Occupational Certificate: Mining Engineering Manager
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a Level 7 occupational qualification focused on the management of mining engineering activities. It is positioned within Engineering and Related Design and carries 480 credits, indicating a substantial programme of study and preparation for responsibilities associated with mining engineering management.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in progressing towards management responsibilities in mining engineering, particularly those seeking an occupational qualification connected to the mining and engineering environment, may consider it. Prospective learners should confirm that their background and circumstances meet the provider’s requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for mining engineering management-related responsibilities by combining an occupational focus with an engineering and design orientation. It does not guarantee employment, appointment to a management role or professional registration. The relevant career pathways and workplace expectations should be confirmed with an authorised provider and prospective employers.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Mining engineering management
- Engineering-related operational coordination
- Technical management in a mining environment
- Planning and oversight of mining engineering activities
QCTO Qualification & Accredited Providers
This SAQA qualification is also present in the QCTO occupational qualifications data available to Edupstairs.
- QCTO qualification
- Mining Engineering Manager
- Quality Partner
- MQA
- NQF level
- 7
- Credits
- 480
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Occupational Certificate: Mining Engineering Manager
- SAQA ID
- 119266
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 480
- Field
- 6
- Subfield
- Engineering and Related Design
- Originator
- DQP MQA
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2027-06-21
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status before enrolling.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer this specific qualification.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements and whether your prior education or experience is suitable.
- Ask for the full curriculum, learning schedule and assessment arrangements.
- Confirm whether workplace learning, practical training or access to a suitable mining environment is required.
- Check the total fees, study format, learner support and completion conditions directly with the provider.