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Information Brochure 2017

Faculty of Economic and Financial Sciences (FEFS)

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The right to add, withdraw or in any way change any part or any regulation without prior notification, remains vested in the University. Information correct at the time of printing – February 2016

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Faculty Structure and Contact Details 02

Vision and Mission 02

Admission Requirements – Key Information 03

Undergraduate Programmes: Admission Requirements

> Diploma Programmes 06

> Advanced Diploma Programmes 07

> Extended BCom Degrees Programmes 09

> Degree Programmes 10

Postgraduate Programmes: Summary 11

The Faculty of Economic and Financial Sciences offers a selection of degree and diploma programmes aimed at the growing demand for skills in the fields of accountancy, economics and econometrics, and finance.

The Faculty is well-recognised for the following:> A national leader in producing candidate chartered accountants and chartered management accountants;> A provider of choice for tax consultants and internal audit trainees;> The provision of competitive programmes in the fields of financial management, financial planning,

investment management and property valuation and management;> Up-to-date training of economists and econometricians, endowing them with relevant quantitative

and financial skills; and> Market-related range of diplomas in Accountancy and Financial Services Operations.

The Faculty has long standing relationships with various professional bodies. Some of the Faculty’s programmes are in fact accredited by the following professional bodies:> Bachelor of Accounting and the relevant Honours programme – accredited by the South African

Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA);> BCom (Accounting), accredited by the South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA);> BCom (Finance) and the relevant Honours programmes – accredited by the Chartered Institute of

Management Accountants (CIMA), the Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa (FPI), and the South African Council for the Property Valuers Profession (SACPVP); and

> Diploma in Accountancy – accredited by the Association of Accounting Technicians (SA) – AAT(SA).

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MISSION> Engage the national and international academic community> Advance quality research> Provide first-class education> Establish an enabling academic / working environment> Add to the productive capacity of the country through quality research,

effective teaching and relevant programmes.

VISIONTo be a faculty of academic distinction by internationally recognised standards, embracing the challenges of complexity and diversity of its African environment, in its endeavour to advance knowledge and skills aimed at capacity-building in the fields of Economics and Econometrics, Finance and Accountancy.

FACULTY CONTACT DETAILS

www.uj.ac.za/ecofin

AUCKLAND PARK KINGSWAYCAMPUS (APK)

Mrs Karin Pitamber011 559 3861 / karinp@uj.ac.za

SOWETO CAMPUS (SWC)Miss Zoleka Ntozini

011 559 5592 / mzntozini@uj.ac.za

FACULTY STRUCTURE

EXECUTIVE DEAN – Prof Amanda DempseyVICE DEAN – Prof Sivan Chetty

HEAD OF FACULTY ADMINISTRATION – Ms Maria ManyanaFACULTY OFFICERS

Faculty Marketer – 011 559 3965

DEPARTMENT OF

ACCOUNTANCYHead of Department

Prof Alex van der Watt011 559 3153

accountancy@uj.ac.za

DEPARTMENT OFCOMMERCIALACCOUNTING

Head of DepartmentMr Christo Ackermann011 559 5080

rrossouw@uj.ac.za

DEPARTMENT OFECONOMICS ANDECONOMETRICS

Head of DepartmentProf LumengoBonga-Bonga

011 559 2046/2101economics@uj.ac.za

DEPARTMENT OFFINANCE ANDINVESTMENT

MANAGEMENTHead of Department

Mr Carl Anschutz011 559 3351/3305

agray@uj.ac.za

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Admission Requirements – Key InformationEach of the programmes in this prospectus has specific admission requirements. As part of the undergraduate admission requirements students are required to have obtained a minimum Admission Points Score (APS). Points are awarded for the six symbols obtained in Grade 11 or Grade 12 according to the scale below:> The achievement level (rating) obtained for Life Orientation is NOT

included in the calculation of the Admission Point Score (APS).

