Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Economics
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Economics is an NQF level 8, 120-credit qualification focused on advanced study in economics within the broader commerce field. It may suit learners seeking to deepen their academic engagement with economics after earlier commerce or economics studies, subject to the provider’s requirements.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in developing a more advanced academic foundation in economics and exploring further study or economics-related work may consider this qualification. This is general guidance and not an admission rule; prospective learners should confirm the provider’s actual requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide relevant preparation for economics-related academic or workplace pathways, but no specific approved career relationships are recorded for this qualification. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Economic and commercial analytical reasoning
- Interpretation of issues within the finance, economics and accounting field
- Structured academic engagement with economics
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Economics
- SAQA ID
- 105204
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 3
- Subfield
- Finance Economics and Accounting
- Originator
- Nelson Mandela University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status, as the available registration snapshot records an end date of 30 June 2024 and current status requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering are authorised to present the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about current assessment arrangements and whether any research, practical or workplace-related requirements apply.
- Confirm that the qualification remains available for new enrolment and that the qualification details match the current provider offering.