Diploma in Economics
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About this qualification
The Diploma in Economics is a higher-education qualification focused on understanding economic activity, financial and economic systems, and the factors that influence decisions by households, businesses and public institutions. It is positioned at NQF Level 6 and carries 360 credits within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may suit people interested in economics, finance, business or public-sector economic issues who want a formal diploma-level foundation in the field. Prospective students should confirm the provider’s published admission requirements before applying.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation for further study or for work involving economic, financial or business information. It may support relevance to entry-level roles where economic understanding is useful, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment or admission to a particular occupation.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Understanding economic concepts and relationships
- Interpreting economic and financial information
- Analytical and quantitative reasoning
- Applying economic thinking to business or public-sector contexts
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma in Economics
- SAQA ID
- 96795
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 360
- 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 status, as the available registration record shows an end date of 30 June 2024 and the current status should not be assumed.
- Confirm that the institution and specific programme are authorised or accredited for the relevant offering.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, application deadlines and recognition of prior learning arrangements, if applicable.
- Ask the provider for the current curriculum, assessment approach, study format and any examination or workplace-related requirements.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 96795, NQF level and credit value on the provider’s official information before making a decision.
- Check whether the qualification is open for new enrolment and whether any transition arrangements apply.