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Master of Business Administration

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SAQA ID87171
NQF Level8
Credits240
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a 240-credit, NQF level 8 postgraduate qualification in the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework. It is associated with business administration and the Finance, Economics and Accounting subfield. The supplied record indicates that its registration period ended on 31 December 2018, and its current SAQA status requires verification.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in advanced business administration studies, particularly in contexts related to finance, economics and accounting, might consider this qualification. This is general guidance only and does not establish admission eligibility.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further development relevant to business administration and finance, economics and accounting contexts. It should not be treated as a guarantee of employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. Because the supplied record shows a registration-end date and requires verification, prospective learners should confirm whether it is available for new enrolment or achievement.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Business administration skills
  • Business and organisational management skills
  • Understanding of finance, economics and accounting contexts

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Master of Business Administration
SAQA ID
87171
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
240
Field
3
Subfield
Finance Economics and Accounting
Originator
Nelson Mandela University
Registration end in source dataset
2018-12-31
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.

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