EXAMPLE

School Subjects Marks APS

First Language (language of teaching and learning) 65% 5

Other recognized Language 71% 6

Mathematics 61% 5

Accounting 68% 5

History 81% 7

Geography 86% 7

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AbbreviationsNSC National Senior Certificate (grade 12 in and after 2008)SC HG Senior Certificate Higher Grade (grade 12 before 2008)SC SG Senior Certificate Standard Grade (grade 12 before 2008)IEB Independent Examination BoardHIGCSE Higher International General Certificate of Secondary EducationIGCSE Higher General Certificate of Secondary EducationNSSC(HL) Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate (Higher Level)NSSC(OL) Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate (Ordinary Level)AS Advanced Subsidiary LevelA Level Advanced LevelIB(HL) International Baccalaureate (Higher Levels)IB(SL) International Baccalaureate (Standard Levels)

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A National Certificate (Vocational) – NC(V) (level 4) issued by the Council for General and Further Education and Training

In the Faculty of Economic and Financial Sciences, NC(V) candidates are considered only for Diploma and Extended Degree Programmes.

Programme

Fundamental Component Vocational Component

EnglishMathematics or Mathematical Literacy

Mathematics Mathematical Literacy

Diploma Programmes(3 years) 60% 60% 70% 60% in 3 compulsory

vocational subjects

BCom Extended Degree programmes

(4 years)70% 70% 80% 70% in 3 compulsory

vocational subjects

Note 1: Meeting the Faculty’s minimum admission requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme, as specific selection criteria may be applied, within the required enrolment plan.

Note 2: The Diploma and BCom extended degree programmes are presented in English only.Note 3: The BCom (Accounting) extended degree programme does not provide direct access to the Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting

Science. However, students who complete the BCom (Accounting) extended degree, may apply for admission to a bridging programme (subject to space, admission requirements and the continued future offering of this programme).

Upon completion of this bridging programme and compliance with specific performance requirements, candidates may then apply for admission to the Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Science.

Note 4: It is compulsory for applicants to have completed the National Benchmark Test (NBT) prior to registration.

Admission requirements for candidates with National Certificate (Vocational) – NC(V)

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Additional information> Minimum entry requirements for studies as legislated by the government

do not guarantee a student admission to any programme or field of study.> Also note, meeting the Faculty’s minimum admission requirements for

a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme as specific selection criteria may be applied.

> There could be changes in the site/s of offering of programmes(meaning that programmes could be moved to an alternative campus).

> Preliminary admission is based on the results obtained in the final Grade 11 examination. Final admission is based on the final Grade 12 results.

> Applicants must also meet the criteria set by other faculties with regard to their chosen academic subjects. All additional criteria for specific learning area specializations, and/or subject methodologies have to be met as well.

> Applicants may also be expected to write an admission/placement test for all qualifications.

> It is compulsory for applicants to have completed the National Bench-mark Test (NBT) prior to registration.

> The University of Johannesburg and its faculties have the right to change the requirements of a specific field of study.

> A restricted number of students are accepted in certain fields of study. > In addition to the general minimum admission requirements, programme-

specific entry requirements may apply.

Disclaimers> In order to be considered for selection

for a programme, an applicant is required to comply with the programme’s minimum admission criteria in respect of the total APS and required subjects.

> Due to ongoing programme reviews and the current HEQSF alignment process there may be changes in diploma and degree programmes in terms of range and mix of qualifications, curricula, and admission requirements. Please consult the Faculty’s website for latest developments.

> NC(V) candidates are only considered for Diploma and Extended Degree Programmes.

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DIPLOMA

Accountancy D3A15Q

20 with Mathematics

22 with Mathematical

Literacy

3 3 5 Accounting Technician, Bookkeeper, Cost Accountant

SWC

Financial Services Operations D3F15Q

20 with Mathematics

22 with Mathematical

Literacy

3 3 5Middle and back office

operations: Financial Operations Administrator, Operations

Analyst, Risk and Compliance Officer.

SWC

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DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES (3 years)In order to obtain entry into a diploma programme in the Faculty of Economic and Financial Sciences, a candidate must meet the minimum requirements in the National Senior Certificate (NSC) or the National Certificate (Vocational) (NC(V)) for entry into a diploma. The following are specific admission requirements in respect of diploma studies in the Faculty.

