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Higher Certificate in Economic Development

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SAQA ID97071
NQF Level5
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This 120-credit Higher Certificate is an NQF Level 5 higher-education qualification focused on economic development within the Finance, Economics and Accounting subfield. It is designed to provide foundational knowledge in understanding economic development issues and related economic and financial contexts.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may be considered by people seeking an introductory higher-education qualification related to economic development, economics or finance, subject to the provider’s published admission requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide foundational knowledge relevant to further study or to work contexts connected with economic development and related economic or financial activities. No specific related careers were supplied, and the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational understanding of economic development
  • Basic engagement with economic and financial concepts
  • Ability to discuss economic development issues in a structured way

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Higher Certificate in Economic Development
SAQA ID
97071
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
120
Field
3
Subfield
Finance Economics and Accounting
Originator
University of the Western Cape
Registration end in source dataset
2024-06-30
Verification status: Requires Verification. The imported SAQA file is a historical dataset snapshot; current registration must be separately verified before Edupstairs describes it as current.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status before applying, as the supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is valid.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements, application deadlines and selection procedures.
  • Ask the provider for current information about assessment arrangements and any study, practical or workplace requirements.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 97071, NQF level and credit value on the provider’s official information before enrolling.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.