Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Economics
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About this qualification
This is an honours-level Bachelor of Commerce qualification focused on economics within the Finance, Economics and Accounting subfield. It is positioned at NQF Level 8 and carries 120 credits, providing advanced academic study in economics beyond undergraduate level.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in advanced academic study in economics and related commerce fields might consider this qualification, subject to the provider’s stated admission requirements and the qualification’s verified status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further study and roles that value advanced economics knowledge, analytical ability and commerce-related understanding. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or admission to a particular career or profession.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Economic analysis
- Quantitative and analytical reasoning
- Interpretation of economic information
- Commerce-related problem solving
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Economics
- SAQA ID
- 100900
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 3
- Subfield
- Finance Economics and Accounting
- Originator
- North West University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record includes a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and indicates that verification is required.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering are authorised or accredited to provide the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the applicable assessment arrangements and any study, research or workplace requirements.
- Confirm whether the qualification is currently open for new enrolment and whether the advertised title, NQF level and credit value match the verified record.