The purpose of the Advanced Diploma is to prepare the student for further learning in the fields of Accounting, Auditing and Taxation. The programme will also prepare the student for the job market by enabling a student to apply integrated knowledge and advanced conceptual thinking skills to complex problems in Accounting, Auditing and Taxation.

The entry requirements for the Advanced Diploma in Accountancy are a Diploma or National Diploma with Financial Accounting, Auditing or Internal Auditing and Taxation at a 3rd year level and Grade 12 Mathematics with minimum APS of 4. Students with an APS below 4 for Mathematics or with Grade 12 Mathematical Literacy will only be considered after completion of the Mathematics for Diploma students module offered by the Faculty of Science at the University of Johannesburg to all second and third year Diploma students interested in pursuing further studies at the University of Johannesburg.... [-]

The purpose of this qualification is to provide students with the knowledge and skills to develop software solutions to solve business problems efficiently using the latest technologies. It produces the diplomat with the theoretical and practical skills set to apply the latest technologies and tools when developing an optimal software solution for a business.

Any appropriate Bachelor’s degree or 3 year Diploma in Information Technology, with at least one year of software development experience. Applicants need an average of 60% during their final year of study.

Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme as specific selection criteria may be applied and due to space constraints.... [-]

The purpose of the Advance Diploma is to broaden and deepen the knowledge, understanding, insight and skills with the aim of further learning in Economics. The programme is designed to prepare the student for the job market by providing them with the tools for the correct interpretation and understanding of the economy on a microeconomic and macroeconomic level, within a framework of the business environment.

The entry requirements for the Advanced Diploma in Economics are a Diploma, National Diploma or BTech with Economics as a major up to 3rd year level (with an average of 55% for Economics 3 AND an overall average of 55% for the relevant qualification AND a minimum APS of 4 for Mathematics). Students with an APS below 4 for Mathematics or with Grade 12 Mathematical Literacy will only be considered after successful completion of the Mathematics for Diploma students module offered by the Faculty of Science to all second and third-year Diploma students interested in pursuing further studies at the University.... [-]

The purpose of the Advanced Diploma in Remedial Education is to deliver professionally qualified remedial teachers and learning support specialists who can work in either inclusive mainstream classrooms or specialised schools. This is done by providing teachers with integrated theoretical knowledge, practical skills, specialised competence and experience of evidence-based practices around the pedagogy and didactics of remedial education for learners experiencing Specific Learning Disorders.

The purpose of the Advanced Diploma is to prepare Diploma or National Diploma students for further learning in the fields of Financial Management and Management Accounting.

The programme will prepare the student for the job market by enabling them to apply integrated knowledge and advanced conceptual thinking skills to innovatively solve complex problems in Financial Management.

The entry requirements for the Advanced Diploma in Financial Management are a Diploma or National Diploma with Financial Accounting and Management Accounting at a 3rd-year level and Grade 12 Mathematics with minimum APS of 4. Students with an APS below 4 for Mathematics or with Grade 12 Mathematical Literacy will only be considered after completion of the Mathematics for Diploma students module offered by the Faculty of Science at the University of Johannesburg to all second and third-year Diploma students interested in pursuing further studies at the University of Johannesburg.... [-]

The purpose of the Advanced Diploma in Financial Markets is to develop the student’s knowledge of the discipline of financial markets and trading. The programme is comprised of a focused curriculum to prepare the student for a career in financial markets. The curriculum includes ten topic areas ranging from Introduction to Financial Markets to Theory of Corporate Events to Trading in Financial Markets and Concluding Financial Market Transactions. Mastering of the curriculum will provide students with the ability to synthesise financial market principles and apply financial instruments in a professional manner. Fundamental knowledge of global investments relevant to the financial market industry will be gained enabling the qualifying student to work in today’s world of professional financial markets industry. The programme emphasises competence, integrity, and application of ethics in a professional environment. The successful student will gain a global and South African financial market perspective and an in-depth understanding of the marketplace which will provide them with a competitive advantage for employment.... [-]

The purpose of the Advance Diploma is to prepare Diploma or National Diploma students in the field of Property Valuation and Management. It will also provide an opportunity for students to become professional property valuers after successfully completing the requirements of the South-African Council for the Property Valuers Profession (SACPVP).

