Bachelor of Commerce in Economic Sciences
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Commerce in Economic Sciences is a 360-credit qualification at NQF level 7 within the HEQSF. It provides a higher-education foundation in commerce and economic sciences, with the qualification record placing it in the Finance, Economics and Accounting subfield. The qualification was originated by Stellenbosch University.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may suit people interested in understanding economic and commercial systems and who want a higher-education foundation related to finance, economics or accounting. This is general guidance and does not confirm admission eligibility.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide relevant preparation for further study or work in commerce, economics, finance and accounting-related settings. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. No approved related-career mappings are available in the supplied record.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Economic and commercial reasoning
- Quantitative and analytical thinking
- Understanding of finance, economics and accounting concepts
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Commerce in Economic Sciences
- SAQA ID
- 19586
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 3
- Subfield
- Finance Economics and Accounting
- Originator
- Stellenbosch 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 marks the current status as requiring verification.
- Confirm that the intended provider is authorised to offer the qualification and check the provider’s applicable accreditation information.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, application deadlines and recognition of prior learning arrangements, if applicable.
- Ask the provider for the current qualification structure, assessment approach, study format, duration and total costs before enrolling.
- Confirm whether any examinations, practical activities or workplace-related requirements apply to the current offering.