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2013

Faculty of Economic &

Management Sciences

Undergraduate

NOTICE

All particulars in this calendar are applicable as from January 1, 2013. The University reserves the right

to amend any regulation or provision at any time without prior notice.

Although every attempt has been made to ensure that the information is accurate, the University does not

accept any liability concerning inaccuracies of any of the contents in the Calendar.

The Higher Education Qualifications Framework (HEQF), as gazetted on 5 October 2007 is currently

being phased in at the University. The alignment of all existing programmes with the HEQF is a project

that is envisaged to take until 2015 at the earliest to complete. Due to this certain information in this

calendar may not be in line with the HEQF.

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CONTENTS

GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................................................................................ 2

DEGREES AND DIPLOMAS CONFERRED IN THE FACULTY .................................................. 4

FACULTY BOARD AND FACULTY OFFICE STAFF ................................................................... 5

LECTURING AND TECHNICAL STAFF ....................................................................................... 6

RULES FOR PROGRAMMES ....................................................................................................... 16

BAdmin (Full-Time)................................................................................................................ 16

BAdmin (Part-Time) ............................................................................................................... 21

BCom Full-Time Curriculum ................................................................................................... 26

BCom Part-Time Curriculum ................................................................................................... 31

BCom 4-year Extended Curriculum .......................................................................................... 34

BCom (Fianancial Accounting) ................................................................................................ 40

BCom (Accounting) ............................................................................................................... 43

BCom (Accounting) 4-year Extended Curriculum ..................................................................... 46

BCom (Law) .......................................................................................................................... 49

BEcon (LED) ......................................................................................................................... 53

Certificate in Economic Development (CED) ............................................................................ 57

MODULE DESCRIPTORS............................................................................................................. 58

Extended Curriculla ................................................................................................................. 58

Business Analysis .................................................................................................................... 70

Accounting ............................................................................................................................. 75

Academic Literacy for Commerce ............................................................................................ 73

Accounting Related Subjects .................................................................................................... 95

Economics .............................................................................................................................126

Fair Share (CED) ...................................................................................................................145

Industrial Psychology .............................................................................................................152

Information Systems ...............................................................................................................161

School of Business and Finance ..............................................................................................107

Law Faculty Module Descriptors .............................................................................................175

Political Studies......................................................................................................................183

Public Administration .............................................................................................................191

Quantitative Skills for Accounting............................................................................................ 65

Quantitative Skills for Commerce............................................................................................. 68

Quantitative Skills Foundation ................................................................................................. 66

Quantitative Skills for Literacy................................................................................................. 67

Mathematical & Statistical Sciences ........................................................................................179

Business Statistics ..................................................................................................................181

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GENERAL INFORMATION

CORRESPONDENCE WITH THE UNIVERSITY

All postal correspondence should be addressed to the relevant person or department at:

The University of the Western Cape

Private Bag X17

Bellville

7535

Should you not know the person or department, please direct all correspondence to:

The Registrar

University of the Western Cape

Private Bag X17

Bellville

7535

Faculty related enquiries can be directly forwarded to:

Ms L Kamffer

Faculty Manager

Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences

The University of the Western Cape

Private Bag X17

Bellville

7535

Tel: +27 (0)21 959 3164

Fax: +27 (0)21 959 3470/2578

Email: [email protected]

CONTACT NUMBERS

UWC Switchboard +27 (0)21 959-2911

UWC Call Centre +27 (0)21 959 3900/1/2/3

General Fax +27 (0)21 959-3126

THE UNIVERSITY’S WEBSITE: www.uwc.ac.za

GENERAL BURSARIES AND LOANS

Full particulars of bursaries and loans are set out in a separate brochure that is obtainable from:

Financial Aid Office

University of the Western Cape

Private Bag X17

Bellville

7535

Tel: +27 (0) 21 959 3114

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CALENDAR

The calendar is obtainable in the following separate parts:

Part 1 General Information

Part 2 Faculty of Science

Part 3 Faculty of Arts

(a) Undergraduate

(b) Postgraduate

Part 4 Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences

(a) Undergraduate

(b) Postgraduate

Part 5 Faculty of Education

Part 6 Faculty of Dentistry

Part 7 Faculty of Law

Part 8 Faculty of Community and Health Sciences

Part 9 Schedule of Fees

A separate publication containing the Faculty’s teaching and examination time-tables is obtainable from

the Faculty Office. Students may also access this information via the student portal.

PLEASE NOTE:

All prospective EMS students will be required to write The National Benchmarking test, which is an

admissions test for placement purposes. Please visit the website for more details: www.nbt.ac.za

http://www.nbt.ac.za/

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DEGREES AND DIPLOMAS CONFERRED IN THE FACULTY

DEGREES

Bachelor of Administration BAdmin

Bachelor of Commerce BCom

Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting BCom (Acc)

Bachelor of Commerce in Financial Accounting BCom (FinAcc)

Bachelor of Commerce in Law BCom (Law)

Bachelor of Economics in Development Economics BEcon (LED)

Bachelor of Administration (Honours) BAdmin (Hons)

Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) BCom (Hons)

Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) in Finance BComHons(Finance)

Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) in Management BComHons(Management)

Bachelor of Economics (Honours) BEcon (Hons)

Master of Administration MAdmin

Master of Economics MEcon

Master of Commerce MCom

Master of Public Administration MPA

Master of Philosophy (Land and Agrarian Studies) MPhil (LAS)

Doctor of Philosophy PhD

DIPLOMAS & CERTIFICATES

Advanced Diploma in Management AdvDip (Management)

Advanced Diploma in Management (Finance) AdvDip (Management) (Finance)

Advanced Diploma in Management (Financial Planning) AdvDip (Management) (Financial

Planning)

Advanced Diploma in Public Administration ADPA

Postgraduate Diploma in Management PGDip(Management)

Postgraduate Diploma in Finance PGDip (Finance)

Postgraduate Diploma in Land & Agrarian Studies PGDip (LAS)

Certificate in Economic Development CED

ACCESS PROGRAMMES

Management Development Programme MDP

Senior Management Development Programme SMDP

Programme in Economic Principles

Programme in Economic Principles and Policy

PEP I

PEPP II

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FACULTY BOARD AND FACULTY OFFICE STAFF

FACULTY BOARD

The Rector (ex officio), Vice Rectors (ex officio)

Proffs: C Tapscott, F Abrahams, CJ Bakkes, C Cairney, B Cousins,A du Toit, LER De Vries, M Esau,

LCH Fourie, W Geach, S Gool, R Hall, P Hirschsohn, A Hsieh, I Ille, L Loxton, L Piper, LJ Loots, CJJ

Mphaisha, J Pretorius, R Rena, L Thompson, DJ Visser, JJ Williams

Extraordinary Prof: D Blackmur, A Erwin, R Pellesier, M November

Extraordinary Prof (Associate): O Mollagee

Extraordinary Senior Lecturers: Dr B von Lieres, KA Gottschalk, M Aliber, T Leuscher-Mamashela

Drs: C Africa, TO Ajilore, LA Bosman, G Davids, D Desai, H Duh, A Hsieh, M Isaacs, E Makaudze, N

Mashiyi, J May, V McGhie, Z Mitrovic, V Naicker, J Njenga, R Peters, L Pretorius

Messrs: RG Arendse, K Bafo, A Bayat, P Brijlal, G Caseley, T Combrinck, G Hearn, P Hamel, K

Heslop, M Hoskins, E Isaacs, J Jansen, C Melzer, ER Mentoor, R Oliver, E Pullen, W Rinquest, P

Saungweme, J Siebrits, AJ Saayman, , G Thaver, G van Rooyen, L Weber, K Yu

Mmes: A Bayat, C Christians, M du Plessis, D Hamman-Fisher, C Hoorn, A Noordien, L Kamffer, R

Jano, L Lorente-Quesada, M Moses, M Otto, J Pretorius, P Pugin, B Raymond, N Myburg, J Lawrence,

G Hans, L Ndesi, L Uys, J van den Berg,

Representatives of:

Faculty of Law: Advocate G F Kotze

Faculty of Science: Mr A Latief

Faculty of Education: Prof J Smith

FACULTY OFFICE STAFF

Dean: Vacant

Deputy Dean - Research: L Piper, PhD (Cambridge)

Deputy Dean – Academic: M Esau, PhD (Western Cape)

Faculty Manager: L Kamffer, BCom (Hons) (Pretoria), MCom (South Africa)

(Cum Laude)

Senior Faculty Officer: C Hoorn, (BAdmin) (Hons) (Western Cape)

Faculty Officers: G Hobyani, (ADM) (Western Cape), (Hons) (Western Cape)

M Engel

C Pharoah, (Nat Dipl) (Cape Peninsula UT)

Vacant

Administrative Officer: P Dibela, (BCom) (Western Cape)

Administrative Assistants: M Delport

Dean’s Secretary: S Van der Schyff

Dean’s Administrative Assistant: Vacant

Faculty Manager’s Administrative

Assistant: L Naude (Dip: Adult Education) (Cape Town)

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LECTURING AND TECHNICAL STAFF

(Departmental chairpersons are denoted with an asterisk (*))

ACCOUNTING

Professors: *L Loxton B.SC, B Acc (Hons), MBA, CA (SA)

CJ Bakkes, MCompt (South Africa), CA (SA)

WD Geach, BA (LLB) (Cape Town), MCom, CTA, FCIS,

CA (SA), Admitted Advocate of the High Court of SA,

Fellow of the University of Kwazulu Natal

Associate Professor: C Cairney, MCom, (Cape Town), MSc (UWE), CA (SA)

Extraordinary Associate Professor: O Mollagee, BCom (Hons Acc) (Western Cape), BCom

(Hons) Taxation (Cape Town), CA (SA)

Senior Lecturers: AJ Saayman, BCompt (Hons) (South Africa), CA (SA)

B Raymond, BCom (Hons) (Western Cape), CA (SA)

J Jansen, BCom (Acc) (Western Cape), BCom (Hons) Acc

(Kwazulu Natal), CA (SA)

J Siebrits, BCom (Law), LLB (Stellenbosch), BCompt

(Hons) (South Africa), CA (SA)

P Hamel, BCom (Hons) (ACC) (RAU), CA (SA)

P L Weber, BCom (Hons) (Acc) (Western Cape), CA (SA)

J Pretorius, BCom (Acc) (Rhodes), BCom (Hons) (Natal),

MCom (NMMU), CA (SA)

L Uys, Masters (Auditing) (Stellenbosch), CA (SA)

Lecturers: W Rinquest, BCom, HDE, BEd (Western Cape)

RG Arendse, BCom (Hons) (Western Cape)

A Noordien, BCom (Hons) (Acc) (Western Cape) CA (SA)

M Otto, BCom (Hons) (Acc) (Western Cape) CA (SA)

E Pullen, BCom (Hons) (Acc) (Western Cape), CA (SA)

Administrative Officer: C Jacobs-Williams, Business Computing, and Secretarial

Diploma (Rosebank College)

Marks Administrators: E Felaar, NCM (Cape Peninsula UT)

S Couert, BCom (Western Cape)

Pilot Thuthuka Student Coordinator: C Trueman, HR Diploma (Rosebank College)

ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT

Extra-Ordinary Senior Lecturer: MD November, (Hons), BA (Hons) (Keele), MA (History)

(London), MA (Teaching English as a Second Language)

(UCLA), PhD (UCLA)

Teaching & Learning Specialist: *N Mashiyi BA (Hons), BEd (Unitra), MEd (ESL)

(Rhodes), N.D Small Business Management (TSA), PhD

(Education Policy Studies) (University of Pretoria)

Senior Lecturer (Linguistics): VF McGhie, BA (Western Cape), BA (Hons) (Linguistics)

(Western Cape), MA (Linguistics) (Western Cape), Higher

Diploma in Education (P/G) (Western Cape), Diploma in

Public Relations Practice (Academy of Learning), PhD

(Stellenbosch)

L Ndesi, BTh (Western Cape), BA (Hons) (Western Cape),

MTh (Western Cape)

Lecturers: Liesl Svenson - BCom (Hons), MCom (Western Cape)

Kashiefa Mobarak - (Hons) (UWC), MCom (UWC

Quintin Paulsen - Management and Finance (Hons) (UWC)

Administrative Officer: R May

Marks Administrator: R Kriel

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4-YEAR EXTENDED PROGRAMME

Lecturers: CW Melzer, MBA (Cape Town), BCom (Hons) (Cape

Town)

Dr D Desai, BSc (Cape Town), BSc (Hons) (Western Cape),

B. Mus. (Mus.Lib.), M.Mus. (Mus. Ed.) (Cape Town), BEd

(SA), PhD (Natal), H.D.L.S. (SA), H.E.D. (SA), L.T.C.L.

J F Abongdia, MA (Linguisitics) (Western Cape), MA

(American Literature) (Yaonde, Cameroon), Linguistics

(Hons) (Western Cape), Advanced Teachers Diploma

(Yaounde, Cameroon), BA (English/English Literature)

(Yaounde, Cameroon)

Llorente Quesada, B.Com (Honours) (UCLV); MCom

(Western Cape), MA (Film and Media) (Cape Town)

Summa Cum Laude

R George, (BTh), BA (Hons) (Western Cape)

N Myburgh, BSc, MSc (Mathematics Education) (Western

Cape)

G Thaver, BCom (Hons) (Western Cape)

G Hans, BEd (Hons) (Psychology), BA, BA (Hons),

(Western Cape)

E Muriro, BCom Accounting (Western Cape), BCompt

(Hons) (South Africa), Advanced Certificate in Auditing

(apt)

EMS STUDENT SUPPORT AND RESEARCH UNIT (ESSRU)

Unit Coordinator: M du Preez

Administrator: L Wildschutt

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE

Acting Director: *R Peters, BCom, BCom (Hons) (Western Cape), MBL

(South Africa), PhD (Johannesburg)

Mauerberger Chair in Finance: S Gool, BSc (Cape Town), BEcon Hons (Western Cape),

MA Fin (UCalif), HED (South Africa), Chartered Financial

Analyst

Professor: P Hirschsohn, BBusSc (Cape Town), BCom (Hons) (South

Africa), MSc (Oxon), PhD (MIT)

DJ Visser, BCom, HDE (Stellenbosch), BCom (Hons)

(South Africa), MCom (Western Cape), PhD (Stellenbosch)

(FIAC)

Associate Professor: L De Vries, BCom (Hons), STD (Western Cape), MBA

(Stellenbosch)

Heng-Hsing Hsieh, PhD (Cape Town), MCom (UKZN),

BCom (Hons) (UND) Cum Laude, BCom (UND) Summa

Cum Laude, MIFM, Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)

Senior Lecturers: ER Mentoor, MCom (Western Cape)

EBH Isaacs, MCom (Western Cape)

V Naicker, ADM, MCom, PhD (Western Cape)

P Brijlal, BSc, HDE (Natal), MBA (Durban Westville)

H Duh, BCom (University of Uyo, Nigeria), BCom (Hons),

MCom (Witwatersrand)

Lecturers: T Combrinck, HDE, Bed, BCom (Hons), MCom (Western

Cape)

A Bayat, BA (Medina), BCom (Hons), MCom (Western

Cape)

P Pugin, (BCom) (Hons), MCom (Western Cape)

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G Caseley, BCom (Natal), BCom (Hons) (South Africa)

Cum Laude, MBA (Witwatersrand) Cum Laude P Saungweme, Dip Ed (UZim), B.Com (Hons) Mgmt &

Finance (Midlands State), MBA (National Univ of Science

& Tech)

Customer Relations Officer: Vacant

Tutor Coordinator: M Bam

Administrators: D Arendse BTech (CPUT)

M Orrie, ADM (Western Cape)

F Jasson, BA (Western Cape)

D Dowman

ENTREPRENEURSHIP DEVELOPMENT UNIT (EDU)

Coordinator: Vacant

AFRICAN CENTRE FOR CITIZENSHIP & DEMOCRACY (ACCEDE)

Director/Professor: L Thompson, BA (CAPE TOWN), BA (Hons), MA

(Rhodes), PhD (Western Cape)

Administrator: Vacant

ECONOMICS

Professors: *LJ Loots, BCom (RAU), BCom (Econ) (Hons) (RAU),

DDE (Cantab)

Associate Professors: Rena, BA (Kakatiya), MA (Econ) (Osmania), BED

(Annamalai), MPhil (Osmania), LLB (Kakatiya), PhD

(Osmania) Cum Laude

Senior Lecturers: TO Ajilore, BSc (Obafemi Awolowo), MSc (Econ)

(Obafemi Awolowo), PhD (Obafemi Awolowo)

Lecturers: E Makaudze, BSc (UZ), MSc (Agric Econ) (Texas A & M),

MA (OSU), PhD (OSU)

M Moses, BCom, BCom (Econ) (Hons), MCom (Econ)

(Western Cape)

A Bayat, BA (Cape Town), BEcon (Econ) (Hons) (Western

Cape), MA (Econ) (William's College)

KCD Yu, BBA (South Africa), BEcon (Hons), MEcon

(Stellenbosch)

C Christians, BSc (Physio) (Cape Town), BEcon (Hons)

(Western Cape)

Undergraduate Administrator: C Dilgee

Secretary: N Mhlongo, BA (Cape Town), (PDOM) (Cape Town)

Administrative Assistant: C Arnold

INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY

Professor: F Abrahams, BEcon, BCom (Hons) (Cum Laude), MEcon

(Western Cape), DCom (South Africa), Registered

Industrial Psychologist with the Health Profession Council

of South Africa (HPCSA)

Associate Professor: Vacant

Senior Lecturers: *LA Bosman, BEcon (Hons), MEcon (Stellenbosch), Hons

B (B&A) (Stellenbosch), DCom (UPE), P/G Dipl (Adv

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Labour Law) (RAU) Registered Industrial Psychologist

(HPCSA)

K Heslop, BA (Hons) (Psychology UND), BAdmin (Hons)

(Ind Relations); BAdmin (Hons) (Ind Psychology);

MAdmin (Ind Psych), (Cum Laude) (UDW), Registered

Industrial Psychologist (HPCSA), Registered Chartered

Human Resource Practitioner (SABPP)

R Jano, BCom (Hons), MCom (Western Cape),

Registered Industrial Psychologist (HPCSA), Registered

Master HR: Educator and Training (SABPP)

Lecturers: D Hamman-Fisher, NDipl (HR and Bus Econ) (Cape

Peninsula UT), BAdmin (Hons) (Western Cape), MA

(Western Cape)

M du Plessis, BA (Stellenbosch), BA (Hons) (Western

Cape)

R Oliver, BCom (Hons), MCom (Western Cape)

Marks Administrator: K Hendricks, BA, B Com (Hons) (Western Cape)

Secretary: D Ferrus, BA, BA (Hons) (Western Cape)

INFORMATION SYSTEMS

Professor: *LCH Fourie, BA, BTh, MTh, LTh, DTh (Stellenbosch),

MBA (Potchefstroom)

Senior Lecturers: Z Mitrovic, MCom (IM) (Western Cape), DTech (Cape

Peninsula UT)

JK Njenga, BSc (Computer Science) (Nairobi); MCom (IM)

(Western Cape), PhD (Western Cape)

Lecturers: G Hearn BInst-Agrar Hons (Pretoria), BSc for (Silviculture)

US (MSAIF)

Dept Administrator: C Cebindevu, BAdmin (Western Cape), BA (Hons)

(UKZN)

Post-grad Administrator: W Mwaba, BA (North West)

Undergrad Administrator: A Mujawamilya, BCom (Western Cape), BCom (Hons)

(Western Cape), MPhil (Population Studies) (Western Cape)

LAW FACULTY

Mercantile Law and Labour Law

Head of Department: Prof. MS Wandrag, B Luris, LLM (Free State), LLM

(Canbtab),

Adv of High Court of SA

Professors: D Du Toit, BA, LLB (Cape Town), LLD (Leiden), Prof

Emeritus (Western Cape), Attorny of the High Court of SA

ED Malherbe, BA, LLB, LLM (Stellenbosch), LLD

(Western Cape)

MS Wandrag, B Luris, LLB, LLM (Free State), LLM

(Cantab), Adv of High Court of SA

Senior Lecturers: GF Kotze, BA, LLB, LLM (Stellenbosch), Adv of High

Court of SA

Lecturers: E Huysamen, LLB, LLM (Cum Laude) (Stellenbosch),

Attorny of the High Court of SA

P Koornhof BA, LLB, LLM (Stellenbosch), Attorny of the

High Court of SA

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F Moosa, B Proc, LLB (Western Cape), LLM (Cape Town),

Attorny of the High Court of SA

Employment Law: P S Bolton, BProc, LLB, LLM (Western Cape), Advocate of

the High Court of SA

Company Law: G F Kotze, BA, LLB, LLM (Stellenbosch), Advocate of the

High Court of SA

Social Security Law: A von Zelewski, First & Second State Examinations in Law

(Germany), Attorney of the High Court of SA

B Conradie

Public Law: K Chinnian-Kester, BA, LLB, LLM (Western Cape)

POLITICAL STUDIES

Professor: L Piper PhD (Cambridge)

J Pretorius, PhD (Cambridge)

Extra-ordinary Senior Lecturer: B von Lieres, BA (Hons), MA (Witwatersrand), DPhil

(University of Essex)

KA Gottschalk, BA (Hons) (Cape Town)

T Luescher-Mamashela PhD (Cape Town)

Senior Lecturer *C Africa (PhD) (Cape Town)

Lecturer: MK Bafo, BAdmin (Hons) (Western Cape)

GC van Rooyen, BAdmin (Hons) (Western Cape)

R Leith, BA (Hons) (Pretoria)

S Kuo, PhD (Rhodes)

Associate Lecturer: JM Hoskins, BA; BProc, LLB, LLM (Western Cape)

Administrator: Nadia Jansen

MATHEMATICS AND APPLIED MATHEMATICS

Dept Chairperson: Prof RL Fray, MSc (Western Cape), MSc, (Stellenbosch),

PhD (Stellenbosch)

Admin Assistant: GL Hendricks, DipExSecr (Bellv Acad/Boston House)

Professors: RL Fray, MSc (Western Cape), MSc (Stellenbosch), PhD

(Stellenbosch)

PJ Witbooi, MSc (Western Cape), PhD (Cape Town)

Associate Professors: F Benyah, PhD (Western Australia, Perth)

Extra-Ordinary Profs: J Key, MPHIL, PhD (London)

Senior Lecturers: N Marcus, BSc (Hons) (South Africa), PhD (Cape Town)

E Mwambene, Drrernat (Vienna)

K Patidar, PhD (IIT Kanpur, India)

Lecturers: M Mdekazi, MSc (Wisconsin), MSc (Cape Town)

MR Omar, HDE, PhD (Cape Town)

W Fish, HDE, MSc (Math Ed) (South Africa), MSc (Cape

Town), PhD (Western Cape)

M Mohlala, PhD (Howard University)

Senior Officer: MG Salasa, BSc (Hons) (Western Cape)

B May, BSc, HDE, Bed (Western Cape)

A Taylor, BSc, HDE (Western Cape)

Officers: F Karriem, MSc (Western Cape)

J Wyngaardt, BSc(Hons)(Western Cape)

Administrative Assistant: GL Hendricks, (Dip EX Secr) (Bellv Acad/Boston House)

STATISTICS

Dept Chairperson: Prof RJ Blignaut, BSc (RAU), MSc (Cape Town), PhD

(Pretoria)

Admin Assistant: L Selbourne, BTh (Urbanium University-Rome)

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Professors: C Koen, PhD (Cape Town), PhD (Rand Afrikaans

University)

D Kotze, DCom (Stellenbosch), MSc (South Africa), MBL

(South Africa)

Associate Professor: RJ Blignaut, BSc (RAU), MSc (Cape Town), PhD (Pretoria)

Extraordinary Prof: R Shell, PhD (Yale)

Senior Lecturers: H Doctor, PhD, MA (Demography) (Pennsylvania

University)

G Tati, PhD (Univ of Bristol), DEA (Univ of Paris,

Pantheon-Sorbonne), MSc (IFORD), Maitrise (Univ of

Congo), Licence (Univ of Congo)

Lecturers: A Latief, MSc (Western Cape)

N Stiegler, DEA, Institut d'etudes demographiques universté

de Bordeaux Maitrise and Licence, Universté montesquieu

Bordeaux IV

Chief Officers: N Makapela, MSc (Western Cape)

L Corker, BSc (Hons), MCom (Western Cape), MSc (Cape

Town)

Senior Officer: R Lombard, MSc (Western Cape)

SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT

Acting Director/Senior Professor: CJJ Mphaisha, BA (Merit) (Zambia), MPA, PhD,

(Pittsburgh)

Professor: L Thompson, BA (Stellenbosch), MA (Rhodes), PhD

(Western Cape)

G Ruiters, MA (Wits University), PhD (Johns Hopkins,

USA)

Extra-ordinary Professor: JJ Williams BA, BA (Hons), HED (Cum Laude), MA

(UWC), MUP (Master of Planning), PhD (U Illinois at

Urbana-Champaign, USA)

CJJ Mphaisha, BA (Merit) (Zambia), MPA, PhD

(Pittsburgh)

Associate Professor: MV Esau, BAdmin (Hons), MAdmin, PhD (Western Cape)

I Ille, BEd (Hons) (University of Ibadan) (Nigeria), MPA,

(University of the North), PhD (Public Affairs) (University

of Pretoria)

Senior Lecturer: G Davids, PhD

L Pretorius, PGD in Econ, Adv Dipl in Educ, HDE, BA

(Cape Town), MA (Cape Town), PhD (Western Cape)

G Ruiters,

Admin Officer: F Hendricks Secretarial Diploma (Todds Commercial

College)

Librarian: N Seymour

Training Division Manager: E Hamza, BAdmin (Hons) (Western Cape)

Administrator: V Haywood, PGDG (Western Cape)

Finance Manager: AD Roman, BA (Western Cape), HDE (Western Cape), BCom

(Hons) (Western Cape)

Administrator: B Du Plessis

T Van Harte

P/G Programme Coordinator: I Ille, BEd (Hons) (University of Ibadan) (Nigeria), MPA,

(University of the North), PhD (Public Affairs) (University

of Pretoria)

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Senior P/G Administrator: L Festers

P/G Administrator: B Maart

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION: SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT U/G PROGRAMME

Professor: CJJ Mphaisha, BA (Merit) (Zambia), MPA, PhD,

(Pittsburgh)

Associate Proffessor: MV Esau, BAdmin (Hons) (Western Cape), MAdmin

(Western Cape), PhD (Western Cape)

I Ille, Bed (Hons) (University of Ibadan) Nigeria, MPA,

(University of the North), PhD (Public Affairs) (Pretoria)

Senior Lecturer U/G Programme

Coordinator: GJ Davids, BA (Western Cape), BA (Hons) Dev

(Stellenbosch), Phd (Western Cape), PMD (Harvard), CIFE

(IIAP-France)

U/G Programme Administrator: L Eyssen

INSTITUTE FOR POVERTY, LAND AND AGRARIAN STUDIES (PLAAS)

DST/NRF Research Chair/Sen Prof: B Cousins, BA (South Africa), DPhil (Zim)

Director /Prof: A du Toit, MA (Stellenbosch), PhD (Essex)

Associate Professors: M Hara, MSc (Humberside), PhD (Western Cape)

R Hall, BSocSc (Hons) (Cape Town), MPhil (Oxford) DPhil

(Sussex)

Senior Researcher: G Paradza, MSc(Zim), PhD (Wageningen)

B Tapela, MA (Pretoria), MPhil (Western Cape)

Senior Lecturer/Researcher: M Isaacs, MPhil, PhD (Western Cape)

Researchers: K Kleinbooi, BA (Soc Work) (Stellenbosch), MPhil

(Western Cape)

D Neves, BA (Hons), MA (Rhodes)

O Ukpabi, MA (Amsterdam), MPhil (Cape Town)

C Hakizimana, BTh (Hons), MDevStud (KwaZulu-Natal)

Research Iterns: D Chikazunga, MSc (Zimbabwe)

M Ngubane, MA (Free State)

A Okunlola, MA (Western Cape)

Administrative Manager: U Arends, BA (Hons), MA (Western Cape), Dip Adult Ed

(Cape Town)

Financial Manager: I Cilliers, BCom (Pret) BComp (Hons) CTA (South Africa),

CA (SA) (PAAB)

Finance Officer: F Oeja, Dip Fin Acc (Varsity College)

Finance Officer: D Delpaul, Nat Dipl (Internal Auditing), (Cape Peninsula

UT)

Information & Communications Officer: R Pointer, BJourn (Rhodes)

Senior Administrator (Events Man): T Warries, Sec.Dipl (Maurice), Pub Rel Cert (Damelin)

Senior Administrator (P/G Prog): C Henry, BCom (Western Cape)

Secretary J Lyner, BA (Wetsern Cape), Secr Dipl (Collingwood)

Office Assistant: B Mtolo, BA (Hons) (Weatern Cape)

Senior Student Assistant: N Ntloko, BA (Hons) (Western Cape)

Fair Share Division Manager T Khaile, PGD in Public Management, (Witwatersrand),

MA (Witwatersrand)

F Miso, BA, BA (Hons) (Western Cape)

L Faulmann, (Certificate) (Western Cape)

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AFRCIAN CENTRE FOR CITIZENSHIP AND DEMOCRACY

The African Centre for Citizenship & Democracy (ACCEDE) was established in 1990 to:

Research and disseminate findings on southern African issues, particularly those of a social,

economic, and political nature;

Educate South Africans in regional and international relations through appropriate academic and

Adult Education courses;

Raise public awareness of southern African questions through conferences, symposia, and

workshops.

The ACCEDE’s establishment was motivated by a concern that regional and international issues have

traditionally been held outside the domain of South Africa’s majority and that the history of domination,

conflict, and aggression, which has characterised relations between South Africa and its neighbours in the

past, requires:

The conduct of research in South Africa relevant to the construction of a peace-oriented, non-

militaristic, non-hegemonic cooperative order in southern Africa after apartheid.

An analysis of current and future problems from the point of view of promoting a new type of

regional role for a democratic South Africa.

SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT

The mission of the School of Government at the University of the Western Cape is to contribute to the

development of policies, institutions, and practices of democratic governance by means of:

the production of appropriately educated and trained elected officials and administrators;

the production of knowledge through research which will inform policy making in the spheres of

governance and administration;

the promotion of the values of democratic accountability, social equity, ethical conduct,

transparency, responsiveness and representativeness as key dimensions of the process of political

and administrative transformation in South Africa.

to broaden the School’s target groups to include a greater number of students, particularly black

students and women, who possess practical experience not only in the public service but in other

related sectors (NGOs, Unions, CBOs etc.);

to give the School’s programmes a more relevant practical orientation in addition to theoretical

and descriptive understanding and knowledge;

to introduce new forms of teaching and learning methodologies, that are innovative, interactive

and experiential in focus, and designed to stimulate critical thinking and problem solving; and

to use more varied and imaginative assessment procedures, designed to test practical skills and

competencies as well as theoretical and descriptive knowledge.

INSTITUTE FOR POVERTY, LAND AND AGRARIAN STUDIES (PLAAS)

Vision and Mission

PLAAS engages in research, training, policy development and advocacy in relation to land and agrarian

reform, rural governance and natural resource management.

PLAAS is committed to social change that empowers the poor, builds democracy, and enhances

sustainable livelihoods. Gender equity is integral to these goals.

PLAAS aims for rigour in its scholarship, excellence in its training, and effectiveness in its policy

support and advocacy. It strives to play a critical yet constructive role in processes of social, economic,

and political transformation.

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FAIR SHARE

Fair Share is a unit of the School of Government, at the University of the Western Cape. Within the

School of Government’s broad vision of fostering democratic and effective governance, Fair Share is the

unit that works primarily within communities to assist civil society organisations to participate in

municipal governance. The focus of our work is to strengthen the capacity of communities to participate

effectively in municipal planning and budgeting processes.

A meaningful participation of communities in municipal planning and budgeting processes has been a

key focus of Fair Share’s programmes since its inception. Through its two main programmes, i.e.

Certificate in Economic Development and the Local Government Partnership Programme, Fair Share has

developed various capacity building interventions for communities, community organisations, ward

committees, municipal councillors, municipal officials and a broad range of non-governmental

organisations.

Programmes

Local Economic Development (LED)

The Local Economic Development Programme is line with the mission of the School of Government and

in particular that of Fair Share which is aimed at strengthening the capacity of community leaders to play

a meaningful role in local governance. It is presented as a qualification as well as separate stand alone

course. The programme is at National Qualification Framework Level 5.

Certificate in Economic development (CED)

The CED is an accredited programme offered at National Qualifications Framework Level 5. It was

designed to meet the demand for street economists who are able to assist their organizations and

communities to participate in economic development processes of their communities.

The CED strives to, in a focused and in-depth programme delivered over a period of one year. It utilizes

contracted experienced facilitators from and outside Fair Share. The CED is offered through both an on-

site learning as well as a distance education model utilizing adult education principles and methods. A

central aspect of the delivery is that participants are required to apply their learning in their community

and organisational contexts.

Participants are recruited from the Limpopo, KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, Western and North West

provinces. Most of our participants are from community-based organizations, non-governmental

organizations and from municipalities. To date, since 2003 177 students have participated in the CED.

Research and Publications

To ensure that our work is constantly responding to the changing needs in the various contexts where we

work, on-going research is critical. The research agenda is thus shaped by the needs emerging from the

various programmes and projects. Accordingly, publications are regularly produced to inform and

educate ourselves and community organizations on matters of local government and broad range of social

and economic development issues.

Our main publication is Partnership in Action. This publication is used for among other things to share

with our partners and communities the valuable insights and lessons we made from working with

communities. It is produced quarterly and highlights our collective reflection of our work.

Advanced Diploma in Public Administration

The ADPA is a South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) accredited qualification at National

Qualifications Framework (NQF) level 6.

