Higher Certificate in Business Analysis
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About this qualification
The Higher Certificate in Business Analysis is a 120-credit qualification at NQF Level 5 in the Information Technology and Computer Sciences subfield. It is intended to provide foundational higher-education preparation in understanding and analysing business needs, with a focus on the relationship between business processes, information and technology.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may suit people interested in developing a foundation in business analysis, particularly those exploring the connection between organisational needs and information technology. Prospective learners should confirm that the qualification’s admission and study requirements match their circumstances.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation for further exploration of business-analysis-related work and study. It does not guarantee employment, appointment to a role or progression into a particular career. No specific related careers have been mapped for this qualification in the available information.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational business analysis
- Analysing organisational needs
- Structured problem-solving
- Communicating business and technology requirements
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Higher Certificate in Business Analysis
- SAQA ID
- 119195
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 10
- Subfield
- Information Technology and Computer Sciences
- Originator
- Berea College of Technology (Pty) Ltd
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2025-06-21
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status before enrolling, as a recorded registration-end date of 21 June 2025 is available but current status is not confirmed.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the advertised programme corresponds to the SAQA qualification.
- Check the admission requirements directly with the provider.
- Ask the provider about the assessment approach, study format, workload and any practical or workplace-related requirements.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 119195, NQF level and credit value in the enrolment documentation.