Sol Plaatje University Faculty of Economics
The School of Economic and Management Sciences (SoEMS), the home to the BCom, Diploma in Retail Business Management, Post Graduate Diploma in Public Management, Advanced Diploma in Management and Post Graduate Diploma in Entrepreneurship, is a dynamic and inspiring school that continually aims to meet the demands of the fast-changing economic and management environment.
We achieve this by conducting ground-breaking academic research and delivering innovative teaching in disciplines such as Economics, Finance, Accounting, Marketing, Business Management, Entrepreneurship, Retailing and Public Management. Our graduates are able to gain access to tailored opportunities in industry, academia, research, and community service niches. The students gain experience and exposure to local and international businesses through several agreements the School has with relevant stakeholders.
PROGRAMMES
Diploma in Retail Business Management
Period of study: 3 Years
This diploma provides students with the knowledge, insight and skills needed to follow a successful management career in the retail or wholesale fields. Retail and wholesale businesses strive to satisfy the needs of consumers by providing the necessary products and services. The retail industry offers national and international career opportunities for the graduate. The variety of retail and wholesale businesses is enormous and includes departmental stores, hypermarkets, shopping centres, speciality stores, general dealers, chain stores, supermarkets, factory stores, boutiques and restaurants. More …
Advanced Diploma in Management
Period of study: 2 Years
The Advanced Diploma in Management exits at NQF Level 7 and the minimum duration is one year. Students need to obtain a total of 120 SAQA credits in order to obtain the qualification. Graduates with this qualification can work in a variety of sectors including the public sector, private sector as well NPOs and NGOs. Graduates can take up positions relating to strategic management, project management, human resources management, managerial finance as well as business research within lower management, middle management and top management. More …
Bachelor of Commerce (Generic)
Period of study: 3 Years
The Bachelor of Commerce exits at HEQSF level 7 and the minimum duration is three years. A student needs to obtain a total of 416 SAQA credits in order to obtain the degree. There is a strong focus on core functional areas of Business Management with majors offered in Business Management and other disciplines. The BCom intends to develop skilled graduates who are able to engage critically with the world and apply disciplinary content to the resolution of problems. Business Management and Communication are compulsory first year modules. More …
Postgraduate Diploma in Public Management
Period of study: 2 Years
Public Institutions across the country and globally have been struggling with governance, delivery and management obligations due to the low levels of skills and the inaccessibility of quality educational programmes for the enhancement of the capabilities of serving and aspiring public officials. This qualification is directed at enabling individuals to apply relevant skills, knowledge and principles to execute management functions required in the public and non-governmental sectors. More …
Postgraduate Diploma in Entrepreneurship
Period of study: Block Release over a two year period
Entrepreneurship has been identified as crucial to socio-economic development and job creation throughout the world. Generally, within the country and globally, there is an understanding that education can positively impact on entrepreneur creation and enablement of entrepreneurship. This qualification is directed at enabling individuals to develop the necessary skills and knowledge to undertake advanced reflection and development through hands-on practical based learning approaches that open up opportunities for new venture creation, business growth and entrepreneurship. More …