Master of Business Administration
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Master of Business Administration is an advanced postgraduate qualification focused broadly on business administration and generic management. It is listed at NQF Level 9 on the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework and carries 221 credits. The supplied record identifies the University of the Free State as the originator.
Who might consider this qualification?
People seeking advanced postgraduate study in business administration or generic management may consider this qualification. Suitability and admission depend on the provider’s published requirements, which should be confirmed directly.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further development relevant to business and management-related work, particularly where advanced management knowledge is valued. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, promotion or professional registration, and no specific related careers are mapped in the supplied evidence.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Business administration
- Generic management
- Advanced management thinking
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Master of Business Administration
- SAQA ID
- 94841
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 9
- Minimum credits
- 221
- Field
- 3
- Subfield
- Generic Management
- Originator
- University of the Free State
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record requires verification and shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024.
- Confirm that the institution and programme are authorised and that the qualification is available for new enrolment.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
- Confirm the assessment format, study expectations and any workplace or practical requirements that may apply.
- Ask the provider to confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 94841, NQF level and credit value before making a decision.