IIE Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Management - (Distance)

Admission requirements

Candidates must have modules in management disciplines at NQF Level 7 and must have completed a foundation research module at the undergraduate level, preferably at NQF Level 7. Those who have not completed a foundation research module at undergraduate level will be required to do Emeris Introduction to Research SLP and need to be able to demonstrate an understanding of basic research before they can commence with their research report.

All students who have completed their undergraduate degree at a tertiary institution other than Emeris, need to provide the module or learning outcomes of their research modules or their module guide in order to determine if they meet the research requirement.

Candidates are required to have achieved a minimum final year average of 60% in their third year (NQF L7) modules. Those with a final year average of 55 - 59% will be admitted if they attained an average of 60% or higher for the designated cognate/core discipline module at final-year (NQF L7) level.

Minimum Admission Requirements

An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree with an average of 60% in the final year; OR

An appropriate Advanced Diploma with an average of 60% in the final year, provided that a 360 credit Diploma or appropriate equivalent has been completed.

Candidates who fall outside the above criteria, but who can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of Emeris that they have an appropriate, related qualification or work-based learning, which has taken the candidate to the equivalent of an NQF Level 7 business

management related qualification, may be considered for admission into this programme through an RPL process.

International entry requirements:

A SAQA NQF L7 Evaluation Certificate in an appropriate field and meeting the additional admission requirements.

Curriculum

Year 1

Term 1

• Management and Leadership (MALE8411) The purpose of this module is to provide students with an in- depth innovative exploration of leadership and management in business, focusing mainly on the interrelationship of leadership and management in business, with consideration to both the national and international environment.
• International Business Management (IBMA8411) The purpose of this module is to provide students with an in- depth innovative exploration of leadership and management in business, focusing mainly on the interrelationship of leadership and management in business, with consideration to both the national and international environment.
• Research Methodology for the Business Sciences (RMBS8411) The purpose of this module is to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and critical thinking required to design, conduct, and evaluate research at an honours level. Emphasizing both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, the module fosters an understanding of the theoretical underpinnings of various research techniques. Students will engage with contemporary debates in research methodology, develop proficiency in selecting appropriate methods, and enhance their ability to critically analyze research findings. Through this module, students will gain the necessary tools to conduct independent research, ensuring they are well-prepared for their own research projects in their respective fields.

Term 2

• Sustainability and Social Responsibility (SUSR8412) The purpose of this module is to instil in students an understanding that sustainable and responsible business practices are about management approaches and activities to enhance business performance, whilst at the same time, accelerating positive social change, and protecting and preserving environmental integrity through the motivation of staff, market growth, product and service differentiation
• Contemporary Management and Innovation (COMI8412) The purpose of this module is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of contemporary management theories, approaches and practices, including organisational behaviour and change. Students will gain insight and competency to lead management initiatives in business, and develop their skills, analytical tools and techniques in order to deal with contemporary management and innovation challenges.

Year Module

• Research Project for the Business Sciences (RPBS8419) The purpose of this module is to guide students in the application of research methodologies to the development of a research project in their respective discipline. Students will build on theoretical knowledge of qualitative and quantitative methods, integrating them into a coherent research design tailored to their research topic. Through this module, students will acquire practical skills in the formulation of research questions, data collection, analysis, and interpretation, while also engaging with ethical considerations in the research process. The module supports students in navigating the complexities of independent research, enabling them to produce a rigorous, well-founded dissertation that meets academic standards.

Accreditation

The qualification is accredited by the Council on Higher Education (CHE) and registered on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), with SAQA ID 97601 and NQF level 8. The programme meets the necessary regulatory standards for its level and type. Additionally, Emeris holds accreditation from the British Accreditation Council (BAC), providing international recognition and the qualification is credible for students seeking global opportunities.

Career opportunities

General Management

• Strategic Management
• Entrepreneurship/self-employment
• Business Consulting
• Lecturer/Tutor
• Researcher
• Business Development

Teaching and Learning strategy

At Emeris, we believe that effective teaching is about creating experiences that foster student growth. Our academic team design activities that challenge students and identify their strengths, allowing for real-time adaptation in the learning journey. By combining subject expertise with teaching insights and digital tools, we extend learning beyond the classroom. This approach ensures students not only keep up but thrive.

On-Campus written examination venue information

Exams are written at an exam centre and in some instances online. These details will be specified in your programme assessment schedule.

For students based in South Africa, online students may select any campus of Emeris 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 Emeris campus. If there is no Emeris campus within reach, an alternative venue will need to be sourced by you. For non-Emeris venues, there is an alternative venue levy per module

Device and connectivity specifications required for online study

• Reliable internet connection (we recommend 5-10 GB of data per month and an internet speed of at least 0.15 Mbps). 
• Desktop PC or laptop with at least an i3 processor and 4GB RAM memory.
• Windows 8 or MacOS 10.15 (Microsoft Office 365 is available as a free download for IIE Emeris students), and Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge Chromium or Firefox.
• A working webcam and microphone.
• An uninterrupted power supply is also highly recommended.
• Exams are written at an exam centre and in some instances online. These details will be specified in your programme assessment schedule.