Higher Certificate in Supply Chain Management
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About this qualification
The Higher Certificate in Supply Chain Management is an NQF Level 5, 120-credit higher education qualification focused on supply chain management, with a particular connection to the procurement field. It may provide an introductory foundation for understanding and supporting supply chain and procurement activities.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may suit people interested in procurement, supply chain operations and related business support work, including those considering a pathway towards supply chain practitioner roles. This is general guidance and does not confirm admission eligibility.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for work related to supply chain and procurement practice, including the approved related career of Supply Chain Practitioner. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or eligibility for a particular role.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational supply chain management understanding
- Procurement-related knowledge
- Supply chain coordination awareness
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Higher Certificate in Supply Chain Management
- SAQA ID
- 119054
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 3
- Subfield
- Procurement
- Originator
- Berea College of Technology (Pty) Ltd
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2025-04-21
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and availability before enrolling; the supplied record includes a registration-end snapshot dated 21 April 2025, while current status is not confirmed.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific delivery site or mode is covered by that authorisation.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and whether any workplace, practical or experiential requirements apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA identification number 119054, NQF level and credit value on the provider’s current information before making payment.