Mngt and Public Admin Sciences

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 DETAILS	APS 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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