PDM

PDM - Postgraduate Diploma in Management 2012

Post Graduate Diploma in Management - PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

1. A one-year full-time programme in the field of Business Administration for graduates who wish to follow a career in management. This course takes a generalised approach ensuring that students have an in-depth knowledge of all the functional areas of management.

2. A one-year full-time programme in the field of Human Resources for those who wish to follow careers in human resource management, industrial relations or training and development. Students are also introduced to all the functional areas of management.

3. A two-year part-time programme in the field of Business Administration is offered to graduates who are currently employed in a full-time capacity but realise the value of in-depth management education to enhance their career prospects. The average age of the class is 27 years with class members being employed in a wide range of job functions.

Classes run from late January until the end of November. Lectures and syndicate work are held from 08:00 to 17:00 every week day. In each of the three terms approximately five subjects are taught and examined. Every full-time student is required to complete a two-month internship in a business organisation in full-time employment for the months of July and August to gain practical business skills. The average age of the class is 22 years and the majority have little full-time work experience.

PDM April intake : Application Deadline 29 February 2012 .

LECTURERS AT WBS
Lecturers on the programme are known for their outstanding teaching abilities and business, organisational and research experience. This, and the fact that admission is highly selective, ensure that exceptionally high standards are maintained to bring you a unique course and an educational experience which will equip you for the future: a future which is in your hands.

PROGRESS ASSESSMENT
Progress during the PDM is monitored through the assessment of individual and syndicate assignments and by means of formal examinations at the end of each block. Class tests are written from time to time and participation by students, in interactive classroom sessions, may be rated.

COURSES OFFERED
Both fields will contain the following fundamental courses in general management:

  • Principles of Marketing
  • Principles of Accounting of Finance
  • Principles of HR Management
  • Principles of Operations Management
  • Principles of Economics
  • Principles of Strategic Management

and the following core courses:

  • Analytical Decision Making
  • Management Accounting
  • Organisational Design & Development
  • Technology & Information Management

Admission Requirements
Applications from persons who have obtained a degree in any faculty from a recognised university or institution will be considered. Non-graduates with a professional qualification, extensive work experience and/or proven leadership qualifications in their particular field of endeavour may also apply. However, admission on these grounds is very limited.

Business Experience
It is an advantage, but not a requirement, for a student to have had working experience in a relevant field of employment Students with experience are able to relate the academic perspective to their experience and become more actively involved in class discussion and project work.
It is essential that before applying for the postgraduate programme in human resources, applicants familiarise themselves with the duties of a human resource manager by discussing the job and its contents with at least two practising personnel professionals.

A complete application consists of:

  1. Application form
  2. Certified Copy of Academic transcript(s)
    This is a detailed list of all subjects taken for the degree(s), with marks obtained, from the awarding university/universities. Transcripts should be obtained from all universities attended.
  3. Certified Copy of Degree certificate(s) Unless Graduation date falls within the following academic year
  4. SAQA evaluation (international Students)
  5. Two passport-sized photographs
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Proof of English Proficiency (international applicants unless medium of instruction was English)

    Senior Programme Manager
    Nikki Ogle
    Tel: +27 11 717 3576
    Email: nikki.ogle@wits.ac.za

    Duration
    Contact Faculty office for dates

    WBS PDM Downloads (Please note that Parts 1,2 & 3 of the PDM Application Form Part 3 must be submitted togther)

    Documents available for Download
    Attachment Size
    PDM Brochure 1.92 Mb
    WBS_Application_Residence.pdf 434.4 KB
    Post Grad Application Form Part 1.pdf 80.17 KB
    PDM Application Form Part 3.pdf 64.02 KB




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