A Masters in the Management of Technology and Innovation in the domain of Management Consulting

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1 A Masters in the Management of Technology and Innovation in the domain of Management Consulting Profweb, in association with The Da Vinci Institute for Technology Management, is offering a Masters Degree (NQF level 9) in the domain of Management Consulting.

2 This MSc degree, accredited by the Council on Higher Education through The Da Vinci Institute, can be obtained over a minimum period of 2 years. It is aimed at internal and external consultants, consulting firm executives and senior and executive members of management who want to enhance their knowledge and skills in: Consulting to clients in a manner that adds real value Engaging with clients in a constructive and effective manner Leading organisational change with the client Creating and leading multi-disciplinary client and consulting teams Facilitating business improvement and socio economic transformation Consulting with integrity and professionalism Branding and marketing their services The Institute of Management Consultants of South Africa (IMCSA) supports and recognises this programme as it will contribute towards credits for certification of management consultants (CMC s) and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points.

3 Degree Outcomes Consultants, managers and executives who achieve this qualification will be able to: Manage a consulting engagement from initiation to conclusion Initiate organisational change and assist clients in adopting it Integrate systemic principles in solving organisational problems Advise clients effectively in their best interests Incorporate effective management of technology, innovation and people principles into business processes/systems Brand and market their services effectively Develop a comprehensive strategy for their business Be able to recognise and address ethical dilemmas An essential requirement of this qualification is the ability to translate theoretical understanding into demonstrated application at the students respective places of work. All course content and the research dissertation will be evaluated on application of knowledge and demonstrated skill.

4 Masters Degree Modules Description Understanding of self, others and the contexts in which they operate Credits 10 Problem solving, Creative Thinking and Decision Making 8 Managing the Systems Way 12 Management of Innovation 10 Management of Technology 10 Management of People 10 Consulting Engagement Management 19 Consulting Change Management 10 Consulting Strategy Management 10 Branding and marketing a consulting practice 15 Ethics and professionalism in consulting 6 Exit Level Integration Assignment 10 Applied Research dissertation 110 Total Required Credits 240

5 Certificates and Diplomas in the domain of Consulting Management Profweb, and The Da Vinci Institute for Technology Management will also offer short programmes at Certificate and Diploma levels in the domain of Consulting Management. On successful completion of the short programmes, credits obtained can lead towards a full Certificate or Diploma qualification. Note: NQF = National Qualification Framework The Diploma in the domain of Consulting Management (NQF 6) is aimed at consulting practitioners who need to develop additional thinking and business skills while developing an in depth understanding of the consulting environment. The diploma can be obtained over a period of 24 months. The Certificate in the domain of Consulting Management (NQF 5) is aimed at internal and external consultants who have recently entered the field of consulting and who wish to: Gain consulting knowledge on a fast track basis. Start their accreditation process as a Certified Management Consultant with the IMCSA. The certificate can be obtained over a period of 12 months. Learning mode Personal contact Articles and resources on business and consulting Books on business and consulting Exercises and case studies Research Applied assignments Group work

6 Recognition of Prior Learning The structure of the qualification makes the Recognition of Prior Learning possible. The qualification may therefore be achieved in part through the recognition of prior learning, which includes formal and informal learning and work experience. The student is thoroughly briefed on the process to be used and support and guidance is provided. Care is taken to ensure that the process provides the student with an opportunity to demonstrate competence. If the student is able to demonstrate competence in the knowledge, skills and behaviours implicit in the qualification, the appropriate credits will be assigned to the student. Recognition of Prior Learning will be done by means of an Integrated Assessment. This Recognition of Prior Learning may allow: Accelerated access to further learning at this or higher levels on the NQF Gaining of credits towards learning outcomes Obtaining of the Qualification in part (maximum 50%). Admission Criteria MSc: A 4 year Bachelor Degree/Honours or equivalent NQF 7 qualification with 5 years applicable work experience. Certified Management Consultants (CMC s) will be granted entry to the programme, based on an interview. Diploma The Da Vinci Certificate in Consulting Management or other relevant NQF 5 certificate with 3 years applicable work experience. IMCSA members will be granted entry, based on an interview. Certificate - Matric or other NQF 4 qualification with 2 years applicable work experience For the above qualifications, it is advisable for students to be registered at the appropriate level with the IMCSA.

7 Registration and enquiries Further information can be obtained from: The Da Vinci Institute: Tel: Website: Profweb : Tel: eb site: address: info@profweb.net IMCSA: Tel: (011) Website: info@imcsa.org.za We specialise in custom developed courses for client specific contexts. See website: for a list of available courses.