROGRAMMES AT THE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE

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1 PROFESSIONAL MANAGEMENT & FINANCE PROGRAMMES AT THE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE /2016

2 Table of Contents OUR PHILOSOPHY... 2 OUR VALUES... 2 PROFESSIONAL MANAGEMENT AND FINANCE QUALIFICATIONS AT UWC... 3 DOCTOR OF PHILOSPHY (PhD) in MANAGEMENT... 4 MASTERS OF COMMERCE IN MANAGEMENT (HEQF Level 9)... 4 B.COM (HONOURS) IN MANAGEMENT (HEQF Level 8)... 5 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (PGDBA) (HEQF Level 8)... 6 B.COM (HONOURS) IN FINANCE (HEQF Level 8)... 6 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN FINANCE (PGDF) (HEQF Level 8)... 7 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN FINANCIAL PLANNING (PGDFP) (HEQF Level 8)... 7 ADVANCED DIPLOMAS IN MANAGEMENT (HEQF Level 7)... 8 MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME (NQF Level 6) and SENIOR MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME NQF (Level 7) ACADEMIC STAFF ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS APPLICANTS WITH ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE APPLICATION PROCEDURE Page 1

3 OUR PHILOSOPHY THE UNIVERSITY S MISSION a place of quality, a place to grow, from hope to action through knowledge reflects our emphasis on high quality graduate management and finance programmes. Our admission requirements are flexible because we not only recognise your tertiary education but also value the skills and competencies learned through meaningful and relevant work experience. We welcome all students who can demonstrate management and leadership potential after acquiring one of our professional qualifications because many highly competent people from diverse educational backgrounds have previously not been able to access tertiary education. Despite our flexible admission criteria, we expect the highest standards of our graduates to ensure that our qualifications are highly regarded in the marketplace. A module structure, coupled with principles of career-long learning, underpins our programme structure. Our qualification structure enables students to transfer credits from short SAQA-accredited courses to a post-graduate qualification. OUR VALUES THE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE is fully committed to the values of the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences: Equal access to education Community involvement and partnership Concern for local, national and global issues Lifelong learning to enhance the quality of life and the development of people Programmes based on researchgenerated knowledge Participation and codetermination Equal opportunities for employment and advancement in society. Page 2

4 PROFESSIONAL MANAGEMENT AND FINANCE QUALIFICATIONS AT UWC The SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE (SBF) offers a broad range of qualifications designed to respond to your individual needs. Although founded in 1959 as an ethnic college to cater for students classified as coloured, UWC successfully resisted the ideology through which it was created and has become one of South Africa s and Africa s leading universities. UWC ranks among the country s top ten universities across a wide range of measures, including research output per academic staff member. This growing strength enables us to offer you graduate programmes of the highest quality. UWC has a distinctive reputation as a community of students, lecturers, researchers and support staff concerned predominantly with developmental issues that can contribute towards economic development, social justice and community empowerment. The School of Business and Finance (SBF) was established in 2008 to provide world-class Management and finance education. The School incorporated the Department of Management which was a wellestablished player in preparing South African managers for the challenges posed by a rapidly changing global economy. Our approach is based on the recognition that economic growth depends on the rapid growth of a cadre of highly talented managers at all levels who are attuned to the competitive demands of an increasingly global market, but are also sensitive to distinctive domestic conditions. Through its innovative Management and finance programmes the SBF is making a significant contribution to developing the skills required to re-shape the profile of the country s managerial ranks. Our academic programmes are designed to enable students to enhance their careers and make an invaluable contribution to develop the leadership cadre required to drive economic development. The principle of life-long learning serves as the foundation for a successful managerial career, and underpins our approach to providing professional business education in line with the philosophy underpinning the Higher Education Qualifications Framework (HEQF). Our programmes recognise that experienced managers and graduates from diverse disciplines are keen to develop the professional skills required to succeed as managers and leaders. We recognise that prior educational choices and limited access to tertiary education may have limited you from exploiting changing career prospects in management in the private and public sectors. We are continually introducing new professional qualifications and that are tailored to cater for students with different interests and diverse academic and employment backgrounds. Our Programmes Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Masters in Management by dissertation B.Com (Hons)(Management) B.Com (Hons) (Finance) Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration (PGDBA) Postgraduate Diploma in Finance (PGDF) Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning (PGDFP) Advanced Diplomas in Management ADM Advanced Diploma in Management in Finance ADM(Finance) Page 3

