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CALENDAR 2008

FACULTY OF COMMERCE AND ADMINISTRATION

UNDERGRADUATE & POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES

Mafikeng Campus

Faculty of Commerce and Administration

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Table of Contents 1 ACADEMIC AND SUPPORT STAFF 1 1.2 SCHOOLS OF THE FACULTY 1 1.2.1 SCHOOL OF ACCOUNTING AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES 1 1.2.2 SCHOOL OF ECONOMIC AND DECISION SCIENCES 1 1.2.3 GRADUATE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND GOVERNMENT

LEADERSHIP 4 2 AIMS AND OBJECTIVES 5 3 QUALIFICATIONS OFFERED IN THE FACULTY 5 4 DISCIPLINES (DEPARTMENTS) WITHIN THE FACULTY 5 5 RULES AND CURRICULA 6 6 QUALIFICATIONS OFFERED IN THE FACULTY TOGETHER WITH

PROGRAMME CURRICULA 7 6.2 PROGRAMMES INVOLVING COURSEWORK, ARRANGED BY

SCHOOL, AND THEIR QUALIFICATIONS 7 6.2.1.1 School of Accounting and Management Sciences: 7 6.2.1.2 School of Economic and Decision Sciences: 7 6.2.1.3 Graduate School of Business and Government Leadership: 8 6.2.2 PROGRAMMES OF THE SCHOOL OF ACCOUNTING AND

MANAGEMENT SCIENCES 8 6.2.2.1 REGULAR BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (B.COM.) 8 6.2.2.2 EXTENDED BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (B.COM.) 16 6.2.2.3 REGULAR BACHELOR OF ADMINISTRATION (B.ADMIN.) 19 6.2.2.4 BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (B COM HONS) 26 6.2.2.5 BACHELOR OF ADMINISTRATION (B ADMIN HONS) 30 6.2.2.6 MASTER OF COMMERCE (M COM) 31 6.2.2.7 MASTER OF ADMINISTRATION (M ADMIN) 35 6.2.2.8 MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION (MPA) 36 6.2.3 PROGRAMMES OF THE SCHOOL OF ECONOMIC AND DECISION

SCIENCES 38 6.2.3.1 REGULAR B COM PROGRAMMES 38 6.2.3.2 Extended B Com - Economics 47 6.2.3.3 Extended B Com - Information Systems 48 6.2.3.4 Extended B Com - Statistics 49 6.2.3.5 BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (B COM HONS) 50 6.2.3.6 MASTER OF COMMERCE (M COM) 55 6.2.4 PROGRAMMES OF THE GRADUATE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND

GOVERNMENT LEADERSHIP 59 6.3 PROGRAMMES NOT INVOLVING COURSEWORK AND THEIR

QUALIFICATIONS, ALL SCHOOLS 69 6.3.1 MASTER OF PHILOSOPHY (M PHIL) 69 6.3.2 DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (PH D) 70


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7 MODULE DETAILS 72

7.1 Department of Accounting 72 7.2 Department of Economics 87 7.3 Department of Industrial Psychology 104 7.4 Department of Information Systems 115 7.5 Department of Management 129 7.6 Department of Public Administration 137 7.7 Department of Statistics 145

8 MODULES OFFERED BY OTHER FACULTIES 163 8.1 Business Communication 163 8.2 Development Studies 164 8.3 Mercantile law 165 8.4 Public and Procedural Law 168 8.5 Political Studies and International Relations 169


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1 ACADEMIC AND SUPPORT STAFF

1.1 Deans Office Executive Dean Professor R Khumalo, B.Sc Hons (CNAA, UK), MBA (Andrews University-Michigan-USA), DBL (UNISA) Faculty Administrator DR Mheta, B Com (Unibo) Senior Secretary KJ Mokaila, BA Comm (Unibo) Secretary LZ Bingo, Dip in HRM (IPM), PGDM, MBA (Mancosa), B Admin

Hons, M Admin. (NWU) 1.2 SCHOOLS OF THE FACULTY

1.2.1 SCHOOL OF ACCOUNTING AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES

Director: Vacant Secretary KG Gopane Cert in Management

1.2.1.1 Department of Accounting Professor AAI Bootha, BCom (UNISA), CTA (UNISA), CA (SA), CIA Associate Professor Vacant Senior Lecturer N Chitima, BCompt (UNISA), BCompt Hons (UNISA), CA

(SA), CIA K.M. Meko*, B Com (Unin), MBA (Columbia) Lecturer Vacant Junior Lecturers Vacant

1.2.1.2 Department of Industrial Psychology

Associate Professor E.J. Louw, B Com (Hons) (Unisa) M Com, DPhil (UOFS) Senior Lecturer K.R.F. Mokgele, BA PM, BA PM Hons (Fort Hare), MBA (UNW) Lecturers T.J. Maubane, BPA BPA Hons (Unibo), MBA (NWU) N.D. Makgala, B Admin Hons (Unibo, M Com (UNW) D.L. Lesenyeho, B Soc Sc, B Admin Hons, M Admin (UNW) A.M. Molefi, B Com B Com Hons, M Com (UNW) Junior Lecturers Vacant


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1.2.1.3 Department of Management

Professor Vacant Senior Lecturers L.J.K. Godji*, BA Hons (Cape Coast), MBA (Ghana) A.S. Pelser, B Com, B Com Hons (PU vir CHE), M Com (UniVen) Lecturer S.O. Migiro, B.Com (Marathwada University, India), MBA (Madurai

Ramaraj University, India), D Com (University of Zululand) M.A. Matlabe, B Com, B Com Hons, M Com (UNW)

K.L. Motlhabane, Advanced Diploma in Taxation (University of Pretoria), B Com Accounting and Auditing (UNIBO), MBA (UNW)

M.C. Maseko, B Com, B Com Hons (UNW), MBA Finance (UNW) Junior Lecturers S.P. Gwebu, B Com, B Com Hons (UNW)

1.2.1.4 Department of Public Administration

Senior Lecturers L.M. Masilo*, BPA (Unibo), B Admin Hons (Unisa), MPA (Northern Arizona) A.I. Tabane, B Admin Hons (Unisa), MPA (UP) Lecturers E.T. Mabille, BPA, BPA Hons (Unibo), M Admin (Stellenbosch)

L P Bogopane, BPA, BPA Hons (Unibo), MPA (Texas Southern University, Houston, USA)

Junior Lecturer Vacant

1.2.2 School of Economic and Decision Sciences

Director: Professor E. Nyakwende, MSc (Varna, Bul); PhD (Nott, UK) Senior Secretary VTV Mabalane Nat Secretarial Certificate (Setlogelo Tech) Technician M Toka Nat Diploma in Information Technology (Tech Northern Gauteng)

1.2.2.1 Department of Economics Professor Vacant

Senior Lecturers F.P. Lembede, B Com (Unizul), B Com Hons (Unisa), M.A. (Williams) S.J.H. Louw, B Com (UOFS), B Com Hons (UP), MA (Pensylvania)

Lecturers O.D. Daw*, BPA (Unibo), H Diploma, M Sc (Wits) (On Study Leave) K. Visser, B Com (Stellenbosch), B Com Hons (RAU) Junior Lecturers O.A. Baikgaki, B Com Hons (UNW) L.V. Mmutle, B Com, B Com Hons (UNW)


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1.2.2.2 Department of Information Systems

Associate Professor E. Nyakwende, MSc (Varna, Bul); PhD (Nott, UK) Senior Lecturer N. Mavetera, BSc Hons (UZ, ZIM); MSc (ITC, NL) P.Z Ncube, BSc Hons (Enrique Jose Varona), MSc (NUST) Lecturer N Wayi, B Com (Rhodes), B Com Hons, M Com (Pretoria) Junior Lecturers M.E. Nhlapo, B Com, BSc Hons (UNW) F Mosetja, B Com, BSc Hons (UNW)

1.2.2.3 Department of Statistics

Professor Vacant Associate Professor P A E Serumaga Zake, B Sc Hons (Makerere), M Sc (Rhodes), PhD (PU

vir CHE) Senior Lecturers M.S. Sedupane, B.Sc., B.Sc (Hons)(UCT), M.Com (UNW) Lecturers N.N. Maruma, B. Sc. Hons (Unin) L D Metsileng*, B COM, B COM Hons, M Com (UNW) Junior Lecturers K.B. Andrew, B Com, B Com Hons (UNW) N.D. Moroke, B Com, B Com Hons, M Com (UNW)


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1.2.3 Graduate School of Business and Government Leadership Executive Director Professor WPJ van Rensburg, B Com (UFS), B Com Hons; M Com, D Com (Unisa)

Secretary Vacant 1.2.3.1 Postgraduate Division

Director G.D Setsetse, B.A (Unin), B. Admin Hons (Unisa) -RPP Programme Manager Vacant Programme Manager P.T Mpete, B.Admin, B.Admin Hons, (UNW) RTA (SHL) Research Coordinator D.M Akinnusi, BSc Hons (Univ. of Ibadan), MBA (Univ. of Lagos), PhD (Case Western Reserve University). Assistant Programme Manager Vacant Programme Officer R.B Mkansi, B.A (UNW), M.A ( NWU), TRM (OSSREA), PM (NWU

Business Centre), PBM (Unisa), RTA (SHL) Research Assistant S.D Sebolai, BSc, BSc Hons (NWU) 1.2.3.2 Business Centre Director Vacant Programme Manager R.S April, Dip in HRM (IPM), PGDM, MBA (Mancosa)

1.2.3.3 Municipal Leadership Training Institute Director Vacant Programme Coordinator C. Rapoo, B.A Com Hons, MBA (UNW) Programme Coordinator S. Swart, B Com Hons (UP) Adminstrative Officer O.F Mokgosi Secretary E. Moseki


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2 AIMS AND OBJECTIVES • To provide students with a broad background for personal development and growth and a relevant

and practical training which will develop skills and expertise in the individual student whilst at the same time recognising the importance of a commitment to community service.

• To provide education and training courses which will serve the needs of the public service of the North West Province.

• To provide training which will satisfy a wide variety of private sector human resource needs, ranging from sophisticated multinational companies to small businesses in the North West Province and to offer courses recognised by professional bodies such as the Public Accountants and Auditors Board.

• To provide students with a wide variety of courses relevant to employment opportunities to be found in both public and private sectors within and beyond the North West Province.

• To contribute to the development of the human resource in the North West Province through the education of future teachers of commercial and business subjects.

• To promote an innovative and technologically sound approach to the solution of problems of development in the North West Province and to carry out research related to the development priorities.

3 QUALIFICATIONS OFFERED IN THE FACULTY • Bachelor of Administration B.Admin. • Bachelor of Commerce B.Com. • Bachelor of Administration Honours B.Admin.Hons • Bachelor of Commerce Honours B.Com. Hons • Post-Graduate Diploma in Management P.G.D.M • Master of Administration M.Admin. • Master of Business Administration M.B.A. • Master of Commerce M.Com. • Master of Philosophy M.Phil. • Master of Public Administration M.P.A. • Doctor of Philosophy Ph.D.

4 DISCIPLINES WITHIN THE FACULTY Accounting ACC, AUD, TAX Economics ECN, ECA, TEC, LMN Industrial Psychology IPS, HRM, IRL Information Systems INF Management MAN Public Administration PAD Statistics STA, STO, BRM


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5 RULES AND CURRICULA

5.1 General 1. The rules of the Faculty of Commerce and Administration must be read in conjunction with and subject

to the General Rules of the University. 2. A student wishing to enroll for any course or module offered by the Faculty must meet the pre-

requisites/co-requisites and any additional requirements stipulated by the Department or programme involved.

5.2 Interpretation of Pre-requisite Rule If any course X is a pre-requisite for course Y, and course Y is a pre-requisite for course Z, then by implication course X is a pre-requisite for course Z. The same interpretation can be extended to prerequisites for modules. For an example, given that ACC111 is a pre-requisite for ACC121, and also that ACC121 is a pre-requisite for ACC211, then ACC111 is also a pre-requisite for ACC211. If, further, ACC211 is a pre-requisite for AC221 then, again, ACC111 is a pre-requisite for ACC221.

5.3 Assessment 1. To be allowed to an examination an undergraduate/postgraduate must have gained a participation mark

of at least 40% for his/her work during the semester. 2. A student shall be deemed to have completed a module when the final score earned in that module is 50% or

more. However, for purposes of the possible application of General Rule A8.7.2, the director of the school concerned may permit a student to register a 2nd semester module in which a 1st semester prerequisite module was failed, provided all of the following hold: (i) The failed pre-requisite for the 2nd semester module in which the student failed; (ii) The student obtained a minimum of at least 40% in the failed pre-requisite module; (iii) The pre-requisite and the 2nd semester module are in the same subject; (iv) The 2nd semester module follows on the failed pre-requisite and the pre-requisite is assumed learning for the

2nd semester module. 3. When the final score earned by a student in any particular module is in the range 45 – 49, that student’s

work shall be re-assessed, with a view to upgrading the score to 50% if deserved. The instructor for that module shall determine the mode of re-assessment.

4. No external assessors shall be appointed for undergraduate courses/modules. 5. In the case of modules offered below the masters’ level within a school the director must appoint an

internal examiner and one internal or external moderator. In the case of post-graduate programmes done by course work, the director must appoint at least one internal examiner and one external moderator.

6. In the case of post-graduate programmes done by research only, external assessors shall be appointed for the programme.

7. The Faculty shall appoint external evaluators to audit the quality of the Faculty’s programmes on a periodic basis.

5.4 Re-Admission to a Qualification Any existing University Rules shall apply


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5.4.1 The Credit System The term credit is used in this Calendar as a measure of time. It is a measure of the amount of time a student is expected to spend on average studying for a course. This time includes lecture time, self-study time, time on tutorials or on practicum, etc. A credit of 1 is equivalent to 10 hours of work on a course or module. Thus when we say, for example that the course STA111 has a credit rating of 12, we mean that, a student will spend on approximately 120 hours doing all the things that the course demands (lectures, tutorials, independent work, assignments etc.) Each of our qualifications is assigned a credit rating. By that we are specifying how much work has to go into studying for the qualification. As a general rule, each year of study of every one of our qualifications (Bachelors, Honours, Masters etc.) carries a rating of 120 credits. Thus a bachelor’s degree spanning three years of study has a rating of 360 credits. An honours degree is rated at 120 credits, because an honours degree is a one-year qualification.

6 QUALIFICATIONS OFFERED IN THE FACULTY TOGETHER WITH PROGRAMME CURRICULA 6.1 Each School of the Faculty offers a set of programmes leading to qualifications of the Faculty. The details of the qualifications, Programmes and their curricula are now presented by school. 6.2 PROGRAMMES INVOLVING COURSEWORK, ARRANGED BY SCHOOL, AND THE QUALIFICATIONS THEY LEAD TO 6.2.1 The following Qualifications involving Coursework are Offered in the various

Schools: 6.2.1.1 School of Accounting and Management Sciences:

Bachelor’s Degrees in Accounting Professional Stream (CA Stream), Financial Accounting (Commercial Public Accountant), Human Resource Management, Industrial Psychology, Management, Marketing Management, Local Government/Development Management, Political Studies, International Relations, Public Administration; Honours Degrees in Human Resource Management, Industrial Psychology, Industrial Relations, Management, Public Administration; Masters Degrees in Human Resource Management, Industrial Psychology, Industrial Relations, Management, Public Administration.

6.2.1.2 School of Economic and Decision Sciences:

Bachelor’s Degrees in Economics, Information Systems, Operations Research, Statistics, Transport Economics, Logistics Management; Honours Degrees in Applied Economics, Economics, Information Systems, Operations Research, Statistics; Masters Degrees in Economics, Operations Research, Statistics.


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6.2.1.3 Graduate School of Business and Government Leadership:

Postgraduate Diploma in Management, Master of Business Administration. 6.2.2 PROGRAMMES OF THE SCHOOL OF ACCOUNTING AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES

6.2.2.1 REGULAR BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (B.COM.)

6.2.2.1.1 Purpose of Qualification • To provide qualifiers with Graduate level knowledge, analytical skills, interpersonal skills, effective oral and written

communication skills, problem solving skills in the field of business, commerce and management studies; that would enable them to be self-driven, and integrated thinkers who can pursue continued professional growth.

• To provide South Africa with commerce graduates who are capable of contributing to economic growth and job creation as entrepreneurs and professionals.

• To provide South Africa with a significant number of commerce graduates in order to ensure that the local leadership base of innovative knowledge, economic and scholarly activity is widened.

6.2.2.1.2 Admission Requirements To be admitted to the qualification a student should have: 1. Formal Qualifications:

• A Level 4 or the present Senior Certificate with Matriculation Exemption and/with at least 40% standard grade in Mathematics;

• The normal entry requirement is based on the university's matriculation point count system for the Faculty; • Candidates who do not comply with the requirement of mathematics may be admitted into a special

augmented Curriculum which may result in an extended period of study, access to this will still require Matriculation Exemption;

OR 2. Recognition of prior learning for access to this qualification

• In cases where prior learning at other institutions, or relevant experience, is deemed by the Dean to compensate for the lack of formal qualifications required above, a candidate may be admitted to the Faculty.

6.2.2.1.3 Duration of Qualification Minimum: Six Semesters Maximum: Ten Semesters

6.2.2.1.4 Minimum Credit Requirements 360 Credits


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6.2.2.1.5 Programmes Leading to Qualification The following programmes lead to this qualification: Accounting Professional Stream (CA Stream), Financial Accounting (Commercial Public Accountant), Human Resource Management, Industrial Psychology, Management and Marketing Management

6.2.2.1.5.1 ACCOUNTING PROFESSIONAL STREAM (OLD CA STREAM) NO NEW STUDENTS (500202)

6.2.2.1.5.1.1 Purpose of the programme 1. To provide students with the ability to pursue a professional career route culminating in being a Chartered Accountant in

South Africa, CA (SA) or an Associate General Accountant AGA (SA); 2. To provide students with foundation knowledge and skills in professional accounting and auditing 3. To produce professional accountants capable of making lifelong positive contributions to society 4. To produce students with the ability to maintain currency with recent technological developments in the field of accounting

and auditing 5. To instil an attitude of lifelong learning in students 6. To prepare students for postgraduate study in Accounting and Auditing


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6.2.2.1.5.1.2 Prescribed Curriculum (E301M)

Semester 1 Semester 2 Year Code Course Title Weeks Cr. Code Course Title Weeks Cr.

1 ACCM111 Intro. to Accounting 16 12 ACCM121 Financial Reporting 16 12

ECNM111 Intro. to Economics 16 12 ECNM121 Basic Economics 16 12

INYM113 Intro. to IS 16 12 INYM121 Computer Applications and Packages

16 12

MANM111 Intro. to Man. and Man. Processes

16 12 MANM121 The Functions of Man. 16 12

STFM111 Introductory Statistics 16 12 STFM121 Inferential Statistics 16 12

Total Sem.1 Credits 60 Total Sem.2 Credits 60

2 ACCM211 Financial Reporting 16 12 ACCM221 Accounting Techniques 16 12

ACCM213 Computerised Accounting 16 12 ACCM228 Cost and Man. Accounting 16 12

ACCM218 Cost Accounting 16 12 AUDM221 Audit Practice 16 12

AUDM211 Intro. to Auditing 16 12 AUDM229 Admin. of Insolvent Estates 16 12

AUDM219 Admin. of Deceased Estates 16 12 MCLM121 Special Contracts 16 12

MCLM113 Contract 16 12 ACCM224 Computerised Accounting 16 12

Total Sem.1 Credits 16 72 Total Sem.2 Credits 60

3 ACCM315 External Financial Reporting 16 12 ACCM325 Advanced Financial Reporting 16 12

ACCM318 Cost and Man. Accounting 16 12 ACCM328 Cost and Man. Accounting 16 12

AUDM311 Public Audit Practice 16 12 AUDM321 The Audit of Limited Companies 16 12

MCLM212 Business Structures 16 12 MCLM222 Commercial Paper, Insurance and Insolvency

16 12

TAXM311 Income Tax Law 16 12 TAXM321 Income Tax Practice 16 12


6.2.2.1.5.2 FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING (COMMERCIAL PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT) (500200)

6.2.2.1.5.2.1 Purpose of the programme 1. To provide students with the ability to pursue a professional career route culminating in being a Commercial Public

Accountant, CPA. 3. To provide students with foundation knowledge and skills in professional accounting and auditing 4. To produce professional accountants capable of making lifelong positive contributions to society 5. To produce students with the ability to maintain currency with recent technological developments in the field of accounting


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1 ACCM112 Accounting Practice 16 16 ACCM122 Accounting Practice 16 16

INYM116 Computers and Info Systems 16 8 ECNM122 Micro and Macro Economics 16 16

HBCM111 Learning and reading development

16 8 MCLM122 Organisational Law 16 16

MANM112 Intro. Business Management 16 8 STFM124 Statistics for Business Management & Mathematical Techniques

16 16

ECNM112 The South African Economical Environment

16 8

HRNM112 Human Resource Management 16 8

MCLM111 Contractual Law 16 8

MCLM112 Business Law 16 8



ACCM216 Management Accounting 16 16 ACCM226 Management Accounting 16 16

ACCM214 Financial Accounting and Computers

16 16 MANM222 Creative Entrepreneurship 16 8

AUDM212 Internal Audit 16 16 AUDM222 Internal Audit 16 16

HBCM221 Effective Communication 16 8

ACCM223 Ethics 16 8



ACCM313 Management Accounting 16 16 ACCM323 Management Accounting: Decision Making & Financial Man

16 16

ACCM316 Business Ethics 16 8 AUDM322 Auditing & Accounting applications on computers

16 16

MCLM312 Commercial Law: Company Law 16 8 TAXM322 Taxation: Company Taxes, trusts, etc

16 16

TAXM312 Taxation: Tax of Individuals & Companies

16 16



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6.2.2.1.5.3 ACCOUNTING PROFESSIONAL STREAM (NEW CA STREAM) (500201)

6.2.2.1.5.3.1 Purpose of the programme 1. To provide students with the ability to pursue a professional career route culminating in being a Chartered Accountant, CA. 2 To provide students with foundation knowledge and skills in professional accounting and auditing 3 To produce professional accountants capable of making lifelong positive contributions to society 4 To produce students with the ability to maintain currency with recent technological developments in the field of accounting



1 ACCM114 Applied Accountancy 16 16 ACCM124 Applied Accountancy 16 16





16 16


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AUDM214 Audit 16 16 AUDM224 Audit 16 16

ECNM213 Micro and Macro Economics 16 16 HBCM221 Effective Communication 16 8

HBCM222 Applied Communication Skills 16 8

ACCM223 Ethics 16 8


3 ACCM313 Management Accounting 16 16 ACCM323 Management Accounting: Decision Making & Financial Man

16 16

ACCM314 Applied Accountancy 16 16 ACCM324 Applied Accountancy 16 16


16 16


16 16 TAXM322 Taxation: Company Taxes, trusts, etc

16 16

MCLM313 Applied Companies Law 16 16 AUDM323 Audit 16 16



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6.2.2.1.5.4 HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT & INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY (500195)

6.2.2.1.5.4.1 Purpose of the programme 1. To provide training which will satisfy the needs of the private and public sector in the North West Province in particular, and

South Africa in general; 2. To equip students with a high level of specialised theoretical and practical knowledge in major disciplines pertaining to the

private and public sectors; 3. To prepare students for the specialised field of private sector Human Resource Management and make them adaptable to a

public sector environment; 4. To prepare students to apply their knowledge to specific human resource problems and to solve these problems; 5. To prepare students for a variety of job opportunities in Commerce and Industry, and the Public Sector and related

institutions in general; 6. To provide courses which are in line with world trends in the field of Human Resource Management and Industrial

Psychology; 7. To provide courses that will equip students with the skills needed for self-employment.




HRNM111 Intro. to Hum. Res. Man. (HRM) 16 12 HRNM121 The role and functions of the Hum. Res. Man.

16 12

IPSM111 Intro. to Industrial Psychology 16 12 IPSM121 Basic concepts of Organisational Behaviour

16 12




Total Sem.1 Credits 60 Total Sem.2 Credits 60 2 HRNM211 Hum. Res. Training and Dev. 16 12 HRNM221 Performance Man. and reward

Sys. 16 12


16 12

IPSM211 Career Psychology 16 12 IPSM221 Consumer Psychology 16 12

MANM219 Entrepreneurship and Business Opportunities

16 12 MANM227 Entrepreneurship and Financial aspects in SMME's

16 12

MCLM113 Contract 16 12 MCLM123 Labour Law 16 12

Total Sem.1 Credits 60 Total Sem.2 Credits 60 3 ECNM111 Intro. to Economics 16 12 ECNM121 Basic Economics 16 12

HRNM311 Industrial Relations (IR) 16 12 HRNM321 Strategic Hum. Res. Man. 16 12

INYM211 Info. Sys. Theory and Practice 16 12 INYM223 Sys. Analysis and Design 16 12

IPSM311 Psychometrics and research methodology

16 12 IPSM321 Organisational Behaviour 16 12

MANM211 Marketing Man. 16 12 MANM226 Project Man. 16 12



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6.2.2.1.5.5 MANAGEMENT (500197)

6.2.2.1.5.5.1 Purpose of the programme 1. To provide training which will satisfy the managerial needs of the private sector in the North West Province in particular,

and South Africa in general; 2. To prepare students for the specialised field of private sector management and make them adaptable to a public sector

environment; 3. To prepare students to apply their knowledge to specific business problems and negotiate decisions to solve problems; 4. To prepare students for a variety of job opportunities in the Financial Services, Commerce and Industry, and the Public

Sector and related institutions in general; 5. To provide courses which are in line with world trends in the field of management development; 6. To provide courses that will equip students with the skills needed for self-employment.





HRNM111 Intro. to Hum. Res. Man. (HRM) 16 12 HRNM121 The role and functions of the Hum. Res. Man.

16 12





2 HRNM211 Hum. Res. Training and Dev. 16 12 HRNM221 Performance Man. and reward Sys.

16 12


16 12

MANM211 Marketing Man. 16 12 MANM221 Financial Man. 16 12



16 12

MCLM113 Contract 16 12 MCLM121 Special Contracts 16 12


3 HRNM311 Industrial Relations (IR) 16 12 HRNM321 Strategic Hum. Res. Man. 16 12

INYM211 Info. Sys. Theory and Practice 16 12 INYM223 Sys. Analysis and Design 16 12

MANM218 Personal Financial Man. 16 12 MANM226 Project Man. 16 12

MANM311 Production and Operations Man. 16 12 MANM321 Strategic Man. and Business Policy

16 12

MANM319 Investment and Financial Risk Man.

16 12 MANM329 Purchasing Man. 16 12



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6.2.2.1.5.6 MARKETING MANAGEMENT (500203)

6.2.2.1.5.6.1 Purpose of the programme 1. To provide training which will satisfy the managerial needs of the private sector in the North West Province in particular, and

South Africa in general; 2. To prepare students for the specialised field of private sector management and make them adaptable to a public sector

environment; 3. To prepare students to apply their knowledge to specific business problems and negotiate decisions to solve problems; 4. To prepare students for a variety of job opportunities in the Financial Services, Commerce and Industry, and the Public

Sector and related institutions in general; 5. To provide courses which are in line with world trends in the field of management development; 6. To provide courses that will equip students with the skills needed for self-employment.

6.2.2.1.5.6.2 Prescribed Curriculum (E308M) table cell background colour




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MANM111 Intro. to Man. and Man. Processes 16 12 MANM121 The Functions of Man. 16 12



2 MANM211 Marketing Man. 16 12 BRMM221 Business Research Methods 16 12

HCTS211 Intro. To Hospitality Marketing 16 12 IPSM221 Consumer Psychology 16 12


16 12 HCTS221 Variables Affecting Travel & Tourism

16 12

HCBM211 Business Communication 16 12 MANM221 Financial Man. 16 12



3 MANM218 Personal Financial Man. 16 12 MANM226 Project Man. 16 12


16 12

MANM312 Relationship Marketing 16 12 MANM322 Distribution Management 16 12

MANM313 Strategic Marketing 16 12 MANM323 Marketing Communication 16 12

MANM319 Investment and Financial Risk Man. 16 12 MANM329 Purchasing Man. 16 12



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6.2.2.2 EXTENDED BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (B.COM.) (500204)

6.2.2.1.1 EXTENDED B COM - ACCOUNTING PROFESSIONAL STREAM (NEW CA STREAM)

6.2.2.1.1.1 Purpose of the programme 1. To provide students with the ability to pursue a professional career route culminating in being a Chartered Accountant, CA. 6. To provide students with foundation knowledge and skills in professional accounting and auditing 7. To produce professional accountants capable of making lifelong positive contributions to society 8. To produce students with the ability to maintain currency with recent technological developments in the field of accounting

6.2.2.1.1.2 Prescribed Curriculum (E301M)


1 CFAM111 Intro. to Accounting 16 6 CFAM121 Intro. to Financial Accounting 16 6

CFEM111 Intro. to Microeconomics 16 12 CFEM121 Intro. to Macroeconomics 16 12

CFFM111 Fundamentals of Management 16 12 CFFM121 Fundamentals of Commerce 16 12

SFSM111 Success strategies & productive skills

16 12 SFSM121 Receptive skills 16 12

SFMM111 Pre-calculus I 16 12 SFMM121 Pre-calculus II 16 12







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AUDM214 Audit 16 16 AUDM224 Audit 16 16

ECNM213 Micro and Macro Economics 16 16 HBCM221 Effective Communication 16 8

HBCM222 Applied Communication Skills 16 8

ACCM223 Ethics 16 8


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4 ACCM313 Management Accounting 16 16 ACCM323 Management Accounting: Decision Making & Financial Man

16 16

ACCM314 Applied Accountancy 16 16 ACCM324 Applied Accountancy 16 16


16 16


16 16 TAXM322 Taxation: Company Taxes, trusts, etc

16 16

MCLM313 Applied Companies Law 16 16 AUDM323 Audit 16 16

Total Sem.1 Credits 16 72 Total Sem.2 Credits 80


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6.2.2.2.2 EXTENDED B COM - MARKETING MANAGEMENT (500206)

6.2.2.2.2.1 Purpose of the programme



1 CFAM111 Intro. to Accounting 16 6 CFAM121 Intro. to Financial Accounting

16 6

CFEM111 Intro. to Microeconomics 16 12 CFEM121 Intro. to Macroeconomics

16 12

CFFM111 Fundamentals of Management 16 12 CFFM121 Fundamentals of Commerce

16 12

SFSM111 Success strategies & productive skills 16 12 SFSM121 Receptive skills 16 12





16 12


MANM111 Intro. to Man. and Man. Processes 16 12 MANM121 The Functions of Man.

16 12



3 MANM211 Marketing Man. 16 12 BRMM221 Business Research Methods

16 12

HCTS211 Tourism 16 12 IPSM221 Consumer Psychology

16 12

MANM219 Entrepreneurship and Business Opportunities 16 12 HCTS221 Tourism Man. 16 12

HBCM211 Business Communication 16 12 MANM221 Financial Man. 16 12


4 Total Sem.1 Credits 60 Total Sem.2 Credits 60

MANM218 Personal Financial Man. 16 12 MANM226 Project Man. 16 12


16 12

MANM312 Relationship Marketing 16 12 MANM322 Distribution Management

16 12

MANM313 Strategic Marketing 16 12 MANM323 Marketing Communication

16 12

MANM319 Investment and Financial Risk Man. 16 12 MANM329 Purchasing Man. 16 12



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6.2.2.3 REGULAR BACHELOR OF ADMINISTRATION (B.ADMIN.)

6.2.2.3.1 Purpose of Qualification • To provide qualifiers with Graduate level knowledge, analytical skills, interpersonal skills, effective oral and written

communication skills, problem solving skills in the field of public administration, public management, governance, and development management studies, that would enable them to be self-driven, and integrated thinkers who can pursue continued professional growth.

• To provide South Africa with graduates who are capable of leading extensive governmental and non-governmental administrative and management transformation, as well as guiding improved infrastructures and services.

• To provide South Africa with public professionals who are able to contribute to, and act within, a democratic, accountable, and responsive public sector environment and non-governmental environment.

• To provide South Africa with a significant number of graduates in order to ensure that the local administrative and political leadership base of innovative knowledge, economic and scholarly activity is widened.

6.2.2.3.2 Entrance Requirements To be admitted to the qualification a student should have 1. Formal Qualifications

• A Level 4 or the present Senior Certificate with Matriculation Exemption • The normal entry requirement is based on the university's matriculation point count system for the Faculty;





6.2.2.3.5 Programmes Leading to the Qualification


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6.2.2.3.5.1 ECONOMICS (545107)

6.2.2.3.5.1.1 Purpose of the programme 1. To provide training which will satisfy the needs of the private and public sector in the North West Province in particular, and South Africa in general; 2. To equip students with a high level of specialised theoretical and practical knowledge in major disciplines pertaining to the private and public sectors; 3. To prepare students to apply their knowledge to specific economic and social problems as faced by the economy and to offer both theoretical and practical

solutions; 4. To prepare students for a variety of job opportunities in Commerce and Industry, and the Public Sector and related institutions in general; 5. To provide courses which are in line with world trends in the field of economics and other related disciplines;



1 ECNM111 Intro. to Economics 16 12 ECNM121 Basic Economics 16 12


16 12

PAYM118 Intro. to Public Admin. 16 12 PAYM128 Organisation of Govt and Admin.

