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Diploma in Operations Management

Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment

Duration3 yearsNQF level9Minimum APS20Campuses1
Course overview

About this course

Diploma in Operations 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.

Course content

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.

Entry requirements

Required school subjects

EnglishLevel 4 · 50%Published requirement: English 4 (50%+). Published pathway wording: 20 with Mathematics OR 22 with Mathematical Literacy.
MathematicsLevel 3 · 40%Published alternative subjects: Mathematics / Technical Mathematics. Requirement shown: 3 (40%+). Published pathway wording: 20 with Mathematics OR 22 with Mathematical Literacy.
Technical MathematicsLevel 3 · 40%Published alternative subjects: Mathematics / Technical Mathematics. Requirement shown: 3 (40%+). Published pathway wording: 20 with Mathematics OR 22 with Mathematical Literacy.
Mathematical LiteracyLevel 5 · 60%Published requirement: Mathematical Literacy 5 (60%+). Published pathway wording: 20 with Mathematics OR 22 with Mathematical Literacy.
Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Confirm programme-specific rules with the institution.
Admission

Other admission conditions

See the programme row on page 62 of the linked 2027 prospectus

Further study

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.

Career possibilities

Where this qualification may lead

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

Study locations

Available campuses

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Urban campusDoornfontein Campus (DFC)Johannesburg, GautengView campus
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