Course Description

The public administration implements government policies that promote the development and
welfare of the country’s population using the country’s resources. Public managers occupy

• At the central, provincial and local spheres of government.
• In related government agencies and parastatal institutions

– N6, it enables learners to progressively obtain the National N Diploma once the required
practical work component is completed.

Entry Requirements

• A Senior Certificate ; or
• An appropriate National Certificate: N3; or National Senior Certificate ; or
• An equivalent qualification

Programme Outline

First Year 1st Semester Subjects:

• Public Administration N4

• Computer Practice N4
• Management Communication N4
• Entrepreneurship and Business Management N4

First Year 2nd Semester Subjects:

• Public Administration N5
• Public Finance N5
• Municipal Administration N5
• Computer Practice N5

Second Year 1st Semester Subjects:

• Municipal Administration N6
• Public Administration N6
• Public Finance N6
• Public Law N6

Programme Duration

• Full time: 18 Months (6 Months per Level)

Examination

• Department of Higher Education & Training (DHET) is the only Examination body responsible to set and administer National Examinations.

• Only students who have registered and complied with the administration requirement will be allowed to write examination.

Learner Material

• A list of textbooks will be provided by the Campus Academic Department.
• All textbooks are excluded from the tuition fees.

Pricing

Enquire at campus for a current programme pricelist.

* Excludes external fees and identified textbooks if applicable.

Additional Costs

• There are additional costs such as text books, and some Engineering accessories .
  Additional assessment fees may be applicable.

Results And Certification

• Certificates and diplomas are issued by the DHET.
• All qualifications are nationally recognised by industry and universities
• All result letters will only be issued by the DHET
• Release of statements of results and certificates are dependent on DHET timelines.

Upon successful completion of this programme, learners will receive a:

• National Certificate at each level N3, N4, N5, N6
• National N Diploma in Public Management (on completion of N4-N6 and 18 months of in- service training).

Articulation

A candidate who has successfully completed the N4, N5 and N6 Certificates, may pursue the following path to obtain the National N Diploma, as per Report 191 by the DHET. The

candidate must have:

• A minimum of 12 advanced instructional offerings, with at least a pass in three maximum of five N4 instructional offerings.

• 2 instructional offerings at N6 level must be relevant to the candidate’s vocation.
• The candidate must obtain work experience of 18 months in the industry that has as its main function the practical execution of the 2 instructional offerings mentioned above.

Career Opportunities

• Small Business Companies
• Government Departments
• Local Authorities