Doctor of Administration in Public Management
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Doctor of Administration in Public Management is an advanced HEQSF qualification at NQF level 10, carrying 360 credits. It is focused on high-level study in public management and was originated by the University of Pretoria. The qualification record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2024, but its current SAQA status requires verification.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic engagement with public management, particularly those interested in senior-level research or practice in the public-management field. This is general guidance and does not confirm admission eligibility.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support advanced engagement with public-management work and further academic or research interests. No specific related careers are listed, and completing the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Administration in Public Management
- SAQA ID
- 4963
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 3
- Subfield
- Generic Management
- Originator
- University of Pretoria
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the current SAQA registration status and whether the qualification is open for new enrolment.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is legitimate.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider for the current qualification structure, learning content, assessment arrangements and any research or workplace requirements that apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 4963, NQF level and credit value with the provider and SAQA.
- Because the recorded registration end date is 30 June 2024, obtain written confirmation of the qualification’s current availability before making payment or enrolling.