Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management 

This programme develops generic management competencies required for successful management of organisations, or for embarking on an entrepreneurial venture. The programme is a stepping stone towards an MBA – the crown jewel of business management education.

Core Modules

  • Advanced Project Management 
  • Advanced Human Resource Management
  • Financial Management and Management Accounting
  • Organisational Strategy, Planning and Management
  • Fundamentals of Business Research

Electives: Choice of two*

  • Advanced Marketing Management
  • Advanced Operations Management
  • Business Ethics and Corporate Governance
  • Economics
  • Sales Management
  • Spiritual and Emotional Intelligence
  • Based on Student Numbers

Entry Requirements

  • Matric
  • A 3-year Bachelor’s qualification or NQF Level 7 equivalent

Programme Structure

The PDBM is an NQF Level 8 qualification, with 120 credits, offered over a period of 12 months.