The ADPA is aimed at those already working in government, municipalities and development

organisations in South Africa and other developing countries. It is targeted in particular at those who

aspire to advance to senior positions within govwernment, municipalities and development sectors.

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THE ENTREPRENEURSHIP DEVELOPMENT UNIT (EDU)

The Entrepreneurship Development Unit is located in the School of Business and Finance (SBF) at the

University of the Western Cape.

The mission of the Entrepreneurship Development Unit is to promote enterprise development focusing

on the SME sector, including building the capacity of existing businesses to take advantage of linkage

opportunities within the local economy. Furthermore, through the provision of specific training and

counselling support/consulting services, its goal is to equip entrepreneurs (both students and SME

owners) to be able to manage more effectively and efficiently. The Unit seeks to work in partnership with

organizations strategically placed to promote economic growth and development within the South

African context.

The specific aims are:

to coordinate research, training and consulting which focuses on the SME (small, medium

enterprises) sector

to coordinate and grow a practical project for final year undergraduate students of the School

of Business and Finance (SBF) which gives them the opportunity to earn credits by

completing a project for a large firm or providing a business consultancy service to a small or

micro enterprise

to partner the School of Business and Finance (SBF) in developing and teaching a specialized

Enterprise Development stream in its honours programme. This stream will provide the

training required by SME entrepreneurs to enable them to professionalize, develop and grow

their operations, and by graduates keen to work with NGOs, financial institutions, etc. in

providing management, financial, consultancy and other support to the SME sector

to provide consultancy services and develop sustainable relationships with the business

community

to develop and present short courses to address particular business/ organizational

requirements and

to develop, coordinate and teach a range of certificated courses and Management

Development Programmes, either as stand-alone programmes or in conjunction with other

units in the Faculty.

EMS STUDENT SUPPORT AND RESEARCH UNIT (ESSRU)

In an attempt to improve student throughput, the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences (EMS)

started a Student Tracking Pilot Project in August 2006. The primary aim was to explore methodologies

to improve academic performance as well as putting a structure in place that will assist struggling

students to cope with their academic work during their first year of study. This resulted in the founding of

the EMS Student Support and Research Unit (ESSRU).

The ESSRU’s One by One (ObO) Support Programme encompasses the overarching operational

structure. They serve first year students through regular newsletters, news flashes, brochures, life skills

workshops and a Face book page. One of their core values is to establish relationships and partnerships

with those departments and units on campus that can assist them to proactively serve the students to the

best of their ability.

The ESSRU Voluntary Tutoring programme called “Pay-it-forward” is a student-led programme that

started as a project in 2007. Up to twenty students have over the past three years signed up as volunteers

each year. They assist students with the quantitative modules offered in the B Com Four Year

Programme. The ESSRU also empower tutors with skills like goal-setting, teamwork and how to present

effectively.

For more information please refer to the faculty’s website.

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RULES FOR PROGRAMMES

BACHELOR OF ADMINISTRATION DEGREE - (BAdmin) (1011) (3yrs-f/time)

D.1 ADMISSION

Unless Senate decides otherwise, candidates will be required to meet the following criteria to be enrolled

for the degree: Bachelor of Administration

D.1.1 Admission requirements for applicants who matriculated from 2008

(a) The National Senior Certificate for Bachelor’s Degree study with 4 designated subjects at a

rating of 4, plus a score of no less than 30 points calculated according to the University’s

approved points system, as well as the following specific subject requirements:

Level 4 (50-59%) in English (home or 1st additional language).

Level 3 (40-49%) in Another language (home or 1st additional language)

Level 3 (40-49%) in Mathematics or

Level 5 (60-69%) in Mathematics Literacy

(b) Students will be required to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT).

OR

(c) A qualification or level of competence which the Senate of the University has deemed to be

equivalent to the requirements stipulated in (a) and (b) above.

D.1.2 Admission requirements for applicants who matriculated before 2008

(a) No person shall be admitted as a candidate for the BAdmin degree unless he/she has obtained

the Matriculation Certificate or an Exemption certificate thereof with an aggregate of at least a

D (50%).

(b) Students will be required to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT). Please visit the

website: www.nbt.ac.za for further information.

OR



D. 2 SELECTION

As only a limited number of students can be admitted to the programme, applicants will be subject to a

selection procedure.

D.3 DURATION

Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration of the programme shall extend over three years of full-time

study.


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D.4 CURRICULUM

D.4.1 Level 1

Module Name Alpha Code Cred

Compulsory

Group 1

Political Studies 131 POL131 15

Public Administration 131 PUA131 15

South African Politics and Government 132 GOV132 15

Academic Literacy for Commerce 131 ALC131 15

Information Systems 132 IFS132 15

Group 2 (select 1 module)

Quantitative Literacy for Commerce 141 QLC141 15

Quantitative Skills for Comm. 131 QSC131 15

Electives (select 2 modules to the value of 30 credits)

Financial Accounting 143 FIA143 15

Business Statistics 132 BUS132 15

Economics 134 ECO134 15

Industrial Psychology 132 IPS132 15

Management 132 MAN132 15

Statistics 142 STA142 15

Sub-total 120

D.4.2 Level 2


Compulsory









Electives (select 1 group)

Group 1





Group 2





Group 3



Group 4 (Management)





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Group 5 (SME Management)





Sub-total 120

D.4.3 Level 3

Option 1 (select both groups)


Group 1





Group 2





Option 2 (select 1 group from option 1 and one group from option 2)


Group 1 (if not selected in option 1)










Group 3

Compulsory



Electives (select 2 modules)






Group 4





Group 5



Group 6





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Group 7





Group 8





Group 9 (SME Management – for BAdmin, and non-EMS students)





Sub-total 120

TOTAL 360

D.5 ASSESSMENT

Assessment is governed by Rule A.5 as stipulated in the University Calendar: General Information Part 1

D.6 PROMOTION RULES

Unless Senate decides otherwise and subject to rule A.3.2.3 or otherwise provided in Faculty rules:

D.6.1 Level 1

D.6.1.1 A student is required to pass at least 30 credits (to proceed) in the 1st year of registration and

90 credits per annum thereafter to be promoted.

D.6.1.2 After one year of study, a student must have passed Academic Literacy for Commerce

(ALC131/132) and Quantitative Literacy for Commerce (QLC141/142) or Quantitative

Skills for Commerce (QSC131/132).

D.6.1.3 A student shall be promoted to the 2nd year of study on obtaining at least 90 credits.

D.6.1.4 After two years of study a student must have passed all 1st year level modules (120 credits) in

order to promote.

D.6.2 Level 2

D.6.2.1 A student shall be promoted to the 3rd year of study on obtaining at least 210 credits.

D.6.2.2 After three years of study a student must have passed all 2nd year level modules in order to

promote.

D.6.3 Level 3

D.6.3.1 A student shall complete the degree once 360 credits are obtained and all the requirements for

the degree are met.

D.6.3.2 Final promotions are done according to the rules applicable to the degree at the date of first

enrolment, provided that the student continues to promote.

D.6.3.3 The latest rules applicable to the degree will be applied (the following year) when further

admission was refused or when a student has interrupted his/her studies.

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D.7 ADVANCE REGISTRATION

D.7.1 A student who has not promoted to the 2nd year of study shall not be allowed to register for

more than 100 credits for the year, including all the outstanding 1st year credits, provided all

the prerequisites and co-requisites are met.

D.7.2 A student who has not promoted to the 3rd year of study shall not be allowed to register for



D.8 RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION

The renewal of registration will be governed by Rule A.3.2.3, as stipulated in the University Calendar:

General Information Part 1 or otherwise provided in Faculty rules:

D.9 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PROGRAMME

D.9.1 No full-time student shall be allowed to enrol for more than 135 credits in any year of study;

D.9.2 The total credit value may only exceed 360 with the permission of Senate;

D.9.3 No student shall be allowed in any year of study to enrol for any combination of modules in

which there are class and examination timetable clashes.

D.9.4 Transferring to BCom Degree

The following requirements are compulsory for students wishing to change from the BAdmin to the

BCom Degree:

D.9.4.1 A pass in 75 of the 90 compulsory BAdmin 1st year credits

D.9.4.2 Passed at least 105 credits in the first year of enrolment full-time or in two years part-time

enrolment

D.9.4.3 To register for Business Statistics 132 AND all remaining BCom modules in consultation with the curriculum advisor.

D.9.5 Major Subjects

Unless the Senate determines otherwise:

D.9.5.1 Each curriculum shall have a minimum of 60 third year level credits in Public Administration

or Political Studies and

D.9.5.2 A minimum of 60 third year level credits from one of the following:

Industrial Psychology

Economics

Political Studies and/or Public Administration

Management or SME Management

Information Systems

D.9.5.3 Each curriculum must include at least two second year majors and one other second year level

subject.

D.9.6 No student shall be allowed to enrol for a module if this contravenes departmental prerequisite

rules.

D.9.7 To register for Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC 131/132) or Business Statistics

(BUS131/132) a pass in one of the following is required:

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HG (40%) in Mathematics or

SG (50%) in Mathematics

D.9.8 To register for Economics (ECO133/134) a pass in QSC is required

D.9.9 ECO331, ECO332 and ECO311 are required for entry into Honours in Economics

D.9.10 If a particular module (providing it is not a compulsory module) has less than 15 students registered at the start of the academic year, the department has the authority to cancel that module.

D.9.11 Students do not require a pass in Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC131/132) or Mathematics (MA126) to register for MAN231, 233, 201, and 206.

D.9.12 SME Management is recommended for students planning on working for government agencies in advising or supporting SME’s.

D.9.13 Students registering for SME Management require 60% average for MAN201, 206, 231 and 233 at the first attempt to major in Management at 3

rd year level.

D.9.14 Students who do not get 60% may register for SME Management at 3rd

year level but may not be able to continue to Honours level in Management.

BACHELOR OF ADMINISTRATION DEGREE - (BAdmin) (1018) (4yrs-p/time)

D.10 ADMISSION


for the degree: Bachelor of Administration










OR




(a) No person shall be admitted as a candidate for the BAdmin degree unless he/she has obtained

the Matriculation Certificate or an Exemption certificate thereof with an aggregate of at least a

D (50%).

(b) Students will be required to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT). Please visit the

website: www.nbt.ac.za for further information.

OR


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D.11 SELECTION



D.12 DURATION

Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration of the programme shall extend over four years of part-time

study.

D.13 CURRICULUM

D.13.1 Level 1


Compulsory

Group 1

Academic Literacy for Commerce (ALC) 131 ALC131 15




Quantitative Skills for Commerce 131(Maths Level 4 required) QSC131 15




Sub-total 60

D.13.2 Level 2

Module Name

Compulsory

Group 1




Group 2 (select 1 module previously not selected)








Sub-total 75

D.13.3 Level 3


Compulsory







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Group 1





Group 2





Group 3

Information Systems 231 IFS 231 20


Group 4





Sub-total 120

D.13.4 Level4

Option 1 (select both groups)


Group 1





Group 2





Option 2 (select 1 group from option 1 and one group from option 2)












Group 3

Compulsory





Economics 311 (compulsory for Hons in ECO) ECO311 15


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Group 4





Group 5



Group 6





Group 7





Group 8





Sub-total 120

TOTAL 360

D.14 ASSESSMENT


D.15 PROMOTION RULES

Unless Senate decides otherwise and subject to rule A.3.2.3 or otherwise provided in Faculty rules:

D.15.1 A student is required to pass at least 30 credits (to proceed) in the 1st year of registration and

60 credits per annum thereafter in order to promote.

D.15.2 After two years of study, a student must have passed Academic Literacy for Commerce

(ALC131/132) and Quantitative Literacy for Commerce (QLC141/142) or Quantitative Skills

for Commerce (QSC131/132).

D.15.3 After three years of enrolment passed all 1

st year level modules.

D.15.4 After five years of enrolment passed all 2

nd year level modules.

D.15.5 A student shall be promoted to the 2nd

year of study on obtaining at least 90 credits.

D.15.6 A student shall be promoted to the 3rd


D.15.7 A student shall complete the degree once 360 credits are obtained and all the requirements for

the degree are met.

D.15.8 Final promotions are done according to the rules applicable to the degree at the date of first


D.15.9 The latest rules applicable to the degree will be applied when further admission was refused or when a student has interrupted his/her studies.

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After Hours students will be allowed to register in advance, provided they meet the prerequisites and co-

requisites of the intended modules and provided that modules are offered after-hours in a particular

academic year.


The renewal of registration will be governed by Rule A.3.2.3, as stipulated in the University Calendar:

General Information Part 1 or otherwise provided in Faculty rules:


D.18.1 Part-time students may register for no more than 90 credits in any year or 50 more credits in a single semester.

D.18.2 Each student should register for a minimum of 60 credits per annum in order to complete in the maximum period allowed;

D.18.3 Part-time students may register for no more than 90 credits in any year or 50 more credits in a

single semester.

D.18.4 Students transferring from full-time studies are required to follow the curriculum offered during evening classes.

D.18.5 Transferring to BCom Degree

The following requirements are compulsory for students wishing to change from the BAdmin to the

BCom Degree:

D.18.5.1 A pass in 75 of the 90 compulsory BAdmin 1st year credits

D.18.5.2 Passed at least 105 credits in the first year of enrolment full-time or in two years part-time

enrolment

D.18.5.3 To register for Business Statistics 132 AND all remaining BCom modules in consultation with the curriculum advisor.

D.18.6 Major Subjects

Unless the Senate determines otherwise:

D.18.6.1 Each curriculum shall have a minimum of 60 third year level credits in Public Administration

or Political Studies and

D.18.6.2 A minimum of 60 third year level credits from one of the following:

Industrial Psychology

Economics

Political Studies and/or Public Administration

Management

Information Systems

D.18.6.3 Each curriculum must include at least two second year majors and one other second year level

subject.


rules.

D.18.8 To register for Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC) 131/132 or Business Statistics a pass

in one of the following is required:

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D.18.9 To register for Economics (ECO133/134) a pass in Quantitative Skills for Commerce

(QSC131/132) is required



D.18.12 Students do not require a pass in Quantitative Skills for Commerce or Mathematics to register for MAN231, MAN233, MAN201, and MAN206.

D.18.13 SME Management is recommended for students planning on working for government agencies in advising or supporting SME’s.

D.18.14 Students registering for SME Management require 60% average for MAN201, MAN206, MAN231 and MAN233 at the first attempt to major in Management at 3

rd year level.

D.18.15 Students who do not get 60% may register for SME Management at 3rd

year level but may not be able to continue to Honours level in Management.

BACHELOR OF COMMERCE DEGREE - (BCom) (1008) (3 yrs- f/time)

D.19 ADMISSION


for the degree: Bachelor of Commerce







Level 4 (50-59%) in Mathematics

(b) Students will be required to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT)

OR




(a) Candidates must have obtained a Matriculation Certificate or an exemption certificate thereof

or an equivalent qualification with an aggregate of at least a C (60%) with the following

subject requirements:

HG (40%, E symbol) Mathematics or

SG (60%, C symbol) Mathematics and


OR

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D.20 SELECTION



D.21 DURATION

Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration of the programme shall extend over three years of full-time

study.

D.22 CURRICULUM

D.22.1 Level 1

D.22.2 Level 2

Compulsory - (Select 3 groups to the value of 40 credits each) Alpha Code Cred

Group 1



Group 2




Econometrics 211 ECO211 10

Group 3

Internal Auditing 241 AUD241 10


Management Accounting 241 MAC241 10

Financial Management 242 FIM242 10


Compulsory

Group 1 (select all modules)






Group 2 (select 1 sub-group)

Group 2.1


Group 2.2 (select both modules)

Macro Economics 141 ECO141 10

Micro Economics 142 ECO142 10


Quantitative Skills for Commerce 131 QSC131 15 Mathematics 126 (EMS) MAM126 10 Electives (select 1 module) Students who choose MAM126 and FIA142 are required to choose 2 electives)

Industrial Psychology 132 IPS132 15 Financial Accounting 142 FIA142 10 Mercantile Law 102 MER102 15

Statistics 121 (only for students wishing to major in Statistics) STA121 15

Sub-total 115-130

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Group 4





Group 5



Group 6





Group 7




Group 8.1

Mercantile Law 221 MCR221 10

Business Ethics 242 BET242 10

Company Law 211 CPL211 10

Taxation 242 TAX242 10

Group 8.2

Business Analysis201 BSA201 10

Business Analysis203 BSA203 10

Business Analysis 204 BSA204 10

Business Analysis 202 BSA202 10

Sub-total 120

D.22.3 Level 3

Module Name - Select 2 groups (majors) (2 X 60 = 120) Alpha Code Cred

Group 1

Compulsory



Electives (select 1 sub-group)

Group1.1



Group 1.2



Group 2 (Finance)





Group 3



Group 4





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Group 5 (Management)





Group 6 (Finance)

Compulsory




Electives (Select 1 module)



Group 7 (Select 2 modules)




Group 8



Group 9




Sub-total 120

Total 355-370

D.23 ASSESSMENT



Unless Senate decides otherwise and subject to rule A.3.2.3 or otherwise provided in Faculty rules.

D.24.1 Level 1

D.24.1.1 A student is required to pass at least 30 credits in the 1st year of registration and 90 credits per

annum thereafter (students are alerted that the cumulative credits are valid and that the 90

credits per annum are a guide for guaranteed promotion).


(ALC131/132) and Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC131/132).


D.24.1.4 After two years of study a student must have passed all 1st year level modules in order to

promote.

D.24.2 Level 2



promote.

D.24.3 Level 3


the degree are met.

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more than 100 credits for the year, which shall include all the outstanding 1st year credits,

provided all the prerequisites and co-requisites are met.


more than 100 credits for the year, which shall include all the outstanding 1st and 2nd year

credits, provided all the prerequisites and co-requisites are met.


The renewal of registration will be governed by the Rule A.3.2.3, as stipulated in the University

Calendar: General Information Part 1 or otherwise provided in faculty rules.


D.27.1 No full-time student shall be allowed to enrol for more than 135 credits in any year of study;.




D.27.4 Only students with Level 5 or HG (60%-C symbol) or SG (80%- A symbol) in mathematics

may register for Mathematics (MAM126).

D.27.5 Students who fail Academic Literacy for Commerce (ALC131) and/or Quantitative Skills for

Commerce (QSC132) or Mathematics (MAM126) in the 1st semester must repeat and pass

Academic Literacy for Commerce (ALC132) and/or Quantitative Skills for Commerce

(QSC132) in the 2nd

semester of 1st year to qualify for re-admission to 2

nd year.


rules.

D.27.7 To register for Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC131/132) or Business Statistics






(QSC131/132) is required


D.27.10 If a particular module (providing it is not a compulsory module) has less than 15 students

registered at the start of the academic year, the department has the authority to cancel that module.

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BACHELOR OF COMMERCE DEGREE - (BCom) (1101) (4yrs-p/time)

D.28 ADMISSION











OR





or an equivalent qualification with an aggregate of at least a C (60%) with the following



SG (50%, D symbol) Mathematics and

(b) Students will be required to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT) .

OR



D.29 SELECTION



D.30 DURATION

Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration of the programme shall extend over four years of part-time

study.

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D.31 CURRICULUM

D.31.1 Level 1


Compulsory



Quantitative Skills for Commerce 131 QSC131 15


Sub-total 60

D.31.2 Level 2


Compulsory




Electives (select 1 module)


Financial Accounting 142 (offered every alternate year from 2014) FIA142 10

Sub-total 60

D.31.3 Level 3

Module Name (select 3 groups to the value of 40 credits each) Alpha Code Cred

Group 1 (offered every alternate year from 2015)



Group 2





Group 3





Group 4





Group 5



Sub-total 120

D.31.4 Level 4

Module Name - Select 2 groups (majors) (2 X 60 = 120) Alpha Code Cred

Group 1 (See Honours requirements)

Compulsory



Electives (Choose 2 modules)



International Economics 335 ECO335 15

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Group 2

Compulsory








Group 3



Management 309 IST309 15


Group 4





Group 5



Sub-total 120

TOTAL 360

D.32 ASSESSMENT



Unless Senate decides otherwise and subject to rule A.3.2.3 or otherwise provided in Faculty rules.

D.33.1 A student is required to pass at least 30 credits in the 1st year of registration and 60 credits per

annum thereafter.

D.33.2 After two years of study, a student must have passed Academic Literacy for Commerce

(ALC131/132) and Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC131/132).

D.33.3 After three years of enrolment a student must have passed all 1st year level modules.

D.33.4 After five years of enrolment a student must have passed all 2nd

year level modules.






the degree are met.

D.33.8 Final promotions are done according to the rules applicable to the degree at the date of first enrolment, provided that the student continues to promote.

D.33.9 The latest rules applicable to the degree will be applied when further admission was refused or when a student has interrupted his/her studies.


Part-time students will be allowed to register in advance, provided they meet the prerequisites and co-

requisites of the intended modules, and provided that modules are offered after hours in a particular

academic year.

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Calendar: General Information Part 1 or otherwise provided in the Faculty rules.


D.36.1 Part-time students may register for no more than 90 credits in any year or 50 credits more in a single semester.





Commerce (QSC131) in the 1st semester must repeat and pass Academic Literacy for

Commerce (ALC132) and/or Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC132) to proceed with

studies.


rules.

D.36.6 To register for Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC131/132) or Business Statistics






(QSC131/132) is required.



BACHELOR OF COMMERCE DEGREE (EXTENDED CURRICULUM) – BCom (1751) (4 yrs-f/time)

D.37 ADMISSION












OR

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or an equivalent qualification with an aggregate of at least a D (50%) with the following





OR



D.38 SELECTION



D.39 DURATION

Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration of the programme shall extend over four years of full-time

study.

D.40 CURRICULUM

D.40.1 Level 1

D.40.1.1 Students who passed Mathematics (Level 3 or better)


Compulsory

Academic Literacy for Business 131 ALB131 15

Introduction to the Economy and Business 133 IEB133 15

Quantitative Skills Foundation 131 QSF131 15

Introduction to SA Accounting 130 ACC130 15

Introduction to Information Systems 131 IFS131 15




Sub-total 120

D.40.1.2 Students who passed Maths Literacy (Level 5 or better)


Compulsory

Group 1


Introduction to the Economy and Business 133 IEB133 15


Quantitative Skills Foundation 132 QSF132 15





Sub-total 120

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D.40.2 Level 2

D.40.2.1 Students who passed Mathematics (Level 3 or better)


Compulsory

Group 1

Intensive Reading and Writing IRF231 15

Analytical and Critical Thinking 1 ACF231 15





Group 2.1


Group 2.2



Group 3 (Select 1 module from)

Quantitative Analysis for Commerce QAC231 15




Mathematics 126 MAM126 10

Mercantile Law 102 MER102 15


Sub-total 120

D.40.2.2 Students who passed Maths Literacy (Level 5 or better)

D.40.3 Level 3

Module Name (select 3 groups) Alpha Code Cred

Group 1



Group 2






Group 1

Intensive Reading and Writing IRF231 15








Quantitative Analysis for Commerce 231 QAC231 15


Analytical and Critical Thinking ACF232 15

Sub-total 120

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Group 3





Group 4





Group 5



Group 6

Compulsory



Electives (select 1 sub group)

Group 6.1 (Management)



Group 6.2 (SME Management)



Group 7



Group 8





Sub-total 120

D.40.4 Level 4

Option A – Select 2 groups (majors) (2 X 60 = 120)


Group 1

Compulsory



Electives (select 1 of 2 sub-groups)

Group 1.1



Group 1.2



Group 2





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Group 3 Financial Accounting 341 FIA341 30 Financial Accounting 342 FIA342 30 Group 4 Industrial Psychology 331 IPS331 15 Industrial Psychology 333 IPS333 15 Industrial Psychology 335 IPS335 15 Industrial Psychology 337 IPS337 15 Group 5 Management 314 MAN314 15 Management 304 MAN304 15 Management 306 MAN306 15 Management 303 MAN303 15 Group 6 Management 314 MAN314 15 Management 304 MAN304 15 Management 305 MAN305 15 Electives (Select 1 module) Management 312 MAN312 15 Management 325 MAN325 15 Group 7 (select 2 modules) Statistics 331 STA331 30 Statistics 332 STA332 30 Statistics 333 (optional) STA333 30 Group 8 Information Systems 361 IFS361 30 Information Systems 362 IFS362 30 Group 9 Management Accounting 341 MAC341 15 Financial Management 342 FIM342 15 Taxation 343 TAX343 30

Sub-total 120

TOTAL 480

D.41 ASSESSMENT



Unless Senate decides otherwise and subject to rule A.3.2.3 or otherwise provided in the Faculty rules.

D.42.1 A student is required to pass at least 60 credits in the 1st year of registration and 90 credits per

annum thereafter.

D.42.2 After one year of study, a student must have passed Academic Literacy for Business

(ALB131/132) and Quantitative Literacy for Commerce (QLC141/1420 or Quantitative Skills

Foundation (QSF131/132)


year of study on obtaining at least 90 credits including

Academic Literacy for Business (ALB131/132) and Quantitative Literacy for Commerce

(QLC141/142) or Quantitative Skills Foundation (QSF131/132).



D.42.5 A student shall be promoted to the final year of study on obtaining at least 330 credits.


the degree are met.



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D.42.8 The latest rules applicable to the degree will be applied (the following year) when further


D.42.9 After 2 years of study a student must have passed all 1st year level modules

D.42.10 After 3 years of study a student must have passed all 2nd year level modules

D.42.11 After 5 years of study a student must have passed all 3rd year level modules


D.43.1 A student who has not promoted to the 2nd

year of study shall not be allowed to register for



D.43.2 A student who has not promoted to the 3rd




D.43.3 A student who has not promoted to the 4th






Calendar: General Information Part 1 or otherwise provided in the Faculty rules.


D.45.1 Students who passed the pre-enrolment exam for Quantitative Skills Foundation (QSF) before

the start of the academic year will enrol for Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC131) and

Business Statistics (BUS132). No module needs to be taken in place of QSF131.

D.45.2 Students who failed Quantitative Skills Foundation (QSF131) and/or Academic Literacy for

Business (ALB131) must register for and pass Quantitative Skills Foundation (QSF132) and

Academic Literacy for Business (ALB132) in the 2nd

semester to qualify for re-admission for

a 2nd

year of enrolment.

D.45.3 Students must have passed all 1st year level modules by the end of the 2

nd year to qualify for

readmission for the 3rd

year of enrolment.

D.45.4 Students who passed the pre-enrolment exam for Quantitative Literacy Skills (QLC) before

the start of the academic year will follow the curriculum under D.23.1.1

D.45.5 Students who passed Quantitative Literacy for Commerce (QLC141) (at first attempt) with a

final mark of at least 70% need not enrol for QSF131/132 and should register for Introduction

to SA Accounting (ACC130) and Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC132) in the 2nd

semester. If such student passes Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC132) at the first

attempt, s/he shall follow the curriculum under D.23.2.1 in the 2nd

year of enrolment.

Students are advised that it in their best interest to register for Quantitative Skills Foundation

(QSF) thereby setting a better foundation for Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC).

D.45.6 Students who failed Quantitative Literacy for Commerce (QLC141) and/or Academic

Literacy for Business (ALB131) must register for and pass Quantitative Literacy for

Commerce (QLC132) and/or Academic Literacy for Business (ALB132) in the 2nd

semester to

qualify for readmission for the 2nd

year of enrolment.

B.45.7 Students who fail (Introduction to the Economy and Business (IEB133) or Intensive Reading

and Writing (IRF231) and Analytical and Critical Thinking (ACF231) must repeat these

modules in the following semester.

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D.45.8 GOV132 is required for students majoring in Political Studies or Public Administration.

D.45.9 Students must have passed all Foundation modules by the end of the 3rd

year of enrolment to

qualify for readmission.

D.45.10 Students who change from BCom (ACC) 4-year programme will be required to register for

GOV132 as an additional module to make up 15 of the 30 credits short. If such student did

not pass MAN131/132 and ECO134 then the student would have to register for IEB133 as

well.

BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING) - (BCom) (Fin Acc) (1175)

D.46 ADMISSION


for the degree: Bachelor of Commerce (Financial Accounting)









OR





or an equivalent qualification with an aggregate of at least a D (50%) with the following





OR

(d) A qualification or level of competence which the Senate of the University has deemed to be


D.47 SELECTION



D.48 DURATION

Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration of the programme shall extend over three years Full-time

study.

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D.49 CURRICULUM

D.49.1 Level 1


Compulsory








Electives - Select 1 group

Group 1 (not offered in 2013)

Quantitative Skills for Finance 141 QSF141 10



Group 2


Principles of Economics 134 ECO134 15

Sub-total 130

D.49.2 Level 2

D.49.3 Level 3

D.50 ASSESSMENT



Compulsory




Auditing 241 AUD241 10







Sub-total 120


Financial Accounting 341 FIA 341 30






Sub-total 135

TOTAL 385

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Unless Senate decides otherwise and subject to rule A.3.2.3 or otherwise provided in the Faculty rules:

D.51.1 Level 1


annum thereafter.


(ALC131/132), Quantitative Skills for Finance (QSF141) or Quantitative Skills for Commerce

(QSC131/132) and Financial Accounting (FIA141).



promote.

D.51.2 Level 2



promote.

D.51.3 Level 3


the degree are met.










more than 100 credits for the year, which shall include all the outstanding 1st and 2nd year

credits, provided all the prerequisites and co-requisites are met.



Calendar: General Information Part 1 or otherwise provided in the Faculty rules:


D.54.1 Students who have obtained 60% or more for Financial Accounting 142 would have the

option to attend the Financial Accounting 132 summer school and, on obtaining a mark of

55% or more for the assessment at the conclusion of the summer school, would be able to

transfer to the B Com (Accounting) programme, if all other promotion criteria are met (passed

at least 105 credits in the first year of enrolment).

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BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (ACCOUNTING) DEGREE - (BCom Acc) (1021) (3 yrs-f/time)

D.55 ADMISSION


for the degree: Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)








Level 5 (60-69%) in Accounting (not required if student has Math at Level 5)


OR



D.55.2 Admission rules for applicants who matriculated prior to 2008

(a) Candidates must have obtained a Matriculation Exemption Certificate with a minimum of a

C-Aggregate (60%) in Grade 12 with the following subject requirements:

HG (50%) Mathematics or

SG (70%) Mathematics and

HG (50%) Accounting or

SG (70%) Accounting

OR


SG (80%) Mathematics (if Accounting was not taken as a matriculation subject)


OR



D. 56 SELECTION



D.57 DURATION

Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration of the programme shall extend over three years Full-time

study.

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D.58 CURRICULUM

D.58.1 Level 1

D.58.2 Level 2

D.58.3 Level 3

D.59 ASSESSMENT




D.60.1 After one year of enrolment; passed a total of at least 80 NQF credits, with a final mark of

55% or more for Financial Accounting (FIA132).

D.60.2 In every year thereafter passed a total of at least 90 NQF credits,


Compulsory










Sub-total 130


Compulsory





Accounting Information Applications 237 ACC237 10





Corporate and Financial Management 221 CFM221 10

Sub-total 120



Financial Management 324 FMA324 15




Sub-total 150

TOTAL 400

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D.60.3 Provided that after four years of enrolment the student has completed the degree;

D.60.4 Provided that after the second year of registration the student has passed all required 1st level

modules.





D.60.7 Students who do not meet the requirement as outlined in D.60.1 above, will be promoted to

the BCom (Financial Accounting) degree (2nd

enrolment), provided they passed at least 60

credits including a final mark of between 50% and 54% for Financial Accounting (FIA132).


There are no advance registration rules for this programme





D.63.1 To qualify for entry into the BCom (Accounting) degree, a first year BCom student shall have

passed at least 105 credits in the their first year of enrolment, with a final mark of 55% or

more in Financial Accounting 132 or its equivalent.

D.63.2 The following will be recognised as an internal equivalent: Obtaining a mark of 55% or more

for the assessment at the conclusion of a summer school. In order to qualify to attend the

summer school, a student must have obtained 60% or more for Financial Accounting 142.

D.63.3 A student will not be allowed to renew his/her registration for the following modules if he/she

failed to pass after two attempts:

Financial Accounting 131, 132 (The assessment at the end of the winter/summer school, as applicable to the module, is considered the second attempt opportunity. If a student

fails to utilise this opportunity he/she will waive the second attempt)

Financial Accounting 214, 225

Financial Accounting 324

Management Accounting 234

Corporate and Financial Management 221


Financial Management 324

Auditing 236

Auditing 322

Accounting Information Applications 237

Business Ethics 211

Taxation 228

Taxation 327

Academic Literacy for Commerce 131

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BACHELORS IN COMMERCE (ACCOUNTING) (EXTENDED CURRICULUM) (1753) ((4 yrs-f/time)

D.64 ADMISSION


for the degree: Bachelors in Commerce (Accounting) 4-year extended curriculum








Level 4 (50-59%) in Accounting (not required if student has Math at Level 4)


OR





D-Aggregate in Grade 12 with the following subject requirements:

HG (D – Symbol) Mathematics or

SG (C – Symbol) Mathematics and

HG (D – Symbol) Accounting or

SG (C – Symbol) Accounting

OR

HG (C _symbol) Mathematics or

SG (B – Symbol) Mathematics (if Accounting was not taken as a matriculation subject)


OR



D. 65 SELECTION



D.66 DURATION

Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration of the programme shall extend over four years full -time

study.

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D.67 CURRICULUM

D.67.1 Level 1

D.67.2 Level 2


Compulsory


Quantitative Analysis for Commerce QAC231 15

Intensive reading and Writing IRF231 15






Sub-total 120

D.67.3 Level 3


Compulsory



Accounting Information Applications 237 ACC237 10







Corporate and Financial Management 221 CFM221 10

Sub-total 120

D.67.4 Level 4


Compulsory






Sub-total 150

TOTAL 510


Compulsory


Quantitative Skills Accounting 131 QSA131 15







Sub-total 120

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D.68 ASSESSMENT



Unless Senate decides otherwise and subject to rule A.3.2.3 or otherwise provided in the Faculty rules.