16 12

HPOL111 Introduction to Political Studies 16 12 HPOL121 Political Philosophy 16 12



2 PAYM215 Public Financial Man 16 12 PAYM226 Human Resource Man 16 12

ECNM211 Basic Microeconomics 16 12 ECNM221 Intermediate Microeconomics 16 12

ECNM212 Basic Macroeconomics 16 12 ECNM222 Intermediate Macroeconomics 16 12


16 12

Select One course below Select One course below

HIRL211 Introduction to International Relations

16 12 HIRL221 Foreign Policy Formulation 16 12

ACCM111 Intro. to Accounting 16 12 ACCM129 Govt. Accounting 16 12


3 PPLM313 Constitutional Law 16 12 PPLM322 Administrative Law 16 12



PAYM315 Organisational And Administrative Theories

16 12 PAYM324 Govt. Policy Analysis 16 12

PAYM316 Research Methods In Public Admin

16 12 PAYM326 Comparative And International Admin

16 12

ECNM311 Public Finance and Policy Analysis

16 12 ECNM321 Quantitative Economics 16 12

Select One Course Select One Course

ECNM312 Dev. Economics 16 12 ECNM322 International Economics 16 12

ECAM311 Planning Techniques 16 12 ECAM321 Strategy of Planning 16 12



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6.2.2.3.5.2 HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (545108)

6.2.2.3.5.2.1 Purpose of the Programme 1. To provide training which will satisfy the needs of the public and private sector in South Africa in general, and the

North West Province in particular; 2. To prepare students for the specialised field of public sector Human Resource Management and make them

adaptable to a private sector environment; 3. To prepare students to apply their knowledge to specific human resource problems and to solve these problems; 4. To prepare students for a variety of job opportunities in the public/private sector and related institutions in general; 5. To provide courses which are in line with world trends in the field of Human Resource Management; 6. To provide courses that will equip students with the skills needed for self-employment.

6.2.2.3.5.2.2.3 Prescribed Curriculum (E321M)

Semester 1 Semester 2 Year Code Course Title Weeks Cr. Code Course Title Weeks Cr. 1 ECNM111 Intro. to Economics 16 12 ECNM121 Basic Economics 16 12 HRNM111 Intro. to Hum. Res. Man. (HRM) 16 12 HRNM121 The role and functions of the

Hum. Res. Man. 16 12


16 12




16 12

Total Sem.1 Credits 60 Total Sem.2 Credits 60 2 HRNM211 Hum. Res. Training and Dev. 16 12 HRNM221 Performance Man. and reward

Sys. 16 12


16 12

MCLM113 Contract 16 12 MCLM123 Labour Law 16 12 PAYM215 Public Financial Man 16 12 PAYM226 Human Resource

Management 16 12

STFM112 Basic Statistics 16 12 STFM122 Intro. to Financial Mathematics 16 12 Total Sem.1 Credits 60 Total Sem.2 Credits 60 3 HRNM311 Industrial Relations (IR) 16 12 HRNM321 Strategic Hum. Res. Man. 16 12 IPSM211 Career Psychology 16 12 IPSM221 Consumer Psychology 16 12 PAYM315 Organisational And Administrative

Theories 16 12 PAYM324 Gov. Policy Analysis 16 12

PAYM316 Research Methods In Public Administration

16 12 PAYM326 Comparative And International Administration

16 12



16 12

Select One Course Select One Course

PPLM313 Constitutional Law 16 12 PPLM322 Administrative Law 16 12


PAYM216 Development Man 16 12 PAYM227 Developmental Local Govt and Admin.

16 12



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6.2.2.3.5.3 LOCAL GOVERNMENT/DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT (545109)


Semester 1 Semester 2 Year Code Course Title Weeks Cr. Code Course Title Weeks Cr. 1 ACCM111 Intro. to Accounting 16 12 ACCM129 Gov. Accounting 16 12 ECNM111 Intro. to Economics 16 12 ECNM121 Basic Economics 16 12 INYM113 Intro. to IS 16 12 INYM121 Computer Applications and

Packages 16 12

LGAM115 Intro. Local Gov. and Admin 16 12 LGAM126 Municipal service delivery 16 12 PAYM118 Theory And The Practice Of

Public Admin. 16 12 PAYM128 Public Management 16 12

STFM112 Elementary Statistics 16 12 STFM122 Intro. to Financial Mathematics 16 12 Total Sem.1 Credits 72 Total Sem.2 Credits 72 2 PAYM216 Development Management 16 12 LGAM225 Integrated Development

Management 16 12

LGAM215 Local Economic Development 16 12 LGAM226 Municipal Service Partnerships 16 12 MANM111 Intro. to Man. and Man.

Processes 16 12 MANM121 The Functions of Man. 16 12

PAYM215 Public Financial Resource Management

16 12 PAYM226 Human Resource Management

16 12

PPLM313 Constitutional Law 16 12 PPLM322 Administrative Law 16 12 Total Sem.1 Credits 60 Total Sem.2 Credits 60 3 DMTM316 Community participation in

development programmes and projects

16 12 DMTM325 Environmental Development Management

16 12

IPSM111 Intro. to Industrial Psychology 16 12 DMTM326 International Dev. Man. 16 12 LGAM315 Governance and ethics 16 12 IPSM121 Basic concepts of

Organisational Behaviour 16 12

LGAM316 Financial Management in Local Gov.

16 12 LGAM325 Housing policy and management

16 12

MANM211 Marketing Man. 16 12 LGAM326 Comparative Local Gov. and Administration

16 12

Total Sem.1 Credits 60 Total Sem.2 Credits 60 6.2.2.3.5.4 Industrial Psychology (545110)

6.2.2.3.5.4.1 Purpose of the Programme 1. To provide training which will satisfy the needs of the public and private sector in South Africa in general, and the North West

Province in particular; 2. To prepare students for the specialised field of public sector Industrial Psychology and make them adaptable to a private

sector environment; 3. To prepare students to apply their knowledge to specific organisational behaviour problems and to solve these problems; 4. To prepare students for a variety of job opportunities in the public/private sector and related institutions in general; 5. To provide courses which are in line with world trends in the field of Industrial Psychology; 6. To provide courses that will equip students with the skills needed for self-employment.


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Semester 1 Semester 2 Year Code Course Title Weeks Cr. Code Course Title Weeks Cr. 1 ECNM111 Intro. to Economics 16 12 ECNM121 Basic Economics 16 12 INYM113 Intro. to IS 16 12 INYM121 Computer Applications and

Packages 16 12


16 12


16 12

STFM111 Introductory Statistics 16 12 STFM121 Inferential Statistics 16 12 Total Sem.1 Credits 60 Total Sem.2 Credits 60 2 ACCM111 Intro. to Accounting 16 12 ACCM129 Gov. Accounting 16 12 HRNM111 Intro. to Hum. Res. Man. (HRM) 16 12 HRNM121 The role and functions of the

Hum. Res. Man. 16 12



IPSM211 Career Psychology 16 12 IPSM221 Consumer Psychology 16 12 PAYM215 Public Financial Man 16 12 PAYM226 Human Resource Man 16 12 Total Sem.1 Credits 60 Total Sem.2 Credits 60 3 HRNM211 Hum. Res. Training and Dev. 16 12 HRNM221 Performance Man. and reward

Sys. 16 12

IPSM311 Psychometrics and research methodology

16 12 IPSM321 Organisational Behaviour 16 12


16 12 PAYM324 Gov. Policy Analysis 16 12



16 12

PPLM313 Constitutional Law 16 12 PPLM322 Administrative Law 16 12 MANM219 Entrepreneurship and Business

Opportunities 16 12 MANM227 Entrepreneurship and

Financial aspects in SMME's 16 12



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6.2.2.3.5.5 Political Studies or International Relations (545111)

6.2.2.3.5.5.1 Prescribe Curriculum (E324M)

Semester 1 Semester 2 Year Code Course Title Weeks Cr. Code Course Title Weeks Cr. 1 ECNM111 Intro. to Economics 16 12 ECNM121 Basic Economics 16 12 INYM113 Intro. to IS 16 12 INYM121 Computer Applications and

Packages 16 12


16 12

HPOL111 Introduction to Political Studies 16 12 HPOL121 Political Philosophy 16 12 STFM112 Basic Statistics 16 12 STFM122 Intro. to Financial Mathematics 16 12 Total Sem.1 Credits 60 Total Sem.2 Credits 60 2 ACCM111 Intro. to Accounting 16 12 ACCM129 Gov. Accounting 16 12 IPSM111 Intro. to Industrial Psychology 16 12 IPSM121 Basic concepts of


HIRL211 Introduction to International Relations

16 12 HIRL221 Foreign Policy Formulation 16 12

PAYM215 Public Financial Resource Management

16 12 PAYM226 Human Resource Management

16 12

HPOL211 Modern Political Thought 16 12 HPOL221 African Politics 16 12 Total Sem.1 Credits 60 Total Sem.2 Credits 60

3 HDEV131 Introduction to Development

Studies 8 6 HDEV151 Development Issues and

Problems 8 6

HDEV141 Introduction to Development Studies

8 6 HDEV161 Development Issues and Problems

8 6

HIRL311 Theories of International Relations

16 12 HIRL321 Conflict and Conflict Management

16 12





16 12

HPOL311 Africa Politics 16 12 HPOL321 South African Politics 16 12 PPLM313 Constitutional Law 16 12 PPLM322 Administrative Law 16 12 Total Sem.1 Credits 72 Total Sem.2 Credits 72


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6.2.2.3.5.6 Public Administration (545113)

6.2.2.3.5.6.1 Prescribed Curriculum (E325M) Semester 1 Semester 2 Year Code Course Title Weeks Cr. Code Course Title Weeks Cr. 1 ECNM111 Intro. to Economics 16 12 ECNM121 Basic Economics 16 12 INYM113 Intro. to IS 16 12 INYM121 Computer Applications and

Packages 16 12

ACCM111 Intro. to Accounting 16 12 ACCM129 Gov. Accounting 16 12 PAYM118 Intro. to Public Admin. 16 12 PAYM128 Organisation of Govt and

Admin. 16 12

STFM112 Basic Statistics 16 12 STFM122 Intro. to Financial Mathematics 16 12 Total Sem.1 Credits 60 Total Sem.2 Credits 60 2 PAYM216 Development Man 16 12 PAYM227 Developmental Local Govt and

Admin. 16 12

ECNM211 Basic Microeconomics 16 12 ECNM221 Intermediate Microeconomics 16 12 MANM111 Intro. to Man. and Man.

Processes 16 12 MANM121 The Functions of Man. 16 12

HPOL111 Introduction to Political Studies 16 12 HPOL121 Political Philosophy 16 12 PAYM215 Public Financial Man 16 12 PAYM226 Human Resource Man 16 12 Total Sem.1 Credits 60 Total Sem.2 Credits 60 3 IPSM111 Intro. to Industrial Psychology 16 12 IPSM121 Basic concepts of






16 12

PPLM313 Constitutional Law 16 12 PPLM322 Administrative Law 16 12 MANM219 Entrepreneurship and Business

Opportunities 16 12 MANM226 Project Man. 16 12



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6.2.2.4 BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (B COM HONS)

6.2.2.4.1 Purpose of Qualification • To provide qualifiers with comprehensive knowledge, analytical skills, interpersonal skills, effective oral and written

communication skills, problem solving skills in the field of business, commerce and management studies; that would enable them to be self-driven, and integrated thinkers who can critically evaluate the literature pertaining to the field of specialisation and continue professional growth.

• To provide South Africa with commerce post-graduates who are capable of contributing to economic growth and job creation as entrepreneurs and professionals.

• To provide South Africa with a significant number of commerce post-graduates in order to ensure that the local leadership base in innovative knowledge, economic and scholarly activity is widened.

6.2.2.4.2 Entrance Requirements To be admitted to the qualification a student should have: 1. Formal Qualifications: • B.Com. Degree or another approved related Commercial Bachelors Degree and have passed the final course in the subject in which he/she wishes to proceed; or • Be in possession of another degree and have passed at least five B.Com courses which include subjects such as Economics, Management, Accounting, and Quantitative Methods and have passed the final course in the subject in which he/she wishes to study; or • Post-graduate Diploma in Management or equivalent

OR 2. Recognition of prior learning for access to this qualification • In cases where prior learning at other institutions, or relevant experience, is deemed by the Dean to compensate for the lack of formal qualifications required above, a candidate may be admitted to the Faculty.

6.2.2.4.3 Duration of Qualification Minimum: Two Semesters Maximum: Four Semesters




6.2.2.4.5.1.1 Purpose of the Programme 1. The postgraduate programme in Industrial Psychology is designed to provide students with a sound basis of Industrial

Psychology theory as well as the application of principles in the business world. 2. The postgraduate courses are in line with the development of academic research in the field and also with the increasing

demand for quantitative techniques (for analysis) in practice. 3. The exposure to disciplines in a variety of functional areas will successfully prepare students for professional careers as

Human Resource managers/specialists, in academic institutions and in the new millennium in private as well as public sector organisations.

6.2.2.4.5.1.2 Admission requirements 1. Admission to the Human Resource Management programme is limited to approved students with credits in Industrial

Psychology/Human Resource Management at the 300 level or their equivalent or a related field, e.g. Management (see general rules for admission).

2. To be admitted to the Honours programme a student shall have obtained an average of 60% in IPSM311/HRNM311 and IPSM321/HRNM321 or equivalent.

3. Students admitted to the programme are expected to have a grounding in Mathematics and Statistics. This requirement can be met by successfully completing STFM111 and STFM121.


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Semester 1 Semester 2 Year Code Course Title Weeks Cr. Code Course Title Weeks Cr. 1 HRNM611 Hum. Res. Training and Dev. 16 12 HRNM621 Strategic Hum. Res. Man. 16 12 HRNM612 The Hum. Res. Man. Function 16 12 MCLM621 Labour Law 16 15 HRNM671 Research Project 32 60 IPSM622 Career Psychology 16 12 Total Credits 84 Total Credits 39

6.2.2.4.5.2 INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY (504112)

6.2.2.4.5.1.Purpose of the Programme 1. The postgraduate programme in Industrial Psychology is designed to provide students with a sound basis of Industrial

Psychology theory as well as the application of principles in the business world. 2. The postgraduate courses are in line with the development of academic research in the field and also with the

increasing demand for quantitative techniques (for analysis) in practice. 3. The exposure to disciplines in a variety of functional areas will successfully prepare students for professional careers as

Psychometrists/Counsellors/Industrial Psychologists, in academic institutions and in the new millennium in private as well as public sector organisations.

6.2.2.4.5.2 Admission requirements 1. Admission to the Industrial Psychology programme is limited to approved students with credits in Industrial Psychology

at the 300 level or their equivalent or a related field, e.g. Human Resource Management (see general rules for admission).

2. To be admitted to the Honours programme a student shall have obtained an average of 60% in IPSM311 and IPSM321. 3. Students admitted to the Honours programme are expected to have grounding in Mathematics and Statistics. This

requirement can be met by successfully completing STFM111 and STFM121


Semester 1 Semester 2 Year Code Course Title Weeks Cr. Code Course Title Weeks Cr. 1 IPSM611 Psychometrics 16 12 IPSM622 Career Psychology 16 12 HRNM612 HRM Functions 16 12 IPSM621 Organisational Behaviour 16 12 IPSM671 Research Project 32 60 MCLM621 Labour Law 16 15 Total Credits 84 Total Credits 39

6.2.2.4.5.3 INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS (504113)

6.2.2.4.5.3.1 Purpose of the programme 1. The postgraduate programme in Industrial Relations is designed to provide students with a sound basis of Industrial

Relations theory as well as the application of principles in the business world. 2. The postgraduate courses are in line with the development of academic research in the field and also with the

increasing demand for quantitative techniques (for analysis) in practice. 3. The exposure to disciplines in a variety of functional areas will successfully prepare students for professional careers as

Industrial Relations managers in academic institutions and in private as well as public sector organisations.

6.2.2.4.5.3.2 Admission requirements 1. Admission to the Industrial Relations programme is limited to approved students with credits in Industrial Psychology at

the 300 level or their equivalent or a related field, e.g. Human Resource Management (see general rules for admission)


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2. To be admitted to this Honours programme a student shall have obtained an average of 55% in IPSM311 and IPSM321.

3. Students from other disciplines (e.g. those who majored in Management, Public administration, Psychology, Sociology or Communication) will also be considered for admission to the programme, provided that they have obtained a minimum of 60% in both of their majors. Admission will also be considered for graduates who have had a minimum of three years of experience in the Human Resource Management/ Industrial Relations field.


Semester 1 Semester 2 Year Code Course Title Weeks Cr. Code Course Title Weeks Cr. 1 HRNM612 HRM Functions 16 12 HRNM622 Collective Bargaining and

Conflict Man. 16 12

HRNM613 Industrial Relations and the Environment

16 12 HRNM621 Strategic Hum. Res. Man. 16 12

HRNM671 Research Project 32 60 MCLM621 Labour Law 16 15 Total Credits 54 Total Credits 39

6.2.2.4.5.4 MANAGEMENT (504115)

6.2.2.4.5.4.1 Purpose of Programme 1. The postgraduate programme in Management is designed to provide students with a sound basis of modern

management theory in the business world. 2. The postgraduate courses are in line with the development of academic research in the field and also with the

increasing demand for quantitative techniques (for analysis) in business practice. 3. The curriculum is designed to develop managerial potential in students by exposing them to advanced functional

disciplines in business management. 4. The exposure to disciplines in a variety of functional areas will successfully prepare students for professional

careers as business economists, in academic institutions and in the new millennium private sector organisations.

6.2.2.4.5.4.2 Admission requirements 1. Admission to the B.Com. Hons. in Management programme is limited to approved students with credits in

Management at the 300 level or their equivalent or a related field. (See general rules for admission) 2. To be admitted to the Honours programme a student shall have obtained an average of 60% in MANM311 and

MANM321 and an aggregate of at least 55% in any THREE of the following courses: MANM211, MANM221, MANM219, MANM226, MANM227, MANM319, MANM329.

3. Students admitted to the Honours programme are expected to have grounding in Mathematics and Statistics. This requirement can be met by successfully completing STFM111 and STFM121.


Semester 1 Semester 2 Year Code Course Title Weeks Cr. Code Course Title Weeks Cr. 1 MANM617 Operations Man. 16 18 MANM624 Advanced Materials Man. 16 18 MANM618 Advanced Man. Theories 16 18 MANM626 Problems of Financial Man. 16 18 MANM619 Marketing Research 16 18 MANM627 Strategic Man. and Business

Policy 16 18

MANM671 Research Project 16 12 MANM671 Research Project 16 12 Total Credits 66 Total Credits 54


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6.2.2.5 BACHELOR OF ADMINISTRATION (B ADMIN HONS)


communication skills, problem solving skills in the field of public administration, public management, governance, and development management studies, that would enable them to be self-driven, and integrated thinkers who can critically evaluate the literature pertaining to the field of specialisation and continue professional growth.

• To provide South Africa with post-graduates who are capable of leading extensive governmental and non-governmental administrative and management transformation, as well guiding improved infrastructures and services.

• To provide South Africa with professionals who are able to contribute to, and act within, a democratic, accountable, and responsive public sector environment and non-governmental environment.

• To provide South Africa with a significant number of post-graduates in order to ensure that the local administrative and political leadership base in innovative knowledge, economic and scholarly activity is widened.

6.2.2.5.2 Entrance Requirements To be admitted to the qualification a student should have 1. Formal Qualifications: • B.Admin. Degree or another approved related Administrative Bachelors Degree and have passed the final course in the subject in which he/she wishes to proceed; or • Be in possession of another degree and have passed at least five B.Admin. courses which include subjects such as Public Administration, Economics, Management, Accounting or/and Information Systems, Political Studies or International Relations, and Quantitative Methods and have passed the final course in the subject in which he/she wishes to study; or • Post-graduate Diploma in Management or equivalent

OR 2. Recognition of prior learning for access to this qualification • In cases where prior learning at other institutions, or relevant experience, is deemed by the Dean to compensate for the

lack of formal qualifications required above, a candidate may be admitted to the Faculty.




6.2.2.5.5.1 HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (548104)(E611M) The programme is identical to the B.Com. Hons Human Resource Management detailed on page 27

6.2.2.5.5.2 INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY (548108)(E612M) The programme is identical to the B.Com. Hons Industrial Psychology detailed on page 28

6.2.2.5.5.3 INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS (548106)(E613M) This programme is identical to the B.Com. Hons Industrial Relations detailed on page 28


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6.2.2.5.5.4 PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION(548103)

6.2.2.5.5.4.1 Purpose of the programme 1 To provide qualifiers with Graduate level knowledge, analytical skills, interpersonal skills, effective oral and written

communication skills, problem solving skills in the field of public administration, public management, governance, and development management studies, that would enable them to be self-driven, and integrated thinkers who can pursue continued professional growth.

2 To provide South Africa with graduates who are capable of leading extensive governmental and non-governmental administrative and management transformation, as well guiding improved infrastructures and services at local authority.

3 To provide South Africa with Public Administration professionals who are able to contribute to, and act within, a democratic, accountable, and responsive public administration environment.

4 To provide South Africa with a significant number of graduates in order to ensure that the local administrative and political leadership base of innovative and knowledge base economic and scholarly activity is widened.


Semester 1 Semester 2 Year Code Course Title Weeks Cr. Code Course Title Weeks Cr. 1 PAYM611 Advanced Theories and

Practice of Public Admin 16 12 PAYM629 Research Methods in Public

Administration 16 24

PAYM612 Public Organisation Science

OR

16 12 PAYM627 Public Enterprises and Economic Development

OR

16 12

PAYM613 Advanced Public Management 16 12 PAYM628 Advanced Local Government Administration

16 12

PAYM614 Research Methodology 16 12 ITPM611 Internship (Compulsory) 16 24 PAYM616 Advanced Public Human

Resource Management 16 12

PAYM618 Advanced Public Financial Administration

16 12

Total Credits 60 Total Credits 60

6.2.2.6 MASTER OF COMMERCE (M COM)

6.2.2.6.1 Purpose of Qualification • To provide qualifiers with an advanced knowledge, analytical skills, interpersonal skills, effective oral and written

communication skills, problem solving skills in their chosen field, that would enable them to be self-driven, and integrated thinkers who can critically evaluate the literature pertaining to the field of specialisation and continue professional growth.

• To provide South Africa with researchers who are capable of contributing to the production and advancement of knowledge in commerce, business and management;

• To provide South Africa with a significant number of researchers in order to ensure that the local research leadership and scholarly activity is widened.

6.2.2.6.2 Admission Requirements To be admitted to the qualification a student should have:

1. Formal Qualifications • B.Com.Hons. Degree or another approved related Commercial Honours Degree;


• In cases where prior learning at other institutions, or relevant experience, is deemed by the Dean to compensate for the lack of formal qualifications required above, a candidate may be admitted to M.Com.


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6.2.2.6.5.1.1 Purpose of the programme 1. The postgraduate programme in Human Resource Management is designed to provide students with a sound

basis of Human Resource Management theory as well as the application of principles in the business world. 2. The postgraduate courses are in line with the development of academic research in the field and also with the

increasing demand for quantitative techniques (for analysis) in practice. 3. The exposure to disciplines in a variety of functional areas will successfully prepare students for professional

careers as Human Resource Management specialists, in academic institutions and in private as well as public sector organisations.

6.2.2.6.5.1.2 Admission requirements Admission to the Human Resource Management Masters programme is limited to approved students with an Honours degree in Industrial Psychology/Human Resource Management (also see general rules for admission).

6.2.2.6.5.1.3 Prescribed Curriculum This programme can be through course work or by full dissertation:

6.2.2.6.5.1.3.1 Full Dissertation Option This option requires registration in HRNM871: Full Dissertation in Human Resource Management. (E803M)

6.2.2.6.5.1.3.2 Course Work Option (E804M) The following courses must be completed:

Semester 1 Semester 2 Year Code Course Title Weeks Cr. Code Course Title Weeks Cr. 1 HRNM811 Hum. Res. Man. Functions 16 15 HRNM821 Career Man. 16 15 HRNM812 Hum. Res. Training and Dev. 16 15 HRNM822 Labour Man. 16 15 HRNM873 Mini-dissertation 32 60 HRNM873 Mini-dissertation 32 60 Total Credits 90 Total Credits 30


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6.2.2.6.5.2 INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY (505114)

6.2.2.6.5.2.1 Purpose of the Programme 1. The postgraduate programme in Industrial Psychology is designed to provide students with a sound basis of

Industrial Psychology theory as well as the application of principles in the business world. 2. The postgraduate courses are in line with the development of academic research in the field and also with the


careers as Counsellors/Human Resource Management specialists, in academic institutions and in private as well as public sector organisations.

6.2.2.6.5.2..2 Admission requirements Admission to the Industrial Psychology Masters programme is limited to approved students with an Honours degree in Industrial Psychology (also see general rules for admission).


6.2.2.6.5.2.3.1 Full Dissertation Option This option requires registration in IPSM871: Full Dissertation in Industrial Psychology. (E805M)


Semester 1 Semester 2 Year Code Course Title Weeks Cr. Code Course Title Weeks Cr. 1 IPSM811 Assessment and Counselling 16 15 HRNM822 Labour Man. 16 15 IPSM812 Individual and Group

Behaviour in Organisations 16 15 HRNM821 Career Man. 16 15

IPSM873 Mini-dissertation 32 60 IPSM873 Mini-dissertation 32 60 Total Credits 90 Total Credits 30

6.2.2.6.5.3 INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS (505115)

6.2.2.6.5.3.1 Purpose of the Programme 1. The Masters’ programme in Industrial Relations is designed to provide students with a sound basis of Industrial

Relations theory as well as the application of principles in the business world. 2. The postgraduate courses are in line with the development of academic research in the field and also with the


careers as Human Resource Management specialists/Industrial Relations managers, in academic institutions and in private as well as public sector organisations.

6.2.2.6.5.3.2 Admission requirements Admission to the Industrial Relations Masters programme is limited to approved students with an Honours degree in Industrial Relations (also see general rules for admission).


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6.2.2.6.5.3.3.1 Full Dissertation Option This option requires registration in HRNM871: Full Dissertation in Industrial Relations. (E807M)


Semester 1 Semester 2 Year Code Course Title Weeks Cr. Code Course Title Weeks Cr. 1 HRNM811 Hum. Res. Man. Functions 16 15 HRNM822 Labour Man. 16 15 HRNM812 Hum. Res. Training and Dev. 16 15 MCLM824 Dispute Resolution and the

Regulation of Conflict 16 15

HRNM873 Mini-dissertation 32 60 HRNM873 Mini-dissertation 32 60 Total Credits 90 Total Credits 30

6.2.2.6.5.4 MANAGEMENT (505116)

6.2.2.6.5.4.1 Purpose of the Programme To prepare students for advanced research. To prepare students for Doctoral work

6.2.2.6.5.4.2 Admission Requirements This programme is limited to applicants with a B.Com Hons in Management.

6.2.2.6.5.4..3 Programme Requirements The programme is only available through a research dissertation. This route requires registration in MANM871: Full Dissertation. (E809M)


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6.2.2.7 MASTER OF ADMINISTRATION (M ADMIN)

6.2.2.7.1 Purpose of Qualification 1. To provide qualifiers with an advanced knowledge, analytical skills, interpersonal skills, effective oral and written


2. To provide South Africa with researchers who are capable of contributing to the production and advancement of knowledge;

3. To provide South Africa with a significant number of researchers in order to ensure that the local research leadership and scholarly activity is widened.

6.2.2.7.2 Admission Requirements To be admitted to the qualification a student should have 1. Formal Qualification

B Admin Hons. Degree or another approved related Administrative Honours Degree; OR 2. Recognition of prior learning for access to this qualification

In cases where prior learning at other institutions, or relevant experience, is deemed by the Dean to compensate for the lack of formal qualifications required above, a candidate may be admitted to M.Admin.




6.2.2.7.5.1 HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT(550100)(E814M/E815M) This programme is identical to the M Com Human Resource Management detailed on Page 32

6.2.2.7.5.2 INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY(550101)(E816M/E817M) This programme is identical to the M Com Industrial Psychology detailed on Page 33

6.2.2.7.5.3 INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS(550102)(E818M/E819M) This programme is identical to the M.Com Industrial Relations detailed on Page 33


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6.2.2.7.5.4 PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION (550103)

6.2.2.7.5.4.1 Admission Requirements Admission to the programme will be open to approved candidates in possession of a B.Admin.Hons in Public Administration or its equivalent.

6.2.2.7.5.4.2 Prescribed Curriculum The programme can be done through course work or by Full Dissertation.

6.2.2.7.5.4.2.1Full Dissertation Option (E820M) This option requires registration in PAYM871 Full Dissertation in Public Admin for 120 credits

6.2.2.7.5.4.2.2 Course Work Option (E821M) Completion of a mini-dissertation in Public Administration. Select Three of the following for the remaining 60 credits

Code Title Credits PAYM811 Advanced Organisational Analysis 20 PAYM812 Environmental Management 20 PAYM813 Advanced Financial Administration 20 PAYM821 Advanced Human Resource Administration 20 PAYM822 Advanced Local Government Administration 20 PAYM823 Comparative Public Administration 20 PAYM873 Mini-dissertation 60 Total Credits 120

6.2.2.8 MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION (MPA) (557100)

6.2.2.8.1 Purpose of Qualification 4. To provide qualifiers with an advanced knowledge, analytical skills, interpersonal skills, effective oral and written




6.2.2.8.2 Admission Requirements To be admitted to the qualification a student should have 1. Formal Qualification

Students from other disciplines (e.g. those who majored in Management, Psychology, Sociology, Communication, etc) will also be considered for admission to the programme


In cases where prior learning at other institutions, or relevant experience, is deemed by the Dean to compensate for the lack of formal qualifications required above.


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6.2.2.8.3 Duration of Qualification Minimum: Two Semesters Maximum: Four Semesters 6.2.2.8.4 Minimum Credit Requirements 120 Credits 6.2.2.8.5 Degree Requirements The presentation of a mini-dissertation in accordance with the general rules.

6.2.2.8..6 Programmes Leading to the Qualification

Prescribe Pogramme (E830M)

The following courses must be completed:

Semester 1 Semester 2 Year Code Course Title Weeks Cr. Code Course Title Weeks Cr. 1 PAYM814 Development Public Admin 16 12 PAYM824 Public Sector Project

Management 16 12

PAYM815 Public Finance Management 16 12 PAYM816 Public Policy Analysis 16 12 PAYM817 Performance

Management/Public Service Management

16 12

PAYM873 Mini-dissertation 32 60 PAYM873 Mini-dissertation 32 60 Total 108 12


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6.2.3 DETAILS OF PROGRAMMES OF THE SCHOOL OF ECONOMIC AND DECISION SCIENCES 6.2.3.1 Regular B Com Programmes

6.2.3.1 Purpose of Qualification • To provide qualifiers with Graduate level knowledge, analytical skills, interpersonal skills, effective oral and written

communication skills, problem solving skills in the field of business, commerce and management studies; that would enable them to be self-driven, and integrated thinkers who can pursue continued professional growth.

• To provide South Africa with commerce graduates who are capable of contributing to economic growth and job creation as entrepreneurs and professionals.

• To provide South Africa with a significant number of commerce graduates in order to ensure that the local leadership base of innovative knowledge, economic and scholarly activity is widened.

6.2.3.1.2 Admission Requirements To be admitted to the qualification a student should have: 1 Formal Qualifications:

• A Level 4 or the present Senior Certificate with Matriculation Exemption and/with at least 40% standard grade in Mathematics;

• The normal entry requirement is based on the university's matriculation point count system for the Faculty; • Candidates who do not comply with the requirement of mathematics may be admitted into a special

augmented Curriculum which may result in an extended period of study, access to this will still require Matriculation Exemption;

OR 2 Recognition of prior learning for access to this qualification




6.2.3.1.5 Programmes Leading to Qualification The following programmes lead to this qualification: Economics, Logistics Management, Transport Economics, Information Systems, Statistics and Operations Research

6.2.3.1.5.1 ECONOMICS (500192)

6.2.3.1.5.1.1 Purpose of the programme 1. To provide training which will satisfy the needs of the private and public sector in the North West Province in

particular, and South Africa in general; 2. To equip students with a high level of specialised theoretical and practical knowledge in major disciplines

pertaining to the private and public sectors; 3. To prepare students to apply their knowledge to specific economic and social problems as faced by the economy

and to offer both theoretical and practical solutions; 4. To prepare students for a variety of job opportunities in Commerce and Industry, and the Public Sector and

related institutions in general; 5. To provide courses which are in line with world trends in the field of economics and other related disciplines;


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16 12




Total Sem.1 Credits 60 Total Sem.2 Credits 60 2 ECNM211 Basic Microeconomics 16 12 ECAM221 Intro. to Economic Planning 16 12

ECNM212 Basic Macroeconomics 16 12 ECNM221 Intermediate Microeconomics 16 12

IPSM111 Intro. to Industrial Psychology 16 12 ECNM222 Intermediate Macroeconomics 16 12

MANM211 Marketing Man. 16 12 IPSM121 Basic concepts of Organisational Behaviour

16 12

STFM219 Statistical Inference 16 12 MANM221 Financial Man. 16 12

Total Sem.1 Credits 60 Total Sem.2 Credits 60 3 MCLM113 Contract 16 12 MCLM121 Special Contracts 16 12





16 12


ECAM311 Planning Techniques 16 12 ECAM321 The Strategy of Planning 16 12

MANM319 Financial Risk and Investment Man




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6.2.3.1.5.2 INFORMATION SYSTEMS (500196)

6.2.3.1.5.2.1 Purpose of the programme 1. To provide the country with competent IS professionals able of making positive contributions to the field and society

in general. 2. To provide the country with specialists in the areas of acquisition, deployment and management of IT, and IS

development. 3. To provide students with reasonable level of understanding in each of the subject areas and the processes that

define the IS, as well as an appreciation for the interrelationships that exist among them; 4. To prepare students for postgraduate study in the discipline of Information Systems, and for the more general

challenges of professional and personal life; 5. To promote a maintenance of currency with recent technology and theoretical developments by graduates


Semester 1 Semester 2 Year Code Course Title Weeks Credits Code Course Title Weeks Credits

1 ACCM111 Intro. to Accounting 16 12 ACCM121 Financial Reporting 16 12 ECNM111 Intro. to Economics 16 12 ECNM121 Basic Economics 16 12

INYM113 Intro. to IS 16 12 INYM121 Computer Applications and Packages 16 12

INYM122 Visual Programming 16 12

MANM111 Intro. to Man & Man Processes 16 12 MANM121 The Functions of Management 16 12

STFM111 Intro. to Statistics 16 12 STFM121 Inferential Statistics 16 12 Total Semester Credits 60 Total Semester Credits 72 Year Code Course Title Weeks Credits Code Course Title Weeks Credits

2 INYM212 Object Oriented Programming 16 12 INYM221 Computer Organization 16 12

INYM215 Electronic Business 16 12 INYM222 Systems Analysis and Design 16 12 INYM214 Introduction to Databases 16 12 INYM224 Computer Systems And Networks 16 12 ACCM219 Financial Reporting 16 12 ACCM229 Accounting Techniques 16 12 HBCM211 Business Communication 16 12 MANM226 Project Management 16 12 Select one course below for 12 credits Select one course below for 12 credits ACCM218 Cost Accounting 16 12 ACCM228 Cost & Man Accounting 16 12 AUDM211 Intro to Auditing 16 12 AUDM221 Audit Practice 16 12 STFM218 Distribution Theory 16 12 STOM228 Intro to Operations Research 16 12 MANM211 Marketing Management 16 12 BRMM221 Business Research Methods 16 12 Total Semester Credits 72 Total Semester Credits 72 Year Code Course Title Weeks Credits Code Course Title Weeks Credits

3 INYM315 Project Man for IS 16 12 INYM323 Management of IT 16 12 INYM312 Database Systems 16 12 INYM324 Information Systems Project 16 12 MCLM113 Contract 16 12 MCLM121 Special Contracts 16 12

Select two courses below for 24 credits Select two courses below for 24 credits INYM 325 Artificial Intelligence 16 12 ACCM318 Cost & Man. Accounting 16 12 ACCM328 Cost & Man Accounting 16 12

ACCM319 Advanced Financial Reporting 16 12 ACCM329 External Financial Reporting 16 12

MANM319 Investment & Financial Risk 16 12 MANM329 Purchasing Management 16 12

Total Semester Credits 60 Total Semester Credits 60


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6.2.3.1.5.3 OPERATIONS RESEARCH (500199)

6.2.3.1.5.3.1 Purpose of the programme 1. To provide training, which will satisfy the Operations Research, needs of the private sector and public sector in

the North West Province and, more generally, nationally and internationally; 2. To equip students with a high standard of theoretical and practical knowledge in the Operations Research

profession. 3. To provide students with a sufficient breadth of courses relevant to self-employment or employment

opportunities to be found in the private sector and public sector within and beyond the North West Province. 4. To prepare students for graduate study in Operations Research






16 12





2 ECNM211 Basic Microeconomics 16 12 ECAM221 Intro. to Economic Planning 16 12

ECNM212 Basic Macroeconomics 16 12 MANM221 Financial Man. 16 12


STFM218 Distribution Theory 16 12 STOM228 Intro. to Operations Research 16 12

STFM219 Statistical Inference 16 12 STOM229 Linear Optimisation models and network Analysis

16 12


3 INYM211 Info. Sys. Theory and Practice 16 12 HRNM221 Performance Man. and reward Sys.

16 12


16 12

MANM319 Investment and Financial Risk Man.

