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CONTENT
PAGEFaculty Structure and Contact Details / 02
Vision and Mission / 02
Admission Requirements – Key Information / 03
Undergraduate Programmes: Admission Requirements
Diploma Programmes / 06
Advanced Diploma Programmes / 07
> Extended BCom Degrees Programmes / 09
Degree Programmes / 10
Postgraduate Programmes: Summary / 11
The right to add, withdraw or in any way change any part or any regulation without prior notification, remains vested in the University. Information correct at the time of printing – February 2016
Feel the Pulse; Live Education; Unleash your Potential.
The Faculty of Economic and Financial Sciences offers a selection of degree and diploma programmes aimed at the growing demand for skills in the fields of accountancy, economics and econometrics, and finance.
The Faculty is well-recognised for the following:
A national leader in producing candidate chartered accountants and chartered management accountants;
A provider of choice for tax consultants and internal audit trainees;
The provision of competitive programmes in the fields of financial management, financial planning, investment management and property valuation and management;
Up-to-date training of economists and econometricians, endowing them with relevant quantitative and financial skills; and
Market-related range of diplomas in Accountancy and Financial Services Operations.
The Faculty has long standing relationships with various professional bodies. Some of the Faculty’s programmes are in fact accredited by the following professional bodies:
Bachelor of Accounting and the relevant Honours programme – accredited by the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA);
BCom (Accounting), accredited by the South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA);
BCom (Finance) and the relevant Honours programmes – accredited by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), the Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa (FPI), and the South African Council for the Property Valuers Profession (SACPVP); and
Diploma in Accountancy – accredited by the Association of Accounting Technicians (SA) – AAT(SA).
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VISION
To be a faculty of academic distinction by internationally recognised standards, embracing the challenges of complexity and diversity of its African environment, in its endeavour to advance knowledge and skills aimed at capacity-building in the fields of Economics and Econometrics, Finance and Accountancy.
FACULTY STRUCTURE
EXECUTIVE DEAN – Prof Amanda Dempsey
VICE DEAN – Prof Sivan Chetty
HEAD OF FACULTY ADMINISTRATION – Ms Maria Manyana
FACULTY OFFICERS
Faculty Marketer – 011 559 3965
FACULTY
CONTACT DETAILS
AUCKLAND PARK KINGSWAY
CAMPUS (APK)
Mrs Karin Pitamber
011 559 3861 /
SOWETO CAMPUS (SWC)
Miss Zoleka Ntozini
011 559 5592 /
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DEPARTMENT / DEPARTMENT OF / DEPARTMENT OF / DEPARTMENT OFOF / COMMERCIAL / ECONOMICS AND / FINANCE AND
ACCOUNTANCY / ACCOUNTING / ECONOMETRICS / INVESTMENT
Head of Department / Head of Department / Head of Department / MANAGEMENT
Prof Alex / Mr Christo / Prof Lumengo / Head of Department
van der Watt / Ackermann / Bonga-Bonga / Mr Carl Anschutz
011 559 3153 / 011 559 5080 / 011 559 2046/2101 / 011 559 3351/3305
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MISSION
Engage the national and international academic community
Advance quality research
Provide first-class education
Establish an enabling academic / working environment
Add to the productive capacity of the country through quality research, effective teaching and relevant programmes.
Admission Requirements – Key Information
Each of the programmes in this prospectus has specific admission requirements. As part of the undergraduate admission requirements students are required to have obtained a minimum AdmissionPoints Score (APS). Points are awarded for the six symbols obtainedin Grade 11 or Grade 12 according to the scale below:
The achievement level (rating) obtained for Life Orientation is NOT included in the calculation of the Admission Point Score (APS).