D.69.1 After one year of enrolment; passed a total of at least 90 credits (45 of which must be degree

credits), including Academic Literacy for Business (ALB131), Quantitative Skills for

Accounting (QSA131) (or Quantitative Skills for Commerce 132 for repeats) and

introduction to SA Accounting (ACC130 or 131).

D.69.2 A student who passed at least 75 credits in the 1st year of enrolment but does not meet the

requirements of D.69.1 will be transferred to BCom Extended curriculum 2nd enrolment.

D.69.3 After the second year of enrolment passed 180 credits in total (90 of which must be degree

credits) including all 1st year level modules (D.69.1) and Financial Accounting 131 (or

equivalent) and Financial Accounting 132 with at least a final mark of 55%.

D.69.4 A student who passes at least 180 credits after two years of enrolment but has not met the

requirements of D.69.3 will be transferred to the BCom extended curriculum 3rd enrolment.

D.69.5 In every year thereafter passed a total of at least 80 NQF credits,

D.69.6 Provided that after five years of enrolment the student has completed the degree;






A student who had not promoted to the 2nd

year of study shall not be allowed to register for more than 90

credits for the year, which shall include all the outstanding 1st year credits, provided that all prerequisites

and co-requisites are met. The student would be permitted to register for 2nd

year modules for the

remaining credits.



Calendar: General Information Part 1 unless otherwise provided in faculty rules.


D.72.1 A student will not be allowed to renew his/her registration for the following modules if he/she

failed to pass after two attempts:

Financial Accounting 131, 132 (The assessment at the end of the winter/summer school, as applicable to the module, is considered the second attempt opportunity. If a student fails to utilise this opportunity he/she will waive the second attempt)

Financial Accounting 214, 225

Financial Accounting 324


Corporate and Financial Management 221

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Financial Management 324

Auditing 236

Auditing 322

Accounting Information Applications 237

Business Ethics 211

Taxation 228

Taxation 327

Academic Literacy for Commerce 131

BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (LAW) DEGREE (1221)

D.73 ADMISSION


for the degree: Bachelors in Commerce (Law)









OR







SG (60%) Mathematics


OR



D. 74 SELECTION



D.75 DURATION

Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration of the programme shall extend over three years full-time

study.

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D.76 CURRICULUM

D.76.1 Level 1


Compulsory

Group 1


Economics 134 (60% required to continue with ECO at 2nd

year level) ECO134 15


Introduction to Legal Studies 111 ILS111 15

Introduction to Legal Studies 121 ILS121 5

Law of Persons 112 LOP112 15

Quantitative Skills For Commerce 131 QSC131 15






Sub-total 125

D.76.2 Level 2


Compulsory

Constitutional Law 202 CON202 20

Critical Legal Analysis 201 CRI201 10

Family Law 121 FAM121 15

Legal Systems 111 LEG111 10

Legal Interpretation 221 LEG221 10

Law of Things 211 THI211 20


Group 1





Group 2





Group 3





Group 4



Sub-total 125

D.76.3 Level 3


Compulsory

Law of Contract 301 CNT301 20


Law of Insolvency 311 INS311 10

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Labour Law 321 LAB321 15

Law of Negotiable Instruments 321 NEG321 10


Group 1

Compulsory









Group 2

Compulsory







Group 3





Group 4





Group 5





Group 6





Group 7





Group 8



Sub-total 125

TOTAL 375

D.77 ASSESSMENT


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D.78.1 Level 1


annum thereafter.


(ALC131/132) and Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC131/132)



promote.

D.78.2 Level 2



promote.

D.78.3 Level 3


the degree are met.
















D.81.1 No full-time student shall be allowed to enrol for more than 135 /140credits in any year of

study;


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Commerce (QSC131) (or Mathematics 126) in the 1st semester must repeat and pass

Academic Literacy for Commerce (ALC132) and/or Quantitative Skills for Commerce

(QSC132) in the 2nd

semester of 1st year to qualify for re-admission to 2

nd year.


rules.

D.81.6 To do Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC) 131/132 Level 4 (50-59%) in Mathematics or



D.81.7 To do Economics 133/134 a pass in QSC is required



registered at the start of the academic year, the department has the authority to cancel that module.

BACHELOR OF ECONOMICS (DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS) – 1181 (4 YEAR)

D.82 ADMISSION


for the degree: BEcon









OR






HG (40% E-Symbol) Mathematics or

SG (50% - D Symbol) Mathematics


OR

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equivalent to the requirements stipulated in (a) and (b) above. D.83 SELECTION



D.84 DURATION

Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration of the programme shall extend over four years full-time

study.

D.85 CURRICULUM

D.85.1 Level 1


Compulsory (select all modules)




Quantitative Skills For Commerce 131 QSC131 15



Local Economic Development 111 LED111 15



Sub-total 125

D.85.2 Level 2













Economic Profiling & Quantitative Analysis LED211 10


Tourism 211 TOU211 10

Tourism 212 TOU212 10

Sub-total 120

D.85.3 Level 3







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Regional Development & Clustering or Enabling Mechanisms LED311 15

Industrial Policy IDP311 15




Sub-total 120

D.85.4 Level 4


Compulsory



Research Methods Essay RME401 15

Research Project 401 REP401 30




Public – Private Partnership or Applied Public Private Partnerships PUB421 15

Applied Project Development / Management PUB422 15

Business Retention & Expansion PUB423 15

Investment Behaviour & Promotion or Investment Promotion PUB424 15

Managing Economic Development Organisations PUB425 15

Sub-total 120

TOTAL 485

D.86 ASSESSMENT




D.87.1 Level 1


annum thereafter.

D.87.1.2 A student must have passed Principles of Micro and Macro Economics at 1st year level in

order to register for Tourism at 2nd year level.

D.87.1.3 After one year of study, a student must have passed Academic Literacy for Commerce and

Quantitative Literacy for Commerce.


D.87.1.5 After two years of study a student must have passed all 1st year level modules.

D.87.2 Level 2


D.87.2.2 After three years of study a student must have passed all 2nd year level modules.

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D.87.3 Level 3

D.87.3.1 A student shall be promoted to the final year of study on obtaining at least 330 credits.

D.87.3.2 After five years of study a student must have passed all 3rd

year level modules.

D.87.4 Level 4


the degree are met.












D.88.3 A student who has not promoted to the 4th year of study shall not be allowed to register for










Commerce (QSC131) in the 1st semester must repeat and pass Academic Literacy for

Commerce (ALC132) and/or Quantitative Skills for Commerce (QSC132) in the 2nd

semester

of 1st year to qualify for re-admission to 2

nd year.


registered at the start of the academic year, the department has the authority to cancel that

module.

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CERTIFICATE IN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT (CED)

D.91 ADMISSION

Candidates must be in the possession of a Grade 12 Certificate (Matric) or NSC (National Senior

Certificate).

OR

NQF Level 4 or equivalent

Work with a CBO, NGO, and religious or local government department.

Speak, read and write English.

Have permission and support from their organisation and/or employer in writing.

Commit themselves to all study blocks with full time residential attendance, and complete all

fieldwork assignments.

D.92 SELECTION

Please contact the Fair Share office directly.

D.93 DURATION

Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration of the programme shall extend over one year full-time

study or three years part-time study.

D.94 CURRICULUM


Compulsory

Training Design & Facilitation 118 FSH118 10

Training Design & Facilitation 120 FSH120 10

Communication & Info Management 121 FSH121 10

Development Economics 122 FSH122 10

Organisational Development 123 FSH123 10

Workplace Learning 125 FSH125 40

Research Project 124 FSH 124 10

Gender and Development 126 FSH126 10

Local Governance 127 FSH127 10

TOTAL 120

D.95 ASSESSMENT


D.96 PROGRESS RULES

D.96.1 Block Sessions

Unless Senate decides otherwise, a student shall complete the programme in one year. All students attend

8 block sessions spread over the year.


The renewal of registration will be governed by the Rule A.4.1, as stipulated in the University Calendar:

General Information Part 1 or otherwise provided in the Faculty rules:

D.98 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PROGRAMME There are no special requirements for this programme

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MODULE DESCRIPTORS

Please refer to the Faculty of Law Calendar for the module descriptors pertaining to the BCom Law Degree.

BCom & BCom (Acc) Extended Curriculum

Home Department ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT

Module Topic ANALYTICAL AND CRITICAL THINKING 1

Generic module name ANALYTICAL AND CRITICAL THINKING 1

Numeric code ACF231(1st semester)

Alpha-numeric code ACF231

Credit Value 15

Duration SEMESTER

Proposed semester/term

Programmes in which the module

is offered

BCom 4-year programme and BCom (Acc) 4-year programme

Level 6

Main Outcomes After the course students will be able to demonstrate:

An understanding of the requirements of a valid argument

The ability to recognise logical fallacies in arguments put

forward by people

An understanding of methods of reasoning and analysis

The capacity to identify and to avoid poorly reasoned

arguments and conclusions

A raised awareness of why clear thinking is important and

necessary

An understanding of the relationships between theory and

practice using case study material

The ability to select and apply appropriate analytical tools

to interpret case studies

The ability to analyse case studies professionally and report

on analysis both orally and in writing

The ability to plan and work effectively with others in

teams to achieve the above outcomes

Main Content Fundamentals of Argumentation

The Ingredients of Arguments

Fallacies and How Arguments Fail

Case Studies of fallacies

Well Structured Arguments

Become a reasoned person

Linking practical examples to Case Studies

Interpreting, critically analysing and summarizing cases and

examples

Generalizing and theorizing

Formal written and oral presentation of case analysis

Pre-requisites ALC131/132

Co-requisites None

Prohibited Combinations

Breakdown of Learning Time Hours

Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56

Assignments & tasks: 30

Tests & examinations: 10

Selfstudy 54

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Total Learning Time 150

B. Time-table requirement per week.

Lectures p.w. 3

Practicals p.w.

Tutorials p.w. 1

Assessment Type e.g. CAF 60% - Tests, case analysis and assignments

40% - Examinations


Module Topic ANALYTICAL AND CRITICAL THINKING 2

Generic module name ANALYTICAL AND CRITICAL THINKING 2

Numeric code ACF232

Alpha numeric code ACF232

Credit Value 15

Duration SEMESTER



is offered

BCom 4-year programme

Level 6


An understanding of the basic concepts of Business

Research

A basic understanding of the research process for a Business

Research Project

The ability to identify and clarify a workable research topic

The ability to develop a strategy to gather relevant

information

The ability to describe and utilize basic data collection

methods e.g.:

o Secondary literature searches

o Questionnaires/Surveys

o Personal interviews

An ability to apply relevant theory to a chosen business-

related research topic or case study

An ability to complete an academically-referenced Research

Report

Main Content Introduction to Business Research

The research process and project plan

Library resources and internet for materials search

Development of research topic and questions

Conducting literature reviews

Gathering and collating information

Selecting and organizing relevant material and critically

evaluating it

Revealing knowledge of and insights into different

perspectives, sides or points of view

Preparing and presenting a business research report and/or

case study using primary and secondary sources

Pre-requisites ALC131/132 AND ACF231

Co-requisites None






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Selfstudy 38



Lectures p.w. 3

Tutorials p.w. 1

Assessment Type e.g. CAF 60% - Tests, case analysis and assignments

40% - Individual research assignment


Module Topic ACADEMIC LITERACY FOR BUSINESS

Generic module name ACADEMIC LITERACY FOR BUSINESS

Numeric code ALB131 (1ST

SEMESTER) ALB 132 (2ND

SEMESTER)

Alpha-numeric code ALB131/132

Credit Value 15

Duration SEMESTER

Proposed semester/term ALB131 (1ST

SEMESTER) ALB 132 (2ND

SEMESTER)


is offered

BCom , 4-year programme BCom (Acc) 4-year programme

Level 6

Main Outcomes ALB aims at improving students’ listening, note-taking, time

management, reading, thinking and writing skills in the four-year

programme. After the course students will be able to:

Take notes effectively in lectures.

Read with comprehension and understanding the

meaning of words and phrases.

Apply academic reading skills to various texts, such as

textbooks, magazines and newspapers

Apply reading and writing skills in other subjects

Plan, structure and write coherent paragraphs in

written assignments.

Be able to use the computer to organize and manage

information.

Main Content Academic literacy skills such as note-taking, text

analysis, vocabulary development

Various reading strategies such skimming, scanning

and comprehensive reading

Plan, structure and reference written academic work

Familiarize students with digital academic literacy

Pre-requisites None

Co-requisites None

Prohibited Combinations None





Selfstudy 64



Lectures p.w. 3

Practicals p.w.

Tutorials p.w. 1

Assessment Type e.g. CAF Continuous Evaluation: Tasks, class tests and assignments 50%

Term test 10%

Examination 40%

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Module Topic INTENSIVE READING AND WRITING

Generic Module Name INTENSIVE READING AND WRITING

Numeric code IRF231 (1st semester)

Alpha-numeric Code IRF231

Credit Value 15

Duration Semester


Programmes in which the

module is offered

BCom 4-year programme

Level 6

Main Outcomes At the end of the module, students will be able to:

Read academic material comprehensively and critically.

Apply various reading strategies to various kinds of texts.

Assess their progress on the on-line reading programme,

Reading Excellence

Write logical, coherent and meaningful academic essays.

Analyse and summarise written texts.

Construct effective business documents.

Main Content Academic reading techniques

Text book analysis

Reading journals magazines & newspapers

Computer-Assisted learning

Establishing the relationship between thinking, and reading

& writing

Contextualisation and integration of arguments

Business documents

Pre-requisites ALC131/132

Co-requisites ALC131/132




Assignments & tasks: 1x3


Practicals: 0

Selfstudy 60

Other: Please specify 5


B. Time-table requirements per week.

Lectures p.w. 3

Practicals p.w.

Tutorials p.w. 1

Assessment Type e.g. CAF Tutorial Class and Gateway Tests 26%

Tasks and Assignments 3%

Term Tests Final 20%

Semester Test 50%

Attendance 1%

Home Department ACCOUNTING/ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT

Module Topic Introduction to South African Accounting 1

Generic module name Introduction to South African Accounting 1

Numeric Code ACC130 /ACC133 – repeat module (4-YEAR) /ACC131 (4-YEAR

ACCOUNTING)

Alpha-numeric code ACC130 /ACC131/ACC133

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Credit Value 15

Duration Semester


Module type Foundation BCom ACC130 (Gen) and BCom (Acc) ACC131

Level 5

Main Outcomes The learner should be able to demonstrate the ability to:

Record business transactions in the appropriate accounting

records up to trial balance.

Main Content Accounting as an information system

Data processing and double-entry bookkeeping to trial balance

Subsidiary journals

Accounting for Value Added Tax

Periodic and perpetual inventory systems

Bank reconciliation procedures

Pre-requisites Quantitative Skills Foundation 131

Co-requisites Quantitative Skills Foundation 131

Prohibited combinations None





Selfstudy 43



Lectures p.w. 3

Practicals p.w.

Tutorials p.w. 1

Assessment Type e.g. CAF Tests and tutorials: 40% final mark

Examination: 60% final mark

Home Department ACCOUNTING/ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT

Module Topic Introduction to South African Accounting 2

Generic module name Introduction to South African Accounting 2

Numeric code ACC132 (4-YEAR ACCOUNTING)

Alpha-numeric code ACC132

Credit Value 15

Duration Semester


programmes in which the

module is offered

BCom (Acc) 4-year programme

Level 5

Main Outcomes At the end of the module, students will be able to demonstrate the

ability to:

Prepare the financial statement of a sole trader based on accrual

accounting

Do an elementary analysis and interpretation of the financial

statements of a sole trader

Main Content Accounting as an information system

Periodic measurement of income

Preparation of the income statement and the balance sheet for a

sole trader

Elementary analysis and interpretation of the financial


Pre-requisites ACC130/131

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Co-requisites ACC130/131


Breakdown of learning time Hours




Selfstudy 43



Lectures p.w. 3

Practicals p.w.

Tutorials p.w. 1

Assessment Type e.g. CAF Tests and tutorials: 40% final mark

Examination: 60% final mark

Home Department ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT/SCHOOL OF BUSINESS &

FINANCE/ECONOMICS

Module Topic Introduction to the Economy and Business

Generic module name Introduction to the Economy and Business

Numeric Code IEB 133 (For EMS students only)

IEB131 (for non-EMS students)

IEB 134(For repeat students only)

Alpha-numeric code IEB131

IEB133

IEB134

Credit Value 15

Duration Semester


Module Type Programme – BCom.4-year programme, B.A., B.Ed,

Level 5

Main Outcomes At the end of this module, students should be able to:

Explain the basic principles of economic theory and their

application in the South African economy

Understand the role of consumers, producers and the government

in the economy.

Describe and evaluate South Africa’s recent economic

performance.

Describe and evaluate the requirements for entrepreneurial

success in the SA economy

Describe/explain the principles of small business functions and

apply them to real world settings.

Demonstrate an understanding of the environment in which small

businesses operate.

Develop a business plan for a small business.

Main Content Introduction to Economics and basic economic principles

Overview of the South African economy

Perfect and imperfect competition

Production and costs

Role of entrepreneurship

The environment in which small business operates

Establishing a small business.

Principles underlying the main functional areas.

Compilation of the Business Plan

Pre-requisites None

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Co-requisites None






Selfstudy 56



Lectures p.w. 3

Practicals p.w.

Tutorials p.w. 1

Assessment Type e.g. CAF Business Plan; Tutorial exercises; Oral Presentations; Semester Tests

(60%); Examination 40%


Module Topic QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS FOR COMMERCE

Generic Module Name QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS FOR COMMERCE

Numeric code QAC231

Alpha-numeric Code QAC231

Credit Value 15

Duration Semester



module is offered

BCom and BCom (ACC) 4-year programme

Level 6

Main Outcomes At the end of this module a student should be able to demonstrate the ability to: Calculate, understand and analyse trends in financial ratios from

financial statements. Deal with basic Capital Budgeting problems (NPV, IRR) Understand and work with Index Numbers Calculate and interpret Demand and Supply curves and elasticity Calculate statistical measures of dispersion Understand the Normal Distribution curve and its relation to

economic and financial situations Graphically solve simple Linear Programming problems Understand the meaning of the derivative of a function and

perform simple differentiation.

Main Content Application of mathematical and analytical tools to make comparisons of ratios over time, against plan, against industry norms, etc

Time value of money Capital budgeting Index numbers Basic mathematics of Supply and Demand theory and elasticities Measures of central tendency and dispersion Normal distributions, z-scores and interpretation Graphical solution to Linear Programming problems Introduction to differential calculus.

Pre-requisites QSA131 OR QSC131/132

Co-requisites None




Project 20


Selfstudy 65

65



Lectures p.w. 3

Practicals p.w.

Tutorials p.w. 1

Assessment Type, e.g. CAF Final Examination = 50%

Tests, Assignments and tasks = 50%


Module Topic QUANTITATIVE SKILLS FOR ACCOUNTING

Generic Module Name QUANTITATIVE SKILLS FOR ACCOUNTING

Numeric code QSA131

Alpha- numeric Code QSA131

Credit Value 15

Duration SEMESTER



module is offered

BCom (ACC) 4-year programme

Level 5

Main Outcomes At the end of this module a student should be able to demonstrate an

understand and the ability to solve problems with Commercial

applications involving:

- Ratio, Rates and Simple Proportion

- Discounts and markdowns, breakeven analysis

- Time Value of Money

- Straight-line and Parabolic graphs with particular reference to

revenue/cost/profit, supply/demand.

- Exponential and logarithmic curves

- Drawing & interpreting statistical charts and calculating mean,

median, mode

Main Content - Ratio & Proportions, Rates, Approximations

- Pricing a product, Profits, Breakeven analysis

- Simple interest, Compound interest, Annuities

- Straight Line graphs and Parabolas with link to Finance

&Economics, e.g. Supply/Demand.

- Exponential and Logarithmic equations & graphs with link to

Finance & Economics

- Descriptive Statistics & Measures of central tendency

Pre-requisites None

Co-requisites None





Assignments & Tasks 6

Selfstudy 56



Lectures p.w. 3

Tutorials p.w. 1

Assessment Type e.g. CAF Final Examination = 50%

Tests, Assignments and tasks = 50%

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Module Topic QUANTITATIVE SKILLS FOUNDATION

Generic Module Name QUANTITATIVE SKILLS FOUNDATION

Alpha-numeric code QSF131

Module numeric Code QSF131

Credit Value 15

Duration SEMESTER



module is offered

BCom 4-year programme,

Level 5

Main Outcomes At the end of this module the student should be able to:

- demonstrate an understanding of the core (basic) mathematical

skills for business

- know the difference between mathematical and business-

related terms

- use mathematical notations, formulae and terminology

effectively to solve business-related problems

- demonstrate an understanding of the

number systems

- demonstrate knowledge and ability to

work with Real numbers, in particular

Integers and Rational Numbers.

- apply basic operations (+, -, × and ÷ ) to Real Numbers. i.e.

Fractions, Decimal Fractions and Percentages

- solve problems in abstract and real-life situations based on

Fractions, Decimal Fractions and Percentages.

- demonstrate an understanding and the use of Ratios to

describe relationship between two or more quantities and

solve business problems

- demonstrate an understanding of problems on Direct and

Inverse proportions

- construct Linear Graphs using the table method and show how

this relates to the solution of linear equations.

- demonstrate an understanding of, and work with, basic

Algebra , including polynomials of the first degree and basic

operations applied to algebraic expressions.

- find Products and Factors of algebraic expressions, and solve

problems in these related to Commercial Mathematics.

- have developed effective basic calculator skills to solve

business related problems more efficiently

Main Content - Mathematical Thinking Skills

- Problem Solving Skills

- Number Systems

- Integers, Rational Numbers; Irrational

- Numbers

- Basic Operations

- Calculator Skills

- Fractions and Decimal Fractions

- Percentages

- Ratio and Proportion

- Basic Algebra: First degree polynomials;

- Basic Operations

- Products and factors

- Equations and Inequalities

- Graphs: Ordered Pairs; Linear and

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- Quadratic

- Powers, Indices and Roots

- Measurement, Shape and Space

Pre-requisites QLC141/142

Co-requisites QLC141/142






Selfstudy 60



Lectures p.w. 3

Practicals p.w.

Tutorials p.w. 1

Assessment Type e.g. CAF Tutorials, Class and Gateway tests, tasks and Assignments, Term

tests (50%) Examination (50%)


Module Topic QUANTITATIVE LITERACY FOR COMMERCE (QLC141)

Generic Module Name QUANTITATIVE LITERACY FOR COMMERCE (QLC141)

Alpha-numeric Code QLC141

Numeric Code QLC141

Credit Value 15

Duration SEMESTER



will be offered

BCOM 4-YEAR PROGRAMME, BADMIN

Level 5


demonstrate an understanding of the number systems

demonstrate knowledge and ability to work with Real

numbers, in particular Integers and Rational Numbers.

Solve basic arithmetic problems

apply basic operations (+, -, × and ÷ ) to Real Numbers. i.e.

Fractions, Decimal Fractions and Percentages

simplify algebraic expressions.

solve basic algebraic equations including simultaneous

equations

demonstrate an understanding of problems on Direct and

Inverse proportions

draw Linear Graphs using the table and algebraic method

draw Parabolic Graphs using the table and algebraic method

Main Content Mathematical Thinking Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Number Systems

Integers, Rational Numbers; Irrational Numbers

Basic Mathematical Operations

Calculator Skills

Fractions and Decimal Fractions

Percentages

Basic Algebra: variables, expressions and equations

Products and factors

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Graphs: Ordered Pairs; Linear and Quadratic

Linear and Quadratic equations

Pre-requisite modules None

Co-requisite modules None

Prohibited module Combination None

A.Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week

Contact with lecturer / tutor: 70 Lectures p.w. 3

Assignments & tasks: 4 Practicals p.w.

Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 1

Assessments: tests and exams 16

Selfstudy 60


Assessment Type e.g. (CAF) CAF: Tutorials, Class and Gateway tests, tasks and assignments,

Term Tests (50%) Examination (50%)


Module Topic QUANTITATIVE SKILLS FOR COMMERCE

Generic Module Name QUANTITATIVE SKILLS FOR COMMERCE

Alpha-numeric code QSC131/132

Module numeric Code QSC131/132

Credit Value 15

Duration SEMESTER



module is offered

BCom , BCom (ACC) 4-year programme, BCom, BCom Law

Level 5

Main Outcomes At the end of this module a student should be able to :

demonstrate and understand the ability to solve problems with

Commercial applications involving:

ratio, rates and simple proportion

discounts and markdowns, breakeven analysis

time value of money

straight-line and parabolic graphs with particular reference to

revenue/cost/profit supply/demand

exponential and logarithmic curves

drawing and interpreting statistical charts and calculating

mean, median, mode

7Main Content Ratio and proportions, rates, approximations

Pricing a product, profits, breakeven analysis

Simple interest, compound interest, annuities

Straight line graphs and parabolas with link to finance and

economics e.g. supply/demand

Exponential and logarithmic equations and graphs with link

to finance and economics

Descriptive statistics and measures of central tendency.

Pre-requisites QSF131/132 OR QLC (70%)

Co-requisites None

Prohibited Combinations QLC141/142





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Lectures p.w. 3

Practicals p.w.

Tutorials p.w. 1

Methods of Student Assessment Examination 50%

Tests, assignments and tasks 50%

Faculty EMS

Home Department Academic Development/SBF/Accounting

Module Topic QUANTITATIVE SKILLS FOR FINANCE

Generic Module Name QUANTITATIVE SKILLS FOR FINANCE

Alpha-numeric Code QSF141

Credit Value 10

Duration 1 semester

Proposed semester to be offered. 1


will be offered

B.Com.(Finance), B.Com.(Financial Accounting),

B.Com.(Economics)

Level 5

Year Level 1

Main Outcomes At the end of this module a student should be able to demonstrate

an understand and the ability to solve problems with Commercial

applications involving:

- Ratio, Rates and Simple Proportion

- Discounts and markdowns, breakeven analysis

- Time Value of Money

- Straight-line and Parabolic graphs with particular reference

to revenue/cost/profit, supply/demand.

- Exponential and logarithmic curves

- Drawing & interpreting statistical charts and calculating

mean, median, mode

Main Content - Ratio & Proportions, Rates, Approximations

- Pricing a product, Profits, Breakeven analysis

- Simple interest, Compound interest, Annuities

- Straight Line graphs and Parabolas with link to Finance &

Economics, e.g. Supply/Demand.

- Exponential and Logarithmic equations & graphs with link

to Finance & Economics

- Descriptive Statistics & Measures of central tendency

Pre-requisite modules NSC MATHEMATICS LEVEL 4 (not Mathematics Literacy)

Co-requisite modules ECO142 and FIA141

Prohibited module Combination QSC131/132, QSA131/132 , MAM126

A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week


Assignments & tasks: 0 Practicals p.w. 0


Assessments 7

Selfstudy 53


Method of Student Assessment Tests, Assignments and tasks = 50%

Final Examination = 50%

Assessment Module type CAF

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Business Analysis

Business Analysis is offered at the 2nd

year level only to BCom students. The subject comprises of four

modules:

BSA 201 Quantitiative Business Analysis

BSA 203 Analytical & Critical Thinking

BSA 204 Introductory Business Research

BSA202 Business Communication

(This module may only be taken by students with 65% for ALC) Dept to clarify

Home Department ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

Module Topic QUANTITATIVE BUSINESS ANALYSIS

Generic Module Name BUSINESS ANALYSIS 201

Numeric code BSA201

Alpha-numeric Code BSA201

Credit Value 10

Duration Semester

Proposed semester/term 2


module will be offered

BCom

Level 6

Main Outcomes At the end of the module a student should be able to demonstrate the

ability to:

Calculate, understand and analyse trends in financial ratios

from financial statements

Deal with basic Capital Budgeting problems (NPV, IRR)

Understand and work with Index Numbers

Calculate and interpret Demand and Supply curves and

elasticity

Calculate statistical measures of dispersion

Understand the Normal Distribution curve and its relation to

economic and financial situations

Graphically solve simple Linear Programming problems

Understand the meaning of the derivative of a function and

perform simple differentiation

Main Content Application of mathematical and analytical tools to make

comparisons of ratios over time, against plan, against industry

norms etc

Time value of money

Capital budgeting

Index numbers

Basic mathematics of Supply and Demand theory and

elasticities

Measures of central tendency and dispersion

Normal distributions, z-scores and interpretation

Graphical solution to Linear Programming problems

Introduction to differential calculus

Pre-requisite modules QSC131/132





Project 30

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Selfstudy 24



Lectures p.w. 1.5

Practicals p.w. 0

Tutorials p.w. 1

Assessment Type e.g. CAF Examination 50%

Tests, assignments and tasks 50%


Module Topic BUSINESS ANALYSIS 202


Numeric Code BSA202


Credit Value 10

Duration Semester




BCom

Level 6

Main Outcomes At the end of the module, students will have demonstrated the

ability to:

Read Business and Academics material comprehensively and

critically

Apply various reading strategies to various kinds of texts

Assess their progress on the on-line reading programme,

Reading Excellence

Write logical, coherent and meaningful academic essays

Analyse and summarize written commercial texts

Construct effective business documents

Main Content Academic reading techniques

Text book analysis

Reading business journals, magazines and newspapers

Computer-Assisted learning

Establishing the relationship between thinking, and reading

and Writing

Contextualization and integration of arguments

Business documents

Pre-requisite modules ALC131/132


Prohibited module Combination ACF232



Project 10


Selfstudy 30




Lectures p.w. 1.5

Practicals p.w. 0

Tutorials p.w. 1

Assessment Type e.g. CAF Examination 40%

Continuous Evaluation: 60%Tests, tutorials, assignments

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Numeric code BSA203


Credit Value 10

Duration Semester




BCom

Level 6

Main Outcomes On completion of the module students will be able to demonstrate

(a) an understanding of:

The requirements of valid arguments and methods of reasoning

and analysis

The relationships between theory and practice using case study

materials

B- the ability to

Recognize logical fallacies in arguments and to avoid poorly

reasoned arguments and conclusions

Select and apply appropriate analytical tools to interpret case

studies

Analyse case studies professionally and report these results

orally and in writing

Plan and work in teams to achieve these outcomes

Main Content The ingredients of arguments

Fallacies and How arguments fail

Case studies of fallacies

Well structured arguments

Becoming a reasoning person

Linking practical examples to case studies

Interpreting, summarizing and critically analyzing cases

Generalising and theorizing

Formal written and oral presentation of case analysis

Pre-requisite modules ALC131/132


Prohibited module

Combination

ACF231



Project 20


Selfstudy 34



Lectures p.w. 1.5

Practicals p.w. 0

Tutorials p.w. 1

Methods of Student

Assessment

Examination 40%





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Credit Value 10

Duration Semester




BCom

Level 6


An understanding of the basic concepts of Business Research

A basic understanding of the research process for a Business

Research Project

The ability to identify and clarify a workable research topic

The ability to develop a strategy to gather relevant information

The ability to describe and utilize basic data collection

methods

An ability to apply relevant theory to a chosen business-related

research topic or case study

An ability to complete an academically-referenced Research

Report

Main Content Introduction to Business Research

The research process and project plan

Library resources and internet for materials search

Development of research topic and questions

Conducting literature reviews

Gathering and collating information

Selecting and recognize relevant material and critically

evaluating it

Revealing knowledge of and insights into different

perspectives, sides or points of view

Preparing and presenting a business research report and/or

case study using primary and secondary sources

Pre-requisite modules BSA203


Prohibited module

Combination

ACF231



Project 30


Selfstudy 24



Lectures p.w. 2

Practicals p.w. 1

Tutorials p.w. 1

Assessment Topic e.g. CAF Examination 40%


Module Descriptors BCom 3-Year Programme:

Academic Literacy for Commerce


Module Topic ACADEMIC LITERACY FOR COMMERCE 131/132

Generic Module Name ACADEMIC LITERACY FOR COMMERCE 131/132

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Numeric code ALC131(Full time and part-time)

ALC132 (Full time repeat module only)

Alpgha-numeric Code ALC

Credit Value 15


Duration SEMESTER


module is offered

BCom , BCom Accounting, BCom Law, BAdmin, BCom , BCom

(ACC) 4-year programme

Level 5

Main Outcomes ALC 131/132 aims at improving first-year students’ academic

literacy skills, and the use of productivity software. After the course

students will be able to:

Demonstrate the use of various listening and note-taking

strategies.

Demonstrate an understanding of group dynamics.

Demonstrate an understanding of analytical and critical

thinking

Apply critical and analytical reading skills in various contexts,

e.g. text books & articles in journals, newspapers,

magazines.

Write well constructed- written assignments and academic

essays.

Use references and quotations in a coherent and appropriate

manner.

Summarise main and supporting ideas in written texts.

Write well-constructed reports and proposals.

Effectively utilize IT-based productivity tools to organize

and manage information.

Main Content Listening and note-taking skills

Group dynamics skills

Critical thinking skills

Reading skills

Writing skills

Referencing skills

Digital information literacy skills

Pre-requisites ALB 131 for 4-year programme students only

Co-requisites ALB 131 for 4-year programme students only






DAL 14

Selfstudy 40



Lectures p.w. 3

Practicals p.w.

Tutorials p.w. 1

Assessment Type e.g. CAF Continuous evaluation:

60% - tests, tutorials and major assignments

40% - examinations

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Department of Accounting

Accounting for Management ACM231 and ACM233 will be offered for the last time in 2013

Second Year

Home Department ACCOUNTING

Module Topic ACCOUNTING FOR MANAGEMENT 231

Generic Module Name ACCOUNTING FOR MANAGEMENT 231

Module Code ACM231

Credit Value 20

Duration Semester (1st semester)

Module type University

Level 6

Main Outcomes The learner should be able to:

Determine product cost.

Use CVP analysis.

