Courses and Requirements – Management
FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF MARKETING, RETAIL BUSINESS & SPORT MANAGEMENT
COURSES OFFERED:
- Marketing (Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Masters of Management, Doctor of Commerce)
- Retail Business Management (Diploma ONLY)
- Sport Management (Diploma ONLY)
Diploma Courses (Marketing, Retail Business Management & Sport Management)
Entry Requirements:
- National Senior Certificate/ National Certificate Vocational
Subjects Required | Marketing | Retail Business Management | Sport Management | Age exemption: Applicants of mature age (23 with grade 12 or 45 with incomplete schooling) who do not meet the entry requirements in 1, 2, 3 or 4 must submit a certificate of complete or conditional exemption from the DoHET. |
NSC Endorsement | Eligibility for Diploma | |||
Compulsory Subjects | Level | |||
English Mathematics Mathematics Literacy One other subject | 4 3 4 4 | 4 3 4 4 | 4 3 4 4 | |
Remaining 3 Subjects (minimum of 3 per subject) | 9 | 9 | 9 |
- Senior Certificate
A minimum rating of E (40-49%) for HG and D (50-59%) for SG subjects. English and Mathematics are compulsory. A total of 24 on the Swedish scale is required.
- N3 – N6
A completed N6 in Marketing or in a Business Management related field. Exemption may be awarded for some equivalent diploma subjects.
- NASCA
A completed National Senior Certificate for Adults with a minimum rating of 4 (50-59%) per subject, except for English and Quantitative Literacy which should be rated a 5 (60-69%).
- International qualifications
All international qualifications will be evaluated by the International Office based on the Swedish scale.
- Transfers
Applications from students to transfer from other institutions will be dealt with in terms of the Recognition of Prior Learning and Continuation of Studies policies of VUT.
Diploma: Marketing (NQF 6)
Six semesters / three years full-time of class attendance at the University.
What are the Functions of a Marketing Graduate?
A marketing graduate determines market trends, needs and formulates the marketing policy. This includes product, price, promotion and distribution policies. Control and coordinate marketing activities such as transport, storage, packaging promotions, etc. Control and monitor marketing functions and activities and measure the results, service, warranties, etc.
Career Opportunities
Marketing Management offers a challenging and exciting career in both the private and public sector. There is a great demand for experts who can identify and utilize marketing opportunities.
Entry level : Junior Sales Consultant, Promotion Officer, Marketing Research and
Distribution Controller
Middle level : Managers in charge of the various marketing functions, such as Brand
Managers and advertising
Top level : Marketing Manager
Curriculum
Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
· Marketing I (Module 1) · Accounting Skills (Module 1) · Consumer Behaviour (Module 1) · Applied Communication Skills I (Module 1) · Personal Selling (Module 1) | · Marketing I (Module 2) · Accounting Skills (Module 2) · Consumer Behaviour (Module 2) · Applied Communication Skills I (Module 2) · Personal Selling (Module 2) · ICT Skills |
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Semester 3 | Semester 4 |
· Marketing II (Module 1) · Applied Communication Skills II (Module 1) · Quantitative Techniques (Module 1) · Economics (Module 1) · Mercantile Law (Module 1) | · Marketing II (Module 2) · Applied Communication Skills II (Module 2) · Quantitative Techniques (Module 2) · Economics (Module 2) · Mercantile Law (Module 2) |
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Semester 5 | Semester 6 |
· Marketing III (Module 1) · Sales Management (Module 1) · Marketing Research (Module 1) · Entrepreneurship (Module 1) · Integrated Marketing Communication (Module 1) · Applied Marketing Management ( WIL) | · Marketing III (Module 2) · Sales Management (Module 2) · Marketing Research (Module 2) · Integrated Marketing Communication (Module 2) · Applied Marketing Management (WIL) |
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Assessment
Assessment takes the form of tests, assignments, practicals, tutorials and final examinations. Final year modules are externally moderated.
Advanced Diploma: Marketing (NQF 7)
Entry Requirements:
A relevant National Diploma/Diploma or equivalent qualification or SAQA approved qualification on NQF level 6 with at least 360 credits. An average of 60 percent is required in all the exit level modules (3rd year) in the National Diploma/Diploma in Marketing Management.
Duration: This is a one-year full-time course. No part time classes are offered.
Curriculum for Advanced Diploma: Marketing
Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
· Advanced Marketing Management (Module 1) · Financial Management for Non-Financial Managers (Module 1) · International Marketing (Module 1) · Advanced Digital Marketing (Module 1) · Advanced Marketing Research (Module 1) | · Advanced Marketing Management (Module 2) · Financial Management for Non-Financial Managers (Module 2) · International Marketing (Module 2) · Advanced Digital Marketing (Module 2) · Advanced Marketing Research (Module 2) |
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Postgraduate Diploma: Marketing (NQF 8)
(Available from 2021)
Entry Requirements:
A relevant Advanced Diploma in Marketing Management or equivalent or SAQA approved qualification on NQF level 7 with at least 120 Credits on NQF level 7. In addition, an average of 60 percent in core modules is required for admission into the Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing Management programme.
Duration: This is a one-year full-time course. No part time classes are offered.
