The extended curriculum programme for Dip (Marketing) studies provides alternative university access to students who have the potential to succeed, but do not meet the minimum admission requirements for the mainstream programme. The purpose of the programme is to integrate additional academic support and skills development with mainstream courses in order to prepare the student for successful completion of the relevant Diploma.

Students are introduced to the following fields of expertise related to the quantity surveying profession and construction industry: construction methods and materials; costs of various construction elements and components; the influence of the economy on the industry; rights and obligations of different parties; the use of computers and the principles of entrepreneurial success; personal and professional ethics; and general professional practice and management. Take note: The BSc (Construction Economics) is followed by the BSc Honours (Quantity Surveying) in order to develop the additional expertise needed to register as a candidate quantity surveyor with the South African Council for the Quantity Surveying Profession.

Efficient and effective Logistics, Transport and Supply Chain Management play critical roles in the success of modern business firms. The proper management of these three focus areas is essential for the creation of a competitive advantage as it impacts directly on cost structures, customer service levels and overall profitability. The BCom in Logistics and Transport Economics introduces and prepares the student for the ever changing demands of the business world. This programme will enable students to apply themselves in line with the demands and challenges of real-world Logistics, Transport and Supply Chain Management related issues. A major in Logistics and Transport Economics will equip graduates with additional capabilities and widen their career possibilities.