Prepare and interpret budgets

Make decisions based on relevant accounting data

Main Content Cost accumulation for product costing

-Job order costing

-Process costing

-Activity based costing

The scope of management accounting

Cost and revenue classification

Cost-Volume-Profit analysis and interpretation

Preparation of production budgets

Preparation of flexible budgets

Decision making

Make or buy decisions

Continue or discontinue decisions

Pricing decisions

Pre-requisites 55% ACM 131 or ACM132

Or Financial Accounting 131

and

MAN131 or MAN132

ALC 131 or ALC132 and

IFS131 OR IFS132

Co-requisites None

Prohibited combinations Management Accounting 234

Breakdown of learning time Hours B.Time Table requirements per week

Contact with lecturer/ tutor 56 hrs Lectures per week 3

Assignments & Tasks 44hrs Practicals per week 0

Tests & Examinations 8 Tutorials per week 1

Self Study 92hrs


Assessment type e.g. (CAF) Test, tutorials, assignments and tasks: 40% final mark

Examination : 60% final mark

Home Department ACCOUNTING

Module Topic ACCOUNTING FOR MANAGEMENT 233

Generic Module Name ACCOUNTING FOR MANAGEMENT 233

Alpha Numeric Code ACM233

Credit Value 20

Duration Semester (2nd

semester)

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Module type University

Level 6


Prepare and present company annual financial statements

Understand financial statements for separate companies and

groups

Prepare and understand the statement of cash flows

Undertake financial analysis and interpretation of financial

statements

Understand business and financial risk

Main Content Framework for the preparation and presentation of financial

statements

Initial recognition and measurement of selected elements of

financial statements

Subsequent measurement of selected elements

Selected International \Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)

Statement of cash flows

Financial structure and financial instruments

Financial analysis and decision making

Basic business combinations

Capita selecta

Pre-requisites ACM131 or ACM132 with 55% OR FIA131 and

ALC131 or ALC132 and

IFS131 or IFS132

Co-requisites None

Prohibited combinations Accounting Information Applications 237

Breakdown of learning time Hours B.Time Table requirements per week

Contact with lecturer/ tutor 56 hrs

Tests & Examinations 8 Lectures pw 8

Self Study 136


Assessment type e.g. CAF Test and Tutorials : 40% final mark


Department of Accounting

Subject area: Financial Accounting

B. Com (Accounting)

Level 1

Faculty Economic and Management Sciences

Home Department Accounting

Module Topic Financial Accounting

Generic module name Financial Accounting 131

Alpha-numeric code FIA131

Credit Value 15

Duration Semester

Proposed semester to be offered. First

Programmes in which the module is

offered.

B Com(Acc) and

B Com (Acc) Extended Curriculum

Level 5

Year Level 1

Main Outcomes At the end of the module the learner should be able to prepare:

-the financial statements of a sole trader

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- various control accounts and their reconciliation (ie. Debtors,

creditors, bank)

Main Content Accounting as information system

Introduction to GAAP and the IFRS Framework

Data processing and double-entry bookkeeping

Subsidiary journals

Control accounts and reconciliation

Revenue recognition and profit determination

Inventory

Property, plant and equipment

Financial statement preparation

Pre-requisites B.Com(Acc) Extended Curriculum: ACC132

Co-requisites None

Prohibited Combinations ACM131 or ACM132 or FIA141

A.Breakdown of Learning Time Hours



Assessment 9

Selfstudy 80


B. Time-table Requirement per week

Lectures p.w.3

Practicals p.w 0.

Tutorials p.w. 1

Methods of Student Assessment

Tests and Tutorials : 40% final mark


Assessment Module type CFA






Credit Value 15

Duration Semester

Proposed semester to be offered. Second


offered.

B Com (Acc) and


Level 5

Year Level 1

Main Outcomes At the end of the module the learner should be able to

prepare:

the financial statements of various forms of business

entities.

an analysis of accrual financial statements

Main Content Non- current assets

Accounting for various forms of business entities

Companies

Non –profit organisations etc.


Reading and analysis of financial statements.

Pre-requisites FIA131

Co-requisites None

Prohibited Combinations FIA142


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Assessment 9

Practicals: 0

Selfstudy 80


Total Learning Time


Lectures p.w. 3

Practicals p.w. 0

Tutorials p.w. 1





Level 2



Module Topic Financial Accounting 214



Credit Value 20

Duration Semester



offered.

B.Com(Acc) and


Level 6

Year Level 2

Main Outcomes At the end of the module the learner should be able to:

Recognize, measure and disclose the effects of business

transactions and other events and conditions on a reporting

entity in compliance with the accounting treatment prescribed

by Generally Accepted Accounting Practice, including

International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and

prepare financial reports for the reporting entity and the group

in accordance with GAAP.

Main Content Detailed application of a selection of statements of Generally

Accepted Accounting Practice, including selected standards

from International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and

accounting for group situations.

Pre-requisites FIA 131 and

a final mark of 55% for FIA132 or equivalent.

Co-requisites None





Assessment 0

Practicals: 13

Selfstudy 107



Lectures p.w. 4

Practicals p.w. 0

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Tutorials p.w. 1










Credit Value 20

Duration Semester



offered.

B.Com(Acc) and


Level 6

Year Level 2




entity in compliance with the accounting treatment prescribed

by Generally Accepted Accounting Practice, including

International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) , and

prepare financial reports for the reporting entity and the group

in accordance with GAAP.

Main Content Detailed application of a selection of statements of Generally

Accepted Accounting Practice, including selected standards

from International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and

accounting for group situations.

Pre-requisites FIA214

Co-requisites None





Assessment 0

Practicals: 13

Selfstudy 107



Lectures p.w. 4

Practicals p.w. 0

Tutorials p.w. 1





Level 3






Credit Value 60

80

Duration Year

Proposed semester to be offered. Year course


offered.

B.Com(Acc) and

B.Com(Acc) Extended Curriculum

Level 7

Year Level 3

Main Outcomes At the end of this module, the learner should be able to:



entity in compliance with the accounting treatment

prescribed by Generally Accepted Accounting Practice,

including International Financial Reporting Standards

(IFRS) , and prepare financial reports for the reporting

entity and the group in accordance with GAAP.

Main Content Detailed application of a selection of statements of

Generally Accepted Accounting Practice, including

selected standards from International Financial Reporting

Standards (IFRS) and accounting for group situations.

Pre-requisites FIA214 and FIA225

Co-requisites None

Prohibited Combinations FIA341 and FIA342




Assessment 0

Practicals: 15

Selfstudy 407



Lectures p.w. 5

Practicals p.w.0

Tutorials p.w. 1



Examination : 50% final mark (Two three hour

examination papers)


Subject area: Financial Accounting

B. Com (Financial Accounting)

Level 1




Generic Module Name Financial Accounting 141/143

Alpha-numeric Code FIA141/FIA143

Credit Value 15

Duration Semester

Proposed semester to be offered FIA141 First semester

FIA 143 Second semester


will be offered

University

Level 5

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Year Level 1

Main Outcomes Students should be able to:

Define and apply the accounting concepts relating to the

elements of the accounting equation.

Record transactions using the double entry system.

Distinguish between cash and accrual accounting.

Apply accrual accounting and other adjustments to the pre-

adjustment trial balance.

Distinguish between two methods of recording inventory and

be able to apply both.

Prepare various control accounts and their reconciliation.

Prepare the financial statements of a service and trading

business.

Analyse and do a basic interpretation of the financial

statements of a sole proprietor.

Main Content Accounting as information system

Data processing and double-entry bookkeeping

Accounting for Value Added Tax.

Operation of cash controls

Bank reconciliation procedures

Preparation of the financial statements (excluding statement

of cash flows) of a sole trader

Elementary analysis and interpretation of the financial


Pre-requisite modules B.Com Extended Programme:

ACC130 or ACC131 or ACC133 and QSF131 or QSF132

Co-requisite modules QSF141 or QSC131 or QSC132 or MAT126

Prohibited module Combination FIA131





Assessments 13

Selfstudy 53


Method of Student Assessment Tests and Tutorials : 50% final mark






Generic Module Name Financial Accounting 142

Alpha-numeric Code FIA142

Credit Value 10

Duration Semester


Programmes in which the module will

be offered

University

Level 5

Year Level 1

Main Outcomes At the end of the module, the learner should be able to:

Apply the conceptual framework to the preparation of

financial statements of different entities

Prepare the statement of cash flows on either the direct or

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indirect method

Apply the statement of cash flows in the analysis of

performance and financial position of an entity

Analyse and interpret financial statements

Main Content Record transactions manually in subsidiary journals and

ledgers and do relevant controls

Recognition, measurement and classification of elements of

the financial statements

Financial Statements(Including statement of cash flows) of

different entities: Close Corporations

Companies

Non Profit Organisations

Analysis and Interpretation of financial statements

Pre-requisite modules FIA141 and QSF141 or QSC131 and ALC131







Assessments 9

Selfstudy 21


Method of Student Assessment Tests and, tutorials:

50%of Final mark

Examination:50

% of Final mark


Level 2






Credit Value 20

Duration Semester



will be offered

B Com (Financial Accounting), B Com (Finance), B Com

Level 6

Year Level 2



including disclosure of relevant notes to the financial statements

Manually and by means of an accounting software package

calculate financial ratios

Analyse and interpret financial statements

Main Content Conceptual Framework and preparation and presentation of

financial statements.

Basic income tax calculations and deferred tax principles

Initial recognition and measurement, subsequent measurement

and disclosure of the following selected elements of financial

statements in terms of International Financial Reporting Standards

(IFRS):

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Revenue

Inventory

Property, plant & equipment

Intangible assets

Provisions, contingent liabilities and contingent assets

Utilising accounting software in order to calculate financial ratios

of a company

Analysis and interpretation of financial statements

Capita selecta as determined by the Department of Accounting.

Pre-requisite modules FIA 141 and FIA 142 or

FIA 131 and FIA 132





Assignments & tasks: 40 Practicals p.w. 0.5


Assessments 14

Selfstudy 81


Method of Student Assessment 50% Tests, practicals & assignments

50% Exam







Credit Value 20

Duration Semester

Proposed semester to be offered. Second semester




Level 6

Year Level 2



including the disclosure of relevant notes to the financial

statements

Calculate the effect on financial statements as result of

management decisions relating to changes in accounting policies,

estimates and the effect of fundamental errors

Prepare basic business combinations

Undertake financial analysis and interpretation of financial

statements and report thereon

Assess business and financial risk

Main Content Initial recognition and measurement, subsequent measurement

and disclosure of the following selected elements of financial

statements in terms of International Financial Reporting Standards

(IFRS):

Net profit, prior period errors and changes in accounting policy

Events after reporting period

Earnings per share


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Financial structure and financial instruments

Financial analysis and decision making

Basic business combinations

Borrowing costs

Interpretation of financial analysis of a company including the

identification of any financial and business risk and reporting

thereon

Use the report writer of an accounting package to prepare reports

to management on the financial performance and financial

position of a company

Capita selecta as determined by the Department of Accounting.

Pre-requisite modules FIA 241 or

FIA 214





Assignments & tasks: 40 Practicals p.w. 0.5


Assessments 9

Selfstudy 81


Method of Student Assessment 50% Tests,

practicals &

assigments

50% Exam


Level 3

Faculty Economic and Management Accounting





Credit Value 30

Duration Semester


Programmes in which the module will

be offered

B Com (Financial Accounting), B.Com

Level 7

Year Level 3


Prepare and present financial statements for companies in

terms of International Financial Reporting Standards

(IFRS);

Main Content This module will cover the following specific topics:

The Conceptual Framework;

Preparation and presentation Financial Statements,

including the statement of cash flows and notes to the

financial statements;

A selection of standards from International Financial

Reporting Standards (IFRS), including but not limited to

the following:

Financial instruments: Disclosures;

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Taxation;

Leases;

Property, plant and equipment;

Investment property;

Intangible assets;

Provisions, contingent assets and liabilities

Borrowing costs;

Earnings per share (separate companies);

Events after the reporting period.

The IFRS on Construction Contracts will be covered on

the level of awareness

Write reports on financial and business risk as well as on

financial performance and financial position.

Pre-requisite modules FIA241 and FIA242 or

FIA214 and FIA225







Assessments 9

Selfstudy 109


Method of Student Assessment Tests, tutorials and

practicals:

50% of final mark

Examination:

50% of final mark







Credit Value 30

Duration Semester



will be offered

B Com (Financial Accounting), B Com

Level 7

Year Level 3


Prepare and present separate and consolidated financial

statements for companies in terms of International Financial

Reporting Standards (IFRS);

Main Content This module will cover the following specific topics:

Group financial statements;

Preparation and presentation of Group Financial Statements,

including the group statement of cash flows and notes to the

group financial statements;

Selected standards from International Financial Reporting

Standards (IFRS), including but not limited to the following:

Taxation;

Share based payments;

Segmental reporting;

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Earnings per share (group);

Foreign entities and the effects of changes in foreign

exchange rates;

Non-current assets held for sale and discontinued operations;

Related party disclosure.

The IFRS on share based payments and segmental reporting

will be covered at the level of awareness

Case study of a group annual report of a selected listed public

company.

Pre-requisite modules FIA341







Assessments 9

Selfstudy 109


Method of Student Assessment Tests, tutorials and

practicals:

50% of final mark

Examination:

50% of final mark


Subject area: Auditing

B Com (Accounting) programme

Level 2

Module Topic Auditing

Alpha-numeric Code AUD236

Credit Value 10

Duration Semester

Proposed Semester to be Offered 2

Programmes in which the Module

is Offered

B Com (Accounting) and

B Com (Accounting) Extended Curriculum

Level 6

Year Level 2

Main Outcomes Upon completion of the module, a student should be able to:

Explain the functions and responsibilities of an external auditor.

Explain the importance of ethical behaviour by professional

accountants, and apply SAICA’s Code of Professional Conduct

to scenario-type questions.

Apply the Auditing Profession Act, specifically sections 45 and

46, to scenario-type questions.

Explain the flow of the external audit process.

Explain concepts and principles important to the external audit

process, e.g. materiality and risk assessment.

Perform a basic risk assessment.

Calculate materiality, with motivation.

Explain control techniques.

Design basic internal control systems, identify weaknesses in a

control system and recommend improvement to address such

weaknesses.

Draft tests of controls.

Explain the different types of reports that an external auditor

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can issue.

Main Content An introduction to external auditing

SAICA’s Code of Professional Conduct

The Auditing Profession Act

The audit process

Materiality determination

Risk assessment

Internal control techniques

Audit testing techniques

The application of control techniques to two cycles

The application of audit testing techniques to two cycles

Pre-requisites BET211

Co-requisites None

Prohibited Combinations AUD241 and AUD242


Contact with Lecturer/Tutor 42

Assignments and Tasks 7

Assessments 15

Practicals 0

Self-study 36


Time-table Requirements per

Week

Lectures 2

Practicals 0

Tutorials 1

Methods of Student Assessment Coursework: 50% of final mark

Final exam: 50% of final mark

Assessment Module Type CFA



Module Topic Business Ethics

Generic Module Name Business Ethics 211

Alpha-numeric Code BET211

Credit Value 10

Duration Semester


Programmes in which the Module is

Offered



Level 6

Year Level 2


Explain the purpose of this module, as well as the

arguments for and against the teaching of ethics at tertiary

level.

Explain the arguments for and against the notion that

ethics belongs in the business environment.

Explain the core elements of some important value

systems, including the African value system, Judaism and

Christianity, and Islam.

Explain the ideas of ethical absolutism and relativism,

and criticize extreme relativism.

Explain the basic theory of the following theories of

ethics, and criticize the theories:

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Virtue ethics.

Rule morality, and more specifically Kant’s version

thereof.

Utilitarianism, and more specifically Bentham’s and

Mill’s versions thereof.

Make ethical decisions by applying Kant’s version of rule

morality and Bentham’s and Mill’s versions of

utilitarianism to scenarios.

Explain a process that can be used for the purposes of

ethical decision-making.

Explain the argument in favour of a free market system as

put forward by Adam Smith.

Explain Karl Marx’s theory about the inevitable march of

history, and criticize his theory.

Explain the central ideas of some theories of economic

justice.

Explain some notions about the moral obligations of the

corporation, specifically corporate social responsibility.

Explain the basic ideas of corporate governance, focusing

on the role of the board of directors.

Explain the arguments relating to executive remuneration

as a contentious governance-related matter.

Explain the steps in the process of ethics management,

and the problems involved in ethics management,

particularly in the context of a company with suppliers in

developing countries.

Explain the characteristics of a profession, and how those

characteristics apply to the accounting and auditing

professions.

Explain the basic structure of IFAC’s Code of Conduct,

as adopted by SAICA and IRBA, and the fundamental

principles in that code.

Explain three theories about the nature of the

organization.

Main Content Some important value systems

General theory of ethics

Issues of macro-ethics

The moral obligations of the modern corporation

An introduction to corporate governance

Ethics management

The professional status of the professional accountant

Some organisational theories

Pre-requisites MAN131 or MAN132; and

FIA132 or equivalent; and

ALC131 or ALC132

Co-requisites None

Prohibited Combinations BET242

A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours



Assessments 5.5

Practicals 0

Self-study 36.5


B. Time-table Requirements per

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Week

Lectures 2

Practicals 0

Tutorials 0





Module Topic ACCOUNTING INFORMATION APPLICATIONS

Generic Module Name ACCOUNTING INFORMATION APPLICATIONS ACC 237

Alpha Numeric Code ACC237

Credit Value 10

Duration Semester

Proposed semester to be offered Second


offered

BCom (Acc)

BCom (Acc) Extended Curriculum

Level 6

Year level 2

Main Outcomes At the end of the module, a student should be able to:

Understand the need for access to information.

Be familiar with and identify the opportunities to use

information as a business tool.

Understand the basic components of a business process model.

Use process models to document business activities.

Critically appraise a business process model.

Enhance financial reporting using IT tools.

Use spreadsheets to analyse business data.

Use accounting software packages to process accounting

information.

Use business intelligence software to provide. management

information and financial reporting

Demonstrating an understanding of e-business systems

Main Content The role of information within business.

Business processes and enterprise software.

Data Modelling and Business Intelligence.

Processing using computerised accounting packages.

Using spreadsheets for financial analysis and reporting.

Using Internet tools in an accounting context

Capita selecta as determined by the Department of Accounting

Pre-requisites IFS 131 or IFS132

and FIA131 and FIA132

Co-requisites None


Breakdown of learning time Hours

Contact with lecturer/ tutor 42


Assessment: 12

Practicals: 6

Self Study 30


Time-table requirement per week

Lectures p.w. 1

Practicals p.w.2

Tutorials p.w.0

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Method of student assessment Test and Tutorials :50% final mark

Examination :50% final mark

Assessment module type CFA

Level 3



Module Topic Auditing

Generic Module Name Auditing 322


Credit Value 30

Duration Year

Proposed Semester to be Offered Year


will be Offered



Level 7

Year Level 3

Main Outcomes At the end of the module, a student should be able to:

Discuss, explain and apply the regulatory principles, particularly

as contained in the International Standards of Auditing,

governing the external auditor’s work.

Discuss and apply the various stages of the external audit

process to a given scenario.

Apply the principles and concepts governing the various stages

of the external audit process,

e.g. materiality and risk assessment

Design, evaluate, test and criticize the internal controls systems

in a given scenario.

Design, for manual and computerised environments, audit

programmes.

Formulate, select and discuss the appropriate type of audit report

that an external auditor can issue in a given situation.

Critically discuss and apply principles of corporate governance.

All of the outcomes found in the Auditing 236 module descriptor are examinable in this module.

Main Content The stages of the external audit process

Concepts and principles important to the external audit process,

e.g. materiality and risk assessment

The regulatory environment governing the external auditor’s

work, including International Standards of Auditing

Internal controls in manual and computerised environments

Audit testing in manual and computerised environments

The reports that an external auditor can issue

Corporate governance

IT applications

Pre-requisites CPL211; and

AUD236; and

FIA214 and FIA225

Co-requisites None

Prohibited Combinations AUD341




Practicals 0

Assessments 10.5

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Self-study 147.5


Time-table Requirements per

Week

Lectures 4

Practicals 0

Tutorials 4




Subject area: Auditing

B Com (Financial Accounting)

Level 2



Module Topic Internal Auditing



Credit Value 10

Duration Semester



will be Offered

B Com (Financial Accounting), B.Com

Level 6

Year Level 2


Explain basic theory relating to the role of the internal auditing

function in the modern corporation

Explain types of internal audit

Explain the importance of the Institute of InternaI Auditors’

standards for the professional practice of internal auditing, and

apply some of these standards to scenario-type questions

Explain the performance objectives of organisations

Explain important concepts relating to risk assessment, and

perform basic risk assessments

Explain control frameworks, with an emphasis on control

techniques

Explain how audit evidence can be collected and assessed

Explain the flow of the internal audit process

Main Content The emerging role of internal auditing

Types of internal audit

The Institute of InternaI Auditors’ standards for the professional

practice of internal auditing

The performance objectives of organisations

Risk assessment

Control frameworks

Audit evidence

The internal audit process and documentation

Pre-requisite Modules FIA141 and FIA142 or

FIA131 and FIA132, AND

ALC131 or ALC132

Co-requisite Modules None

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Prohibited Module Combination AUD236




Practicals 0

Assessments 5

Self-study 35


B. Time-table Requirement per

Week

Lectures 3

Practical 0

Tutorials 0

Methods of Student Assessment CAM: 50% of final mark








Credit Value 10

Duration Semester



will be Offered


Level 6

Year Level 2


Explain the flow of the internal audit process

Explain basic theory relating to control and performance

evaluation, e.g. the purpose of controls and the types of controls

Explain the theory relating to audit engagement tools, statistics

and quantitative methods, focusing on the application of

sampling

Explain the steps to be followed during the planning phase of the

internal audit engagement

Explain the steps to be followed when drafting an audit report,

including follow-up actions

Apply the above theory to scenario-type questions

Explain sound corporate governance practices, and apply

corporate governance theory to scenario-type questions

Explain the interaction between an organisation’s financial

accounting function, internal audit function and external auditors

Explain the internal auditor’s duties regarding the organisation’s

regulatory and legal compliance

Main Content The internal audit process and documentation

Control and performance evaluation

Audit engagement tools, statistics and quantitative methods

Engagement planning

Audit reporting and follow-up


The internal audit function and financial accounting and finance

The legal and regulatory environment

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Auditing in a computerised environment

General and application controls

CAATS

Pre-requisite Modules AUD241



A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours



Practicals 0

Assessments 5

Self-study 35


B. Time-table Requirement per

Week

Lectures 3

Practical 0

Tutorials 0






Module Topic Business Ethics

Generic Module Name Business Ethics 242

Alpha-numeric Code BET242

Credit Value 10

Duration Semester




B Com(Financial Accounting), B Com (Finance), B Com (Human

Resources), B Com

Level 6

Year Level 2

Main Outcomes Upon successful completion of this module, a student should be

able to:

Explain the purpose of this module, as well as the arguments for

and against the teaching of ethics at tertiary level.

Explain the arguments for and against the notion that ethics

belongs in the business environment.

Explain some core elements of some important value systems,

including the African value system, Judaism and Christianity, and

Islam.

Explain the ideas of ethical absolutism and relativism, and criticise

extreme relativism.

Explain the basic theory of the following theories of ethics, and

criticise the theories:

Virtue ethics

Rule morality, and more specifically Kant’s version thereof

Utilitarianism, and more specifically Bentham’s and Mill’s

versions thereof

Apply Kant’s version of rule morality and Bentham’s and Mill’s

versions of utilitarianism to scenarios.

Explain a process that can be used for the purposes of ethical

decision-making.

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Explain the argument in favour of a free market system as put

forward by Smith.

Explain Marx’s theory about the inevitable march of history, and

criticise his theory.

Explain the central ideas of some theories of economic justice

Explain some notions about the moral obligations of the

corporation, specifically corporate social responsibility.

Explain the basic ideas of corporate governance, focusing on the

role of the board of directors.

Explain the arguments relating to executive remuneration as a

contentious governance-related matter.

Explain the steps in the process of ethics management, and the

problems involved in ethics management, particularly in the

context of a company with suppliers in developing countries.

Explain three theories about the nature of the organisation.

Main Content Some value systems

Some important ethical theories

The free market system and the Marxist critique of the free market

system

The moral obligations of the corporation


Ethics management

Some theories about the nature of the organisation

Pre-requisite modules ALC131 or ALC132


Prohibited module Combination BET211





Assessments 5.5

Selfstudy 36.5


Method of Student Assessment CAM: 60%

Exam: 40%


Level 3






Credit Value 15

Duration Semester



will be Offered

B.Com (Financial Accounting)

Level 7

Year Level 3


Assess controls as outlined in a scenario-type question, point

out control weaknesses, and make recommendations about

controls that can be implemented to address such weaknesses

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Explain what quality assurance should involve, and apply the

relevant theory to a scenario-type question

Explain the independent review process

Main Content Auditing in a computerised environment – networks and related

concepts

Controls techniques

Controls in the following cycles:

Revenue and receipts cycle

Acquisition and payments cycle

Inventory and production cycle

Payroll and personnel cycle

Internal audit quality

Overview of the independent review process

Pre-requisite Modules AUD241 and AUD242






Practicals 0

Assessments 7

Self-study 69


Time-table Requirement per Week

Lectures 3

Practical 0

Tutorials 1




Subject Area: Management Accounting and Financial Management


Level 2



Module Topic Management Accounting

Generic Module Name Management Accounting 234

Alpha Numeric Code MAC234

Credit Value 10

Duration Semester

Proposed semester to be offered First


is offered

BCom (Acc)


Level 6

Year level 2

Main Outcomes At the end of the module, students will be able to:

Explain the basic concepts and processes in establishing the costs

that are incurred when producing a product or providing a

service;

Prepare and comment on cost statements or cost reports based on

job order costing, process costing, joint and by-product costing

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and activity based costing;

Analyse the relationship between cost, volume and profit and

interpret the results;

Prepare income statements based on variable costing and

absorption costing, and reconcile the net income under the two

methods;

Discuss the budget development process, compile various

operating budgets and financial budgets and comment on their

use as control instruments;

Comment on the standard costing

system as a control technique, compute basic variances and

reconcile actual profit with budgeted profit;

Evaluate the performance of managers;

Main Content Functions of management accounting, and relationship between

financial and management accounting;

Cost concepts and classifications

Cost elements – materials, labour and overheads

Cost accumulation systems – job costing, process costing;

Direct and absorption costing

Cost-volume –profit analysis

Budgeting

Standard costing

Pre-requisites FIA131 and FIA132 and ALC131 or ALC132

Co-requisites None

Prohibited combinations MAC241

A. Breakdown of learning time Amended Hours



Assessment: 9

Practicals: 0

Self Study 35


B. Time-table requirement per week

Lectures p.w. 3

Practicals p.w. -0

Tutorials p.w. 1

Methods of student assessment: Tests and Tutorials : 40% final mark


Assessment module type: CFA



Module Topic Corporate and Financial Management

Generic Module Name Corporate and Financial Management CFM221

Alpha-numeric Code CFM221

Credit Value 10

Duration Semester



will be offered

BCom (Acc)


Level 6

Year level 2

Main Outcomes At the end of the module students will be able to:

Develop and evaluate an entity’s strategies.

Demonstrate an understanding of an entity’s plan for risk

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management.

Demonstrate an understanding of an entity’s governance model.

Establish and evaluate overall financial goals.

Analyse an entity’s financial situation.

Demonstrate an understanding of strategies for avoiding and

dealing with business failure.

Demonstrate a conceptual understanding of risk and return and

the portfolio theory.

Demonstrate an understanding of the cost of capital and the

capital structure of an entity.

Demonstrate a conceptual understanding of the capital budgeting

process.

Main Content Business strategy.

Risk management concepts.

Aspects of corporate governance.

Functions of financial management.

Analysis of financial information.

Business in difficulty.

Time value of money.

Risk and return and the portfolio theory.

Cost of capital.

Capital structure.

Capital budgeting.

Pre-requisite modules MAC234 and BET211


Prohibited module Combination FIM242



Assignments & tasks: 15 Practicals p.w. -


Assessments 9

Selfstudy 34


Methods of student assessment CAM – 40% final mark

Examination – 60% final mark

Assessment module type CFA

Level 3





Alpha Numeric Code MAC314

Credit Value 15

Duration Semester



module is offered

B.Com(Acc) and


Level 7

Year level 3


Demonstrate an understanding of costing concepts and their

application in the design, implementation and operation of costing

systems.

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Devise appropriate indicators of performance to measure and

evaluate management performance and provide information for

management control decision-making and system design.

Main Content Joint and by-product costing

Cost volume profit analysis

Relevant cost

Activity-based costing

Budgeting

Standard costing

Divisional performance measures and transfer pricing

Cost estimation and behaviour

Linear programming

IT applications

Pre-requisites MAC234

Co-requisites None

Prohibited combinations MAC341

A. Breakdown of learning time Hours



Assessment: 9

Practicals: 0

Self Study 85



Lectures p.w. 3

Practicals p.w.0 -

Tutorials p.w. 1






Module Topic FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

Generic Module Name FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT FMA324

Alpha Numeric Code FMA324

Credit Value 15

Duration Semester



module is offered

B.Com(Acc) and


Level 7

Year level 3


Demonstrate an understanding of the investment, financing and

dividend decisions relating to an entity and its activities, within the

context of its environment

Make recommendations designed to responsibly manage an entity

through effective use of financial resources and in accordance with

the strategic objectives of the entity.

Main Content Valuations

Capital Budgeting

Management of working capital

Cost of Capital

Capital structure

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Financing decisions

Dividends

Mergers, takeovers and divestitures

Treasury function

IT applications

Pre-requisites CFM221 and

MAC314

Co-requisites None

Prohibited combinations FIM342




Assessment: 9

Practicals: 0

Self Study 75



Lectures p.w. 3

Practicals p.w.0

Tutorials p.w. 1




Subject Area: Management Accounting and Financial Management

B Com (Financial Accounting)

Level 2





Alpha-numeric Code MAC241

Credit Value 10

Duration Semester





Level 6

Year Level 2


Explain the basic concepts and processes in establishing the costs

that are incurred when producing a product or providing a service;

Prepare cost statements or cost reports based on job order costing,

process costing, joint and by-product costing and activity based

costing;

Analyse the relationship between cost, volume and profit and

interpret the results;

Prepare the statement of comprehensive income based on variable

costing and absorption costing, and reconcile the net income

under the two methods;

Discuss the budget development process, compile various

operating budgets and financial budgets.

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Applying basic techniques and principles in the decision making

process.

Main Content Functions of management accounting, and relationship between

financial and management accounting;

Cost concepts, classifications and the nature of costs;

Cost elements – materials, labour and overheads;

Cost accumulation systems – job costing, process costing and

activity-based costing;

Direct and absorption costing;

Cost-volume-profit analysis;

Budgeting;

Basic decision making applications.


FIA131 and FIA132 and

QSF141 or QSC131 or QSC132 or MAT126 and

ALC131 or ALC132


Prohibited module Combination MAC234





Assessments 9

Selfstudy 35


Method of Student Assessment Test and Tutorials: 50% Final mark

Examination:

50% Final mark




Module Topic Financial Management

Generic Module Name Financial Management 242

Alpha-numeric Code FIM242

Credit Value 10

Duration Semester

Proposed semester to be offered. 2nd

Semester




Level 6

Year Level 2

Main Outcomes At the end of this module, the learner should be able to:

Evaluate an entity’s financial strategies.

Evaluate overall financial goals.

Analyse an entity’s financial situation.

Comprehend the principles of risk and return.

Calculate and apply the concepts of cost of capital and the capital

structure of an entity.

Demonstrate a conceptual understanding of capital budgeting

process.

Main Content Business strategy.

Risk management concepts.

Functions of financial management.

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Analysis of financial information.

Time value of money.

Risk and return.

Cost of capital.

Capital structure.

Capital budgeting.

Pre-requisite modules MAC241 or MAC234


Prohibited module Combination CFM221




Practicals: Tutorials p.w. 1

Assessments 9

Selfstudy 35


Method of Student Assessment Test and Tutorials:

50% Final mark

Examination:

50% Final mark


Level 3





Alpha-numeric Code MAC341

Credit Value 15

Duration Semester





Level 7

Year Level 3

Main Outcomes At the end of the module, students should be able to:

Apply costing concepts in the design, implementation and

operation of costing systems.

Apply appropriate indicators of performance to measure and

evaluate management performance and provide information for

management control decision-making and system design.

Main Content Joint and by-product costing

Cost volume profit analysis

Relevant cost and decision making

Activity-based costing

Zero based budgeting

Standard costing

Divisional performance measures and transfer pricing

Pre-requisite modules MAC241 or

MAC234


Prohibited module Combination MAC314



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Assignments & tasks: - Practicals p.w. 0


Assessments 9

Selfstudy 85



50% Final mark

Examination:

50% Total mark




Module Topic Financial Management

Generic Module Name Financial Management 342

Alpha-numeric Code FIM342

Credit Value 15

Duration Semester

Proposed semester to be offered. 2nd

semester




Level 7

Year Level 3

Main Outcomes At the end of the module, students should be able to:

Calculate, analyse and evaluate investment, financing and

dividend decisions relating to an entity and its activities.

Main Content Valuations

Capital Budgeting

Management of working capital

Cost of Capital

Capital structure

Financing decisions

Dividends

Pre-requisite modules FIM242 or CFM221 and

MAC341 or MAC314


Prohibited module Combination FMA324



Assignments & tasks: - Practicals p.w. 0


Assessments 9

Selfstudy 85



50% Final mark

Examination:

50% Final mark


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Subject Area: Taxation


Level 2



Module Topic Taxation

Generic module name Taxation 228

Alpha-numeric code TAX228

Credit Value 10

Duration Semester



offered.

B.Com(Acc)


Level 6

Year Level 2


Identify the main provisions, identify and interpret relevant

information, and do basic calculations of the Income Tax

Act, The Value-Added Tax Act.