16 12 STFM227 Statistical Computing 16 12

STOM318 Further Mathematical Programming

16 12 STOM328 Probabilistic Models 16 12

STOM319 Inventory Control, Production Planning and Scheduling.

16 12 STOM329 Stochastic Processes 16 12



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6.2.3.1.5.4 STATISTICS (500198)

6.2.3.1.5.4.1 Purpose of the programme 1. To provide training which will satisfy the need for statisticians of the private sector and public sector in the North

West Province and, more generally, nationally and internationally. 2. To equip students with a high standard of theoretical and practical knowledge in the Statistics profession. 3. To provide students with a sufficient breadth of courses relevant to self-employment or employment opportunities

to be found in the private sector and public sector within and beyond the North West Province. 4. To prepare students for graduate study in Statistics






16 12

MAYM114 Calculus I 16 18 MAYM123 Calculus II 16 18







STFM218 Distribution Theory 16 12 STFM227 Statistical Computing 16 12

STFM219 Statistical Inference 16 12 STFM228 Design and experiments 16 12

STFM229 Categorical Data 16 12


3 ECAM311 Planning Techniques 16 12 ECAM321 The Strategy of Planning 16 12


16 12 STFM328 Econometric methods 16 12

ECNM312 Dev. Economics 16 12 STFM329 Intro. to Forecasting 16 12

STFM318 Multivariate techniques 16 12 STOM228 Intro. to Operations Research 16 12

STFM319 Time series analysis 16 12 STOM229 Linear Optimisation models and network Analysis

16 12



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6.2.3.1.5.5 TRANSPORT ECONOMICS (500194)

.2.3.1.5.5.1 Purpose of the programme 1. To provide training which will satisfy the needs of the private and public sector in the North West Province in



and to offer both theoretical and practical solutions; 4. To prepare students for a variety of job opportunities in Commerce and Industry, and the Public Sector and related

institutions in general; 5. To provide courses which are in line with world trends in the field of economics and other related disciplines;


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16 12



TECM 111 Introduction to Transport Economics

16 12 TECM 121 Road Freight Transport 16 12


Total Sem.1 Credits 72 Total Sem.2 Credits 72 2 TECM211 Rail Transport 16 6 TECM221 Air Transport 16 6

TECM212 Public Transport 16 6 TECM222 Maritime Transport 16 6

ECNM211 Basic Microeconomics 16 12 ECNM221 Intermediate Microeconomics 16 12


Select any two courses below Select any two courses below

LMNM211 Introduction to Logistics Man. 16 12 LMNM221 Distri. Channel Man, Personal Selling and Marketing Research

16 12

MANM211 Marketing Man. 16 12 MANM221 Financial Man. 16 12

ACCM219 Financial Reporting 16 12 ACCM229 Accounting Techniques 16 12

STFM219 Statistical Inference 16 12 STOM229 Linear Optimisation Models and Network Analysis

16 12

Total Sem.1 Credits 60 Total Sem.2 Credits 60 3 TECM311 Policy Formulation and Analysis

Transportation 16 12 TECM321 Transport Policy Formulation 16 12

TECM312 Transportation Planning 16 12 TECM322 Project Man. in Transportation Planning

16 12

Select any three courses below Select any three courses below


LMNM311 Logistics Decision Support 16 12 LMNM321 Business Systems 16 12

LMNM312 Logistics Strategies & Customer Service

16 12 LMNM322 Inter.Trans, Logistics and Clearing

16 12




MANM319 Investment Management 16 12 MANM329 Purchasing Man. 16 12



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6.2.3.1.5.6 LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT (500193)

6.2.3.1.5.6.1 Purpose of the programme 1. To provide training which will satisfy the needs of the private and public sector in the North West Province in



and to offer both theoretical and practical solutions; 4. To prepare students for a variety of job opportunities in Commerce and Industry, and the Public Sector and related

institutions in general; 5. To provide courses which are in line with world trends in the field of economics and other related disciplines;






16 12



TECM 111 Introduction to Transport Economics

16 12 TECM 121 Road Freight Transport 16 12


Total Sem.1 Credits 72 Total Sem.2 Credits 72 2 ECNM211 Basic Microeconomics 16 12 ECNM221 Intermediate Microeconomics 16 12

ECNM212 Basic macroeconomics 16 12 ECNM222 Intermediate Macroeconomics 16 12

TECM211 Rail Transport 16 6 TECM221 Air Transport 16 6

TECM212 Public Transport 16 6 TECM222 Maritime Transport 16 6

MANM211 Marketing Man. 16 12 MANM226 Project Management 16 12

LMNM211 Introduction to Logistics Management

16 12 LMNM221 Distribution Channel Man, Personal Selling, Market Research

16 12

Total Sem.1 Credits 60 Total Sem.2 Credits 60 3 MANM219 Entrepreneurship and Business

Opportunities 16 12 MANM329 Purchasing Man. 16 12

MANM311 Production and Operations Man. 16 12 MANM321 Strategic Man. & Business Policy

16 12

LMNM311 Logistics Decision Support Systems

16 12 LMNM321 Business Systems 16 12

LMNM312 Logistics Accounting & Performance Measures

16 12 LMNM322 Inter Trans, Logistics & Clearing

16 12

MCLM113 Contract 16 12 MCLM121 Specific Contracts 16 12



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6.2.3.2 Extended B Com - Economics (500205)

6.2.3.2.1 Purpose of the programme 1. To provide training which will satisfy the needs of the private and public sector in the North West Province in


pertaining to the private and public sectors;

6.2.3.2.2 Prescribed Curriculum (E301M)








Total Sem.1 Credits 54 Total Sem.2 Credits 54 2 ACCM111 Intro. to Accounting 16 12 ACCM121 Financial Reporting 16 12



16 12




Total Sem.1 Credits 60 Total Sem.2 Credits 60 3 ECNM211 Basic Microeconomics 16 12 ECAM221 Intro. to Economic Planning 16 12


IPSM111 Intro. to Industrial Psychology 16 12 ECNM222 Intermediate Macroeconomics 16 12

MANM211 Marketing Man. 16 12 IPSM121 Basic concepts of Organisational Behaviour

16 12

STFM219 Statistical Inference 16 12 MANM221 Financial Man. 16 12

Total Sem.1 Credits 60 Total Sem.2 Credits 60 4 MCLM113 Contract 16 12 MCLM121 Special Contracts 16 12





16 12


ECAM311 Planning Techniques 16 12 ECAM321 The Strategy of Planning 16 12

MANM319 Financial Risk and Investment Man




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6.2.3.3 Extended B Com - Information Systems (500208)

6.2.3.3.1 Purpose of the programme


Semester 1 Semester 2 Year Code Course Title Weeks Credits Code Course Title Weeks Credits

1 CFAM111 Intro. to Accounting 16 6 CFAM121 Intro. to Financial Accounting 16 6 CFEM111 Intro. to Microeconomics 16 12 CFEM121 Intro. to Macroeconomics 16 12

CFFM111 Fundamentals of

Management 16 12 CFFM121 Fundamentals of Commerce 16 12

SFSM111 Success strategies &

productive skills 16 12 SFSM121 Receptive skills 16 12

SFMM111 Pre-calculus I 16 12 SFMM121 Pre-calculus II 16 12 Total Semester Credits 54 Total Semester Credits 54 Year Code Course Title Weeks Credits Code Course Title Weeks Credits

2 ACCM111 Intro. to Accounting 16 12 ACCM121 Financial Reporting 16 12 ECNM111 Intro. to Economics 16 12 ECNM121 Basic Economics 16 12

INYM113 Intro. to IS 16 12 INYM121 Computer Applications and Packages 16 12

INYM122 Visual Programming 16 12

MANM111 Intro. to Man & Man Processes 16 12 MANM121 The Functions of Management 16 12

STFM111 Intro. to Statistics 16 12 STFM121 Inferential Statistics 16 12 Total Semester Credits 60 Total Semester Credits 72 Year Code Course Title Weeks Credits Code Course Title Weeks Credits

3 INYM212 Object Oriented Programming 16 12 INYM221 Computer Organization 16 12

INYM215 Electronic Business 16 12 INYM222 Systems Analysis and Design 16 12

INYM214 Introduction to Databases 16 12 INYM224 Computer Systems And

Networks 16 12

ACCM219 Financial Reporting 16 12 ACCM229 Accounting Techniques 16 12 HBCM211 Business Communication 16 12 MANM226 Project Management 16 12 Select one course below for 12 credits Select one course below for 12 credits ACCM218 Cost Accounting 16 12 ACCM228 Cost & Man Accounting 16 12 AUDM211 Intro to Auditing 16 12 AUDM221 Audit Practice 16 12 STFM218 Distribution Theory 16 12 STOM228 Intro to Operations Research 16 12 MANM211 Marketing Management 16 12 BRMM221 Business Research Methods 16 12 Total Semester Credits 72 Total Semester Credits 72 Year Code Course Title Weeks Credits Code Course Title Weeks Credits

4 INYM315 Project Man for IS 16 12 INYM323 Management of IT 16 12 INYM312 Database Systems 16 12 INYM324 Information Systems Project 16 12 MCLM113 Contract 16 12 MCLM121 Special Contracts 16 12

Select two courses below for 24 credits Select two courses below for 24 credits INYM 325 Artificial Intelligence 16 12 ACCM318 Cost & Man. Accounting 16 12 ACCM328 Cost & Man Accounting 16 12

ACCM319 Advanced Financial Reporting 16 12 ACCM329 External Financial Reporting 16 12

MANM319 Investment & Financial Risk 16 12 MANM329 Purchasing Management 16 12

Total Semester Credits 60 Total Semester Credits 60


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6.2.3.4 EXTENDED B COM - STATISTICS (500207)

6.2.3.4.1 Purpose of the programme













16 12

MAYM114 Calculus I 16 18 MAYM123 Calculus II 16 18







STFM218 Distribution Theory 16 12 STFM227 Statistical Computing 16 12

STFM219 Statistical Inference 16 12 STFM228 Design and experiments 16 12

STFM29 Categorical Data 16 12 Total Sem.1 Credits 60 Total Sem.2 Credits 60

4 ECAM311 Planning Techniques 16 12 ECAM321 The Strategy of Planning 16 12


16 12 STFM328 Econometric methods 16 12

ECNM312 Dev. Economics 16 12 STFM329 Intro. to Forecasting 16 12

STFM318 Multivariate techniques 16 12 STOM228 Intro. to Operations Research 16 12

STFM319 Time series analysis 16 12 STOM229 Linear Optimisation models and network Analysis

16 12



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6.2.3.5 BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (B COM HONS)


communication skills, problem solving skills in the field of business, commerce and management studies; that would enable them to be self-driven, and integrated thinkers who can critically evaluate the literature pertaining to the field of specialisation and continue professional growth.

• To provide South Africa with commerce post-graduates who are capable of contributing to economic growth and job creation as entrepreneurs and professionals.

• To provide South Africa with a significant number of commerce post-graduates in order to ensure that the local leadership base in innovative knowledge, economic and scholarly activity is widened.

6.2.3.5.2 Entrance Requirements To be admitted to the qualification a student should have: 3. Formal Qualifications: • B.Com. Degree or another approved related Commercial Bachelors Degree and have passed the final course

in the subject in which he/she wishes to proceed; or • Be in possession of another degree and have passed at least five B.Com courses which include subjects

such as Economics, Management, Accounting, and Quantitative Methods and have passed the final course in the subject in which he/she wishes to study; or

• Post-graduate Diploma in Management or equivalent OR

4. Recognition of prior learning for access to this qualification • In cases where prior learning at other institutions, or relevant experience, is deemed by the Dean to compensate

for the lack of formal qualifications required above, a candidate may be admitted to the Faculty.




6.2.3.5.5.1 APPLIED ECONOMICS (504110)

6.2.3.5.5.1.1 Purpose of the Programme 1. The post-graduate programmes in Economics are designed to provide students with a sound basis in modern theory,

a broad background in applied fields, specialisation within fields of interest, the needed analytical and empirical tools, and a balanced perspective on the current state and uses of their disciplines.

2. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for professional careers as economists in academic institutions, government agencies and in business.

6.2.3.5.5.1.2 Admission Requirements 1. Admission to the B Com Hons (Applied Economics) programme is limited to approved students with courses in Economics at the 300

level, or a related field at the 300 level or their equivalent. (See also general rules for admission). 2. Students admitted to the honours programme are expected to have a good grounding in Mathematics and Statistics. This

requirement can be met by successfully completing STFM111 and STFM121.


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6.2.3.5.5.1.3 Prescribed Curriculum (E601M) The research proposal must be submitted at the beginning of the second semester of the first year of the post-graduate Programme for which the student has registered.

Semester 1 Semester 2 Year Code Course Title Weeks Cr. Code Course Title Weeks Cr. 1 ECAM611 Applied Microeconomics 16 15 ECAM621 Monetary and Fiscal Policy 16 15 ECAM612 Applied Macroeconomics 16 15 ECAM622 Advanced Planning

Techniques 16 15

ECAM613 Planning Techniques 16 15 ECAM623 Cost Benefit Analysis 16 15 ECAM671 Research Project 32 30 ECAM671 Research Project 32 30 Total Credits 75 Total Credits 45

6.2.3.5.5.2 ECONOMICS (504110)

6.2.3.5.5.2.1 Purpose of the Programme 1. The post-graduate programmes in Economics are designed to provide students with a sound basis in modern theory, a

broad background in applied fields, specialisation within fields of interest, the needed analytical and empirical tools, and a balanced perspective on the current state and uses of their disciplines.

2. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for professional careers as economists in academic institutions, government agencies and in business.

6.2.3.5.5.2.2 Admission Requirements 1. Admission to the B Com Hons (Applied Economics) programme is limited to approved students with courses in

Economics at the 300 level, or a related field at the 300 level or their equivalent. (See also general rules for admission).

2. Students admitted to the honours programme are expected to have a good grounding in Mathematics and Statistics. This requirement can be met by successfully completing STFM111 and STFM121.

6.2.3.5.5.2.3 Prescribed Curriculum (E602M) The research proposal must be submitted at the beginning of the second semester of the first year of the post-graduate Programme for which the student has registered.

Semester 1 Semester 2 Year Code Course Title Weeks Cr. Code Course Title Weeks Cr. 1 ECNM611 Microeconomic Theory 16 15 ECNM621 Econometrics 16 15 ECNM612 Macroeconomic Theory 16 15 ECNM622 Public Policy Analysis 16 15 ECNM613 Models in Economics 16 15 Select one module from the

following:

ECNM623 Power System Economics 16 15 ECNM671 Research Project 32 30 ECNM624 General Equilibrium Theory

and Welfare Economics 16 15

Total Credits 75 Total Credits 45

6.2.3.5.5.3 INFORMATION SYSTEMS (504114)

6.2.3.5.5.3.1 Purpose of the Programme The aim of the honours programme is to further the work done in the undergraduate programme of producing graduates for the Computer Industry. To provide such graduates with a deep enough theoretical insight into the subject to enable them to pursue advanced postgraduate work or merely to adapt in a field in which rapid change is the norm.

6.2.3.5.5.3.2 Admission Requirements Admission to programme is limited to students with a Bachelor's degree with a major in some aspect of Computer Studies. An additional requirement is that a student must have studied at least two high level languages.


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Formal lectures, Case Studies and practical work will form the bulk of the programme. Other activities will include: • Independent study • Project work • Seminars

The project work may be theoretical or practical. Compulsory Courses Code Course Title Weeks Cr. INYM611 Databases, Advanced Topics 16 20 INYM621 Man. of Info. Tech. 16 20 INYM671 Research Project 16 20 Select Three Courses Code Course Title Weeks Cr. INYM612 Software Engineering 16 20 INYM613 Programming Languages 16 20 INYM617 Intelligent Systems 16 20 INYM622 IT Security 16 20 INYM627 Human Computer Interaction 16 20 INYM628 Computer Communications and Networks 16 20 Total Credits 120


6.2.3.5.5.4.1 Purpose of the programme 1. To provide the students with a sound theoretical knowledge in Operations Research 2. To prepare students for professional careers in the field of Operations Research. 3. To prepare students for masters studies in Operations Research 4. To prepare students for employment in academic institutions, industry and government agencies.

6.2.3.5.5.4.2 Entrance requirements

To be admitted to the qualification a student should have a B.Com with specialisation in Operations Research degree or its equivalent.

6.2.3.5.5.4.3 Prescribe Programme (E608M) A. Select the two compulsory courses for 30 credits.

Course Code Course Title Credits STFM611 Stochastic Models 15 STOM611 Optimization-1 15

B. Select the compulsory research project for 30 credits STOM671 Research Project 30 C. Select at least two courses (the remaining courses may be Statistics courses below) for a minimum of 60 credits STOM612 Network Analysis 15 STOM613 Reliability Theory 15 STOM614 Forecasting Methods 15 STOM621 Theory of Games 15 STOM622 Production Planning and Scheduling 15 STOM623 Optimization-2 15 STOM624 Inventory Control 15 Total Credits 120


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6.2.3.5.5.5 STATISTICS (504117)

6.2.3.5.5.5.1 Purpose of the programme 1. To provide the students with a sound graduate theoretical knowledge in statistics 2. To prepare students for professional careers in the field of statistics. 3. To prepare students for masters studies in Statistics 4. To prepare students for employment in academic institutions, industry and government urgencies.

6.2.3.5.5.5.2 Entrance requirements

To be admitted to the qualification a student should have a B.Com. with specialisation in Statistics degree or its equivalent.

6.2.3.5.5.5.3 Prescribe Programme (E609M) A. Select the two compulsory courses for 30 credits. Course Code Course Title Credits STFM613 Multivariate Analysis 15 STFM616 Applied Regression Analysis 15 B. Select the compulsory research project for 30 credits STFM671 Research Project 30 C. Select at least two courses (the remaining courses may be Operations Research courses above) for a minimum of 60

credits. STFM611 Stochastic Models 15 STFM612 Advanced Probability Theory 15 STFM615 Decision Theory 15 STFM621 Design of Experiments and Sampling 15 STFM614 Statistical Quality Control 15 Total Credits 120


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6.2.3.6 Master of COMMERCE (M Com)

6.2.3.6.1 Purpose of Qualification • To provide qualifiers with an advanced knowledge, analytical skills, interpersonal skills, effective oral and written


• To provide South Africa with researchers who are capable of contributing to the production and advancement of knowledge in commerce, business and management;

• To provide South Africa with a significant number of researchers in order to ensure that the local research leadership and scholarly activity is widened.

6.2.3.6.2 Admission Requirements To be admitted to the qualification a student should have: 3. Formal Qualifications

• B.Com.Hons. Degree or another approved related Commercial Honours Degree; OR

4. Recognition of prior learning for access to this qualification • In cases where prior learning at other institutions, or relevant experience, is deemed by the Dean to

compensate for the lack of formal qualifications required above, a candidate may be admitted to M.Com.





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6..2.3.6.5.1 ECONOMICS (505112)

6.2.3.6.5.1.1 Purpose of Programme 1 To provide qualifiers with an advanced knowledge, appropriate analytic skills, effective communication skills,

adequate problem solving skills and sound interpersonal skills in economics. The approach is based on self-motivation, critical and analytic thinking skills needed to become a professional economist

2 To provide learners with the advanced skills and knowledge to successfully enter a PhD research programme 3 To provide learners with the advanced skills and knowledge needed to become leading researcher in economics

6.2.3.6.5.1.2 Prescribes Curriculum This programme can be through course work or full dissertation:

6.2.3.6.5.1.2.1 Full Dissertation Option This option requires registration in ECNM871: Full Dissertation in Economics (E801M)


Semester 1 Semester 2 Year Code Course Title Weeks Cr. Code Course Title Weeks Cr. 1 ECNM811 Advanced Microeconomics 16 15 Select one module from the

following:

ECNM812 Advanced Econometrics and Model Building

16 15 ECNM821 Advanced Power System 16 15

ECNM813 Advanced Macroeconomics 16 15 ECNM822 Advanced Development Economics

16 15

ECNM873 Mini-dissertation 32 60 ECNM873 Mini-dissertation 32 60 Total Credits 165 Total Credits 15


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6.2.3.6.5.2.1 Purpose of the programme 1. To provide the students with a sound advanced theoretical knowledge in Operations Research 2. To prepare students for professional careers in the field of Operations Research. 3. To prepare students for advanced postgraduate studies in Operations Research 4. To prepare students for employment in academic institutions, industry and government urgencies.

6.2.3.6.5.2.2 Entrance requirements To be admitted to the qualification a student should have a B.Com.Hons with specialisation in Operations Research degree or its equivalent.

6.2.3.6.5.2.3 Prescribe Curriculum This programme can be through course work or by full dissertation:

6.2.3.6.5.2.3.1 Full Dissertation Option (E812M) This option requires registration in STOM871: Full Dissertation in Operations Research.


A. Select the two compulsory courses for 30 credits.

Course Code Course Title Credits STFM811 Stochastic Models 15 STOM811 Optimization-1 15

B. Select the compulsory research project for 30 credits STOM873 Mini-dissertation 30

C. Select at least two courses (the remaining courses may be Statistics courses below) for a minimum of 60 credits

STOM812 Network Analysis 15 STOM813 Reliability Theory 15 STOM814 Forecasting Methods 15 STOM821 Theory of Games 15 STOM822 Production Planning and Scheduling 15 STOM823 Optimization-2 15 STOM824 Inventory Control 15 Total Credits 120

6.2.3.6.5.3 STATISTICS (505117)

6.2.3.6.5.3.1 Purpose of the programme

1. To provide the students with a sound advanced theoretical knowledge in statistics 2. To prepare students for professional careers in the field of statistics. 3. To prepare students for advanced postgraduate studies in Statistics 4. To prepare students for employment in academic institutions, industry and government urgencies.


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6.2.3.6.5.3.3 Entrance requirements To be admitted to the qualification a student should have a B Com Hons with specialisation in Statistics degree or its equivalent.

6.2.3.6.5.3.4 Prescribe Programm This programme can be through course work or by full dissertation:

6.2.3.6.5.3.4.1 Full Dissertation Option (E810M) This option requires registration in STFM871: Full Dissertation in Statistics.

Course Work Option (E811M) The following courses must be completed:

A. Select the two compulsory courses for 30 credits. Course Code Course Title Credits STFM813 Multivariate Analysis 15 STFM823 Applied Regression Analysis 15

B. Select the compulsory research project for 30 credits STFM873 Mini-dissertation 30

C. Select at least two courses (the remaining courses may be Operations Research courses above) for a minimum of 60 credits

STFM811 Stochastic Models 15 STFM812 Advanced Probability Theory 15 STFM821 Decision Theory 15 STFM822 Design of Experiments and Sampling 15 STFM814 Statistical Quality Control 15 Total Credits 120


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6.2.4 PROGRAMMES OF THE GRADUATE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND

GOVERNMENT LEADERSHIP 6.2.4.1 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN MANAGEMENT (PGDM) 6.2.4.1.1 PURPOSE OF THE PROGRAMME The programme provides students who have little or no managerial experience with a wide range of functional management skills in their chosen field of specialization. Specifically the programme aims to:-

a. provide a concentrated learning experience in specific management problems in a national and international environment for students with or without business or public management background;

b. develop competencies in strategic issues associated with organizations; c. develop an intermediary understanding of fundamental concepts and principles from the

various business and public disciplines; d. enhance students’ managerial skills through a commitment to an on-going managerial

development; and e. encourage students to think broadly and bridge gaps between theories and the actual

practice of effective management. Students may choose from the following:

a. Marketing Management b. Human Resource Management c. Financial Management (Public sector or Business Sector) d. Local Governance Management e. Operations Management f. Labour Relations Management g. Small Business Management h. Information System Management i. Training and Development Management j. Purchasing Management k. Public and Nonprofit Management

This programme will enable students to gain relevant knowledge and skills and develop a deeper understanding of their particular specialization. In addition to the taught modules, a student must complete an assignment project of a limited scope on a topic selected to permit the student to use knowledge, theory and research skills obtained in classroom learning in an applied setting related to the individual’s employment, interest or community.


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6.2.4.1.3 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

1. Application for admission as a candidate for the Diploma must be lodged in writing on the standard University and the Graduate School forms. All supporting documents must be submitted, as described on the University and Graduate School forms and brochures.

2. A person shall not be admitted as a candidate for the diploma unless he/she: a) is a graduate or diplomate of this university or is a graduate or diplomate of

another university or technikon or equivalent tertiary institution recognized by senate for that purpose, or

b) has satisfied the Senate by means of such test as may be prescribed by Senate, that he/she has attained an equivalent level of competence for the purpose of study of this diploma, or

c) has considerable work experience which will be assessed on the basis of career to date and on management potential. Such candidates may be admitted to the programme with the permission of the Academic Programmes Committee;

3. A candidate must satisfy the Senate that his/her qualifications are adequate preparation of the work prescribed for the diploma. The Senate may require a candidate whose qualifications it considers inadequate to complete an additional course or courses, prior to, or concurrently with, study for the diploma.

4. A candidate who does not have sufficient and appropriate background in statistics, computer technology, economics, financial management and accounting is expected to attend pre-diploma courses in the relevant course/s before the formal programme starts.

5. Candidates will be selected solely on the basis of merit, and will be invited for a test or interview.

6.2.4.1.4 CURRICULUM STRUCTURE The programme consists of:

• Five common core modules • 11 specialisations, out of which a student select one specialization consisting of four

taught modules. • An assignment project of a limited scope on a topic selected to permit the student to use

knowledge, theory and research skills obtained in classroom learning in an applied setting related to the individual’s employment, interest or community.

A. CORE MODULES Module Codes Module Titles Credits CCMM 511 General Management 12 ADMM 511 Statistical Applications and Principles 12 CCMM 512 Economic Applications and Principles 12 CCMM 513 Foundation of Information Systems 12 CCMM 514 Accounting and Finance 12

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SPECIALISATIONS Specialisations rules:

• Students are required to select one specialization. • All modules within a specialization are compulsory • Any specialization will normally be offered if at least 10 students are registered for such specialization. • Specialisation preference MUST be given upon registration.

PGDM IN FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT: 549 102 B. FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT (E530M) Module Codes Module Titles Credits BFYM 521 Corporate Finance 12 BFYM 522 Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management 12 BFYM 523 Financial Institutions and Interest Rates 12 BFYM 524 International Finance 12 BFYM 525 Project Assignment on Financial Management 12

Total 60 PGDM IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT: 549 101 C. HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (E531M) Module Codes Module Titles Credits GHRM 522 Training and Development Management 12 GHRM 523 Labour Law 12 GHRM 524 Organisational Behaviour 12 GHRM 526 Human Resource Management Systems 12 GHRM 525 Project Assignment on HRM 12

Total 60 PGDM IN MARKETING MANAGEMENT: 549 100 D. MARKETING MANAGEMENT (E533M) Module Codes Module Titles Credits MKTM 521 Principles of Marketing and Advertising 12 MKTM 522 Marketing Research and Communication 12 MKTM 523 Theory and Analysis of Consumer Behaviour 12 MKTM 524 Marketing Strategy 12 MKTM 525 Project Assignment on Marketing Management 12

Total 60 PGDM IN TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT: 549 103 E. TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT (E523M)

Module Codes Module Titles Credits GHRM 526 Human Resource Management Systems 12 TDMM 521 Managing Training Function 12 TDMM 522 Training Design and Evaluation 12 TDMM 523 Issues in Education, Training and Development 12 TDMM 524 Project Assignment on Training and Development Management 12

Total 60

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6.2.4.2 MASTERS IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA) (551100) 6.2.4.2.1 INTRODUCTION The programme ranks organisational literacy and pragmatic business skills as top priorities among its objectives. It promotes a necessary awareness of the broad context in which organisations of today operate in South Africa.

6.2.4.2.1.1 Purpose of the Programme

• Develop competency and work skills relevant to the demands of the private and public sectors

• Cultivate social development competency that is necessary in South Africa • Develop an ability to demonstrate a proficiency in the Masters degree (NQF-level)

quality descriptors, in the work environment • Ensure that the programme outcomes satisfy all the relevant NQF-level

descriptors

The broad foundation of the MBA Programme provides a holistic approach to all management subjects. Students’ existing experience in business enterprises is utilized in the development of critical thinking skills, encouraging the deployment of innovative ideas in the face of challenges, whilst remaining true to the strategic integrity of a Masters in Business Administration.

6.2.4.2.2. GENERAL INFORMATION 6.2.4.2.2.1 Admission Requirements The Graduate School accepts a wide range of candidates, the key criterion being that all participants must be able to demonstrate an ability to benefit from and contribute to the programme. In keeping with this philosophy, students should have three years or more working experience, not exclusively in a management position. Learners who wish to enroll should comply with the following admission requirements:

• Submit completed Application Forms • Hold a Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from a recognised institution of higher

education. However in exceptional cases, candidates with considerable management experience and prior learning may be admitted with approval of the Academic Programmes Committee

• Have three years or more working experience not exclusively in a management position • Submit two references with at least one from an employer • Submit an official transcript of his/her academic record • Submit an updated curriculum vitae • Pay a prescribed application fee • Satisfactorily pass the GMAT or GMIT test


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• Enroll in fundamental modules offered at Post Graduate Diploma level if they have insufficient grounding in statistics, computer technology, economics, financial management and accounting

• Submit a written essay or personal statement outlining aims and objectives for undertaking the field of study

• Provide evidence of computer literacy upon admission • Attend pre-MBA courses determined by the Graduate School upon admission.

6.2.4.2.3. PROGRAMME OUTCOMES

A. Generic Outcomes Upon completion of this degree, all MBA graduates will be able to

Apply skills acquired from general business and management knowledge including the functional disciplines of accounting, economics, finance, information systems, marketing, management, leadership, organisational environments, operations management, international issues and strategy.

Demonstrate the ability to apply multiple theoretical perspectives to complex managerial issues for effective problem solving and decision-making in contemporary organisational environments and successfully communicate decisions and conclusions to appropriate individuals and groups.

Evaluate, select and integrate information and organisational processes in order to assess the impact of environmental forces on organisations, including ethical, social, economic and technological issues of change, and the likely effects of international development.

Apply appropriate interpersonal and group management skills in various team-based activities of different organisations in the public and private sector.

Demonstrate mastery in comprehensive skills needed for managing and resolving conflict at all levels of hierarchal organisations including those of communicating, advocating, negotiating, mediating and arbitrating.

Continue with the advancement of knowledge and understanding in the pursuit of new skills to ensure continuing professional development.

B. Specific Outcomes Specific outcomes relating to knowledge and understanding, intellectual skills, practical skills, and transferable skills are detailed in the MBA brochure.

6.2.4.2.4. PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

The programme consists of:

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13 core modules, 8 in the first year and 5 in the second year, allowing students to receive training and education in a range of general but essential skills and techniques, whilst facilitating the cross-fertilization of ideas and practices

3 electives, selected by the student from any one of the 7 clusters. Electives

provide greater depth and understanding to the subject area of choice and equip the student with the skills and techniques necessary for the mini-dissertation.

A dissertation of 10 000 to 15 000 words entailing an analysis of a real business

or public management-related problem, to be completed by all students within the two years of study.

