Key features
- Fully-accredited and registered
- Flexible learning environment
- Remote accessibility with online support (Ask-the-Tutor platform)
- Affordable and accessible
- 2022 Undergraduate Prospectus
- Quality education
About the Bachelor of Commerce
The modules covered in a BCom form the foundational theories of business and are focused on modules specific to economics, business management and finance. Students are advised to select a particular stream to follow based on their interest, such as Accounting or Business Management.
A graduate can work in a number of diverse environments, from multinational corporations to government departments or even run their own company.
Graduates are able to apply practical knowledge and ideas, using proven methodologies and theoretical frameworks to identify, evaluate and resolve complex problems within an organisation.
What are the requirements to study a BCom Degree?
- A National Senior Certificate or National Certificate Vocational with mathematics or,
- An equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification with proven proficiency in English or,
- A Higher Certificate, an Advanced Certificate or Diploma
Outcomes of a BCom
- Apply basic mathematical and statistical skills necessary for a range of applications in the fields of economics, accounting, marketing, finance and/or supply chain management
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the major theories relating to the general study of commerce
- Develop an understanding of domestic and international economics, and be able to compare the international context of these issues using a critical lens
- The ability to apply practical solutions to organisational, financial or economic challenges based on the current academic research and best practice
- An understanding of the concepts, principles and theories as it relates to their specific field of study
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of macroeconomic and microeconomic theories at it relates to markets, commercial organisations and the government sector
Types of Bachelor of Commerce Programmes
MANCOSA is a highly-respected higher learning institution with a focus on business studies. We offer both undergraduate and postgraduate commerce degrees, with specialisations. The type of BCom modules that you take will depend on the programme specialisation you choose. For instance, the BCom Accounting Degree includes modules like auditing, taxation and economics; while the BCom in Project Management includes modules such as business law and project risk management.
Bachelor of Commerce Degrees
MANCOSA’s undergraduate Bachelor of Commerce Degrees articulate into the respective postgraduate degrees, should you wish to enhance your degree with advanced study.
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Bachelor of Commerce in Digital Marketing
The Bachelor of Commerce in Digital Marketing will provide the student with the necessary skills and knowledge to prepare them for opportunities and challenges within the Digital Marketing environment.
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Bachelor of Commerce in Corporate Communication
The Bachelor of Commerce in Corporate Communication will provide students with a holistic and robust understanding of the field of corporate communication. Students will be provided with a comprehensive understanding of theory, methodology, applications and processes in the key fields of corporate communication, communication science and business management, thus exhibiting the knowledge and skills to contribute to this emerging industry.
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Bachelor of Commerce in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Gain appropriate knowledge and skills to successfully bridge the gap of a quality workforce in the hospitality and tourism industry. Gain knowledge on how quality professionals are inducted into the workplace with a balance between theoretical and practical components with a Tourism and Hospitality Management degree.
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Bachelor of Commerce in Project Management
A BCom Project Management qualification succeeds in developing learners to be able to function in a wide range of financial and accounting tasks and to be able to function and add value in private and public sectors.
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Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting
Developing learners to be able to function in a wide range of financial and accounting tasks and to be able to function and add value in private and public sectors.
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Bachelor of Commerce in International Business
Gain critical knowledge in commerce, enhanced by an in-depth understanding of the business and commercial practices relevant to multinational organisations with a Bachelor of Commerce International Business.
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Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Marketing Management
The Marketing Honours degree will afford you in-depth knowledge of marketing management. Marketing management impacts on every aspect of a business, from customer needs, product development, communications to events management and advertising.
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Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Human Resource Management
An Honours Degree in Human Resource Management will allow you to gain understanding and working application of the principles essential to the effective management of organisations, with specialisation in the area of human resources.
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Bachelor of Business Administration Honours
The BBA Honours Degree builds on the foundational knowledge and equips students with the strategic skills and knowledge essential for managing the key areas of organisations.
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Bachelor of Commerce in Entrepreneurship
The BCom in Entrepreneurship provides knowledge, skills and acumen to those aspiring to start their own business or those wishing to contribute to successful entrepreneurial ventures.
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Bachelor of Commerce in Financial Management
Develop financial and managerial skills with an accredited financial management degree. This will equip students to meet the demand for specialists and leaders in the financial sector.
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Bachelor of Commerce in Information and Technology Management
Become a Bachelor of Commerce in Information Technology graduate. An accredited IT Management Degree will enable you to offer and manage business solutions through information supported technology.
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Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing Management
The MANCOSA Marketing Management degree emphasises the techniques and methods of managing and planning for marketing.
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Bachelor of Commerce in Retail Management
Learn skills and knowledge relating to the functions and management of a retail business and the key issues associated with understanding retail trading and environments with a retail management degree.
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Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Supply Chain Management
Develop your functional and strategic competencies in the field of supply chain management with an SCM Honours Degree.
BCom Degree: Honours
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Bachelor of Education Honours in Mathematics Education
The Bachelor of Education Honours in Mathematics Education provides a deep theoretical insight into teaching and learning in Mathematics education, located within past theories and current theories through relevant literature that seeks to provide students with a well-rounded knowledge base to identify potential areas of contemporary educational research into Mathematics.
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Bachelor of Education Honours in Educational Leadership and Management
Deepen your knowledge base in educational leadership and management, develop research capacity in the research methodologies and techniques required to research issues on educational leadership and management.
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Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Marketing Management
The Marketing Honours degree will afford you in-depth knowledge of marketing management. Marketing management impacts on every aspect of a business, from customer needs, product development, communications to events management and advertising.
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Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Human Resource Management
An Honours Degree in Human Resource Management will allow you to gain understanding and working application of the principles essential to the effective management of organisations, with specialisation in the area of human resources.
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Bachelor of Business Administration Honours
The BBA Honours Degree builds on the foundational knowledge and equips students with the strategic skills and knowledge essential for managing the key areas of organisations.
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Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Supply Chain Management
Develop your functional and strategic competencies in the field of supply chain management with an SCM Honours Degree.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which BCom is best?
There is no one Bachelor of Commerce degree that can be identified as the best type. This question can best be answered by looking at the area of commerce in which you would like to specialise. Currently, MANCOSA has a variety of BCom Degrees with different specialisation areas, such as Accounting, Human Resources and Marketing.
Is the BCom a good degree?
A BCom Degree is an excellent choice of study because it is highly career-centric. The qualification enables the ambitious graduate to pursue a lucrative career in both the commercial and corporate sector, which usually offers excellent salaries. The acquired knowledge and training that you gain provides you with the skills relevant to a number of industries, making the Bachelor of Commerce graduate a highly-skilled and valuable professional prospect.
What kind of jobs can you get with a BCom?
There are a host of work opportunities for a commerce graduate who can become an accountant, auditor, marketing specialist, HR manager or supply chain expert. You could choose to work for an organisation or you could even start your own business. Depending on the type of BCom specialisation, you could find employment in any of the following fields:
- Investment, commercial or retail banking
- Sales and marketing
- Public accounting
- Supply chain management<
- Financial planning, analysis and management
- Human resources
- General management