2016 Student Prospectus

CENTURION CAMPUS

Bachelor of Commerce in Business Management

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CONTENTS Page Nr

Contact Details 3

Management 3

Registration and Accreditation 3

Purpose of the Qualification 3

Program Layout ` 4-5

Subject Outline 5-8

Career Opportunities 8

Academic Calendar 8

Before you apply 8

Admission Requirements (SA Citizens) 8

Admission Requirements (International Students) 9-10

Language Policy 10

Assessment 10-11

Certification Rules 11

Assessment Appeals 11

Changes in Course/Software 11

Transfer to another Program 12

Textbooks 12

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CONTACT DETAILS

Head Office Bellville Campus Centurion Campus Bellville Business Park 1023 Bank Street DJ Wood Street CENTURION Bellville 7530 Tel: 0219495036/7 Tel: +27 12 663 6333 Fax: 0219481859 Fax: +27 21 663 6404

Email: info@prestigeacademy.co.za ca@prestigeacademy.co.za www.prestigeacademy.co.za www.prestigeacademy.co.za

MANAGEMET :

Dr J Hugo Rector Ms V Liebenberg Academic Head (Head Office – Bellville)

Ms S Wiese Head of Faculty Ms M Burger Program Co-ordinator

Ms Erica Zeelie Academic Manager (Centurion)

REGISTRATION AND ACCREDITATION

We comply with requirements for accreditation as a higher education institution, which includes quality assurance, quality promotion

and ongoing quality improvement.

• Prestige Academy (Pty) Ltd is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training as a private higher education

institution under the Higher Education Act, 1997. Registration certificate no. 2009/HE07/005.

• The Bachelor of Commerce in Business Management is registered on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) of the South

African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), qualification ID 84887.

• Prestige Academy (Pty) Ltd is accredited by the Higher Education Quality Committee (HEQC) of the Council on Higher Education

(CHE) to offer the Bachelor of Commerce in Business Management.

BACHELOR OF COMMERCE IN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

SAQA Qualification ID 84887

NQF Level 7

Total Credits 365

Duration of qualification 3 years full-time

Mode of delivery Contact (face-to-face)

Accreditation Status Accredited by the Council on Higher Education

PURPOSE OF THE QUALIFICATION

The business sector in South Africa has a great demand for people who can combine ideas and skills to further innovation and enterprise. The program has a strong financial and managerial approach, thus developing the quantitative abilities of the student. Students will therefore develop strong management and financial decision-making skills that are needed not only in South Africa but also in all international markets. Students will gain valuable knowledge in the grounding of economics, project management and research methodology. Computer technology is very important in any business environment today. We therefore equip our students with the latest computer skills and knowledge. This will include software programs like Pastel Accounting and Pastel Payroll.

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PROGRAM LAYOUT

Year 1

Year 2

SUBJECT TITLE COMPONENT NQF CREDITS SUBJECT CODE

PRE-REQUISITE

Accounting for Financial Decision-Making Core 5 25 BA13 A student must pass this module to continue with Financial Management (FM22) in Year 2

Statistical Methods Core 5 5 STM11 None

Entrepreneurship Core 5 15 FE12 None

Business Communication Core 5 15 BC12 None

Information Management Systems Core 5 15 IMS12 None

Business Marketing Core 5 20 MM12 None

Business Management Core 5 15 BM12 None

Administrative Management Core 5 15 AM12 None

Sub-total 125

SUBJECT TITLE COMPONENT NQF CREDITS SUBJECT CODE PRE-REQUISITE

Entrepreneurship

Ventures and Venturing

Core 6 15 EN22

Financial Management Core 6 20 FM22

A student must pass this module to

continue with Financial

Management (FM32) in Year 3

Organizational Behaviour Core 6 15 OB22 None

Micro Economics Core 6 15 MIE22 None

Research Methodology Core 6 5 RE21

A student must pass this module to

continue with Applied Research

(AR32) in Year 3

Macro Economics Core 6 15 MAE22 None

Information Management

Systems

Pastel Acc Intermediate

Core 6 15 IMS22 None

Project Management Core 6 20 PM22 None

Sub-total 120

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Year 3

SUBJECT OUTLINES

Year 1

SUBJECT 1: BUSINESS COMMUNICATION This subject will equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to understand and apply key concepts in effective verbal and non-verbal communication within the business work environment. Attention is paid to the nature and dimensions of verbal and non-verbal communication, as well as internal and external communication within organisational structures.

SUBJECT 2: INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS This is a generic subject. It was originally developed for potential employees in the business or public services sector. The trend in business today is to computerize business tasks such as administration, accounting, information systems, communication, marketing etc in all fields of work. Basic computer literacy is a prerequisite for any learning program in the ICT field.