NOTES:• The programmes are presented in English only.• The achievement level (rating) obtained for Life Orientation is NOT included in the calculation of the Admission Points Score (APS).

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ADVANCED DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES (1 year)

* Preparatory study and an entrance examination may be required by the relevant department. Application forms and information are obtainable from the relevant department.

PROGRAMME ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO

ADVANCED DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES

*In Accountancy

The entry requirements for the Advanced Diploma in Accountancy are a Diploma or National Diploma with Financial Accounting, Auditing or Internal Auditing and Taxation at a 3rd year level and Grade 12 Mathematics with minimum APS of 4. Students with an APS below 4 for Mathematics or with Grade 12 Mathematical Literacy will only be considered after completion of the Mathematics for Diploma students module offered by the Faculty of Science at the University of Johannesburg to all second and third year Diploma students interested in pursuing further studies at the University of Johannesburg

Contact person: Ms Vanessa Van Dyk

Telephone: 011 559 3168

Email: vanessavd@uj.ac.za

*In Economics

The entry requirements for the Advanced Diploma in Economics are a Diploma, National Diploma or BTech with Economics as a major up to 3rd year level (with an average of 55% for Economics 3 AND an overall average of 55% for the relevant qualification AND a minimum APS of 4 for Mathematics). Students with an APS below 4 for Mathematics or with Grade 12 Mathematical Literacy will only be considered after successful completion of the Mathematics for Diploma students module offered by the Faculty of Science to all second and third year Diploma students interested in pursuing further studies at the University.

Contact person: Dr Peter Baur

Telephone: 011 559 2569

Email: peterb@uj.ac.za

* Preparatory study and an entrance examination may be required by the relevant department. Application forms and information are obtainable from the relevant department.

PROGRAMME ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO

ADVANCED DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES

*In Financial Management

The entry requirements for the Advanced Diploma in Financial Management are a Diploma or National Diploma with Financial Accounting and Management Accounting at a 3rd year level and Grade 12 Mathematics with minimum APS of 4. Students with an APS below 4 for Mathematics or with Grade 12 Mathematical Literacy will only be considered after completion of the Mathematics for Diploma students module offered by the Faculty of Science at the University of Johannesburg to all second and third year Diploma students interested in pursuing further studies at the University of Johannesburg.

Contact person: Ms Melissa McGill

Telephone: 011 559 3351

Email: dfiminfo@uj.ac.za

*In Financial Markets

The admission requirements for this programme will adhere to the University of Johannesburg’s Policy for Admission and Selection. A student should have one of the following: NEW/OLD NQF level 6 qualification with 3 years’ relevant work experience in financial markets; NEW/OLD NQF level 6 qualification in Finance; or 5 years’ relevant work experience in financial markets. In addition, Grade 12 Mathematics with a minimum APS score of 4 is required. Students with an APS below 4 or with Grade 12 Mathematical literacy will only be considered after completion of the Mathematics for Diploma students module offered by the Faculty of Science at the University of Johannesburg.

Contact person: Ms Corlise Le Roux

Telephone: 011 559 3351

Email: dfiminfo@uj.ac.za

*In Property Valuation

and Management

The entrance requirements for the Advanced Diploma in Property Valuation and Management are a Diploma or National Diploma with specialisation in property management or equivalent and Grade 12 Mathematics with a minimum APS of 4. Students with an APS below 4 for Mathematics or with Grade 12 Mathematical Literacy will only be considered after completion of the Mathematics for Diploma students module offered by the Faculty of Science at the University of Johannesburg to all second and third year Diploma students interested in pursuing further studies at the University of Johannesburg.

