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The IIE Higher Certificate in Business Principles and Practice provides students with a solid foundation in essential business skills, including communication, public relations, accounting, end-user computing, and project administration.
The IIE Higher Certificate in Business Principles and Practice provides students with a solid foundation inessential business skills, including communication, public relations, accounting, end-user computing, and projectadministration.
This qualification is designed to develop a broad understanding of key business functions, equipping students with the practical knowledge needed to navigate the modern business environment. The contact mode of study is delivered on a full-time basis, with lectures scheduled from Monday to Friday over two semesters. In addition to attending lectures, students are expected to engage in independent research and
complete various assignments throughout the academic year
This qualification is aimed at individuals who have the skills, drive, and initiative to succeed in the business world and are looking to develop a strong foundation in business principles. It is ideal for school leavers or those looking to enter the business environment with a practical and versatile qualification that opens doors to further study or entry-level roles in business.
SKILLS YOU WILL DEVELOP
This qualification is aimed at individuals who have the skills, drive, and initiative to succeed in the business world and are looking to develop a strong foundation in business principles.
It is ideal for school leavers or those looking to enter the business environment with a practical and versatile qualification that opens doors to further study or entry-level roles in business.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
• Project Administrator/Coordinator
• Office Administrator/Coordinator
• Assisting a Project Manager
• Executive Assistant
• Secretary
• Administration Clerk
• Receptionist
• Entry level Accounts Clerk
DURATION
This is a one-year qualification offered by The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE).
MODE OF DELIVERY
Distance (Online): This IIE qualification is available online through IIE distance learning for individuals wanting to study and work. As an IIE distance student, you will receive all your support online from a dedicated team of RI online tutors. Speak to a student advisor for more information.
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Year 1
Semester 1
Introduction to Quantitative Thinking and Techniques
Digital and Academic Literacies
Business Management & Administration A
Introduction to Accounting 1A
Semester 2
Management and Administration
Accounting Software
Business Management & Administration B
Work Integrated Learning
THE WEIGHT YOUR FUTURE QUALIFICATION CARRIES
THE WEIGHT YOUR FUTURE QUALIFICATION CARRIES
The IIE Higher Certificate in Business Principles and Practice is accredited by the Council on Higher Education (CHE) and is registered by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) on Level 5 (SAQA ID No: 71637). On successful completion you will receive a Higher Certificate in Business Principles and Practice from The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE), a leading registered private provider of higher education in South Africa.
DEVICE AND CONNECTIVITY SPECIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR ONLINE STUDY:
NB: This fact sheet is accurate at the time of publication. The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE) reserves the right to alter any of the content prior to the commencement of registration due to changes in regulation, policy, market requirements or any other valid reaso
This fact sheet is accurate at the time of publication. The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE) reserves the right to alter any of the content prior to the commencement of registration due to changes in regulation, policy,market requirements or any other valid reason.
To be awarded this qualification, a minimum final year mark of 50% for each module must be achieved.
· This factsheet is valid for the 2026 academic year only.
· Free software is available to all registered IIE Rosebank College students. The software includes but is not limited to MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access and MS Outlook, which come with the Office 365 bundle. Students can access the software using their RCCONNECT.edu.za email address.
THE PATH TO BECOMING A CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT
1. Complete a 3-year SAICA accredited accounting degree.
2. Complete a 1-year SAICA accredited Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting.
3. At the beginning of the training contract with an accredited training provider (usually an audit firm).
4. At the beginning of the training contract, the first of the SAICA professional exams is written, the Initial Test of Competence (ITC).
5. At the end of the 2nd year of the training contract, the second of the SAICA professional exams is written, the Assessment of Professional Competence (APC).
STUDY FURTHER WITH IIE PATHWAYS
The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE) offers you the opportunity to start with a higher certificate and progress into a diploma or degree. There are several pathways offered by The IIE at Rosebank International, that enable access to higher-level qualifications. Speak to the student advisor for more information.
The successful completion of the IIE Higher Certificate in Business Principles and Practice (HBP0501) enables you to progress into the following qualification/s subject to meeting the admission requirements:
• IIE Bachelor of Commerce
• IIE Bachelor of Business Administration
• IIE Bachelor of Public Administration
• IIE Bachelor of Administration in Supply Chain and Logistics
• IIE Bachelor of Commerce in Entrepreneurship
• IIE Bachelor of Commerce in Economics
• IIE Bachelor of Commerce in Digital Marketing
• IIE Diploma in Business Accounting
• IIE Diploma in Human Resource Management Practice
• IIE Diploma of Commerce in Business Management
• IIE Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
• IIE Diploma in Digital Marketing
Exams are written at an exam centre and, in some instances, online. These details will be specified in your programme assessment schedule.
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