5 Advanced Diploma in Management in Financial Planning ADM(Financial Planning) Management Development Programme - MDP Senior Management Development Programme - SMDP The framework of our qualifications is underpinned by a modular structure, coupled with principles of career-long learning and flexible entry and exit points. Our qualifications have been designed to align with the thinking of the National Qualifications Framework. Based on completion of high school and relevant work experience you may be admitted to the ADM or MDP. MDP students who perform well may be admitted to the ADM and transfer up to half their credits to the ADM, depending on the number of modules completed. Classes for all programmes are held weekday evenings. The normal part-time evening course load is two modules per semester. Part-time students should plan to spend 12 hours per week studying at home in addition to six hours attending classes two evenings a week. The amount of self-study will vary according to your academic preparedness. DOCTOR OF PHILOSPHY (PhD) in MANAGEMENT The PhD in Management is designed for candidates who are in the possession of a Masters degree or a qualification that the faculty may consider to be an equivalent to a Masters degree, who are interested in advanced research in Management, Finance and related functional areas. As only a limited number of students can be admitted to the programme, applicants will be subjected to a selection procedure. The PhD consists of a thesis only component and unless Senate decides otherwise the duration of the programme shall extend over 2 years full time and 5 years part time. Candidates must conduct their research under the guidance of a supervisor, a subject specialist from the staff of the University. In special circumstances, Senate may appoint a subject specialist who is not attached to the University, in which case, Senate shall appoint a co-supervisor who is on the staff of the University. MASTERS OF COMMERCE IN MANAGEMENT (HEQF Level 9) The Masters in Management is designed for B.Com.(Honours) graduates interested in research in Management, Finance and related functional areas. The full thesis Masters in Management is suitable for students who already have a strong academic background in Management and wish to undertake academic research in a contemporary business related filed. The Masters in Management provides the foundation for an academic or research career. Admission is restricted to Page 4

6 graduates who hold a four-year or honours degree majoring in Management or Finance or an MBA with some prior background in research methodology. Students who lack the relevant background may register for an Honours module in research methods and develop a proposal prior to admission. Applicants are only admitted if the School has a potential supervisor in the student s proposed area of specialisation. Applicants are required to submit a draft proposal in consultation with the designated potential supervisor before their application for admission will be considered by the School. Contact SBF for more information. B.COM (HONOURS) IN MANAGEMENT (HEQF Level 8) The B.Com.(Honours) (Management) has been designed to provide advanced applied competencies in mastering, analysing, interpreting and applying specialist and general business and management principles. The degree prepares professionals and recent graduates for a wide range of middle to senior positions in management. The primary distinction between the Honours degree and the PGDM (see below) is the strong focus on business research. The degree can be completed full-time in two semesters or part-time in four semesters (two years). Students who have completed a bachelor s degree or an Advanced Diploma in Management majoring in Management or Finance or equivalent qualification with an average of at least 60% meet the minimum requirements for admission to the B.Com.(Honours) degree. Places in the programme are limited and are allocated on a competitive basis. Candidates with one of the above qualifications plus a minimum of three years work experience after graduation will also be considered. Students complete six elective modules (90 credits) plus a minimum of 30 credits of research, culminating in the completion of a Management Research Report. At least 4 of the 6 electives must be selected from the honours electives offered in the SBF. Two modules may be selected from the Finance division or a department where the student completed an undergraduate major (see the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences Postgraduate University Calendar). B.Com.(Honours) Management Compulsory Modules (maximum 2) if not previously passed at level 6 or higher Economics for Managers Principles of Management and Business Information Systems and Technology Research and Communication for Business Marketing Organisation and Management Strategic Management Operations Management Required Research Modules Management Research OR Consumer Research OR Analytical & Critical Thinking Electives (minimum 4) (not all offered every year) Advanced Employee Management Advanced Management Accounting Advanced Marketing Contemporary Management Topics Employee Management Entrepreneurship & Enterprise Development Global Marketing Management Research Report (15 credits) OR Field Study (30 credits) Management Information Systems Marketing Research Project Management Statistics for Investments Strategy and Global Competition Supply Chain Management World Class Operations Page 5