Identify the different concepts, interpret and analyse the

information in the framework for the determination of

taxable income and income tax

Main Content Gross Income, Exempt Income and Taxable Income

General Deductions Formula

Special Deductions

Individuals

Administration, Returns, Assessments, Objection and Appeal

Value-Added Tax, Donations Tax and Estate Duty

Taxation of capital gains

Pre-requisites ALC131or ALC132 and FIA214

Co-requisites None

Prohibited Combinations TAX242



Assignments & tasks:

Assessment 7

Practicals:

Selfstudy 51



Lectures p.w. 2

Practicals p.w.0

Tutorials p.w. 1


Test & Tutorials (DP): 40% of final mark

Examination: 60% of final mark


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Level 3




Generic module name Taxation327

Alpha-numeric code TAX327

Credit Value 30

Duration Year

Proposed semester to be offered. Year


offered.

B.Com(Acc) and


Level 7

Year Level 3


Identify the main provisions, identify and interpret relevant

information, and do basic and complex calculations of the

Income Tax Act, The Value-Added Tax Act and Estate duty

Act

Extract the relevant information required for the calculation

of a person’s liability for normal tax, value-added tax,

donations tax, provisional tax and turnover tax; and

Calculate a person’s liabilities for normal tax, value-added

tax, donations tax , provisional tax and turnover tax

Main Content Normal Tax

Business entities

Value-Added Tax

Donations Tax

Turnover Tax

Capital Gains Tax

Special rules on employees

Assessed losses

Trading stock

Provisional Tax

IT applications

Pre-requisites TAX228; and

FIA214 and FIA225

Co-requisites None

Prohibited Combinations TAX343




Assessment

Practicals: 12

Selfstudy 148



Lectures p.w. 3

Practicals p.w.0

Tutorials p.w.1





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Subject Area: Taxation

B Com (Financial Accounting) programme

Level 2




Generic Module Name Taxation 242

Alpha-numeric Code TAX242

Credit Value 10

Duration Semester

Proposed semester to be offered. Semester 2


will be offered

B Com (Financial Accounting) , B Com

Level 6

Year Level 2

Main Outcomes At the end of the modules students should be able to:

Define and identify the different components of the taxable

income framework.

Identify information required to calculate an individual’s

taxable income

Calculate an individual’s taxable income.

Identify and distinguish between different types of retirement

benefits.

Perform Retirement benefit calculations for an Individual.

Complete an individual’s tax return

Main Content Gross Income: General Definitions

:Special Inclusions

Exemptions

General Deductions: General Definition

:Special Deductions

Individuals

Retirement Benefit Planning


FIA131, and FIA132 AND

ALC131 or ALC132


Prohibited module Combination TAX228





Assessments 8

Selfstudy 26


Method of Student Assessment Tests , Tutorials and

Assignments (CAM):

50 % of final mark

Examination:

50% of Final Mark


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Level 3




Generic Module Name Taxation 343

Alpha-numeric Code TAX343

Credit Value 30

Duration Year

Proposed semester to be offered. Year module


will be offered


Level 7

Year Level 3

Main Outcomes At the end of the course the student should be able to :

Identify and apply the main provisions of the Income Tax Act,

The VAT Act, and the Estate Duty Act.

Extract and apply relevant information required for the

calculation of Income Tax, VAT, Donations Tax and Estate Duty.

Calculate a person’s liability for income tax, VAT, donations tax

and estate duty.

Identify and use relevant information to complete a VAT return.

Complete a salary reconciliation on an accounting software

package and complete a PAYE return.

Main Content Value Added Tax

Capital Gains Tax

Employees & Provisional Tax

Fringe Benefits

Donations Tax

Estate Duty

Administration

Companies & Closed Corporations

Capital Allowances & Recoupments

Assessed Losses

Dividends & Dividend Tax

Turnover Tax for Micro-businesses

Partnerships

Trading stock

Pre-requisite modules TAX242 or

TAX228


Prohibited module Combination TAX327





Assessments 15

Selfstudy 113


Method of Student Assessment Test , Tutorials &

Assignments(CAM)

Examination

50% of final mark

50% of final mark


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School of Business and Finance

Two majors are offered in the School – Management and Finance.

On completion of Management at the 2nd

year level, students may select Finance as a 3rd

year

major.

Admission to Finance as a major requires (MAN307 and MAN308) requires 55% in both

Finance modules (MAN235 and MAN234) at the 2nd

year level or a pass in MAN312.

Entrepreneurship and Insurance are offered as half subjects at the 3rd

year

First Year Level

Students who are registered for a degree in the Arts, CHS or Law faculties are required to complete

Introduction to the Economy and Business (IEB 133)in the 1st Semester before completing MAN 132 in

the 2nd

Semester (or MAN131 if taken the following year).

Management

First Year

Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE

Module Topic INTRODUCTION TO THE ECONOMY AND BUSINESS

Generic module name INTRODUCTION TO THE ECONOMY AND BUSINESS

Alpha-numeric Code IEB 131 (for non-EMS students)

IEB133 (for EMS Students)

IEB134 (Repeat module in the 2nd

semester)

Credit Value 15

Duration Semester

Module Type Programme – BCom.(Gen) Extended Curriculum, B.A., SRes or Law

Level 5


Explain the basic principles of economic theory and their

application in the South African economy

Understand the role of consumers, producers and the

government in the economy.

Describe and evaluate South Africa’s recent economic

performance.

Describe and evaluate the requirements for entrepreneurial

success in the SA economy

Describe/explain the principles of small business functions and

apply them to real world settings.

Demonstrate an understanding of the environment in which

small businesses operate.

Develop a business plan for a small business.

Main Content Introduction to Economics and basic economic principles

Overview of the South African economy

Perfect and imperfect competition

Production and costs

Role of entrepreneurship

The environment in which small business operates

Establishing a small business.

Principles underlying the main functional areas.

Compilation of the Business Plan

Pre-requisites None

Co-requisites Man131 or Man132 for 4-year programme students and Non-EMS

students


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Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table requirement per week




Selfstudy 57


Methods of Student Assessment Business Plan; Tutorial exercises; Oral Presentations; Semester Tests

(60%); Examination 40%

Home Department MANAGEMENT

Module Topic MAN131/132: PRINCIPLES OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Generic module name MAN131/132: PRINCIPLES OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Alpha-numeric Code MAN131 (1st Semester) MAN132 (2

nd Semester)

Credit Value 15

Duration Semester

Module Type University

Level 5

Main Outcomes At the end of the module students will be able to describe and

demonstrate an understanding of :

the nature of the business enterprise and its constituent

components

the process of establishing a business in South Africa

the internal and external environment within which businesses

operate

the requirements of successful entrepreneurs/ship.

the principles of managing the main functional areas

the basic management principles such as planning, organizing,

leading and controlling

the dynamics of working and completing tasks in a group

Main Content Overview of the business enterprise as a system

Historical development of the field of Management.

External and internal business environment

Entrepreneurship.

Establishing a business.

Principles of managing the main functional areas – marketing,

employment relations/human resources, operations and

finance

Functions of management – planning, organising, leading,

controlling

Pre-requisites IEB131 or IEB133 or IEB134

Co-requisites IEB131 or IEB133 or IEB134


Breakdown of Learning

Time (hours)

Contact with lecturer/tutor: 56 hours

Assignments and tasks: 30 hours

Tests and examinations: 7 hours

Self-study: 57 hours

Practicals: 0 hours

Total learning time: 150 hrs

Methods of Student

Assessment

Test(s); tutorials, assignments (60%)

Examination 40%.

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Second Year

Consists of 4 compulsory modules, 2 in each semester

BCom (Extended 4-year), BAdmin and students not registered for degrees in EMS may register for

Management or SME Management comprising the following modules:

MANAGEMENT

MAN231 Marketing

MAN235 Financial and Analytical Techniques

MAN233 Operations Management

MAN234 Business Finance

SME MANAGEMENT

MAN231 Marketing

MAN206 Finance for Small and Medium Enterprises

MAN201 Entrepreneurship

MAN233 Operations Management

Students registering for SME Management require 60% average for Man201, Man231, Man233 and

Man206 at the first attempt to major in Management at 3rd

year level.

Students who do not get 60% may register for SME Management at 3rd

year level but may not be able to

continue to Honours studies in Management.

Semester 1

Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE – MANAGEMENT

Module Topic MANAGEMENT – MARKETING

Generic module name MARKETING

Alpha-numeric code MAN231

Credit Value 10

Duration Semester (1st)


module is offered

BCom . BCom.(Law), B.Com (Finance), B.Com.(Management),

BCom.(Evenings), BAdmin, B.A.(SRM), BSc(CHS), BA (Tourism),

Bed (EMS)

Level 6

Main Outcomes At the end of the module, the student should be able to:

Describe, explain and apply the fundamental principles and

practices of marketing for profit-seeking and non profit-seeking

organizations

Develop marketing plans and formulate strategies for various

types of organizations.

Main Content Strategic Marketing planning and environmental analysis

Product, pricing, distribution and promotion strategies

International marketing

Pre-requisites MAN 111 and MAN 121/ MAN131/MAN132; ALC131/ ALC132 or

equivalent

Prohibited Combination None


Time

Hours B. Time-table of Requirement per week


Assignments & tasks: 10 Lectures p.w. 1.5

Tests & examinations: 5 Practicals p.w 0

Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w 1

Selfstudy 45

Other: Groupwork 7

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Methods of Student

Assessment

Tests and Assignments (60%)

Final Assessment (40%)

Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE – FINANCE

Module Topic MANAGEMENT – FINANCE & ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES

Generic module name FINANCIAL AND ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES


Credit Value 10



module is offered

BCom , B.Com (Finance), B.Com.(Management), BCom(Law),

BCom(Evenings), BAdmin

Level 6

Main Outcomes This module is a preparation course for MAN 234 (Finance). At the

end of the module students should be able to demonstrate the ability

to:

Conduct financial ratio analysis and interpret the results

Perform time value of money calculations

Explain and apply breakeven analysis and profit planning

techniques

Main Content Financial statement analysis

Time value of money

Break-even analysis and profit planning

Working capital management

Computer simulations

Pre-requisites MAN 111 and MAN 121/MAN 131/MAN 132; QSC131/ QSC132/

QSA131/ MAM126/ ECO135/STA 132/ BUS131/BUS132

Co-requisites Man 234; ACM131/132 or FIA131/FIA141; BUS131

Prohibited Combination None


Time

Hours B. Time-table of Requirement per week


Assignments & tasks: 16 Lectures p.w. 1.5



Selfstudy 43

Other: Groupwork


Methods of Student

Assessment

Tests and Assignments (60%)


Semester 2

Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE –MANAGEMENT

Module Topic OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT

Generic Module name OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT

Alpha numeric Code Man 233

Credit Value 10


)


module is offered

BCom , B.Com (Finance), B.Com.(Management), BCom (Law), BCom

(After Hours), BAdmin, B.A (SRM), B.A (Tourism), B.Ed (EMS)

Level 6

Main Outcomes At the end of the module, the student will be able to:

Demonstrate knowledge of basic operations management concepts

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Develop an understanding of how to use basic operations

management techniques

Apply the operations management concepts and techniques to

analyse and improve operations

Main Content Basic concepts of operations management

Operational process types & management

Forecasting & capacity management

Production & service planning

Inventory and supply chain management

Quality management & implementation of lean operations

Pre-requisites MAN 111 and MAN 121/ MAN131/MAN 132; ALC131/ALC132;

QSC131/ QSC132/QSA131 (50%) or MAN206 (Finance for SME’s)

(40%)

Co-requisites None


Breakdown of Learning Hours B. Time-Table Requirements per week

Contact with lecturer /

tutor:

33 Lectures p.w. 2 (1 x1) 1.5

Assignments & tasks: 10 Tutorials p.w 1


Practicals: .

Selfstudy/Preparation 45

Other: Test/Exam Prep 7


Method of Student

Assessment

Tutorials & tests (60%)


Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE –MANAGEMENT

Module Topic MANAGEMENT – BUSINESS FINANCE

Generic Module name MANAGEMENT – BUSINESS FINANCE

Alpha numeric Code MAN234

Credit Value 10


)


module is offered

BCom, B.Com (Finance), B.Com.(Management), BCom (Law),

BCom (Evenings), BAdmin

Level 6

Main Outcomes At the end of the module students will be able to:

Understand the relationship between risk and return

Value assets and bonds

Analyse options when investing in assets

Identify and determine the cost of capital of various financing

options

Main Content Risk and return

Valuation of assets

Capital budgeting

Working Capital Management

Pre-requisites MAN 111 and MAN 121/MAN131/MAN132;

QSC131/QSC132/QSA131 MAN126; BUS131/BUS132; MAN 235

(40%)

Co-requisites None



Time Hours B. Time-Table Requirements per week

Contact with lecturer / tutor: 35 1

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Assignments & tasks: 16 Lectures p.w.1.5

Tests & examinations: 6 Tests 6 x 1

Examination 1x2

Practicals: Tutorials p.w 1

Selfstudy 43


Method of Student

Assessment

Tutorials & tests (60%)


Home Department SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE –

Module Topic ENTREPRENEURSHIP – STARTING A SMALL BUSINESS

Generic module name ENTREPRENEURSHIP – STARTING A SMALL BUSINESS


Credit Value 10

Duration Semester


module is offered

B.Com.(Management), BCom (Extended), BAdmin, B.A (SRM),

B.A (Tourism), B.Ed (EMS), BSc (CHS)

Level 6

Main Outcomes The module aims to develop a broad understanding of factors to be

considered when starting a new business. At the end of the module,

the student should have demonstrated an understanding of the:

Enterprise development and entrepreneurship as fields of

study

The relationship between entrepreneurship, enterprise

development and economic growth in South Africa.

Challenges facing entrepreneurs and enterprise development

policies

Procedures for starting the enterprise

Tools and reporting techniques to communicate the venture

with interested parties requirements of a business plan for

starting a small enterprise

Main Content Entrepreneurship and enterprise development policy and

practice

Overview of successful enterprises

Characteristics of successful entrepreneurs

Establishing a new enterprise

Business plan components

Procedures in developing a business plan

Pre-requisites MAN111 and MAN121/MAN131/MAN132, ALC131/ALC132 or

equivalent

Co-requisites MAN206


A. Breakdown of Learning time Hours

Contact with Lecturer/tutor: 35


Assessment (test and

examinations)

5

Practicals 0

Selfstudy 50


Assessment Type e.g.

(CAF)



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Module Topic FINANCE FOR SMALL & MEDIUM ENTERPRISES

Generic Module Name FINANCE FOR SMALL & MEDIUM ENTERPRISES

Alpha-numeric Code MAN206

Credit Value 10

Duration Semester

Proposed semester


will be offered

BAdmin., B.A(SRM), BA (Tourism), BSC (CHS), BEd (EMS

subjects), BCom (Extended)

Level 7

Main Outcomes At the end of the module, students should be able to demonstrate

an understanding of:

Different sources of SME funding and decision tools used to

choose between them;

Tax implications for different types of enterprise forms

Preparation of capital and operational budgets for SMEs and

decisions regarding sources of financing for SMEs;

How to determine the cost price of a product or service

Main Content Application of key finance techniques to address the practical

challenges faced in financing a growing SME:

Sources of funding available, including state support,

venture capital and private equity funding;

Working capital management;

Different enterprise forms and their financial/tax

implications;

Budgeting and planning techniques; and

Costing

Pre-requisite modules MAN111 and MAN121/MAN131/MAN132; ALC131/ALC132/

EED or equivalent

Co-requisite modules MAN201






Assessments: 7

Selfstudy 30

Other:Class preparation 10


Assessment Type Assignments; projects; tests (60%);

Final assessment (40%).

Third Year

Three majors are offered in the School of Business and Finance – Management, Finance and SME

Management (each comprising four 15-credit modules)

Students may also register for half majors (each comprising two 15-credit modules). Half majors will be

phased out after 2015

Management

Compulsory Modules:

Management 314 and 304

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Electives:

Any of the following pairs of modules (2 x 15 credits) if offered

a. Management MAN 305 and 312

b. Management MAN 305 and MAN325

c. Management MAN 303 and 306

d. Finance MAN 307 and 308 (Investments)

e. Insurance IST309 and IST310

Finance

Compulsory Modules:

Management MAN 305, 307, 308 and 312

SME Management

Compulsory Modules:

Management 314 and Management 325 Project Management

Electives:

One of the following pairs of modules ( 2x15 credits)

a. Management MAN303 Service Marketing and MAN306 Retailing

b. Entrepreneurship MAN333 Business Law for SME’s and MAN339 SME Business Planning (if offered)

MANAGEMENT DIVISION


Module Topic RESEARCH AND COMMUNICATION FOR BUSINESS

Generic module name RESEARCH AND COMMUNICATION FOR BUSINESS


Credit Value 15

Duration Semester 1


module is offered

BCom ,B.Com (Finance), B.Com.(Management),

BCom(Extended), BCom (Law), BCom (After Hours), BAdmin,

Relevant non-EMS degrees.

Level 7

Main Outcomes The module aims to develop communication and research skills in

an integrated manner. On completion, students should have

demonstrated the ability to:

Explain all elements of the business research process

Formulate research questions and design a simple study

Conduct a literature review on a contemporary business

topic

Collect and analyse relevant data and compile it in a

comprehensive report

Conduct professional oral and written business

communications relating to the research project utilizing

appropriate technology

Main Content The research process and business communication models

Research questions, design and literature reviews

Research project planning and proposal writing

Qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection

Analyzing data reporting findings

Oral and written types of professional business

communications, incuding email, letters, proposals and

presentations

Pre-requisites MAN131/MAN 132 OR MAN 111 and 121; QSC131/QSC132/

QSA131/MAM126; ALC131/ALC132; MAN 231; MAN 233;

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MAN235/MAN 234/MAN201 and MAN206

Co-requisites MAN 304

Prohibited Combinations ADM622

Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week


Assignments & tasks: 40 Lectures p.w. 2

Tests & examinations: 5 Practicals 0

Practicals: 0 Tutorials 1

Selfstudy 45

Other: Class Prep 20


Method of student assessment Research Project; Tutorial exercises, Oral Presentation and written

business communication; Semester Test (60%); Final Assessment

(40%)


Module Topic STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT

Generic module name STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT


Credit Value 15

Duration Semester 2


is offered

BCom, BCom(Finance), BCom(Management), BCom(Extended),

BCom (Law), BCom (Evenings), BAdmin

Level 7

Main Outcomes At the end of the module, the student will be able to:

(a) demonstrate a conceptual understanding of the analytical tools

used to:

Manage the process strategy formulation, choice and

implementation.

Analyse the external business environment that companies

compete in

Identify resources and capabilities to sustain competitive

advantage

Develop the mission, vision and the strategic objectives

Select and choose appropriate corporate, competitive and

functional strategies in an integrated manner

Implement and monitor selected strategies

(b) apply the above analytical tools to case studies

Main Content Strategy and strategic management

Analysis of macro, competitive and internal business

environments

Developing mission, vision and a strategic objectives

Strategic leadership, organizational culture and values

Formulating and integrating corporate competitive and

functional strategies

Competitive advantage and strategic choice

Systems to implement strategy

Pre-requisites MAN131/MAN 132 OR MAN 111 and 121;

QSC131/QSC132/QSA131/MAM126; ALC131/ALC132;

MAN231, MAN 233; MAN 235/MAN234

Co-requisites MAN 314; MAN234




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Tests & examinations: 15 Practicals 0

Practicals: 0 Tutorials 1

Selfstudy 55


Method of student assessment Research Project; Tutorial exercises, Oral Presentation and

written business communication; Semester Test (60%); Final

Assessment (40%)


Module Topic SERVICES MARKETING

Alpha-numeric code MAN 303

Credit Value 15

Duration Semester (2ND

)


is offered

BCom; B.Com.(Management), BCom(Extended), BCom (Law),

BAdmin, Relevant non-EMS degrees

Level 7


ability to:

Describe and apply the fundamental principles of services

marketing

Analyse and interpret customer expectations and perceptions

Design customer service recovery strategies

Main Content Consumer behaviour in services

Customer expectations and perceptions

Service delivery

Managing demand and supply in services

Pre-requisites QSC131/QSC132/QSA131/MAM126; ALC131/ALC132; MAN

231, MAN 233, MAN 234/MAN 235/MAN201 and MAN206






Tests & examinations: 6 Practicals p.w. 0


Selfstudy 70


Methods of Student Assessment Tests, Assignments (60%)



Module Topic RETAIL MANAGEMENT

Generic module name RETAIL MANAGEMENT

Alpha-numeric code MAN306 (111306)

Credit Value 15

Duration Semester


module is offered

BCom , BCom (Law), BAdmin, Relevant non-EMS degrees

Level 7

Main Outcomes At the end of the module, students will have demonstrated an

understanding of:

The significance and characteristics of retailing.

The role that retailing plays within the economy.

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The effect environmental factors have on retailing

The delivery of adequate customer service

Planning basic retailing mix strategies

Main Content Nature of Retailing

Retail Institutions

Retail Environment

Buying Behaviour of Consumers

Legal and Ethical Aspects of retailing

Retail organization and Human resources

Store Facilities Management

Merchandise Management

Merchandise Logistics

Pricing

Customer Service


231, MAN 233; MAN 234 or MAN 235 or Man201 and Man206 .








Selfstudy 70


Methods of Student

Assessment

Case Studies, Tests, Assignments, Tutorials (60%); Final

Assessment (40%)


Module Topic MANAGEMENT – EMPLOYEE MANAGEMENT

Generic module name EMPLOYEE MANAGEMENT


Credit Value 15

Duration Semester 1 (Evenings only)


module is offered.

BCom (Evenings), BAdmin (Part-time).

Credit 7

Main Outcomes At the end of the module, students should demonstrate

an understanding of :

Main challenges in managing employment relations (ER) and

employees in South Africa

The field from the perspectives of different disciplines and the

roles of management, labour and government

How management can select a coherent philosophy about

employees individually and collectively

How human resources can be effectively developed and

utilized to enhance effectiveness

(b) practical competencies in negotiations and in conducting simple

research projects

Main Content Conceptual frameworks for ER

Historical and environmental context

Trade union, management and state approaches

Bargaining, negotiations and dispute resolution

Human resource strategy

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Employee and union participation in decision-making

Employment Equity

Compensation and performance management

Training and skills development

Flexible utilization of labour

Pre-requisites QSC131/QSC132/QSA131/MAM126; ALC131/ALC132;

MAN231, MAN233, MAN235 or MAN234

Co-requisites None






Selfstudy 68


Methods of Student

Assessment

Tests, tutorials, research assignments (60%); Final Assessment

(40%)


Module Topic MANAGEMENT – CAPITA SELECTA

Generic module name CAPITA SELECTA

Alpha-numeric code MAN332 (111029)

Credit Value 15

Duration Semester


module is offered.

BCom, BCom(Finance), BCom(Management), BCom (Law),

BCom.(Evenings), BAdmin

Level 7

Main Outcomes Outcomes will vary depending on the course content

Main Content Subject to the availability of visiting academic staff

Pre-requisites None

Co-requisites None




Assignments & tasks: 40 Lectures p.w.

Tests & examinations: 7 Practicals p.w.

Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w.

Selfstudy 63


Methods of Student

Assessment

Tests, assignments, presentation, tutorial exercises (60%); Final

Assessment (40%)


Module Topic PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Generic Module Name PROJECT MANAGEMENT MAN325

Alpha-numeric Code MAN325

Credit Value 15

Duration Semester

Proposed semester 2


will be offered

BCom. (Gen), BCom(Management), BCom.(Law), BAdmin.,

BCom.(4 year), other programmes which permit Management as a

major.

Level 7

Main Outcomes At the end of the module, the students will have demonstrated :

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An understanding of the need for project management and the

role of project managers

An understanding of:

o the Project Management Processes and how to

apply these processes to effectively manage a

project through its life cycle

o the expert Knowledge Areas required to succeed in

Project Management

An understanding of the relationship between the inputs, tools

and techniques and expected outcomes of each knowledge

area

How to apply the above in order to plan a project effectively

The ability to assess the viability of a project proposal

Main Content Introduction to Project Management

Role and characteristics of project managers

Project Management Processes and Actions

Initiating, Planning, Executing and Controlling Processes

Closing Activities

Key Knowledge and Competence Areas

Project Scope, Cost, Time & Quality Management

Project Communication and Procurement Management

Project Stakeholder and Social Compact Management

Project Risk Management

Project Integration Management

Project planning and evaluation

Pre-requisite modules QSC131/QSC132/QSA131/MAM126; ALC131/ALC132,

STA131/132/BUS131/132; MAN233; MAN234 or MAN235 or

MAN206 and MAN201

Co-requisite modules MAN305 or MAN324 or MAN339


A. Breakdown of Learning time Hours B. Time-table Requirements per week

Contact with lecturer/tutor 40 Lectures p.w 2

Assignments & Tasks 30 Practicals pw 0

Practicals 0 Tutorials pw 1

Tests & examinations 7

Selfstudy 42

Class preparation 31


Methods of Student Assessment Assignments, tests; tutorial exercises; project (60%) and

examination (40%)


Module Topic BUSINESS LAW FOR SMES

Generic module name BUSINESS LAW FOR SMES


Credit Value 15

Duration Semester


is offered.

BCom, BCom(Finance), BCom(Management), BCom(Extended),

BAdmin, BA (Tourism) BA (SRM), BSc(CHS), B.Ed(EMS)

Level 7

Main Outcomes At the end of the module, the student should have demonstrated

Knowledge of the establishment, trading and labour laws and

regulations that affect the small business owner

Understanding of the implications of each law for operating a

small business.

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Main Content Key legislation relating to SMEs:

Contract law

Statutory requirements that impact on the operations of SMEs

Tax and trading legislation

Labour laws – Basic Conditions of Employment, Labour

Relations, Employment Equity and Skills Development.

Pre-requisites MAN 111 and MAN 121/ MAN131/MAN 132, ALC131/ALC132

or equivalent; MAN201 and MAN206 OR MAN231, MAN233 and

MAN234/MAN 235.


Prohibited Combinations MAN205





Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w. 0 1

Selfstudy 63


Methods of Student

Assessment

Assignments, Tutorials, Test and Project (60%)



Module Topic SME BUSINESS PLANNING

Generic module name SME BUSINESS PLANNING


Credit Value 15

Duration Semester - full time only (until 2013)


module is offered.

BCom.(Extended), BAdmin, BA (Tourism), BA (SRM), BSc(CHD),

Bed (EMS)

Level 7

Main Outcomes At the end of the module, the student will have demonstrated:

An understanding of the challenges of establishing, operating

and growing a small enterprise in a competitive market

The ability to choose a viable business form for a new venture

The ability to prepare a comprehensive business plan to start and

manage their own viable small enterprise

The ability to utilize analytical and productivity tools to improve

SME performance

An understanding of the role of forming networks, alliances and

partnerships to create business opportunities

Main Content This module provides an intensive coverage of the various aspects of

engaging in a new business venture, including:

Starting or acquiring a small business or franchise;

conducting practical SWOT analysis and identifying Critical

Success Factors in the sector

Planning and operating various kinds of small businesses

The business plan as a tool to secure financing, operate and

grow the business

Business analysis and productivity improvement

Creating and managing networks, alliances and partnerships

with other businesses

Pre-requisites QSC131/QSC132/QSA131/MAM126; ALC131/ALC132 or

equivalent; MAN 231, MAN 233; MAN234/MAN235/MAN206 and

MAN201


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Selfstudy 65


Methods of Student

Assessment

Draft plan, Presentations, Executive Summaries, Individual Project,

Tests (60%)

Summative Assessment: Business Plan (40%) FINANCE DIVISION


Module Topic FINANCIAL AND ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES

Generic module name FINANCIAL AND ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES

Alpha-numeric code MAN 305

Credit Value 15



module is offered

BCom ;B.Com (Finance), B.Com.(Management), BCom(Extended),

BCom (Law), BCom (Evenings), BAdmin

Level 7

Main Outcomes

At the end of the module, the student should be able to demonstrate

an understanding of and the application of various types of

mathematical decision-making and forecasting models to financial

and operations problems

Main Content

Decision and transportation analysis

Regression analysis and forecasting

Inventory control models and linear programming

Network models

Project Management

Computer simulation models


233, MAN 234(55%), MAN 235(55%)

Co-requisites MAN 312 or MAN 325







Selfstudy 73


Methods of Student

Assessment

Tests, Assignments (60%)



Module Topic INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT

Generic module name INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT


Credit Value 15

Duration Semester


module is offered

BCom, B.Com (Finance), BCom(Extended), BCom (Law), BCom

(After Hours)

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Level 7

Main Outcomes At the end of the module, students will demonstrate the ability to

Explain the Investment Environment

Utilize investment management analytical tools

Perform company and share valuations

Main Content Selecting investments in a global market

Organization and functioning markets

Security Market Indicator Series

Market Efficiency

Portfolio Management and Asset-pricing Models

Investor constraints and objectives


234 (55%) and MAN 235 (55%) or MAN 312








Selfstudy 73


Methods of Student

Assessment

Tests, Tutorials, project (60%);



Module Topic FINANCE – INVESTMENT ANALYSIS

Generic module name INVESTMENT ANALYSIS


Credit Value 15

Duration Semester 2


module is offered.

BCom.(Gen), B.Com (Finance), BCom(Law), BCom.(Evenings)

Level 7

Main Outcomes At the end of the module, the student will have demonstrated the

ability to:

Value investment securities

Hedge investments using derivative securities

Main Content Introduction to Security Valuation

Introduction to Fixed Income Security Analysis

Convertible Securities

Hedging financial risk

Introduction to the valuation of derivative instruments

Technical Analysis

Real estate and other tangible investments


234 (55%), MAN 235 (55%) or MAN 312; MAN 307 (40%)







Practicals: 0 Tutorial p.w 1

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Selfstudy 73


Methods of Student

Assessment

Tests, project, assignment (60%); Final Assessment (40%)


Module Topic FINANCE/MANAGEMENT - SHORT TERM INSURANCE

Generic module name SHORT TERM INSURANCE

Alpha-numeric code IST309

Credit Value 15

Duration Semester


module is offered

BCom., BCom(Finance), BCom. (Law), BCom.(Evenings), BAdmin.

Level 7

Main Outcomes Students should be able to demonstrate

a) an understanding of:

Legal and tax issues of Insurance contracts

Personal and Commercial Insurance

The FAIS Act and its implications

Legal and Taxation Principles

Relationship of Insurance Products and their risks

b) an ability to identify and analyse insurance risk

Main Content Risk Management

The Law of Contract

Basic insurance Principles

The insurance Market in South Africa

Personal and Commercial Insurance Policy

The Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act (FAIS)


Legal Framework – Insurance Environment

Pre-requisites QSC131/QSC132/QSA131/MAM126; ALC131/ALC132; MAN 231,

MAN 233, MAN 235, MAN 234

Co-requisites IST310



Contact with lecturer / tutor: 40 Lectures p.w.

Assignments & tasks: 30 2

Tests & examinations: 7 Tutorials p.w. 0

Practicals: 0 Practiacls p.w. 1

Selfstudy 73


Methods of Student

Assessment

Case Studies; Tutorials; Assignments; Oral Presentation; Semester

Test (60%); Final Assessment (40%)


Module Topic FINANCE/MANAGEMENT - LONG TERM INSURANCE

Generic module name LONG TERM INSURANCE AND RETIREMENT FUNDS

Alpha-numeric code IST310

Credit Value 15

Duration Semester 1


module is offered.

BCom, BCom(Finance), BCom (Law), BCom.(Evenings), BAdmin

Level 7

Main Outcomes Students should be able to demonstrate

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(a) an understanding of:

Risk and Insurance

Legal Framework of Retirement Funds

Different types of Retirement Funds and associated risks

Defined Benefit and contribution Funds

The FAIS Act and its implications


Life Insurance – Product Analyses

b) an ability to perform basic insurance risk analysis

Main Content Retirement Funds

Risk an Insurance

Different types of Retirement Funds

Group Benefits

Life Insurance

Pre-requisites QSC131/QSC132/QSA131/MAM126; ALC131/ALC132; MAN 231,

MAN 233, MAN 235, MAN 234

Co-requisites IST 309



Time

Hours B. Time-table Requirement per week





Selfstudy 73


Methods of Student

Assessment

Case Studies; Tutorial exercises; Assignments; Oral Presentation;

Semester Test (60%); Final Assessment (40%)

Home Department School of Business and Finance – Finance Division

Module Topic Finance Research and Communication

Generic Module Name Finance Research and Communication

Alpha-numeric Code FRC311

Credit Value 15

Duration Semester

Proposed semester to be offered Semester 1 (not offered in 2013)


offered

B.Com.(Finance)

Level 7

Year Level 3

Main Outcomes The module aims to develop communication and research skills

in an integrated manner. On completion, students should be able

to:

1. Explain the finance research process

2. Formulate research questions and identify research

objectives.

3. Design a simple finance research project

4. Conduct a literature review on a finance topic.

5. Produce a basic seminar paper

6. Conduct professional oral and written communications

relating to the research project using appropriate technology

Main Content 1. Basic Research processes in finance.

2. Research topics in investment and corporate finance.

3. Prepare a finance research proposal

4. Basic computational research techniques.

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5. Research analysis and presentation.

6. Professional oral and written communications, including

letters, proposals, presentations and report writing

Pre-requisite modules MAN235 and MAN234

Co-requisite modules MAN305

Prohibited module Combination MAN314




Tests & Examinations: 7 Tutorials p.w. 1

Selfstudy 20

Seminar Paper 43


Method of Student Assessment Tests, Seminar Papers, Assignments, Presentation, Proposal

(60%) and Exam (40%)


Module Topic FINANCE/MANAGEMENT - FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

Generic module name FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT


Credit Value 15

Duration Semester 2


offered.

