Faculty of Commerce

Waterfall School of Business Skills Certificate: Business Management

The Waterfall School of Business Skills Certificate: Business Management is a comprehensive course designed to equip you with the essential knowledge and skills to excel in a leadership role and implement product management theories in a business environment.


During this course, you will delve into the core responsibilities and functions of a business manager, gain insights into business finances, and explore the interconnectedness between business success and ethical practices.


Studying this course may be an excellent choice if:



  • You aim to thrive in a management position within your current business.
  • You seek to develop a strong foundation in the fundamentals of business management.
  • You desire to comprehend the financial aspects of running a business.
  • You have recently completed Matric and are considering a career in the corporate world.


Register for the Waterfall School of Business: Business Management and embark on a rewarding journey towards becoming a skilled and knowledgeable business leader. Start building your future success today!

Duration of Study

8 - 12 Months

Fact Sheet

Course code:

CER4030-13


Accreditation status:

This is a non-credit-bearing Short Learning Programme endorsed by The Independent Institute of Education (IIE).


Course duration:

8 -12 months


Entry requirements:

None


Topics covered:

  • Understand management theories
  • Understand the difference between management and leadership
  • Understand the roles and responsibilities of managers
  • Understand the traits/characteristics needed to be an effective manager
  • Understand the importance of analysing financial information
  • Understand the importance of budgeting and monitoring finances
  • Understand sources of finance and their importance
  • Understand the interrelationship between the different business functions
  • Understand the relationship between operations and the supply chain
  • Understand how to manage operations
  • Understand the purpose of quality management
  • Understand how to benchmark, measure and improve quality standards
  • Understand the ways in which quality is linked to business
  • Understand organisational structures and cultures
  • Understand organisational ethics
  • Understand the relationship between culture, ethics and business success


Assessments:

  • Students are required to complete 2 assignments.
  • There are no exams for this course.


Type of certificate awarded:

Upon completion of this course, students will be awarded a Waterfall School of Business Skills Certificate: Business Management from Waterfall School of Business.