Bachelor of Commerce in Supply Chain and Operations Management
Gain the knowledge and skills to excel in sourcing, production, and distribution. This programme develops critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership abilities, while exploring technology-driven solutions for today’s dynamic supply chain environment.
The purpose of the Bachelor of Commerce in Supply Chain and Operations Management programme is to provide students with the necessary knowledge, abilities, and traits to achieve exceptional performance in the domain of supply chain and operations management. The curriculum has been specifically developed to cultivate a comprehensive understanding of the complete processes that regulate the movement of products and services, including sourcing, production, and distribution. Additionally, it aims to cultivate essential skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership capabilities. Students will investigate how technology can be used to increase the supply chain’s adaptability and efficiency.
Thus, making the programme more technologically efficient and fitting in with the evolution of the supply chain industry. Students will have a comprehensive understanding of supply chain and operations management principles, strategies, and best practices upon completion of the programme. They will be capable of analysing complex business scenarios, identifying inefficiencies, and proposing innovative solutions. Graduates will enter the workforce with a competitive advantage and be prepared to face the challenges of dynamic supply chains and operations environments.
Articulation
A Bachelor’s Degree is the minimum entry requirement for admission onto a Postgraduate Diploma or a cognate Honours Degree.
Curriculum
Semester 1
Fundamentals of Supply Chain Management
Microeconomic Essentials (Prerequisite for Intermediate Microeconomics)
Business Mathematics
Elective – Choose one of the following electives
End User Computing
Digital Transformation in the Business Environment
Semester 2
Principles of Operations Management (Prerequisite for Operations Management Techniques)
Macroeconomic Essentials (Prerequisite for Intermediate Macroeconomics)
Financial Reporting and Analysis
Introduction to Functional Areas of Management
Semester 1
Operations Management Techniques
Supply Chain Management Principles
Intermediate Microeconomics
Business Law
Semester 2
Supply Chain Management Systems
Principles of Project Management
Intermediate Macroeconomics
Business Statistics
Semester 1
Strategic Operations Management
Business Analytics in the Supply Chain
Supply Chain Management Strategies
Risks in Supply Chain Management
Semester 2
Supply Chain Relationship Management and Enterprise Planning
Integration and Alignment in Current Supply Chain Systems
Lean Manufacturing in Operations
Smart Manufacturing Management
Careers
Supply Chain Manager
Operations Manager
Procurement Officer
Inventory Manager
Supply Chain Consultant
Production Planner
Warehouse Foreman
Admission Requirements
The admission requirement for the Bachelor of Commerce in Supply Chain and Operations Management programme is as follows:
The minimum entry requirement is the National Senior Certificate or the National Certificate Vocational with appropriate subject combination and levels of achievement as defined in the Minister’s policies: Minimum Admission Requirements for Higher Certificate, Diploma and Bachelor’s Degree Programmes Requiring a National Senior Certificate, Government Gazette, Vol 751, No 32131 of 11 July 2008 and Minimum Admission Requirements for Higher Certificate, Diploma and Bachelor’s Degree Programmes requiring a National Certificate (Vocational), published in the Government Gazette, Vol. 533, No. 32743, November 2009.
To be considered for admission to MANCOSA’s Bachelor of Commerce in Supply Chain and Operations Management programme, applicants may qualify with any one of the following credentials, meeting the minimum requirement:
A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or
A National Vocational Certificate level 4 qualification with a 50% pass in English. – (NCV) with a Degree study endorsement or
General Education Diploma (GED) or
International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) or
An equivalent accredited NQF level 4 (120 credits) qualification with English language proficiency or
An accredited NQF Level 5 higher certificate in related fields or
Achievement of relevant higher education qualifications at the required NQF level or
South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) or Universities’ South Africa (USA) certification of equivalence or
Proof of prior qualifications which contributes to eligibility into the programme and
Personal interviews
No more than 10% of a cohort will be admitted into the programme based on RPL
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