Higher Certificate in Public Management
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About this qualification
The Higher Certificate in Public Management is a 120-credit, NQF Level 5 higher education qualification in the Public Administration subfield. It is intended to provide an introductory foundation for understanding and working with public management and administration concepts.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in building a foundation in public management or public administration may consider this qualification, particularly those exploring administrative and management-related work in public-sector contexts. This is general guidance and does not confirm admission eligibility.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further development toward public management and public administration-related work by providing a foundation in the field. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational understanding of public management
- Foundational understanding of public administration
- Administrative and organisational skills
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Higher Certificate in Public Management
- SAQA ID
- 117953
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 3
- Subfield
- Public Administration
- Originator
- Damelin
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the recorded registration end date is 30 June 2024 and current status has not been confirmed.
- Confirm that the institution is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is approved.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any workplace or practical requirements that may apply.
- Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 117953, NQF level and credit value match the offering you are considering.