CTI Education Group Courses Offered

• Faculty of Commerce

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  Qualification Description-The multidisciplinary nature of this degree prepares you for work in any area of business.You will cover the broad principles of commerce and management with a focus on business management, human resource management and marketing. You will also develop a sound foundation in accounting, financial management, project management, economics, research methodology and organisational behavior. Because of our unique teaching and learning approaches, you will also develop essential skills for the world of work, such as analytical thinking, effective decision-making, working in teams and communicating confidently.Does the world of trade, investment, economics, finance and accounting awaken the inner entrepreneur in you?Are you excited by anything to do with business?Admission requirements

  • National Senior Certificate (NSC) with Bachelor degree entry or an equivalent foreign secondary qualification on an NSC level with Bachelor degree entry approved by Universities South Africa (USAF).

  Or

  • Alternatively, a prospective student should have successfully completed a relevant Higher Certificate qualification. On successful completion of the higher certificate, students are required to apply to Universities South Africa (USAF) for a certificate of exemption in order to be admitted to a degree programme.

  Or
  If you have an international school-leaving certificate, you need to provide a certificate of exemption issued by Universities South Africa (USAF).

  Qualification Accreditation

  Accredited by the South African Higher Education Quality Committee (HEQC) of the Council on Higher Education (CHE).
  Registered with the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
  Internally and externally moderated by subject matter experts.
  Quality assured (externally moderated) by Cardiff Metropolitan University in Wales; the degree is of equivalent standing to a UK degree. If you have a CTI degree you will therefore be eligible to apply for postgraduate degree studies at Cardiff Metropolitan University in the United Kingdom. Cardiff Metropolitan University is a registered UK university and not a conferrer of any qualifications in South Africa.

  Career options

  The career choices for a Bachelor of Commerce graduate, are varied and employment options include:
  Communications
  Entrepreneurship
  Financial accounting
  General management
  Human resource management
  Marketing management
  Project management
  Research

  Qualification structure

  Teaching methods and assessment
  We use a blend of face-to-face Lecture-Based Learning (LBL) and Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL).
  Our teaching staff is a mix of full-time academics and working professionals to ensure you benefit from quality academic and industry-specific inputs.
  You have access to campus resource centres, computer labs and WiFi.
  During your studies, you complete practical case studies, conduct individual and group research projects and you participate in an online business strategy game. These projects and assessments ensure relevant business experience and further prepare you for the real world of work.
  In your second year of study you become a member of the South African Board of People Practices (SABPP) and the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers and Accountants (ICBA).

  Qualification facilities and campuses

  Computer labs and Wi-Fi access for students
  The qualification is offered at All CTI Campuses

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  Programme Structure

  Year 1

  In the first year of study, students are introduced to the core subject areas of a general commerce qualification. They are equipped with the fundamental principles of the following subject areas:
  Accounting 1A
  Accounting 1B
  Business Management 1A
  Business Management 1B
  Economics 1A
  Economics 1B
  Human Resource Management 1A
  Human Resource Management 1B
  Marketing 1A
  Marketing 1B
  Organisational Behaviour
  Public Relations and Communications

  Year 2

  In the second year of study, students build on the foundation developed in first year, and start exploring the following modules at a higher cognitive level:
  Accounting 2A
  Accounting 2B
  Business Management 2A
  Business Management 2B
  Human Resource Management 2A
  Human Resource Management 2B
  Marketing 2A
  Marketing 2B
  Entrepreneurship (Voluntary Elective)

  Year 3

  In the third year of study, students specialise in Marketing, Human Resource Management and Business Management. The modules of Research Methodology and Financial Management also contribute to making students real world ready.
  Business Management 3A
  Business Management 3B
  Financial Management
  Human Resource Management 3A
  Human Resource Management 3B
  Marketing 3A
  Marketing 3B
  Research Methodology 3A
  Research Methodology 3B
  The higher certificate prepares you for work in the business environment as it introduces you to the core disciplines of the modern workplace. It is also a good stepping-stone for those who do not meet the entry requirements for a degree but wish to gain entry to the CTI Bachelor of Commerce after completing this programme.
  The focus of the higher certificate is on the key areas of business management, human resource management and marketing. You will also cover Mathematics for Business, Academic English, Computer and Personal Skills Development, Business Communication, Small Business Development and bookkeeping. Within the curriculum, you will be introduced to topical business subject areas such as the elements of the marketing mix, Microsoft Offer Applications, recruitment, management and leadership, governance and sustainability in business.
  Because of our unique teaching and learning approaches, you will also start developing essential skills for the world of work, such as effective problem solving, critical thinking, working in teams and communicating effectively.
  Do you want to go straight into any industry with a foundation in the key areas of commerce? Do you dream of starting a business or studying a BCom after this programme? This higher certificate could be perfect for you.
  Are you excited to understand more about business?

