National Certificate: Marketing Research
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About this qualification
The National Certificate: Marketing Research is an NQF Level 4 qualification in the Marketing subfield. It is focused on developing a foundation for work involving the gathering and use of information about markets, customers and marketing activity. The qualification carries 134 credits.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may suit people interested in entry-level marketing research and in developing a foundation for analysing information relevant to markets and customers. It should be considered as guidance rather than confirmation that a person meets any particular admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support a pathway towards work related to the Market Research Analyst career. This indicates occupational relevance, not guaranteed employment, appointment or progression into that career. The qualification's historical registration information should be checked before relying on it for current study or career planning.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational marketing research skills
- Gathering and working with market-related information
- Analytical skills relevant to market research
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- National Certificate: Marketing Research
- SAQA ID
- 20894
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 4
- Minimum credits
- 134
- Field
- 3
- Subfield
- Marketing
- Originator
- SGB MARK
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2008-02-19
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification's current SAQA status directly, as the available record requires verification and includes a historical registration-end snapshot dated 19 February 2008.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification, where applicable.
- Check the provider's admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any workplace or practical requirements that may apply.
- Confirm that the qualification is available for new enrolment and that the provider's offering matches the official qualification record.