The entrance requirements for the Advanced Diploma in Property Valuation and Management are a Diploma or National Diploma with specialisation in property management or equivalent and Grade 12 Mathematics with a minimum APS of 4. Students with an APS below 4 for Mathematics or with Grade 12 Mathematical Literacy will only be considered after completion of the Mathematics for Diploma students module offered by the Faculty of Science at the University of Johannesburg to all second and third-year Diploma students interested in pursuing further studies at the University of Johannesburg.... [-]

The purpose of the Advanced Diploma in Retailing is to develop the applied and practical competencies of the graduate in the acquisition, understanding, and application of retailing principles. It provides an intensive, focused and applied specialization within the field of Retail to ensure that graduates have a deep and systematic understanding of current thinking, practice, theory, and methodology in the field of Retail.

An Applicant must hold an appropriate Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent qualification on NQF level 6 as determined by a status committee. Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular program does not necessarily guarantee admission to that program as specific selection criteria may be applied and due to space constraints.... [-]

Do you find yourself in a position where you have to do the marketing for your unit or organisation, and you really do need better marketing knowledge? Your position rules out the long trek to obtain a marketing qualification and studying with a bunch of school leavers does not really appeal to you either. Yet you need to find a way to become a successful marketer.

Candidates who should apply include:

We invite you to experience the spirit of Ubuntu on the UJ’s Cultural Tour Of Johannesburg and the surround. This is a two-week programme offering excursions and classroom engagement on the culture of South Africa.

CULTURAL TOUR OF JOHANNESBURG AND GAUTENG

We invite you to experience the spirit of Ubuntu on the UJ’s Cultural Tour Of Johannesburg and the surround. This is a two-week programme offering excursions and classroom engagement on the culture of South Africa

LESEDI CULTURAL VILLAGE

Lesedi Cultural Village was established in 1993. The vision - to provide an authentic showcase of the traditional cultures of some of the well-known African tribes, who have their home in South Africa. Representatives of these tribes facilitated the design of the cultural villages to ensure a historically representative portrayal of the cultures, highlighting aspects of the traditional way of life. Members of these historic communities live at Lesedi and continue to breathe life into their fascinating cultures.... [-]

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The Social Entrepreneurship for International Students programme provides an opportunity for international students to experience South Africa, the city of Johannesburg and the University of Johannesburg’s campus life within the exciting field social entrepreneurship.

The programme includes the ultimate hands-on work experience within established social enterprises in the underprivileged areas in and around Johannesburg. Students influencing the way these businesses are managed.

This programme can best be described as an experience in change-making. In the three weeks, students’ perceptions and lives will be transformed due to being exposed to the realities of a developing country, whilst operating in a safe and educational environment.... [-]

The aim of the qualification is to develop the student’s applied and cognitive competencies in the acquisition, interpretation, understanding and application of management information and decision support. The student should be able to analyse and explain company and environmental data, information and systems in the context of a company and its business environment, and to assess and interpret the external impact of decisions. The student should also be able to reflect on his/her managerial decisions and applications to assess the effect thereof in the holistic context of specialised management functions in industry, in order to contextualise their learning to their business environment, and to appreciate improvements and interventions they can affect in their working environments.... [-]

Students who have a Diploma / Extended Diploma in Public Relations and Communication should be able to:

Purpose: The aim of the qualification is to develop in the student the competency to plan, apply, implement and evaluate public relations and communication management practices in a variety of business and social contexts. The curriculum for the Diploma (Public Relations and Communication) programme consists of 25-semester modules compiled as follows:... [-]

To develop the student’s applied and cognitive competencies in the acquisition, interpretation, understanding and application of management information and decision support. The student should be able to:

