Bachelor of Commerce in Human Resource Management

Code: 120728 • NQF 7 • 360 credits (≈ 3600 hours)

Programme: Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
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About this programme

This qualification equips learners with essential knowledge and skills in Information Technology, fostering independence, self-discipline, time management, and critical thinking. It emphasizes ethical and professional conduct, social responsibility in handling digital information, and cultural awareness in tech use. Learners are prepared for diverse IT career paths and develop entrepreneurial abilities by integrating IT principles with other disciplines. The qualification aims to grow the pool of IT graduates who can contribute meaningfully to the digital economy and society.

Modules
  • Business Management 3A – 28 credits(≈ 280 hours)
    Code: The ability to organise work requirements so as to meet set deadlines.
    This module is strategically crafted to facilitate an all-encompassing research project. The culmination of this project results in several noteworthy outcomes: 1. Understanding and Explaining Research Findings: Students will learn to effectively summarize and explain what they discover during their research. This involves drawing conclusions, spotting patterns or trends in the data, and making sense of the findings in the context of the research question, problem statement and literature review. 2. Creating a Research Report, Research Poster and Perfecting Presentation Skills: The most significant part of the research project involves preparing a detailed research report and a visually informative research poster. These materials will showcase the project, including the research problem, questions, the literature, research methods, discoveries, and implications. Students will also work on mastering their presentation skills to effectively share their research with peers and instructors. 3. Cultivating Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Abilities: Throughout the duration of this module, students are actively encouraged to immerse themselves in critical thinking and problem-solving. The challenges and complexities students encounter while conducting research will help them become better at addressing real-world research issues in the future. By the culmination of this module, students will have not only successfully conducted a research project but will also have honed their expertise in research analysis and reporting. They will emerge well-prepared to confront research challenges head-on, formulate precise hypotheses, adeptly design experiments, competently gather and analyze data, and eloquently communicate their findings. This versatile skill set extends its utility across academic, professional, and research-oriented domains, empowering students for diverse and impactful roles in their future endeavours.
  • Business Management 3B – 28 credits(≈ 280 hours)
    Code: The ability to identify and suggest possible solutions to a problem.
    This module is strategically crafted to facilitate an all-encompassing research project. The culmination of this project results in several noteworthy outcomes: 1. Understanding and Explaining Research Findings: Students will learn to effectively summarize and explain what they discover during their research. This involves drawing conclusions, spotting patterns or trends in the data, and making sense of the findings in the context of the research question, problem statement and literature review. 2. Creating a Research Report, Research Poster and Perfecting Presentation Skills: The most significant part of the research project involves preparing a detailed research report and a visually informative research poster. These materials will showcase the project, including the research problem, questions, the literature, research methods, discoveries, and implications. Students will also work on mastering their presentation skills to effectively share their research with peers and instructors. 3. Cultivating Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Abilities: Throughout the duration of this module, students are actively encouraged to immerse themselves in critical thinking and problem-solving. The challenges and complexities students encounter while conducting research will help them become better at addressing real-world research issues in the future. By the culmination of this module, students will have not only successfully conducted a research project but will also have honed their expertise in research analysis and reporting. They will emerge well-prepared to confront research challenges head-on, formulate precise hypotheses, adeptly design experiments, competently gather and analyze data, and eloquently communicate their findings. This versatile skill set extends its utility across academic, professional, and research-oriented domains, empowering students for diverse and impactful roles in their future endeavours.
  • Human Resource Management 2B – 28 credits(≈ 280 hours)
    Code: A knowledge of the use of technology.
    This module is strategically crafted to facilitate an all-encompassing research project. The culmination of this project results in several noteworthy outcomes: 1. Understanding and Explaining Research Findings: Students will learn to effectively summarize and explain what they discover during their research. This involves drawing conclusions, spotting patterns or trends in the data, and making sense of the findings in the context of the research question, problem statement and literature review. 2. Creating a Research Report, Research Poster and Perfecting Presentation Skills: The most significant part of the research project involves preparing a detailed research report and a visually informative research poster. These materials will showcase the project, including the research problem, questions, the literature, research methods, discoveries, and implications. Students will also work on mastering their presentation skills to effectively share their research with peers and instructors. 3. Cultivating Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Abilities: Throughout the duration of this module, students are actively encouraged to immerse themselves in critical thinking and problem-solving. The challenges and complexities students encounter while conducting research will help them become better at addressing real-world research issues in the future. By the culmination of this module, students will have not only successfully conducted a research project but will also have honed their expertise in research analysis and reporting. They will emerge well-prepared to confront research challenges head-on, formulate precise hypotheses, adeptly design experiments, competently gather and analyze data, and eloquently communicate their findings. This versatile skill set extends its utility across academic, professional, and research-oriented domains, empowering students for diverse and impactful roles in their future endeavours.
  • Human Resource Management 3A – 28 credits(≈ 280 hours)
    Code: The ability to use technology and other methods of presentation for communication purposes.
