Master of Commerce
Purpose:
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Qualification type
Master's Degree
Credits
180
Sub-framework
HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
Providers listed
0
Qualification snapshot
Official qualification identity fields captured from the qualification record.
Originator
University of the Free State
Quality assurance functionary
-
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
2024-07-01
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
Purpose
The focus of the learning outcomes of the qualification focuses on the application and integration of a scientific and specialised level of knowledge and skills within a specialised area. This application of knowledge and skills will take place against the background of ethical and professional business practices and enable learners to exit from the qualification as knowledgeable, skilled learners with competence in scientifically founded reasoning, high-level communication and management skills.
Rationale
The qualification affords individuals the opportunity to focus more scientifically on their specific field of specialisation and thus build on the advanced knowledge gained during their Bachelor Honours Degree studies. Individuals with this qualification should be able to display management and leadership skills, knowledge and expertise, both within the South African as well as the international context.
Entry requirements and RPL
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Where learners do not meet the minimum admission requirements, RPL may be used to grant access to the qualification. RPL will be applied according to the Recognition of Prior Learning, Credit Accumulation and Transfer (CAT), and Assessment policy. This will relate to both access to the qualification as well as for credit recognition or exemption towards achieving the qualification. The institution will ensure that quality assurance processes that address the specificities of the RPL process (including applications, assessment, and reporting and management systems) are implemented; and that administrative and support systems, both prior and subsequent to RPL assessment, are in place.
Entry Requirements
The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is
- Bachelor Honours qualification in related field, NQF Level 8.
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Qualification rules
This qualification consists of the following elective modules at National Qualifications Framework Level 9 totalling 180 Credits.
Elective Modules
- Dissertation in applied economics, 96 Credits.
- Development Economics, 24 Credits.
- Research script in Advanced Business, 60 Credits.
- Advanced strategic management, 20 Credits.
- Advanced market research, 20 Credits.
- Cross-section and panel data econometrics, 24 Credits.
- Dissertation in Economics, 96 Credits.
- Financial systems and monetary policy, 24 Credits.
- Macroeconomics, 24 Credits.
- Advanced time series econometrics, 24 Credits.
- Advanced Econometrics, 24 Credits.
- Readings in investment management, 24 Credits.
- Retail management, 20 Credits.
- Applied Microeconomics and competition policy, 24 Credits.
- Project management, 20 Credits.
- Capita Selecta, 24 Credits.
- Dissertation in financial economics and investment management, 96 Credits.
- Logistics and operations, 20 Credits.
- Change and contemporary management, 20 Credits.
Exit level outcomes
On successful completion of this qualification, learners should be able to
- Apply a specialised level of understanding and knowledge in their area of expertise.
- Critically reflect on ethical and professional business practices within their area of expertise.
- Contribute to the current knowledge base in their area of expertise by presenting and communicating academic ideas effectively and in a novel way.
- Display the ability to work independently and take full responsibility for their work, where accountability, leadership and the initiation of processes are central concepts.
Associated assessment criteria
Integrated Assessment
It uses a combination of formative and summative assessment approaches, depending on the nature, content and exit level outcomes of the different modules. In modules, that utilises a combination of formative and summative assessment, the contribution of these aspects ranges between 40 and 60 %. Assessment methods include self-tests, online quizzes, tests, assignments, group assignments and exams.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
N/A
International comparability
This qualification is comparable with similar qualifications offered in various higher education institutions internationally.
Providers currently listed
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Purpose:
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