Diploma in Management

About this course

Diploma in Management develops knowledge and practical capability in organisations, markets, management and evidence-based business decision-making. Students build analytical, communication and problem-solving skills through theory and applied learning. Exact modules and practical components vary by institution and study year.

What you may study

Management; economics; accounting; business communication; operations; marketing; human resources; entrepreneurship; analytics; and applied business projects. Module names and sequencing must be confirmed in the institution's current curriculum.

Required school subjects

Other admission conditions

To be considered for this programme must possess any of the following: National Senior Certificate (NSC) Senior Certificate (SC) National Certificate (Vocational). In addition to their secondary/high school certificates, international
applicants must produce SAQA evaluation certificate vouching for the equivalence of their certificates to the above-mentioned. Applicants must achieve a mark of 50% in English Language to be considered for admission. A mark of 50% in
Communication is required for those applying with National Certificate (Vocational). In addition, preference will be given to applicants with a good pass in mathematics or a quantitative subject (e.g. physics, accounting). Only candidates with
27 or more points/AP scores on CUT scoring scale will be eligible for selection. However, preference will be given to students whose AP scores are more than 30. After successful completion of this qualification, the Diploma will be awarded
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT. Remarks All subjects in this programme are compulsory. The student is expected to gain three months’ practical experience at an approved institution during the third year of study. This learning
programme is presented only on a full-time basis. Prerequisites The student may only follow the second- and third- year level of study on condition that the first- or second-year level, respectively, has been successfully completed
Instructional offering Subject codes Prerequisite instructional offering Subject codes Workplace Practice WPP326W Management Theories and Applications MTA216C Workplace Practice WPP326W Introduction to Smart Working Technologies ISW115C
Workplace Practice WPP326W Diversity in the Workplace DWK216C Workplace Practice WPP326W Introduction to Virtual Working IVW125C Career Opportunities Supervisor, First-line Manager, Assistant Manager, Administrative Officer, Generalist

Possible study paths

Graduates may progress to doctoral study in a related field, subject to research alignment and the receiving institution's admission requirements. An advanced diploma, postgraduate diploma or honours degree in business, management, commerce or a related specialisation, subject to admission requirements.

Where this qualification may lead

Business analyst; administrator; operations coordinator; marketing practitioner; human-resources practitioner; entrepreneur; project coordinator; or management trainee.