BCom. (Gen), BCom(Finance), BCom(Management), BCom.

(Law), BCom. (Evenings), BAdmin.

Level 7


ability to:

Use finance related analytical techniques

Evaluate the profitability of an enterprise

Determine project and enterprise risk

Analyse Fixed Income securities and shares and shares

Evaluate project feasibility

Main Content Time value of money.

Determination of cost of capital, return on equity.

Determination of bond and share prices.

Risk and return

Dividend policy

Growth theory

Evaluation of leasing

Pre-requisites MAN 234, MAN 235; QSC131/QSC132/QSA131/MAM126;

ALC131/ALC132; MAN 305 (40%)








Selfstudy 70


Methods of Student Assessment Tests, project, assignments (60%)


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Economics Module Descriptors

First Year

- BCom , BCom (Law) and BCom (Acc) students registering for the first time in 2009 will

register for ECO 134 in the 2nd

semester

- Students who are registered for a degree in the Arts, CHS, Education or Law Faculties are

required to complete Introduction to the Economy and Business (IEB) in the 1st semester

before completing ECO 134 in the 2nd

semester

- The module descriptor for Introduction to the Economy and Business is listed under the

School of Business and Finance and the Academic Development Department.

NB: 1. ECO 331 : Compulsory module

2. ECO 332 : Compulsory module

3. ECO 311: Required if student intends doing Honours in Economics

Module Name ECO 121: Microeconomics I

Home Department Economics

Module Code ECO121

Credit Value 15

Duration S

Module Type University Module

Level 5

Main Outcomes ECO 121 - Upon completion of this course learners should be in a

position to:

Make use of mathematical skills for graphical and algebraic

analysis.

Understand the foundational concepts of micro-economic

principles and its application.

Main Content Supply, demand, elasticity and simultaneous linear equations.

Introduction to the optimising behaviour of individual

households and firms and the coordination of these individual

decisions through markets.

Elementary theories of the consumer and the firm; non-linear

quadratic equations.

Pre-requisites None

Co-requisites None


Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer / tutor: 48 hours

Assignments & tasks: 10 hours

Tests & examinations: 15 hours


Practicals:

Other (specify):

Total learning time: 100 hours

Methods of Student Assessment Final Exam = 50%

Year Mark = 50% (Assignments; Class Tests; Technical Workshops)

Module Name ECO 122 Macroeconomics


Module Code ECO122

Credit Value 15

Duration S


Level 5

Main Outcomes ECO 122 - Upon completion of this course learners should be in a

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position to:

Understand the foundational concepts of macro-economic

principles and its application

Analyse and interpret macroeconomic data

Make use of mathematical skills for graphical and algebraic

analysis

Main Content The economic problem and the circular flow

The three sectors: monetary, public, foreign

Determination of national income and employment; Money,

prices and the banking system;

Inflation and economic growth / development;

The simple Keynesian model

Aggregate demand & supply and unemployment

Pre-requisites None

Co-requisites None






Practicals:

Other (specify):



Year Mark = 50% (Assignments; Class Tests; Technical

Workshops)

Faculty EMS

Home Department School of Government

Module Topic Introduction to Local Economic Development

Generic Module Name Introduction to Local Economic Development

Alpha-numeric Code LED111

Credit Value 15

Duration Semester



will be offered

BEcon

Level 7

Year Level 1


Define Local Economic Development

Explain the different local economic development activities

and strategies.

Describe the basic approaches, techniques and practices of local

economic development.

Main Content An overview of the following topics will be introduced to guide

the learner towards the more in-depth studies during the degree:

Introduction to Economic development, economic

development players, local economic development

Profiling a local economy

LED strategic planning

LED Marketing and attraction

Business retention and expansion

Entrepreneurial and small business development

Managing economic development organisations

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Prohibited module Combination





Test and Assessments 6

Selfstudy 33

Total Learning Time 150 hours

Method of Student Assessment CPA

Assessment Module type Formal assessment. i.e. Test, Assignment and group tasks

Home Department ECONOMICS

Module Topic PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS

Generic module name PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS

Alpha-numeric code ECO133(Full-time and Part-time)

ECO134 (Full-time only)

Credit Value 15

Duration Semester (ECO133: 1st semester and ECO134: 2

nd semester)

Programme in which the module

is offered

B.Com, B.Com (Law), B.Com (Human Resource Management),

B.Com (Information Systems), B.Com (Information Technology),

B.Com (Management), B.Com (Acc), B.Com (Acc Extended),

B.Com (Extended 4yr), B.Admin

Level 5

Main Outcomes Upon completion of this module, a student should be able to:

Define the foundational concepts of economic principles and

their application.

Main Content • The economic problem

• Mathematical tools – graphs and statistics

• Elementary theory of demand and supply

• Elasticity of demand and supply

• Markets in action

• Circular flow of economic activity

• Measuring GDP, economic growth and inflation

• Measuring employment and unemployment

• Money, inflation and the business cycle

Pre-requisites None

Co-requisites QSC131 or QSC132 or MAM126 or QSA131

IEB (Non- EMS students – subject to availability)


Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B.Time-table requirements per week


Assignments & tasks: 0 Lectures p/w 3

Tests & examinations: 10 Practicals p/w 0

Self-study: 74 Tutorials p/w 1

Other: Worksheets 10

Total learning time: 150


Continuous Assessment Mark = 50% (Tests; Tutorials)


Module Topic MACROECONOMICS

Generic Module Name MACROECONOMICS

Alpha-numeric Code ECO141

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Credit Value 10




B.Com, B.Com (Economics), B.Com (Finance), B.Com

(Financial Accounting)

Level 5

Main Outcomes Upon completion of this module students should be able to:

Define and do an elementary analysis of the foundational

concepts of macro-economic principles.

Analyse and interpret macroeconomic data.

Apply mathematical skills for graphical and algebraic

analysis relevant to Macroeconomics.

Main Content The economic problem and the circular flow.

The three sectors: monetary, public, foreign.

Determination of national income and employment; Money,

prices and the banking system.

Inflation and economic growth / development.

The simple Keynesian model.

Aggregate demand & supply and unemployment.

Monetary and fiscal policy


Co-requisite modules QSC131 or QSC132 or MAM126 or QSA131


Prohibited module Combination ECO133/134

A. Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B.Time-table Requirement per week





Practicals: 0


Method of Student Assessment Final Exam = 50%

Continuous Assessment Mark = 50% (Assignments, Tests,

Tutorials)

Assessment Module type Continuous and Final Assessment (CFA).


Module Topic MICROECONOMICS

Generic Module Name MICROECONOMICS


Level 5

Credit Value 10


semester)



B.Com, B.Com (Economics), B.Com (Finance), B.Com (Financial

Accounting)

Main Outcomes Upon completion of this module students should be able to:

Apply mathematical skills for graphical and algebraic

analysis relevant to Economics.

Define and do an elementary analysis of the foundational

concepts of micro-economic principles.

Main Content Supply, demand, elasticity and simultaneous linear

equations.

Introduction to the optimising behaviour of individual

households and firms and the coordination of these

individual decisions through markets.

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Elementary theories of the consumer and the firm; non-

linear quadratic equations.

Pre-requisite modules QSC131 or QSC132 or MAM126 or QSA131



Prohibited module Combination ECO133/134


Contact with lecturer / tutor: 48 Lectures p/w 3

Assignments & tasks: 10 Practicals p/w 0

Practicals: 0 Tutorials p/w 1


Self-study: 27



Continuous Assessment Mark = 50% (Assignments, Tests,

Tutorials)


Second Year Level

Module Name ECONOMETRICS



Credit Value 10

Duration Semester



will be offered

B.Com, B.Com (Economics), B.Com (Finance)

Year Level 2


Explain and do an elementary analysis of the foundational

concepts and principles of econometrics

Capture and process economic data for econometric analysis

Apply econometric skills to analyse and interpret elementary

economic data

Main Content Econometric theory and methodology

Correlation coefficient; bivariate regressions

Ordinary least squares and hypothesis testing

Using Excel to generate descriptive statistics and OLS regressions

Using E-Views for plotting graphs, doing econometric

calculations, and running bivariate and multivariate

regressions

Pre-requisites ECO121 or ECO141 or ECO135

Co-requisites None







Breakdown of Learning Time Hours Time Table Requirements per week

Contact with lecturer / tutor: 48 Lectures p/week 2

Assignments and tasks: 10 Practicals p/week

Tests & examinations: 15 Tutorials 1

Self-study: 27

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Practicals (technical workshops): 0



Continuous Assessment Mark = 50% (Assignments; Tests;

Tutorials)

Assessment Module Type Continuous and Final Assessment (CFA).



Generic module name MICROECONOMICS


Credit Value 10




module is offered.

B.Com, B.Com (Economics), B.Econ (4yr), B.Com (Finance),

B.Com (Law), B.Com (Information Systems), B.Com

(Management), B.Com (Information Technology),


Level 6


Explain the intermediate concepts of micro-economic principles

and their application.

Analyse and interpret graphs.

Apply mathematical skills for graphical and algebraic analysis.

Main Content Consumer behaviour

Production theory

Costing production

Profit maximization

Dropping assumption of perfect competition

Sales maximization

Pre-requisites 60% in ECO133 or 60% in ECO134

OR

ECO121 (B.Econ 4yr)

OR

ECO142

Co-requisites None







Practicals:




Tutorials)


Module Topic MACROECONOMICS

Generic Module name MACROECONOMICS


Credit Value 10



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is offered.


B.Com (Law), B.Com (Information Systems), B.Com

(Management), B.Com (Information Technology),


Level 6


Apply macro-economic theory

Use graphs and equations to explain macro-economic concepts

Apply macro-economic theory to South African economic

issues.

Main Content National Income

Components of GDP

Goods and Financial Markets

IS-LM model and AD-AS model

Unemployment and Inflation


OR

ECO122 (B.Econ 4yr)

OR

ECO141

Co-requisites None




Assignments & tasks: 20 Practicals 0

Tests & examinations: 7 Tutorials p/w 1

Self-study: 31



Continuous Assessment Mark = 50%

(Assignments; Tests; Tutorials)


Module Topic LABOUR ECONOMICS

Generic Module name LABOUR ECONOMICS

Alpha-numeric code ECO233

Credit Value 10


semester)



is offered.

B.Com (Economics), B.Com (Finance), B.Com (Law), B.Com

(Human Resource Management), B.Com (Management),

B.Admin

Level 6


Define and apply the basic concepts of labour economics (e.g.

economically active population, labour force participation

rate).

Apply the microeconomic tools to analyse labour market

outcomes (levels of wages and employment).

Define important issues such as labour productivity and unit

labour costs.

Discuss the impact of unions on wages, productivity and unit

labour costs.

Analyse and interpret the unemployment situation in South

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Africa.

Main Content Labour demand and supply in competitive and non-

competitive markets

Wages and productivity in South Africa

The economics of wages and collective bargaining

Unemployment in South Africa

Human Capital and the demand for skilled labour

Labour market inequalities and discrimination.


OR

ECO121 (B.Econ 4yr)

OR

ECO142

Co-requisites None







Practicals:






Module Topic PUBLIC SECTOR ECONOMICS

Generic Module Name PUBLIC SECTOR ECONOMICS


Credit Value 10


semester)



module is offered.


B.Com (Law), B.Com (Management), B.Admin,

B.Com (Extended 4yr)

Level 6


Identify and discuss the composition of the public sector in

South Africa

Critically evaluate the different views on the role of

government in an economy

Identify the challenges facing the South African government

Explain the basic principles of expenditure- and tax theory and

be able to apply these

Explain the basics of fiscal policy (including the budgetary

process) in South Africa.

Main Content Composition of public sector in South Africa

Views on role of government

Market failures (public goods; mixed and merit goods;

externalities; imperfect competition; macro-economic

instability; etc.)

Growth and changing composition of public expenditure in

South Africa

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Principles of taxation: equity and efficiency

Taxation in South Africa

Fiscal policy and the national budget


OR

ECO121 (B.Econ 4yr)

OR

ECO142

Co-requisites None




Assignments and tasks: 20 Practicals p/week 0


Self-study: 31






Module description INTERMEDIATE MATHEMATICAL ECONOMICS

Generic module name INTERMEDIATE MATHEMATICAL ECONOMICS


Credit Value 10


semester)



is offered.

B.Com (Economics), B.Com (Finance)

Level 6


Apply Mathematical skills to solve intermediate economic

problems (solving consumption equilibrium, production

equilibrium, IS-LM equilibrium, AD-AS equilibrium, etc.)

Discuss introductory Statistical and Econometric theories, and

apply the skills to derive relationships between economic

variables (relationship between consumption and income,

unemployment and inflation, etc.)

Apply Excel skills to solve statistical and econometric

problems, as well as to plot different types of graphs (line

chart, column chart, XY scatter plot, etc.)

Main Content Advanced differentiation techniques to solve economic

problems, e.g., product rule, quotient rule, chained rule, and

partial differentiation

Application of mathematical skills to solve intermediate

linear and non-linear economic problems, such as

consumption equilibrium (budget line vs. indifference

curves), production equilibrium (isocost lines vs. isoquants),

IS-LM curves and AD-AS curves

Introductory statistics for data analysis: Types of data,

summary statistics of data (mean, variance, etc.), confidence

intervals using normal distribution and t-distribution

Introductory econometrics: Methodology, Ordinary Least

Squares (OLS) theory, bivariate regressions vs. multivariate

regressions, interval estimation and hypothesis testing

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Introductory Excel skills for statistical and econometric

analyses, as well as plotting different types of graphs (line

chart, column chart, pie chart, XY scatter plots, etc.)


OR

ECO121 and ECO122 (B.Econ 4yr)

OR

ECO141 and ECO142

Co-requisites None




Assignments & tasks: 20 Practicals p/week 0

Tests & examinations: 7 Tutorials p/week 1

Practicals: 0

Selfstudy 31






Module Topic ECONOMETRICS

Generic Module Name ECONOMETRICS


Level 6

Credit Value 10




B.Com, B.Com (Economics), B.Com (Finance)


Explain and do an elementary analysis of the foundational

concepts and principles of econometrics

Capture and process economic data for econometric analysis

Apply econometric skills to analyse and interpret elementary

economic data

Main Content Econometric theory and methodology

Correlation coefficient; bivariate regressions

Ordinary least squares and hypothesis testing

Using Excel to generate descriptive statistics and OLS regressions

Using E-Views for plotting graphs, doing econometric

calculations, and running bivariate and multivariate

regressions

Pre-requisite modules 60% in ECO133 or 60% in ECO134

OR


OR

ECO141 and ECO142





Assignments & tasks: 10 Practicals p/w 0

Practicals: 0 Tutorials p/w 1


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Self-study: 27




(Assignments, Tests, Tutorials)


Third Year Level

The Department offers FOUR third level modules on a concurrent basis. The order of modules may

change from year to year. Each module may be presented in either semester. A student doing Economics

as a major subject should register for at least four third level modules including ECO331 and ECO332.



Generic module name MICROECONOMICS


Credit Value 15


semester)



offered.

B.Com, B.Com (Economics), B.Econ (4yr), B.Com (Law), B.Com

(Information Systems), B.Com (Information Technology), B.Com

(Extended 4yr), B.Admin

Level 7


Discuss and apply general equilibrium and welfare analysis

Critically analyse the behaviour of the firm under different

market structures

Analyse the firm’s behaviour using game theory

Explain and formulate the conditions for economic

efficiency

Main Content General equilibrium and Welfare Analysis

Market Structure and Competitive Strategy


OR


OR

ECO141 and ECO142 AND ECO231

Co-requisites None





Tests & examinations: 7 Practicals p/w 1 (meet class every alternate week)


Practicals: 7


Methods of Student

Assessment

Final Exam = 50%


(Assignments; Essay; Tests)


Module topic MACROECONOMICS

Generic module name MACROECONOMICS


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Credit Value 15


semester)



offered.


B.Com (Law), B.Com (Information Systems), B.Com (Information

Technology), B.Admin, B.Com (Extended 4yr)

Level 7


Critically analyse monetary and fiscal policy, particularly the

contesting approaches of the Neo-classical and Keynesian

schools

Model the theory of prices, output, inflation and

unemployment

Critically evaluate the abovementioned theories of

Macroeconomic Policy as applied in South Africa

Main Content Fiscal and monetary policy

The Phillips curve

The IS-LM model

The AD-AS model

The Mundell-Fleming model.

Government intervention in the macro-economy

Macroeconomic policy in South Africa


OR


OR

ECO141 and ECO142 AND ECO232

Co-requisites None







Practicals: 0


Methods of Student

Assessment

Final Exam = 50%

Continuous Assessment Mark = 50% (Assignments; Essay; Tests)


Module Topic INTERNATIONAL TRADE ECONOMICS

Generic module name INTERNATIONAL TRADE ECONOMICS


Credit Value 15


semester)



is offered.

B.Com, B.Com (Economics), B.Com (Finance), B.Com (Law),


Level 7


Critically evaluate the foundational concepts of international

economics

Critically apply tools of economic analysis to analyse

international trade

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Apply mathematical skills for graphical and algebraic analysis

of trade theory

Main Content Theories of why nations trade

Developments in trade theory

Instruments and impact of trade policy

Economic integration and cooperation

International trade and the Developing countries

Balance of payments, Exchange rates and International Trade


OR


OR

ECO 141 and ECO 142 AND ECO231 and ECO232

Co-requisites None

Prohibited Combinations None B.Time-table requirements per week






Practicals: 0






Module Topic DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS

Generic module name DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS


Credit Value 15




is offered.

B.Com, B.Com (Economics), B.Econ (4yr), B.Com (Law), B.Com

(Extended 4yr), B.Admin

Level 7


Model the foundational concepts of development economics

Critically analyse the levels and patterns of development of

developing countries

Critically analyse and interpret statistical data

Apply mathematical skills for graphical and algebraic analysis

of development issues

Main Content Determination of poverty and inequality

Growth and development experiences of developing countries

Agrarian change and industrialization strategies

Capital Flows, debt and finance


OR


OR

ECO141 and ECO142 and ECO232

Co-requisites None

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Practicals: 0






Module topic ECONOMETRICS

Generic module name ECONOMETRICS


Credit Value 15




is offered.

B.Com, B.Com (Economics), B.Com (Finance), B.Com (Law),


Level 7


Define and apply the basic elements of probability and

statistics

Apply the tools of econometrics to analyse the

relationship amongst different variables

Apply the econometric models within statistical

programs and interpret the results

Main Content Nature and scope of Econometrics

Basics of probability and statistics

The linear regression model: Ordinary Least Squares

(OLS), bivariate regressions, multivariate regressions,

confidence intervals and hypothesis testing

Different functional forms of regression models

Regressions on dummy explanatory variables

Introduction to E-Views

Regression analysis in practice: Multicollinearity,

autocorrelation and heteroscedasticity


OR


OR

ECO141 and ECO142 and ECO231, ECO232 and ECO242

Co-requisites None







Practicals: 0

Other: Computer Lab sessions 4


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(Assignments; Tests)


Module topic ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMICS

Generic module name ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMICS


Credit Value 15




module is offered.

B.Com (Economics), B.Com (Law), B.Admin

Level 7


Critically analyse the link between environment, natural

resources and economic theory

Apply economic principles to solving environmental problems

and discuss the limitations of standard microeconomic analyses

to treating environmental problems

Critically evaluate aspects of the free market, market failures and

externalities

Interpret and model the valuation of non-market

environmental/public goods and services

Main Content Modelling Environmental Problems

Modelling the Market Process

Modelling Market Failures

Modelling Solutions to Environmental Problems

Empirical and Practical Applications


OR

ECO121 and ECO122 (B.Econ 4 yr)

OR

ECO141 and ECO142 AND ECO231 and ECO234

Co-requisites None



Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28 Lectures per week 2

Assignments & tasks: 40 Practicals per week 0


Self-study: 75


Methods of Student

Assessment

Final Exam = 50%


Presentations and Research Project)


Module topic PUBLIC SECTOR ECONOMICS

Generic module name PUBLIC SECTOR ECONOMICS


Credit Value 15




module is offered.

B.Com, B.Com (Economics), B.Econ (4yr), B.Com (Law),


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Level 7


Critically evaluate the main theories of how public choices are made.

Discuss models which explain the growth of government

expenditure.

Critically analyse the economic effects of different types of

taxes.

Model fiscal and social policy.

Analyse the key principles of fiscal federalism.

Main Content Public Choice Theory

Public expenditure

Taxation

Fiscal federalism


OR


OR

ECO141 and ECO142 and ECO231, ECO232 and ECO234

Co-requisites None



Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28 Lectures per week 2

Assignments & tasks: 40 Practicals per week 0


Self-study: 75


Methods of Student

Assessment

Final Exam = 50%

Continuous Assessment Mark = 50% (Essay; Tests)

Faculty EMS


Module Topic Local Economic Development: Economic Profiling -Quantitative

Analysis

Generic Module Name Local Economic Development

Alpha-numeric Code

Credit Value 10

Duration Semester



will be offered

BEcon

Level 7

Year Level 2

Main Outcomes After completing this module, learners should be able to:

• Discuss appropriate features of economic profiling.

• Apply the concepts on a municipal, district, metro or

regional level.

• Describe and apply different research methodologies for

development information

• Explain fundamental development concepts

• Conduct basic calculations and data analysis as part of

compiling of a development profile of a local area –

focusing on a detailed economic analysis of the area

Main Content The following main topics are covered in the module:

• Definitions of Development

• Basic economic principles of indicator frameworks as an

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economic development tool

• Basic Research methodologies to apply statistics

• Basic excel skills for development profiling

• Practically compiling a local development profile for a local

area

Pre-requisite modules Introduction to Local Economic Development








Selfstudy 32 hours


Method of Student Assessment Continuous

Assessment


Faculty EMS


Module Topic Investment Promotion

Generic Module Name Investment Promotion

Alpha-numeric Code PUB424

Credit Value 15

Duration Semester



will be offered

BEcon

Level 8

Year Level 4

Main Outcomes At the end of this module a student should be able to:

Discuss practical skills required to be an efficient

practitioner in developing policy and strategies that are

useful in attracting appropriate investors into a municipality,

district, metro or region.

Analyze with practical skills to be used to analyze and

interpret specific investor needs and behavior.

Design tools that will enrich and support investor decision

makers in appropriate investor related decisions.


Investor Behavior and Psychology

Processes of Foreign Direct Investment

Regional Investment Promotion

Economic Development and Foreign Investment

Technology and Investment

Investment Policy and Strategy







Practicals: Tutorials p.w.

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Selfstudy 40



Assessment Module type Assignment writing

Test

Group tasks

Faculty EMS


Module Topic Local Economic Development: Enabling Mechanisms

Generic Module Name Local Economic Development: Enabling Mechanism

Alpha-numeric Code LED211

Credit Value 15

Duration semester

Proposed semester to be offered. First semester



BEcon

Level 7

Year Level 3

Main Outcomes After completing this module, participants should be able to:

Practically apply the various enabling mechanisms,

frameworks and tools available for economic

development.

Conduct an analysis of the national environment for

various configurations of the above enabling mechanisms

Design and use a sector competency template to

investigate the implications of each enabling framework

for the three sectors – public, private and civil

Identify and discuss the risks and benefits associated with

each of the enabling frameworks.

Identify economic development tools to develop business

cooperatives, clusters, corridors, zones innovation

incubators and technology hubs.

Design and complete various sector competency templates

Interpret data from sector competency templates

Engage with business, business chambers and industrial

support mechanisms


Mechanisms to plan and unlock economic development

potential of a municipality, district or metro.

Co-operatives, clusters, corridors, gateways and zones as

economic development tools.

Logic and dynamics to execute industrial formations and

their applicability.

Innovation incubators and technology hubs as economic

development tools

Competency templates

Pre-requisite modules Local Economic Development: Economic Profiling







Exams and Assessments 6 hours

144

Selfstudy 40 hours




Faculty EMS


Module Topic Managing Economic Development Organisations

Generic Module Name Managing Economic Development Organisations

Alpha-numeric Code PUB

Credit Value 15

Duration Semester



will be offered

BEcon

Level 8

Year Level 4


Define development based on the latest development

concepts and practically apply the concepts on a municipal,

district, metro or regional level.

Explain and apply different research methodologies for

development information

Explain fundamental development concepts

Conduct basic calculations and data analysis as part of

compiling of a development profile of a local area – focusing

on a detailed economic analysis of the area


Definitions of development

Basic economic principles of indicator frameworks as an

economic development tool

Research methodologies to apply statistics

Basic excel skills for development profiling

Practically compiling a local development profile for a local

area








Selfstudy 40




Test

Group tasks

Faculty EMS


Module Topic Public –Private Partnership

Generic Module Name Public –Private Partnership

Alpha-numeric Code PUB421

145

Credit Value 15

Duration Semester



will be offered

BEcon

Level 8

Year Level 4


Demonstrate an understanding of public procurement in the

context of municipal fiscal and good governance.

Describe the legal framework for public procurement in

Local Government.

Explain the role of PPP in leveraging private financing.

Articulate the different phases of the PPP Project Cycle.

Assess the process and the outcome of PPP

Main Content Good governance

Procurement in municipalities

Legal framework for public procurement in municipalities

Public-private partnership

Public-private partnership project cycles








Selfstudy 40




Test

Group tasks

Fare Share Module Descriptors

Home Department FAIR SHARE, SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT, FACULTY OF

ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES

Module description COMMUNICATION AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

Generic module name COMMUNICATION AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

Alpha-numeric code FSH121

Module numeric code 142000

Credit Value 10

Duration semester

Module Type Programme

Level 5

Main Outcomes To enable the learner to

Display a deeper understanding of communication as a vital

life skill;

Use communication tools for various purpose in the

workplace, especially for problem solving and critical

thinking;

Engage in consensual communication in the workplace, (

negotiation skills);

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Identify and practice different forms of writing for

organizational efficiency and needs, based on cross

curricular learning outcomes;

Plan and design reports, Plan and design reports, project

proposals, speeches and various forms of essay writing.

Main Content Writing skills development

Various aspects of speech communication

Report and proposals writing

Preparation of public speeches.

Pre-requisites None

Co-requisites None






Selfstudy 27


Methods of Student Assessment Practical assignments

Workplace assessment

Assignment writing

Group tasks

Assessment of speech/ oral communication ability



Module description DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS 1

Generic module name DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS 1



Credit Value 10

Duration semester


Level 5


Analyse numbers relevant to key economic indicators;

Read and understand graphs and key measurement

indicators used to assess economic growth and development;

Have basic knowledge of the policy that underlies, and

process followed to draw up budgets on a local, provincial

and national level;

Have the ability to identify and discuss the strengths and

weaknesses of various developmental paths.

Main Content The terms economic growth and how to measure it

Human development and the indicators thereof

A basic understanding of trends in SA’s economic growth in

general

A basic understanding of trends in employment, labour,

productivity and capital productivity.

A basic understanding of the National Budget and the ways

in which it impacts upon the lives of ordinary people from a

revenue and from an expenditure perspective

Pre-requisites None

Co-requisites None

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Practicals: 0

Selfstudy 27


Methods of Student Assessment Practical assignments

Group tasks

Class Tests



Module description DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS 11

Generic module name DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS 11



Credit Value 10

Duration semester


Level 5


Analyse numbers relevant to key economic indicators;

Read and understand graphs and key measurement

indicators used to assess economic growth and

development;

Have basic knowledge of the policy that underlies, and

process followed to draw up budgets on a local, provincial

and national level;

Have the ability to identify and discuss the strengths and

weaknesses of various developmental paths.

Main Content The terms economic growth and how to measure it

Human development and the indicators thereof

A basic understanding of trends in SA’s economic growth

in general

A basic understanding of trends in employment, labour,

productivity and capital productivity.

A basic understanding of the National Budget and the

ways in which it impacts upon the lives of ordinary people

from a revenue and from an expenditure perspective

Pre-requisites None

Co-requisites None






Practicals: 0

Selfstudy 27


Methods of Student Assessment Writing Assignment

Group tasks

Class Tests

Practical assignments

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Module Description LOCAL GOVERNANCE

Generic Module Name LOCAL GOVERNANCE

Alpha –numeric Code FSH127


Credit Value 10

Duration semester


Level 5

Main outcomes

To enable the learner to

Understand, analyse and critique the relationship between

municipalities, provision of services and the responsibility of

citizens;

Have a basic understanding of the nature of Local

Government;

Understand the various elements of community participation.

Main content

The legal and democratic nature of Local Government

The role of municipalities in community development

Knowledge and application of legislative requirements for

community participation

Various techniques of community participation

The relationship between municipalities, provision of services

and the responsibility of citizens

Pre-requisites None

Co-requisites None



Contact with Lecturer/tutor: 48

Assignments and tasks: 15

Tests and Examinations: 10

Selfstudy 27

Total learning time 100

Methods of student assessment


Assignment writing

Group tasks

Written tests



Module description ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Generic module name ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT



Credit Value 10

Duration semester


Level 5


Have increased knowledge and understanding about

organizational development processes and procedures;

Identify elements needed to develop sustainable and strong

community organizations and reflect on relations of power,

ethics and accountability.

149

Main Content A definition of Organisational Development and change

theories

How to do an organizational diagnosis

The planning, design and implementation of OD interventions

Pre-requisites None

Co-requisites None






Selfstudy 27


Methods of Student

Assessment Practical assignments


Assignment writing

Group tasks



Module description RESEARCH PROJECT

Generic module name RESEARCH PROJECT



Credit Value 10

Duration semester


Level 5


Formulate and understand a basic research problem/ hypothesis;

Have a basic understanding of the processes of conducting

research;

Design a research study;

Conduct a basic research study to apply the findings to improve

the identified problem;

Write a research report which describes the different steps in the

research process.

Main Content An introduction to Research

Different approaches/ methodologies

Different techniques in data gathering

The various processes of designing and conducting a research

project

How to write a research project

Pre-requisites None

Co-requisites None






Selfstudy 27


Methods of Student

Assessment

Production of a research report, based on a research study conducted

by the student.

150



Module description WORKPLACE LEARNING

Generic module name WORKPLACE LEARNING



Credit Value 40

Duration semester


Level 5


Through their work, display that they have acquired the

knowledge and skills of the areas that they have identified and

share it with a learning partner;

Apply the acquired knowledge and skills towards the growth

and development of their organizations and communities;

Identify and engage in integrated cross-curricular learning

activities.

Main Content The content of the curriculum forms the basis of the workplace

learning module.

Pre-requisites None

Co-requisites None






Practicals: 120

Selfstudy 60



Methods of Student

Assessment



Assignment writing

Group tasks



Module description TRAINING DESIGN AND FACILITATION OF COMMUNITY

DEVELOPMENT INTERVENTIONS

Generic module name TRAINING DESIGN AND FACILITATION OF COMMUNITY

DEVELOPMENT INTERVENTIONS



Credit Value 10

Duration semester


Level 5


Understand the latest developments around education,

Training and Development in South Africa;

Understand, critically analyse and implement Adult Learning

Theories;

Make choices i.t.o. content and methodology of community

interventions;

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Conduct learning needs assessment;

Define learning outcomes;

Plan, design, present and evaluate interventions like

workshops, seminars and campaigns;

Critically reflect on and evaluate their practices.

Main Content The latest developments around Education, Training and

Development in South Africa.

Adult Learning Theories.

Steps in the Education, Training and Development (ETD)

process

Pre-requisites None

Co-requisites None






Selfstudy 27


Methods of Student Assessment Practical assignment.

Group tasks.

Assignment writing.

Workshop presentations.



Module description GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT

Generic module name GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT



Credit Value 10

Duration semester


Level 5


Understand the meaning of gender and the distinction between

sex and gender;

Be aware of themselves as gendered beings;

Understand the meaning of gender stereotyping;

Understand socialization and how this impacts on gender

issues;

Understand women’s practical and economical needs and

strategic interests;

Have a basic knowledge of gender polices.

Understand the link between Gender and HIV/AIDS

Main Content Gender Policies

Gender Concepts

Women and the economy

Pre-requisites None

Co-requisites None





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Practicals: 0

Selfstudy 27


Methods of Student

Assessment Assignment writing.

Group tasks.

Oral assessment. Industrial Psychology General requirements: Students, who want recognition of Industrial Psychology as a major, must pass all modules. Students who wish to register for Honours must complete all Industrial Psychology modules. First Year Level: Consists of one semester module

Home Department INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY

Module topic INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY IN THE

WORKPLACE

Generic module name INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY IN THE

WORKPLACE

Alpha-numeric Code IPS131 (For non-EMS students only)

IPS132 (For EMS students only)

Credit Value 15

Duration S (2nd

semester)


Level 5

Main Outcomes IPS131/132 introduces students to basic constructs in the field

of Psychology and Industrial Psychology. Specifically,

students should be able to:

Explain basic psychology concepts and constructs

Describe Industrial Psychology within the field of Psychology

List and briefly describe the different personality theories

Explain individual differences at work

Briefly explain theories pertaining to Industrial Psychology

Explain the background to and nature of Industrial and

Oganizational Psychology

Describe the basic principles of managing people and their

behaviour in organizations.

Main Content Schools of thought in Psychology and Industrial Psychology

Individual behavioural processes

Social behaviour and processes

Personality in the work context

Employee and organizational well-being

Psychological methodologies

Pre-requisites None

Co-requisites None


Breakdown of Learning Time 56 hours

30 hours

8 hours

56 hours

150 hours

Contact with lecturer / tutor: 56 Lectures p/week

Assignments & tasks: 30 Practicals p/w


Self-study: 56


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Methods of Student

Assessment

Tests and assignments (continuous evaluation) 60%;

Final Examination 40%


Module Topic CAREER PSYCHOLOGY

Generic module name CAREER PSYCHOLOGY

Alpha-numeric code IPS231

Credit Value 10


semester)


is offered.

Bcom, BCom (4-year), BAdmin, BA

Level 6

Main Outcomes IPS 231 serves as an introduction to the field of career psychology.

