Higher Certificate in Operations Management
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About this qualification
The Higher Certificate in Operations Management is a 120-credit HEQSF qualification at NQF Level 5 in the Generic Management subfield. It is intended to provide foundational higher-education preparation related to managing and coordinating organisational operations.
What this qualification may cover
- Foundational study in operations management
- Generic management concepts related to organisational operations
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in developing a foundation in operations management and generic management, particularly those considering work or further study related to organisational operations. This guidance does not establish admission eligibility.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for entry-level or developing responsibilities related to operations and general management, depending on the individual’s experience and an employer’s requirements. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Understanding of operations management principles
- Basic organisational and management awareness
- Operations coordination awareness
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Higher Certificate in Operations Management
- SAQA ID
- 98826
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 3
- Subfield
- Generic Management
- Originator
- Production Management Institute of Southern Africa (PMI)
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied registration snapshot shows an end date of 30 June 2024 and no current status is confirmed.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer this specific qualification and that its accreditation or approval remains valid.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and whether any workplace-related requirements apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 98826, NQF level and credit value with the provider and SAQA before making a financial commitment.