Contact person: Mr André Kruger

Telephone: 011 559 3351

Email: dfiminfo@uj.ac.za

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BACCALAUREUS COMMERCII OR BACHELOR OF COMMERCE EXTENDED DEGREE

Accounting BCGE14

25 with Mathematics

28 with Maths. Literacy

4 3 6 Financial Manager, Accountant, Internal Auditor, Tax Consultant APK

Economics and Econometrics B3NE4Q

25 with Mathematics

28 with Maths. Literacy

4 3 6Economist, Econometrician,

Economic Analyst, Forecaster, Economic Planner

APK

Finance BCFE14

25 with Mathematics

28 with Mathematical

Literacy

4 3 6

Financial Manager, Stockbroker, Accountant,

Financial Consultant, Chartered Management Accountant,

Investment Advisor, Securities Trader, Portfolio Manager, Certified Financial Planner,

Wealth Manager, Private Banker

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EXTENDED BCOM DEGREE PROGRAMMES (4 yrs)In order to obtain entry into an Extended degree programme in the Faculty of Economic and Financial Sciences, a candidate must meet the minimum requirements in the National Senior Certificate (NSC) or the National Certificate (Vocational) (NC(V)) for entry into a degree. The following are specific admission requirements in respect of extended degree studies in the Faculty.

• All extended degrees mentioned above are presented in English only. • The achievement level (rating) obtained for Life Orientation is NOT included in the calculation of the Admission Points Score (APS).• The BCom (Accounting) extended degree programme does not provide direct access to the Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Science. However, students who complete the

BCom (Accounting) extended degree, may enroll for a bridging programme (subject to space, admission requirements and the continued future offering of this programme). Upon completion of this bridging programme and compliance with specific performance requirements, candidates may then enroll for the Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Science.

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BACHELOR DEGREE *Accounting BCA012 33 4 5 Chartered Accountant – CA (SA) APK

BACCALAREUS COMMERCII OR BACHELOR OF COMMERCE DEGREE

**Accounting BCG014 28 4 4 Financial Manager, Accountant, Internal Auditor, Tax Consultant APK

**Economics and Econometrics B3N14Q 28 4 4 Economist, Econometrician, Economic Analyst, Forecaster, Economic Planner APK

**Finance BCF014 28 4 4

Financial Manager, Stockbroker, Accountant, Financial Consultant,

Chartered Management Accountant, Investment Advisor, Securities Trader, Portfolio Manager, Certified Financial

Planner, Wealth Manager, Private Banker.

APK

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DEGREE PROGRAMMES (3 years)In order to obtain entry into a Bachelor / BCom/ Bachelor of Commerce degree programme in the Faculty of Economic and Financial Sciences, a candidate must meet the minimum requirements in the National Senior Certificate (NSC) for entry into a bachelor’s degree programme. The following are specific admission requirements in respect of Bachelor / BCom / Bachelor of Commerce degree studies in the Faculty.

• The Bachelor of Accounting degree is presented in English and Afrikaans.• All other degrees are presented in English only.• The achievement level (rating) obtained for Life Orientation is NOT included in the calculation of the Admission Points Score (APS).• The BCom (Accounting) degree programme does not provide direct access to the Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Science. However, students who complete the BCom (Accounting)

degree, may enroll for a bridging programme (subject to space, admission requirements and the continued future offering of this programme). Upon completion of this bridging programme and compliance with specific performance requirements, candidates may then enroll for the Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Science.

POSTGRADUATEDIPLOMA

HONOURSPROGRAMMES

MASTER’SPROGRAMMES

COMMERCE(COURSE WORK)

MASTER’SPROGRAMMES

COMMERCE(RESEARCH)

DOCTORALPROGRAMMES

COMMERCE AND/ORPHILOSOPHY

PROGRAMMES

AccountingAccounting Science

Estate PlanningFinancial Management

Financial Markets

AccountingAccounting

(specialisation inChartered Accountancy)

EconometricsEconomics

Financial ManagementFinancial PlanningInternal Auditing

Investment ManagementProperty Valuation and

ManagementQuantitative Finance

TaxationTreasury Management

Computer AuditingDevelopment Economics

Financial EconomicsFinance

International AccountingSouth African and

International TaxationLocal Economic

Development

AccountingAuditing

EconometricsEconomics

Financial ManagementInvestment Management

South African andInternational TaxationQuantitative Finance

AccountingAuditing

EconometricsEconomics

FinanceFinancial Management

Investment ManagementTaxation

MASTER’SPROGRAMMEPHILOSOPHY

(COURSEWORK)Industrial Policy

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SUMMARY OF POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES

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