At the end of the course students should be able to:

Explain the concept: Career;

Discuss the evolving concept of career development.

Identify and discuss relevant career development issues and its

impact on both individuals and organizations;

Discuss the dimensions of the Career Cycle;

List and discuss the life cycle of an individual and the impact

of each stage on his/her career;

Discuss the various stages of career development;

Identify and discuss the challenges related to each of the

career development stages;

Explain the role of the organization and the individual with

regard to career development

Main Content Understand the meaning of work

Career concepts and a Career Management Model

Career Choice

Career Anchors

Life and Career Stages

Organizational Choice

Changes in organizations and implications for careers

Organizational Support

Career Issues

Pre-requisites IPS132

Co-requisites None





Tests & examinations: 4 Tutorials p.w. 2

Practicals: 0 Practicals p.w.

Selfstudy 34


Methods of Student

Assessment


Continuous evaluation 60%


Module Topic PSYCHOMETRICS

Generic module name PSYCHOMETRICS


Credit Value 10


semester)

154


is offered.

BCom, BCom (4-year), BAdmin, BA

Level 6

Main Outcomes After completion of this course, students should be in position to:

Explain the nature, characteristics, uses and abuses of

psychometric tests.

Describe the legislative and ethical framework pertaining to

psychometric tests based on the roles played by various users

of psychological assessments;

Evaluate selection techniques and decisions and determine

fairness and bias involved.

Clarify and define competency-based assessment

Main Content Development, nature, characteristics, application and abuses of

assessment techniques and psychological tests.

Legislative and ethical framework governing test

administration

Multimodal methods of assessment

Competency-based assessment

Pre-requisites

IPS132 AND

BUS131 or BUS132 (BCom); OR

STA141 OR 141 (BAdmin/BA.)

Students must obtain a 50% pass mark in the above

modules.

Co-requisites None




Assignments & tasks: 34 Tutorials p.w. 2

Tests & examinations: 4 Practicals p.w

Practicals:

Selfstudy 34


Methods of Student

Assessment




Module Topic HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Generic module name HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT


Credit Value 10



is offered.

B.Com, B.Com (4-year), BAdmin, B.A.

Level 6

Main Outcomes IPS 233 serves as an introduction to the general field of personnel

management. At the end of this course students should be able to:

Recall and explain the history of human resources

management

Explain the major role(s) and functions of a Human Resources

Department;

Recognise and evaluate the importance of environmental

factors impacting on the management of human resources;

Apply knowledge of human resources functions in a real life-

simulated scenario;

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Main Content Foundations of Human Resource Management

Job analysis & job design

Employee recruitment, selection & induction

Internal staffing

Performance appraisal & performance management

Employee training, management, development & career

management


Co-requisites None




Assignments & tasks: 34 Lectures p.w.1



Selfstudy 34


Methods of Student

Assessment




Module Topic LABOUR RELATIONS

Generic module name LABOUR RELATIONS


Credit Value 10

Duration S


module is offered.

B.Com, B.Com (4-year), BAdmin, B.A.

Level 6

Main Outcomes IPS 234 introduces students to the field of labour relations in theory,

but also to the importance of sound labour relations between

employers and employees in practice, in South Africa, specifically

students should be able to:

Describe the environmental context of labour relations;

Explain the various parties involved in labour relations and

their respective roles;

Discuss the importance of promoting sound labour relations in SA

Main Content Labour relations theory and perspectives

The history of labour relations in SA

Environmental influence on labour relations

Trade unions; goals, strategies and organizations

Management strategy and employer organizations

The role of the state, government strategies and the state as

employer

South African labour law

Collective bargaining law

Employee participation

Workplace agreements and procedures

The negotiation process

Conciliation, arbitration and Labour Court adjudication

Strikes and lock-outs


Co-requisites None

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Assignments & tasks: 34 Lectures p.w.1


Practicals: 0 Tutorials p.w1

Selfstudy 34


Methods of Student

Assessment




Module Topic ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR

Generic module name ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR

Numeric Code IPS331


Credit Value 15


semester)


module is offered.


Level 7

Main Outcomes At the end of the course students should be able to:

Define the concepts of Organizational Behavior

Trace the historical development & schools of thought.

Identify and discuss the fundamental characteristics of the

field.

Critically discuss the theories of motivation and leadership.

Discuss the basic principles of group dynamics and team work.

Apply theories of Organizational Behaviour to selected cases.

Explain the impact of technology on modern organizations

Main Content Motivation in organizations

Group Dynamics & Team Work

Communication in Organizations

Decision-Making in Organizations

Influence, Power and Politics in Organizations

Leadership in Organizations

Organizational Structure & Design

Technology in Organizations

Managing Organizational Change

Managing Organizational Change

Pre-requisites Any three of the following (3) modules: IPS231, IPS232, IPS233

and IPS234

Co-requisites None

Prohibited Combinations IPS131/132 PLUS 331






Selfstudy 70


Methods of Student

Assessment

Final Examination 40%,

Continuous evaluation 60%,

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Module Topic RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

Generic module name RESEARCH METHODOLOGY


Credit Value 15

Duration Semester


module is offered.


Level 7

Main Outcomes After completion of this course students should be able to:

Discuss the logic of scientific research.

Handle practical problems encountered during research

Plan projects to solve problems

Conduct scientific research, inter alia, write a research

proposal, gather relevant information, analyse data, interpret

the information and come to appropriate conclusions.

Write a research report

Main Content Different methods of acquiring knowledge

The Scientific Method applied to social reality

Problem formulation, hypothesis formulation

Types of research design

Data collection, analysis and interpretation

Writing a research report

Pre-requisites Any three (3) of the following modules: IPS231, IPS232, IPS233,

IPS234

Co-requisites None

Prohibited Combinations IPS 131/132 PLUS 331






Selfstudy 70


Methods of Student

Assessment




Module Topic ERGONOMICS

Generic module name ERGONOMICS

Numeric Code IPS334

Credit Value 15


semester)


is offered.


Level 7

Main Outcomes On completion of this module students should be able to:

Think critically about underlying ergonomic principles,

theories and constructs

Be proficient in applying ergonomic principles/ aspects in the

design of workstations for both the able and disabled

individuals

Identify, analyze and evaluate ergonomic theory efficiently

and effectively and recommend solutions to selected cases

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Develop coherent arguments when evaluating ergonomic

theory/cases and recommending solutions

Main Content Explore the fundamental concepts of ergonomics

Apply ergonomics in the design/improvement of products,

equipment and the work environment

Compare the various human technology systems and

approaches

Address how humans process information

Identify how human performance is affected by task, machine,

workspace and environment

Consider the importance of anthropometric data in the design

of equipment

Address issues relating to workplace design (namely,

environmental factors, physical factors, psychological factors,

Interpersonal factors and temporal conditions of work) which

influence behaviour, health and safety and impact performance

and productivity

Should be able to apply ergonomic knowledge to ensure that

the needs of the special category of the population are

provided for

Be aware of how posture and movement impact on

performance and productivity and contribute to injuries

Develop an awareness of the special needs category of the

population (namely. Gender, pregnant women and the disabled

Ascertain how stress affects people and performance

Address ergonomics as part of a business strategy


IPS234

Co-requisites None







Selfstudy 70


Methods of Student

Assessment


Continuous Evaluation 60%


Module Topic CONSUMER BEHAVIOR

Generic module name CONSUMER BEHAVIOR


Credit Value 15

Duration Semester (1st

semester)


is offered.

BCom, BCom (4-year), BAdmin, B.A.

Level 7

Main Outcomes At the end of the module the students will be able to:

Define consumer behaviour

Describe the marketing concept

Describe market segmentation

Explain and contrast consumer research and compile a

questionnaire

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Describe individual consumer related aspects

Describe social and cultural consumer related aspects

Describe the consumer decision-making process

Explain the role of individual, social and cultural related

consumer aspects in consumer decision-making

Apply their knowledge of consumer behaviour in designing an

advertisement

Main Content Market segmentation and marketing concept

Consumer research

Consumer as individual:

Motivation

Personality

Perception

Learning

Attitude formation and change

Communication

Consumer in social and cultural setting:

Reference groups and family influences

Social class

Culture

Consumer’s decision-making process:

Consumer influence and diffusion of innovations

Decision-making and beyond


IPS234

Co-requisites None


Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Timetable Requirement per week


Assignments & tasks: 47 Lectures p.w 1

Tests & examinations: 5 Practical p.w.


Selfstudy 70


Methods of Student

Assessment




Module Topic NEGOTIATION AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION

Generic module name NEGOTIATION AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION


Credit Value 15

Duration S


is offered.


Level 5

Main Outcomes IPS 336 serves as an introduction to negotiation and conflict

resolution within the context of labour relations in South Africa. At

the end of the course students should be able to:

Apply conflict handling skills and handle negotiations in a

problem-solving manner.

Exert certain behaviour in negotiations that is conducive to

integrative bargaining.

Conclude negotiations and implement agreements successfully.

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Main Content The nature of conflict

The nature of negotiation

Competitive negotiation

Alternatives to competitive negotiation

Negotiation communication skills

Behaviour of successful negotiators


IPS234

Co-requisites None







Selfstudy 70


Methods of Student

Assessment




Module Topic TRAINING MANAGEMENT

Generic module name TRAINING MANAGEMENT


Credit Value 15

Duration S


is offered.


Level 7

Main Outcomes At the end of the module the student will be able to:

Identify international and local trends in HRD, with specific

reference to ETD practices and legislation (The Skills

Development Act, etc).

Comprehend the need for the establishment of a culture of life-

long learning in the workplace, and the transition from a focus

on training to a focus on performance improvement.

Describe and provide practical guidelines for each of the

phases of the training process – need analysis, designing and

planning, implementation and evaluation.

Design a basic training programme, based on needs analysis

conducted in a real work situation and taking into account all

factors involved in the management of the HRD function

(budgeting, administration, etc).

Main Content International and local trends in human resource development

The transformational purpose and principles underpinning the

skills development legislation

The learning organization and performance management

Conducting training needs analysis

Practical guidelines for the design of various interventions

Managing the HRD function (e.g. marketing, budgeting etc)

Guidelines for:

- technology-based learning (TBL)

- Adult Basic Education and

- Training (ABET)

- Multi-skilling

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- EE and diversity training

Conducting evaluation of a learning intervention in the

workplace using the most appropriate techniques, based upon

an outcomes-based assessment system.


IPS234

Co-requisites None







Selfstudy 70


Methods of Student

Assessment

Final Examination 40%, Continuous Evaluation 60% (Tests,

Assignments)

Information Systems Undergraduate Syllabus

PLEASE NOTE:

- The Department of Information Systems may decide to limit the number of students accepted into

IFS second- and third year modules depending on the amount of resources available. Selection, in

this event, will mainly be based on first year IFS marks.

- The IFS second year, Stream 2 modules (IFS 232, IFS 234) are not offered on a part time basis, and

only a limited number of students will be accepted for full-time modules. Students who wish to

register for this particular stream must submit their names to the Department of Information

Systems before the last day of classes of the previous academic year. Selection will be based on

first year IFS marks.

- IFS341, IFS342 IFS324 and IFS351 will not be offered on a part-time basis.

First Year: (Fundamentals of Information Systems)

Home Department INFORMATION SYSTEMS

Module topic INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION SYSTEMS

Generic module name INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION SYSTEMS

Module Code IFS131/132

Credit Value 15

Duration Semester

Module Type Faculty

Level 5

Main Outcomes At the end of this unit the student will:

Be able to utilize personal computer technology effectively and

productively.

Be able to use the computer to organise and manage

information at a personal level.

Understand the structure, activities & dynamics of organisations

Understand the role of information systems in different

organisations

Understand the place of the information systems department in

organisations

Be practiced in the workings of a typical business information

system

Main Content Introduction to computer hardware and software and using

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them.

Organisations & their activities and

The roles that IS play in organisations

Introduction to means whereby IS can improve business

performance

Pre-requisites None

Co-requisites None


Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer / tutor: 48 hours (16 weeks X 3 Lecture Slots)


Tests & examinations: 8 hours (3 x 2hr tests)


Practical: 32 hours (16 weeks X 2 tutorial slots)

Other (specify):


Methods of Student

Assessment

Theory tests & assignments, practical tests & assignments (60%), and

examinations (40%).

Second Year

Stream 1: (IFS Management)


Module Topic BUSINESS ANALYSIS

Generic Module Name BUSINESS ANALYSIS

Alpha-numeric code IFS231

Credit Value 20

Duration SEMESTER (1st Semester)

Level 6

Main Outcomes After the course students must demonstrate:

An understanding of the basic components of a business

process model including activities, data flows, data stores,

material flows, material stores, and external entities.

The ability to develop business process models from written

evidence and from interviews.

The capacity to critically appraise a business process model

for completeness and accuracy.

An understanding of the basic components of data and entity

relationship models including entities, associative entities,

relationships and data specification.

The ability to develop data and entity models from written

evidence and from interviews.

An understanding of normalization

The capacity to critically appraise a data or entity relationship

model for completeness and accuracy.

Main Content Introduction to systems analysis

Analysis and documenting of business processes

Data modeling

Foundations of database design

Pre-requisites B Com students (3 -year programme)

IFS131 or IFS132 and QSC131/132 or MAT126 and

ALC131/132

B Com students (4-year programme) and B Admin students

IFS 131 or 132 and QSC 131/132 or QSF131/132 and

ALC131/132

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BSc students (3year Programme)

IFS131 or IFS 132 and COS 101 and COS 114 or COS

124 and EED127 and MAT 105

BSc students ( 4year Programme)

IFS131 or IFS 132 and COS 101 and Intro to science

(ISC 153) and MAT 151 and MAT 152 OR

IFS 131 or IFS 132 and COS 101 and Physics 151 (2010) and

MAT 151 and MAT 152

Co-requisites None


Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time-table requirements per week

Contact with lecturer/tutor: 56

Assignment & tasks: 60 Lectures p.w. 3

Tests & Examinations: 20 Practicals p.w None


Self-study: 64


Methods of Student

Assessment

60% - Tests, assignments, tutorials.

40% - Final Assessment


Module Topic SYSTEMS DELIVERY MANAGEMENT

Generic Module Name SYSTEMS DELIVERY MANAGEMENT


Credit Value 20

Duration SEMESTER (2nd

Semester)

Level 6

Main Outcomes At the end of this module the student must:

Demonstrate the ability to develop refined simple project

networks.

Demonstrate an understanding of the basic characteristics of

work breakdown structures and have the ability to organize

them, from a detailed description of project and systems

requirements.

Be able to check and process basic timesheet data.

Demonstrate an understanding of the essential components of a

periodic project report and develop such a report from the basic

time sheet inputs and meeting notes.

Be able to identify the component parts of a systems test

Demonstrate an understanding of test scripts and an ability to

prepare such from systems requirement documentation.

Be able to explain and organize the implementation tasks

involved in handing a system over to the users, including

physical accommodation of the system, training and fault

reporting.

Demonstrate an understanding of the differences between

project completion meetings and post-implementation reviews,

and be able to plan and to report on them.

Main Content Project Planning & Control

Techniques for project control including network charts,

specification of tasks and deliverables, and the application of

time and work measurement.

Problems of completing the IS development work

Testing the quality of the completed system, and

Handing systems over and helping with user acceptance

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Pre-requisites IFS231

Co-requisites None


Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time- table requirements per week





Self-study: 64


Methods of Student

Assessment



Stream 2: (IS Development)


Module Topic INTRODUCTION TO CLIENT-SIDE SCRIPTING

Generic Module Name INTRODUCTION TO CLIENT-SIDE SCRIPTING

Alpha-numeric code IFS232 (1st Semester)

Module numeric code IFS232

Credit Value 20

Duration SEMESTER

Level 6

Main Outcomes After the course students must demonstrate:

The ability to understand and code HTML pages, and make

use of CSS attributes;

An understanding of the basic principles of object-oriented

computer programming;

The ability to design and code client-side browser applications

using the Javascript language

An understanding of the design and operating principles of

relational databases

Main Content Development of client-side browser application modules and

simple databases through an object-oriented scripting

approach

Pre-requisites IFS131/IFS 132 pass requirement at 60%, QSC131/132 &

ALC131/132

Co-requisites None





Tests & Examinations: 20 Practicals p.w. 0


Self-study: 64


Methods of Student

Assessment




Module Topic SERVER-SIDE APPLICATIONS DEVELOPMENT

Generic Module Name SERVER-SIDE APPLICATIONS DEVELOPMENT


165

Credit Value 20


Semester)

Level 6

Main Outcomes At the end of this module the student must demonstrate:

The ability to develop a software application project.

An understanding of relational database theory

The ability to program data objects

An understanding of the relationship between software

applications and data sources in the context of an information

system.

An understanding of the process involved in the development

of a functional software application

The ability to participate in and contribute functionally to the

process of application design

Produce the design for and a working instance of a fully

functional server-side software application

Main Content Database-driven application development skills

The ability to participate in the design and production of a

real-world server-side software application

Pre-requisites IFS232 Pass requirement, QSC131/132 & ALC131/132

Co-requisites None





Tests & Examinations: 20 Practicals p.w. 0


Self-study: 64


Methods of Student Assessment 60% - Tests, assignments, tutorials.



Home Department Information Systems

Module Topic Databases and Data Modelling

Generic Module Name Databases and Data Modelling

Alpha-numeric Code IFS242

Level 6

Credit Value 20

Duration Semester



will be offered

BCom (IS)

Year level 2

Main Outcomes At the end of this module the student will be able to:

Understand the principles of relational and object-oriented

databases

Understand the role of databases in modern information systems

Design relational databases of moderate complexity

Abstract table structure from data requirement statements

Understand the principles of primary- and foreign-key data

relationships

Utilise the SQL language to query databases

Utilise a modern relational database management system using the

data manipulation language and the data definition language

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Model data relationships

Main Content The theory and application of relational and object-oriented

databases

Data-oriented modelling theory and application

Unified Modelling Language

Object-oriented design principles

The object-oriented development life cycle

Pre-requisite modules IFS131 or IFS132, QSC132 or QSF131 or MAM126 and ALC132







Assessments 20

Selfstudy 64


Method of Student Assessment 60% test

assignments and

tutorials

40% final

assessment




Module Topic Business Information Systems

Generic Module Name Business Information Systems


Level 6

Credit Value 20

Duration Semester



will be offered

BCom(IS)

Year level 2


Understand the range, function and nature of the diversity of

business information systems

Understand the interrelationships between business information

systems

Apply Information Systems theory and principles that will

improve business performance in the context of business cases

and scenarios

Apply key concepts of operations management and their

applications in the business environment

Articulate the contribution of information and the associated

technologies to supporting corporate objectives, adding value

and generating competitive advantage for the organisation

Develop objectives and strategic plans for the development of

integrated information systems within large and small

organisations in the manufacturing, commercial and service

sectors

Understand the role of data and business intelligence in

supporting management decision making

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Define the digital enterprise, and identify the unique

characteristics of eCommerce and eBusiness systems as they

relate to the digital enterprise

Main Content Management Information Systems

Business intelligence

Decision support systems

Expert systems

Electronic commerce and transaction processing systems

Specialised information systems – virtual reality, special-

purpose systems, artificial intelligence

Pre-requisite modules IFS131/132

Co-requisite modules IFS231, IFS242






Assessments 20

Selfstudy 64


Method of Student Assessment 60% test assignments and tutorials

40% final assessment




Module Topic Introduction to Object-oriented Principles and Systems Design

Generic Module Name Introduction to Object-oriented Principles and Systems Design


Level 6

Credit Value 20

Duration Semester



will be offered

BCom (IS)

Year level 2


Demonstrate an understanding of the history of systems

development and the requirement for a new approach to systems

development

Demonstrate an understanding of the costs and benefits of

object-oriented design techniques

Demonstrate an understanding of system models and modelling

Apply basic data-oriented models and modelling techniques

Apply the theory of object-oriented abstraction and design

Demonstrate an understanding of the nature of software objects,

polymorphism and inheritance

Demonstrate an understanding of the properties of objects and

classes

Use Unified Modelling Language to create visual object-oriented

data models

Apply basic object-oriented approach in software development

Apply the principles of abstraction to design software objects

Demonstrate an understanding of the object-oriented

development life-cycle

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Utilise data-oriented models and entity relationship diagrams

Demonstrate an understanding of requirements modelling

Write introductory level object-oriented software in a higher-

order object-oriented programming language

Main Content The theory and application of object-oriented design principles

Applied introductory level object-oriented techniques in systems

and software

The object-oriented software design paradigm

Systems and software modelling

Unified Modelling Language

The object-oriented development life-cycle

Pre-requisite modules IFS131 or IFS132, QSC131/132 or QSF131/132 or MAM126

and ALC131/132.

Co-requisite modules IFS242






Assessments 20

Selfstudy 64







Module Topic Applied Object-oriented Principles

Generic Module Name Applied Object-oriented Principles


Level 6

Credit Value 20

Duration Semester



will be offered

BCom(IS)

Year level 2

Main Outcomes At the end of this module the student will:

Design software and data objects using object-oriented principles

and abstraction

Utilise a modern object-oriented programming language to apply

the principles of object-oriented design and programming

Build coherent, non-trivial object-oriented software applications

at intermediate level

Utilise a modern relational database management system

interface in object-oriented software applications

Demonstrate applied human computer interface implementation

and its user interface design techniques

Main Content Modern object-oriented design and abstraction principles

The syntax and application of a modern object-oriented

programming language

Interfacing databases with object-oriented software

Human computer interface theory and application


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Co-requisite modules IFS242, IFS251






Assessments 20

Selfstudy 64







Module Topic Systems Engineering Principles

Generic Module Name Systems Engineering Principles


Level 7

Credit Value 30

Duration Semester



will be offered

BCom(IS)

Year level 3

Main Outcomes At the end of this module the student will:

Demonstrate an understanding of the interdisciplinary nature of

systems engineering

Demonstrate an understanding of the decomposition of the system

engineering process into a Systems Engineering Technical

process, and a Systems Engineering Management Process

Identify the relationship between the various systems engineering

stages

Demonstrate the incorporation of feedback into engineering

processes

Apply the principles of complexity management

Utilise systems engineering tools

Perform systems requirements analyses at an introductory level

Utilise the modern systems and software testing theories and

models

Main Content Systems and software engineering scope

Systems and software engineering process

Complexity management

Systems modeling

Systems engineering tools

Requirements analysis

Systems and software testing

Pre-requisite modules IFS242, IFS251







Assessments 20

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Selfstudy 120


Method of Student Assessment 60% test

assignments

and

tutorials

40% final

assessment



Module Topic IFS INFORMATION SYSTEMS STRATEGY

Generic Module Name IFS INFORMATION SYSTEMS STRATEGY

Numeric Code IFS 361

Alpha-numeric code IFS 361 (1st semester)

Credit Value 30

Duration SEMESTER (1st semester)


module is offeres

BCom, BCom 4-year, BAdmin

Level 7

Main Outcomes After the course students must:

Understand how businesses create value and how information

systems assist in value creation.

Understand the principles of strategic planning as it affects

information systems.

Understand the different contribution that information systems can

make in different strategic situations

Understand the activities that contribute to good project

management and the competencies that support it.

Be able to work effectively (in a large organisation) in a project

office, or (in a smaller organisation) in a junior project

management role.

Be able to critically appraise and comment on project plans

prepared by others.

Main Content Introduction to the possible contributions that information

Systems can make in strategic planning.

The key activities in computer operations

The management of IT resources and IT suppliers.

Introduction to the basics of project management adding to the

prior second level module that deals with project control.

Accepted international frameworks for project management.

Pre-requisites Pass requirement IFS233

Co-requisites None



Contact with lecturer/tutor 48

Assignment & tasks: 112

Tests & Examination 12

Practicals: 28

Self-study: 100


B. Amended Time Table requirements per week

Lectures p.w.3

Practicals p.w. 1

Tutorials p.w.1

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Assessment Type e.g (CAF) 60% - Tests, assignments, tutorials.


Home Department INFORMATION SYSTEM

Module Topic IFS ARCHITECTURE AND INFRASTRUCTURE

Generic Module Name IFS ARCHITECTURE AND INFRASTRUCTURE


Credit Value 30


semester)


module is offered

BCom, BAdmin

Level 7

Main Outcomes At the end of the course students must demonstrate an ability to:

critically appraise infrastructure plans for completeness and

coherency.

understand of normal computer room operations.

explain service management concepts and define effective

service level measures.

understand modern systems architecture and its relationship

and application to infrastructure

Main Content The key activities in information systems operations

The management of IT resources and IT suppliers.

Infrastructure management.

Systems architecture

Pre-requisites IFS361

Co-requisites None





Tests & Examinations: 12

Practicals: 28

Self-study: 100


B. Amended time-Table requirement per week

Lectures p.w. 3

Practicals p.w.

Tutorials p.w. 1

Assessment Type e.g. (CAF) 60% - Tests, assignments, tutorials.



Module Topic IFS PHILOSOPHY AND RESEARCH METHODS

Generic Module Name IFS PHILOSOPHY AND RESEARCH METHODS

Alpha-numeric code IFS352 (1ST

semester)

Credit Value 30

Duration SEMESTER

Level 7


Understand different paradigms within IS.

perceive and understand how IS as a discipline forms part of a set

of interrelated cultural, social, political and other systems.

understand the origins of the information age.

understand the philosophical principles of academic writing and

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publishing in IFS, and be able to apply them.

Understand the ethical issues raised during eh process of

conducting research

understand the nature and progress of scientific enquiry, and its

application to IFS

Have knowledge of various research methods used in IFS

research.

Be able to find and evaluate information critically for research

purposes

Be able to write a research proposal.

Be able to interpret and use research output in IFS

Main Content IFS from a philosophical perspective.

This module is a prerequisite for the full-time Honours in IFS.

Introduction to research methods in IFS.

This module is a prerequisite for the Honours in IFS.

Pre-requisites Registered for BCom (IFS) and pass requirement for any two 2nd

-

year IFS modules.

Co-requisites None



Contact with lecturer/tutor 48


Tests & Examination 12

Practicals: 28

Self-study: 100


Methods of Student

Assessment




Module Topic CAPITA SELECTA

Generic Module Name CAPITA SELECTA

Alpha-numeric code IFS351 (Not offered part-time)

Credit Value 30


Semester)


module is offered

BCom, BAdmin

Level 7

Main Outcomes Outcomes for this module will be announced before October of

the previous year

Main Content This module will be presented by visiting scholars and/or other

specialists and might change every year in line with current issues

in IS.

Detail on the topics will be announced on the website and

elsewhere before October of the previous year.

Pre-requisites Registered for BCom (IFS) and pass requirement IFS131/IFS132

Co-requisites None






Practicals: 28

Self-study: 100

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Lectures p.w. 3

Practicals p.w.

Tutorials p.w. 1







Credit Value 30

Duration SEMESTER (1st Semester)


module is offered

BCom, BAdmin

Level 7

Main Outcomes The outcomes of this module will be determined during the first

half of each year and will be announced on the Departmental

website before April of each year

Main Content Information about topics in this module will be announced on

Departmental website before April of each year

Pre-requisites Registered for BCom as an Information Systems Specialist and pass

requirement IFS 233

Co-requisites None






Practicals: 28

Self-study: 100



Lectures p.w. 3

Practicals p.w.

Tutorials p.w. 1




Module Topic DATA MODELLING FOR BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE

Generic Module Name DATA MODELLING FOR BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE

Alpha-numeric code IFS342(1st semester)

Credit Value 30

Duration SEMESTER


module is offered

BCom, BAdmin

Level 7

Main Outcomes At the end of this module the student must be able to:

understand and apply the principles of object-oriented design for

data storage and management systems

explain the principles of data warehousing and the critical factors

that lead to success.

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refer to case studies in different business areas and explain the

different motivations for investing in volume data management.

transform data into business intelligence using information

technology.

Main Content Object-oriented data storage and management

Basic concepts of data modelling

Data mining foundations

Data mining methods

Business applications of data mining - tools and techniques that

allow an organisation to manage its volume data, and to get value

out of it.

Transforming data into business intelligence

Pre-requisites Registered for BCom (IFS) and pass requirement for any two 2nd

year IFS Modules.

Co-requisites None






Self-study: 96



Lectures p.w. 3

Practicals p.w.

Tutorials p.w. 1






Alpha-numeric code IFS324 (2nd

semester)

Credit Value 30

Duration SEMESTER

Level 7

Main Outcomes At the end of this module the student must:

The outcomes of this module will be determined during the first

half of each year and will be announced on the Departmental

website before April of each year

Main Content Information about topics in this module will be announced on

Departmental website before April of each year

Pre-requisites Registered for BCom

Co-requisites None


Breakdown of Learning Time Hours B. Time- table requirements per week





Self-study: 100


Methods of Student

Assessment



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Law Faculty Module Descriptors

Mercantile Law

Home Department Mercantile Law

Module Topic Mercantile Law

Generic Module Name Mercantile Law 102

Alpha Numeric Code MER102

Credit Value 15

Duration Semester



module is offered

B.Com(Acc) and B.Com

Level 5

Year level 1

Main Outcomes 1. INTRODUCTION TO THE SOUTH AFRICAN LEGAL

SYSTEM

Introduction to study of law

Aim

To explain the basic structure of our legal system.

Objectives

Students should

know the sources of law;

know the South African legal system;

understand the principles of the Constitution of the Republic of

South Africa, 1996 (Act 108 of 1996, as amended);

be able to state the current principles governing delictual

liability; and

understand unjustified enrichment.

Interpretation of statues

Aim

To give basic guidance on legal rules for interpreting statutes.

Have a broad understanding of the Interpretation Act 33 of 1957.

Objectives

Students should be able to

apply basic rules to solve problems; and

interpret statutes.

2. LAWS WHERE ONLY A BROAD KNOWLEDGE OF

THE RELEVANT STATUTES IS REQUIRED

General principles of the law of contract and agency

Aim

To establish a clear understanding of the legal principles operative

in this area, especially in those aspects where conflict can often arise

in practice.

Objectives


interpret the provisions of a contract on behalf of clients; and

assess the liability of clients and other parties to an agency

agreement.

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Law of purchase and sale and letting and hiring

Aim

To establish the principles governing trading transactions and the

rights and responsibilities of parties to a contract of purchase and

sale, and letting and hiring.

Objectives


determine when a valid purchase/sale has been concluded;

recognise difficult situations in which the validity is questioned;

and

explain in practical terms the consequences of lease transactions

to clients.

Basic principles of Employment Contract:

Students should be able to identify and interpret the essential

elements of an employment contract.

Objectives:


determine if a valid employment contract was concluded

determine the rights and duties of employer and employee in

terms of the employment contract.

B- LAWS WHERE ONLY AN AWARENESS AND WHAT

THE ACT IS SEEKING TO ACHIEVE IS REQUIRED

Aim

An awareness of the relevant legislation as well as what the act is

seeking to achieve with regard to legal principles of this area.

Objective

Students should be able to describe the general principles of law

relating to such transactions.

Main Content 1. INTRODUCTION TO THE SOUTH AFRICAN LEGAL

SYSTEM

Introduction to study of law

Main divisions of law

Common law

Statute

Delict, contract and unjustified enrichment

The distinction between a delict and the principles of delictual

liability

The distinction between civil and criminal law

The operation of judicial precedent as a source of law

Bill of Rights (essence)

2. LAWS WHERE ONLY A BROAD KNOWLEDGE OF

THE RELEVANT STATUTES / COMMON LAW IS

REQUIRED

General principles of the law of contract and agency

Contract

Definition and essential elements

Agreement – intention to create obligations

Capacity to contract

Legality

Physical possibility of performance

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Formalities

Voidable contracts

Misrepresentation

Duress

Undue influence

Error (mistake)

Operation of contract

Parties affected by the contract

Contents of the contract

Obligations arising from the contract

Cession, delegation and variation of contract

Termination of contract

Performance – agreement – operation of

law

Breach of contract – forms of breach

Remedies for breach

Law of agency

Nature

Formation

Relationships of principal and agent

Rights and liabilities to third parties to

contracts made by agent

Agents’ rights and liabilities to third parties

Termination

Law of purchase and sale and letting and hiring

Law of sale

Introduction and definition

The goods

The price, effect of contracts of sale on

passing of ownership

Cash and credit sales

The risk

Duties of the seller

Seller’s warranty against latent defects

Seller’s warranty against eviction

Duties of the buyer

National Credit Act

Usury Act

Law of letting and hiring

Introduction and definition

Formalities

The object of the contract

The identity of the property to be let

The rent

Duration of leases

Renewal of leases

Duties of the lessor

The lessor’s warranty against eviction

Duties of the lessee

Landlord’s hypothec

Termination of leases

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Assignment and subletting

Employment contract:

Basic Principles

Rights & Duties of Employer & Employee

Impact of Constitution

B- LAWS WHERE ONLY AN AWARENESS AND WHAT

THE ACT IS SEEKING TO ACHIEVE IS REQUIRED

Law relating to property transactions

Sectional Titles Act 95 of 1986, as

5ecogni

Share Block Schemes Act

Alienation of Land Act, 1981

Time sharing schemes

Rights of purchasers

Protection of tenants

Law of mortgage and pledge

Parties to the mortgage or pledge

Types of mortgages and pledge

Effect of a mortgage or pledge

Extinction of mortgages and pledges

Foreclosure

Tacit securities - Liens

Pre-requisites ALC131 or ALC132

Co-requisites None





Assessment: 20

Self Study 50


B. Amended time-table requirement per week

Lectures p.w.4

Practicals p.w.0

Tutorials p.w.0

Methods of student assessment: 2 tests(both compulsory)=CAM

Coursework : 50% final mark


Assessment module type: CAF


Home Department Mercantile Law

Module Topic Mercantile Law

Generic Module Name Mercantile Law 221

Alpha Numeric Code MCR221

Credit Value 10

Duration Semester




B.Com(Acc) and B.Com

Level 6

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Year level 2

Main Outcomes Students will have acquired an understanding of the general

principles, basic aspects and rules regulating the Law relating to

Insolvency, Negotiable Instruments, including Electronic Payments

and Transactions.

