Bachelor of Commerce
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Commerce is a higher-education qualification at NQF Level 7 that provides broad preparation in commerce-related areas, with an orientation towards finance, economics and accounting. It is associated with the University of South Africa and carries 360 credits.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may suit people interested in developing a broad foundation for further study or work in commerce, finance, economics, accounting and related business areas. Prospective students should confirm that their academic background and other circumstances meet the provider’s requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support progression towards commerce-related work or further study, particularly in areas connected with finance, economics, accounting and business. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration, and the relevance of the qualification will depend on the role and any additional requirements.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Broad commerce and business knowledge
- Financial and accounting awareness
- Economic reasoning
- Quantitative and analytical thinking
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Commerce
- SAQA ID
- 5563
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 3
- Subfield
- Finance Economics and Accounting
- Originator
- University of South Africa
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Confirm the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as a recorded registration end date of 30 June 2024 is associated with it.
- Check that the institution and specific offering are currently authorised or accredited to provide the qualification.
- Confirm the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the current curriculum, delivery arrangements, assessment approach and any study-support requirements.
- Check whether any work-integrated learning or workplace component applies to the current offering.
- Confirm whether the qualification remains open for new enrolment and whether the advertised qualification title and SAQA number match the current offering.