Governance Practitioner

SAQA ID: 118115
NQF Level: 7
Credit Duration: 376
Overview

The combination of modules that make up this part-qualification provides entry into the field of corporate governance. After completion of this qualification, learners can choose to complete the second part of the qualification and qualify as company secretaries or register into governance professional

Objectives

This qualification equips learners with the essential skills and knowledge required to implement and manage governance practices within various organizational contexts

Exit Learning Outcomes
  • Mitigate functions within an organisation to achieve the objectives of the organisation while addressing the expectations of its stakeholders.
  • Critically assess concerns and issues creating possible barriers within corporate governance structures.
  • Collate and distribute the company’s annual financial statements to every person entitled to them for strategic decision-making purposes.
  • Advise directors of any laws relevant to or affecting the company to ensure sound corporate governance principles and best practices in various organisational contexts. 5. Communicate with peers, superiors, subordinates, customers and service providers in a work environment.
Outline
  • Introduction to Financial Accounting, NQF Level 5, Credits 18
  • Communication, NQF Level 5, Credits 12
  • Introduction to Law, NQF Level 5, Credits 12
  • Introduction to Corporate Governance, NQF Level 5, Credits 12
  • Advanced Financial Accounting, NQF Level 6, Credits 18
  • Principles of Business Law, NQF Level 6, Credits 18
  • Managing Information Systems, NQF Level 6, Credits 12
  • Principles of Corporate Governance, NQF Level 6, Credits 18
  • Advanced Business Law, NQF Level 7, Credits 20
  • Advanced Corporate Governance, NQF Level 7, Credits 36
  • Principles of Management, NQF Level 7, Credits 20
Methodology
  • The knowledge and practical modules will be delivered in a hybrid format, combining both online and in-person classes.
  • The work experience module must be delivered in person

Board members and directors, senior management and executives, public sector and municipal officials, aspiring governance professionals, human resources professionals, corporate secretaries, non-profit organizations leaders, legal and compliance professionals, risk management professionals

NQF Level 4 qualification with Mathematical Literacy and English
Recognition of prior learning (RPL)

2 Years
  • R60 000 per year (instalment option is available)
  • Check FASSET website for bursaries