In addition students will have developed an understanding of how

these principles operate in practice.

Main Content The Law of Insolvency which includes (inter alia) a comparison

between voluntary surrender and compulsory sequestration, effect

and consequence of sequestration on the insolvent, the insolvent

estate and the solvent spouse, rehabilitation.

The Law of Negotiable Instruments, including basic principles of

cheque law and including the law relating to Electronic Payments

and Transactions.

Pre-requisites MER102

Co-requisites None


A. Breakdown of learning time Hours B.Time Table requirements per week

Contact with lecturer/ tutor: 42

Assignments & tasks: 0 Lectures pw 3

Practicals: 0 Practicals p.w 0

Assessments 5 Tutorials p.w. 0

Self Study 53


Methods of student assessment There will be two test opportunities during the semester of which at

least one test is compulsory. Students can therefore choose which

test to write and the mark for such test will constitute the student’s

coursework mark. Should any student opt to utilize both test

opportunities, the coursework mark will be the average mark

of the two tests.

1 examination

Coursework mark = 50% of final mark

Examination mark = 50% of final mark

Assessment module type CAF

Programme: Mathematical & Statistical Sciences

Note: The specifications of learning time in UWC’s module descriptors are subject to change according

to circumstances such as timetabling and other practical considerations: the analysis of learning time

therefore is purely indicative. However the overall number of notional learning hours for each module is

linked to credit value and is therefore fixed.

First Year Modules

A first year student will have 3 contact periods per week per subject. In addition there will be 1 tutorial

period per week and one practical session of 3 hours.

Core Modules (15 credits per module)

MAM126 Mathematics for Economic and Management Sciences (10 credit points)

Main Content: Mathematics of Finance. Differential and Integral Calculus. Applications to Managerial Sciences.

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Main Outcomes:

Develop Mathematical And Computational Skills

Develop The Skills To Read, With Understanding

Interpret Literature pertaining to Managerial Sciences that contains Mathematical Sciences .

Continuous Assessment Breakdown 1st

Year of Final Mark: STATISTICS

111 121 125

Tests 30 30 30

Tutorials and Assignments 20 20 20

Examination 50 50 50

Breakdown of learning hours: STATISTICS

STA111 STA121 STA125

Contact with Lecturer/Tutor 45 45 45

Assignments and Tasks 20 20 20

Tests and Examinations 5 5 5

Self study 35 35 35

Practicals 45 45 45

Total learning hours 150 150 150

Continuous Assessment Breakdown 2nd


211 213 221 223

Tests 40 40

Tutorials and Assignments 10 10

Tests and Assignments 30 30

Practicals 20 20

Examination 50 50 50 50


STA211 STA213 STA221 STA223

Contact with Lecturer/Tutor 60 50 60 50

Assignments and Tasks 40 10 40 10

Tests and Examinations 5 5 5 5

Self study 65 15 65 15

Practicals 30 20 30 20

Total learning hours 200 100 200 100

Continuous Assessment Breakdown 3rd


311 313 321 323

Tests 40 40

Tutorials and Assignments 10 10

Tests and Assignments 30 30

Practicals 20 20

Examination 50 50 50 50


STA311 STA313 STA321 STA323 STA322

Contact with lecturer 60 50 60 50 60

Assignments and Tasks 40 10 40 10 40

Tests and Examinations 5 5 5 5 5

Self study 65 15 65 15 65

Practicals 30 20 30 25 30

Total learning hours 200 100 200 100 200

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Statistics Syllabus

MODULE 111,121 211,221 213,223

125 311,321,322 313,323

Lectures per week 3 3 Practicals per week 1 1 3

STA121 Quantitative Methods (2nd

semester module) (15 credit points)

[Entry Level Requirement: Matric Mathematics or equivalent, knowledge of STA111 or STA125]

Main Content:

Operations research techniques

Questionnaire design and analysis

Planning of surveys; basics of knowledge discovery (KDD).

Main Outcomes: To be able to

recognize the importance of operations research in business

understand KDD (knowledge discovery and data mining) applications

obtain knowledge on questionnaire design and planning of surveys.

Home Department STATISTICS

Module Topic BUSINESS STATISTICS

Generic module name BUSINESS STATISTICS

Alpha-numeric code BUS131 (offered part-time only)

BUS132 (offered full-time only)

Credit Value 15

Duration S


module is offered.

B.Com.(General)

Level 5

Main Outcomes Business Statistics introduces students to the core concepts of

statistical analysis. The focus is on developing the ability to

recognize business situations in which statistical analysis may be

useful, and the relevant techniques and methods that apply in those

situations. Emphasis is on problem solving rather than mathematical

rigour. Upon successful completion of this course the student should

be able to demonstrate

Familiarity with the principles and methods used to extract

useful information from a data set.

The ability to present descriptive statistical information

graphically or numerically.

Competence in basic statistical analysis such as the normal

distribution, probability, sampling and the Central Limit

Theorem; and how they relate to inferential statistics.

An understanding of inferential statistical techniques and their

application in business context.

The use of index numbers and their application.

The ability to communicate statistical findings to a lay-

audience in a coherent and professional report.

Competent use of spreadsheets for basic statistical analysis

Main Content Graphical and Numerical Descriptive Methods

Basic probability theory

Discrete and continuous probability distributions

Statistical inference and sampling distributions

Confidence Interval Estimation

Hypothesis Testing

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Main Content Correlation Analysis

Simple Linear Regression Analysis

Index numbers

Time series

One-way ANOVA and Chi-square

Spreadsheet tools for statistical analysis

Pre-requisites QSC101; IS101

Co-requisites None

Prohibited Combinations Stats 111/131/132





Practicals: 64

Selfstudy 150


Methods of Student

Assessment

Tests; Assignments and Tutorials: 60%

Examination: 40%

SECOND YEAR LEVEL

STA211 Distribution Theory (semester module) (20 credit points)

[Pre-requisite: Mathematics 111 and 121 or Mathematics 115 or 126 and Statistics STA131 or STA132

or STA125 or Mathematics MAM111 and MAM121 and Statistics STA111 and STA121]

[Co-requisite: Statistics STA213]

Main Content:

Definition of Statistical terms

Probability theory

Discrete and continuous probability distributions

Moments and moment generating functions

Sampling and sampling distributions.

Main Outcomes: To be able to gain insight into

Probability theory

discrete and continuous distributions

moments and moment generating functions

sampling and sampling distributions.

STA221 Inference and Regression (semester module) (20 credit points)

[Pre-requisite: Mathematics 111 and 121 or Mathematics 115 or 126 and Statistics STA131 or STA132

or STA125 or Mathematics MAM111 and MAM121 and Statistics STA111 and STA121; Knowledge of

STA211]

[Co-requisite: Statistics STA223]

Main Content:

Central limit theorem

Transformations

Point and interval estimation

Hypothesis tests

Regression analyses using matrices

ANOVA

Categorical data analyses.

Main Outcomes: To be able to

perform statistical inference with the use of estimation and hypothesis tests

explore linear models in more detail

perform analysis of variance and categorical data analysis.

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Department of Political Studies

First Year Level Modules Codes:

POL : Political Studies

SVK : Pass requirement

Home Department DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL STUDIES

Module topic INTRODUCTION TO POLITICAL STUDIES AND

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

Generic module name INTRODUCTION TO POLITICAL STUDIES AND

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

Alpha-numeric code POL131

Credit Value 15

Duration S


Level 5

Main Outcomes At the end of the course the student will be able to:

identify and describe the essential characteristics of politics

and the state in a national and international context (e.g.

authority, power, legitimacy and sovereignty)

outline the development of political institutions

provide the theoretical foundations for the study of

international relations

identify and describe key factors, issues and trends in national

and international politics

develop the basic techniques and knowledge necessary to

pursue further study in the field of Political Science and

International Relations

Main Content Key features of contemporary political dynamics and state

structures

Key theoretical approaches to the study of international

relations

Political trends in national and international politics

Key concepts in the fields of Political Science and

International Relations, e.g. power and authority

The impact of historical trends on current political structures at

the national and global level

Pre-requisites None

Co-requisites None


Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer/tutor: 56hrs

Assignment & tasks: 30 hrs

Tests & examinations: 8 hrs

Self-study: 56 hrs

Practicals: 0

Other (Specify)

Total Learning time: 150hrs

Methods of Student Assessment Assignments, Tasks, Tests = 50%

Examination (50%)

Module Name South African Politics and Government

Home Department SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT: PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL STUDIES

Module topic SOUTH AFRICAN POLITICS AND GOVERNMENT

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Generic module name SOUTH AFRICAN POLITICS AND GOVERNMENT

Alpha-numeric Code GOV 132

Credit Value 15

Duration S


Level 5

Main Outcomes After completion of the module learners should be able to:

Explain the political context in which the South African

government functions, including South Africa’s transition to

democracy;

Analyse political party policies and elections in post-apartheid

South Africa

Evaluate South Africa’s position in regional and international

context;

Explain the interface between politics and economics in South

Africa

Describe the constitutional framework of the South African

government

Recall terminology, trends, categories, methodology and

theories of South African central and provincial government

structures

Analyse elements, relationships and organizational principles

pertaining to the structure of the central and provincial

government of South Africa

Main Content South Africa’s political transition from apartheid to democracy

South African political parties (policies and historical

foundations)

Trends in South African elections since 1994

The South African political economy and its regional and

global context

Classification of and relationships between the legislative,

judicial and executive branches of government in South Africa

The composition and structure of branches of the South

African government

Division of government functions and services between

central, provincial and local spheres of government in South

Africa

Pre-requisites None

Co-requisites None


Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer/tutor: 56hrs



Self-study: 56 hrs

Practicals:

Other (Specify)



Examination (40%)

Second Year Level Modules SVK :Pol 131 (previously 101, 111 and 112) (at least 50%) and GOV132 (previously 102,

121 and 122) (at least 40%) OR GOV132 (at least 50%) and POL131 (at least 40%)

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Any four modules may be selected in consultation with the department.

Home Department Political Studies

Module topic Selected Themes in South African Politics

Generic module name Selected Themes in South African Politics

Alpha-numeric Code POL211

Credit Value 10

Duration Semester


Level 6

Main Outcomes At the end of this module, students will be able to:

Explain the impact of social categories e.g. race, class, gender,

ethnicity, disability and geographic localities (e.g. urban and

rural) on South Africa’s constitutional democracy with respect to

economic benefits

Analyse the latest debates and controversies in South African

politics

Main Content Democracy and social categories, eg. Ethnicity, Race, Class,

Gender, Disability

Contemporary debates resulting from the South African State-

Citizenship relationship

Political-economic issues in South Africa

Pre-requisites POL131 (at least 50%) AND GOV132 (at least 40%) OR POL131 (at

least 40%) AND GOV132 (at least 50%)

Co-requisites None






Practicals:

Other (specify):


Methods of Student

Assessment

Essay, tutorials, test 50%

Exam counts for 50%


Module topic Comparative Area Studies

Generic module name Comparative Area Studies


Credit Value 10

Duration Semester


Level 6


Define new concepts, such as Electoral System, Federations,

Unitary States

Understand methods & theoretical perspectives in the field of

comparative politics;

Apply them to appropriate country case studies.

Main Content Comparative method in Political Studies

Electoral systems e.g. majoritarian and proportional

Forms of state, e.g. unitary or federal

Selected case studies


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Co-requisites None






Practicals:


Methods of Student

Assessment

Abstracts, draft essay, essay (50%) e.g. Class test, Tutorial Exercises,

Academic Paper

Final Assessment (50%) e.g. Exam


Module topic Foreign Policy and Diplomacy

Generic module name Foreign Policy and Diplomacy


Credit Value 10

Duration Term


Level 6


Define the concepts foreign policy and diplomacy

Analyze and evaluate foreign policy issues by explaining how

individual, state and system level factors impact on a state’s

foreign policy

Identify and explain economic, political and military instruments

of foreign policy

Analyze selected South African foreign policy issues

Main Content Main definitions, concepts and approaches to foreign policy

analysis and diplomacy

The role of state leadership, domestic politics and a state’s

position and power in foreign policy-making

South African foreign policy issues



Co-requisites None






Practicals:


Methods of Student

Assessment

Continuous Evaluation: Class Test; Group Assignment and

presentations; Academic Paper (50%), Final Assessment (50%)


Module topic RESEARCH PAPER

Generic module name RESEARCH PAPER


Credit Value 10

Duration Semester


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Level 6


do research on a topic in the field of Political Studies selected

in consultation with the department

compile a bibliography of sources on the selected topic

do a literature survey on the selected topic

write an academic essay documenting research findings

Main Content Literature survey on a selected topic

Research question and hypothesis

Bibliography

Research findings

Pre-requisites Pol 131 (at least 50%) AND GOV 132 (at least 40%)

OR

Pol 131 (at least 40%) AND Gov 132 (at least 50%)

Co-requisites None


Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with supervisor / tutor: 28 hours




Practicals:


Methods of Student

Assessment

Academic essay (50%)

Final assessment (50%), e.g. Written or Oral Exam

* A research paper and seminar may only be taken with the permission of the department

Home Department POLITICAL STUDIES

Module topic POLITICAL THOUGHT

Generic module name POLITICAL THOUGHT


Credit Value 10

Duration Semester


Level 6

Main Outcomes At the end of this module students should be able to:

Describe and evaluate important contemporary political theories,

such as Marxism, Liberalism, Nationalism, Constructivism

Compare theories with respect to relevant criteria, e.g. their view

on the sources of authority and power in society

Identify proponents of these theories and explain their

contribution to the development of political thought

Main Content selected political theories such as Marxism and Neo-Liberalism.

Arguments and critique of proponents of these theories

Pre-requisites POL131 (at least 50%) AND GOV 132 (at least 40%)

OR

POL131 (at least 40%) AND GOV132 (at least 50%)

Co-requisites None






Practicals: 0 hours

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Other (specify): 0 hours


Methods of Student

Assessment

Essay and tutorial work 50%

Examination 50%

Third Year

Pass POL131, GOV132 plus three second year level credits in Political Studies.

Module Name POL 311: Research Methodology


Module topic Research Methodology

Generic module name Research Methodology


Credit Value 15

Duration S


Level 7


Identify and evaluate different research approaches and methods

Formulate and execute a basic research project

Main Content Various research approaches and methodologies

Research project

Pre-requisites POL 101, POL 102, /POL131, GOV132l; and

Any three from the following: POL 211, POL 213, POL 221, POL

224

Co-requisites None



Assignments and Tasks: 45 hours



Practicals:


Methods of Student

Assessment

Course work, Essay (50%)

Examination (50%)


Module topic IDEOLOGY AND POLITICS

Generic module name IDEOLOGY AND POLITICS

Alpha-numeric code POL312

Credit Value 15

Duration S


Level 7


Critically explain the nature and political functions of modern

power ideologies;

Compare selected ideologies, e.g. Afrikaner nationalism and

black consciousness

Analyse their presence in a particular regime e.g. post-colonial

regimes.

Main Content Political uses of ideologies in

power politics and mass

mobilisation.

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Radical black thought

Post-coloniality

Pre-requisites POL 101, POL 102/POL131, GOV132, and

Any three from the following: POL 211, POL 213, POL 221, POL

224

Co-requisites None






Practicals:


Methods of Student

Assessment

Course work, Essay (50%);

Examination (50%)


Module topic RESEARCH PAPER

Generic module name RESEARCH PAPER


Credit Value 15

Duration Semester


Level 7


do in-depth research on a topic in the field of Political Studies

selected in coordination with the department

formulate a research question and hypothesis

compile a bibliography of sources on the selected topic

do a literature survey on the selected topic

employ appropriate research methodologies

write an academic essay documenting research findings

Main Content Literature survey on a selected topic

Research question and hypothesis

Bibliography

Research design

Research findings

Pre-requisites POL 101, POL 102, /POL131, GOV132l AND

any three from the following: POL 211, POL 213, POL 221, POL 224

Co-requisites None



Time

Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28hours



Self-study: 72hours

Practicals:


Methods of Student

Assessment

Academic essay (50%)

Final assessment (50%), e.g. Written or Oral Exam

A research paper and seminar may only be taken with the

permission of the department.

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Democratic Theory and Practice

Democratic Theory and Practice


Credit Value 15

Duration S


Level 7


Explain and contrast different theories of democracy

Identify and analyse various ideal types of democracy

Analyse types of democracy as found on the African continent

Critically debate issues in South African democracy, e.g.

equality, good governance, minority rights etc.

Main Content Theories of democracy

Types of democracy

Debates specifically related to African democracies

Pre-requisites POL 101, POL 102/POL131, GOV132 and any three from the

following; POL 211, POL 213, POL 221, POL 224

Co-requisites None






Practicals:


Methods of Student

Assessment

Oral Presentation, Test and/or Essay (50%)

Examination 50%


Module topic INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTIONS

Generic module name INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTIONS


Credit Value 15

Duration Semester


Level 7

Main Outcomes After completion the student will be able to:

describe and explain the formation and nature of international

institutions in terms of IR theories, e.g. regional integration and

regime theory

explain the origin and evaluate the purpose and shortcomings of

selected international

Organizations, e.g. the United Nations and the African Union.

Main Content International cooperation through international institutions

Regional integration and regime formation

Global governance with specific reference to international

organizations, such as the United Nations or the African Union

Pre-requisites POL 101, POL 102/POL131, GOV132 and any three from the

following; POL 211, POL 213, POL 221, POL 224

Co-requisites None


Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer / tutor: 28hours

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Self-study: 72hours

Practicals:


Methods of Student

Assessment

Continuous evaluation,: Class test; Group Assignment and

presentation and/or academic paper (50%), Final Assessement (50%)

Exam

Public Administration First Year Level Courses The course consists of two sections

Home Department School of Government: Public Administration

Module topic Introduction to Public and Local Government Administration and

Management

Generic module name Introduction to Public and Local Government Administration and

Management

Alpha-numeric Code PUA131

Credit Value 15

Duration S


Level 6

Main Outcomes After completion of the module learners should be in a position to:

Possess a comprehensive introduction to the discipline of

public administration/management from its early days to the

present

Demonstrate an understanding of the role and scope of the

activity of public administration or public management and

in the context of the contemporary state

Analyse the patterns of interaction between public

administration at work, and other formal political institutions

of the state and as well as other components of civil society

Evaluate the role of public administration in the process of

public policy-making

Examine and evaluate the on-going changing role and scope

of the state and its administration

Understand and analyse the importance of the administration

and/or management of public affairs and the role and

functions of the public manager within this context

Understand theories of local government and comprehend the

structure of local government in South Africa

Main Content Public Administration as a field of study

Government functions and services

Intergovernmental relations

The relationship between governance and public

management

Policy implementation, impact and evaluation

The role of and functions of the public manager

An introduction to the composition and structure of the local

sphere of government.

The importance, role, functions, structures and process of the

local sphere of government in South Africa

Pre-requisites None

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Co-requisites None


Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer/tutor: 42 hrs



Self-study: 58 hrs

Practicals: 0


Methods of Student Assessment Assignments, Tasks 15%

Group case study 20%

Tests 25%

Assessment (40%)

Home Department SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT: PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL STUDIES

Module topic SOUTH AFRICAN POLITICS AND GOVERNMENT

Generic module name SOUTH AFRICAN POLITICS AND GOVERNMENT

Alpha-numeric Code GOV 132

Credit Value 15

Duration S


Level 5

Main Outcomes After completion of the module learners should be able to:

Explain the political context in which the South African

government functions, including South Africa’s transition to

democracy;

Analyse political party policies and elections in post-

apartheid South Africa

Evaluate South Africa’s position in regional and

international context;

Explain the interface between politics and economics in

South Africa

Describe the constitutional framework of the South African

government

Recall terminology, trends, categories, methodology and

theories of South African central and provincial government

structures

Analyse elements, relationships and organizational

principles pertaining to the structure of the central and

provincial government of South Africa

Main Content South Africa’s political transition from apartheid to

democracy

South African political parties (policies and historical

foundations)

Trends in South African elections since 1994

The South African political economy and its regional and

global context

Classification of and relationships between the legislative,

judicial and executive branches of government in South

Africa

The composition and structure of branches of the South

African government

Division of government functions and services between

central, provincial and local spheres of government in South

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Africa

Pre-requisites None

Co-requisites None


Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer/tutor: 42 hrs



Self-study: 58 hrs

Practicals:

Total Learning time: 150 hrs


Examination (40%)

Second Year Level Courses

Students are required to select four elective modules in consultation with the department.

Home Department SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT - PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

Module topic PUBLIC SECTOR HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Generic module name PUBLIC SECTOR HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT


Credit Value 10

Duration Term


Level 6

Main Outcomes After completion of the module learners will be able to:

Explain the terminology, elements, categories, principles,

criteria and methodology of human resource management.

Explain the role and functions of the public manager in human

resource management.

Explain the nature and dynamics of the personnel provision

and utilisation phases of the human resource management

process.

Apply the fundamentals of human resource management to

public sector human resource management.

Main Content Fundamentals of human resource management

Human resource provisioning

Human resource utilization

Role of and functions of public manager in human

resource management

Pre-requisites PUA 131 (40%) And GOV 132 (40%)

Co-requisites None


Breakdown of Learning Time HOURS

Contact with lecturer/tutor: 21 hours

Contact with tutor: 12 hours




Practicals:


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Methods of Student Assessment Tests which measure learning acquired

through lecture attendance and self-study 10%

Evaluation of the learner’s preparation for tutorial exercises and

participation in tutorial sessions: 20%

Evaluation of the Personal Portfolio process 15%

Evaluation of research assignment 15%

Examination 40%

Module Name PUA 212: Public Policy Analysis


Module topic PUBLIC POLICY ANALYSIS

Generic module name PUBLIC POLICY ANALYSIS


Credit Value 10

Duration Term


Level 6

Main Outcomes After completion of the module, learners will be able to:

• Explain the organizational, sectoral and societal significance of

policy.

• Explain the nature and dynamics of phases in the policy process.

• Apply public policy analysis methodologies to policy issues.

• Design a Policy Issue Paper which reflects the structuring of a

policy issue.

Main Content • The identification, structuring, assessment and prioritisation of

public policy issues.

• The design of public policy projects.

• The implementation of public policy projects.

• The control, evaluation and review of public policy projects.

Pre-requisites PUA131 (40%) And GOV 132 (40%)

Co-requisites None






Practicals:


Methods of Student Assessment Tests which measure learning acquired through lecture attendance

and self-study: 10%

Evaluation of the learner’s preparation for tutorial

exercises and participation in tutorial sessions: 20%


Evaluation of research assignment 15%

Examination which measures learning acquired

through lecture attendance and self study: 40%

Home Department School of Government - Public Administration

Module topic Administration and Democracy

Generic module name Administration and Democracy


Credit Value 10

Duration Term


Level 6

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Main Outcomes After completion of the module students should be able to:

Examine and explain contemporary issues of Public

Administration with the administrative, social, economic and

political values of a democratic state.

Examine and apply various approaches on democratic

theories, civil society and bureaucracy to contemporary South

African Public Administration.

Synthesize research findings on public administration and

democracy in South Africa.

Main Content Contemporary issues of South African Public Administration

in relation to administrative, social, economic and political

values of a democratic state.

Approaches on democratic theories, civil society and bureaucracy.

Pre-requisites PUA131 (40%) and GOV132 (40%)

Co-requisites None


Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer 33 hours




Practicals:


Methods of Student Assessment Assignment & tasks: 15%

Tests which measure learning acquired through lecture attendance

and self-study: 10%



Evaluation of Personal Portfolio process 15%


Module topic Public Financial Management

Generic module name Public Financial Management


Credit Value 10

Duration Term


Level 6


Explain the fundamentals of public sector financial

management: terminology; specific facts; conventions; trends

and sequences; classifications and categories; criteria;

methodology; principles and generalizations; and theories of

public financial management.

Explain the significance of the role of the budget in pursuing

the goals and objectives of the government.

Explain the nature and dynamics of the phases of the budget

cycle.

Explain the role of the public manager in public financial

management.

Evaluate the impact of financial control measures (e.g.

auditor-general) on efficient and effective management

practices in governmental organisations.

Main Content Fundamentals of public financial management

Socio-political realities of public financial management

National budgets: features, functions & practices

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Public financial accountability; internal control; auditing;

intergovernmental fiscal relations; provisioning

administration; public debt management; and role of and

functions of public manager in financial management.


Co-requisites


Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer/tutor: 21 hours





Practicals:

Other (specify):


Methods of Student Assessment Assignment & tasks: 20%

Tests which measure learning acquired through lecture attendance

and self-study: 10%



Evaluation of the Personal Portfolio process: 15%

Examination: 40%


Module topic Urban and Rural Management

Generic module name Urban and Rural Management


Credit Value 10

Duration Term


Level 6

Main Outcomes After completion of the module students should be able to

Explain the organisational and societal significance of

urbanisation processes, particularly in developing countries.

Comprehend and explain the challenges urbanisation gives

rise to, such as informal settlements, job creation, service

delivery, etc.).

Explain the challenges facing rural development in

developing countries, particularly on the African continent.

Comprehend contemporary management issues in urban and rural

local government, particularly in developing countries.

Main Content Contemporary issues of urbanisation processes:

challenges of informal settlements, job creation, service

delivery.

Intergovernmental relations and urban functions and

processes.

Role of rural areas in social and political economy and

approaches towards management of this sector.

Appropriate forms of rural government and effective management of

rural and urban development.


Co-requisites None




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Practicals:



and self-study: 10%




Evaluation of research assignment: 15%

Examinations: 40%


Module topic ORGANISATIONAL THEORIES IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR

Generic module name ORGANISATIONAL THEORIES IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR


Credit Value 10

Duration Term


Level 6


Recall terminology; specific facts; trends and sequences;

classifications and categories; criteria; methodology;

principles and generalizations.

Comprehend major theories/schools of thought on

organisation.

Explain applicability of principles of major theories/schools

of thought on organization to public administration

institutions.

Main Content Nature of organisation theories

Formal theories of organisation: Bureaucratic model,

scientific management, universal school of administration,

human relations approach, decision-making approach,

behavioural science approach, environmental approaches,

systems and contingency theories, cybernetics; organization

development and change.


Co-requisites None







Practicals:



and self-study: 10%





Examinations: 40%

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Practicum

Third Year Level

Students are required to select four elective modules in consultation with the Department.


Module topic RESEARCH METHODS IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

Generic module name RESEARCH METHODS IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION


Credit Value 15

Duration Term


Level 7


Explain terminology; specific facts; conventions; trends and

sequences; classifications and categories; criteria;

methodology; principles and generalizations.

Explain the application of analytic tools and social science

methods to problems associated with policy formulation,

implementation and evaluation.

Apply the logic and skills needed to engage in practical

research projects.

Main Content The research process

Conceptual foundations and elements of social scientific

research and types of research

Preparation and conceptualisation of policy studies

Research designs

Analysis of recommendations, research report writing and

communication of research results to policymakers

Pre-requisites PUA131, GOV132; PUA 212

Co-requisites None


Breakdown of Learning Time Contact with lecturer: 21 hours




Practicals/contact with tutor: 14 hours



and self-study: 10%




Evaluation of Research assignment: 15%

Examinations: 40%


Module topic LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Generic module name LOCAL GOVERNMENT


Credit Value 15

Duration Term


Level 7


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Recall terminology; specific facts; conventions; trends and


methodology; principles and generalisations of local

government administration and management.

Comprehend and explain the structure of local government in

South Africa and contemporary management issues in

metropolitan and rural local government.

Analyse and explain elements, relationships, problems and

challenges facing local authorities within a framework of

comparative studies of systems of local government in various

countries.

Main Content Aspects of citizen participation and representation

Local government issues: finance; metropolitan growth;

implications of industrialisation and urbanisation

Comparative study of systems of local government

Pre-requisites PUA 131, GOV132, PUA 222

Co-requisites None









and self-study: 10%


participation in tutorial sessions:20%



Examination: 40%


Module topic COMPARATIVE PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

Generic module name COMPARATIVE PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION


Credit Value 15

Duration Term


Level 7


Explain terminology; specific facts; trends and sequences;


principles and generalisations of administrative systems of

developed and developing nations.

Explain and compare the structure and systems of

administration of government of developed and developing nations.

Explain the elements, relationships and organizational

principles pertaining to the systems of administration of

developed and developing countries.

Main Content Criteria for cross-national comparisons

Comparison of structures and administrative culture;

dimensions of administrative capacity; causes of chronic mal-

administration; comparative study of key policy issues

Pre-requisites PUA131, GOV132, PUA 222

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Co-requisites None









and self-study: 10%




Evaluation of Research assignment: 15%

Examinations: 40%


Module topic THEORIES AND TECHNIQUES OF PLANNING

Generic module name THEORIES AND TECHNIQUES OF PLANNING


Credit Value 15

Duration Term


Level 7


Recall fundamentals of development planning and planning

techniques: terminology; specific facts; conventions; trends

and sequences; classifications and categories; criteria;

methodology; principles and generalizations.

Develop a practically-oriented overview of various models of

development planning and major planning techniques.

Develop an understanding of the field from different

disciplinary perspectives.

Main Content Social mobilization approaches to development

Planning Human resource theories

Economic growth forecasting methods

Demographic-based projections

Micro and macro-economic models

Pre-requisites PUA131, GOV132, PUA 211, PUA 212

Co-requisites None









and self-study: 10%





Examinations: 40%

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Module topic MANAGEMENT IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR

Generic module name MANAGEMENT IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR


Credit Value 15

Duration Term


Level 7


Explain management terminology; conventions; trends and


methodology; principles and generalisations; and theories of

management.

Explain the role, functions and skills requirements of the

public manager in a public sector environment.

Comprehend the utility of specific management techniques to

enhance efficient and effective decision-making.

Main Content Fundamentals of public sector management

Roles & functions of the public manager in policymaking;

planning; organising; leadership; coordination and control;

evaluation, discipline and staff development

Changing roles of public managers and skills required

Pre-requisites PUA131, GOV132, PUA 211, PUA 212, PUA221 (40%), PUA222

(40%)

Co-requisites None









and self-study: 10%

Evaluation of the learner’ s preparation for tutorial exercises and




Examinations: 40%


Module topic DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATION

Generic module name DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATION

Alpha-numeric code PUA322

Credit Value 15

Duration Term


Level 7


Explain terminology; specific facts; trends and sequences;


principles; generalisations; and models of development.

Comprehend and explain the role of public administration in

promoting of especially socio-economic development

Apply models of development in particular development

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situations.

Explain problems and challenges in development

administration and development crises in Third World countries.

Main Content Meanings and features of development administration and

models of development

Entrepreneurial public administration and the promotion of

developmental programmes

Public administration and public enterprise

Problems in development administration in the Third World

Pre-requisites PUA131, GOV132, PUA 222

Co-requisites None









and self-study: 10%





Examinations: 40%

Module Name PUA 323- Management Systems in the Public Sector


Module topic MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR

Generic module name MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR


Credit Value 15

Duration Term


Level 7


Explain terminology, specific facts; trends and sequences;

classifications and categories; criteria; methodology; principles

and generalisations of management systems in the public sector.

Explain application of management systems and techniques to

public sector programmes.

Apply relevant management techniques to particular and

concrete situations within public sector programmes.

Main Content The application of computerized information systems

project management, systems analysis, PERT, CPM, and other

systems management approaches to public sector programmes.

Pre-requisites PUA131, GOV132, PUA 222, PUA221 (40%)

Co-requisites None








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and self-study: 10%





Examinations: 40%

Module Name PUA 324- Public Enterprise Management


Module topic PUBLIC ENTERPRISE MANAGEMENT

Generic module name PUBLIC ENTERPRISE MANAGEMENT

Alpha-numeric Code `PUA324

Credit Value 15

Duration Term


Level 7


Recall terminology, specific facts; trends and sequences;

classifications and categories; criteria; methodology; principles

and generalisations of public enterprises.

Understand and explain the classification, structures and

management systems of public enterprises.

Explain the role of public enterprises as major instruments of

development planning and implementation.

Analyse elements, relationships and organizational principles

pertaining to the structure and management of public

enterprises.

Main Content Examine the purposes, performance and problems

of management in public enterprises and their role

in terms of contribution to employment,

investment and output.

Role of performance of public enterprises; Financial autonomy and

accountability; Coordination within government; Reform of public

enterprise; Privatisation and liquidation.

Pre-requisites PUA131, GOV132, PUA 221, PUA 222

Co-requisites None









and self-study: 10%





Examinations: 40%

Faculty EMS


Module Topic Industrial Policy

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Generic Module Name Industrial Policy

Alpha-numeric Code

NQF Credit Value 15

Duration semester

Proposed semester to be offered. First semester


will be offered

BEcon

NQF level 7

Year Level 3

Main Outcomes After completing this module, learners will be able to:

Evaluate i) the objectives of the NIPF ii) the strategic

programs of NIPF and iii) the implications of the accelerated

and shared growth initiative.

Explain the necessary conditions for industrialisation and ii)

discuss the pre-1994 and post 1994 industrial development

path of South Africa

Perform a situational analysis of industrial development in

South Africa by referring to aspects such as industrial

strategies, financing issues, skill & education issues, impact

of fiscal policy, technology & innovation, small business

development and competition policy.

Evaluate the recent industrial policy plan of government


The concept of Industrial Policy & the National Industrial

Policy Framework (NIPF)

Industrialisation

Situational Analysis of Industrial Development

Industrial & Sector Strategies

Financing Issues of Industrial Policy

Skills & Education Issues for Industrial Policy

Industrial Regulation & Competition Policy

Industrial Policy & Fiscal Policy

Industrial Policy & Issues Pertaining

Industrial policy action Plan

Pre-requisite modules ECO 231 and ECO 232








Selfstudy 51



Assessment Module type Formal assessment. i.e. Test, Assignment and group

tasks

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