Master of Commerce in Entrepreneurship

The qualifying learner will be able to conduct independent research under minimal guidance in a chosen field, and contribute to knowledge production in that field. The learner will be able to develop a sound understanding of the overall context within which entrepreneurial development takes place as well as evaluate and establish new business opportunities. The research problem, its justification, process and outcome is reported in a mini-dissertation which complies with the generally accepted norms for research at that level. This qualification targets Academic staff from a wide range of disciplines in the various educational sectors.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Access can be gained through RPL by learners who do not meet the minimum entry requirements.

Entry Requirements

• Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Entrepreneurship, Level 7 or equivalent.
• Postgraduate Diploma in Entrepreneurship, Level 8.
• Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Entrepreneurship and Marketing Management, Level 8.

1. Integrate entrepreneurship techniques to generate feasible business ideas.
2. Integrate new and existing knowledge in the field of business performance.
3. Develop a comprehensive business plan.
4. Evaluate the financial sustainability of a business.
5. Apply educational theories in the design, delivery and evaluation of teaching interventions to promote entrepreneurship.
6. Develop a research proposal.
7. Compile a mini-dissertation.

1.1.1. A detailed case study is produced that justifies the selection of the idea and also demonstrates the utilisation of appropriate tools.

1.2.1. Models of entrepreneurship are applied in context.

1.3.1. This self-assessment profile fully identifies leadership qualities, risk adversity and business skils.

1.4.1. An audit report of the internal and external environment which identifies new technologies, niche markets and new business opportunities.

2.1.1. A research document is completed which includes the various product and process strategies available. A report is compiled recommending best practices.

2.2.1. An analysis of the marketing strategies used in the Small, Medium and Micro Enterprise (SMME) sector.

2.3.1. A case study is presented using computerised software.

3.1.1. A report (approximately 3000 words) is compiled together with a one page executive summary.

3.2.2. A business plan is presented to a panel of experts.

3.2.3. Presentation is persuasive.

3.2.4. Presentation elucidates important aspects.

3.2.5. Questions are handled in an appropriate manner.

3.2.6. Appropriate presentation mode is adopted.

4.1.1. A written examination is completed to test the understanding of financial statements and financial ratios (4.1 and 4.2).

4.3.1. Knowledge of relevant legislation is applied.

5.1.1. Appropriate educational theories are applied in the design of teaching, learning and assessment strategies.

5.2.1. The results of research to be disseminated in the form of a paper.

6.1.1. Acceptable topic statement is presented.

6.1.2. Uniqueness of research is proved.

6.1.3. Relevant literature is surveyed.

6.1.4. Problem statement/hypothesis is correctly formulated.

6.2.1. Correct methodology and statistical techniques are selected.

6.2.2. The correct academic is adopted.

7.1.1. Publish a mini-dissertation for evaluation by external examiner.

Integrated Assessment

Formative Assessment

• Oral presentations.
• Research proposals.
• Written progress reports.

Summative Assessment

• Research dissertation.
• Oral and visual presentations.