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FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT AND PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION SCIENCES

The Faculty of Management and Public Administration Sciences (FMPAS) is one of the largest Faculties at Walter Sisulu University and is home to approximately 7 500 students. The Faculty is located in the Butterworth Campus(IBIKA) of WSU and is situated approximately halfway between Mthatha and East London. Certain Faculty programmes are offered at the Buffalo City Campus Delivery Site as well as the Komani(Queenstown) campus delivery site.

The Faculty offers programmes ranging from higher certificates to post graduate programmes in Public Administration. Many of the programme offerings have extended curriculum programmes to provide additional access opportunities for learners into the programmes offered in the Faculty.  

Graduates from the faculty are equipped with the skills and competencies that allow them to enter and contribute in various areas within the national and global economy as entrepreneurs and skilled professionals who work in commerce and industry, in both the public and private sectors. Some of our qualifications prepare graduates for specialised areas of employment in radio, television, general media, public relations, hotel management, sport management and tourism

UNDERGRADUATE QUALIFICATIONS OFFERED IN THE FACULTY.

Qual Code

SAQA ID

Qualification Name

NQF

Credits

Duration

Delivery Site

W61001

97037

Higher Certificate in Versatile Broadcasting

5

120

1

BCC

W61002

114801

Diploma in Administrative Management

6

360

3

BTW

W61003

97042

Diploma in Hospitality Management

6

360

3

BCC/BTW/MTH

W61004

97043

Diploma in Human Resources Management

6

360

3

BTW/KOM

W61005

97043

Diploma in Human Resources Management (ECP)

6

360

4

BTW/KOM

W61006

97044

Diploma in Journalism

6

360

3

BCC

W61007

97045

Diploma in Local Government Finance

6

360

3

BTW/KOM

W61008

97045

Diploma in Local Government Finance (ECP)

6

360

4

BTW/KOM

W61009

97046

Diploma in Management

6

360

3

BTW

W61010

97046

Diploma in Management (ECP)

6

360

4

BTW

W61011

97048

Diploma in Marketing Management

6

360

3

BTW

W61012

97050

Diploma in Policing

6

360

3

BTW

W61013

97049

Diploma in Office Management & Technology

6

360

3

BTW

W61014

97049

Diploma in Office Management & Technology (ECP)

6

360

4

BTW

W61015

97051

Diploma in Public Management

6

360

3

BTW/KOM

W61016

101179

Diploma in Public Relations Management

6

360

3

BTW

W61017

101179

Diploma in Public Relations Management (ECP)

6

360

4

BTW

W61018

117828

Diploma in Small Business Management

6

360

3

BTW

W61019

97052

Diploma in Sport Management

6

360

3

BCC

W61020

97053

Diploma in Tourism Management

6

360

3

BTW/BCC

W61029

80826

Bachelor of Administration

7

360

3

BTW

 QUAL DETAILSAPS Scores Specific  Subject Requirements  PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
Higher Certificate in Versatile Broadcasting

W61001

18 
  • 4 (50-59%) for English as a Home Language or First Additional Language.
  • 3 (40-49%) in any other language
The Versatile Broadcasting qualification is a program that provides students with the skills and knowledge needed to work in all forms of mass communication. It covers a wide range of topics, including journalism, radio, television, film, and digital media..

Diploma in Administrative Management 

W61002
21
  • 4 (50-59%) for English as a Home Language or First Additional Language.
  • 2 (30-39%) for Mathematics or 4 (50-59%) for Mathematics literacy
  • 4 (50-59%) in any two additional subjects
Graduates must identify and solve problems, make responsible and ethical decisions within their own limits of authority, and work effectively with others as a member of a team.
Diploma in Hospitality Management 
W61003
21 
  • 4 (50-59%) for English as a Home Language or First Additional Language.
  •  3 (40-49%) for Mathematics or 4 (50-59%) for Mathematics literacy
  •  3 (40-49%) in any three relevant school subjects
This diploma intends to provide learners with the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to pursue a successful career in the field of hotels, lodges, bed and breakfast facilities, motels, restaurants, fine dining establishments, and both public and private health food service institutions.
 

Diploma in Human Resources Management 

W61004 & W61005

21

20

 Main stream

  • 3 (40-49%) for English as a Home Language or First Additional Language.
  •  3 (40-49%) for Mathematics or 4 (50-59%) for Mathematics literacy
  • ·3 (40-49%) in any two school subjects   

Extended stream

  •   3 (40-49%) for English as a Home Language or First Additional Language

  • ;2 (30- 39%) for Mathematics or 3

  •  (40-49%) for Mathematics literacy
  • ·3 (40-49%) in any two school subjects
The qualification aims to produce HR practitioners who are critical thinkers who can practise locally and globally in improving relations between management, employees, and unions. In addition, manage employee performance and career planning and ensure compliance with legislation and other regulatory bodies.
 

Diploma in Journalism

W6100
 21 
  •   4 (50-59%) for English as a Home Language or First Additional Language
  •    4 (50-59%) and any other language
  • ·  4 (50-59%) in any two additional subjects
Journalism focuses on gathering, assessing and presenting news and information through print, electronic and social media platforms. It allows students to learn advanced industry-specific methods using state-of-the-art equipment (photographic and video cameras, the latest computer programmes and computer laboratories).
 

Diploma in Local Government Finance

W61007 & W61008

 21

 20

Main stream

  •   3 (40-49%) for English as a Home Language or First Additional Language.

          And one of the three options below

  •  3 (40-49%) for Accounting     

or 

  • 3 (40-49%) for Mathematics or 4 (50-59%) for Mathematics literacy

Extended stream

  • 3 (40-49%) for English as a Home Language or First Additional Language.

