Doctor of Administration
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Doctor of Administration is a doctoral-level higher education qualification in the Finance, Economics and Accounting subfield. It represents advanced study in administration and is set at NQF Level 10, with 360 credits. The available information does not provide enough detail to describe its specific curriculum or research requirements.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic development in administration, particularly in contexts related to finance, economics and accounting. Suitability depends on the institution’s current admission requirements and the applicant’s prior qualifications and experience.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support advanced academic, administrative, analytical or leadership-oriented career development related to its field. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career. No specific related career pathways are identified in the available information.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced understanding of administration
- Higher-level analytical thinking in finance, economics and accounting contexts
- Advanced academic or research-oriented capability
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Administration
- SAQA ID
- 5807
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 3
- Subfield
- Finance Economics and Accounting
- Originator
- University of South Africa
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status directly with SAQA, as the available registration information indicates an end date of 30 June 2024 and does not confirm current status.
- Confirm that the university or other provider is currently authorised to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, including any prior qualification or experience requirements.
- Ask the provider for the current curriculum, research or assessment requirements, credit structure and expected completion arrangements.
- Confirm whether any workplace, research supervision or other practical requirements apply.
- Obtain written confirmation of current availability before making an application or payment.