Semester 1 Semester 2 Year Code Course Title Cr. Code Course Title Cr. 1 ADMM 819 Human Resource

Management 12 ADMM 821 Information Technology

Management 12

ADNM 811 Change Management and Organisational Behaviour

12 ADMM 823 Managerial Economics 12

ADNM 812 Governmental and Legal Environment of Business

12 ADNM 815 Financial Management 12

ADNM 813 Marketing Management 12 ADNM 814 Business Research Methods

and Statistics 12

Total 1st Semester Credits 60 Total 2nd Semester Credits 36 2 YBAM 817 Management Accounting 12 Elective 1 12 YBAM 818 Strategic Management and

Business Policy 12 Elective 2 12

ADMM 813 Project Management 12 Elective 3 12 YBAM 813 Operations Management 12 YBAM 873 Mini-Dissertation 48 YBAM 819 Leadership and Negotiation

Strategy 12 Total 2nd Semester Credits 84

Total 1st Semester Credits 60 Total Programme Credits 240

6.2.4.2.4.1 ELECTIVES

ELECTIVE RULES • Three modules are selected by the student from any one of the seven clusters. • Any module within a cluster will normally be offered if at least 10 students are registered

for such a module. • Not all elective modules will necessarily be offered every year. • Cluster preference MUST be given at the end of 1st semester of study.

CLUSTER A: MBA FINANCE- E831M Students should choose three modules from this cluster

Module Codes Module Titles Credits MBFM 821 International and Corporate Finance 12 MBFM 822 Derivatives and Risk Management 12 MBFM 823 Financial Planning 12 MBFM 824 Investment and Portfolio Management 12

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CLUSTER B: MBA HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT- E832M Students should choose three modules from this cluster

Module Codes Module Titles Credits ADMM 822 Labour and Industrial Relations 12 YBAM 825 Strategic Human Resource Management 12 YBAM 826 Performance and Compensation Management 12 MBHM 821 Capacity Building and Productivity Development 12

Total 48

CLUSTER C: MBA PUBLIC SECTOR MANAGEMENT – E833M Students should choose three modules from this cluster

Module Codes Module Titles Credits MBPM 821 Public Service Management 12 MBPM 822 Local Governance and Management 12 MBPM 823 Public Policy Management 12 MBPM 824 Public Financial Management 12

Total 48 CLUSTER D: MBA BUSINESS AND GOVERNEMNTAL RELATIONS- E834M Students should choose three modules from this cluster

Module Codes Module Titles Credits ADMM 811 Public Enterprises, Public Private Partnerships 12 MBPM 825 Environmental Management and Risk Analysis 12 MBPM 826 Public Economics 12 ADMM 812 Managing International Development 12

Total 48 CLUSTER E: MBA ENTREPRENEURIAL MANAGEMENT- E836M

Students should choose three modules from this cluster Module Codes Module Titles Credits MBEM 821 Small Business Management 12 MBEM 822 Marketing in Small Business 12 MBEM 823 Financial Aspects of Small Business 12 MBEM 824 Legal Environment of Small Business 12

Total 48 CLUSTER F: MBA OPERATIONS AND DECISION MANAGEMENT- E835M Students should choose three modules from this cluster

Module Codes Module Titles Credits MBOM 821 Product Design and Process Selection 12 YBAM 814 Materials Management 12 MBOM 822 Decision Making Models 12 MBOM 823 Supply Chain Management 12

Total 48 CLUSTER G: MBA MARKETING MANAGEMENT- E837M Students should choose three modules from this cluster

Module Codes Module Titles Credits MBMM 821 Promotions Management 12 MBMM 822 Services Management 12 MBMM 823 Product, Price and Distribution Management 12 MBMM 824 Global Marketing 12

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Please refer to the MBA Brochure for detailed module descriptions. 6.2.4.3 TEACHING AND LEARNING STRATEGIES AND METHODS

Teaching and assessment approaches are adopted that will encourage in-depth learning, active engagement on the part of the student and the achievement of higher level learning outcomes. These approaches include:

• Clarifying programme expectations and learning outcomes (programme handbook,

induction courses covering study skills, learning strategies, cultural norms and mores, and critical reflection)

• Introducing critical thinking rather than rote learning (case study analysis, application-orientated assignment tasks and open format examinations)

• Active student participation (student-led seminars, presentations, discussion and study groups, tutor-led discussion and debate, role playing, guided reading and independent research)

• Ensuring the relevance of study (work-based assignment and projects, guest speakers, topical and international case studies, reflective journal assessment, flexibility in choice of assignment topics, elective modules and dissertation)

• Encouraging independent learning (the emphasis is on student initiative rather than a didactic approach)

Teaching and learning methods involve personal study using prescribed text books, journals, presentation, discussions and group work. Students may draw upon recent case studies in a relevant module for projects. These methods are designed to achieve the aims and outcomes of each module in personal and group learning skills. 6.2.4.4 ASSESSMENT METHODS

(a) A variety of data sources are used to assess the impact of the PGDM and MBA programmes

(b) The application of knowledge of functional components, analytical thinking, quantitative and information technology skills is assessed primarily through individual assignments, class participation and individual and group presentations

(c) Creativity and research skills are gauged through proposal writing, the mini-dissertation or a publishable article.

(d) At MBA level, assessment covers both formative and summative processes and includes individual assignments, syndicate group assignments, examinations and a dissertation. A total of 50% is allocated for continuous assessment covering individual assignment (25%), group assignment (20%) and attendance (5%), while an examination contributes 50% towards the final module assessment. The dissertation is assessed out of 100%

(e) At PGDM level, assessment covers both formative and summative processes and includes individual assignments, attendance an examinations and an assignment project. A total of 50% is allocated for continuous assessment covering individual assignment (45%) and attendance (5%), while an examination contributes 50% towards the final module assessment. The project assignment is assessed out of 100%


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(f) A mark of 50% is the pass mark for all modules and the research project. The mark earned in a module is constituted by an average drawn from the examination and continuous assessment marks. A sub-minimum mark of at least 45% for MBA and 40% for PGDM in the examination must be obtained to permit a pass in the module

(g) Internal and external assessors as well as a Board of Examiners are involved in the assessment of the programme

(h) Students have the opportunity, at the end of each module, to evaluate available facilitation and contact for each module in which they are registered

(i) All students are required to pass Strategic Management and Business Policy stressing curriculum integration at the general management level

(j) Alumni surveys are conducted to assess satisfaction with curriculum integration, social responsibility training, ethics and impact on career success

(k) End of programme benchmarking surveys are conducted to determine student satisfaction with curriculum integration, and knowledge and training regarding ethical and environmental dimensions of the programme as well as knowledge of functional areas of management

(l) The Programme Manager will conduct periodic programme reviews as required by the Academic Programmes Committee and co-ordinate data gathering for the programme’s self-study process

(m) Employer surveys are conducted to determine satisfaction with programme depth and the extent of the PGDM and MBA graduate’s knowledge

6.2.4.5. DURATION OF THE PROGRAMME The duration of the MBA programme is two years, while for PGDM is one year – a certificate will not be awarded in the event of early termination. Students are expected to complete all 16 modules and a dissertation within the prescribed period of study for an MBA programme, whereas for PGDM students are required to complete all 9 taught modules and an assignment project within the prescribed period of study. No registration beyond the period of study is allowed unless the Programme Director has approved such registration and only for a period not exceeding twelve months.


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6.3 Programmes not involving Coursework and their Qualifications – all Schools 6.3.1 MASTER OF PHILOSOPHY (M PHIL) (187105) 6.3.1.1 Purpose of Qualification 1. To provide qualifiers with an advanced knowledge, analytical skills, interpersonal skills, effective oral and written




6.3.1.2 Admission Requirements To be admitted to the qualification a student should have: 1. Formal Qualifications

An approved Honours Degree or equivalent; OR

2. Recognition of prior learning for access to this qualification In cases where prior learning at other institutions, or relevant experience, is deemed by the Dean to compensate for

the lack of formal qualifications required above, a candidate may be admitted to M.Phil.

6.3.1.3 Duration of Qualification Minimum: Two Semesters Maximum: Four Semesters

6.3.1.4 Minimum Credit Requirements 120 Credits

6.3.1.5 Degree Requirements The candidate must present a thesis in accordance with the general rules.

6.3.1.6 Programmes Leading to the Qualification

6.3.1.6.1 PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION (E860M) PAYM871: Full Dissertation

6.3.2 DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (PH D)

6.3.2.1 Purpose of Qualification 1. To provide qualifiers with an advanced knowledge and research skills characterised by intellectual

independence and capacity for further research at an advanced level. 2. To provide qualifiers with the capacity for dealing with complexity, lacunae and/or contradictions in

the knowledge base 3. To provide South Africa with researchers who are capable of contributing to the production and

advancement of knowledge in commerce, business and management. 4. To provide South Africa with a significant number of researchers in order to ensure that the local

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6.3.2.2 Admission Requirements To be admitted to the qualification a student should have: 1. Formal Qualification:

M Phil Degree or equivalent Masters Degree; OR

2. Recognition of prior learning for access to this qualification In cases where prior learning at other institutions, or relevant experience, is deemed by the Dean to

compensate for the lack of formal qualifications required above, a candidate may be admitted to Ph.D.

6.3.2.3 Duration of Qualification Minimum: Four Semesters Maximum: Six Semesters

6.3.2.4 Minimum Credit Requirements 240 Credits

6.3.2.5 Degree Requirements The presentation of a thesis in accordance with the general rules.

6.3.2.6 Programmes Leading to the Qualification Ph.D. candidates must for the duration of their study be registered in the research course indicated in their chosen programme.

6.3.2.6.1 ECONOMICS (506112) ECNM971: Thesis in Economics (E902M)

6.3.2.6.2 BUSINESS MANAGEMENT (506111) MANM971: Thesis in Management

6.3.2.6.3 INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY (506113) IPSM971: Thesis in Industrial Psychology (E903M)

6.3.2.6.4 INFORMATION SYSTEMS (506114) INYM971: Thesis in Information Systems (E904M)

6.3.2.6.5 STATISTICS (506115) STFM971: Thesis in Statistics (E905M)

6.3.2.6.6 OPERATIONS RESEARCH (506116) STOM971: Thesis in Operations Research (E906M)

6.3.2.6.7 BUSINESS MANAGENENT AND ADMINISTRATION (506108) MBAM 971 : Thesis in Business or Public Management (AD01M)


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7 MODULE DETAILS 7.1 Accounting Department

7.1.1 Accounting (ACC)

Old Course: ACC111 Introduction to Accounting New Course: ACCM111 Introduction to Accounting Purpose Students will be introduced to the basic concepts of Accounting and its role in the business environment. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Describe fundamental accounting concepts and principles b) Describe and apply the accounting cycle c) Prepare the Income Statement and the Balance Sheet of the Sole Proprietor d) Select and record relevant non-financial information. e) Select, measure, record and classify accounting data.

Topics Fundamental Accounting Concepts and Principles; The Double Entry Accounting system; The Accounting Cycle;( i.e. Journal Entries, Ledger Accounts, Trial Balance; Adjusting Entries, Closing Entries); Accounting treatment of Inventory; Preparation of Financial Statements of Sole proprietors; Bank and cash (i.e. the Bank Reconciliations); Accounts Receivable and Cost of Sales, Introduction to VAT. Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: Grade 12 Maths HG Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ACC112 Accounting Practice New Code: ACCM112 Accounting Practice Purpose Students will be introduced to the basic concepts, accounting cycle, accounting systems and elementary financial reporting Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Explain the purpose and function of accounting b) Create journals, ledgers, subsidiary ledgers and control accounts c) Design an accounting system which will meet he requirements of a specific entity d) Record transactions of and report on sole traders and partnerships

Topics Fundamental Accounting Concepts and Principles; The Double Entry Accounting system; The Accounting Cycle;( i.e. Journal Entries, Ledger Accounts, Trial Balance; Adjusting Entries, Closing Entries); Accounting treatment of Inventory; Preparation of Financial Statements of Sole proprietors; Bank and cash (i.e. the Bank Reconciliations); Accounts Receivable and Cost of Sales, Introduction to VAT. Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: Grade 12 Mathematics and Accounting with 50% on standard grade, or 40% on higher grade Credits: 16 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ACC121 Financial Reporting New Code: ACCM121 Financial Reporting Purpose The introduction of different forms of entities in South Africa and their specific reporting requirements. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Prepare financial statement for different - entities internal use b) Record transactions in accounts of different entities c) Draw up cash flow statements d) Prepare company financial statement for external use e) Describe different fundamental accounting concepts and principles for different entries

Topics General aspects of financial reporting; partnerships; close corporations; company financial statements for internal use; company financial statements for external use; cash flow statements; manufacturing enterprises; joint ventures; non-profit organizations; Share Capital transactions, Incomplete records and Debentures Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination Pre-Requisites: ACCM111 (55%) Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

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New Code: ACCM122 Accounting Practice Purpose Students will be introduced to the special accounts, partnerships and close corporations Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Record transactions of and report on manufacturing concerns, departmental accounts and non-profit concerns b) Record transactions relating to the admission, retirement and dissolution of a partnership c) Prepare the annual financial statements of a close corporation d) Calculate and record matters regarding insurance claims

Topics General aspects of financial reporting; partnerships; close corporations; company financial statements for internal use; company financial statements for external use; cash flow statements; manufacturing enterprises; joint ventures; non-profit organizations; Share Capital transactions, Incomplete records and Debentures Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination Pre-Requisites: ACCM112 (40%) Credits: 16 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ACC128 Accounting for Legal Practice New Code: ACCM128 Accounting for Legal Practice Purpose Students will be introduced to specific requirements of accounting in legal practices. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Define rules governing accounting for legal practice b) Prepare reconciliation statements. c) Prepare Trust Bank Accounts, Ledger Control Accounts and Correspondents' accounts. d) Prepare Financial Statements of Partnerships and Close Corporations e) Analyse financial statement of different entities

Topics Rules governing Accounting for Legal Practices; Bank Reconciliation Statements; Statements; Trust Bank Account; Client ledger control accounts; Correspondents' accounts; Preparation of Financial Statements of Partnerships and close corporations, budgets and Basic income tax Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: ACCM111 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ACC129 Government Accounting New Code: ACCM129 Government Accounting Purpose Students will be introduced to specific requirements of accounting in the public sector and financial reports produced in the public sector. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Describe local government accounting principles and practices b) Prepare reconciliation statements. c) Analyse and interpret Financial Reports produced in the public sector. d) Prepare control accounts e) Prepare budgets

Topics Nature, position and functions of local government; financial administration and control in local government accounting principles and practices; introduction to local government financial statement; introduction to budgeting and budgetary control; financial capital expenditure; redemption of loans and advances Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: ACCM111 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: ACC211 Financial Reporting New Code: ACCM211 Financial Reporting Purpose The course provides understanding of application of Generally Accepted Accounting Standards in preparing Annual Financial Statements. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Name and describe share capital transactions b) Understand group statement transactions c) Apply the requirement of general accepted accounting practice statement in preparing financial statement d) Analyse financial statements for internet and external use e) Draw up an analysis of group statement

Topics GAAP Statements: Framework for preparation and presentation of financial statements, Disclosure of Accounting policies, Net profit or loss for the period, fundamental errors and changes in Accounting, Earnings and dividends per share, Provisions and Contingencies, Events occurring after the balance sheet date, Inventories, Revenue, Reporting financial information by segment, Research and development/intangible assets. Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: ACCM121 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ACC212 Accounting Practice New Code: ACCM212 Accounting Practice Purpose The course provides understanding of application of Generally Accepted Accounting Standards in preparing Annual Financial Statements. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Identify the accounting terminology peculiar to companies b) Make the relevant entries regarding company taxation, transfers to and from reserves and shares issued c) Prepare the annual financial statements of a company d) Prepare, analyse and interpret cash flow statements e) Identify and explain ratios, explain their purpose and use in the analyses of the liquidity, profitability and solvency of an enterprise

Topics GAAP Statements: Framework for preparation and presentation of financial statements, Disclosure of Accounting policies, Net profit or loss for the period, fundamental errors and changes in Accounting, Earnings and dividends per share, Provisions and Contingencies, Events occurring after the balance sheet date, Inventories, Revenue, Reporting financial information by segment, Research and development/intangible assets. Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: ACCM112, ACCM122 Credits: 16 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ACC213 Computerised Accounting New Code: ACCM213 Computerised Accounting Purpose The use of computers as business tool in accounting Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Create of general ledger, customers and suppliers accounts b) Purchase of inventories and sales to customers c) Purchases of inventories and sales to customers d) Payments of suppliers' accounts and payments received from debtors e) Use computer applications found in business

Topics Starting a company: Setup of a company: Creating of general ledger customers and suppliers accounts as well as creating inventory items: opening a set of accounts for service enterprise not registered for VAT as well as services rendered Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination Pre-Requisites: ACCM121, INYM121 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: ACC216 Management Accounting New Code; ACCM216 Management Accounting Purpose The course provides an understanding of costing concepts, elements and their application in the design, implementation and operation of costing systems. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Distinguish between cost accounting, management accounting and financial accounting and to define all the cost concepts applicable to cost- and management accounting

b) Deal with material, labour and overhead costs in manufacturing organisations c) Describe and implement activity-based costing d) Prepare cost and income statements e) Design a job-order costing system and restructure a general ledger f) Understand and implement a process costing system

Topics The purpose, uses and limitations of Cost Accounting, Elements of cost; cost concepts, recovery of service departments, job costing, contract cost accounting, process costing, standard costing, joint and by -products, ABC cost accounting Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: ACCM112 Credits: 16 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ACC218 Cost Accounting New Code: ACCM218 Cost Accounting Purpose The course provides an understanding of costing concepts and their application in the design, implementation and operation of costing systems. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Define elements of costs b) Draw up material, labour and overhead records c) Calculate cost of job costing and process costing and joint and by product d) Determine cost of contract and draw up contract account e) Compare costing concepts

Topics The purpose, uses and limitations of Cost Accounting, Elements of cost; cost concepts, recovery of service departments, job costing, contract cost accounting, process costing, standard costing, joint and by -products, ABC cost accounting Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: ACCM121 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ACC219 Financial Reporting New Code: ACCM219 Financial Reporting Purpose The course provides understanding of application of Generally Accepted Accounting Standards in preparing Annual Financial Statements. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Name and describe share capital transactions b) Understand groups statement transactions c) Apply the requirement of general accepted accounting practice statement in preparing financial statements

Topics AC 000: Framework for preparation and presentation of financial statements, AC 101 Presentation of financial statements, AC 103: Net profit or loss for the period, fundamental errors and changes in Accounting Policies, AC 104: Earnings and dividends per share, AC 107: Provisions, contingencies and events occurring after the balance sheet date, AC 108: Inventories, AC 111: Revenue, AC 115: Segment Reporting, AC 122: Research and development costs/intangible assets, share capital transactions. Assessment: Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: ACCM121 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: ACC221 Accounting Techniques New Code: ACCM221 Accounting Techniques Purpose The course provides an understanding of various important topics in accounting. (CA stream) Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Account for partnerships b) Prepare the Cash Flow Statements c) Analyse Financial Statements d) Record conversion of partnership into close corporation and company e) Accounting for discontinued operations

Topics Analysis and Interpretation of Financial Statements, Cash Flow Statements, Financial Statements, Close Corporations and Advanced Partnerships (Conversin of partnership into close corporation and companies); Introduction to group statements; Discontinued operations Assessment: Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: ACCM211 55% Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ACC222 Accounting Practice New Code: ACCM222 Accounting Practice Purpose The course provides an understanding of special topics and elementary group statements Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Record transactions for the conversion of close corporations to companies, companies to close corporations and sole traders and partnerships to close corporations

b) Record transactions regarding debentures, investments, installment sale agreements and branch accounts c) Prepare elementary consolidated annual financial statements

Topics Analysis and Interpretation of Financial Statements, Cash Flow Statements, Financial Statements, Close Corporations and Advanced Partnerships (Conversin of partnership into close corporation and companies); Introduction to group statements; Discontinued operations Assessment: Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: ACCM212 (40%) Credits: 16 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: MAN223 Business Ethics New Code: ACCM223 Business Ethics Purpose This course will introduce students to business ethics. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Supply reasons for the existence of a course in Business Ethics b) Understand the meaning of Christian Science c) Define the concept of Stewardship and how to apply it in business practice d) Evaluate the way a business ought to behave towards its customers e) Describe the problems consumers face and provide the guidelines for consumer behaviour and explain

the need for and the principles of an ethical code Topics - Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 8 Duration: 8 Weeks


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Course: ACC224 Computerised Accounting New Code: ACCM224 Computerised Accounting Purpose The use of computers as business tool in accounting Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Use a computer application found in business b) Identify the relationship between the manual and automated systems c) Supply and receive data from accounting systemsTopics Set up of a company; creating general ledger, customers

and suppliers accounts, and inventory items; Purchases, sales and returns: Purchases of non inventory items. Bank transactions, payments of accounts, salaries, suppliers and payments received from customers: Bank reconciliation and Petty Cash

Assessment: Assignments, Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: ACCM213 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ACC226 Management Accounting New Code: ACCM226 Management Accounting Purpose The course provides an understanding of costing concepts, cost behaviour, decision making techniques and their application in the design, implementation and operation of costing systems. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Apply the techniques to analyse mixed cost in fixed and variable component b) Understand the relationship between cost, volume and profit and to apply this relationship in decision-making c) Deal with cost-volume-profit relationship in organisations with multiple products and to deal with relevant information

and the application of the relevant cost principle in decision-making d) Allocate joint costs to products, account for by-products and make decisions regarding further processing, allocate

service department costs by using appropriate allocation bases and allocation methods for the cost of service departments

e) Apply linear programming as a technique for decision-making in organisations Topics Cost/Volume/Profit analysis, Marginal Costing, Standard Costing, Uniform Costing; Forecast; Budgetary control; The relationship between cost and financial accounts, Quantitative analysis (Linear programming, network analysis, probability theory) New developments in Management accounting. Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: ACCM216 (40%) Credits: 16 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ACC228 Cost and Management Accounting New Code: ACCM228 Cost and Management Accounting Purpose The course provides an understanding of costing concepts and their application in the design, implementation and operation of costing systems. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Draw up budgets b) Calculate recovery costs of service departments c) Prepare ABC cost accounting d) Calculate standard variables e) Analyse quantitative techniques

Topics Cost/Volume/Profit analysis, Marginal Costing, Standard Costing, Uniform Costing; Forecast; Budgetary Control; The relationship between cost and financial accounts, Quantitative analysis (Linear programming, network analysis, probability theory) New developments in Management accounting. Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: ACCM218 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: ACC229 Accounting Techniques New Code: ACCM229 Accounting Techniques Purpose The course provides an understanding of various important topics in accounting. (Non CA stream) Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Account for partnerships b) Analyse Financial Statements. c) Prepare the Cash Flow Statements. d) Accounting for discontinued operations

Topics Analysis and interpretation of Financial Statements, Cash Flow Statements, Introduction to group statements, Discontinued operations Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: ACCM121 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ACC312 Accounting Practice New Code: ACCM312 Accounting Practice Purpose The course provides an advanced understanding of application of Generally Accepted Accounting Standards in preparing Annual Financial Statements Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Explain the need for generally accepted accounting practice (GAAP) b) Apply the various GAAP statements when compiling annual financial statements c) Have a proper knowledge and know how to do tax calculations d) Account for changes in property, plant and equipment in accounting records e) Analyse financial statements

Topics GAAP Statements: Framework for preparation and presentation of financial statements, Lessee accounting, Lessor accounting, Retirement benefits, Borrowing costs, Property, Plant and equipment and Taxation. Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: ACCM212, ACCM222 Credits: 16 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: MAN312 Business Ethics New Code: ACCM316 Business Ethics Purpose Business Ethics Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Debate the tension between profit maximization and the protection of the physical environment b) Derive the reformational principles in the management of the physical environment c) Debate the basic views regarding a sound tax system d) Derive basic principles for a fair and just tax system e) Explain the ambivalence of technology and explain the motive for a self-management plan f) Identify the problems in the insurance industry and discuss the reformational solutions g) Describe the meaning of labour and discuss some of the reformational solutions

Topics - Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: ACCM223 Credits: 8 Duration: 8 Weeks


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Course: ACC321 External Financial Reporting New Code: ACCM315 External Financial Reporting Purpose The course provides an understanding of advanced Group Annual Financial Statements (CA stream). Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Prepare all types of Group annual financial statements b) Draw up a proper consolidated cash flow statement c) Calculate changes in degree of control of a subsidiary d) Apply general accepted accounting practice in all financial statements prepared e) Distinguish between indirect a vertical subsidiaries and associates and joint ventures

Topics Consolidated Cash Flow Statement; Consolidation (including Accounting for the results of associate companies, Indirect or vertical subsidiaries and associates and joint ventures) Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: ACCM311 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ACC318 Cost and Management Accounting New Code: ACCM318 Cost and Management Accounting Purpose The course provides an understanding of advanced costing concepts and their application in the design, implementation and operation of costing systems. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Analysis of financial statements using the different methods b) Evaluate share equity c) Calculate time value of money d) Compare capital investment e) Calculate cost of capital

Topics Time value of more, Capital Investments, Form of Financing, Financial Analysis (profitability, risk, failure prediction and cash flows), Financial Planning, Valuation of Shares in companies and other business interests, Changes in shareholders' equity and share holdings. Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: ACCM218 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ACC319 Advanced Financial Reporting New Code: ACCM319 Advanced Financial Reporting Purpose The course provides an advanced understanding of application of Generally Accepted Accounting Standards in preparing Annual Financial Statements. (Non CA stream) Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Record lessee and lessor transactions in accounting records b) Calculate retirement benefits for the different retirement plans c) Have a proper knowledge and know how to do tax calculations d) Account for changes in property, plant and equipment in accounting records e) Analyse financial statements

Topics GAAP Statements: Framework for preparation and presentation of financial statements, Lessee accounting, Lessor accounting, Retirement benefits, Borrowing costs, Property, Plant and equipment and Taxation. Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: ACCM229 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: ACC322 Accounting Practice New Code: ACCM322 Accounting Practice Purpose The course provides an understanding of advanced Group Annual Financial Statements Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Understand and explain the need for consolidated annual financial statements b) Prepare annual consolidated financial statements c) Calculate changes in degree of control of a subsidiary

Topics Consolidated Cash Flow Statement; Consolidation (including Accounting for the results of associate companies, Indirect or vertical subsidiaries and associates and joint ventures) Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: ACCM312 (40%) Credits: 16 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ACC311 Advanced Financial Reporting New Code: ACCM325 Advanced Financial Reporting Purpose The course provides an advanced understanding of application of Generally Accepted Accounting Standards in preparing Annual Financial Statements. (CA stream) Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Record lessee and lessor transactions in accounting records b) Calculate retirement benefits for the different retirement plans c) Have a proper knowledge and know how to do tax calculations d) Account for changes in property, plant and equipment in accounting records e) Analyse financial statements

Topics GAAP Statements: Framework for preparation and presentation of financial statements, Lessee accounting, Lessor accounting, Retirement benefits, Borrowing costs, Property, Plant and equipment and Taxation. Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: ACCM 221 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ACC328 Cost and Management Accounting (Professional) New Code: ACCM328 Cost and Management Accounting (Professional) Purpose The course provides an understanding of advanced costing concepts and their application in the design, implementation and operation of costing systems. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Draw up and calculate budgets b) Analysis of cost volume profit c) Draw up decision trees d) Calculate cost of costing concepts; joint and process costing e) Analyse quantitative techniques

Topics Advanced applications : Cost Elements, Cost Accounting Systems and Methods of Cost Determination, Budgets, quantitative techniques Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: ACCM228; ACCM318 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: ACC329 External Financial Reporting New Code: ACCM329 External Financial Reporting Purpose The course provides an understanding of advanced Group Annual Financial Statements. (Non CA stream) Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Understanding of the various elements of the computer information system environment b) Detail understanding of the general control environment within the EDP system c) Develop application controls in a batch/online computer system d) Identify application controls in a batch/on line computer system e) Apply computer assisted audit techniques in the audit of various account balances in the computer environment

Topics Consolidated Cash Flow Statement; Consolidation (including Accounting for the results of associate companies, Indirect or vertical subsidiaries and associates and joint ventures) Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: ACCM319 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

7.1.2 Auditing (AUD)

Course: AUD211 Introduction to Auditing Course: AUDM211 Introduction to Auditing Purpose The course provides an understanding of concepts and principles relevant to the audit function. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Basic understanding of the auditing profession b) Nature and objectives of auditing c) The audit process and approach d) Audit planning and internal control e) Basic understanding of the South African auditing standards and their role in the audit process

Topics The nature of the auditing functions; knowledge, skill and qualities of a competent professional auditor, introduction to basic auditing concepts and principles, introduction to the process of auditing. Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: ACCM121 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: AUD212 Internal Audit New Code: AUDM212 Internal Audit Purpose The course provides an understanding of concepts and principles relevant to the auditor and the audit process. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Describe the historical development of the auditing profession, the structure of the profession in South Africa and the responsibilities of the external auditor

b) Describe the audit process as set out in the relevant statements of the South African Auditing Standards c) Demonstrate a proper understanding of certain requirements of the Professional Code of Conduct

Topics The nature of the auditing functions; knowledge, skill and qualities of a competent professional auditor, introduction to basic auditing concepts and principles, introduction to the process of auditing. Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: ACCM112, ACCM122 Credits: 16 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: AUD219 Administration of Deceased Estates New Code: AUDM219 Administration of Deceased Estates Purpose The course provides an understanding of the interpretation and application of laws and procedures relating to the administration of estates of deceased persons. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Understand the principle underlying the Administration of Deceased Estate b) Be able to indicate how a deceased estate should be distributed c) Be able to determine the implications of types of marriages on deceased estates d) Be able to draw up a Liquidation and Distribution account e) Be able to calculate estate duty

Topics The administration of deceased estates. The executor's account including estates duty. The principles of testa and intesta successions. Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: ACCM121 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: AUD221 Audit Practice New Code: AUDM221 Audit Practice Purpose The course provides an understanding of concepts and principles relevant to the audit function as well as the systems of internal control. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Collect Audit Evidence and drawing up working papers b) Audit Revenue and receipt cycle c) Audit purchase/payment cycle d) Audit production/Inventory cycle e) Audit the Finance cycle

Topics General overview of an audit of financial statements; the role of internal control in the audit process; the audit of the transactions cycles; revenue/receipts, purchases/payments; inventory, finance-source of funds, application of funds; review of financial statements and audit working papers. Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: AUDM211 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: AUD222 Internal Audit New Code: AUDM222 Internal Audit Purpose The course provides an understanding of concepts and principles relevant to the audit function as well as the applications and introductory computer auditing and the systems of internal control. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Demonstrate a proper knowledge of the flow of transactions, internal control system and control objectives

b) Examine transaction cycles and evaluate internal controls c) Develop tests of controls and substantive procedures and to make conclusions regarding their results d) Display a clear understanding of the influence of computer technology on the audit process e) Prepare audit reports

Topics General overview of an audit of financial statements; the role of internal control in the audit process; the audit of the transactions cycles; revenue/receipts, purchases/payments; inventory, finance-source of funds, application of funds; review of financial statements and audit working papers. Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: AUDM212 Credits: 16 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: AUD229 Administration of Insolvent Estates New Code: AUDM229 Administration of Insolvent Estates Purpose The course provides an understanding of the interpretation and application of laws and procedures relating to the winding up of an insolvent estate and the liquidation of the company. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Describe the basic procedures of sequestration, Liquidation and rehabilitation b) Prepare the Liquidation and distribution account c) Explain the effects of contribution and composition d) Interpret the applicable laws of insolvencies e) Calculate the masters and trustees fees

Topics The administration of insolvent estates, including estates duty. The liquidators of companies and close corporation. The accounts of liquidators and trustees, Companies under management, Rehabilitation. Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: AUDM219 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: AUD311 Public Audit Practice New Code: AUDM311 Public Audit Practice Purpose The course provides an understanding of advanced concepts and principles relevant to the audit function as well as the systems of internal control. Students will also be introduced to the sampling methods and auditing EDP systems. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Apply the companies act to the audit environment b) Explain the regulatory and standard setting procedures c) Describe the responsibilities and rights of an auditor as well as the liability of the auditor d) Apply statistical sampling methods e) Review the general controls in EDP environment

Topics The common law and other aspects of importance to the public accountant and auditor, the Public Accountants' and Auditors' Act, Companies Act and Close Corporations Act. Principles of internal control. Internal Control structures EDP general controls : Organisational, systems development, Hardware, software and security controls Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: AUDM211 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: AUD321 The Audit of Limited Companies New Code: AUDM321 The Audit of Limited Companies Purpose The course provides an understanding of advanced concepts and principles relevant to the audit function as well ad of internal control in advanced computer information systems environment Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Understand the various elements of the computer information system environment b) Detail understanding of the general control environment within the EDP system c) Develop and identify application controls in a batch/online computer system d) Identify application controls in a batch/online computer system e) Apply computer assisted audit techniques in the audit of various account balances in the computer environment

Topics Advanced theory of auditing, performing the audit process : planning and field work on business cycles, completing an audit and reporting. Internal structures - EDP application controls : Input controls, processing controls, Output controls. The auditors approach to internal control systems - obtaining and understanding of systems, designing and evaluations of systems. Computer auditing and the use of computers in performing the audit process- programmes, files and data bases. Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: AUDM221, AUDM311 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: AUD322 Auditing and Accounting Applications on Computers New Code: AUDM322 Auditing and Accounting Applications on Computers Purpose The course provides an understanding of advanced concepts and principles relevant to the audit function as well ad of internal control in advanced computer information systems environment Outcomes: The student will be able to:

f) Display and apply a fundamental knowledge of information technology (IT) concepts in Accounting and Auditing, evaluation and auditing of information systems at a basic level; computer security and controls, advanced computer systems and new technologies and their influence on the auditing, control and business environment

g) Use computer applications used in data bases and for the transfer of data practically h) Identify appropriate opportunities to use the computer as a business tool i) Apply practical skills in the use of computer applications in an auditing and financial management

environment Topics Advanced theory of auditing, performing the audit process: planning and field-work on business cycles, completing an audit and reporting. Internal structures - EDP application controls: Input controls, processing controls, Output controls. The auditors approach to internal control systems - obtaining and understanding of systems, designing and evaluations of systems. Computer auditing and the use of computers in performing the audit process- programmes, files and databases. Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: AUDM312 Credits: 16 Duration: 16 Weeks


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7.1.3 Taxation (TAX) Course: TAX311 Income Tax Law New Code: TAXM311 Income Tax Law Purpose The course provides an understanding of taxation laws. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Calculate tax payable by an individual b) Interpret the Income Tax act c) Evaluate salary structuring packages d) Assess taxation implications upon retirement e) Explain the fundamental concepts of taxation in South Africa

Topics Fiscal policy, Income Tax Act, 1962 (as amended) and interpretation thereof, Capital income versus revenue income, accruals and disposal of income, Sources of Income, Total Income, Gross Income and taxable Income, Retirement benefits, Taxation of farmers Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: ACCM211,ACCM221 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: TAX312 Taxation for Individuals and Companies New Code: TAXM312 Taxation for Individuals and Companies Purpose The course provides an understanding of taxation laws of individuals and trades. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

j) Interpret the Income Tax law, case laws and practice notes of the South African Revenue Service k) Calculate the normal income tax payable by individuals on taxable income from employment, fringe

benefits, lump sum payments and from carrying a trade or business Topics Fiscal policy, Income Tax Act, 1962 (as amended) and interpretation thereof, Capital income versus revenue income, accruals and disposal of income, Sources of Income, Total Income, Gross Income and taxable Income, Retirement benefits, Taxation of farmers Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: ACCM212,ACCM222 Credits: 16 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: TAX321 Income Tax Practice New Code: TAXM321 Income Tax Practice Purpose The course provides an understanding of taxation laws. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Calculate the tax payable by a company b) Calculate secondary tax on companies and donations tax c) Interpret relevant sections of the Income Tax and VAT act d) Determine the VAT obligation of an enterprise e) Advise companies on basic tax matters

Topics Taxable income of companies, Secondary Tax companies, Donation Tax, Value Added Tax Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: TAXM311 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: TAX322 Company Taxes, Trusts and Others New Code: TAXM322 Company Taxes, Trusts and Others Purpose The course provides an understanding of taxation laws for companies, trusts and other. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

h) Calculate the normal income tax payable by farmers, companies and trusts i) Calculate Donations tax and Estate duty payable j) Interpret the Value Added Tax (VAT) law and calculate VAT k) Calculate Secondary Tax on Companies (STC).