7 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (PGDBA) (HEQF Level 8) The PGDBA has been designed to allow learners to acquire business as well as general management skills. Learners should be able to reflect critically on all the functional decisions and assess the effect of these decisions in the practice. The minimum duration of the programme is two years part-time or one year full-time. Students with a B.Com undergraduate degree majoring in Management or Finance or the ADM, ADM(Finance) or ADM(Financial Planning) or an equivalent qualification, with three years relevant working experience, meet the minimum entry requirements for admission to the PGDBA. Students complete eight compulsory modules (120 credits) over one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study. Please consult the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences Postgraduate University Calendar for a description of the modules. On completion of the PGBA, graduates qualify for admission to a Masters degree in a cognate field. It also can provide access to an MBA offered in South Africa. Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration Principles of Management and Leadership Operations and Information Management Accounting and Finance for Management Employee Management 8 Compulsory Modules Marketing Organisation and Management Economics for Managers Research and Communication for Business Strategic Management B.COM (HONOURS) IN FINANCE (HEQF Level 8) The B.Com (Honours) (Finance) is designed for professionals with strong quantitative competencies who are working towards middle to senior positions in financial management and investments. The curriculum can be tailored to prepare students to write the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Level 1 examination. The primary distinction between the Honours degree and the PGDF (see below) is the strong focus on finance research. The degree can be completed full-time in two semesters or part-time in four semesters (two years). Applicants who have completed the ADM (Finance) or a B.Com. degree with an average of at least 60% in Finance at the third year level meet the minimum requirements for admission. Places in the programme are limited and are allocated on a competitive basis. B.Com. graduates with a major in a subject other than Finance (e.g. Economics or Management) and at least two thirdyear Finance modules and candidates with one of the above qualifications plus a minimum of three years relevant work experience after graduation may also be admitted (Please consult the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences Postgraduate University Calendar for Page 6

8 details). Students complete select three required modules and three electives (90 credits) plus a minimum of 30 credits of research, culminating in the completion of a Finance Research Report. Two modules may be selected from the Management division or a department where the student completed an undergraduate major (e.g. Economics or Statistics). Please consult the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences Postgraduate University Calendar for these module options. POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN FINANCE (PGDF) (HEQF Level 8) The PGDF aims to provide qualifying learners with advanced applied competencies in mastering, analysing, interpreting and applying specialist and finance principles in preparation for a career in a wide range of finance fields, as well as provide a basis for advanced professional studies in these fields. Learners should be able to reflect critically on Management, finance and related decisions and applications to assess the effect thereof in the practice of investment and financial management. Students with a B.Com degree with at least 30 credits in Finance or a cognate subject at the final year level or students who have completed the ADM (Finance) or the ADM(Financial Planning) qualify to apply for the PGDF. Applications are normally admitted for part-time (2 years) or full-time (1 year) studies. Students complete eight modules (120 credits), four of which may be compulsory, depending on your prior academic background. Please consult the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences Postgraduate University Calendar for module options. On completion of the PGDF graduates qualify for admission to a Master s degree in a cognate field. POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN FINANCIAL PLANNING (PGDFP) (HEQF Level 8) The purpose of the PGDFP is to develop advanced applied competencies in analysing, interpreting and applying financial planning principles in preparation for the highest level of competence as a professional financial planner. The PGDFP also provides a basis for further professional studies and will prepare you to write the professional membership examinations to be registered as a Certified Financial Planner by the Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa (FPI). Students with a B.Com degree with Insurance modules at the final year level or students who have completed the ADM(Financial Planning) qualify for admission to the PGDF. Applications will only be admitted for part-time study (2 years) Part-time students for the B.Com.(Honours), PGDF and PGDFP should expect to spend approximately 12 hours per week studying at home in addition to attending classes two nights per week. Semester tests are typically written on Saturday mornings twice per semester per module. Page 7

