Colleges and Universities Offering Diploma in Operations Management in South Africa

Diploma in Operations Management equips students with a comprehensive understanding of managing and optimizing business operations. This program covers various aspects such as supply chain management, production planning, quality control and resource allocation. Students gain practical skills in strategic decision-making, problem-solving and efficient resource utilization. Graduates of this program are well-prepared to pursue a range of exciting career opportunities in operations management.


Possible career paths include:
-Operations manager
-Production planner
-Logistics coordinator
-Supply chain analyst
-Project manager
-Quality control supervisor
-Inventory manager
-Procurement officer
-Operations consultant

This diploma opens doors to thriving industries such as manufacturing, retail, transportation, healthcare and consulting. The program's extensive curriculum and industry-focused approach enable graduates to excel in diverse operational roles.

Institutions Offering Diploma in Operations Management

•  ICESA College, Durban  
  Course entry requirements:
  -A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with Diploma endorsement, or
  -A National Certificate Vocational (NCV) at NQF Level 4 with Diploma endorsement, or
  -Amended Senior Certificate (ASC), with Diploma endorsement, or
  -A Senior Certificate. If unendorsed, a minimum score of 33.3% obtained for English in the Senior Certificate examination. If a score of 33.3% for English language was not obtained, the applicant can apply for admission in terms of Senate Discretionary. Admission by proving competence via the Senate Admission Test
  -Foreign School Leaving Certificate evaluated by the Matriculation Board to determine the standard in terms of South African matriculation standard.
  
  Alternative Admission requirements:
  -Senate discretionary admission
  -Mature Age (45 years of age): conditions apply
  -Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
  
  Additional requirements:
  -Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy and English at NQF level 4 or equivalent
  Foreign applicants whose first language is not English, may be required to provide proof of proficiency in English prior to admission to the programme
  
  ICESA may require appropriate combinations of subjects and levels of achievement for certain qualifications.
  
  Course duration: 3 years
•  Vaal University of Technology, Vanderbijlpark  
  Course duration: 3 years
•  University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg  
  

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