Doctor of Business Studies
The purpose of this qualification is for the graduate to apply advanced research skills to solve problems within an accountancy field together with a significant original contribution to the body of knowledge in business.
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Qualification type
Doctoral Degree
Credits
360
Sub-framework
HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
Providers listed
0
Qualification snapshot
Official qualification identity fields captured from the qualification record.
Originator
Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)
Quality assurance functionary
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Field
Field 03 - Business, Commerce and Management Studies
Subfield
Finance, Economics and Accounting
Qual class
Regular-Provider-ELOAC
Recognise previous learning
Y
Important dates
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Registration start
2021-07-01
Registration end
2027-06-30
Last date for enrolment
2028-06-30
Last date for achievement
2031-06-30
Purpose and entry context
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Purpose and rationale
The purpose of this qualification is for the graduate to apply advanced research skills to solve problems within an accountancy field together with a significant original contribution to the body of knowledge in business.
Entry requirements and RPL
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Learners who do not meet the minimum entry requirements may be admitted on the basis of the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). RPL is applied in accordance with the RPL policy of the institution.
Entry Requirements
The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is
- Master's Degree in Business Studies, Level 9.
- Master of Technology in Business Studies, Level 9.
Replacement note
This qualification replaces
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Qualification rules
This qualification consists of a research project at Level 10 worth 360 Credits.
Exit level outcomes
The qualifying learner should be able to
Contribute to the body of knowledge and understanding of business and be able to
- Engage in research of problems within the business environment.
- Develop new technology within business.
- Disseminate research findings through papers, articles and lectures.
- Compile and present research findings, conclusions and proposals in a properly set out thesis.
Associated assessment criteria
1.Problems in the business environment are identified and researched.
2.New technologies are developed.
3.Papers, articles and lectures are presented to disseminate findings.
4.A high quality thesis is written.
Integrated Assessment
The learner's competence will be assessed by means of research proposal and a thesis that demonstrate
- An in-depth knowledge of Business Studies;
- The insight to identify areas in business that need improvement and development.
- The ability to critically analyse business and commercial practices and to make constructive recommendations.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
Postdoctoral studies.
International comparability
This qualification complies with the format used internationally for Doctoral Degrees.
Providers currently listed
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