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Higher Certificate in Financial Management

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SAQA ID100816
NQF Level5
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Higher Certificate in Financial Management is a 120-credit, NQF Level 5 higher education qualification in the Finance, Economics and Accounting subfield. It is intended to provide foundational preparation related to financial management rather than represent a guarantee of employment or professional registration.

What this qualification may cover

  • Foundational financial management knowledge within the Finance, Economics and Accounting field

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people seeking an introductory higher education qualification related to financial management, subject to the provider’s current admission requirements and the qualification’s verified status.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further study or entry-level work related to financial management, depending on the learner’s experience, additional skills and employer requirements. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational financial management skills
  • Basic financial administration skills
  • Ability to engage with finance, economics and accounting concepts

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Higher Certificate in Financial Management
SAQA ID
100816
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
120
Field
3
Subfield
Finance Economics and Accounting
Originator
Lyceum College (Pty) Ltd
Registration end in source dataset
2023-06-30
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 status, as the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2023 and does not confirm current registration.
  • Confirm that the provider is currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
  • Confirm the assessment arrangements and whether any workplace-based requirements apply.
  • Check that the qualification title, SAQA ID 100816, NQF level and credit value match the current provider and SAQA information.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.