Diploma in Public Management

The qualifying learner will be able to apply the relevant management functions, skills and techniques to ensure effective and efficient service delivery and efficient service delivery in the public sector environment.

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

• National Senior Certificate, Level 4 granting access to Diploma studies with Mathematics, Science and English Second Language.
• Senior Certificate, Level 4 with Matriculation exemption with Mathematics, Science and English Second Language
• National Certificate Vocation, Level 4 with a relevant specialisation, granting access to Diploma studies with Mathematics, Science and English Second Language.
• Higher Certificate in Public management, Level 5.

1. Apply communication skills to ensure effective management in the public sector.
2. Apply public financial management skills according to relevant legislation and regulations to ensure accountability.
3. Manage human resources and systems to ensure effective and efficient service delivery.
4. Execute public policy and procedures according to relevant legislation and regulations.
5. Apply public management functions, skills and techniques to achieve institutional objectives.

1.1. Effective and efficient institutional management is achieved by applying sound communication principles.

1.2. Sound relations are established and maintained with internal and external stakeholders through negotiations.

1.3. Information is managed in the correct format for all the relevant parties.

1.4. Relevant communication principles are applied to co-ordinate intersectoral collaboration.

1.5. Inter, intra and extra governmental relations are maintained and enhanced by applying interpersonal communication skills.

2.1. Sources of revenue are managed and accessed according to prescribed guidelines to deliver an effective service.

2.2. Sources of revenue are managed and accessed according to relevant legislation to ensure accountability.

2.3. Budgets are compiled according to relevant legislation and financial principles.

2.4. Business plans are compiled according to policy to meet the objectives of the institutions.

2.5. Internal control measurement are implemented and improved according to applicable/relevant policy.

2.6. Procurement systems are correctly maintained according to relevant regulations.

2.7. Provisioning administration procedures are followed according to treasury guidelines.

3.1. Performance management systems are implemented according to relevant regulations.

3.2. Human resource responsibilities and functions are managed according to Human Resource Management principles and labour legislation.

3.3. Education and training needs are identified and the necessary training interventions are proposed.

3.4. Successive planning steps are implemented to facilitate staff development.

4.1. Policies are formulated according to prescribed principles and guidelines.

4.2. Procedures are developed within the regulatory framework.

4.3. Policies are implemented according to prescribed guidelines and requirements.

4.4. Procedures are implemented within the regulatory framework.

4.5. Administrative policies are monitored and evaluated according to set objectives.

4.6. Administrative procedures are monitored and evaluated according to set objectives.

5.1. Projects are managed according to Project Management Principles.

5.2. Information systems are managed and utilised by applying relevant techniques and technology.

5.3. Internal environmental factors are analysed ad proactive recommendations are made.

5.4. Implementation of policies and procedures are managed by applying relevant skills and techniques.

Integrated Assessment

The qualification provides for sufficient practical applications of knowledge, skills and attitudes across modules to ensure that the learner's competencies can be assessed through the following assessment forms:

Formative Assessment

• Written or oral tests.
• Field work/experiential learning.
• Simulations.
• Mentors.
• Tutors.
• Assignments.
• Peer evaluation.
• Case studies.
• Portfolios.

Summative Assessment

• Written or oral examinations.
• Collaborative projects.
• Projects.