Doctor of Commerce in Marketing
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Doctor of Commerce in Marketing is a doctoral-level qualification focused on advanced study in the marketing field. It is recorded at NQF Level 10 on the HEQSF and carries 360 credits. The qualification’s recorded registration period ended on 30 June 2024, and its current SAQA status should be verified before any enrolment decision.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic or professional development in marketing and who are prepared to investigate marketing at doctoral level. Suitability and admission depend on the provider’s current requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support advanced work involving marketing scholarship, research, analysis or strategic practice. No specific related careers are mapped in the available information, and the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced engagement with marketing as a specialist field
- Research and critical analysis in marketing
- Strategic thinking related to marketing
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Commerce in Marketing
- SAQA ID
- 96927
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 3
- Subfield
- Marketing
- Originator
- Vaal University of Technology
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the recorded registration period ended on 30 June 2024.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that its accreditation or approval remains valid.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and whether applications or enrolment are still available.
- Ask the provider for the current qualification structure, learning content, assessment arrangements and any research or workplace requirements.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 96927, NQF level and credit value with the provider and SAQA before making a payment.