SUBJECT 3: ENTREPRENEURSHIP This subject introduces the student to the entrepreneurial world and creates a platform for more advanced studies in this field. Students will explore the unique characteristics of the ‘Entrepreneur’ as an individual with limited resources who seizes opportunities to develop new products and services which satisfy the multiple needs of consumers. Specific techniques for releasing creativity in the development and growth of new business ventures will be presented in practical terms. The differences between concepts such as: ‘Entrepreneurship’ and ‘Intrapreneurship’; ‘creativity’ and ‘innovation’; ‘feasibility’ and ‘viability’, will also be explained with the aim to sensitise students for business opportunities even within existing and well established business environments. This subject finally introduces the student to the requirements of a structured ‘mini-business plan.’ The role of women as emerging entrepreneurs is also highlighted, accompanied with base-line knowledge of the advantages and disadvantages of the existing legal business forms available to entrepreneurs in South Africa.

SUBJECT 4: ACCOUNTING FOR FINANCIAL DECISION MAKING This subject serves as a foundation to more advanced studies in bookkeeping and accounting. It provides the student with an orientation to core concepts, principles and processes, starting with a brief revisit to the different types of businesses combined with the basic concepts and principles of financial accounting. In particular, attention is paid to source documents and banking procedures, the double-entry system, payment and receipt transactions, credit sales and purchase transactions, as well as elementary year-end procedures.

SUBJECT 5: BUSINESS MANAGEMENT This subject introduces the student to the business world and key processes for effective business management. In particular, attention is paid to the underpinning theory and concepts of business management, management principles, and related processes, aspects of functional management with integration with contemporary management issues such as globalisation, knowledge management and productivity.

SUBJECT 6: ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGEMENT This subject equips the student with knowledge about information management to able students to manage the information needs of the organisation so that timely, relevant and accurate information is available to managers at all levels to make meaningful decisions. In particular, attention is paid to the role and support functions of administrative management within an organisation, information systems and the management of information, the office environment, as well as visual presentation of information.

SUBJECT TITLE COMPONENT NQF CREDITS SUBJECT CODE PRE-REQUISITE

Financial Management

Includes Pastel

Advanced/Pastel Payroll

Core 7 25 FM32

None

Business Management 3A

Strategic Management Core 7 20 SM32 None

Business Management 3B

Entrepreneurial Planning Core 7 15 EN32

None

Business Management 3C

Corporate Governance Core 7 15 BM32 None

Applied Research Core 7 20 AR32 None

Business Legal Practice Core 7 25 BL32 None

Sub-total 120

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SUBJECT 7: BUSINESS MARKETING This subject introduces students to the fundamental concepts and principles that underpin the marketing process. In particular, it gives a concise overview of contemporary marketing, and examines the role and practice of marketing within the changing business environment, the marketing process, segmentation, targeting and positioning, and the extended marketing mix, as well as different marketing segments and contexts. SUBJECT 8: STATISTICAL METHODS Statistical methods examine a set of common statistical tools in the business context, so students can solve real problems of data collection and analysis. The overall objective of this subject is to provide a set of statistical tools for solving problems through the use of sample information. The subject includes probability models that are used in economics and business. It also addresses the fundamentals of statistical inference, with special emphasis on the construction of confidence intervals and hypothesis testing.

Year 2

SUBJECT 1: MACRO ECONOMICS The objective of this subject is to introduce students to introductory concepts and practices in macro economics. The Principles of Macro economics covers the basics of macro economic analysis as well as the structure and operation of the economy explained through the role of macro economic theory such as economic growth, unemployment, inflation, interest rates, the national budget and International trade.

SUBJECT 2: ORGANISATIONAL BEHAVIOUR This subject equips the student with knowledge on the complex context in which organisations in South Africa operate. In particular, attention is paid to organisational structure and culture, common approaches to management and leadership, motivational theories as well as working with others, including teamwork and group dynamics.

SUBJECT 3: MICRO ECONOMICS The objective of this subject is to introduce students to introductory concepts and practices in micro economics. The Principles of Micro Economics covers the basics of micro economic analysis as well as the structure and operation of the economy explained through the role of micro economic theory including the price mechanism, consumer and producer equilibrium and market structures models. No prior knowledge of economics is necessary in order to successfully complete this subject. Students with prior knowledge of Economics or Business Economics may however have an initial advantage.

SUBJECT 4: FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT This subject builds on Accounting for Financial Decision Making (BA13). In particular, attention is paid to financial institutions, securities, markets, interest rates, taxes and dividends, time value of money, as well as short term financial decisions.

SUBJECT 5: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY This subject deals with the principles, concepts and processes pertaining to academic-scientific research. It will equip the student with sufficient knowledge to be able to plan, prepare and conduct research at a basic level. The syllabus includes the features of scientific research, types of research as well as common aspects in the execution of a research assignment. Some examples would be problem identification, motivation of the study formulating a hypothesis, research objectives, selecting suitable methods, planning and preparing the research action as well as the gathering of data, and performing analysis and interpretation of results leading to a research report. SUBJECT 6: PROJECT MANAGEMENT This subject will develop an understanding of the principles of project management and its application to projects in business management. In particular, attention is paid to the project and product lifecycle approach to enable students to appreciate an effective integrated functioning system.

