Diploma in Local Government Finance

College of Economic and Management Sciences

DurationMaximum 8 yearsNQF level6APS/AS17Campuses2

Course overview

About this course

Diploma in Local Government Finance develops knowledge and practical capability in the core knowledge, methods and professional practices of the chosen field. 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

Foundational theory; discipline-specific knowledge; communication; research and information skills; applied problem-solving; and practical or project work where included by the institution. Module names and sequencing must be confirmed in the institution's current curriculum.

Entry requirements

Required school subjects

Mathematical LiteracyLevel 6 · 70%Your admission to Unisa is dependent on you meeting the specific admission requirements for your chosen qualification. A National Senior Certificate (NSC) (Diploma endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning and with at least 4

MathematicsLevel 6 · 70%Your admission to Unisa is dependent on you meeting the specific admission requirements for your chosen qualification. A National Senior Certificate (NSC) (Diploma endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning and with at least 4

MathematicsLevel 3 · 40%Your admission to Unisa is dependent on you meeting the specific admission requirements for your chosen qualification. A National Senior Certificate (NSC) (Diploma endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning and with at least 4

Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Confirm programme-specific rules with the institution.

Admission

Other admission conditions

Your admission to Unisa is dependent on you meeting the specific admission requirements for your chosen qualification. A National Senior Certificate (NSC) (Diploma endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning and with
at least 40% in Mathematics or at least 70% for Mathematical Literacy, or a Senior Certificate (SC) with at least a D symbol on HG or a C symbol on SG in the language of teaching and learning and with at least an E symbol on HG or D symbol on
SG in Mathematics, or any Higher Certificate obtained in the College of Economic and Management Sciences. Applicants who do not comply with the above requirements, may consider enrolling for any of the Higher Certificates offered by the College
of Economic and Management Sciences

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. A related advanced diploma, postgraduate diploma, honours degree or other higher qualification, depending on the completed qualification and the receiving institution's admission rules.

Career possibilities

Where this qualification may lead

Entry-level professional, technical, administrative or research-support roles related to the qualification. Some occupations require professional registration or further study.

Study locations

Available campuses

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Main administrative and academic campusMuckleneuk CampusPretoria, GautengView campus OnlineOpen Distance e-Learning (ODeL)Location details pendingView campus