Diploma in Game Ranch Management

Supply the game ranch industry with competent game ranch and resource managers.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Access may be granted, through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), to learners who do not meet the minimum entry requirements.

Entry requirements

• A qualification at Level 5 in Game Ranch Management.
• National Senior Certificate, Level 4 granting access to Diploma studies.
• Senior Certificate, Level 4 with Matriculation exemption.
• National Certificate Vocation, Level 4 with a relevant specialisation, granting access to Diploma studies.

1. Manage natural resources and maintain ecological systems.
2. Utilise human, material and financial resources optimally.

Specified outcomes

1. Manage the natural resources on a game ranch.

2.1. Manage a game ranch.

2.2. Apply basic communication skills.

2.3. Apply basic knowledge of research.

Critical Outcomes

• Identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions, using critical and creative thinking, have been made.
• Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsible and effectively.
• Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.
• Communicate effectively, using visual mathematical and language skills in the modes of oral and written persuasion.
• Demonstrating an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that the problem-solving context does not exist in isolation.
• Reflect on and explore a variety of strategies to learn more effectively.
• Explore education and career opportunities.
• Develop entrepreneurial opportunities.
• Interpret the laws of a country and structure effective transactions within the framework of the law.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the economic world in context as a dynamic interactive world that does not exist in isolation.
• Look at the environment as a macro basis rather than a micro basis in order to enhance the current environment as a whole.
• Work effectively as part of a team or group.
• Demonstrate effective and responsible decision-making.
• Stimulate and develop thinking patterns involving creativity.
• Interpret information received via the media.
• Remain receptive and responsive to current trends and developments.
• Use technology effective and responsibly.

1. Natural resources on a game ranch

• Knowledge of the abiotic and biotic components are demonstrated and applied.
• Current appropriate terminology is understood and applied affectively.
• Knowledge of general ecology is demonstrated and applied.
• Knowledge of human relationship and influences on ecosystems demonstrated and applied.
• Knowledge of sensitive ecosystems is demonstrated and applied.
• Knowledge of the human environment is demonstrated and applied.
• Knowledge of the game ranch industry is demonstrated and applied.
• Financial implications and objectives are considered and applied.
• Knowledge of appropriate habitat requirements and characteristics are demonstrated and applied.
• Knowledge of appropriate management practices are demonstrated and applied.
• Manage appropriate infrastructure.
• Appropriate equipment is operated effectively.
• Knowledge of appropriate legislation are demonstrated and applied.
• Knowledge on how to secure the integrity of the game ranch is demonstrated and applied.

Game ranch

2.1 Strategic planning for the game ranch is executed effectively.

• Human resources and volunteers are managed affectively.
• Financing and/or funding is identified.
• Administration systems are established and maintained and managed effectively.
• Employer/employee relationships are established and promoted.
• Appropriate computer systems are established and maintained.
• Legal requirements are implemented and controlled.

Communication

2.2. Communication with supervisor, peers and subordinates is effective.

• Conflict resolution skills are demonstrated and applied.
• Cultural sensitivity and knowledge of intercultural communication are demonstrated and applied.
• Dynamics of negotiations are understood and demonstrated.
• Events are managed effectively.
• Game ranch is managed effectively.
• Conservation and environmental awareness is promoted.

Research

2.3. Demonstrate appropriate research knowledge.

• Analyze an appropriate case study.
• Assimilate applicable scientific literature.
• Conduct a basic research project.
• Conclusions are effectively interpreted and applied.

Integrated Assessment

Assessment is continuous and done on the following basis

Formative Assessment

• Assignments.
• Written tests.
• Practical tests.
• Projects.
• Reports.
• Oral evaluation.
• Presentations.

Summative Assessment

• Final integrated portfolio assessment.
• Written examinations.
• Practical examinations.
• Portfolio records are kept as per SERTEC requirements.