Topics Taxable income of companies, Secondary Tax companies, Donation Tax, Value Added Tax Assessment: Assignments; Test and a formal examination. Pre-Requisites: TAXM312 Credits: 16 Duration: 16 Weeks


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7.2 Department of Economics

7.2.1 Applied Economics (ECA)

Course: ECA221 Introduction to Economic Planning New Code: ECAM221 Introduction to Economic Planning Purpose This course introduces the student to the basic precepts and practices of planning as a way to achieve the economic and social objectives of growth and development in developing countries Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Understand how exactly a macro plan helps countries to achieve micro planning at the level of a community or sector. b) Understand the basic rationale and theory to formulate an economic plan. c) Learn from the experience of countries where planning has not fully achieved its objectives

Topics The nature and the rationale for development planning. Demand and supply conditions in LDCs. Basic needs, rural development, community development and regional development; Efficiency and equity. The crises in planning Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: ECNM211 and ECNM212 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ECA311 Planning Techniques New Code: ECAM311 Planning Techniques Purpose The course covers both the essential concepts and the theoretical apparatus to formulate and implement a plan to achieve the basic objectives of economic growth and development; It also focuses on project appraisals. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Understand the effectiveness of planning exercise to achieve the various economic and social objectives. b) Understand the basic requirements of the planning exercise in terms of growth models, and input-output models. c) Understand plan formulation both at the micro and macro levels. d) Appraise and evaluate given plan in terms of its cost and benefit

Topics The planning process: some basic macro and micro models; aggregate growth models; input-output models; sectoral and regional planning techniques; introduction to project appraisal and cost benefit analysis Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: ECAM221 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ECA321 The Strategy of Planning New Code: ECAM321 The Strategy of Planning Purpose This course is essentially of applied nature and looks at the experience of a number of countries that have resorted to planning as a way to achieve a sustained rate of economic growth and also achieved a reasonable level of development. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Develop an evaluation skill to assess a given plan/project. b) Understand the formulation and evaluation of case studies in the context of various kinds of planning exercises c) Understand the importance of planning in the context of a number of countries.

Topics Choosing a particular planning programme; A critical evaluation of a variety of development plans: South Africa's White paper; Plans of India, France etc. Case studies illustrating planning and policy analysis in manpower planning, industrial planning, fiscal planning etc. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: ECAM311 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: ECA705 Applied Microeconomics New Code: ECAM611 Applied Microeconomics Purpose This course focuses on advanced treatment of micro theories. This includes different market structures, consumer behaviour, theory of production and the theory of costs. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Understand the advanced tools in Microeconomic Theory. b) Understand advanced theory of Consumer behaviour c) Understand advanced theory of Production d) Understand advanced theory of Costs e) Understand advanced theory of different Market structures.

Topics Theories of consumer behaviour, product demand, production costs, the firm in various market contexts, and theories of factor employment and factor income. Applications in the private and public sector. Assessment: 2 Tests, Assignments and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ECA715 Applied Macroeconomics New Code: ECAM612 Applied Macroeconomics Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Static theories and applications of aggregate demand and supply, determination of national income, employment, inflation, and the fundamentals of monetary theory and policy in context of a developing country. Assessment: 2 Tests, Assignments and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ECA725 Planning Techniques New Code: ECAM613 Planning Techniques Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics The planning process, advanced macro and micro models, aggregate growth models, input-output models, project identification Assessment: 2 Tests, Assignments and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: ECAM611 and ECAM612 Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ECA755 Monetary and Fiscal Policy New Code: ECAM621 Monetary and Fiscal Policy Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to: Topics Theory of real goods and money markets. Interest rates, government expenditure and taxation as national planning tools. Assessment: 2 Tests, Assignments and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: ECAM611 and ECAM612 Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: ECA765 Advanced Planning Techniques Course: ECAM622 Advanced Planning Techniques Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to: Topics Advanced sectoral and regional planning techniques, review of linear programming techniques, project evaluation, the budget as a planning tool and national planning. Assessment: 2 Tests, Assignments and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: ECAM612 and ECAM611 Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ECA775 Cost Benefit Analysis New Code: ECAM623 Cost Benefit Analysis Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to: Topics The theory of cost-benefit analysis. Applications of specific problems. Assessment: 2 Tests, Assignments and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: ECAM611 and ECAM612 Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ECA795 Research New Code: ECAM671 Research Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics - Assessment: Submission of a report Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks


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7.2.2 Economics (ECN)

Course: ECN111 Introduction to Economics New Code: ECNM111 Introduction to Economics Purpose To expose students to the workings of a mixed economy with a free market orientation. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Explain the nature scope and methodology of economics b) Define and explain different forms of economic systems c) Describe the principles of microeconomics d) Determine the pricing of goods using the principle of demand and supply e) Assess the causes of income inequality

Topics Nature, scope and methodology of Economics; Economic problem; Economic Systems; Demand and Supply; Determination of prices in the free enterprise economy; Price Output Determination; Pricing and Employment of Resources; The theory of production; Income Distribution. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ECN112 The South African Economical Environment New Code: ECNM112 The South African Economical Environment Purpose To expose students to the functioning of the South African Economic System. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Give a view of the functioning of the SA economic system and to relate the economic problem of scarcity to other issues

b) Apply the laws of demand and supply c) Analyse the different economic systems, as well as the impact of economic policy issues regarding

participants d) Estimate market shortages and deficits and be able to analyse such results graphically, as well as

calculating various economic aspects such as utility, production possibilities, the money creation process and the balance of payments

e) Grasp the challenges of our multi-cultural society to the economic situation Topics Nature, scope and methodology of Economics; Economic problem; Economic Systems; Demand and Supply; Determination of prices in the free enterprise economy; Price Output Determination; Pricing and Employment of Resources; The theory of production; Income Distribution. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 8 Duration: 8 Weeks

Course: ECN121 Basic Economics New Code: ECNM121 Basic Economics Purpose The course exposes the student to the basic framework of macroeconomics. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Explain the basic macro-economic and national accounting concepts (GNP, GDP) b) Explain the nature and functions of money and banking institutions c) Describe the complex network of international trade and financial relationships d) Illustrate the various phases of the business cycle e) Asses the state of the South African Economy

Topics The theory of national income determination, money and banking, International economics, business cycles, Annual budget of South Africa and South African economic issues. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: ECN122 Micro and Macro Economics New Code: ECNM122 Micro and Macro Economics Purpose The course exposes the student to the basic framework of microeconomics and macroeconomics. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Distinguish between macro and microeconomics b) Analyse the economic problems with the aid of macroeconomics c) Obtain an overview of the interdependence and linkages of the various decision-makers and the role played

by different policies d) Understand the framework of economics within which facts and phenomena could be interpreted in practical

terms e) Analyze the dynamics related to economic situations f) Calculate demand, supply and equilibrium situations in individual and aggregate market situations g) Calculate economic variables such as GDP, economic growth rates, inflation rates, and elasticities and

understand the influence that multiculturalism exerts on the economy Topics The theory of national income determination, money and banking, International economics, business cycles, Annual budget of South Africa and South African economic issues. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 16 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ECN211 Basic Microeconomics New Code: ECNM211 Basic Microeconomics Purpose This course provides an understanding and analysis of microeconomics, essentially commodity and factor pricing under different market situations in a free enterprise economy. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Explain the methods of price determination under different situations b) Discuss and explain the different market situations both in commodity and factor markets. c) Develop a critical perspective of the theory of Consumer behaviour d) An in-depth comprehension of the production function e) Analyse Partial and General equilibrium

Topics Market demand analysis; Introduction to the theory of demand and supply in the product and factor markets. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: ECNM111 and STFM111 Or STFM112 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ECN212 Basic Macroeconomics New Code: ECNM212 Basic Macroeconomics Purpose This course provides an understanding of the interaction of the real/goods sector and the money sector of the economy and introduces the student to the basic framework of the ISLM model. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Explain the Keynesian Model b) Determine the IS-LM Model c) Analyse the different Fiscal policy Instrument d) Explain the policy Implications of Inflation e) Discuss Economic Policy problems in South Africa

Topics Determination of equilibrium in the real/goods and money markets; An in-depth look at Fiscal policy; An exposition of the processes of Inflation and Unemployment and how they are related; Policy problems and schools of thought. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: ECNM111 and STFM111 Or STFM112 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: ECN221 Intermediate Microeconomics New Code: ECNM221 Intermediate Microeconomics Purpose Extension of ECN211 focusing on advanced treatment of micro theories including equilibrium (both partial and general) and optimal/welfare theory. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Understand and apply the different models of consumer behaviour, and the theories of firm and factor market b) Understand the basic concepts and methods of welfare economics. c) Understand the basic models of partial and general equilibrium.

Topics Further topics in consumer theory, theory of the firm and factor markets; Price theory; Introduction to general equilibrium and social welfare analysis Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: ECNM211 and ECNM212 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: ECN222 Intermediate Macroeconomics New Code: ECNM222 Intermediate Macroeconomics Purpose This course provides an advanced knowledge of the macro system and the problems that arise out of it. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Understand the methodology of national income estimation. b) Understand the theories of national income determination both within the Keynesian and Neo-classical frameworks. c) Understand the operation of business cycle d) Understand the application of the ISLM model to assess the effectiveness of fiscal and monetary policies. e) Understand national income accounting.

Topics Determination of national income; Savings, consumption and investment; Fiscal policy and inflation; Money and banking; Monetary analysis and income analysis; Business cycles, forecasting and monetary policy. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: ECNM211 and ECNM212 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ECN311 Public Finance and Policy Analysis New Code: ECNM311 Public Finance and Policy Analysis Purpose This course introduces the student to the fundamentals of Public Finance and Public Policy focusing on the structure of both direct and indirect taxation and the rationale for public spending and also that of fiscal discipline. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Understand the basic theory of Public Finance in terms of Public Revenue and Public Expenditure b) Understand rationale of public spending and fiscal discipline.

Topics Economic functions of government; market failure; essentials of welfare economics; taxation and other sources of government income; public expenditure criteria; determination of expenditure priorities; fiscal responsibility. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: ECNM211 and ECNM212 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ECN312 Development Economics New Code: ECNM312 Development Economics Purpose This course covers the basic concepts and theories of growth and development in various settings and modes Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Recognise, explain and appreciate the importance of various growth and development models b) Explain the various approaches towards growth and development c) Analyse the various constraints inhibiting the growth and development processes

Topics Growth models and development stages; dualistic development; balanced and unbalanced growth; investment choices; interdependence and industrialisation; efficiency and growth of the individual firm; the role of disturbances, inter-regional transmission of economic growth; functions of government and foreign aid; regional development. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: ECNM211 and ECNM212 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: ECN321 Quantitative Economics New Code: ECNM321 Quantitative Economics Purpose This course introduces the student to the basic tools and techniques of mathematics that are highly useful for the understanding to economics. Emphasis is given to applications. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Apply the relevant mathematical tools and techniques to solve economic problems. b) Understand the uses of Mathematics in Economics c) Understand the mathematical tools and techniques that are quite often used in economics.

Topics The use of mathematics in economics; algebraic functions and market equilibrium under pure competition; demand and supply functions of more than one variable; limits and continuity; derivatives, elasticity and marginal revenue, maximising and minimising economic functions with and without constraints; linear models in economics Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: ECNM211, ECNM212, STA128 or STFM121 or MTH 113 or STA129 or STFM122 or MAYM114 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ECN322 International Economics New Code: ECNM322 International Economics Purpose This course introduces the student to the fundamentals of international economics and international trade in the context of the present day world scenario focusing on the global economy with various inter links, and the role of international institutions Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Appreciate the international monetary system b) Understand the various theories of international trade affecting the country's economic performance in the global

context. c) Understand the influence that is exercised on the internal economy by external forces.

Topics Theory of international trade; theory of commercial policy; international payments of foreign exchange; the adjustment process; the international monetary system; growth and international economy; economic integration; the role of multinationals. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: ECNM211, ECNM212, STA128 or STFM121 or MTH 113 or STA129 or STFM122 or MAYM114 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ECN705 Microeconomic Theory New Code: ECNM611 Microeconomic Theory Purpose This course firstly introduces the learner to the basic tools (economic models) of analysis in Microeconomics; It presents in detail the theory of demand and also extensively the theory of production; the theory of costs and finally analyzes selected market structures under the theory of the firm. It emphasizes the report writing approach to prepare learners for their final research paper. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Understand the advanced tools of analysis in Microeconomic Theory. b) Describe the advanced theory of Consumer behaviour c) Describe the advanced theory of Production d) Explain the advanced theory of Costs e) Understand advanced theory of different Market structures.

Topics Advanced treatment of theories of consumer behaviour, product demand, production, costs, the firm in various market contexts. Assessment: 2 Tests, 2 mini research presentations and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: ECN711 Power System Economics New Code: ECNM623 Power System Economics Purpose To introduce the learner to the background of the workings of the electricity supply industry. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Understand the background of the electricity supply industry b) Interpret different electricity markets c) Model electricity industry with different assumptions

Topics Theories, programmes, and strategies of economic development as applied to economies that are in the early stages of industrialization, analysis of factors deterring economic expansion and policies for continuous growth. Assessment: Term paper, formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ECN725 Macroeconomic Theory New Code: ECNM612 Macroeconomic Theory Purpose This course focuses on the advanced issues in macroeconomic problems. It covers the topics including economic growth, aggregate equilibrium, international trade, government fiscal policies and monetary policies. It also includes equilibriums in different markets, such as money and product market. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Understand the theories of economic growth b) Understand the major macroeconomic problems c) Interpret the government’s role in the economy with its policies d) Explain equilibrium in different markets e) Understand the types of inflation and its causes

Topics Static theories of aggregate demand and supply, determination of national income, employment, inflation, and the fundamentals of monetary theory and policy. Assessment: Tests, Assignments and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ECN745 Models in Economics New Code: ECNM 613 Models in Economics Purpose The module enables the learner to construct and use linear programming models, input-output tables and social accounting matrices and game theory models. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Understand and apply matrix algebra b) Apply linear programming as an economic modeling technique c) Apply and use input-output tables d) Apply and use social accounting matrices e) Apply and use simple game theory models

Topics The theory of linear models, application of linear programming in economics, theory of positive matrices and its application to input-output analysis and social accounting matrices, and game theory. Assessment: Assignments and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: ECN755 General Equilibrium Theory and Welfare Economics New Code: ECNM624 General Equilibrium Theory and Welfare Economics Purpose This course focuses on advanced treatment of micro theory concentrating on both partial and general equilibrium and optimal/welfare theory Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Understand and apply the different models of partial and general equilibrium b) Understand and analyse different social welfare theories. c) Understand public policy analyses from the point of view of welfare Economics

Topics Pareto optimality and the Pareto crirerion, Compensation principle and the welfare function Assessment: Tests, Assignments and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ECN765 Econometrics New Code: ECNM621 Econometrics Purpose The module consolidate basic econometrics which emphasises cross-section and time series analysis techniques Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) apply and understand the simple regression model to cross-section and time series data b) apply and understand simple cross-section data analysis techniques c) apply and understand simple time series data analysis techniques

Topics Topic include the simple regression model, GLM, VAR Assessment: Assignments, tests and a short paper (about 15 pages Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ECN775 Public Policy Analysis New Code: ECNM622 Public Policy Analysis Purpose This course introduces learners to the branch of Economics that is concerned with government spending and taxation; it introduces learners to the tools of Positive analysis and tools of Normative analysis. It introduces public goods; externalities, income redistribution issues, expenditure programmes for the poor, taxation and efficiency. It focuses on the structure of both direct and indirect taxation and the rationale for public spending and also that of fiscal discipline. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Understand the theory of Public Finance in terms of Public Revenue and Public Expenditure b) Explain the economic functions of government; c) Define market failure and explain the justification for government intervention d) Analyze all aspects of government expenditure e) Describe a framework for tax analysis and explain theories of taxation

Topics Tools of Positive Analysis, Tools of Normative analysis, Public goods, externalities, Income redistribution, and expenditure programmes for the poor, taxation. Assessment: 2 Term papers, Tests, and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: ECN795 Research Project New Code: ECNM671 Research Project Purpose This course covers the theory and practical application of research methodology applicable to Economics. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Develop a research proposal b) Investigate a research problem c) Analyze and report on the data gathered

Topics Problem and hypothesis formulation; research design; practical (or any acceptable) data gathering techniques; analysis and interpretation of data and report writing Assessment: Submission of a research project. Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 30 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ECN811 Advanced Power System Economics New Code: ECNM821 Advanced Power System Economics Purpose To introduce the learner to the background of the workings of the electricity supply industry Outcomes: The student will be able to:

d) Understand the background of the electricity supply industry e) Interpret different electricity markets f) Model electricity industry with different assumptions

Topics Theories, programmes, and strategies of economic development as applied to economies that are in the early stages of industrialization, analysis of factors deterring economic expansion and policies for continuous growth. Assessment: Term paper, formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 20 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ECN815 Advanced Development Economics New Code: ECNM822 Advanced Development Economics Purpose The course teaches the learner advanced concepts and theories of growth and development and the various current initiatives that seek to assist developing counties in their endevours to develop their countries and reduce poverty. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Explain the overview of economic development and economic growth b) Analyze the new growth theories c) Use the tools of analysis to explain the current initiatives that seek to assist developing counties

Topics Economic Development: Overview, Economic Growth: Overview, The New Growth Theories, Nepad documents (or any current strategies of development). Assessment: 2 Practical term papers, test and formal written examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 20 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: ECN825 Econometrics and Model Building New Code: ECNM812 Econometrics and Model Building Purpose The module consolodate the application and understanding of econometric methods which emphasises cross-section and time series analysis. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) apply and understand advanced regression model to cross-section and time series data b) apply and understand cross-section data analysis techniques c) apply and understand simple time series data analysis techniques

Topics Topics include the regression model, GLM, GMM, VAR, cointegration, panel data analysis. Assessment: Assignments, tests and a short paper (about 25 pages) Pre-Requisites: ECNM621 or equivalent Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: ECN895 Mini-dissertation New Code: ECNM873 Mini-dissertation Purpose This module provides skills in research and report writing with specific reference to Economics. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Identify a research problem in Economics b) Apply skills and principles of conducting research c) Write guided report which shows understanding of basic research principles

Topics Presentation of a mini-dissertation Assessment: Submission of a report Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 120 Duration: 32 Weeks

Course: ECN899 Full-dissertation New Code: ECNM871 Full-dissertation Purpose The module provides advanced skills in research and report writing with specific reference to Economics. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Identify a research problem in Economics b) Apply skills and principles of conducting research c) Write guided report which shows understanding of basic research principles

Topics Presentation of a mini-dissertation Assessment: Submission of a full report Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 180 Duration: 32 Weeks

Course: ECN999 Economics Doctoral Thesis New Code: ECNM971 Thesis Purpose The module provides advanced skills in research and report writing with specific reference to Economics. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Identify a research problem in the Economics area b) Apply skills and principles of conducting research c) Write a research report which is academically and professionally acceptable

Topics Presentation of a of Thesis Assessment: Submission of a research report Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 240 Duration: 64 Weeks


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7.2.3 Logistics Management (LMN)

Course: LMN211 Introduction to Logistics New Code: LMNM211 Introduction to Logistics Purpose To create an awareness and appreciation with learners for the important role of logistics and the management thereof, in any economy. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Logistics Supply Chain Management, Dimensions of Logistics, Demand Management and Customer Service, Procurement and Supply Management, Inventory in the logistics system, Global Logistics. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 64 Weeks

Course: LMN221 Distribution Channel Management, personal selling and marketing research New Code: LMNM221 Distribution Channel Management, personal selling and marketing research Purpose The learner will introduced to inventory decision making with reference to fundamental approaches to managing inventory, economic order quantity, additional approaches to inventory management, inventory for outbound systems and demand pull approaches to managing inventory. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Inventory Decision Making, Warehousing Decisions, Materials Handling and Packaging, Transportation Systems, Transportation Management. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 64 Weeks

Course: LMN311 Logistics Decisions Support New Code: LMNM311 Logistics Decisions Support Purpose To provide the learner with insight into the importance of quantitative analysis as a decision tool on a strategic, tactical and operational level in logistics. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Apply quantitative analysis in logistics decisions and reflect upon the application made b) Perform rational and analytical decision-making in logistics c) Describe the basic concepts of quantitative analysis techniques

Topics - Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 64 Weeks


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Course: LMN312 Logistics Strategies and Customer Service New Code: LMNM312 Logistics Strategies and Customer Service Purpose To build on the platform created logistics decisions support by focusing on three of the important strategies in logistics management. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Apply quantitative analysis in logistics decisions and reflect upon the application made b) Perform rational and analytical decision-making in logistics c) Describe the basic concepts of quantitative analysis techniques

Topics Customer service as the output of any logistics system, the marketing concept, elements of customer service, methods of establishing a customer service strategy, cost of customer service, the customer service audit, performance measurement, the selection of a transport mode, intermodal transport, delivery specification, distribution costs, critical factors of success and performance measurements for effective distribution and security, the logistics plan with reference to the elements of such a plan, total cost analysis, total order cycle and delivery time-management, place and transaction analysis and distribution forces, third-party logistics service providers as a strategic initiative, logistics strategies. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 64 Weeks

Course: LMN321 Business Systems New Code: LMNM321 Business Systems Purpose Introduce the learner to the basic concepts of a number of business systems and prepare the learner for a career in logistics management and provide a basis for further learning in the field of Logistics and Supply Chain Management Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Provide insight into the importance of business systems as decision making tools, on a strategic, tactical and operational level in logistics

b) understand the application of business systems in logistics decisions and reflect upon the application made c) Enhance the learner’s ability to perform rational and analytical decision-making in logistics

Topics Information systems, Economic Order Quantity, Materials Requirements Planning, Distribution Requirements Planning, Routing and Scheduling, Location Analysis, Enterprise Resource Planning Systems, Advance Planning and Scheduling Systems, Supply chain simulation. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: LMN322 International Transport Logistics and Clearing New Code: LMNM322 International Transport Logistics and Clearing Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Role of transport in international trade, import and export trade, delivery and transport conditions in international trade, trade terms and methods of payment, protection and packaging of freight, shipment and export documentation, air freight and transport, customs and excise practices, port facilities and operation, International freight insurance, inbound and outbound transport, role of the clearing agent in international logistics, cost elements of imports and exports, third party distribution, the role of national and international trade agreements, logistics institutional bodies. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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7.2.4 Transport Economics (TEC) Course: TEC111 Introduction to Transport Economics New Code: TECM111 Introduction to Transport Economics Purpose To provide the learner with specialized intellectual knowledge and applied competencies in understanding and interpreting transportation issues with regard to the economic problem as well as address a number of solutions thereof. The learner will furthermore be able to apply theoretical aspects of transport matters such as supply and demand for transport, movement of people and goods as well as the different modes of transport, including multi and intermodal transport. The learner will be able to reflect on issues relating to transport and its role in the balance of payments, as well as prepare them for a career in transport. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Introduction to transport economics, principles of transport, Functions of transport, the role and function of transport in the economy, Input/output analysis of transport, Relationship between transport facilities, economic growth and development, Intermodal arrangements, Relationship between transport and logistics, Costs of transport, Demand and supply of transport services, Tariff determination, the role of government in the transportation industry. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: TEC121 Road Freight Transport New Code: TECM121 Road Freight Transport Purpose To familiarize the learner with specialized intellectual knowledge and applied competencies in the understanding of road freight transport. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Introduction to the road freight industry and its management in South Africa, economics underlying the mode, vehicle selection, vehicle financing, operations management, vehicle maintenance, vehicle routing and scheduling, vehicle replacement, road transport costing and tariff setting, the transport audit, road transport legislation, regulatory and institutional issues in road transport. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: TEC211 Rail Transport Studies New Code: TECM211 Rail Transport Studies Purpose To familiarize the learner with rail transport concepts and principles. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Introduction to rail transport management, historical development of rail transport, rail management and organization, economics underlying the mode, demand and supply determinants, rariff setting, costing in rail services, intermodal competition, rail transport legislation, regulatory and institutional issues in rail transport, rail transport in the context of developing countries, concessioning and franchising issues. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: TEC212 Public Passenger Transport Studies New Code: TECM212 Public Passenger Transport Studies Purpose To focus on public passenger transport, mostly in a South African context and aims to familiarise the learner with passenger transport concepts and principles. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Introduction and background to public transport, the role of government in public transport, public transport legislation, regulatory and institutional issues in public transport, optimum service levels, administration of public transport, tendering and contracting, economics underlying the modes, characteristics of public transport modes, financing of public transport, subsidy issues in public transport. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: TEC221 Aviation Studies New Code: TECM221 Aviation Studies Purpose To familiarize the learner with air transport concepts and principles. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics An economic-technical analysis of the development of the aviation industry, regulatory developments in scheduled air transport, economics underlying the mode, demand and supply determinants in aviation, cost accounting in air transport, tariff setting in air transport, role of national and international institutional structures in aviation, airport planning, air transport legislation, regulatory and institutional issues in aviation. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: TEC222 Maritime Transport Studies New Code: TECM222 Maritime Transport Studies Purpose To familiarize the learner with maritime transport concepts and principles. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics The role of maritime transport in the economy, regulatory development of the maritime industry, economics underlying the mode, demand and supply determinants, national and international institutional structures in the maritime industry, tariff setting, commercial sea management practice, port development: national and international, port functions, economic contribution of ports to the economy, port placement and planning, management and control of ports, port tariff setting and policies. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: TEC311 Transport Policy Formulation and Instruments New Code: TECM311 Transport Policy Formulation and Instruments Purpose To introduce the learner to transport policy formulation, underlying principles and practices as well as the South African application thereof. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics The role of government in transport, the role of government in the rendering of transport services and infrastructure, functions of the various levels of government and statutory organisations in transport, regulatory mechanisms, purpose of transport policy, transport policy formulation, issues with regard to the co-ordination, planning and intergration of the various transport services. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: TEC312 Transportation Planning New Code: TECM312 Transportation Planning Purpose The learner will gain specialized intellectual knowledge and applied competencies in the understanding of urban transportation planning as well as an extensive reflection on relevant theoretical issues. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Introduction to transport planning, principles and approaches towards transport planning, methodology used and execution of transport needs analysis, user charges and cost recovery options and techniques, reporting on transport projects. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: TEC321 Transportation Policy Analysis New Code: TECM321 Transportation Policy Analysis Purpose To introduce the learner to transportation policy analyses, including all relevant underlying concepts and principles as well as the actual analysis of policies, locally and internationally, in the process also benchmarking national policies with International best practices Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics National transport policy issues, transport policy options, international transport policies, intra- and intermodal co-operation, regional and international agreements, policy formulation and sensitivity analysis, policy implementation issues. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: TEC322 Project Management and Transportation Planning New Code: TEMC322 Project Management and Transportation Planning Purpose To introduce the learner to project management and certain empirical transportation planning issues, including all relevant underlying concepts and principles. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Economic evaluation of transport projects, financing of transport projects, viability studies, project management and institutional structures involved in infrastructure management. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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7.3 Department Of Industrial Psychology

7.3.1 Industrial Psychology (IPS)

Course: IPS111 Introduction to Industrial Psychology New Code: IPSM111 Introduction to Industrial Psychology Purpose To expose students to the principles and development Industrial Psychology. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Describe the fundamentals of Industrial Psychology b) Interpret the basic psychological principles c) Define the role of Industrial Psychology d) Use principles of Industrial Psychology I.e. Motivation e) Identify basic theories in Industrial Psychology

Topics Basic psychological principles applied to industry; an overview of the different fields of Industrial Psychology, viz. Organisational Behaviour, Career Psychology and Consumer Psychology. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: IPS121 Basic concepts of Organisational Behaviour New Code: IPSM121 Basic concepts of Organisational Behaviour Purpose An overview of the variables to be studied in Organisational Behaviour; foundations of individual behaviour. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Explain the nature of Human Relations b) Describe the fundamentals of motivation c) Interpret types of leadership d) Demonstrate stress coping strategies e) Differentiate motivation theories

Topics The effect of individual behaviour on satisfaction, absenteeism, turnover and productivity. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: IPS211 Career Psychology New Code: IPSM211 Career Psychology Purpose This course provides an understanding and analysis of career issues; individual career perspectives; individual and organisational strategies for career management. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Explain the importance of Career Management b) Demonstrate the relevance of life cycles to career stages c) Apply the different theories of career choice. d) Investigate and advise individuals on the different strategies used for career management. e) Determine implications for careers when organisations experience change, e.g. restructuring.

Topics Early, mid, and late career issues; the life cycle compared to career stages; strategies for career management; different theories of career choice. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: IPSM111 & IPSM121 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: IPS221 Consumer Psychology New Code: IPSM221 Consumer Psychology Purpose The influence of individual, group and organisational behaviour on consumer behaviour. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Explain the influence on buyer behaviour b) Apply the difference models of buyer behaviour c) Demonstrate knowledge of the influence of culture on buyer behaviour d) Determine effective promotional strategy e) Distinguish between different strategies of influencing buyer behaviour

Topics Models of buying behaviour; the influence of support groups, advertising and culture on buyer behaviour. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: IPSM211 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: IPS311 Psychometrics and research methodology New Code: IPSM311 Psychometrics and research methodology Purpose This course covers the theory and practical application of psychological assessment as well as the research methodology applicable to Industrial Psychology and Human Resource Management Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Test reliability and validity; tests and test administration; use of norms; problem and hypothesis formulation; research design. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: IPS321 Organisational Behaviour New Code: IPSM321 Organisational Behaviour Purpose This course provides an understanding of the influence of individual, group and organisational structures on satisfaction, absenteeism, turnover and productivity. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Explain the influence of individual, group and organisational structure variables on satisfaction, absenteeism, labour turnover and productivity

b) Apply theories of organisational behaviour (OB) c) Compare and contrast theories (OB) from different schools of thought d) Identify the implications of individual and group behaviour to management e) Suggest ways of explaining, predicting and controlling behaviour of employees in organisations

Topics Individual variables, e.g. personality; group variables, e.g. leadership; organisational structure variables, e.g. organisational development and change. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: IPS711 Organisational Behaviour New Course: IPSM621 Organisational Behaviour Purpose This course provides an understanding of the influence of individual, group and organisational structures on satisfaction, absenteeism, turnover and productivity. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Suggest strategies to apply organisational behaviour practices and principles in industry and the private sector b) Advise management on individual and group behaviour and its impact on satisfaction, absenteeism, turnover and

productivity c) Critically evaluate the relative influences of individual, group and organisational structure variables on satisfaction,

absenteeism, turnover and productivity Topics Individual variables, e.g. personality; group variables, e.g. leadership; organisational structure variables, e.g. organisational development and change. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: IPS721 Psychometrics New Code: IPSM611 Psychometrics Purpose This course covers the theory and practical application of psychological assessment as well as techniques of counselling. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Advise Management On The Use Of Psychological Testing b) Critically Evaluate The Influence Of Culture And Other Extraneous Variables On Test Results c) Evaluate Test Results And Provide Concomitant Counselling.