9 Investment Management Quantitative Analysis Quantitative Management Topics Research and Communication for Finance Financial Management Focus (4 minimum) Core Modules (30 credits) Advanced Financial Management Advanced Management Accounting Postgraduate Diploma in Finance Compulsory Modules (maximum 4) if not previously passed at level 6 or higher Economics for Managers Financial Accounting 1 Information Systems & Technology Electives (30 credits minimum) Financial Analysis Financial Accounting 2 Financial Statement Analysis Statistics for Investments Investment Management Focus (4 min) Core Modules (30-45 credits) Advanced Financial Management Financial Statement Analysis Investment Analysis* Electives (15 credits minimum) Finance Seminar (Currency Risk) Insurance Long Term Retirement Planning Short Term Insurance and Risk Statistics for Investments Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning Financial Planning Case Study Investment Management Long-term Insurance and Retirement Funds Research and Communication for Finance Short-term Insurance and Risk Management Retirement Planning Tax and Estate Planning ADVANCED DIPLOMAS IN MANAGEMENT (HEQF Level 7) Build an analytical foundation for a career in middle management. The Advanced Diploma in Management (ADM), ADM(Finance) and ADM(Financial Planning) are challenging academic programmes that provides students with a broad understanding of the functional areas of management or a more focussed expertise in Finance or Financial Planning. The programme develops the general competencies that professionals and middle managers require to assume positions of organisational responsibility and to advance to postgraduate business studies. The ADM is designed for students who do not have an undergraduate degree majoring in Management or Finance. It is targeted at: Recent graduates with a bachelor s degree or a three-year national diploma or equivalent in any field other than Management or Finance who wish to develop their potential for employment in the private, public and non-profit sectors. Employed graduates and holders of a three-year national diploma in any field. Experienced Managers and Entrepreneurs who have completed high school and have the potential to complete graduate level studies, because of at least ten years practical experience. Graduates of the Senior Management Development Programme who have passed all four modules. Graduates of the SBF s Management Development Programme, who have passed all four modules with a minimum of 60% at the first attempt in the minimum time period (2 semesters part-time) Three part-time ADM programmes cater for the diverse needs of students. Management provides a broad background in preparation for entry into management. Page 8

10 Finance requires strong quantitative skills for those interested in careers in financial management or investments. Financial Planning prepares candidates for registration as an Associate with the Financial Planning Institute. On completion of the ADM, graduates may progress to the B.Com.(Honours) in Management or Finance or a Postgraduate Diploma in Management, Finance or Financial Planning. Structure All three ADM programmes consist of eight 15-credit modules (120 credits total). The ADM consists of five core modules, one Finance module, and two other electives. The ADM (Finance) consists of eight core modules. The ADM (Financial Planning) consists of six core modules and two electives. The ADM is not offered on a full-time basis. The minimum duration of the programme is two years part-time with students typically taking two modules per semester. Students are expected to attend classes from 17h30-20h30 twice per week and should plan to spend 12 hours per week studying at home in addition to the attendance two evenings a week for classes, although this will vary according to your academic preparedness. Students who complete the ADM with a 60% average qualify to apply for admission to the B.Com (Hons) in Management or Finance. Please consult the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences Postgraduate University Calendar for module options. Principles of Management and Business Marketing Research & Communication for Business Economics for Managers Employee Management Entrepreneurship Financial & Analytical Techniques Principles of Management Accounting Principles of Management and Business Quantitative Analysis Finance Research & Communication Principles of Management Accounting Advanced Diploma in Management Core Modules Business Information Systems Operations Management Business Finance OR Financial Management Electives: Choose 2 of: Project Management Quantitative Analysis SME Management Strategic Management Advanced Diploma in Management (Finance) Business Information Systems Financial Management Economics for Managers Financial Accounting Advanced Diploma in Management (Financial Planning) Core Modules Principles Long-term Insurance and Retirement Principles Short-term Insurance Planning Principles of Management Accounting Tax & Estate Planning Economics for Managers Financial Planning Electives: Choose 1 row (2 modules) Principles of Management and Business PLUS Business Finance Quantitative Analysis PLUS Financial Management Page 9

