Generic Management NQF 4

Generic Management is intended for junior managers of small organisations, business units in medium and large organisations, or those aspiring to these positions.

The focus of this qualification has been designed to enable learners to be competent in a range of knowledge, skills, attitudes and values needed to fulfil the position of management.

The scope of management covers four domains: leadership, self-management, people management and management practices. This qualification addresses each of these domains with generic competencies, thereby enabling learning programmes to be contextualised for specific sectors and industries. 

The qualification lays the foundation for the development of management qualifications across various sectors and industries. It specifically develops management competencies required by learners in any occupation, particularly those who are currently operating as junior managers.

The qualification introduces key terms, rules, concepts, principles and practices of management that will enable learners to be informed managers in any occupation.

This qualification will equip learners with generic competencies, thereby enabling learning programmes to be contextualised for specific sectors and industries. Ultimately, this qualification is aimed at improving the productivity and efficiency of managers within all occupations in South Africa.