Advanced Diploma (Economics)

Nelson Mandela University

Advanced Diploma (Economics)

Programme Overview:

This programme opens up a wide variety of career opportunities in the business world and includes fields such as entrepreneurship, business environments, marketing and strategic management.

Faculty:

Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences

Delivery mode & duration of study:

Full-time 1 year

Qualification type:

Advanced Diploma (AdvDip)

Department:

Admission Requirements

Applicant score for Mathematics:

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Applicant score for Technical Mathematics:

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Applicant score for Mathematical Literacy:

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Subjects requirements:

A 360-credit Diploma in Economics at NQF Exit Level 6, or an equivalent qualification specialising in Economics, or a bachelor’s degree with a pass of 50% or higher, in all the core Economics modules at NQF Levels 5 and 6.

Career opportunities:

Banker, business manager, financier, economist, industrial psychologist, human resources manager, marketing manager, training manager, teacher, statistician, financial manager, accountant, insurance broker, mathematician, management consultant, auditor, law advisor, labour relations expert, income tax consultant, small business consultant or an entrepreneur.

Before You Apply

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