EXAMPLE
School Subjects / Marks / APSFirst Language (language of teaching and learning) / 65% / 5
Other recognized Language / 71% / 6
Mathematics / 61% / 5
Accounting / 68% / 5
History / 81% / 7
Geography / 86% / 7
Total / 35
Abbreviations
NSC / National Senior Certificate (grade 12 in and after 2008)SC HG / Senior Certificate Higher Grade (grade 12 before 2008)
SC SG / Senior Certificate Standard Grade (grade 12 before 2008)
IEB / Independent Examination Board
HIGCSE / Higher International General Certificate of Secondary Education
IGCSE / Higher General Certificate of Secondary Education
NSSC(HL) / Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate (Higher Level)
NSSC(OL) / Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate (Ordinary Level)
AS / Advanced Subsidiary Level
A Level / Advanced Level
IB(HL) / International Baccalaureate (Higher Levels)
IB(SL) / International Baccalaureate (Standard Levels)
NATIONAL / INTERNATIONAL
APS / NSC / SC HG(M-SCORE) / SC SG(M-SCORE) / IEB / HIGCSE/NSSC(HL) / IGCSE/NSSC(OL) / AS LEVELS / A LEVELS / IB (HL) / IB (SL)
10 / A / 7
9 / B / 6
8 / C / 5
7 / 7 (80-100%) / A / 7 / 1 / A / D / 4 / 7
6 / 6 (70-79%) / B / A / 6 / 2 / B / E / 3 / 6
5 / 5 (60-69%) / C / B / 5 / 3 / A / C / 2 / 5
4 / 4 (50-59%) / D / C / 4 / 4 / B / D / 1 / 4
3 / 3 (40-49%) / E / D / 3 / C / E / 3
2 / 2 (30-39%) / F / E / 2 / D/E / 2
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1 / 1 (0-29%) / G / F / 1 / F/G / 1
A National Certificate (Vocational) – NC(V) (level 4) issued by the
Council for General and Further Education and Training
Admission requirements for candidates with National Certificate (Vocational) – NC(V)
In the Faculty of Economic and Financial Sciences, NC(V) candidates are considered only for Diploma and Extended Degree Programmes.
Fundamental Component / Vocational ComponentProgramme / Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy
English
Mathematics / Mathematical Literacy
Diploma Programmes / 60% / 60% / 70% / 60% in 3 compulsory
(3 years) / vocational subjects
BCom Extended Degree / 70% in 3 compulsory
programmes / 70% / 70% / 80%
vocational subjects
(4 years)
Note 1: Meeting the Faculty’s minimum admission requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme, as specific selection criteria may be applied, within the required enrolment plan.
Note 2: The Diploma and BCom extended degree programmes are presented in English only.
Note 3: The BCom (Accounting) extended degree programme does not provide direct access to the Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Science. However, students who complete the BCom (Accounting) extended degree, may apply for admission to a bridging programme (subject to space, admission requirements and the continued future offering of this programme).
Upon completion of this bridging programme and compliance with specific performance requirements, candidates may then apply for admission to the Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Science.
04Note 4: It is compulsory for applicants to have completed the National Benchmark Test (NBT) prior to registration.
Disclaimers
In order to be considered for selection for a programme, an applicant
is required to comply with the programme’s minimum admission criteria in respect of the total APS and required subjects.
Due to ongoing programme reviews and the current HEQSF alignment process there may be changes in diploma and degree programmes in terms of range and mix of qualifications, curricula, and admission requirements. Please consult the Faculty’s website for latest developments.
NC(V) candidates are only considered for Diploma and Extended
Degree Programmes.
Additional information
Minimum entry requirements for studies as legislated by the government do not guarantee a student admission to any programme or field of study.
Also note, meeting the Faculty’s minimum admission requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme as specific selection criteria may be applied.
There could be changes in the site/s of offering of programmes(meaning that programmes could be moved to an alternative campus).
Preliminary admission is based on the results obtained in the final Grade 11 examination. Final admission is based on the final Grade 12 results.
Applicants must also meet the criteria set by other faculties with regard to their chosen academic subjects. All additional criteria for specific learning area specializations, and/or subject methodologies have to be met as well.
Applicants may also be expected to write an admission/placement test for all qualifications.
It is compulsory for applicants to have completed the National Bench mark Test (NBT) prior to registration.
The University of Johannesburg and its faculties have the right to change the requirements of a specific field of study.
A restricted number of students are accepted in certain fields of study.
In addition to the general minimum admission requirements, programme-specific entry requirements may apply.
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DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES (3 years)
In order to obtain entry into a diploma programme in the Faculty of Economic and Financial Sciences, a candidate mustmeet the minimum requirements in the National Senior Certificate (NSC) or the National Certificate (Vocational) (NC(V))
2017for entry into a diploma. The following are specific admission requirements in respect of diploma studies in the Faculty.
PROGRAMME / CODE / Minimum APS / English / Mathematics / MathematicalLiteracy / POSSIBLE CAREERS / CAMPUS
DIPLOMA
20 with
Mathematics / 3 / 3 / 5 / Accounting Technician, / SWC
Accountancy / D3A15Q / 22 with
Bookkeeper, Cost Accountant
Mathematical
Literacy
20 with / Middle and back office
Mathematics / 3 / 3 / 5 / operations: Financial Operations
Financial Services Operations / D3F15Q / 22 with / Administrator, Operations / SWC
Mathematical / Analyst, Risk and Compliance
Literacy / Officer.