The purpose of the Diploma in Financial Services Operations is to develop the student’s knowledge in the area of financial services and its operations. The programme is comprised of a focused curriculum to prepare the student for a career in the financial services industry. Mastering of the curriculum will provide students with the ability to synthesise financial services operations principles in a professional manner. Fundamental knowledge of global financial services relevant to the financial services industry will be gained enabling the qualifying student to work in today’s world of the professional financial services operations industry. The programme emphasises 5 competence, integrity, and application of ethics in a professional environment. The successful student will gain a global and South African financial market perspective and an in-depth understanding of the environment which will provide them with a competitive advantage for employment.... [-]

The purpose of this diploma is to provide accountancy knowledge and skills to ensure competence in performing reporting functions, rendering taxation services and management advisory services on an accounting technician level, and to convert this embedded knowledge practically into an accounting software programme.

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Architectural professionals are involved in shaping the built environment. Their efforts are evident everywhere, from the simple construction of a low-cost housing project to the sophisticated erection of skyscrapers. Architectural professionals are employed in the design, technological resolution and management of construction projects.

The Department of Architecture offers the Diploma in Architecture, which has unconditional validation from the Architectural Profession (SACAP) and the Commonwealth Association for Architecture (CAA).

Diploma in Architecture Brochure

With a Diploma in Business Information Technology, IT practitioners provide solutions to business problems through the application of computer-based technology and techniques.

Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme as specific selection criteria may be applied and due to space constraints.

The student obtaining this qualification will demonstrate competency in analysing and applying the principles of the fashion system from production through to consumption in order to m eet market demands.

The programme is structured to produce outcomes demonstrated by the student's ability to:

The successful food and beverage operations student will possess the appropriate knowledge, technical and personal skills at operational and supervisory levels within the food and beverage industry within South Africa or internationally.

People can work in food and beverage units, private and executive catering, marketing and promotions, training or in areas of food and drink within the industry.

Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme as specific selection criteria may be applied and due to space constraints.... [-]

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is situated in the metropolis of Johannesburg and is one of the dynamic Jewellery hubs of South Africa. The state of the art facilities combined with the expertise of the lecturing staff makes the UJ Department of Jewellery Design a premier setting to study towards a career in the Jewellery industry. The department's aim is to cultivate broad-based skills associated with jewellery entrepreneurship. Students are encouraged to develop a range of competencies which enables them to achieve their full creative potential.

The diploma programme incorporates Jewellery Practice that includes Jewellery Design, Drawing and Manufacturing Techniques. Other key areas of study include Gemmology, Technology, Contextual Studies and Design Management. The Department promotes a dual focus on commercial and high-end fine jewellery with an emphasis on conceptual design.... [-]

Management opportunities in various industries on first and/or middle management level, Training Manager, HRD Manager, Employment Relations Manager, Product Development Manager, Branch Manager, General Manager, Change Facilitator, Management Consultant, Entrepreneur, Business Innovator

Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme as specific selection criteria may be applied and due to space constraints.

With a National Diploma / Extended National Diploma in Human Resources Management graduates can work as human resource management practitioners dealing with employee-related issues in organisations.

Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme as specific selection criteria may be applied and due to space constraints.... [-]

With a National Diploma / Extended National Diploma in Logistics graduates can work as purchasing managers who deal with the purchasing aspects of running a business, as warehouse managers and more.

Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme as specific selection criteria may be applied and due to space constraints.... [-]

With a National Diploma / Extended National in Management a graduate can work as a Supervisor, First-line Manager, Senior/Middle Manager, Manager in Corporate setting, Manager of own business, Branch Manager, Business Advisor

Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme as specific selection criteria may be applied and due to space constraints.... [-]

With a National Diploma / Extended National Diploma in Small Business Management you can work as an entrepreneur, start and run your own business, a Business Advisor, manage a small/medium business, or Social Entrepreneur.

Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme as specific selection criteria may be applied and due to space constraints.... [-]

Transportation Managers deal with a variety of transport-related concerns within a business or institutional enterprise.

Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme as specific selection criteria may be applied and due to space constraints.... [-]

This is a broad-based qualification intended to prepare diplomats for supervisory and middle management level employment in the construction industry and for technical and support level in the quantity surveying profession. Students who have obtained this qualification will be competent to support supervisors, managers and quantity surveyors.

Exit level outcomes:

A student who has obtained this qualification will be competent to apply theoretical knowledge, practical experience and skills in Civil Engineering as a civil engineering technician, who forms part of the engineering team, by applying proven techniques to engineering activity, within standards and codes under remote supervision, and under close supervision if operating outside standards and codes.

Exit level outcomes:

The qualifying student must have:

A qualifying student will be competent to apply technical knowledge, engineering principles and problem-solving techniques in the field of Electrical Engineering by operating within the relevant standards and codes in collaboration with other members of the engineering team.

The qualified student will be able to register with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Technician-in-Training in the field of Electrical Engineering.

Exit level Outcomes:

The qualifying student will be able to:

Graduates who have obtained this qualification will be competent in applying operations management techniques and strategies, resulting in effectiveness and productivity in industry. The qualified student will be able to register with ECSA.

Exit level outcomes:

The qualifying student will be able to:

Students who have obtained this qualification will be able to, independently, as well as under supervision, integrate analytical and practical engineering techniques and engineering knowledge to solve well defined and open-ended engineering problems. They will also be able to select criteria to judge processes and outcomes. This qualification is intended for engineering practitioners in industry.

Exit level outcomes: The qualifying student will be able to:

At this level, a qualifying student will be competent in basic metallurgical process operation, product development and problem-solving, thus contributing to the needs of the metallurgical industry and mining community. The qualified student will be able to register with ECSA as a Technician.

Exit level outcomes:

The qualifying student will be competent to:

The central purpose of the National Diploma in Applied Chemistry is to develop graduates who can demonstrate focused knowledge and skills in Applied Chemistry. The programme therefore focuses centrally on equipping students with an in-depth and specialised knowledge of the general principles and practical skills applicable to the Applied Chemistry industry. As part of the diploma study, and in collaboration with the relevant workplace institutions/bodies/organisations, students are also exposed to the relevant world of work in order to gain experience in applying the acquired knowledge and practical skills in the workplace context. The tuition and workplace experience enable successful students to access a number of career and employment opportunities relating to analytical their specialization.... [-]

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The central purpose of the National Diploma in Biochemistry is to develop graduates who can demonstrate focused knowledge and skills in Biochemistry. The programme therefore focuses centrally on equipping students with an in-depth and specialised knowledge of the general principles and practical skills applicable to the Biochemistry industry. As part of the diploma study, and in collaboration with the relevant workplace institutions/bodies/organisations, students are also exposed to the relevant world of work in order to gain experience in applying the acquired knowledge and practical skills in the workplace context. The tuition and workplace experience enable successful students to access a number of career and employment opportunities relating to analytical their specialization.... [-]

DOORNFONTEIN CAMPUS

The central purpose of the National Diploma in Biotechnology is to develop graduates who can demonstrate focused knowledge and skills in Biotechnology. The programme therefore focuses centrally on equipping students with an in-depth and specialised knowledge of the general principles and practical skills applicable to the Biotechnology industry. As part of the diploma study, and in collaboration with the relevant workplace institutions/bodies/organisations, students are also exposed to the relevant world of work in order to gain experience in applying the acquired knowledge and practical skills in the workplace context. The tuition and workplace experience enable successful students to access a number of career and employment opportunities relating to analytical their specialization.... [-]

This qualification is intended for process or chemical engineering technicians working in process-related industries. Students who have obtained this qualification have the competence to apply existing process technology to chemical engineering problems in chemical processes and plant operations.