Topics Test reliability and validity; tests and test administration; use of norms; problem and hypothesis formulation; research design, test scores interpretation and counselling. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: IPS728 Career Psychology New Code: IPSM622 Career Psychology Purpose This course provides an understanding and analysis of career issues; individual career perspectives; individual and organisational strategies for career management. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Comment on the importance of career management to both individuals and organisations b) Compare the merits of different theories for career choice c) Motivate the application of different strategies for career management d) Evaluate the significance of life cycles to career stages and analyse the impact thereof on human resource

management Topics Early, mid, and late career issues; the life cycle compared to career stages; strategies for career management; different theories of career choice. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: IPS799 Research project New Code: IPSM671 Research project Purpose This course covers the theory and practical application of research methodology applicable to Industrial Psychology Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Develop a research proposal b) Investigate empirically a research problem c) Analyse and report on the data gathered

Topics Problem and hypothesis formulation; research design; practical data gathering techniques; analysis and interpretation of data and report writing. Assessment: Submission of a research project Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 60 Duration: 32 Weeks

Course: IPS801 Assessment and Counselling New Code: IPSM811 Assessment and Counselling Purpose This course covers the theory and practical application of psychological assessment as well as techniques of counselling. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Assess and interpret test results b) Choose test batteries for specific purposes c) advise management on the administration, usage and control of a,b and c-level tests d) Investigate the reliability and validity of test batteries e) Evaluate psychometric testing programmes

Topics Test reliability and validity; tests and test administration; use of norms; principles of test construction; test battery selection; test scores analysis, interpretation and counselling. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: IPS802 Individual and Group Behaviour in Organisations New Code: IPSM812 Individual and Group Behaviour in Organisations Purpose This course provides an understanding of the influence of individual and group behaviour on satisfaction, absenteeism, turnover and productivity. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Investigate the influence of individual and group variables on satisfaction, absenteeism, turnover and productivity b) Advise management on techniques to influence individual and group behaviour c) Validate the use of different interventions aimed at addressing organisational problems d) Develop motivational strategies for both individuals and groups

Topics Individual variables, e.g. personality; group variables, e.g. leadership; the effect of these variables on satisfaction, absenteeism, turnover and productivity; implications for management. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: IPS895 Mini-dissertation New Code: IPSM873 Mini-dissertation Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Case study and mini-dissertation Assessment: - Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 60 Duration: 32 Weeks


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Course: IPS899 Full Dissertation New Code: IPSM871 Full Dissertation Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Submission of a full Dissertation Assessment: Submission of a report Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 120 Duration: 32 Weeks

Course: IPS999 Doctoral Thesis New Code: IPS971 Thesis Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Submission of a thesis Assessment: Continuous Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 240 Duration: 64 Weeks

7.3.2 Human Resource Management (HRM)

Course: HRM111 Introduction to Human Resource Management (HRM) New Code: HRNM111 Introduction to Human Resource Management (HRM) Purpose This course provides an understanding of the main HRM functions, and gives an overview of the field of HRM. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Apply in practice his knowledge of evaluation techniques. b) Understand the different HRM functions. c) Understand the interdependency of the HRM functions, and their importance to organisational well being d) Distinguish between the various fields of specialisation within HRM.

Topics Introduction to the main HRM functions, viz. Recruitment, selection and placement, as well as an overview of the field of HRM, viz. personnel evaluation, training and development, reward systems and Industrial Relations. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: HRM112 Human Resource Management New Code: HRNM112 Human Resource Management Purpose This course introduces and provides an understanding of the main HRM functions, and gives an overview of the field of HRM. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Know and understand the components of human resource management (including human resource planning, job analysis, recruitment, selection, training, performance management and compensation)

b) Know and understand differences in individuals’ behaviour and criteria that can be used to classify individual differences

c) Know and understand the impact of diversity on the South African labour force on the South African work context d) Know and understand the research, theories and approaches regarding stress, motivation, leadership, group behaviour,

and communication e) Know and understand the importance of career self-management; Know and understand the management of change

Topics Introduction to the main HRM functions, viz. Recruitment, selection and placement, as well as an overview of the field of HRM, viz. personnel evaluation, training and development, reward systems and Industrial Relations. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 8 Duration: 8 Weeks

Course: HRM121 The role and functions of the Human Resource Management department New Code: HRNM121 The role and functions of the Human Resource Management department Purpose This course provides practical knowledge and skills regarding the basic HRM roles and functions, e.g. techniques of recruitment, selection and evaluation. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Recruit, select, place and evaluate employees. b) Advise on reward systems. c) Recognise the importance of the role and functions of the HRM department.

Topics Recruitment, selection, placement, evaluation, reward systems and the various roles of the HRM department as a staff function, e.g. as change agent, and as expert adviser to management and employees. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: HRM211 Human Resource Training and Development New Code: HRNM211 Human Resource Training and Development Purpose The course covers both a macro-perspective as well as a micro-perspective on Human Resource Training and Development in South Africa. The student will be introduced to macro concepts such as the role of the state in training and development, as well as such micro aspects as designing training programmes. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Understand the macro milieu of training and development in South Africa. b) Implement a training programme. c) Evaluate a training programme d) Determine training needs. e) Design a training programme.

Topics The role and functions of training boards, a strategic approach to training management, the different phases of training design and evaluation of the effectiveness of training and development. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: HRNM111 and HRNM121 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: HRM221 Performance management and reward systems New Code: HRNM221 Performance management and reward systems Purpose This course covers performance measurement, performance development and interventions as well as reward systems and the reward-motivation linkage. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Know the importance of extensive stakeholder consultation prior to the design and implementation of both a performance management system as well as a reward system.

b) Evaluate the effectiveness of both systems. c) Do a job description and a job analysis. d) Conduct an effective reward system analysis prior to implementation. e) Construct and design a performance management system. f) Understand the importance of performance management to ensure organisational productivity.

Topics Performance management processes and procedures job description, job evaluation, reward systems and the motivational effects of rewards. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: HRNM111; HRNM121 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: HRM311 Industrial Relations New Code: HRNM311 Industrial Relations Purpose Perspectives and context of Industrial Relations; collective bargaining and different IR processes and procedures. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Interpret different perspectives/approaches in industrial relations b) Apply disciplinary/grievance procedures c) Design retrenchment policies d) Analyse industrial actions e) Develop recognition agreements

Topics Introduction to the context of IR with special reference to South African conditions; unions and collective bargaining; grievance and disciplinary codes; the practical application of labour law in the context of IR management. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: HRNM211 & HRNM221 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: HRM321 Strategic Human Resource Management New Code: HRNM321 Strategic Human Resource Management Purpose This course covers the concepts and importance of strategic HRM in executing one of the primary functions of HRM, namely the timeous provisioning of human resources of the right calibre and desired competence to ensure the continued effective functioning Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Explain the various strategic approaches. b) Recognise, explain and appreciate the importance of strategic HRM in private and public sector organisations. c) Understand and apply HRM strategy. d) Analyse human resource needs.

Topics Introduction to the concept of strategy in HRM; defining the strategic context; development of HRM strategies and staffing; building the organisation and developing capabilities. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: HRNM211 & HRNM221 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: HRM711 Strategic Human Resource Management New Code: HRNM621 Strategic Human Resource Management Purpose This course covers the concepts and importance of strategic HRM in executing one of the primary functions of HRM, namely the timeous provisioning of human resources of the right calibre and desired competence to ensure the continued effective functioning Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Comment on the importance of strategic HRM in private and public sector organisations b) Evaluate the various strategic approaches c) Analyse HR needs d) Advise management on the application of HR strategy e) Develop a human resource strategic plan

Topics Introduction to the concept of strategy in HRM; defining the strategic context; development of HRM strategies and staffing; building the organisation and developing capabilities. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: HRM718 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: HRM713 Industrial Relations and the Environment New Code: HRNM613 Industrial Relations and the Environment Purpose Focus on the processes involved in the field of Industrial Relations with specific reference to the South-African situation. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Comment on the importance of the role of the ILO in labour Matters b) Distinguish between the influence of the micro and macro environment on industrial relations c) Critically evaluate the role and function of the trade unions in the labour milieu

Topics Theory of Industrial Relations; historical perspectives of South-Africa and some other countries; socio-economic models Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: HRM716 Human Resource Training and Development New Code: HRNM611 Human Resource Training and Development Purpose The course covers both a macro-perspective as well as a micro-perspective on Human Resource Training and Development in South Africa. The student will be introduced to macro concepts such as the role of the state in training and development, as well as su Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Distinguish between the micro and macro environments of Training and development in South Africa b) Analyse training needs c) Design training programmes d) Plan and implement training programmes e) Evaluate training programmes

Topics The role and functions of training boards, a strategic approach to training management, the different phases of training design and evaluation of the effectiveness of training and development. Models of training and development. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: HRM718 The Human Resource Management Function New Code: HRNM612 The Human Resource Management Function Purpose This course covers the theory and practical application of Human Resource Management processes and functions. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Identify the different steps in the provisioning process b) Advise management on selection, placement, evaluation and strategy c) Develop and implement sound human resource policy practice

Topics Recruitment; selection; placement; evaluation; methods and techniques of execution of functions. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: HRM727 Collective Bargaining and Conflict Management New Code: HRNM622 Collective Bargaining and Conflict Management Purpose Exposition of the current trends in industrial dispute resolution; the function of workplace forums; disciplinary and grievance procedure; retrenchment; institutionalising of conflict. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Advise management on HRM policy and practice b) Develop procedures to ensure sound functioning of the HRM function c) Advise management on HRM strategy

Topics Negotiating skills, Conflict management, Grievance and disciplinary procedure, Industrial democracy, Collective bargaining Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: HRNM611 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: HRM799 Research project New Code: HRNM671 Research project Purpose This course covers the theory and practical application of research methodology applicable to Human Resource Management Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Develop a research proposal b) Investigate empirically a research problem c) Analyse and report on the data gathered

Topics Problem and hypothesis formulation; research design; practical data gathering techniques; analysis and interpretation of data and report writing. Assessment: Submission of a research project Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 60 Duration: 32 Weeks

Course: HRM801 Human Resource Management Functions New Code: HRNM811 Human Resource Management Functions Purpose This course covers the theory and practical application of Human Resource Management processes and functions. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Advise management on HRM policy and practice b) Develop procedures to ensure sound functioning of the HRM function c) Advise management on HRM strategy

Topics Recruitment; selection; placement; evaluation; methods and techniques of execution of functions. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: HRM802 Career Management New Code: HRNM821 Career Management Purpose This course provides an understanding and analysis of career issues; individual career perspectives; individual and organisational strategies for career management. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Identify, and apply the different strategies used for career management b) Advise management on the formulation of career management programmes, and their implementation

Topics Early, mid, and late career issues; the life cycle compared to career stages; strategies for career management; different theories of career choice. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: HRM803 Human Resource Training and Development New Code: HRNM812 Human Resource Training and Development Purpose The course provide an in-depth coverage both a macro-perspective as well as a micro-perspective on Human Resource Training and Development in South Africa. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Investigate the influence of organisational system variables on satisfaction, absenteeism, turnover and productivity. b) Advise management on the impact of organisational dynamics on survival and growth. c) Recommend structures and systems for effective management d) Select appropriate intervention strategies to address organisational problems

Topics The role and functions of training boards, a strategic approach to training management, the different phases of training design and evaluation of the effectiveness of training and development. Models of training and development. Developing and maintaining training and development policy. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: HRM804 Labour Management New Code: HRnM822 Labour Management Purpose This course covers the theory and practical application of sound labour practice in organisations. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Advise management on all labour management matters b) Develop sound labour management policy and practice c) Recommend appropriate interventions d) Advise management on the resolution of disputes

Topics Industrial Relations practice; collective bargaining; negotiation; rules, processes and procedures; the role of the state, unions, employer organisations and legislation, with special reference to South African conditions. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: HRM895 Research Project New Code: HRNM873 Mini-dissertation Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Case study and submission of a mini-dissertation Assessment: Submission of a report Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 60 Duration: 32 Weeks


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Course: HRM899 Human Resource Management Full Dissertation New Code: HRNM871 Full Dissertation Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Submission of a full Dissertation Assessment: - Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 120 Duration: 32 Weeks

Course: HRM999 Human Resource Management Doctoral Thesis New Code: HRM971 Thesis Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Submission of a thesis Assessment: Submission of a report Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 240 Duration: 64 Weeks


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7.4 Department Of Information Systems

7.4.1 Information Systems (INY)

Course: INF113 Introduction to Information Systems New Code: INYM113 Introduction to Information Systems Purpose The introduction to Information Technology will educate the student to be aware of the importance, the versatility, and the pervasiveness of computers within commerce, business and management. They will learn what computers systems are and how they work and what they can do. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Discuss the issue of computers and the unethical invasion of privacy through Networks and Databases b) Describe the uses of some of the most popular programming languages c) Interact with a computer d) Identify the phases of the systems development life cycle e) Identify various components of a computer system f) Critical Cross Field Outcomes: Communication skills, self-management and technical skills

Topics Systems and Information Technology concepts (Hardware, Input/Output, Storage, Operating Systems), application versus system software; package software solutions, Knowledge work software; Design and re-engineering of information systems; procedural versus non-procedural programming languages; object orientated design; database features, functions, and architecture; networks and telecommunication systems and applications; characteristics of IS professionals and IS career paths. Assessment: Structured laboratory exercises, individual and team projects, assignments Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: INF114 Computer Literacy for Human Sciences

New Code: INYM114 Computer Literacy for Human Sciences Purpose The introduction to Computer Literacy will educate the student to be aware of the importance, the versatility, and the pervasiveness of computers within law and education. They will learn what computers systems are and how they work and what they can do.

Outcomes: The student will be able to: a) Identify various components of a computer system hardware and software; b) Demonstrate knowledge and skills that enable student to operate different computer applications c) Communicate effectively in a broad spectrum of environment by using the appropriate software and communication-related

tools; d) Make informed decisions when accessing, capturing and analyzing data, as well as manipulating, interpreting and

processing information. e) Demonstrate good work habits in the use and care of the computer and related equipment. f) Understand the information and communication technology legislation and the unethical and the unethical invasion of

privacy; g) Critical Cross Field Outcomes: Communication skills, self-management and technical skills Topics Systems and Computer Literacy concepts (Hardware, Input/Output, Storage, Operating Systems), application versus system software; package software solutions, knowledge work software, networks and telecommunication systems and applications.

Assessment: Tests, Structured laboratory exercises, individual and team projects, assignments

Pre-Requisites: None

Credits : 12 Duration : 16 Weeks


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Course: INF115 Computer Literacy For Natural Sciences

New Code: INYM115 Computer Literacy For Natural Sciences Purpose: The introduction to Computer Literacy will educate the student to be aware of the importance, the versatility, and the pervasiveness of computers within Science and Agriculture. They will learn what computers systems are and how they work and what they can do.

Outcomes: The student will be able to: a) Discuss the issue of computers and the unethical invasion of privacy networks and databases. b) Identify various components of a computer system; c) Describe uses of the most popular programming languages; d) Acquire knowledge and skills that enhance the competency to interact with different computer applications e) Communicate effectively in a broad spectrum of environment by using the appropriate software and communication-related

tools; f) Make informed decisions when accessing, capturing and analyzing data, as well as manipulating, interpreting and

processing information. g) Critical Cross Field Outcomes: Communication skills, self-management and technical skills Topics Systems and Computer Literacy concepts (Hardware, Input/Output, Storage, Operating Systems), application versus system software; package software solutions, Knowledge work software, procedural versus non-procedural programming languages, object orientated design, database features, functions and architecture; networks and telecommunication systems and applications.

Assessment: Tests,Structured laboratory exercises, individual and team projects, assignments

Pre-Requisites : None

Credits : 12 Duration : 16 Weeks

Course: INF121 Computer Applications and Packages New Code: INYM121 Computer Applications and Packages Purpose This course enables students to improve their skills and productivity as knowledge workers through effective and efficient use of packaged software (report writing, presentations, data analysis, memos internet). Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Explain importance of technology to future developments and to future knowledge worker productivity b) Explain and Identify methods for achieving productivity in knowledge work c) Apply the process of information analysis and application of information technology solutions d) Apply a GUI event-driven solution in a development environment e) Identify and explain criteria to decide between acquisition of software packages vs. custom development of software f) Critical Cross-Field Outcomes: Communication, self-management and technical skills, and working effectively as a

grounp. Topics End user systems versus organisational systems; analysis of knowledge work and its requirements; knowledge work productivity concepts; software functionality to support personal and group productivity; organisation and management of software and data; accessing organisation data, accessing external data; selecting a computer solution; developing a macro program by doing; designing and implementing a user interface; developing a solution using database software; refining and extending individual and group information management activities Assessment: Structured laboratory exercises, individual and team projects Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: INF122 Visual Programming New Code: INYM122 Visual Programming Purpose This course provides an understanding of algorithm development, programming, computer concepts and the design and application of data. It includes an understanding of the logical and physical structures of both programs and data. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) describe problem analysis and program design techniques b) describe different data representations used in computer programs c) describe the basic principles of computer programming d) understand programming logic using visual and event-driven programming e) design a graphical user interface f) develop desktop applications using visual programming g) Critical Outcomes: Self organization and management, Problem solving, Working effectively as a group

Topics Introduction to graphical, event-oriented programming. Visual programming development environment. Creating and using controls to build a Graphical User Interface. The visual programming languages. Data types, declarations, expressions and statements. Introduction to graphics. Event handling; File input-output; data access and selected advanced topics such as Object Linking and Embedding (OLE). Assessment: Structured laboratory exercises, individual and team projects, assignments, tests and formal examination. Pre-Requisites: INYM113 or INYM112 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: INF211 Information Systems Theory and Practice New Code: INYM211 Information Systems Theory and Practice Purpose To enable learners to make business decisions about information systems and have insight into how information systems affect business, government and the society and vice versa. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Describe and explain systems’ goals and quality concept. b) Describe the strategic roles of information systems in organization. c) Apply decision theory and decision process in decision-making. d) Distinguish between the cognitive process and other human oriented considerations in information systems. e) Differentiate organizational information systems. f) Analytical skills, personal skills, teamwork, and communication skills.

Topics Introduction to IS, Information systems and business, Psychological and behavioral aspects of information systems, decision-making and the value of information, the systems approach, organizational information, the information systems plan, Organization, management and control of IS, Quality in IS, e-commerce, business and I/S, telecommunications, future of IS. Assessment: Assignments, group discussions, and formal tests and examination Pre-Requisites: INYM121 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: INF212 Object Oriented Programming New Code: INYM212 Object Oriented Programming Purpose This course presents object orientated and procedural software engineering methodologies, in data definition, measurement and abstract data type construction for use in developing IS applications. Students will develop Object-Oriented applications. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Understand the software engineering concepts of encapsulation and data hiding b) Define, explain and present the process of stating and solving formal analytic problems c) Create and manipulate dynamic data structures such as linked lists, queues, stacks and binary tree d) Use indexed files and abstract data types to solve problems involving files e) Develop methods for traversal of data structures f) Critical Outcomes: self organization and management, problem solving and working effectively as a group

Topics Information Abstraction; OO systems design (Classes, Encapsulation); Algorithm Examples (Sorting, Searching, Analysis); Data Structures; File Structures: sequential, direct access, hashing and indexed; Assessment: Tests, group interaction in case studies, project Pre-Requisites: INYM122 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: INF214 Introduction to Databases New Code: INYM214 Introduction to Databases Purpose The development of conceptual and practical skills in database design, data modelling and relational models, and proficiency in SQL. The student acquires the foundation knowledge necessary to progress to evaluating database management systems. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) develop data models b) understand relational database model c) model using entity relationship diagrams d) design a database e) create a database

f) manipulate data in a database using Structured Query Language ( SQL) g) Problem solving,self-organization and technical skills

Topics Abstraction and Modelling; Functional Dependency Modelling: data elements and dependencies; Entity Relationship Modelling; entity types, relationship types and attribute types; The Relational; Data Model; Normalization; Structured Query Language. Assessment: Written test s and examination, assignments, practical work and oral presentations. Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: INF215 Electronic Business New Code: INYM215 Electronic Business Purpose To gain an understanding of electronic business. The course covers both theoretical E-Business issues as well as the practical skills required to develop a small E-Business website. Outcomes: The student will be able to: a) Discuss basic concepts of E-business.

b) Discuss and explain theoretical and practical issues of conducting business over the internet and the Web c) Evaluate user needs and implement a simple E-business site. d) Develop E-business applications e) Research, self-study, technical skills and work in groups

Topics The theory component covers the fundamentals of E-Business, overview of the underlying internet technologies, retailing in EC, E-business models, payment systems, marketing, legal issues, management and future trends in E-Business. The practical component includes web site planning and structuring, HTML, XML, advanced HTML editing, client-side and server-side scripting, database connectivity, marketing, web-site usability. The practical component will culminate in your group project in which you are required to build a website. Assessment: Laboratory Exercises, Individual and Team Projects, Assignments &

Presentations. PreRequisites: INYM121 & INYM122 Credits: 12 Duration : 16 weeks


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Course: INF221 Computer Organization and Architecture New Code: INYM221 Computer Organization and Architecture Purpose This course provides the hardware and software technology background to enable systems development personnel to understand tradeoffs in computer architecture for effective use in a business environment. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Discuss and explain levels of computer architecture b) Install and configure computer hardware c) Install, configure and operate a multi-user operating system d) Understand and apply the major components of an operating system and how they interact e) Identify major classes of peripheral devices and implement the principles of operation and software requirements and

functions provided for each type of device f) Problem solving, self-organization and technical skills

Topics Digital Concepts (Boolean Algebra, Logic gates), Computer Arithmetic (Number Systems), hardware overview, CPU architecture, memory, registers, addressing modes, busses, instruction sets, multi processors versus single processors, Peripheral devices, Hard disks, CDs, Video display monitors, Device controllers; Input/Output, operating system functions and types, Operating system modules, Processes, Process management, Memory & file system management, examples of hardware architecture, examples of operating systems, installation & configuration of multi-user operating systems, Introduction to Assembly Language. Assessment: Structured laboratory exercises, individual and team projects, assignments and/or formal examination Pre-Requisites: INYM122 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: INF222 Systems Analysis and Design New Code: INYM222 Systems Analysis and Design Purpose This course provides an understanding of the system development and modification process. It enables students to evaluate and choose a system development methodology. It emphasis the factors for effective communication and integration with users and user Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Explain SDLC phases b) Carry out SDLC phases including software and hardware acquisition, or other relevant examples c) Develop dataflow and/or an event driven models of the components of an information system. d) Develop data model using ERD techniques; normalize relations and Data structure diagram. e) Develop the corresponding database and implement the schema with a DBMS package

Topics Life cycle phases: requirements determination, logical design, physical design, test planning, implementation planning, and performance evaluation; communication, interpersonal skills, interviewing, presentation skills; group dynamics; risk and feasibility analysis; group based approaches: project management, joint application development (JAD), structured walk-through; object orientated design; software production and reviews; prototyping; database design; software quality metrics; application categories; software package evaluation and acquisition; professional code of ethics. Assessment: Individual and team projects, assignments, field reports, class presentations Pre-Requisites: INYM112 or INYM113 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: INF223 Business Information Systems New Code: INYM223 Business Information Systems Purpose This course aims to provide the student with the skills needed to work in a business environment by developing, a comprehensive business awareness, an understanding of how to work in a professional environment, the initiative and creativity to solve problems of a business nature, an understanding of how technical solutions have to blend in with human-centred systems Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Relate applications to specific needs of an organisation b) Differentiate organizational information systems applications. c) Enter information and produce reports using commercial applications and information technology. d) Identify characteristics of technology that can be exploited in new ways

Topics e-commerce; information management; organisational applications; internet; clint server computing; industry and government; IS Economics; Collection and management of information; Enterprise-resource planning systems. Assessment: Individual assignments, group discussions, tests, and examination. Pre-Requisites: INYM211 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: INF228 Computer Systems and Networks New Code: INYM228 Computer Systems and Networks Purpose The main aim of the module is to provide the student with an operational understanding of how communications systems work, and specifically how we can communicate information almost effortlessly, over any distance, with a high degree of reliability. The module provides a comprehensive overview of the principles and theories employed in computer networks. It aims to develop a foundation that can be used as the basis for further study or research in this field. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Explain the principal features of communications media in terms of the primary constraints - bandwidth, signal to noise ratio, accuracy, reliability

b) Explain the suitability and limitations of different parts of the electromagnetic frequency spectrum for various communications applications

c) Explain various aspects of computer networks, such as, topology, OSI model, access methods, signaling methods, routing strategy, concepts of circuit switching and packet switching, features of Internet, and features of network management

d) Identify different types of multiplexing, switching, and routing techniques applied in computer networks and the relationships that may exist between LAN, WAN and the Internet.

e) Explain the importance of Network Management and its role in computer networks Topics Introduction to communications systems, communications media, communications techniques, networking, local area networks, wide area networks, network management, network security, network applications, the internet. Assessment: Individual assignments, group discussions, tests, and examination Pre-Requisites: INYM113 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: INF312 Database Systems New Code: INYM312 Database Systems Purpose This course covers information systems design and implementation within a database management system environment. Students are introduced to transaction processing with the associated concurrency, integrity and recovery problems of a transaction based system. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Model data and information structures for an enterprise. b) Apply software development principles, methods and tools for the implementation of IS applications c) Differentiate model types, explain the different models for databases, e.g. relational, hierarchical, network and OO

database; and explain how they are implemented in database management systems d) Design networked solutions and install the DBMS on the Server along with appropriate OS and telecommunications

hardware and software e) Make modest design decisions in their selection and/or design of transformation processing

Topics Data models and modeling tools/techniques; structured and object design approaches; models for databases: relational, hierarchical, networked and object orientated designs; CASE tools; Building a Database; Query Processing; Database operations; data dictionaries, repositories, warehouses; implementation. Assessment: Structured laboratory exercises, individual and team projects, assignments, oral presentations and seminars Pre-Requisites: INYM222 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: INF315 Project Management for Information Systems New Code: INYM315 Project Management for Information Systems Purpose This course covers the factors necessary for successful management of system development or enhancement. Both technical and behavioural aspects of project management are discussed. The focus is on management of development for enterprise-level systems. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Describe what project management is and discuss key elements of the project management framework b) Define, explain and compare from a cost-benefit perspective various outsourcing arrangements c) Apply various scheduling techniques available for project management, such as PERT, CPM, and resource leveling to

project plans d) Construct and monitor project plans using Microsoft project e) Develop standards and policies which are involved in the development of information systems of organisational scope;

recognize Human resources as an integral part of IT projects and that they need to be carefully managed. Topics Introduction to PM, Project Integration Mgt, Scope Management, Project planning, Project resource management Assessment: Structured laboratory exercises, individual and team projects, assignments, field reports, oral presentations and seminars Pre-Requisites: INYM222 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course : INF323 Management of Information Technology New Code: INYM323 Management of Information Technology Purpose : Advances in technology are profoundly changing the way of doing business. Spate of failures in Information Technology project and systems led to a serious consideration of management issues in the industry. The course is aimed at equipping students with soft skills needed for effective IT management. A student, who successfully completes (by participating in all activities) INF 323, is well prepared to work in number of positions in the IT industry and/or, if the selection criteria are obtained, to move into postgraduate IS studies. Research and case study analysis form an integral part of this course, which will help students in understanding various issues in IT. Outcomes : The student will be able to: a) Apply simple methods of analyzing and solving IT-related problems requiring management attention. b) Understand configuration of business processes that are necessary to run the corporation and their relationships with legacy systems and other functional applications

c) Design a framework for evaluating strategies, design an application architecture to provide the information needed for decision making and knowledge management

d) Understand the concept of ERP and how it is implemented in business processes, describe the role of collaborative systems in developing more flexible, fast response organizations.

e) Make intelligent choices about computer architectures and platforms with appropriate emphasis on both organizational integration and flexibility

Topics Foundations of IT Management, managing business processes, superior practices and legal issues in IT, developing and managing customer expectations, legal issues in information technology Assessment: Structured laboratory exercises, individual and team assignments, field reports, oral presentations, Case studies, Exams PreRequisites None Credits : 12 Duration : 16 Weeks


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Course: INF324 Information Systems Project New Code: INYM324 Information Systems Project Purpose This course covers physical design, programming, testing and implementation of the system. Implementation of object-orientated, client-server designs using a programming environment. And the development of an integrated technical architecture to serve a rapidly changing environment Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Explain how formal software engineering techniques can contribute to the success of software and system development efforts; apply these techniques to the course project

b) Construct effective queries using both structured and unstructured query tools c) Design and implement information system application software using a programming environment, which utilizes

database programming d) Apply various life cycle concepts in engaging in and completing a project of a considerable size and scope, involving

teams e) Intelligently make choices about computer architectures and platforms with appropriate emphasis on both

organisational integration and flexibility Topics Selection of client-server programming language environment; software construction: structured, event driven and object orientated application design; testing; software quality assurance; system implementation; user training; system delivery; post implementation review; configuration management; maintenance; reverse engineering and re-engineering. Both full client and thin-browser active server based approaches are considered. Interoperability and standardisation; Software component architectures; Industry technology directions Assessment: Structured laboratory exercises, individual and team projects, assignments, field reports, oral presentations and seminars Pre-Requisites: INYM312 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: INF325 Artificial Intelligence New Code: INYM325 Artificial Intelligence Purpose This module aims to demonstrate a variety of techniques for capturing human knowledge and representing it in a computer in a way that enables the machine to reason over the data represented and mimic the human ability to deal with incomplete or uncertain data. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Explain the differences between symbolic and sub-symbolic AI technologies b) Describe the features and relative strengths and weaknesses of a range of different AI techniques c) Evaluate which of the techniques would be most appropriate in a given situation d) Describe features of problems making them appropriate for AI solutions e) Design and implement an intelligent solution for a given problem f) Evaluate the effectiveness of an AI solution

Topics Symbolic artificial intelligence: symbolic knowledge representation, fuzzy logic engines, genetic algorithms, sub-symbolic artificial intelligence: sub-symbolic knowledge representation, artificial neural networks perceptrons, feedfoward networks, self-organizing networks Assessment: Practical case study demonstrations, individual and team projects, assignments and presentations, tests and formal examination Pre-Requisites: INYM222 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: INF711 Advanced Databases Systems New Code: INYM611 Advanced Databases Systems Purpose This module will equip the student with theoretical knowledge and practical skills relating to modem database systems. The knowledge will be applicable across a wide variety of database environments. This covers: the issues involved in providing multiple users concurrent access to database systems; adequate backup support, recovery and security; and database administration Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Distinguish a data warehouse from an operational database system, and appreciate the needs for developing a data warehouse for large corporations

b) Explain the process of data mining and its techniques and understand the requirements for connecting database systems to the Web

c) Understand client/server database systems and describe the essential characteristics of distributed database systems d) Describe the essential characteristics of object databases e) Explain the role of the database administrator in supporting other types of staff within an organization

Topics Concurrency and Transactions; Distributed databases; Object Oriented databases; Data Warehouses; Data Mining; Backup and Recovery; Web database Development; Current trends; and Database Administration Assessment: Practical case study demonstrations, individual and team projects, assignments and presentations, tests and formal examination Pre-Requisites: INYM312 Credits: 20 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: INF712 Software Engineering New Code: INYM612 Software Engineering Purpose The course is devoted to the methods and tools that increase the quality and decrease the cost of developing software. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Select among alternatives, an appropriate methodology for building a system. b) Perform requirements analysis for a project implementation and produce a requirements analysis document c) Criticize a given set of documentation for a software product d) Select suitable verification and validation techniques to test software and record findings e) Modify code to conform to a new set of specifications

Topics Processes and metrics, requirements and specifications, design and implementation, validation and verification; software tools and environments; configuration management; end-user considerations; software project methodologies. Assessment: Assignments, mini-project examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 20 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: INF713 Programming Languages New Code: INYM613 Programming Languages Purpose To introduce different programming language concepts; To facilitate students in making more informed choices about appropriate constructs to use in a given situation and promote writing robust programs. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Analyse programming language design issues relating to data types, expressions and control structures b) Develop a program in a dynamically type language c) Design and run a table-driven parser for a simple context-free language d) Analyse parameter passing methods of a given programming language e) Analyse variable binding and scope rules

Topics History and Overview; Virtual machines; Syntax descriptions; Semantics ; Constructs for data types; Control and data abstraction; Declaration, modularity and Storage management; Functional programming, Object Oriented paradigms Assessment: Assignments, Exams Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 20 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: INF717 Intelligent Systems New Code: INYM617 Intelligent Systems Purpose To enable students to solve complex problems using Artificial Intelligence techniques. Students learn how to develop expert systems and intelligent agents. They are exposed to different software tools to design and build intelligent agent applications. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) To implement a system using an expert systems shell b) To use the fundamental algorithm of an AI approach c) To build and deploy software utilizing intelligent agents. d) Analyse and report on the advantages and disadvantages of a given intelligent agent e) Use alternative search strategies in solving AI problems

Topics Introduction to Intelligent Agents; Implementation of Agents; Expert Systems and intelligent Agents; Application Areas of Intelligent Agents. Assessment: Working Projects; Written Reports; Tests and Exam Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 20 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: INF721 Management of Information Technology New Code: INYM621 Management of Information Technology Purpose This course is directly concerned with the management issues surrounding information and telecommunications systems. It presents the ingredients of management knowledge necessary for success in the management of information technology. The course views information technology from the perspective of managers at several levels--from the CEO to the first line manager. It provides frameworks and management principles those current or aspiring managers Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Identify the role ICT and IS/IT department play in adding value to an organization b) Develop an IS Operational/Tactical/Strategic Plan for an organization c) Develop standards and policies for the IS department which are aligned to organizational goals d) Understand the issues involved in ICT planning, examine future ICT trends and their possible impact on organizations

competitive advantage e) Identify the role of the IS department and CIO in an organization

Topics Management in the Information Age, Information Technology’s Strategic Importance, Information Technology Planning, Developing the Organization's IT Strategy, Hardware and Software Trends, Managing Applications Portfolios, Managing Application Development, Managing E-Business Applications, Developing and Managing Customer Expectations, Measuring IT Investments and Retur ns, IT Controls, Asset protection and Security, People, Organizations, and Management Systems, The Chief Information Officer's Role Assessment: Written Reports, Case studies, Presentations, Exams Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 20 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: INF722 IT Security New Code: INYM622 IT Security Purpose The course addresses how to secure computer systems, networks and information from unauthorised or accidental access, modification, and denial of service. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Identify security and privacy considerations and how they may be solved b) Discuss methods of risk assessment and reduction c) Asses the security of a systems based on the methods and devices used d) Identity possible security risks in a given system e) Design and Implement a plan for security and control and system integrity

Topics Security, Privacy and Integrity; Risk assessment and management; information theory; information flow and covert channels; coding and cryptography; authentication methods; malicious software (e.g.. Viruses, worms); audit and control methods; legal factors; database and inference control; security kernels and verification methods. Assessment: Group Projects, Case Studies and Exams Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 20 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: INF724 Operating Systems New Code: INYM624 Operating Systems Purpose To introduce students to more advanced concepts in operating systems and the detailed study of the performance of a multi-user OS. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Develop mechanisms to synchronise access and prove lack of conflict b) Analyse I/O operations to manage jobs under various algorithms c) Retrieve performance data from an operating systems d) Evaluate performance data that occurs out of various possible organisations e) Evaluate the security of a given operating systems

Topics Tasking and processing; Process co-ordination and synchronisation; Virtual memory; Device management, Security and Protection Assessment: Case Studies, Exams, Reports Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 20 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: INF727 Human Computer Interaction New Code: INYM627 Human Computer Interaction Purpose This course provides an in depth analysis of Human computer interaction (HCI) Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Provide a critique of user interfaces b) Build a computer based instruction unit to teach users how to use an interface c) Analyse and redesign the organisation of laboratories d) Develop security capabilities for interfaces

Topics Design and Development of Systems; Interface Architecture; Usability test and Evaluation of HCI; Language Communication and Interaction; Adaptation of Human Systems; Application areas; Security and Ergonomics Assessment: Written Reports, Case studies, Presentations Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 20 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: INF728 Computer Communications and Networks New Code: INYM628 Computer Communications and Networks Purpose: This course provides the u understanding of fundamental concepts of data communication & networking and some important protocols, algorithms, and technologies Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Develop a level of technical knowledge and terminology for data, voice, image, and video communications and computer networks to effectively

b) Communicate with technical, operational and management people in telecommunications. c) Understand and apply data communications concepts to situations encountered in industry; d) Learn general concepts and techniques of data communications; e) Understand the technology of the Internet; and understand the regulatory environment.