NOTES:
•The programmes are presented in English only.
•The achievement level (rating) obtained for Life Orientation is NOT included in the calculation of the Admission Points Score (APS).
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ADVANCED DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES (1 year)
2017
PROGRAMMEENTRANCE REQUIREMENTSCONTACT INFO
ADVANCED DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES
The entry requirements for the Advanced Diploma in Accountancy are a Diploma or National Diploma with Financial Accounting, Auditing or Internal Auditing and Taxation at a 3rd year level and Grade 12 Mathematics with minimum APS of 4. Students with an APS below 4 for
*In Accountancy Mathematics or with Grade 12 Mathematical Literacy will only be considered after completionof the Mathematics for Diploma students module offered by the Faculty of Science at the University of Johannesburg to all second and third year Diploma students interested in pursuing further studies at the University of Johannesburg
The entry requirements for the Advanced Diploma in Economics are a Diploma, National Diploma or BTech with Economics as a major up to 3rd year level (with an average of 55% for Economics 3 AND an overall average of 55% for the relevant qualification AND a minimum
*In Economics APS of 4 for Mathematics). Students with an APS below 4 for Mathematics or with Grade 12Mathematical Literacy will only be considered after successful completion of the Mathematics for Diploma students module offered by the Faculty of Science to all second and third year Diploma students interested in pursuing further studies at the University.
Contact person: Ms Vanessa Van Dyk Telephone:
011 559 3168 Email:
Contact person: Dr Peter Baur Telephone: 011 559 2569 Email:
* Preparatory study and an entrance examination may be required by the relevant department. Application forms andinformation are obtainable from the relevant department. / 07
PROGRAMMEENTRANCE REQUIREMENTSCONTACT INFO
ADVANCED DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES
*In Financial
Management
*In Financial
Markets
*In Property
Valuation
and
Management
The entry requirements for the Advanced Diploma in Financial Management are a Diploma or National Diploma with Financial Accounting and Management Accounting at a 3rd year level and Grade 12 Mathematics with minimum APS of 4. Students with an APS below 4 for Mathematics or with Grade 12 Mathematical Literacy will only be considered after completion of the Mathematics for Diploma students module offered by the Faculty of Science at the University of Johannesburg to all second and third year Diploma students interested in pursuing further studies at the University of Johannesburg.
The admission requirements for this programme will adhere to the University of Johannesburg’s Policy for Admission and Selection. A student should have one of the following: NEW/OLD NQF level 6 qualification with 3 years’ relevant work experience in financial markets; NEW/ OLD NQF level 6 qualification in Finance; or 5 years’ relevant work experience in financial markets. In addition, Grade 12 Mathematics with a minimum APS score of 4 is required. Students with an APS below 4 or with Grade 12 Mathematical literacy will only be considered after completion of the Mathematics for Diploma students module offered by the Faculty of Science at the University of Johannesburg.
The entrance requirements for the Advanced Diploma in Property Valuation and Management are a Diploma or National Diploma with specialisation in property management or equivalent and Grade 12 Mathematics with a minimum APS of 4. Students with an APS below 4 for Mathematics or with Grade 12 Mathematical Literacy will only be considered after completion of the Mathematics for Diploma students module offered by the Faculty of Science at the University of Johannesburg to all second and third year Diploma students interested in pursuing further studies at the University of Johannesburg.
Contact person: Ms Melissa McGill Telephone:
011 559 3351 Email:
Contact person: Ms Corlise Le Roux Telephone:
011 559 3351 Email:
Contact person: Mr André Kruger Telephone:
011 559 3351 Email:
08 / * Preparatory study and an entrance examination may be required by the relevant department. Application forms andinformation are obtainable from the relevant department.
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EXTENDED BCOM DEGREE PROGRAMMES (4 yrs)
In order to obtain entry into an Extended degree programme in the Faculty of Economic and Financial Sciences, a candidatemust meet the minimum requirements in the National Senior Certificate (NSC) or the National Certificate (Vocational) (NC(V))
2017for entry into a degree. The following are specific admission requirements in respect of extended degree studies in the Faculty.