11 MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME (NQF Level 6) and SENIOR MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME NQF (Level 7) Development opportunities that provide access to the Advanced Diploma in Management Two Management Development Programmes (MDP) have been designed to provide aspirant managers and first-line managers with the opportunity to acquire a background in the core functional areas of management together with the skills necessary to advance into a middle management career and to graduate studies in Management or Finance. The MDPs provide a unique opportunity for a diverse range of employees to develop their managerial potential, first by completing the requirements of the MDP and/or Senior MDP and then by transferring some credits to the ADM. The MDPs have been designed for experienced first-line managers junior professionals and persons in technical and administrative positions The MDP curriculum recognises that many students need intensive support to develop a range of professional communication and academic skills to succeed at the workplace and in further academic study. The foundation modules of the MDP are Management Skills Development and Introduction to Information Systems which are studied concurrently with introductory modules in Management and Finance. The foundation modules are designed to ensure that you develop the skills required to build a solid foundation to progress towards more advanced studies. Structure The MDP curriculum has been divided into two parts, MDP and Senior MDP (SMDP), each of which comprises four modules. The curriculum for the MDP comprises four compulsory modules. In the SMDP students complete a compulsory module in Business Communication and three electives. To complete the MDP or SMDP students require a 50 % average for the four modules. However, to progress to the next level students must pass all four modules for the MDP or SMDP. MDP students who pass all four modules with 60% per module, at the first attempt in two semesters part-time, qualify for admission to the Advanced Diploma in Management without completing the SMDP. On admission to the ADM, up to 60 credits may be transferred from the MDP or SMDP, subject to the ADM pass requirements for each module being met. The minimum duration for both the MDP and SMDP is one year or two semesters part-time. The normal part-time evening course load is two modules per semester. Students are expected to attend classes from 17h30-20h30 twice per week and should plan to spend 12 hours per week studying at home in addition to the attendance two evenings a week for classes, although this will vary according to your academic preparedness. Management Skills Development Principles of Management and Business Employee Management Marketing Management Principles of Management Accounting Quantitative Analysis Management Development Programme Business Finance Introduction to Information Systems Senior Management Development Programme Core Module - Business Communication Electives (Choose 3) Economics for Managers SME Management Financial Management Operations Management Page 10

12 ACADEMIC STAFF Prof Ricardo Peters Ph.D (UJ) Director of SBF and Senior Lecturer. Teaches courses in Financial Planning and Investments. Area of research interest encompasses Investments, Entrepreneurship and SME Development. Prof. Sulaiman Gool M.A.Fin (UCal) and Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) - Mauerberger Chair in Finance. Teaches advanced courses in Financial Management and Investments. A member of the CFA curriculum advisory board. Prof. Philip Hirschsohn Ph.D. (Sloan School, MIT) Professor and Deputy Dean (Academic). Teaches graduate courses in Employee Management, Research Methods and Strategic Management. Rated in the C2 category by the National Research Foundation, his research interests include entrepreneurial learning, competitive strategy, training and skill development, and trade unionism. Prof. Andy Hsieh Ph.D.(Cape Town) and Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Associate Professor and Deputy Dean: (Research). A member of the Institute of the South African Financial Markets (MIFM) and an investment consultant at Dah Chang Securities (Taiwan), he teaches postgraduate courses in Investments and Finance Research. A recipient of the EMS Best Researcher Award 2012/2013, EMS Teacher of the Year award 2015, and Rand Merchant Bank research award, his research interests include derivatives, hedge fund strategies, capital market anomalies, asset pricing and asset allocation. Prof Linda De Vries M.B.A. (Stell) Associate Professor, focussing on Marketing and Strategy. Teaches graduate courses in Advanced Marketing, Global Marketing and Corporate Governance. Her research focuses on entrepreneurship and economic empowerment, and on the tourism, gaming and construction sectors. Prof Kathleen Hodnett Ph.D. (Cape Town), AIFM (JSE) - Associate Professor in Finance and Head of Finance Division. Teaches graduate courses in Investments, Statistics for Investments, and Finance Research. Recipient of National Research Foundation (NRF) post-doctoral in 2012 and EMS Best Researcher Award 2012/2013. Research interests include: artificial intelligence, derivatives, asset pricing models, capital market anomalies, mergers and acquisitions, corporate re-structuring, financial applications of biologically-inspired algorithms. Prof Frikkie Herbst D.Com [University of Pretoria (UP)], M.Com (UP), B.Com Honours (UNISA), B.Com (UP) Teaches under and post graduate courses in Marketing and Research Methodology. Area of research interest encompasses marketing, services marketing, marketing metrics, branding and wine business. Visiting Professor at IESEG School of Management and NEOMA Business School in France (REIMS and Rouen campuses). Dr Warren Brown Ph.D. (Stell) Senior Lecturer in Finance. He worked in the investment industry for 25 years and fulfilled various roles within the businesses of single asset management, stock broking, multimanagement and asset consulting. Teaches courses in Investments and Economics for Managers. His research interests include Investment Management, Financial Economics and Behavioural Finance. Page 11