Topics Telecommunication media; Modulation techniques and multiplexing; Network equipment, software, and services; Communication codes, data encoding, and synchronization; Channel capacity, error correction strategies, and data compression; Centralized, distributed, and client/server systems; Architectures, topologies, and protocols; Bridges, routers, gateways, and other interconnection devices; Network management; Privacy, security, and reliability considerations; LAN, MAN, and WAN and internetworking; Telecommunications standards; Policy and standards-making organizations; Internet, intranets, and extranets; Electronic commerce; Distributed systems; Middleware for wireless communications, multimedia, and conferencing Assessment: Working Projects or Written Reports or Exam Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 20 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: INF799 Research Project New Code: INYM671 Research Project Purpose: IS Research project has been divided into two parts and will run for a full year, that is two semesters? The first part, Research Methodology will be done in the first semester and is a prerequisite for the Research Paper, which will be done, in the second semester. Both courses are compulsory Research Methodology This compulsory course explains different approaches that can be used for research in Information Systems and gives practical advice with respect to carrying out limited research projects. It also assists students in selecting suitable research topics and writing research proposals in preparation for the research project, which they will do in the second semester. The Research methodology course considers the various research paradigms including the interpretive, positivist and critical realism approaches to research in the Information Systems. Briefly, qualitative and quantitative approaches of analyzing data are presented. The format of the research proposal is explained. The course culminates in a research proposal, which is executed as the research project in the second semester of the year. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Choose the right paradigm for research in Information systems b) Choose the right, either qualitative or quantitative approach to Information systems research c) Choose the correct methodology and research design for Information systems research d) Write a scientific paper (academic paper), which follows the same format as many journal articles found in the field of

Information Systems e) Chose a research project, write a research proposal and justify the need for research in the chosen area of study

Topics: Information Systems as a Science discipline, IS Research Paradigms, Research Approach and methodology, write a research proposal and the structure of the dissertation. Assessment: Submission of an Academic paper, proposal and mini dissertation Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 20 Duration: 16 Weeks


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7.5 Department of Management

7.5.1 Management (MAN)

Course: MAN111 Introduction to Management and Management Processes New Code: MANM111 Introduction to Management and Management Processes Purpose To expose students to the basic principles and processes of Management. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Describe the types of Business firms in South Africa b) Explain the concepts of needs and needs satisfaction. c) Explain the importance of management within organisations. d) Utilise basic planning, organise, leading, motivation and controlling in business organisation and public sector

departments as the pillars of the management process. e) Analyse the role of management is playing in converting inputs from the environment into goods and services.

Topics Needs and needs satisfaction; Introduction to management; types of business firms; the internal and external environments of a business organisation; introduction to the processes of planning, organising, leading and controlling; economic systems Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: MAN112 Introduction to Business Management New Code: MANM112 Introduction to Business Management Purpose To expose students to the basic principles and processes of Management. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Understand the economic structure in which the business functions b) Explain Business Management as a science c) Understand the historic development of Business Management d) Identify and explain the different business functions e) Discuss the management environment on international, macro-, market and micro-level f) Explain the strategic planning and strategy implementation process g) Do planning as one of the basic management tasks h) Identify the elements influencing the planning process and apply the principles of decision making i) Explain co-ordination and productivity j) Demonstrate knowledge about activiating employees through communication, leadership and motivation k) Explain how to control business activities

Topics Needs and needs satisfaction; Introduction to management; types of business firms; the internal and external environments of a business organisation; introduction to the processes of planning, organising, leading and controlling; economic systems Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 8 Duration: 8 Weeks


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Course: MAN121 The Functions of Management New Code: MANM121 The Functions of Management Purpose To introduce students to the functional areas of management Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Explain the relevance of marketing, finance, operations, human resources, and industrial & public relations in a business organisation environment

b) Explain the concepts of marketing, finance, operations, human resources, and industrial & public relations. c) Utilise the conceptual skills acquired in practical marketing, finance, operations, human resources work situations. d) Recognise and utilise the basics of the management functions.

Topics The functions of management Marketing, Finance, Purchasing, Operations, Human resources, and Industrial & Public Relations. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: MAN211 Marketing Management New Code: MANM211 Marketing Management Purpose This course provides an understanding and analysis of the marketing environment; target markets; marketing research; and basics of strategic marketing variables. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Explain the role of marketing in a business organisation. b) Demonstrate the importance of marketing research and an adequate marketing information system in the business

sector. c) Use the strategic marketing variables in a business situation d) Prepare a marketing plan e) Distinguish between national and international marketing activities and techniques.

Topics Marketing environment; selection and analysis of target markets; the importance of marketing research and marketing information systems; strategic marketing variables; product concepts; developing and managing products; pricing decisions and pricing policies; marketing distribution channels; wholesaling and retailing; distribution concepts; promotion concepts; the people concept in marketing management; and international marketing. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: MANM121 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: MAN218 Personal Financial Management New Code: MANM218 Personal Financial Management Purpose The course covers the implementation of a personal financial management system and/or environment. The student will be introduced to concepts like financial discipline and control, financial guidelines, estate planning, investment opportunities, long-term Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Explain the importance of his/her own sound personal financial management, discipline and control. b) Explain the importance of long-term insurance as a method of saving and developing a life security pre-caution plan. c) Analyse different investment opportunities both nationally and internationally, and decide which investment(s) will be

most feasible and viable of specific states of his/her life-span. d) Evaluate banking services regarding bank overdrafts and other types of banking loans. e) Select appropriate forecasting methods for financial, investment and estate planning.

Topics Personal financial management planning; future finances forecasting and planning; financial discipline; personal financial guidelines; estate planning; investment opportunities (national and international); personal long-term insurance portfolio analysis; loan facilities and personal banking. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: MAN219 Entrepreneurship and Business Opportunities New Code: MANM219 Entrepreneurship and Business Opportunities Purpose This course provides an understanding of the concept of entrepreneurship and business opportunities, and including the important small business management functions of planning, organising, leading and controlling. The marketing, operations, purchasing, s Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Distinguish between entrepreneurship, creativity and innovation. b) Conduct a feasibility study and draw up a business plan. c) Recognise business opportunities and conduct market research to determine the viability of a product. d) Compile a pro-forma income and expenditure statement, cash flow statement and balance sheet. e) Apply management principles in a small business context.

Topics Introduction to the concept of entrepreneurship and business opportunities; differentiating between creativeness and innovation; the management of a small business; general management issues and problems; the financial, marketing, purchasing, staffing, public relations, and administration functions in a small business. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: MAN221 Financial Management New Code: MANM221 Financial Management Purpose This course provides an understanding of the financial management function in the private and public sector organisations. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Explain the strategic role of financial management b) Understand and be able to apply the concept of "time value of money" in financial planning and analysis. c) Manipulate the techniques of capital budgeting, working capital management, and risk management. d) Demonstrate practical financial management skills in a financial management environment. e) Analyse financial statements and make conclusion based on financial ratios.

Topics Goals and objectives of financial management; Financial analysis and planning; Working capital management and risk/return decisions; Capital budgeting process and evaluation; Time value of money techniques; Market value maximisation; Profit management and liquidations. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: MANM121; ACCM111; ACCM121 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: MAN222 Creative Entrepreneurship New Code: MANM222 Creative Entrepreneurship Purpose This course provides practical knowledge and skills in creative entrepreneurship. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Demonstrate an understanding of the concept of the creative process b) Identify opportunities for creative entrepreneurship and convert them into feasible ideas c) Collect available information and use it in project planning d) Identify and evaluate environments for the establishing of projects e) Demonstrate an understanding of the entrepreneurial attitude and the ability to implement creative problem-solving

techniques f) Generate ideas within a group context g) Demonstrate the creative use of language pertaining to entrepreneurship and demonstrate his/her skills to prioritise h) Analyse case studies and recommend the applicable action steps

Topics The concept of the creative process; Creative entrepreneurship and conversion into feasible ideas; Collect available information and use it in project planning Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 16 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: MAN226 Project Management New Code: MAN226 Project Management Purpose This course covers Top Management's role in project management and concentrates on the following: communication, planning, feasibility and viability studies, resources allocation, and computer software for project management. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Explain project management and the basic techniques used in the various fields to ensure better delivery. b) Apply tools and techniques of project management to the design and execution of projects. c) Determine the feasibility and viability of projects d) Organise project resources and teams for the successful implementation of projects. e) Choose and use an appropriate computer software to monitor the implementation of projects.

Topics Project phases; Top management and project management; strategic planning implementation and project management; estimating and planning; feasibility and viability studies; resources allocation; evaluation and control of projects, project financing and progress monitoring methods; project management and computer software. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: MAN227 Entrepreneurship and Financial aspects in SMME's New Code: MANM227 Entrepreneurship and Financial aspects in SMME's Purpose This course provides practical knowledge and skills regarding basic accounting in SMME's. Analysis of financial statements, capital requirements, break-even analysis and budgeting techniques are demonstrated in a practical manner. Credit control management Outcomes: The student will be able to:

l) Describe the characteristics and basics of accounting and financial management in small businesses m) Analyse a set of financial statements n) Determine the capital requirements of a small business o) Execute a break-even analysis and make decisions based on the analysis p) Compile a budget and business plan

Topics Basic accounting and financial management in SMME's; analysis of financial statements; capital requirements of the small business enterprise; break-even analysis; budgeting; credit extension and debt collection in SMME's. Stock management, taxation and insurance issues. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: ACCM111; ACCM121 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: MAN311 Production and Operations Management New Code: MANM311 Production and Operations Management Purpose This course covers an introduction to the production and operations function in the private and public sectors of the economy. It also includes the important areas of operations planning and decision making. Other areas covered are process capacity building Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Understand explain the production and operations function in private and public sector organisations. b) Plan (on a relatively lower level of management) certain production and operations activities. c) Understand and apply the principles of process capacity building, inventory control, and total quality management. d) Appreciate the interrelationships between production and operations management and other functional areas of

management I.e. marketing, financial management etc. e) Evaluate sound decisions in production and operations management

Topics Introduction to the production and operations function; Operations planning & decision making; Planning and decision making criteria in production & operations management situations; The five major areas - process capacity building, inventory management, workforce and quality issues, importance of the interacting with strategic planning and business policy, strategic marketing management, and financial management. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: MANM121; MANM221 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: MAN319 Investment and Financial Risk Management New Code: MANM319 Investment and Financial Risk Management Purpose Various investment opportunities and related financial risks attached to various investments; Investment analysis and risk evaluation; Money market and money market securities; Capital market and securities; interest rates and capital growth potential Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Understand the investment management concept and recognise different national investment opportunities. b) Differentiate between money market and capital market operations. c) Compare and contrast different national investment opportunities. d) Analyse standards, policies and risks that are involved in investment practices. e) Justify foreign exchange control policies regarding international investment.

Topics Introduction to different investment opportunities (national and international); interest rates and capital growth potential; tax implications; Money and capital market operations; investing in State securities; investment risks analysis; Foreign exchange control regarding overseas investments. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: MANM221 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: MAN321 Strategic Management and Business Policy New Code: MANM321 Strategic Management and Business Policy Purpose Approaching the problems of an organisation from the CEO's point of view; Environmental analysis; Strategy formulation, Implementation and Control Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Evaluate the internal and external environments of an organisation. b) Apply SWOT analysis when carving a strategy for an organisation (private and public sector). c) Develop and execute a strategic audit in organisations (private and public sector). d) Distinguish between different strategies available to organisations e) Advise on the implementation and control of a selected strategy by an organisation.

Topics Analysis of the external and internal environments of an organisation (private and public sector); Performing a SWOT analysis; Strategy formulation; Growth, Stability and Retrenchment Business Strategies; Implementing a strategy; Controlling implemented strategies; practical strategic audits and case analysis. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: MANM311 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: MAN329 Purchasing Management New Code: MANM329 Purchasing Management Purpose This course covers the concept and importance of purchasing management in private and public sector organisations; The purchasing function and purchasing inventory control is included. The importance of computerisation in purchasing management will be ill Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Illustrate the role and importance of the purchasing function to the survival of a business. b) Draw up purchasing policies and procedures. c) Evaluate a purchasing cycle and procedures for urgent orders. d) Analyse information on suppliers, inventory, purchasing research and make accurate decision based on the

information. e) Motivate the computerisation of purchasing activities.

Topics Introduction to the concept of purchasing management; The purchasing functions; Purchasing and inventory control; Purchasing management and computerisation. Practical assignments. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: MANM221 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: MAN717 Operations Management New Code: MANM617 Operations Management Purpose To equip students with skills and knowledge that will enable them to cope with problems in managing the operations function. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Understand and recognise advanced operations problems. b) Understand and appreciate product design, process design, capacity planning and scheduling. c) plan the operations functioning bearing in mind its relations with other functions d) Manage a small workforce. e) Understand the operations function and its relation with other management functions.

Topics Operations functions of decision making; Product design and forecasting; Process design; Capacity planning and scheduling; Workforce management; Quality planning and control; Integration of operations functions. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 18 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: MAN718 Advanced Management Theories New Code: MANM618 Advanced Management Theories Purpose To give students a firm grounding in the theories that underlie modern management practices. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Recognise and integrate the various schools of thought on the evolution of management thought. b) Recognise and integrate the various schools of thought on the evolution of management thought. c) Evaluate the theories of leadership and leadership styles. d) Understand organizational culture and change management. e) Choose the appropriate stance of social responsibility for their organisation f) Appreciate the need for managerial ethics and organisational code of conduct.

Topics Evolution of management thought; Theories of leadership and leadership styles; Theories of motivation; Organisational culture and change; Social responsibility and managerial ethics. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 18 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: MAN719 Marketing Research New Code: MANM619 Marketing Research Purpose To expose students to the relevance of marketing research and the applicability of research techniques to marketing. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Argue the importance of Marketing Research. b) Design and implement a Marketing Research project. c) Manage and control interviewing of groups and leading of panel discussions. d) Present the results of a survey in report format e) Identify with accepted Marketing Research ethics in the marketing profession.

Topics Research and marketing decisions; Research design; Implementation and control of a marketing research project; Basics of sampling and measurement; Data collection; Survey research; Questionnaire design; Interviewing; Observation methods; Panel discussions; Multivariate techniques in marketing research; Presentation of research results; Research applications and ethics. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 18 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: MAN724 Advanced Materials Management New Code: MANM624 Advanced Materials Management Purpose To introduce students to the importance and role of the materials management function to modern organisations Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Assess the role of Materials Management in an organisation b) Develop procedures and policies for the function c) Appreciate the value of such techniques as quality control, negotiations, supplier management and purchasing research

in performing the function. d) Design and implement an inventory management and control. e) Combine materials management systems with electronic data processing.

Topics The concept of materials management; Objectives and organisation of materials management; Planning and evaluation of materials management; Inventory holding and control; Materials management and electronic data processing. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 18 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: MAN726 Problems of Financial Management New Code: MANM626 Problems of Financial Management Purpose To provide deeper insights into financial management policies and controls. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Understand the finance function, its role and its relationship with other functions. b) Develop financial policies and implement control and discipline. c) Determine the capital requirements of an organisation. d) Negotiate for capital funding for organisations. e) Report to Top Management on financial matters - policy implementation, and adherence to control measures.

Topics Fundamental objective of financial management; Role of the financial manager; Concepts in financial management; Financial planning and control; Financial discipline in organisations; Financial policy and integrated topics in financial management; Capital requirements of different type of organisations. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 18 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: MAN727 Strategic Management and Business Policy New Code: MANM627 Strategic Management and Business Policy Purpose To enable students to see organisations from the view point of chief executives and equip them with skills to facilitate long-term planning. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Appreciate the importance of strategic planning and management in organisations. b) Appreciate the importance of strategic planning and management in organisations. c) Apply the Strategic Audit technique of organisational analysis. d) Design and implement different strategies in an organisation. e) Recognise company profiles and conduct a competitor analysis for Top Management. f) Produce in a report format, the results of a case analysis.

Topics The strategic management process; Strategy formulation; Environmental analysis and forecasting; Industry and competitor analysis; Company profiles; Long-term goals and objectives; Strategy implementation and control, Case study analysis. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 18 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: MAN799 Practical Research Project New Code: MANM671 Practical Research Project Purpose To expose students to practical marketing research and offer them hands-on experience in research methodology. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Recognise and understand the importance of practical research projects. b) Design and implement a research project c) Understand the objectives and uses of practical research outcomes. d) Choose appropriate methodology for the project. e) Produce an acceptable research report.

Topics The research project must be approximately 40 - 60 pages; It must be an empirical study; The student must demonstrate an ability to conduct and report on independent and original research; All preliminary chapters must be typed; The final report must be typed (1,5 spacing) and bound. (3 copies must be handed in for examination. Assessment: Continuous Assessment and Formal Examination Pre-Requisites: Topic to be approved by Head of the Department of Management Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: MAN899 Management Dissertation New Code: MANM871 Management Dissertation Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

Produce an acceptable research report. Topics Submission of a Dissertation Assessment: Submission of a report Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 120 Duration: 32 Weeks

Course: MAN999 Management Doctoral Thesis New Code: MANM971 Management Doctoral Thesis Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

Produce an acceptable research report. Topics Submission of a thesis Assessment: Submission of a report Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 240 Duration: 64 Weeks


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7.6 Department Of Public Administration

7.6.1 Public Administration (PAY)

Course: PAD118 Introduction to Public Administration New Code: PAYM118 Introduction to Public Administration Purpose To introduce students to the theoretical foundations of Public Administration and the practical aspects of the discipline Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Describe Public Admin as a science and as art b) Explain the development of public admin as an academic discipline c) Describe the administrative process model of Public Admin d) Analyze the relationship between Public Admin and other academic disciplines e) Analyse the transformation of Public Administration in South Africa

Topics Definition of Public Administration; Science/art dichotomy in Public Admin; Development of Public Admin as an Academic Discipline; Application of Public Admin as national, provincial and local government; Intergovernmental relations and co-operative governance Assessment: Tests, Short Quizzes; tutorial exercises; Assignments and Exam; Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: PAD117 Principles And The Practice Of Public Administration New Code: PAYM117 Principles And The Practice Of Public Administration Purpose To give students a broad base knowledge of the field of Public Administration, and the context within which it operates Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Explain the meaning of public administration b) Explain how normative foundations affect the practice of public administration c) Explain the effect of external and internal environment factors on the practice of public administration d) Demonstrate understanding of the theories of governance and the effect of the Constitution on the practice of public

administration e) Identify structures and functions of government

Topics The meaning of Public Administration; Governance, public administration and Constitution; factors of influence in the practice of public administration and Normative foundations of public administration Assessment: Tests, Assignments and Exam Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: PAD126 Public Management New Code: PAYM126 Public Management Purpose To introduce students to : principles of Public Management, Analysis of the difference between public administration and public management, environment of public management and public management functions and skills Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Define Public Management b) Explain public management functions c) Explain public management skills d) Demonstrate understanding of the environment within which public management takes place e) Analyse the relationship between the traditional Public Administration and Public Management

Topics Public Management environment, Public Management functions, Public Management Skills Relationship between traditional Public Administration and Public Management Assessment: Tests, Assignments and Exam Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: PAD128 Organization of Government and Administration New Code: PAYM128 Organization of Government and Administration Purpose To provide students with an understanding of the concepts and approaches to development management, that include theories of development, sustainable development, development policies (RDP), strategies for development, administrative reform and the evolution of development management thought Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Describe the constitution as the ultimate law organizing the government institutions and also co-operative governance b) Explain the social welfare and economic welfare goals of government c) Analyze the various service delivery systems and mechanisms and the types of government functions and the nature of

public services d) Explain the legislative, executive and judicial authority of government and parastatals as semi-government institutions e) Describe regional and local government and African tribal systems as another form of government

Topics Define Development management; Describe theories of development; Explain the evolution of development thought; Demonstrate understanding of strategies of development management and analyse sustainable development policies, e.g. RDP Assessment: Tests, Assignments and Exam Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: PAD215 Public Financial Resource Management New Code: PAYM215 Public Financial Resource Management Purpose To provide students with the knowledge and skills of managing public financial resources. To explain principles of financial resource management, financial policy-making, planning, leadership and control. To explain the financial management skills such as decision making, budgeting, managerial accounting and auditing and the legal framework for financial management Outcomes: The student will be able to: a) Define Public Financial Resource Management b) Apply knowledge, tools, concepts and theories of Public Financial Resource Management c) Demonstrate ability to compile a budget d) Apply the principles of Public Financial Resource Management e) Analyse the legal framework for Public Financial Resource Management, e.g. Public Finance Management Act Topics Principles of Financial Resource Management, Managing Financial Resources, Financial Management Skills, Decision-making, Budgeting, Managerial Accounting and Auditing. Legal framework of financial resource management. Financial policy making, planning, leadership and control Assessment: Tests, Assignments and Exam Pre-Requisites: PAYM116 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: PAD216 Development Management New Code: PAYM216 Development Management Purpose To provide students with the knowledge and skills of managing development projects Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a. Explain and apply development theories b. Analyse urban and rural development management in South Africa c. Apply management techniques to development projects d. Explain the role of international agencies and institutions in development management e. Prepare funding proposals for development projects

Topicsl Assessment: Case studies, written assignments, tests and final examination Pre-Requisites: PAYM118 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: PAD226 Human Resource Management New Code: PAYM226 Human Resource Management Purpose To inculcate knowledge and skills of managing human resources within transforming public and private organisations Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Explain components of Public Human Resource Management b) Demonstrate interviewing skills for selection of candidates for positions in organisations c) Prepare a human resource plan for an organisation of one's choice d) Write up a training program for identified needs e) Evaluate the effectiveness of HR legislation in RSA like Affirmative Action and Skills Development Act

Topics Components of Human Resource Management; place of Human Resource Management in Public Administration; Critical legislation impacting on the performance of human resource function Assessment: - Pre-Requisites: PAYM116 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: PAD227 Developmental Local Government and Administration New Code: PAYM227 Developmental Local Government and Administration Purpose To introduce students to the concepts of local government and administration Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a. Define and explain the concept of local government and the different systems of local government b. Analyze legislation and policy framework of local government c. Explain municipal electoral process, municipal services and alternative municipal service delivery

mechanisms d. Describe the local economic development and integrated development planning e. Analyze the difference between the South African system of local government and administration with those

of other countries Topics Assessment: Role plays, written assignments, case studies, tests and quizzes, final examination Pre-Requisites: PAYM118 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: PAD315 Organisational And Administrative Theories New Code: PAYM315 Organisational And Administrative Theories Purpose To inculcate understanding of organisation theory and design issues, to build students' capacity to critically analyse organisational structures Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Describe the different perspectives to organisation theory b) Draw up organigrams in line with principles of organisation design c) Criticise bureaucratic theory of organising d) Evaluate public service transformation in the Republic of South Africa e) Differentiate between structural and functional approaches to organising

Topics Theories of organising; Perspectives to Organisation theory; Organisation design and development; Evaluation of public service transformation Assessment: Tests, Assignments and Exam Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 8 Weeks

Course: PAD316 Research Methods In Public Administration New Code: PAYM316 Research Methods In Public Administration Purpose To introduce students to the basic procedures and techniques used in research studies, to explore how these procedures and techniques can be used, to provide administrators with answers to the numerous questions or problems they may be faced with by systematically studying the facts with parameters of a scientific method Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Explain how the research process begins and ends b) Conduct research at an elementary level c) Evaluate the significance of research within the field of Public Administration d) Produce a research report e) Compare and contrast quantitative and qualitative research methodologies

Topics Basic concepts of research; Steps in am Empirical Research Study; Research in Public Administration Assessment: Tests, Assignments and Exam/Project Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 8 Weeks

Course: PAD324 Governmental Policy Analysis New Code: PAYM324 Governmental Policy Analysis Purpose To provide students with a basic understanding of the principles and techniques used in the systematic judgement and evaluation of public policies Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Define public policy analysis b) Demonstrate understanding of the various principles and techniques used in public policy analysis c) Identify the various and conflicting values that affect a policy or policies of government d) Evaluate measures against which policy actions can be designed and judged e) Evaluate the formulation and implementation of public policies

Topics Problem structuring; Forecasting; Recommendation; Monitoring; Evaluation Assessment: Tests, Assignments and Exam Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 8 Weeks


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Course: PAD326 Comparative And International Administration New Code: PAYM326 Comparative And International Administration Purpose To inculcate understanding of the global environment within which public administration takes place by comparing the different systems of administration Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Explain the significance of the study of Comparative Administration b) Demonstrate understanding of mutual vulnerability among different countries c) Evaluate the role of international organisations like the United Nations in world affairs d) Compare and contrast administrative systems of two countries of your choice e) Analyse the administration of the Organisation of African Unity

Topics Importance of comparative and international administration; Problems encountered in comparative studies; Case studies of different systems of administration; Evaluation of the administration of international organisations; Evaluation of public service transformation in South Africa Assessment: Tests, Assignments and Exam Pre-Requisites: PAYM116 Credits: 12 Duration: 8 Weeks

Course: PAD711 Advanced Theories and Practice of Public Administration (Compulsory) New Code: PAYM611 Advanced Theories and Practice of Public Administration (Compulsory Purpose To cover the different theories and approaches in Public Administration Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Analyse the state of Public Administration in South Africa b) Analyse the different theories in the study of Public Administration

Topics Development of Public Administration as a field of study: theoretical approaches and debated in public administration, state of Public Administration in South Africa. Assessment: Tests, assignments and final examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: PAD712 Public Organisation Science (Elective) New Code: PAYM612 Public Organisation Science (Elective) Purpose To enable students to critically analyse the structuring of organisations Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Describe strategic management and operating tasks for organisation and their integration b) Identify different options for organisation design c) Analyse the relationship between the organisation and its environment d) Diagnose organisational problems and recommend solutions to those problems e) Explain the different perspectives on organisation theory

Topics Perspectives on organisation theory, the problem of organisation; the structural and procedural elements of organisation; environmental characteristics; design of organisational structures, organisational ecology, change and organisation renewal, the importance of organisations for developing countries, critical operating tasks, strategic management tasks and integration of operating and strategic tasks. Assessment: Tests, assignments and final examinations Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: PAD713 Advanced Public Management (Elective) New Code: PAYM613 Advanced Public Management (Elective Purpose To cover the overall environment and theories in the field of Public Management Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Understand the functions involved in Public Management b) Understand theoretical perspectives of Public Management c) Critically analyse the theories and function of Public management

Topics Theoretical perspectives on public management, public management and Public Administration, public management environment, functions, skills and aids. Assessment: Tests, assignments and final examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: PAD714 Research Methodology (Compulsory) New Code: PADYM614 Research Methodology (Compulsory Purpose To introduce students to the Research Process Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Develop a research proposal b) Collect and analyze data c) Compile a research report

Topics Meaning of research, types of research, steps in the research process Assessment: Submission of a research proposal Pre-Requisites: B Admin Degree Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: PAD716 Advanced Public Human Resource Management New Code: PAYM616 Advanced Public Human Resource Management Purpose To enable students to critically analyse the different issues impacting on public human resource management in South Africa Outcomes: The student will be able to:

d) Explain the scope of human resource management e) Explain the legal framework within which the human resource function is performed f) Differentiate between the traditional performance appraisal system and the Performance Management System g) Identify critical issues impacting on the management of human resources like career pathing, Affirmative action,

Employment Equity, Sexual Harassment and human resource diversity Topics Legal environment of personnel and human resource management in the public service planning of jobs and Planning of jobs and people, staffing, appraisal, compensation. Critical issues on affirmative action, gender, equity and diversity Assessment: Tests, assignments and final examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: PAD718 Advanced Public Financial Administration (Compulsory) New Code: PAYM618 Advanced Public Financial Administration (Compulsory Purpose To provide students with analytical skills in dealing with Public Financial Administration Outcomes: The student will be able to:

apply the methods of financial analysis Topics Principles of financial analysis; financial information; framework and methods of financial analysis; Revenue analysis, debt analysis; pensions analysis and internal revenue analysis Assessment: Tests, assignments and final examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 18 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: PAD727 Public Enterprises and Economic Development New Code: PAYM627 Public Enterprises and Economic Development Purpose To cover theories, role and types of public enterprises. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Understand theories and types of public enterprises b) Compare public enterprises across countries

Topics Theory of public enterprise; various types of state enterprises and their corresponding function in economic development; comparative studies in public enterprises in Africa and elsewhere. Assessment: Tests, assignments and final examinations Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: PAD728 Advanced Local Government Administration New Code: PAYM628 Advanced Local Government Administration Purpose To cover functions and problems of local government administration Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Understand how policies and decisions are made at local government level b) Understand the need for citizen participation in local public affairs c) Identify problems and their possible solutions in local government administration

Topics Local government and administration as a field of study: policy-making and decision-making in local government; public participation and representation in local government; synopsis and study of selected problems of present-day local authorities such finance, intergovernmental relations, housing and urbanisation. Assessment: Assignments and final examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: PAD729 Research Methods in Public Administration New Code: PAYM629 Research Methods in Public Administration Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Collect and analyse data b) Compile a research report c) Develop a research proposal

Topics A brief introduction to Social Science research; research in Public Administration; guidelines for conducting research in Public Administration; evidence and causal analysis; selection and conceptual formulation of the problem; population and sampling; research design; methods of data collection and data analysis and interpretation (PAD799 will culminate in the submission of a research project) or a case study. Assessment: Submission of a report Pre-Requisites: PAD III modules Credits: 30 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: PAD805 Advanced Organisational Analysis New Code: PAYM824 Advanced Organisational Analysis Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics The theory of organisational analysis and the measurement of efficiency; Organisational goals; Structure and decision-making; Methods to improve organisational performance; MOB; Organisational development. Assessment: - Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 20 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: PAD895 Mini-dissertation New Code: PAYM873 Mini-dissertation Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

Conduct and report on an independent research. Topics Research Assessment: - Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 20 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: PAD899 Dissertation New Code: PAYM871 Full-Dissertation Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

Conduct and report on an independent research. Topics Presentation of a Dissertation Assessment: Submission of a report Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 120 Duration: 32 Weeks

Course: PAD999 Doctoral Thesis in Public Admin New Code: PAYM971 Thesis Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

Conduct and report on an independent research. Topics Presentation of a Thesis Assessment: Submission of a report Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 240 Duration: 64 Weeks


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7.7 Department Of Statistics

7.7.1 Operations Research (STO)

Course: STO228 Introduction to Operations Research New Code: STOM228 Introduction to Operations Research Purpose The purpose of this course is to acquaint students with the decision making process including solving linear programming problems by the simplex method. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Present linear programming models b) Construct linear programming models using computer applications c) Apply simplex methods to solve linear programming models d) Determine the dual situation of the linear programming problems e) Identify the decision variables of linear programming model

Topics Quantitative analysis and the decision making process, linear programming; formulation, graphical and simplex methods of solution, duality, postoptimality analysis, applications. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: STFM218 and STFM219 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STO229 Linear Optimisation models and network Analysis New Code: STOM229 Linear Optimisation models and network Analysis Purpose The purpose of this course is to familiarize the students with the elementary operations research techniques. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Define the decision variables of the network models b) Construct the networks c) Calculate the minimum costs of the network models d) Use the computer software packages to solve the network models e) Develop the models used in transportation analysis

Topics Transportation problem, transhipment and assignment models network models, shortest route problem, max-flow problem, CPM/PERT, computer applications. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: STFM218 and STFM219 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STO318 Further Mathematical Programming New Code: STOM318 Further Mathematical Programming Purpose The aim of this course is to acquaint the students with the derivations and applications of some operations research formulae. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Define the decision variables used in game theory and dynamic programming b) Determine the optimal allocations of resources c) Derive the formulae used in allocating resources d) Estimate the parameters of the resource allocation problems e) Identify data to be used in game theory and dynamic programming

Topics Introduction to dynamic optimisation models, recursive models and their solution, theory of games with mixed strategies, graphical and linear programming methods of solution. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: STOM228 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: STO319 Inventory Control, Production Planning and Scheduling New Code: STOM319 Inventory Control, Production Planning and Scheduling Purpose The purpose of this course is to teach students how to derive, solve and apply some operations research formulae. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Define the decision variables of the inventory control and scheduling theory b) Calculate the optimal order quantities c) Derive formulae of inventory control and scheduling d) Recommend sequence of jobs to be processed by the machines e) Identify data to be used in inventory control and scheduling

Topics Inventory control models; economic order quantity, quantity discounts, economic production lot size model, multiple item inventory models, static production planning models, machine task sequencing, job shop and flow shop scheduling, computer applications. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: STOM228 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STO328 Probabilistic Models New Code: STOM328 Probabilistic Models Purpose The purpose of this course is to acquaint students with operations research techniques in decision theory and reliability theory. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Determine the reliability of a component or a system in a manufacturing process b) List the alternative strategies in decision-making situations c) Recommend the best strategy to be used in decision-making situations d) Derive formulae used in reliability and decision theories e) Identify data to be used in reliability and decision theories

Topics Reliability theory; structure function of a system, system reliability, bounds, decision analysis; decision making under certainty and uncertainty, decision theory with decision making under certainty, uncertainty and risk. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: STOM318 and STOM319 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STO329 Stochastic Processes New Code: STOM329 Stochastic Processes Purpose The purpose of this course is to acquaint students with operations research techniques in decision theory, reliability theory, queuing theory and Markov chains. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Select the best order of processing orders b) Define the decision variables in queuing theory c) Derive the formulae used in queuing theory d) Calculate the average service and arrival rates e) Identify data to be used in queuing and Markovian processes.

