Doctor of Commerce
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Doctor of Commerce is an advanced doctoral qualification in the Finance, Economics and Accounting field. At NQF Level 10, it is oriented towards high-level scholarly and research work in commerce-related disciplines. The supplied record indicates that its registration period ended on 30 June 2024, and its current status requires verification.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced scholarly or research-focused development in finance, economics, accounting or related commerce areas. Suitability and admission should be confirmed with the institution and against the applicable requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support advanced research, academic or specialist analytical work in commerce-related areas, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. No specific related careers are mapped in the supplied information.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced research and scholarly inquiry
- Critical and analytical thinking in commerce-related fields
- High-level analysis of finance, economics or accounting issues
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Commerce
- SAQA ID
- 109317
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- 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 before making any enrolment decision, as the supplied registration-end date is 30 June 2024.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is valid.
- Check the institution’s current admission requirements and selection process.
- Ask for details of the assessment, research and any dissertation or other completion requirements before enrolling.
- Confirm whether any workplace, research supervision or attendance requirements apply to the current offering.
- Check the qualification title, SAQA ID 109317, NQF level and credit value against the provider’s current information.