13 Dr PradeepBrijlal M.B.A. (UDW) Senior Lecturer in Finance division. Teaches courses in Financial Management, Quantitative Analysis, Business Finance and Investments. His doctoral research focus is in the field of entrepreneurship and finance. Dr Abdullah Bayat M.Com(UWC) Lecturer and Head of Management Division. Teaches courses in Management and Operations Management. His research interests include critical management studies, teaching and learning and knowledge management. His doctoral research focuses on the identities and work practices of administrative staff within Western Cape public schools. Dr Carly Steyn PhD: Organisational Behaviour (UP), MPhil Value Analysis and Policy Formulation (Stell), BA (Value and Policy Studies (Stell). Senior Lecturer In School of Business and Finance. Teaches courses in Business Research Methods, Leadership Development and Organisational Behaviour. Research interests include organisational and personal change and transformation, work values, stress and burnout in the workplace, executive coaching and leadership development. Dr Garth van Gensen DBA (CUT), MBA (CUT), BA (Hons) - Current research: The Third Generation of Branding and its impact on Higher Education Institutions in a South African context. Funding, Education and Gender perspectives in Entrepreneurship Mr Eslyn Isaacs M.Com (UWC) Senior Lecturer. Teaches courses in Marketing and Corporate Governance. His doctoral research focuses on corporate governance in non-profit organisations. He is a member of an international team teaching Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management in Africa and Southeast Asia. Mr Etienne Mentoor M.Com (UWC) Senior Lecturer. Teaches courses in Management and Operations Management.His research interests are "Lean manufacturing" and "Entrepreneurial orientation". Mr Mark Botha M.Com(UCT). Lecturer. Teaches courses in Finance and Quantitative Analysis. Mr Gavin Caseley MBA (Wits)(Cum laude). Lectures post-graduate and under-graduate courses in Strategic Management and General Management. He has experience in the shipping, publishing, electronics and the retail sectors. His research interests include competitive strategy, organisational innovation and international business growth. Mr Percy Saungweme MBA (NUST Zimbabwe). Lecturer in Business Research, Operations and Project Management. His doctoral research is on collaborative relationships in agribusiness supply chains. Ms Lisle Svenson MCom (UWC), BCom Hons (UWC), BCom (UWC), Prince2 Practitioner - Lecturer and coordinator of graduate and undergraduate courses in Project Management, Strategic Management and Introduction to the Economy and Business. Research interests include Leadership, Cluster Competitiveness and the practice of Project Management. Board member - Distell Development Trust Page 12

14 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Our admission requirements recognise the value of learning gained through appropriate work experience. Admission decisions are based on a comprehensive assessment of whether applicants have the academic competencies and experience required to succeed on the programme, as well as formal educational background. To maintain high academic standards, admission to the B.Com (Honours), Post-graduate Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas in Management is highly selective and competitive. Compliance with the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Application decisions are based on a careful assessment of academic background, work, leadership and community experience, performance in the Admissions Evaluation, numeracy skills and referee reports. The entries below provide general guidelines. Full admission requirements and rules are provided in the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences Postgraduate University Calendar. Every applicant who is not a current student in the School of Business and Finance must write an Admissions Evaluation before their application will be considered. Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Completed Masters degree or equivalent Only a limited number of students can be admitted to the programme, subject to a selection procedure. Masters of Commerce by Dissertation 60% average in an honours degree or Postgraduate Diploma or an equivalent HEQF level 8 qualification in the subject area of proposed study. Submission of a draft research proposal and the assignment of a potential research supervisor. B.Com (Honours) in Management or Finance A bachelor s degree majoring in Management or Finance or an equivalent qualification, with an average of at least 60% at the third year level. The ADM specialising in Management, Finance or Financial Planning with an average of at least 60%. The ADM specialising in Management or Finance or a bachelor s degree with a pass in Management, Finance or an equivalent subject at third year level PLUS a minimum of three years appropriate full-time work experience after the completion of the ADM or bachelor s degree. Admission under this clause is subject to the approval of Senate. A student with a B.Com major in another subject should consult the EMS Postgraduate University Calendar. Postgraduate Diplomas in Finance or Financial Planning A bachelor s degree majoring in Management, Finance or Financial Planning, or an equivalent NQF level 7 qualification. The ADM specialising in Management, Finance or Financial Planning or an equivalent HEQF level 7 qualification (e.g. B.Tech) specialising in Management, Finance or Financial Planning. A student with the ADM or ADM (Financial Planning) may only be admitted to the PGDip(Finance) with a strong pass in Financial Management A student with a B.Com major in another subject should consult the EMS Postgraduate University Calendar. Page 13