Topics The Poisson process and generalisations, theory of queues; infinite population models, Markovian decision processes; methodology of Markov analysis and its applications, insights to stochastic phenomena of other quantitative models, case studies. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: STOM318 and STOM319 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: STO705 Mathematical Programming New Code: STOM611 Mathematical Programming Purpose The students will study the theory of optimisation-I including some types of mathematical programming. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Apply linear, parametric and integer programming to solve real-life problems. b) Define the decision variables used in mathematical programming. c) Derive the formulae used in mathematical programming d) Identify data to be used in mathematical programming. e) Recommend the optimal allocation of resources

Topics Mathematical programming; linear programming; revised simplex method, sensitivity analysis, dual simplex method; parametric programming; integer programming. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: STFM319, STFM329, STOM328 and STOM329 Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STO715 Network Analysis New Code: STOM612 Network Analysis Purpose The purpose of this course is acquaint the students with the theory of network analysis and how it can be applied to real-life situations. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

Apply the theory of network analysis in terms of resource allocation to real-life situations. Topics Transportation and assignment problems, CPM and models of time cost trade offs in deterministic activity networks, resource allocation, variable costs and duration, analytical methods, extensions of the PERT model, the shortest route problem; general and cyclic networks, minimum spanning tree, the maximal flow problem, max-flow min-cut theorem. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STO725 Reliability Theory New Code: STOM613 Reliability Theory Purpose This course emphasizes the application of statistical methods to reliability estimation and directly related activities. It provides a summary of methods and procedures of reliability statistics and makes available to students a single ready reference to Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Estimate the parameters of the reliability function. b) Define the decision variables used in reliability theory. c) Calculate the survival rates of components and systems d) Derive formulae of reliability functions e) Identify data to be used in reliability theory.

Topics Definition and properties of reliability function, structure function, order statistics, parametric families of life distributions - Exponential, Gamma, Weibull, Rayleigh, Normal and related failure time models; estimation with complete and censored samples, series and parallel system reliability, reliability bounds. Bayesian approach to reliability analysis, credible internal, predictive distribution, Bayesian appxn/coherent system. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: STO735 Forecasting Methods New Code: STOM614 Forecasting Methods Purpose The students are acquainted to a wide range of sophisticated methods of forecasting either using multiple regression analysis or time series analysis as part of a decision making process in the managerial planning and control context. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) forecast into the future either using time series analysis or multiple regression analysis b) To select the right forecasting method for a given type of data and duration (i.e. short -term or long-term).

Topics The role of forecasting in decision making, smoothing techniques, decomposition methods, time series forecasting, multiple regression and correlation, introduction to Box-Jenkins method and econometric models, qualitative approaches to forecasting, comparison and selection of forecasting methods. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: STFM319 and STFM328 Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STO745 Theory of Games New Code: STOM621 Theory of Games Purpose The students will study the game theory and its application to real-life situations. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

Apply the theoretical game strategies to real-life situations Topics Single strategy games, games with mixed strategies, graphical method of solution, LP interpretation of games, solution by the simplex method. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: STOM318 Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STO755 Production Planning and Scheduling New Code: STOM622 Production Planning and Scheduling Purpose The purpose of this course is to acquaint the students to the methods that can be used to facilitate optimal production planning and scheduling decisions in terms of product mix and allocation of scarce resources. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

Make optimal business decisions by allocating resources optimally using mathematical modelling Topics Product mix decisions, single facility lot size problems, multiperiod planning under static probabilistic demand, models with linear costs, multiproduct models, stochastic models, job shop scheduling, assembly line balancing. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: STOM319 Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STO765 Optimization-1 New Code: STOM623 Optimization-1 Purpose This course is intended to equip the students with statistical modelling techniques that will facilitate optimal business planning by studying network models, dynamic programming, non-linear modelling and implementation models. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

Apply the theory of optimisation to real-life situations Topics Network models; dynamic programming; non-linear models; implementation of models. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: STOM319 Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: STO775 Inventory Control New Code: STOM624 Inventory Control Purpose The purpose of this course is to teach the students inventory control using all the information available through mathematical modelling. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Apply the deterministic models with static demand, periodic and continuous review models and stochastic dynamic review models to real-life situations

b) Define the decision variables to be used in inventory control. c) Derive the formulae to be used in inventory control. d) Estimate the parameters of the inventory models. e) Identify data to be used in inventory models.

Topics Deterministic models with static demand, multiple items and constraints, quantity discounts, stochastic single periods, periodic and continuous review models, lot size problems with dynamic demand, introduction to stochastic dynamic review models. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: STOM319 Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STO795 Research Project New Code: STOM671 Research Project Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Presentation of a research Project Assessment: Submission of a report Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 30 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STO805 Stochastic Models New Code: STOM811 Optimization-1 Purpose The students will study the theory of I-I including some types of mathematical programming. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Mathematical programming; linear programming; revised simplex method, sensitivity analysis, dual simplex method; parametric programming; integer programming. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STO815 Network Analysis New Code: STOM812 Network Analysis Purpose The purpose of this course is acquaint the students with the theory of network analysis and how it can be applied to real-life situations. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

Apply the theory of network analysis in terms of resource allocation to real-life situations. Topics Transportation and assignment problems, CPM and models of time cost trade offs in deterministic activity networks, resource allocation, variable costs and duration, analytical methods, extensions of the PERT model, the shortest route problem; general and cyclic networks, minimum spanning tree, the maximal flow problem, max-flow min-cut theorem. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: STO825 Reliability Theory New Code: STOM813 Reliability Theory Purpose This course emphasizes the application of statistical methods to reliability estimation and directly related activities. It provides a summary of methods and procedures of reliability statistics and makes available to students a single ready reference to Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) do reliability estimation, reliability prediction, and b) know system reliability

Topics Definition and properties of reliability function, structure function, order statistics, parametric families of life distributions - Exponential, Gamma, Weibull, Rayleigh, Normal and related failure time models; estimation with complete and censored samples, series and parallel system reliability, reliability bounds. Bayesian approach to reliability analysis, credible internal, predictive distribution, Bayesian appxn/coherent system. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STO835 Forecasting Methods New Code: STOM814 Forecasting Methods Purpose The students are acquainted to a wide range of sophisticated methods of forecasting either using multiple regression analysis or time series analysis as part of a decision making process in the managerial planning and control context. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) forecast into the future either using time series analysis or multiple regression analysis b) To select the right forecasting method for a given type of data and duration (i.e. short -term or long-term).

Topics The role of forecasting in decision making, smoothing techniques, decomposition methods, time series forecasting, multiple regression and correlation, introduction to Box-Jenkins method and econometric models, qualitative approaches to forecasting, comparison and selection of forecasting methods. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STO845 Theory of Games New Code: STOM821 Theory of Games Purpose The students will study the game theory and its application to real-life situations. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

Apply the theoretical game strategies to real-life situations Topics Single strategy games, games with mixed strategies, graphical method of solution, LP interpretation of games, solution by the simplex method. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STO855 Production Planning and Scheduling New Code: STOM822 Production Planning and Scheduling Purpose The purpose of this course is to acquaint the students to the methods that can be used to facilitate optimal production planning and scheduling decisions in terms of product mix and allocation of scarce resources. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

Make optimal business decisions by allocating resources optimally using mathematical modelling Topics Product mix decisions, single facility lot size problems, multiperiod planning under static probabilistic demand, models with linear costs, multiproduct models, stochastic models, job shop scheduling, assembly line balancing. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: STO865 Opmitization-1 New Code: STOM823 Opmitization-1 Purpose This course is intended to equip the students with statistical modelling techniques that will facilitate optimal business planning by studying network models, dynamic programming, non-linear modelling and implementation models. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

Apply the theory of optimisation to real-life situations Topics Network models; dynamic programming; non-linear models; implementation of models. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STO875 Inventory Control New Code: STOM824 Inventory Control Purpose The purpose of this course is to teach the students inventory control using all the information available through mathematical modelling. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

Apply the deterministic models with static demand, periodic and continuous review models and stochastic dynamic review models to real-life situations

Topics Deterministic models with static demand, multiple items and constraints, quantity discounts, stochastic single periods, periodic and continuous review models, lot size problems with dynamic demand, introduction to stochastic dynamic review models. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STO895 Mini-dissertation New Code: STOM8873 Mini-dissertation Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Conduct and report on an independent research. Topics Presentation of a research project Assessment: Submission of a report Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 30 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STO899 Dissertation New Code: STOM871 Full-Dissertation Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Conduct and report on an independent research. Topics Presentation of a Full Dissertation Assessment: Submission of a report Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 120 Duration: 32 Weeks

Course: STO999 Thesis New Code: STOM971 Thesis Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Conduct and report on an independent research. Topics Presentation of a thesis Assessment: Submission of a research project Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 240 Duration: 64 Weeks


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7.7.2 Statistics (STF)

Course: STA111 Introductory Statistics New Code: STFM111 Introductory Statistics Purpose Students will be introduced to the field of statistics and be familiarised to the basic concepts of statistics and its applications. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Recognize the importance of statistics in both the private and public sectors b) Summarize the data into a few summary measures (e.g. mean and standard deviation). c) Do simple statistical analysis. Organize, tabulate and graphically present sets of data d) Perform regression analysis and correlation coefficient between variables e) Calculate interest and annuities

Topics Introductory Statistics, correlation and linear regression, introductory probability, interest and annuities. An introduction to time series. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STA112 Basic Statistics New Code: STFM112 Basic Statistics Purpose The students will be introduced to the field of statistics and be familiarized to the basic concepts of statistics and its applications. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Define and solve problems using statistical procedures. b) Collect statistical data in the work situation. c) Organise, tabulate and Graphical presents sets of data. d) Calculate measures of central tendency e.g. arithmetic mean, and variance. e) Perform correlation coefficients between variables.

Topics The purpose of statistics, methods of data collection and tabulation, sampling techniques, theory of measurement, data presentation (diagrammatic and graphical); frequency distributions and their graphical presentation; describing sets of numbers, measures of central tendency and dispersion, skewness, kurtosis, relationships between variables. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STA121 Inferential Statistics and Operations Research New Code: STFM121 Inferential Statistics and Operations Research Purpose To acquaint students with decision-making processes of operations research and statistics Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Calculate confidence interval and formulate the hypothesis test. b) Use Chi-square test on categorical data to test dependency between variables c) Interpret and calculate ANOVA table and non-parametric statistics in real life situations d) Use Operations Research algorithms in solving problems

Topics Binomial, Poisson, Negative Binomial, Exponential, Uniform, and Normal Distributions. Chi-square tests, estimations, hypothesis testing, introduction to analysis of variance, and non-parametric statistics. Linear programming; Formulation, Graphical and Simplex Method of Solutions, Transportation problems. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: STFM111 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: STA122 Introduction to Financial Mathematics New Code: STFM122 Introduction to Financial Mathematics Purpose The students will be introduced to financial Mathematics including the theory of interest, promissory notes, calculation of interest, the present value of a debt and the United States Rule. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Calculate the simple and compound interest b) Calculate simple discount c) Calculate the present value of a debt d) To use rules of partial payment to financial data sets e) Calculate and Analyse the rates of interest

Topics The theory of interest, simple interest; ordinary and exact, promissory notes, present value of a debt, equation of value, simple discount, partial payments; United States Rule, compound interest; nominal and effective rates of interest, present value, equation of value, bonds, word problems. Assessment: Tests, tutorials, assignments and final examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STA123 Mathematical Techniques New Code: STA124 Mathematical Techniques Purpose Students will be introduced to the field of mathematics and be familiarised to the basic concepts of mathematical techniques and its applications. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

q) The mathematical function concept from examples which include exponential and logarithmic functions r) A solution method for systems of linear equations; matrix algebra, linear programming problems in more

than two variables s) Analysis of the rate of change of mathematical functions with differentiation as a facilitating technique to

analyse the properties of functions t) Define mathematical concepts correctly, to recognise the applicability of these concepts in practical

situatiions, to formulate it in mathematical symbols, and to obtain new info+rmation in those situations by applying the relevant properties and differentiation or linear algebra computation techniques, which include standard cases of the simplex method

Topics The mathematical function concept; and logarithmic function; of linear equations; matrix algebra, linear programming problems in more than two variables; rate of change of mathematical functions with differentiation as a facilitating technique to analyse the properties of functions; formulate mathematical symbols; differentiation or linear algebra computation techniques and simplex method Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 16 Duration: 8 Weeks


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Course: STA218 Distribution Theory New Code: STFM218 Distribution Theory Purpose The purpose of this course is to familiarize the students with the standard discrete and continuous probability distributions, teach them about moment generating functions, sampling and the central limit theorem. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Define functions of random variables b) Apply some theoretical probability distributions, the central limit theorem, etc in real-life situation c) Apply he suitable sampling method to a research situation d) Determine the suitable sample size for a particular experiment or survey e) Analyse the relationship of samples to populations and central limit theory

Topics Functions of random variables jointly distributed random variables, standard discrete and continuous distributions, mathematical expectation and moment generating functions, sampling theory; determining sufficient sample size, the relationship of samples to populations and the Central Limit Theorem. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: STFM121 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STA219 Statistical Inference New Code: STFM219 Statistical Inference Purpose The students will be introduced to Beyes theorem and will be familiarized with the derivations and applications of statistical formulae. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) State and prove the Bayes theorem b) Use confidence intervals to estimate population parameters c) Infer on the population using samples (i.e. hypothesis testing) d) Calculate the power of test and chi-square statistic e) Derive Chebychev's theorem and apply non-parametric statistic to real life data sets

Topics Bayes theorem, estimation, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, power of tests, goodness of fit, contingency tables, Chebychev's theorem, applied non-parametric statistics. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: STFM121 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STA227 Statistical Computing New Code: STFM227 Statistical Computing Purpose The students will learn how to use a computer to do statistical analysis. Different statistical packages will be studied including SAS, SPSS, MINITAB and./or STATISTICA Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Draw and interpret graphs and charts using computer programmes b) Construct multivariate regression models c) Prepare data files and organize large sums of data d) Use a computer to approximating probabilities and percentage points of selected probability distributions e) Summarise, validate and analyse data using computer programmes

Topics Data organisation and creating data files. Programming and use of at least one of the statistical software (SAS, SPSS, Minitab, Statistica) for: Approximating probabilities and percentage points of selected probability distributions; uniform random number generators and tests of random number generators, generation of variates from specific distributions; sampling and randomisation. Multiple regression analysis, analysis of data for classification models, Balanced incomplete fixed - effect models, ANOVA and variance component estimation, unconstrained optimisation and non-linear regression and model fitting Assessment: Continuous assessment, present a project report on a practical computing problem and formal examination Pre-Requisites: STFM218 and STFM219 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: STA228 Design and experiments New Code: STFM228 Design and experiments Purpose The students will get acquainted to the Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) including different designs of experiments, namely completely randomised design, randomised block design, Latin squares, factorial and nested designs. The importance of the course is to Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Name the design of experiment suitable for an experiment b) Organise or prepare the data for Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) c) Apply different designs of experiments in real-life situations d) Apply the principles of experimental design e) Analyse the experimental data in real-life situations

Topics Analysis of variance, analysis of covariance, completely randomised designs, randomised block design, Latin square designs, factorial experiments, nested designs. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: STFM111 and STFM121 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STA229 Categorical Data New Code: STFM229 Categorical Data Purpose The importance of this course is to teach students how to analyse categorical data using the chi-square test, loglinear, logit models as well as probit and ordinal logistic models. The course also introduces the students to limit-dependent variables and h Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Name the right statistical method of regression model to be used to analyse the categorical data b) Apply the chosen stastical method (e.g. chi-square test) correctly regarding the assumptions to real-life situations c) Demonstrate the ability to identify a limited-dependent variable d) Demonstrate the ability to use a computer to fit regression models e) Analyse categorical data using say the chi-square test, logistic, probit modelling or the tobit model

Topics Categorical data analysis; chi-square tests, loglinear, logit, ordinal logistic models and probit models; limited - dependent variables and tobit models. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: STFM111 and STFM121 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STA318 Multivariate techniques New Code: STFM318 Multivariate techniques Purpose The students will be introduced to different types of multivariate statistical techniques, namely multiple regression, principal component analysis, factor analysis and discriminate analysis. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Interpret the mutlivariate normal distributions b) Apply multiple regression analysis in real-life situations c) Apply principal component to analyse large data sets d) Use factor analysis to load factors when constructing multivariate normal data set e) Design and calculate cluster and discriminant analysis

Topics Matrix Methods; the multivariate normal distribution and related topics, multiple regression analysis, principal component analysis, factor analysis, cluster analysis and discriminate analysis. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: STFM219 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: STA319 Time series analysis New Code: STFM319 Time series analysis Purpose The students will be introduced and acquainted to the different time series stochastic processes and analyses. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Draw time series plots b) Use smoothing and decomposition methods to short term forecasting c) Identify and fit suitable statistical models to two time series data d) Develop ARIMA processes e) Model, validate and forecast time series data

Topics Introduction to time series analysis, smoothing and decomposition methods, bivariate analysis, stationary processes; moving processes, Autoregressive processes and ARMA processes, nonstationary processes. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STA328 Econometric methods New Code: STFM328 Econometric methods Purpose The importance of the course is to teach students how to fit a proper regression model to data. This basically involves different methods of fitting a regression model; namely OLS, GLMS and MLE, model selection, selection of regressions, etc. Both Linear Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Define and explain what "econometrics" is all about b) Organise and code data for econometrics analysis c) Investigate the data for multicollinearity, heteroscedasticity, autocorrelation and outliers and be able to check the fitted

model for any violation of the assumptions (I.e. diagnostic testing) d) Estimate a linear model e) Estimate a non-linear model

Topics Introduction to linear modeling, regression analysis, least squares method, maximum likelihood estimation, dummy variables, model selection, selection of regressors, diagnostic tests; multicollinearity, autocorrelation and heteroscedasticity, outliers, types of residuals including recursive residuals; Introduction to nonlinear models, linear transformations, methods of fitting nonlinear models; least squares method, iterative methods including the Gauss-Newton and Marquardt methods. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: STFM219 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: STA329 Introduction to Forecasting New Code: STFM329 Introduction to Forecasting Purpose The students will be taught how to do forecasting using either time series or multiple regression analysis basing on data collected over time. The method of Box and Jenkins is emphasized. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Model time series data by simple and multiple regression and the Box-Jenkins methods b) Apply regression and the Box-Jenkins methods c) Identify a time series model d) Estimate the parameters of the identified model e) Estimate the parameters of the identified model f) Perform diagnostic checks on the estimated model to assess the goodness-of-fit

Topics Revision of time series analysis and regression analysis, the role of forecasting in decision making, time series forecasting, multiple regression forecasting, introduction to Box-Jenkins method, qualitative methods. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: STFM318 and STFM319 Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STA705 Stochastic Models New Code: STFM611 Stochastic Models Purpose The purpose of this course is to acquaint the postgraduate students with the stochastic intuition about problems encountered in real-life. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Apply the operations research or the statistical techniques to situations where customers have to be served by a single or by several service facilities.

b) Identify the probability distributions at the arrivals of customers and the service times at the service facilities. c) Define concepts used in stochastic models. d) Derive formulae used in stochastic models. e) Recommend strategies to be used in processing orders.

Topics Preliminaries, stochastic processes, advanced poisson processes, non-homogeneous poisson processes, compound poisson processes, renewal theory, advanced Markov chains, advanced queuing theory. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STA715 Advanced Probability Theory New Code: STFM612 Advanced Probability Theory Purpose The students are acquainted to advance probability theory including modes of convergence of random variables and limit theorem, and characteristic function. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

Apply the probability theory to real-life situations Topics Distribution function; measure theory; classes of sets; probability measures and their distribution functions; random variable; expectation; independence, modes of convergence of random variables and limit theorems; characteristic function. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: STA725 Multivariate Analysis New Code: STFM613 Multivariate Analysis Purpose The students will study multivariate analysis, including the multivariate normal distribution, multivariate analysis of variance, factor analysis and discriminate analysis. The importance of this course is to equip the students with some multivariate stat Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Do multivariate discriminate analysis b) Do factor analysis, and c) Do multivariate ANOVA and MANCOVA

Topics Multivariate normal distribution, stochastic vectors, samples measurements, information criteria, multivariate analysis of variance and covariance, discriminant analysis. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: STA318 Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STA735 Statistical Quality Control New Code: STFM614 Statistical Quality Control Purpose This course provides comprehensive coverage of the modern use of statistical methods for quality control and improvement. The objective is to give students a sound understanding of the principle, basis and application of statistical techniques in control Outcomes: The student will be able to:

Assess the quality of a product. Topics Quality and quality improvement, Modelling process quality, statistical process control, control charts; Acceptance sampling, ASN, AOQ, AOQL, LTPD plans, process capability, process design and improvement, producer and consumer risks, continuous production, life-time studies. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STA745 Decision Theory New Code: STFM615 Decision Theory Purpose This course introduces to students a formal framework for making choices when the possible results of a choice can be given numerical values and a probability can be assigned to the attachment of each result. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Evaluate the potential benefit of buying more information about the probabilities of various payoffs and spend the optimal amount of resources in this decision-making process

b) Logically and objectively incorporate all the information that they have in the decision-making process c) Make the best decision even when a problem is complex and the result of each decision is uncertain

Topics Basic concepts; decision making under certainty, uncertainty, competitive condition and condition risks, acts and error probabilities, types of errors, maximal / maximin / minimax and expected pay off criterion, expected value of perfect information, regret function, decisions based on prior information and subjective probability, break-even analysis. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: STA755 Design of Experiments and Sampling New Code: STFM621 Design of Experiments and Sampling Purpose The students will study different types of agricultural experiments, selecting 'optimal design' subject to underlying constraints, how the available resources may be optimally allocated and the resulting yield data may be analysed and interpreted. Since i Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Design a sample survey. b) Determine the right sample size for a sample survey, while. c) Minimizing the cost function and d) Optimising the allocation of sample size, n.

Topics Analysis of Variance and covariance, completely randomised designs, randomised block design, missing plots, Latin square designs, factorial experiments, confounding, split-plot design; Simple random sampling, stratified random sampling, systematic and cluster sampling, allocation of resources; Questionnaire design. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: STFM228 Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STA765 Applied Regression Analysis New Code: STFM616 Applied Regression Analysis Purpose The students will be acquainted to applied regression analysis. The importance of the course is to teach students statistical inference and some advanced regression ideas, such as logistic regression and non-linear regression so that the students can appl Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Do logistic regression analysis, and b) Do statistical inference in real-life situations c) Fit a non-linear regression model to data

Topics Multiple regression model; statistical inference; residual analysis; multicollinearity and transformations; model selection; standardised regression; general regression models; advanced regression ideas - logistic regression; principal components; nonlinear regression; other special topics on regression; case studies. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: STFM328 Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STA795 Research Project New Code: STFM671 Research Project Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Presentation of a research Project Assessment: - Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 30 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: STA805 Stochastic Models New Code: STFM811 Stochastic Models Purpose The purpose of this course is to acquaint the postgraduate students with the stochastic intuition about problems encountered in real-life. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Apply the operations research or the statistical techniques to situations where customers have to be served by a sing or by several service facilities.

b) Identify the probability distributions at the arrivals of customers and the service times at the service facilities. c) Define concepts used in stochastic models. d) Derive formulae used in stochastic models. e) Recommend strategies to be used in processing orders.

Topics Preliminaries, stochastic processes, advanced Poisson processes, non-homogeneous Poisson processes, compound poisson processes, renewal theory, advanced Markov chains, advanced queuing theory. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STA815 Advanced Probability Theory New Code: STFM812 Advanced Probability Theory Purpose The students are acquainted to advance probability theory including modes of convergence of random variables and limit theorem, and characteristic function. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

Apply the probability theory to real-life situations Topics Distribution function; measure theory; classes of sets; probability measures and their distribution functions; random variable; expectation; independence, modes of convergence of random variables and limit theorems; characteristic function. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STA825 Multivariate Analysis New Code: STFM813 Multivariate Analysis Purpose The students will study multivariate analysis, including the multivariate normal distribution, multivariate analysis of variance, factor analysis and discriminate analysis. The importance of this course is to equip the students with some multivariate stat Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Do multivariate ANOVA and MANCOVA b) Do factor analysis, and c) Do multivariate discriminant analysis

Topics Multivariate normal distribution, stochastic vectors, samples measurements, information criteria, multivariate analysis of variance and covariance, discriminant analysis. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: STA835 Statistical Quality Control New Code: STFM814 Statistical Quality Control Purpose This course provides comprehensive coverage of the modern use of statistical methods for quality control and improvement. The objective is to give students a sound understanding of the principle, basis and application of statistical techniques in control Outcomes: The student will be able to:

Assess the quality of a product Topics Quality and quality improvement, Modeling process quality, statistical process control, control charts; Acceptance sampling, ASN, AOQ, AOQL, LTPD plans, process capability, process design and improvement, producer and consumer risks, continuous production, life-time studies. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STA845 Decision Theory New Code: STFM821 Decision Theory Purpose This course introduces to students a formal framework for making choices when the possible results of a choice can be given numerical values and a probability can be assigned to the attachment of each result. Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Evaluate the potential benefit of buying more information about the probabilities of various payoffs and spend the optimal amount of resources in this decision-making process

b) Logically and objectively incorporate all the information that they have in the decision-making process c) Make the best decision even when a problem is complex and the result of each decision is uncertain

Topics Basic concepts; decision making under certainty, uncertainty, competitive condition and condition risks, acts and error probabilities, types of errors, maximal / maximin / minimax and expected pay off criterion, expected value of perfect information, regret function, decisions based on prior information and subjective probability, break-even analysis. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STA855 Design of Experiments and Sampling New Code: STFM822 Design of Experiments and Sampling Purpose The students will study different types of agricultural experiments, selecting 'optimal design' subject to underlying constraints, how the available resources may be optimally allocated and the resulting yield data may be analysed and interpreted. Since i Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Design a sample survey b) Determine the right sample size for a sample survey, while c) Minimizing the cost function and d) Optimising the allocation of sample size, n

Topics Analysis of Variance and covariance, completely randomised designs, randomised block design, missing plots, Latin square designs, factorial experiments, confounding, split-plot design; Simple random sampling, stratified random sampling, systematic and cluster sampling, allocation of resources; Questionnaire design. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: STA865 Applied Regression Analysis New Code: STFM823 Applied Regression Analysis Purpose The students will be acquainted to applied regression analysis. The importance of the course is to teach students statistical inference and some advanced regression ideas, such as logistic regression and non-linear regression so that the students can appl Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Do logistic regression analysis, and b) Do statistical inference in real-life situations c) Fit a non-linear regression model to DAT

Topics Multiple regression model; statistical inference; residual analysis; multicollinearity and transformations; model selection; standardised regression; general regression models; advanced regression ideas - logistic regression; principal components; nonlinear regression; other special topics on regression; case studies. Assessment: Continuous assessment and formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STA895 Mini-dissertation New Code: STFM873 Mini-dissertation Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Conduct and report on an independent research Topics Presentation of a mini-dissertation Assessment: Submission of a report Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 30 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: STA899 Dissertation New Code: STFM871 Full-Dissertation Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Conduct and report on an independent research. Topics Presentation of a Full Dissertation Assessment: Submission of a report Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 120 Duration: 32 Weeks

Course: STA999 Doctoral New Code: STFM971 Doctoral Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Conduct and report on an independent research Topics Presentation of Thesis Assessment: - Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 240 Duration: 64 Weeks


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8 Modules offered by other Faculties

Details of the modules below are to be found in the Calendars of the respective faculties.

8.1 Business Communication (BCM)

Course: BCM111 Learning and Reading Development New Code: HBCM111 Learning and Reading Development Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) Have knowledge of the university and university studies b) Be able to adapt quickly and successfully to NWU c) Know and understand him-/herself as a learner d) Be knowledgeable of different learning strategies relating to him-/herself and the learning content to

enable the construction of an own knowledge framework e) Be able to effectively utilize contact sessions with lecturers and learners in the learning process f) Be able to efficiently and effectively manage personal study time g) Be able to prepare for and write exams effectively h) Have a problem solving attitude i) Have a minimum level of reading skills

Topics: Learning and reading development Assessment: Formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 8 Duration: 8 Weeks

Course: BCM221 Effective Communication New Code: HBCM221 Effective Communication Purpose Communication Studies: Effective Communication Outcomes: The student will be able to:

a) The learner should have mastered the basic theoretical principles of effective communication in order to apply it within organisational contexts: interpersonal, interviewing, written principles and oral presentations.

Topics: Learning and reading development Assessment: Formal examination Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 8 Duration: 8 Weeks


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8.2 Development Studies (DEV)

Course: DEV101 Introduction to Development Studies New Code: HDEV131 Introduction to Development Studies Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Introduction to Development Studies Assessment: Continuous Assessment Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 6 Duration: 8 Weeks

Course: DEV102 Introduction to Development Studies New Code: HDEV141 Introduction to Development Studies Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Introduction to Development Studies Assessment: - Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 6 Duration: 8 Weeks

Course: DEV103 Development Issues and Problems New Code: HDEV151 Development Issues and Problems Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Development Issues and Problems Assessment: - Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 6 Duration: 8 Weeks

Course: DEV104 Development Issues and Problems New Code: HDEV161 Development Issues and Problems Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Development Issues and Problems Assessment: - Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 6 Duration: 8 Weeks


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8.3 Mercantile Law (MCL)

Course: MCL101 Contract New Code: MCLM113 Contract Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Introduction to the theory of Law; general principles of the Law of contract; The Law of Sale; Assessment: Tests and Exam Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: MCL102 Special Contracts New Code: MCLM121 Special Contracts Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Credit agreements; lease; mortgage; pledge; liens; agency; suretyship; and contracts of service Assessment: Tests and Exam Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: MCL103 Labour Law New Code: MCLM123 Labour Law Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Contracts of service; Minimum Standards; the Basic Conditions of Employment act; dismissals and unfair labour practices; collective labour law Assessment: Tests and Exam Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: MCL111 Contractual Law New Code: MCLM111 Contractual Law Purpose The students will be introduced to business law and the law of contract Outcomes: The student will be able to:

u) Demonstrate the ability to apply the general principles of the law of contract, to reach a conclusion and make recommendation

v) Demonstrate the ability to identify and solve a problem in a given set of facts or a typical commercial problem

w) Logically and systematically formulate, reason and communicate a viewpoint x) Demonstrate insight into the inter-relatedness of the different aspects of the law of contract

Topics Introduction to the theory of Law; general principles of the Law of contract; The Law of Sale; Assessment: Tests and Exam Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 8 Duration: 8 Weeks


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Course: MCL112 Business Law New Code: MCLM112 Business Law Purpose The course provides a general introduction to business law Outcomes: The student will be able to:

l) Demonstrate the ability to apply the general principles of business law, to reach a conclusion and make a recommendation

m) Demonstrate the ability to identify and solve a problem in a given set of facts or a typical commercial problem

n) Logically and systematically formulate, reason and communicate a viewpoint o) Demonstrate insight into the inter-relatedness of the different aspects of business law

Topics Introduction to the theory of Law; general principles of the Law of contract; The Law of Sale; Assessment: Tests and Exam Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 8 Duration: 8 Weeks

Course: MCL202 Business Structures New Code: MCLM212 Business Structures Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Associations an partnerships; formation of companies; capital structures; directors; auditors and protection of minorities; groups of companies; and close corporations Assessment: Tests and Exam Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: MCL203 Commercial Paper, Insurance and Insolvency New Code: MCLM222 Commercial Paper, Insurance and Insolvency Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics The concept of Negotiability; the essential elements of form and the principal statutory provisions applicable to bills of exchange, cheques and promissory notes; the law of insurance; and the law of insolvency Assessment: Tests and Exam Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: MCL701 Labour and Social Security Law New Code: MCLM621 Labour and Social Security Law Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Individual labour law; Minimum Standards of employment; dismissals and unfair labour practices; collective labour law and collective bargaining; discrimination and affirmative action; occupational health and safety legislation; constitutional protection of labour rights. Assessment: Test, Exam Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 15 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: MCL804 Dispute Resolution and the Regulation of Conflict New Code: MCLM824 Dispute Resolution and the Regulation of Conflict Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Dispute Resolution and the Regulation of Conflict Assessment: - Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 30 Duration: 16 Weeks


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8.4 Public and Procedural Law (PPL)

Course: PPL305 Constitutional Law New Code: PPLM313 Constitutional Law Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Constitutional Development in South Africa; Sources of Constitutional Law; the South African Constitution of 1996 Assessment: Test, Assignments and Exam Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: PPL306 Administrative Law New Code: PPLM322 Administrative Law Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics General principles of Administrative Law; Sources of Admin Law; Constitutional Provisions; Administrative Justice; Local Government Law. Assessment: Test, Assignments and Exam Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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8.5 Political Studies and International Relations(POL, IRL)

Course: IRL205 Introduction to International Relations New Code: HIRL211 Introduction to International Relations Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Introduction to International Relations Assessment: - Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: IRL255 Foreign Policy Formulation New Code: HIRL221 Foreign Policy Formulation Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Foreign Policy Formulation Assessment: - Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: IRL305 Theories of International Relations New Code: HIRL311 Theories of International Relations Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Theories of International Relations Assessment: - Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: IRL355 Conflict and Conflict Management New Code: HIRL321 Conflict and Conflict Management Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Conflict and Conflict Management Assessment: - Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: POL105 Introduction to Political Studies New Code: HPOL111 Introduction to Political Studies Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Introduction to Political Studies Assessment: - Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: POL155 Political Philosophy New Code: HPOL121 Political Philosophy Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Political Philosophy Assessment: - Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: POL205 Modern Political Thought New Code: HPOL211 Modern Political Thought Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Modern Political Thought Assessment: - Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: POL265 African Politics New Code: HPOL221 African Politics Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics African Politics Assessment: - Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

Course: POL305 Comparative Politics New Code: HPOL311 Comparative Politics Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics Comparative Politics Assessment: - Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks


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Course: POL355 South African Politics New Code: HPOL321 South African Politics Purpose - Outcomes: The student will be able to:

- Topics South African Politics Assessment: - Pre-Requisites: None Credits: 12 Duration: 16 Weeks

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