Curriculum for Postgraduate Diploma: Marketing
Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
· Research Project · Strategic Marketing (Module 1) · Advertising Management (Module 1) · International Brand Management (Module 1) · Contemporary Marketing Management Issues (Module 1) | · Research Project · Strategic Marketing (Module 2) · Advertising Management (Module 2) · International Brand Management (Module 2) · Contemporary Marketing Management Issues (Module 2) |
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Master of Management: Marketing (NQF 9)
Entry Requirements:
A minimum of 65 percent average mark for a completed Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing Management or equivalent Degree qualification in Marketing Management or related discipline. In addition, an average pass mark of 65 percent in a Research Methodology subject with a Research Project component at NQF 7 is also required. Successful achievement of the Faculty selection criteria must also be met.
Curriculum
Research by Dissertation. Minimum period of 1 year and maximum 4 years.
Doctor of Commerce: Marketing (NQF 10)
A relevant Master’s Degree on NQF 8 (old SAQA standard) or NQF 9 (new SAQA standard) in Marketing Management or a related Business Management discipline. Successful achievement of the Faculty selection criteria. Successful achievement of the Faculty selection criteria must also be met.
Curriculum
Research by Thesis. Minimum period of 2 years and maximum 6 years.
Diploma: Retail Business Management (NQF 6)
Six semesters / three years full-time of class attendance at the University
What are the Functions of a Retail Business Management Graduate?
Retailing practitioners are responsible for determining all the activities in the sale of goods and services to the consumer. These activities include buying, retail merchandising and mathematics, shopper behaviour and shopper marketing, determining the appropriate design and layout of a retail store, warehousing, store risk assessment, retail promotions and marketing and tenant relations in a shopping centre.
Career Opportunities
The Diploma in Retail Business Management offers a challenging and exciting career in the private sector. There is a vast demand for experts in the retail sector of South Africa.
Entry Level : Entrepreneurial/ ability to start your own business Graduate
trainee in a Retailing organisation, Stock Controller, Junior
Store Manager.
Middle and Top Management: Store/Branch Manager, Category Manager, Buyer,
Researcher, Merchandiser
Curriculum
Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
· Retail Business Management I (Module 1) · Retail Operations Management I (Module 1) · Accounting Skills (Module 1) · Consumer Behaviour (Module 1) · Applied Communication Skills I (Module 1) | · Retail Business Management I (Module 2) · Retail Operations Management I (Module 2) · Accounting Skills (Module 2) · Consumer Behaviour (Module 2) · Applied Communication Skills I (Module 2) · ICT Skills
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Semester 3 | Semester 4 |
· Retail Business Management II (Module 1) · Retail Operations Management II (Module 1) · Logistics I (Module 1) · Applied communication skills II (Module 1) · Mercantile Law (Module 1) | · Retail Business Management II (Module 2) · Retail Operations Management II (Module 2) · Logistics I (Module 2) · Applied communication skills II (Module 2) · Mercantile Law (Module 2 )
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Semester 5 | Semester 6 |
· Retail Business Management III (Module 1) · Retail Operations Management III (Module 1) · Shopping Centre Management (Module 1) · Personal Selling (Module 1) · Entrepreneurship (Module 1) · Applied Retail Management (WIL) | · Retail Business Management III (Module 2) · Retail Operations Management III (Module 2) · Shopping Centre Management (Module 2) · Personal Selling (Module 2) · Applied Retail Management (WIL) |
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Assessment
Assessment takes the form of tests, assignments, practicals, tutorials and final examinations. Final year modules are externally moderated.
Diploma: Sport Management (NQF 6)
Six semesters / three years full-time of class attendance at the University
What are the Functions of a Sport Manager?
A Sport Manager is responsible for the administration of the number of sport and recreation activities at a specific organisation. This includes purchases, tournaments planning and management, clubhouse and facility management and financial matters.
Career Opportunities
Sport Management offers a challenging and exciting career in both the private and public sector. Sport Managers are regularly required at government institutions, metropolitan substructures, fitness industries, tertiary institutions and sport clubs. As an alternative, candidates can also follow a marketing career or start their own sport enterprises.
Curriculum
Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
· Sport Management I (Module 1) · Sport Practical I (Year Module) · Sport & Physical Recreation Studies I (Module 1) · Marketing I (Module 1) · Public Relations I (Module 1) · Applied Communication Skills I (Module 1)
| · Sport Management I (Module 2) · Sport & Physical Recreation Studies I (Module 2) · Marketing I (Module 2) · Public Relations I (Module 2) · Applied Communication Skills I (Module 2) · ICT Skills |
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Semester 3 | Semester 4 |
· Sport Management II (Module 1) · Sport Practical II (Year Module) · Sport & Physical Recreation Studies II (Module 1) · Marketing II (Module 1) · Consumer Behaviour (Module 1) · Personal Selling I (Module 1) · Applied Communication Skills 2 (Module 1) | · Sport Management II (Module 2) · Sport & Physical Recreation Studies II (Module 2) · Marketing II (Module 2) · Consumer Behaviour (Module 2) · Personal Selling I (Module 2) · Applied Communication Skills 2 (Module 2) |
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Semester 5 | Semester 6 |
· Sport Management III (Module 1) · Sport Practical III (Module 1) · Sport & Physical Recreation Studies III (Module 1) · Entrepreneurship (Module 1) | · Internship (Module 2) |
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Assessment
Assessment takes the form of tests, assignments, practical’s, tutorials and final examinations. Final year modules are externally moderated.
Enquiries:
Enquiries may be addressed to:
HoD: Marketing & Sport Management Tel : +27 16 950 6890
Faculty of Management Sciences Fax : +27 86 614 1322
Vaal University of Technology E-Mail : mahaliam@vut.ac.za
Private Bag X021 Website: www.vut.ac.za
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