Exit level outcomes: The qualifying student will have the ability to:

DOORNFONTEIN CAMPUS

The central purpose of the National Diploma in Citizenship is to develop graduates who can demonstrate focused knowledge and skills in Citizenship. The programme therefore focuses centrally on equipping students with an in-depth and specialised knowledge of the general principles and practical skills applicable to the science industry. As part of the diploma study, and in collaboration with the relevant workplace institutions/bodies/organisations, students are also exposed to the relevant world of work in order to gain experience in applying the acquired knowledge and practical skills in the workplace context. The tuition and workplace experience enable successful students to access a number of career and employment opportunities relating to analytical their specialization.... [-]

A student who has completed this qualification will be competent in providing professional, technical and developmental support in the computer industry.

Exit level outcomes:

The qualifying student will have the ability to:

Note: Enrolment of new students will not occur for the Diploma Programme if approval is received to offer the Bachelor in Environmental Health in 2017.

Environmental Health Practitioners research, identify, evaluate and control possible environmental health hazards.

Admission for international applicants is subject to meeting the compliance requirements as stipulated by the Immigration Act No 13 of 2002, the regulations made there under the University’s policy. Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme due to space constraints. All applicants have to complete the NBT (National Benchmark Test) prior to admission. The result of the NBT will inform decisions taken on placement of the applicant. Life Orientation is not included when calculating APS.... [-]

At this level, a qualifying student will be competent in basic metallurgical process operation and problem-solving, thus contributing to the needs of the metallurgical industry and mining community. The qualified student will be able to register with ECSA as a Technician.

Exit level outcomes:

The qualifying student will have the ability to:

DOORNFONTEIN CAMPUS

The central purpose of the National Diploma in Food Technology is to develop graduates who can demonstrate focused knowledge and skills in Food Technology. The programme therefore focuses centrally on equipping students with an in-depth and specialised knowledge of the general principles and practical skills applicable to the Food Technology industry. As part of the diploma study, and in collaboration with the relevant workplace institutions/bodies/organisations, students are also exposed to the relevant world of work in order to gain experience in applying the acquired knowledge and practical skills in the workplace context. The tuition and workplace experience enable successful students to access a number of career and employment opportunities relating to analytical their specialization.... [-]

The National Diploma in Hospitality Management prepares the graduate with operational and managerial aspects, which can be applied in all major companies and entrepreneurial enterprises in the hospitality industry.

Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme as specific selection criteria may be applied and due to space constraints.

Marketers determine the needs of consumers and satisfy consumer requirements.

Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme as specific selection criteria may be applied and due to space constraints.

DOORNFONTEIN CAMPUS

The central purpose of the National Diploma in Mathematics is to develop graduates who can demonstrate focused knowledge and skills in Mathematics. The programme therefore focuses centrally on equipping students with an in-depth and specialised knowledge of the general principles and practical skills applicable to the Mathematics industry. As part of the diploma study, and in collaboration with the relevant workplace institutions/bodies/organisations, students are also exposed to the relevant world of work in order to gain experience in applying the acquired knowledge and practical skills in the workplace context. The tuition and workplace experience enable successful students to access a number of career and employment opportunities relating to analytical their specialization.... [-]

The qualification will be awarded to a learner who has provided evidence to the satisfaction of the assessors that the stated competence, as detailed in the specified outcomes, has been achieved, either through education and training in a recognised provider`s learning programme, or through expertise that complies with the stated specified outcomes.

Exit level outcomes:

The qualified student should have the ability and knowledge to effectively:

The qualified learner would be technically competent in the effective and safe process and manpower management of all mining production activities at first level management and supervision levels at mines.

The qualified learner should have the technical and management capability to effectively run all types of mining production operations at junior and mid-management level.

DOORNFONTEIN CAMPUS

The central purpose of the National Diploma in Physics is to develop graduates who can demonstrate focused knowledge and skills in Physics. The programme therefore focuses centrally on equipping students with an in-depth and specialised knowledge of the general principles and practical skills applicable to the Physics industry. As part of the diploma study, and in collaboration with the relevant workplace institutions/bodies/organisations, students are also exposed to the relevant world of work in order to gain experience in applying the acquired knowledge and practical skills in the workplace context. The tuition and workplace experience enable successful students to access a number of career and employment opportunities relating to analytical their specialization.... [-]

A National Diploma in Retail Business Management prepares you for work in the retailing industry.

Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme as specific selection criteria may be applied and due to space constraints.

Sports Administrator, Facilities Manager, Professional Coach, Fitness Trainer, Sports Marketer, Sports Sponsorship Manager, Events Manager and Marketer Practitioners research, identify, evaluate and control possible environmental health hazards.

Admission for international applicants is subject to meeting the compliance requirements as stipulated by the Immigration Act No 13 of 2002, the regulations made there under the University’s policy. Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme due to space constraints. All applicants have to complete the NBT (National Benchmark Test) prior to admission. The result of the NBT will inform decisions taken on placement of the applicant. Life Orientation is not included when calculating APS.... [-]

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The central purpose of the National Diploma in Statistics is to develop graduates who can demonstrate focused knowledge and skills in Statistics. The programme therefore focuses centrally on equipping students with an in-depth and specialised knowledge of the general principles and practical skills applicable to the Statistics industry. As part of the diploma study, and in collaboration with the relevant workplace institutions/bodies/organisations, students are also exposed to the relevant world of work in order to gain experience in applying the acquired knowledge and practical skills in the workplace context. The tuition and workplace experience enable successful students to access a number of career and employment opportunities relating to analytical their specialization.... [-]

The National Diploma in Tourism Management prepares the graduate with operational and managerial aspects to work in a variety of different tourism-related sectors.

Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme as specific selection criteria may be applied and due to space constraints.

This qualification is intended for planning technicians working in government and non-governmental sectors. Students would, in a team, be able to perform in both spatial and non-spatial planning fields, using appropriate technology, in order to critically respond to the challenges in the built environment. Learners may apply for registration as a Technical Planner with SACPLAN, after having met specific SACPLAN requirements.

Exit level outcomes:

The qualifying student should be able to:

DOORNFONTEIN CAMPUS

The central purpose of the National Diploma in Zoology is to develop graduates who can demonstrate focused knowledge and skills in Zoology. The programme therefore focuses centrally on equipping students with an in-depth and specialised knowledge of the general principles and practical skills applicable to the Zoology industry. As part of the diploma study, and in collaboration with the relevant workplace institutions/bodies/organisations, students are also exposed to the relevant world of work in order to gain experience in applying the acquired knowledge and practical skills in the workplace context. The tuition and workplace experience enable successful students to access a number of career and employment opportunities relating to analytical their specialization.... [-]

The purpose of the Postgraduate Certificate in Education in Senior Phase (SP) and Further Education and Training (FET) Teaching is to deliver professionally qualified beginner teachers for the Senior Phase and Further Education Training of schooling.

This is done by providing student teachers with a well-rounded education that equips them with specialised teaching competence in at least one school subject in the Senior Phase and one school subject in the FET phase of schooling, a nuanced understanding of the integrated nature of theory and practice in education and the context of the teaching profession in South Africa.

Students who complete this programme will be able to: ... [-]

The purpose of this programme is to develop the intellectual and practical skills of the students in the analysis, interpretation, and application of accounting, governance and control and internal auditing/taxation principles. This programme will prepare students to apply accounting, governance and control and internal auditing or taxation principles in practice. Lastly, this programme will prepare students for further studies in accounting, governance and control and internal auditing or taxation as a science. Graduates of this programme are also able to register with professional bodies such the South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA) and the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). This programme, however, does not provide access to the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) board examinations. Admission requirements: The prerequisite for admission is a Bachelor of Commerce degree or an Advanced Diploma in Accounting/ Internal Auditing or the successful completion of a bridging programme in conjunction with a degree (other than Accounting/Internal Auditing). Places on this programme are limited and are awarded based on academic performance. Contact details: Ms Nicolene du Plooy / 011 559 3059 / nicolenedp@uj.ac.za... [-]

The purpose of the PGDip (Accounting Science) is to provide knowledge, skills and applied competence in the fields of Accounting, Auditing, Financial Management and Taxation to students who plan to qualify as Chartered Accountants so that they will meet the requirements as determined by the accounting profession.

