Advanced Certificate in Management (NQF 6)

R 28600.00 (inc vat)

R 350.00 Application Fee (inc vat)



Introduction

Taking the next step in one’s career often requires advancing one’s skills. Business evolves at a fast pace, it is important for managers and leaders to evolve with these business trends. The AdvCert (Management) has been designed for mid -level professionals and managers who need to enhance their management knowledge and skills and are working towards more advanced programmes.

The programme is designed to develop the participant's capabilities by broadening their view of their business, their specific industry and the wider global forces that impact on both. It is also important for the learners to develop a greater appreciation of their role as manager and leader whilst also developing a deeper understanding of themselves. Participants will leave the programme with a broad understanding of the complex realities of a rapidly changing environment and greater confidence in their ability to manage within it

The exit learning outcome of the AdvCert (Management) is to enable participants to apply management principles on a strategic level in their organisations.

Duration

Participants are required to complete this programme within a year.

Accreditation

SAQA ID: 74379
NQF Level 6
120 Credits

Certification

Successful participants will be awarded with a Advanced Certificate in Management.

Intake Dates

Intake 1
Application close: 13 April 2026
Start date: 20 April 2026

Assessment

The programme includes the following assessment opportunities:

  • Ten (10) formative assessment test - self-study multiple choice question (MCQs) assessments.
  • Nine (9) summative modular assessments (individual assignments) in form of work-related assignments.
  • Summative exam component 1 - one (1) action research proposal that will guide the project you need to implement over the duration of your studies.
  • Summative exam component 2 – one (1) Portfolio of Evidence (POE) you will complete to demonstrate how you have implemented your action research project .

Course Content

This programme consists of the following modules:

  1. Action Research
  2. Understanding Economics and the Business Environment
  3. Strategic and Operational Management
  4. Leadership
  5. Project Management
  6. Managing Information (Monitoring and Evaluation)
  7. Business Proposal Writing
  8. Financial Management
  9. Managing Yourself
  10. Human Resource Management & Development
  11. Strategic Marketing

Course Design

The programme consists of the following learning components:

  • Distance e-learning (self-study) modules,
  • Eleven (11) Assisted tutorial sessions, and
  • Various assessment tasks.

Exit Level Outcomes

On achieving this qualification, a learner will be able to:

  • Apply fundamental management principles in a work-based context.
  • Apply quantitative methodologies in making work-based decisions.
  • Utilise technology to communicate effectively.
  • Conduct action research.
  • Solve marketing problems.
  • Interpret financial statements and develop a budget.
  • Manage information in a business context.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the basic principles of the business environment.
  • Demonstrate and apply knowledge of effective self-management and leadership.
  • Practice human resource management principles.
  • Manage a project.
  • Develop a business or funding proposal.

Who Should Enrol

All aspirant or strategic level managers who have identified the need to improve and update their management knowledge and skills

Admission Requirements

The admission requirement is an NQF Level 5 qualification.

Application Requirements

Attached herewith please find the application form and CAT/RPL form, to download click here:

Application form

CAT/RPL form

Applicants are required to submit the following documentation and pay a R350.00 non-refundable application fee in order for the application to be processed:

  • Completed application form.
  • Certified copy of South African Identity Document (South African residents only) / official Passport (Foreign Students).
  • Certified copy of highest Qualification Certificate and any other Certification required as proof of meeting minimum entry requirements for this programme.
  • Proof of payment of non-refundable application fee of R350.00
  • SAQA and USAF verification as required for verification of recognition of foreign qualifications.
  • Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) form for access and/or Credit Allocation Transfer (CAT), if applicable.

The following supporting documentation must be included if you are applying for CAT:

  • Certified academic transcript(s) of training from a previous educational institution or FPD at same NQF Level.
  • Study guide that supports the credit claim at same NQF Level.

The following supporting documentation must be included if you are applying for RPL:

  • Testimonials/reference letter from previous or current employers.
  • Portfolio of Evidence that is evident of your work experience and skills equivalent to a NQF Level.
  • Full curriculum vitae indicating employment history and work experience in relevant field.
  • Portfolio of evidence of research project (if applicable).

*Certified documents should be certified by a Commissioner of Oaths. A stamp by your academic institution is not sufficient.

Kindly take note that spaces are limited, therefore please ensure to apply early by sending the above to gradprog@foundation.co.za

A student’s academic progression commences once all conditions of enrolment and the admissions criteria for the selected qualification have been met. Where a student applies for RPL/CAT, and with the approval of the Selection Committee and the Registrar, he/she can gain entry to the qualification.