Mod 1 – Introduction to Management 252044, 15224, 120300, 252020, 252043 (30 credits)
This qualification lays the foundation for the development of management qualifications across various sectors and industries. It specifically develops management competencies required by persons in any occupation, particularly those who are currently operating as junior managers. The qualification introduces key terms, rules, concepts, principles, and practices of management that will enable learners to be informed managers in any occupation. It has also been developed to enable managers or prospective managers to access higher education and provide flexible access to life-long learning.
Learning Unit 252044
Purpose of the learning unit:
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the concepts and components of knowledge management. Analyse a unit according to the entity’s knowledge management policies and procedures. Develop a knowledge management implementation plan for a unit.
NQF Level 5, 6 Credits
Learning Unit 15224
Purpose of the learning unit:
Recognising team member performance. Encouraging participation in decision-making. Delegating tasks. Reviewing decisions and the progress with delegated tasks.
NQF Level 5, 4 Credits
Learning Unit 120300
Purpose of the learning unit:
It will enable learners to gain insight into the role of leadership within a work context, and thus providing them with the skills and knowledge to add value to one’s job.
NQF Level 5, 8 Credits
Learning Unit 252020
Purpose of the learning unit:
The features of an environment conducive to innovation include openness, creative thinking, questioning, encouragement of risk-taking, rewards for innovation, as well as a culture of enquiry, challenging the status quo and learning from mistakes.
NQF Level 5, 6 Credits
Learning Unit 252043
Purpose of the learning unit:
Demonstrating knowledge and understanding of diversity in the workplace. Demonstrating understanding of the reality of diversity and its value in a unit. Managing team members taking into account similarities and differences.
NQF Level 5, 6 Credits
Mod 2 – People Management 252031, 252042, 252037, 12433, 252041 (28 credits)
This qualification lays the foundation for the development of management qualifications across various sectors and industries. It specifically develops management competencies required by persons in any occupation, particularly those who are currently operating as junior managers. The qualification introduces key terms, rules, concepts, principles, and practices of management that will enable learners to be informed managers in any occupation. It has also been developed to enable managers or prospective managers to access higher education and provide flexible access to life-long learning.
Learning Unit 252031
Purpose of the learning unit:
Demonstrating knowledge and understanding of the principles and concepts of emotional intelligence in respect of life and work relations. Analysing the role of emotional intelligence in interpersonal and intrapersonal relationships in life and work situations.
NQF Level 5, 4 Credits
Learning Unit 252042
Purpose of the learning unit:
Demonstrating understanding of the relationship between values, ethics and organisational culture and its impact on achieving goals and objectives. Applying the concept of corporate ethics to a unit. Analysing the unit in relation to the principles of corporate ethics.
NQF Level 5, 5 Credits
Learning Unit 252037
Purpose of the learning unit:
Demonstrating knowledge of and insight into the theory of teams and the importance of teams in workplace activities. Applying the theory of teams to team dynamics. Explaining the process of building teams.
NQF Level 5, 6 Credits
Learning Unit 12433
Purpose of the learning unit:
Qualifying learners can demonstrate an understanding of a range of oral and written communication techniques. They are able to effectively use these techniques as required during the course of their work in a supervisory and/or senior technical capacity in an organisation.
NQF Level 5, 8 Credits
Learning Unit 252041
Purpose of the learning unit:
Investigate and analyse the status of the learning culture within the organisation. Develop strategies for the promotion of a learning culture within the organisation. Implement strategies to promote a learning culture.
NQF Level 5, 5 Credits
Mod 3 - Operations Management 12140, 252022, 252029, 252034, 252032 (41 credits)
The primary purpose of this qualification is to provide knowledge and skills qualifying persons with the ability to understand the principles involved in managing the production and operations of a business effectively.
Learning Unit 12140
Purpose of the learning unit:
For persons who recruit and select people for defined positions within an organisation or the personnel recruitment industry.
NQF Level 5, 9 Credits
Learning Unit 252022
Purpose of the learning unit:
Intended for managers in all economic sectors. These managers would typically be second-level managers such as heads of department, section heads or divisional heads, who may have more than one team reporting to them.
NQF Level 5, 8 Credits
Learning Unit 252029
Purpose of the learning unit:
Analysing education, training, and development needs of members of a unit. Recording the results of the training needs analysis. Compiling a people development plan for a work unit. Managing the implementation of a people development plan for a unit.
NQF Level 5, 8 Credits
Learning Unit 252034
Purpose of the learning unit:
Formulating performance standards for team members in a unit. Establishing systems for monitoring performance of team members. Preparing for a performance review of a team member. Conducting performance review interview.
NQF Level 5, 8 Credits
Learning Unit 252032
Purpose of the learning unit:
A systematic process is followed to develop goals, objectives and performance standards that are clear, concise, measurable, and achievable.
NQF Level 5, 8 Credits
Mod 4 - Financial Management 252040, 252036, 252025, 252026, 252027 (34 credits)
This qualification is intended for managers in all economic sectors. These managers would typically be second level managers such as heads of department, section heads or divisional heads, who may have more than one team reporting to them.
Learning Unit 252040
Purpose of the learning unit:
Demonstrating an understanding of the key concepts of managerial finance. Interpreting financial statements. Drafting financial forecasts. Drafting budgets according to operational plans of the unit.
NQF Level 5, 8 Credits
Learning Unit 252036
Purpose of the learning unit:
Appropriate methods are selected for collecting, recording, and organising financial and/or economic data.
NQF Level 5, 5 Credits
Learning Unit 252025
Purpose of the learning unit:
Demonstrating an understanding of business processes and potential risks to a unit. Identifying potential risks and assessing the impact thereof in a unit.
NQF Level 5, 8 Credits
Learning Unit 252026
Purpose of the learning unit:
Applying critical and analytical skills to analyse an issue or problem. Engage with stakeholders in analysing the issue/problem and developing solutions. Selecting feasible solutions through a systems approach. Formulating and communicating the decision
NQF Level 5, 6 Credits
Learning Unit 252027
Purpose of the learning unit:
Liaise and network with internal and external stakeholders.
NQF Level 5, 6 Credits
Mod 5 - Change Management 15214, 114226, 117853, 252021, 252035 (35 credits)
A person credited with this skills programme can demonstrate an understanding of diversity among people and in particular in a specific workforce, the role and importance played by managing change in attitudes, and the attributes of a good change agent in South Africa
Learning Unit 15214
Purpose of the learning unit:
Recognising areas in need of change. Making recommendations for change. Implementing change.
NQF Level 5, 3 Credits
Learning Unit 114226
Purpose of the learning unit:
Can identify and manage the resolution of personal conflict between persons or parties. The main focus will be on the workplace although the same principles can be used elsewhere.
NQF Level 5, 8 Credits
Learning Unit 117853
Purpose of the learning unit:
Prepare for negotiations; conduct negotiations; conclude negotiations; and evaluate negotiations.
NQF Level 5, 8 Credits
Learning Unit 252021
Purpose of the learning unit:
Demonstrating knowledge of and insight into the need for change within the context of environment change. Analysing an area requiring a change process. Selecting a model for implementing a change management process. Formulating recommendations on implementing the change process.
NQF Level 5, 8 Credits
Learning Unit 252035
Purpose of the learning unit:
Selecting a first-line manager for a specific position. Planning the coaching process of a first-line manager and coaching selected first-line manager. Monitoring and measuring the results of coaching sessions.
NQF Level 5, 8 Credits