15 Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration A bachelor s degree or equivalent, in any field other than management or Finance, PLUS at least three years appropriate work experience. A bachelor s degree, majoring in Management, Finance or a cognate subject, an Advanced Diploma in Management, Finance or Financial Planning or an equivalent HEQF level 7 qualification, PLUS at least three years appropriate work experience. Anyone who has passed the SBF s Senior management Development Programme (SMDP) with a 60% average, having passed all four modules in the minimum time period at the first attempt. A Senior Certificate (Grade 12) with a Matriculation Endorsement PLUS at least ten years appropriate work experience PLUS a demonstrated level of competence sufficient to ensure that they can successfully embark on the programme in compliance with University rule A Advanced Diplomas in Management (ADM), ADM(Finance) and ADM(Financial Planning) A bachelors degree or three year National Diploma (HEQF level 6) in any field; A Matriculation Certificate PLUS ten years appropriate work experience. Completion of Senior MDP with a 50% in each subject. Completion of MDP with a minimum of 60% in each subject at the first attempt in the minimum time period. Senior Management Development Programme (SMDP) Completion of the MDP with 50% in each subject. Management Development Programme (MDP) Matriculation certificate PLUS at least five years appropriate full-time work experience University Degree or National Diploma in any field Applicants who have not passed matric may enter the MDP by complying with the University s Recognition of Prior Learning process. Contact the School or the Division for Lifelong Learning (DLL) for further details. APPLICANTS WITH ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE Foreign applicants who have not completed their tertiary education in English are required to demonstrate the necessary competence by writing an internationally recognised test such as TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), IELTS (International English Language Testing System) or Cambridge. The English proficiency requirements are different for each qualification. Proof of language proficiency must accompany your application. If you have not completed one of these tests then you will not be considered for admission to any of these qualifications. Students who do not meet one of these minimum English proficiency requirements will be required to acquire the required English language skills privately. Foreign language applicants who achieve one of the following standards may be admitted to a B.Com.(Honours) or Masters degree : Paper Score of 570 or Computer score of 230 in Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Band 6.5 on International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Passed the Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) with at least a C grade Passed the Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) with at least a B grade. Foreign language applicants who achieve one of the following standards may be admitted to any of the Post-graduate Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas in Management (ADM): Page 14

16 Paper Score of 550 or Computer score of 213 in Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Band 6 (Competent) International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Passed the Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE), Certificate in Business English 3, or Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE). Foreign language applicants who achieve one of the following standards may be admitted to the Management Development Programme (MDP): Paper Score of 500 or Computer score of 191 in Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Band 5 (Modest) International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Passed Cambridge First Certificate in English (CFE) or Cambridge Certificate in Business English 2. APPLICATION PROCEDURE Applications for admission will only be considered by the School once you have: Completed the UWC Online Application and pay your application fee (if you are not a current UWC student) or the EMS Application for Postgraduate Studies (for current UWC students). Submitted the SBF Application form together with all the required supporting documentation. Contact the School for further details. Written the Admissions Evaluation at the stipulated time and place. Contact the School for further details. Provided a SAQA certificate for all non-south African qualifications. CLOSING DATES FOR APPLICATIONS FOR ADMISSION IN JANUARY THE FOLLOWING YEAR: 30 September for all applicants who are not South African residents 31 October for the Honours degree, Postgraduate Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas in Management for all candidates 31 October for the Management Development Programme and the Masters in Management (including research proposal) 31 October for current SBF students wishing to be admitted to a higher qualification It is the applicant s responsibility to ensure that all the application requirements have been met and that a complete application package has been submitted by the deadline. IMPORTANT: An incomplete application package will prejudice your application and may not be considered. HOW TO CONTACT US If you wish to apply or contact us please: Call us during office hours on (021) /3225 Fax us on (021) Visit our website at Visit our offices 8.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday Room 2.19, 2 nd Level, EMS Building, University of the Western Cape Robert Sobukwe Road Bellville Write to Graduate Programmes, School of Business and Finance, University of the Western Cape, Private Bag X17, Bellville 7535, South Africa. fpetersen@uwc.ac.za or darendse@uwc.ac.za Page 15