PROGRAMME / CODE / Minimum APS / English / Mathematics / MathematicalLiteracy / POSSIBLE CAREERS / CAMPUS
BACCALAUREUS COMMERCII OR BACHELOR OF COMMERCE EXTENDED DEGREE
25 with
Accounting / BCGE14 / Mathematics / 4 / 3 / 6 / Financial Manager, Accountant, / APK
28 with Maths. / Internal Auditor, Tax Consultant
Literacy
25 withEconomics and Econometrics / B3NE4Q / Mathematics
28 with Maths.
Literacy
25 with
BCFE14 / Mathematics
Finance / 28 with
Mathematical
Literacy
NOTES:•All extended degrees mentioned above are presented in English only.
Economist, Econometrician,4 / 3 / 6 / Economic Analyst, Forecaster, / APK
Economic Planner
Financial Manager,
Stockbroker, Accountant,
Financial Consultant, Chartered
4 / 3 / 6 / Management Accountant, / APK
Investment Advisor, Securities
Trader, Portfolio Manager,
Certified Financial Planner,
Wealth Manager, Private Banker / 09
•The achievement level (rating) obtained for Life Orientation is NOT included in the calculation of the Admission Points Score (APS).
•The BCom (Accounting) extended degree programme does not provide direct access to the Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Science. However, students who complete the BCom (Accounting) extended degree, may enroll for a bridging programme (subject to space, admission requirements and the continued future offering of this programme). Upon completion of this bridging programme and compliance with specific performance requirements, candidates may then enroll for the Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Science.
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DEGREE PROGRAMMES (3 years)2017 / Minimum APS / English / Mathematics
PROGRAMME / CODE
BACHELOR DEGREE
In order to obtain entry into a Bachelor / BCom/ Bachelor of Commerce degree programme in the Faculty of Economic and Financial Sciences, a candidate must meet the minimum requirements in the National Senior Certificate (NSC) for entry into a bachelor’s degree programme. The following are specific admission requirements in respect of Bachelor / BCom / Bachelor of Commerce degree studies in the Faculty.
POSSIBLE CAREERSCAMPUS
*Accounting / BCA012 / 33 / 4 / 5 / Chartered Accountant – CA (SA) / APKBACCALAREUS COMMERCII OR BACHELOR OF COMMERCE DEGREE
**Accounting / BCG014 / 28 / 4 / 4 / Financial Manager, Accountant, Internal / APK
Auditor, Tax Consultant
**Economics and Econometrics / B3N14Q / 28 / 4 / 4 / Economist, Econometrician, Economic / APK
Analyst, Forecaster, Economic Planner
Financial Manager, Stockbroker,
Accountant, Financial Consultant,
**Finance / BCF014 / 28 / 4 / 4 / Chartered Management Accountant, / APK
Investment Advisor, Securities Trader,
Portfolio Manager, Certified Financial
Planner, Wealth Manager, Private Banker.
• The Bachelor of Accounting degree is presented in English and Afrikaans.
• All other degrees are presented in English only.
10• The achievement level (rating) obtained for Life Orientation is NOT included in the calculation of the Admission Points Score (APS).
•The BCom (Accounting) degree programme does not provide direct access to the Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Science. However, students who complete the BCom (Accounting) degree, may enroll for a bridging programme (subject to space, admission requirements and the continued future offering of this programme). Upon completion of this bridging programme and compliance with specific performance requirements, candidates may then enroll for the Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Science.
SUMMARY OF POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
2017
MASTER’S / MASTER’S / DOCTORALPOSTGRADUATE / HONOURS / PROGRAMMES / PROGRAMMES / PROGRAMMES
DIPLOMA / PROGRAMMES / COMMERCE / COMMERCE / COMMERCE AND/OR
(COURSE WORK) / (RESEARCH) / PHILOSOPHY
PROGRAMMES
Accounting / Accounting / Computer Auditing / Accounting / Accounting
Accounting Science / Accounting / Development Economics / Auditing / Auditing
Estate Planning / (specialisation in / Financial Economics / Econometrics / Econometrics
Financial Management / Chartered Accountancy) / Finance / Economics / Economics
Financial Markets / Econometrics / International Accounting / Financial Management / Finance
Economics / South African and / Investment Management / Financial Management
Financial Management / International Taxation / South African and / Investment Management
Financial Planning / Local Economic / International Taxation / Taxation
Internal Auditing / Development / Quantitative Finance
Investment Management / MASTER’S
Property Valuation and
Management / PROGRAMME
Quantitative Finance / PHILOSOPHY
Taxation / (COURSEWORK)
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Treasury Management / Industrial Policy
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