Qualification

Bachelor of Public Administration: General Management

Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.

SAQA ID20549
NQF Level6
Credits440
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Bachelor of Public Administration: General Management is a higher-education degree focused on public administration and general management. It may help learners build a broad understanding of how administrative and management responsibilities operate in public-sector contexts.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may interest people seeking a broad foundation in public administration and general management, particularly those considering administrative or management-related work in public-sector settings. It should not be treated as an admission rule or a guarantee of suitability for a specific role.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for further opportunities related to public administration, general management and administrative work. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. Because the recorded registration end date is 31 December 2018 and current status requires verification, prospective learners should confirm whether it is available for new enrolment before making decisions.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • General management awareness
  • Public administration awareness
  • Administrative and organisational skills

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Public Administration: General Management
SAQA ID
20549
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
6
Minimum credits
440
Field
3
Subfield
Public Administration
Originator
University of the Free State
Registration end in source dataset
2018-12-31
Verification status: Requires Verification. The imported SAQA file is a historical dataset snapshot; current registration must be separately verified before Edupstairs describes it as current.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether new enrolment is permitted.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is legitimate.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements, fees, delivery format and application deadlines.
  • Ask the provider for the current qualification information, including its curriculum, assessment arrangements and any workplace or practical requirements.
  • Confirm how the qualification will be recorded or recognised after completion, especially given the recorded registration end date.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.