    This module is strategically crafted to facilitate an all-encompassing research project. The culmination of this project results in several noteworthy outcomes: 1. Understanding and Explaining Research Findings: Students will learn to effectively summarize and explain what they discover during their research. This involves drawing conclusions, spotting patterns or trends in the data, and making sense of the findings in the context of the research question, problem statement and literature review. 2. Creating a Research Report, Research Poster and Perfecting Presentation Skills: The most significant part of the research project involves preparing a detailed research report and a visually informative research poster. These materials will showcase the project, including the research problem, questions, the literature, research methods, discoveries, and implications. Students will also work on mastering their presentation skills to effectively share their research with peers and instructors. 3. Cultivating Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Abilities: Throughout the duration of this module, students are actively encouraged to immerse themselves in critical thinking and problem-solving. The challenges and complexities students encounter while conducting research will help them become better at addressing real-world research issues in the future. By the culmination of this module, students will have not only successfully conducted a research project but will also have honed their expertise in research analysis and reporting. They will emerge well-prepared to confront research challenges head-on, formulate precise hypotheses, adeptly design experiments, competently gather and analyze data, and eloquently communicate their findings. This versatile skill set extends its utility across academic, professional, and research-oriented domains, empowering students for diverse and impactful roles in their future endeavours.
  • IT Fundamentals – 28 credits(≈ 280 hours)
    Code: ELO2
    This module develops the ability to use computing fundamentals, design methods, and logical reasoning to create and test effective problem-solving solutions.
  • IT Reporting and Systems – 28 credits(≈ 280 hours)
    Code: ELO7
    This module develops the ability to apply IT principles and integrate cross-disciplinary knowledge in creating reports and systems that address real-world challenges.
  • IT Research – 28 credits(≈ 280 hours)
    Code: ELO3
    This module teaches learners to research Information Technology topics using appropriate methods and present findings in a structured report or presentation.
  • Literature review in IT – 28 credits(≈ 280 hours)
    Code: ELO5
    This module develops reading, writing, and oral communication skills to research, report, and present IT-related topics, proposals, and multimedia system projects.
  • Principles and concepts of Information Technology. – 28 credits(≈ 280 hours)
    Code: ELO1
    This module develops learners' ability to locate, organise, interpret, and integrate key principles and concepts of Information Technology for practical understanding and application.
  • Research Final Project – 27 credits(≈ 270 hours)
    Code: The ability to collect, analyse and present information.
    This module is strategically crafted to facilitate an all-encompassing research project. The culmination of this project results in several noteworthy outcomes: 1. Understanding and Explaining Research Findings: Students will learn to effectively summarize and explain what they discover during their research. This involves drawing conclusions, spotting patterns or trends in the data, and making sense of the findings in the context of the research question, problem statement and literature review. 2. Creating a Research Report, Research Poster and Perfecting Presentation Skills: The most significant part of the research project involves preparing a detailed research report and a visually informative research poster. These materials will showcase the project, including the research problem, questions, the literature, research methods, discoveries, and implications. Students will also work on mastering their presentation skills to effectively share their research with peers and instructors. 3. Cultivating Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Abilities: Throughout the duration of this module, students are actively encouraged to immerse themselves in critical thinking and problem-solving. The challenges and complexities students encounter while conducting research will help them become better at addressing real-world research issues in the future. By the culmination of this module, students will have not only successfully conducted a research project but will also have honed their expertise in research analysis and reporting. They will emerge well-prepared to confront research challenges head-on, formulate precise hypotheses, adeptly design experiments, competently gather and analyze data, and eloquently communicate their findings. This versatile skill set extends its utility across academic, professional, and research-oriented domains, empowering students for diverse and impactful roles in their future endeavours.
  • Research Methodology – 27 credits(≈ 270 hours)
    Code: The ability to work as a member of a team.
    This module addresses the synergy between quantitative and qualitative approaches in forming a single research process. It will allow students to comprehend the research process, from the simple beginnings of research design to data analysis and research reporting.
  • Responsible use of Technology – 27 credits(≈ 270 hours)
    Code: ELO6
    This module promotes responsible use of technology through adherence to regulated practices in laboratory environments.
  • Team Collaboration in IT projects – 27 credits(≈ 270 hours)
    Code: ELO4
    This module builds teamwork skills by enabling learners to collaborate effectively to achieve shared goals, from topic discussions to completing complex projects.
Learning Outcomes (13)
Linked to modules: 13 of 13
  • 1.1Social responsibility in dealing with computers and computerised information related to the confidentiality and security of personal or company data is demonstrated.
  • 1.2Responsibility is taken for the application of IT knowledge and skills acquired in a business environment.
  • 2.1 The underlying technology, and the theory of systems development and management of IT projects are applied in a practical manner to solve business related problems.
  • 3.1 Knowledge on information systems is systematized, integrated and consolidated to supply information storage and retrieval solutions.
  • 4.1 Communication and group/team work skills are used to produce computer IT solutions.
  • 5.1 The complexities of running a real-world system development project are appreciated.
  • 6.1 The effects of electronic vandalism and electronic fraud are understood.
  • 6.2The ethical and cultural issues in the relationship between cultures and the use of Information Technology is understood and related to the need to act professionally, ethically and with personal integrity.
  • 7.1 Entrepreneurial opportunities and skills developed through the use of principles and concepts of Information Technology are integrated with knowledge from other related disciplines.
  • 7.2 The many career opportunities available in the various fields which make up the discipline of Information Technology are identified.
  • 7.3 The underlying technology, and the theory of systems development and management of IT projects are applied in a practical manner to solve business related problems.
  • 7.4 A real-world document information system is developed and implemented through problem analysis, system design, programming and management skills application.
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