University of South AfricaAdvanced DiplomaAdvanced Diploma in Information Resource Management
College of Science, Engineering and Technology
About this course
Advanced Diploma in Information Resource 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.
Other admission conditions
Your admission to Unisa is dependent on you meeting the specific admission requirements for your chosen qualification. An appropriate Diploma or National Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in IT or an ICT related qualification field on NQF level 6
from an accredited provider of higher education or a minimum of 60% of the completed coursework qualification that satisfies the vocational requirement of the Advanced Diploma qualification. Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements
as indicated above may apply for admission through recognition of prior learning (RPL) provided they are at least 27 years old with a minimum of five years' current, relevant working and research experience in line with the approved
qualification's RPL requirements. For more information on RPL criteria visit: http://www.unisa.ac.za/rpl Applicants who do not comply with the above requirements should consider applying for a lower-level qualification for which they meet the
statutory and additional requirements. Click here for more information about Unisa's general admission requirements
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.
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