School of Administration & Management
Diploma in Management elective focus area in Fire Management
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Qualification / Course Information
Minimum Duration:
3 Years
Minimum Credits:
365
NQF Level:
6
SAQA:
117869
MODE:
Distance Learning
CAMPUS:
Distance Learning
LANGUAGE:
English
COURSE OVERVIEW
The Diploma in Management is a comprehensive qualification in management and designed specifically for managers and aspiring managers on all levels and in all spheres of business.
The fourteen (14) elective focus areas within the Diploma in Management enables the student to select a elective that meets the diverse roles and responsibilities required by a range of industries in the public and private sectors.
FURTHER STUDY OPPORTUNITIES
After successful completion of the Diploma in Management (NQF 6), the student may articulate to a relevant Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) or Bachelor's degree (NQF 7).
SUPPORT OFFERED
Student support is enhanced through our online interactive communication tool, electronic documents and websites, e-journals and e-books, management related videos, interactive feedback and supportive communication at all times.
Entry Requirements
THE ADMISSION CRITERIA FOR THE DIPLOMA IN MANAGEMENT ARE:
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a Senior Certificate (SC); OR
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a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a minimum of 40% in four recognized 20-credit modules, including English Home Language or First Additional Language; OR
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a National Senior Certificate – Vocational Level 4 (NC(V)) with a minimum of 50% in three fundamental subjects, including English; and a minimum of 60% in three vocational subjects; OR
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a STADIO Certificate or Higher Certificate in Management on NQF Level 5; OR
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a Higher Certificate (NQF 5) in a cognate field
NAMIBIAN STUDENTS:
Alternative Admission Requirements
- 25 points over 6 modules
STADIO is committed to achieving inclusion and to overcome barriers to access and success in higher education. Applicants who do not meet the stated admission criteria, but who have relevant work experience and/or prior learning may apply for admission under the policy on Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). STADIO admits a maximum of 10% per cohort via RPL. The implementation of RPL is context-specific, in terms of discipline, programme and level. Further information may be obtained from your Student Recruitment Advisor.
COURSE CURRICULUM
Diploma in Management elective focus area in Fire Management
1st YEAR MODULES
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Business Communication I
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Fire Management I
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Fire Safety Legislation
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Management Practice I
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Project Management I
2nd YEAR MODULES
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End-user Computing
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Fire Management II
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Fire Risk Management
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Labour Law I
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Management Practice II
3rd YEAR MODULES
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Fire Management III
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Management of Incident Command Systems
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Management Practice III
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Project Management II
PLEASE NOTE:
The Diploma in Management consists of 14 modules. Please note a student can register for a maximum of only five (5) modules per year. The structures of the elective focus areas on the previous page have been divided into years 1, 2 and 3. Compulsory modules are Management Practice I, II and III (MAN100, MAN200 & MAN300), Business Communication (BCU100) and End User Computing (EUC152).
Download Information Pack for a detailed breakdown of the structure of each of the 14 electives focua areas.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Below are some key career opportunities that you may consider once you have completed this qualification:
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Accountancy
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Business and Marketing Management
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Disaster Risk Management
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Fleet Management
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Human Resource Management
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Logistics Management
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Occupational Health and Safety Management
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Project Management
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Public Sector Financial Management
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Public Sector Management
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Public Supply Chain Management
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Public Transport and Fleet Management
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Records Management