The programme is aligned with the competency framework and curriculum requirements of the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA). Students who qualify with the PGDip (Accounting Science) will be allowed to register for SAICA’s Qualifying Exam to qualify as a Chartered Accountant. The programme provides students with the required skills and technical competence to be employed as professionals in the areas of Accounting, Auditing, Financial Management and Taxation.... [-]

The purpose of the Postgraduate Diploma in Estate Planning is to enable working professionals in the financial planning industry to undertake advanced reflection and development by means of current thinking, practice and literature review in Estate Planning. The qualification demands a high level of theoretical engagement and intellectual independence, as well as the ability to relate knowledge to a range of contexts in estate planning, trusts, taxation of trust and administration of estates in order to undertake professional or highly-skilled work in Estate Planning.

The programme is comprised of a focused curriculum to prepare the student for a career in Estate Planning. The curriculum includes three topic areas ranging from estate planning, administration of estates and trusts and the taxation of trusts. Mastering of the curriculum will provide students with the ability to evaluate and apply complex estate planning principles in a holistic financial planning process, when implementing advice or at the administration of an estate at death. In-depth understanding of estate planning and trust principles will be gained enabling the qualifying student to work in today’s professional world of financial planning. The programme emphasises competence, integrity, and application of ethics in a professional environment. The successful student will gain a holistic estate planning perspective and an in-depth understanding of estate planning which will provide them with a competitive advantage for employment in the financial planning industry.... [-]

The purpose of this programme is to provide students with the necessary knowledge to undertake highly-skilled professional work in the disciplines of management accounting and finance. The programme is comprised of a broad-based curriculum to prepare the postgraduate student for a wide range of finance-related specialities. The programme emphasises application, analysis and evaluation within each topic area as well as the application of integrity and ethics in a professional environment. Mastering of the curriculum will provide students with the skills to synthesize complex management, financial, performance and risk principles in order to drive and add value to the entities that employ them. The successful student will gain an overall financial and business perspective which will provide them with a competitive advantage for employment.... [-]

The purpose of this programme is to strengthen the students’ knowledge and comprehension in the disciplines of Financial Markets and Stockbroking as the field is interdisciplinary in nature and it serves to strengthen and deepen the student’s knowledge. The programme comprises of a broad-based curriculum to prepare the postgraduate student for financial market related specialities. The program emphasises application, analysis and evaluation within each topic area as well as the application of integrity and ethics in a professional environment. This qualification demands a high level of theoretical engagement and intellectual independence, as well as the ability to relate knowledge to a range of contexts in order to undertake professional or highly-skilled work. Mastering of the curriculum will provide students with the skills to synthesise complex stockbroking principles in order to drive and add value to the entities that employ them. The successful student will gain an overall stockbroking perspective which will provide them with a competitive advantage for employment.... [-]

The purpose of the programme is to strengthen and deepen the student’s knowledge and to develop applied competence in analysing, interpreting and understanding information systems auditing processes, principles and methods. It further develops that intellectual independence, research and professional skills of the student. The qualification prepares students to meaningfully contribute to organizations information systems auditing as well as acquisition, utilization and development of information systems and technology.

A potential student should have obtained a Bachelors Degree on NQF level 7 from UJ. Candidates from other universities should have obtained a relevant Degree on a NQF level 7 or the equivalent thereof and could apply for admission to the Departmental Academic Board which will evaluate each application individually. RPL will be applied in accordance with the UJ RPL policy. In addition to the minimum admission requirements as outlined above, prospective students must obtain a minimum of 60% average In their final year in any appropriate Bachelors Degree in order to do the postgraduate Diploma.... [-]

In addition to the minimum admission requirements as outlined above, prospective students may undergo a selection process, including written submissions regarding work experience and motivation for entry into the programme. Students should have excellent general computer skills and reliable access to the internet.... [-]