  Admission requirement

  • You need a South African National Senior Certificate (NSC) for diploma or certificate purposes.

  Or

  • If you have an international school-leaving certificate, you need to qualify for matric exemption from the Matriculation Board. CTI will forward all exemption applications, on your behalf, to the Board for evaluation.

  Qualification accreditation

  Accredited by the South African Higher Education Quality Committee (HEQC) of the Council on Higher Education (CHE).
  Registered with the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

  Career options

  The career choices for you, as a Higher Certificate in Business Management graduate, are varied and employment options include:
  Bookkeeping
  Communications
  Entrepreneurship
  Event organisation
  General administration
  Human resource administration
  Marketing administration
  Sales consultation

  Qualification structure

  Teaching methods and assessment
  We use a blend of face-to-face Lecture-Based Learning (LBL) and Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL).
  Our teaching staff is a mix of full-time academics and working professionals to ensure you benefit from quality academic and industry-specific inputs.
  You have access to campus resource centres, computer labs and WiFi.
  You complete theoretical assessments and practical case studies. These assessments ensure that you gain relevant business knowledge and that you understand some of the commercial and social challenges faced locally and globally. This approach prepares you for the real world of work.

  Qualification facilities and campuses

  All campuses have resource centres
  Computer labs and Wi-Fi access for students
  The qualification is offered at All CTI campuses

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  • Bachelor of Commerce Degree
  • Higher Certificate in Business Management
• Faculty of Information Technology
• Faculty of Information Technology
  CTI’s Faculty of Information Technology has been at the forefront of higher education in information technology in South Africa for over thirty years. We have a reputation for developing qualifications and programmes that are highly relevant, anticipate the current and future needs of industry and are practical. Our curriculum review system means that we are able to update our programmes very quickly to keep ahead of technological innovation.
  Our qualifications prepare you for the fast-moving world of information technology. They provide you with both broad theoretical understanding as well as specialised practical application of information technology. Areas of specialisation include computer science, information systems, software development, software analyses, database design and network infrastructure.
  CTI offers a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology degree, which is both broad and intense. We also offer a wide choice of Higher Certificates in Information Technology and Information Systems, and specialised short learning programmes that are rigorous and career focused.
  With our focus on Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL), interactive Lecture-Based Learning (LBL) and practical assessments, we ensure that you are ready to navigate the world of work with real world computer and information technology skills.
  For our Information Systems higher certificates, we use the highly effective Mastery Learning Methodology (MLM), which is ideal for self-directed and modular learning in the information technology industry. We have excellent facilities like computer labs with cluster workspace setups, hardware pods for practise and assessment and smart pods for formal and informal learning. Our unique teaching methodologies ensure that you develop additional skills essential to the modern workplace, such as critical thinking, solving problems, being innovative, being adaptable, collaborating with others and communication.
  Faculty facts
  Dean of Faculty
  Dr Nhlanhla Thwala (Acting)
  (BA, DipEd, MA, Phd)
  Industry associations and accreditations
  • Partnership with the Computing Technology Information Association (CompTIA) for selected Information Systems Higher Certificates.
  • The CTI Bachelor of Science in Information Technology is quality assured (externally moderated) by Cardiff Metropolitan University in Wales.
  Accolades
  • Our subject specialist panel that monitors and reviews our curriculum annually; members are industry leaders from diverse businesses including software development, telecommunications, insurance and information technology support.

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  • Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
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• Programmes

• Programmes

  CTI offers a comprehensive list of short learning programmes in various academic fields. These modules outline specific aspects of the faculty and are taken over a duration of between 8 to 10 months (full-time) or 20 months (part-time). The short learning programmes are highly beneficial for those who are either already in the relevant line of work and would like to boost their current knowledge base, for those who are interested in specific aspects of the industry or for those whose qualification criteria do not meet the standards for obtaining a certificate, degree or diploma. Upon completion of these modules, students can continue studying towards a Certificate through an application process for Credit Transfer (CT) or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

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  • Short Learning Programme in IT Engineering
  • Short Learning Programme in Basic Programming
  • Short Learning Programme in Internet Development Specialist