      And one of the two options below

  •   2 (30 – 39%) for Accounting or
  •   2 (30 – 39%) for Mathematics
  • or 3 (40 – 49%) for Mathematics Literacy
Local government finance graduates are required to perform municipal finance and operational audit functions. This provides a foundation for further studies in finance. Graduates can pursue careers in municipal finance, accounting, auditing, financial analysis, or financial advising.
 

Diploma in Management

W61009 & W61010

 21

20

 Main stream

  •   3 (40-49%) for English as a Home Language or First Additional Language;
  •  3 (40-49%) for Accounting; 
  •  3 (40-49%) for Mathematics or
  • 4 (50-59%) for Mathematics literacy      

Extended stream

  • 3 (40-49%) for English as a Home Language or First Additional Language;
  • 2 (30- 39%) for Accounting;
  • 2 (30- 39%) for Mathematics or
  • 3 (40 - 49%) for Mathematics literacy
Graduates must apply focused knowledge and a range of vocational and industry-specific skills and competencies; to enable them to understand, interpret and apply management principles, procedures, and processes. The application of management theory will equip students to become responsible and ethically mindful professionals.

Diploma in Marketing Management

W61011

21
  • 3 (40-49%) for English as a Home Language or First Additional Language;
  • 3 (40-49%) for Mathematics or
  • 4 (50-59%) for Mathematics literacy;
  • 3 (40-49%) for any other two subjects.
The key areas of marketing are to benefit the product and ultimately to generate sales. Graduates must distribute the product and its services and build customer loyalty. Be able to keep and acquire new customers for the organisation, increase sales and expand to new markets using effective Digital Marketing.

Diploma in Policing 

W61012
21
  • 3 (40-49%) for English as a Home Language or First Additional Language;
  •  3 (40-49%) for any other four subjects

The qualification prepares graduates in the law enforcement environment and uplifts the professional standards of policing. It will regulate and improve relationships between the community and law enforcement agencies.  

Diploma in Office Management and Technology 

W61013 & W61014

21

19

Main stream

  •  4 (50 -59%) for English as a Home Language or First Additional Language;
  • 3 (40-49%) for Mathematics or
  • 4 (50-59%) for Mathematics literacy;
  • 4 (50-59%) for any other two subjects.  

Extended stream

  • 3 (40-49%) for English as a Home Language or First Additional Language;
  • 2 (30- 39) for Mathematics or
  • 3 (40 - 49%) for Mathematics literacy;
  • 3 (40-49%) for any other two subjects.
It provides the business world with multi-skilled knowledge graduates who manage information efficiently; are equipped with a  comprehensive range of skills, including managerial, administrative, Financial Management, Human Resource Management, Legal Practice, technological, and communication skills; to act ethically and utilise the knowledge to meet expectations of the African communities they are to serve.

Diploma in Public Management

W61015

21
  • 3 (40-49%) for English as a Home Language or First Additional Language;
  •  3 (40-49%) for any other four subjects

 

Graduates must work with public officials and senior management to provide support for strategic leadership and management needed to transform all spheres of government. The need for well-qualified, efficient, client-oriented public officials is therefore identified as a priority in all three spheres of government.

Diploma in Public Relations Management

W61016 & W61017

21

19

Main stream

  •  4 (50-59%) for English as a Home Language or First Additional Language
  • 4 (50-59%) for any other language
  • 4 (50 – 59%) for any other two subjects.    

Extended stream

  • 3 (40-49%) for English as a Home Language or First Additional Language
  • 3 (40-49%) for any other language
  • 3 (40 – 49%) for any other two subjects.
The public relations management program focuses on building mutually beneficial relationships between organisations and public. It covers topics such as corporate image and reputation, crisis communication, internal and external communication, media relations, and corporate social investment programs. The program will provide students with the skills and knowledge they need to be successful in a career in public relations.
 

Diploma in Small Business Management

W61018

 21 
  •  3 (40-49%) for English as a Home Language or First Additional Language;
  •  3 (40- 49%) for Mathematics or
  • 3 (40- 49%) for Accounting, or
  • 4 (50 -59%) for Mathematic Literacy;
  •  3 (40 – 49%) for any other two subjects.
This qualification prepares graduates for entry into the world of business. The qualifying learner will have the competence to apply essential business strategies, principles and techniques to start a small, medium or micro-enterprise and to ensure its effective functioning.

Diploma in Sport Management

W61019

21
  •  3 (40-49%) for English as a Home Language or First Additional Language;
  •  3 (40 – 49%) for any other three subjects.
This qualification aims to provide qualifying learners with applied competence in the analysis, interpretation and application of management principles in the fitness and health, coaching, teaching and retailing sectors of the sports industry.

Diploma in Tourism Management

W61020

21
  • 4 (50-59%) for English as a Home Language or First Additional Language;
  • 3 (40- 49%) for Mathematics or 4 (50 -59%) for Mathematic Literacy;
  •  3 (40-49%) in any three relevant school subjects
This program aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the tourism and leisure industry. Upon completion, learners will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to independently manage and integrate specialist activities within the tourism value chain.

Bachelor of Administration

W61029

25
  •  4 (50-59%) for English as a Home Language or First Additional Language;
  •  4 (50 –59%) for any other four subjects.
Students will be able to direct, improve, and manage institutional structures, resources, and functions to improve service delivery in the public sector. The program also aims to prepare students for postgraduate studies and to become fully competent organisational leaders and managers within and across the core functions of an organisation

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