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balance of knowledge, practical application and skills.

DEGREEHIGHER CERTIFICATE CONTACT DISTANCE FULL-TIME

 IIE HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE
2 YEARS DISTANCE | NQF LEVEL 5 | MINIMUM 120 CREDITS | SAQA ID: 71637

Curriculum
Year 1
Semester 1 Semester 2

Code Module Name NQF Credits Code Module Name NQF Credits

DIAL5111 Digital and Academic Literacies 5 15 INAC5111 Introduction to Accounting 1A 5 15

Introduction to Quantitative Project Management and

IQTT5111 5 15 PRMA5122 5 15
Thinking and Techniques Administration

Business Management & Business Management and

BMAD5121 5 15 BMAD5112 5 15
Administration A Administration B

Year 2

Semester 3

ACSO5112 Accounting Software 5 15

XBPP5129 Work Integrated Learning 5 15

Admission requirements
NSC: HC pass with English 30%

NC(V): HC pass English 40%

SC: Endorsement - none English 33.3%

SC(a): HC pass with A minimum of 30% in LOLT on NSC/ SC(a) OR with a min. of 33.3% on SC

International A SAQA Evaluation Certificate with NSC Level 4 equivalence with at least 30 % or
equivalent for English.

Should you have any other school leaving qualification not mentioned above, please contact a student advisor.

Note:
• Curriculum and content are subject to change.
• Students will be required to register per academic year.
• Fees stated are per academic year and not for the full qualification.
• Students who are unsuccessful in a module(s) will need to reregister.

Career opportunities
• Project Administrator/Coordinator
• Office Administrator/Coordinator
• Assisting a Project Manager
• Executive Assistant
• Secretary
• Administration Clerk
• Receptionist
• Entry level Accounts Clerk

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF AN IIE DISTANCE (ONLINE) QUALIFICATION?

The IIE’s distance (online) delivery mode provides you with the agility of studying towards a tertiary qualification
asynchronously, at different times from different locations. Distance students need to commit to approximately 20-25
hours a week for distance engagement (most of which is after hours) with material and assessments to succeed.

Here are some of the benefits you can expect:

• A sequenced online learning environment that allows you the ability to manage your learning experiences
flexibly and autonomously.
• A learner guide designed to lead you through the module material and learning outcomes, empowering you to
effectively pace your learning in preparation for assessments.

Please note that this fact sheet is accurate at the time of publication. The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE) reserves the right to alter any of the content prior to commencement of
registration due to changes in regulation, policy, market requirements, or any other valid reason. November 2023_v2

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 IIE HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE
2 YEARS DISTANCE | NQF LEVEL 5 | MINIMUM 120 CREDITS | SAQA ID: 71637

• Our Learning Management System is designed to break up your learning units into manageable sections
which include various activities to support learning.
• Module expert online lecturers that facilitate module teaching and learning support through various technology
enhanced mediums.
• Online Success Navigators provide administrative and operational guidance and support throughout your
academic journey.
• A professionally registered Student Wellness Manager/Counsellor available for short-term, primary counselling
services. Additionally, the Student Wellness Manager/Counsellor hosts various webinars and virtual talks on
topics that promote a balanced lifestyle as you pursue your academic goals.

Device Specifications:
• The appropriate technology equipment and tools are essential to succeed in distance (online) study.
• A reliable internet connection (we recommend 5-10 GB of data per month), your own device with
at least Windows 8 or macOS 10.15 (Microsoft Office 365 is available as a free download for IIE students),
and Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge Chromium or Firefox.
• An uninterrupted power supply is also highly recommended.

EXAMINATION CENTRE OPTIONS FOR ASSESSMENTS WRITTEN ON CAMPUS

From 2024, we are planning to potentially enable you to write some of your exams online, which will be invigilated.
• Your device needs to fulfil the minimum requirements as above with internet connectivity, a working
webcam and audio recording ability, with battery life sufficient for the exam duration in case of power outage
once the exam has started.
• Whilst Android devices and tablets can be used for your studies, they cannot be used for online exams.
• You are responsible for making contingency plans in case of planned power outages.
• You need to be alone in a quiet environment for writing your exams online.
• Selected final semester exams as indicated on your Programme Assessment Schedule (PAS) may be
written online, at an IIE campus, or at an approved exam centre where appropriate.

WHERE ASSESSMENTS CANNOT BE WRITTEN ONLINE OR STUDENTS DO NOT HAVE

ACCESS TO AN APPROPRIATE DEVICE
• For students based in South Africa, online students may select any campus of The IIE’s Varsity College,
Rosebank College, Vega, or IIE MSA as their Examination Centre.
• An alternative examination centre is only permissible for students studying abroad and those located in a
province of South Africa where there is no IIE campus. If there is no IIE campus within reach, an alternative
venue will need to be sourced by you. For non-IIE venues, there is an alternative venue levy per module.

HOW WILL THE IIE’S VARSITY COLLEGE SUPPORT YOUR ONLINE LEARNING AS A
DISTANCE (ONLINE) STUDENT, AND HOW WILL IT HELP PREPARE YOU FOR THE
WORKING WORLD?

Our distance teaching and learning approach is designed to allow you the freedom to self-govern your learning
experiences according to your individual needs. You are at the centre of your own learning journey, and by offering
curated engagement opportunities, we partner with you to:

• Engage with subject material

• Build understanding
• Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Manage your work, life and studies
• Succeed in your personal, professional and academic goals.

THE IIE IS ACCREDITED AS AN INDEPENDENT HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTION BY THE BRITISH ACCREDITATION COUNCIL.

Please note that this fact sheet is accurate at the time of publication. The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE) reserves the right to alter any of the content prior to commencement of registration due to
changes in regulation, policy, market requirements, or any other valid reason.November 2023_v2