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Certificates
Higher Certificate in Business Management
This one-year Higher Certificate in Business Management is designed to power employment and widen access to opportunity in South Africa by building practical, industry-relevant competence in business management and new venture management. The programme develops applied skills in marketing, entrepreneurship, finance principles and practice, and business communication. It also strengthens essential workplace and higher education capabilities such as academic writing, data interpretation and visual presentation, responsible digital citizenship, and the ethical use of generative AI, preparing graduates for entry-level roles and pathways to further study.
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Course Curriculum
Learn foundational management concepts and business functions in a South African context, using practical examples and simulated problem - solving. The assignment requires you to apply core management tasks to a case scenario and propose ethical, efficiency - focused improvements.
The important bits
Key Info
- Course Duration: 1 Year
- Accreditation: Council on Higher Education (CHE)
- Access: Online
- Start Date: 15 February 2027
- Cost: Enquire for Price
Career Options
- Entrepreneur/Small Business Owner
- Junior Sales Executive
- Business Development Associate
- Communications Coordinator
- Marketing Assistant
Think outside the box
This Higher Certificate is designed for aspiring business leaders ready to launch their careers, transforming ideas into strategic business solutions and impactful ventures.
Build incredible skills
Launch your career with practical tools and applied knowledge in business management, entrepreneurship, finance, marketing, and communication to make confident moves in today’s dynamic business environment.
Learn from top talent
This Higher Certificate is built and delivered by business experts with real industry experience, ensuring you gain relevant, workplace-ready skills that employers value.
Elevate your career
Be recognized with an industry-centric Red & Yellow qualification, offering you a blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills.
Red & Yellow courses are made to future-proof your career
Our courses are designed to accelerate opportunities and give a boost to your CV. Top businesses across industries recognise Red & Yellow graduates as having the practical skills and the theoretical background to hit the ground running with confidence and creative flair.
Benefits:
Our courses are both current and relevant to the South African context.
Applicable, practical assignments:
- So that you can apply what you’re learning to your everyday work life, and your specific business challenges.
Discussion Forums and Chat sessions:
- Helping you develop your professional network.
- Hosted by your coach, lecturer, or subject specialist.
- Ideal opportunities to discuss the content and get answers to all your questions.
Personalized feedback:
- Tailored to your individual strengths, and opportunities for personal improvement.
A dedicated team:
- Acting as your “virtual” support crew whose only focus is to help get you over the finish line.
Included in your course:
- An industry-sought-after Certificate of Completion from Red & Yellow.
- Original, relevant, and constantly updated content.
- An interactive online learning experience that includes videos, live chat sessions, forum discussions, and more.
This course is perfect for:
- School leavers seeking an entry-level business qualification with clear career pathways.
- Aspiring entrepreneurs and future small venture managers.
- Early-career professionals looking to build practical, work-ready business skills or progress to further study.
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