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NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: PUBLIC RELATIONS MANAGEMENT

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SAQA ID114795
NQF Level5
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers1

About this qualification

The National Certificate: Public Relations Management is a 120-credit qualification at NQF Level 5 in the Public Relations subfield of the HEQSF. It is associated with Walter Sisulu University and focuses broadly on the management and practice of public relations.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people interested in public relations, organisational communication and related marketing or communications work. It may be relevant to those seeking foundational preparation for responsibilities in public relations management, subject to the applicable admission and enrolment requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support a pathway towards work related to public relations management and is mapped to the occupation of Advertising and Public Relations Manager. This relationship indicates relevance rather than guaranteed employment, appointment or progression into that occupation.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Public relations communication
  • Public relations management
  • Coordination of public relations activities
  • Communication with organisational stakeholders

Official dataset information

Qualification title
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: PUBLIC RELATIONS MANAGEMENT
SAQA ID
114795
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
120
Field
3
Subfield
Public Relations
Originator
Walter Sisulu University
Registration end in source dataset
2019-07-25
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.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status before making decisions, as the available record includes a registration-end snapshot dated 25 July 2019 and does not confirm current status.
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  • Check the applicable admission requirements directly with the provider.
  • Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and whether any workplace-based or practical requirements apply.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 114795, NQF level, credits and awarding institution in the current provider information.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.