Institute of Business Management National Certificate Public Administration
Outcomes:
Manage service delivery improvement and employ client service delivery techniques
Manage and lead human resources in the workplace
Apply the principles of knowledge management to public sector administration
Plan strategically to improve business performance
Apply South African legislation and policy affecting public administration
Apply the principles of risk management to manage risk situations in the public sector
Design, formulate public sector policies and regulations
Entry Requirements:
Senior Certificate or a FET Certificate or equivalent qualification
Be competent in Communication at NQF Level 4 and Mathematical Literacy NQF Level 4 (Grade 12)
Recommended to be competent in:
- Unit Standard titled Demonstrate an understanding of and apply principles of knowledge management to public sector administration and management, Level 4, 8 credits.
- National Certificate in Business Administration Services Level 4 or
- Financial Management Level 4 or
- FET Certificate Accounting level 4.
Course information
National Certificate in Public Administration – NQF 5 – 141 credits
Formative and Summative Assignments
Duration: 12 – 24 months
Language of instruction – English
Certification
Your IBM PSETA Certificate will be issued indicating credits earned and outcomes covered
Well-qualified, efficient, client-orientated public officials – a priority in any Public Office environment. This qualification is a career pathway towards an accomplished public administration and management specialist. It will enhance the ability of successful learners to perform necessary administration tasks as well as improve management abilities. It enables transferability of skills between the private and public sector.
The qualification contributes to the upliftment of the South African economy in line with the aims of existing skills development legislations through enhancing of skill levels of public sector employees.
Qualifying learners should be able to follow various careers within the Public Sector’s:
- Financial Services
- Administration
- Management
- Accounting
- Project/Public Entity Management
In South Africa public service officials operate in a wide variety of roles within the Public Administration and Management structures. Often they work in diverse operating and service delivery circumstances.
It is imperative that municipal officials receive up to date relevant and respected municipal financial administration training that provides the necessary skills and knowledge.
The National Certificate in Public Administration should produce knowledgeable, multi-skilled workers who are able to contribute to improved productivity and efficiency within the public sector. It provides the means for current workers to receive recognition of prior learning, to upgrade their skills and achieve a nationally recognised qualification. It should also assist new entrants to the public sector. It will ensure that the quality of education and training in the public sector is enhanced and of a world-class standard.
Who must do this Qualification
Public Official working in at the operational level.
Course Content
The National Certificate in Public Administration consists of Exit Level Outcomes covering service delivery, knowledge management, formulation of public sector policies, risk management, applying the public sector legislative framework, managing people, leadership, financial administration, project management and information technology for the public sector.
| 4 MONTHS | 6 MONTHS | 8 MONTHS | 10 MONTHS | 12 MONTHS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R 3252 p/m | R 2232 p/m | R 1706 p/m | R 1378 p/m | R 772 p/m |
| Reg Fee R485 | Reg Fee R485 | Reg Fee R485 | Reg Fee R485 | Reg Fee R485 |
| Fin Fee R643 | Fin Fee R1027 | Fin Fee R1283 | Fin Fee R1415 | Fin Fee R1172 |
| Total: R13493 |
Total: R13887 |
Total: R14133 |
Total: R14265 | Total: R14549 |
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