SUBJECT 7: ENTREPRENEURSHIP 2 The candidate will develop the ability to evaluate different entrepreneurial business plans, using critical thinking skills such as analysis and evaluation combined with predetermined evaluation criteria.

SUBJECT 8: INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (PASTEL ACCOUNTING INTERMEDIATE) This subject equips the student with knowledge on application of computerised accounting systems. In particular, attention is paid to PC utilities to perform accounting tasks, create customer and supplier accounts, create and operate inventories, as well as process orders and record and process invoices.

Year 3

SUBJECT 1: BUSINESS LEGAL PRACTICE This subject will equip the student with knowledge about a variety of legal issues applicable to business management. It sets the foundation for business management practice that complies with relevant laws of the country. Attention is paid to the legal system in South Africa, the Law of Contract, types of contracts and related formalities, the National Credit Act, leases and functions, business enterprises, the Law of Trust, creation, office, the administration of Trust, Trust beneficiaries, as well as revocation and termination of the Trust.

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SUBJECT 2: BUSINESS MANAGEMENT 3A (STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT) The aim of this subject is to enable students to understand strategic analysis, choice and the implementation structure. It equips the student with knowledge to apply and evaluate analytical tools in the development of strategic plans and strategies. An organisation needs a reference point for decision making, which can be provided by the strategy and the planning process involved in designing the strategy.

SUBJECT 3: BUSINESS MANAGEMENT 3B (ENTREPRENEURIAL PLANNING) This subject will equip the candidate with an in-depth understanding of a functional entrepreneurial business plan. The candidate will acquire detailed knowledge of the vital requirements of a well structured business plan. Such “ingredients” include the proposed products and/or services, the marketing plan, required infrastructure/facilities, and the management plan. Apart from that, attention will be paid to required financial matters, including the financial plan, start-up capital, projected income, projected balance sheet, projected cash flow statement, and projected capital equipment. This subject also covers ways in which sources such as the internet can be used to compile business plans, the selection of a specific plan, and modification of a chosen plan to suit personal needs (customising). The candidate will also acquire advanced knowledge of the required documentation related to a business plan, including the presentation thereof by way of a structured document containing all vital information. Finally, the candidate will develop the ability to evaluate different entrepreneurial business plans, using critical thinking skills such as analysis and evaluation combined with evaluation criteria.

SUBJECT 4: BUSINESS MANAGEMENT 3C (CORPORATE GOVERNANCE) This subject introduces students to the fundamental concepts and principles that underpin corporate governance. South African companies have to compete for international capital and for job creation through increased direct foreign investment.

SUBJECT 5: FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT 3 This subject introduces students to the financial management of business. In particular, attention is paid to long term financial management decisions, international managerial finance, mergers and joint ventures as well as business failures. Students are also equipped with knowledge of advanced computerised accounting systems and the computerised payroll system. This will include setting up transactions, creating bank and branch codes, pay points, job and cost center codes, and creating employee data and process payslips as well as advanced functions in the general ledger, advanced customer functions, using Bank Manager option to process cash books. The student is also equipped with knowledge about research report writing. To this end, attention is paid to formulating the research title, objectives, structuring of chapters, correct referencing and technical rendering such as numbering of tables and figures as well as a variety of typographic rendering elements.

SUBJECT 6: APPLIED RESEARCH This subject builds on knowledge acquired in Research Methodology and provides the opportunity to students to do research with the view of specialising in any particular area of business management. It is required to plan, prepare and execute research according to a well structured plan/protocol. This includes the identification of a research question or problem, formulation of a title for the research, setting relevant aims and objectives, agreeing on a timeframe, and feasible contingency plans under supervision of a study leader. It is also required to implement the plans, gather and analyse the results as well as evaluate the findings and make recommendations for follow-up research, if possible. This should culminate in a mini-thesis/dissertation that reflects sound scientific writing skills.

SUBJECT 7: WORK-INTEGRATED LEARNING Work-integrated learning (also called internship or professional practicum) happens in the final year of study. It involves learning through placement at a company for the purpose of gaining hands-on experience through executing actual tasks and assignments (e.g. business environment). Work- integrated learning is structured around a clear purpose, performance (outcome) targets and procedures in collaboration with the employer and lecturer(s) concerned. It provides students with an opportunity to acquire first-hand experience of the world of work in the industry concerned. Students should acquire an in-depth knowledge of workplace practices as well as a broad knowledge and understanding of how the host organisation operates. They should develop competencies that are impossible or highly unlikely in the classroom environment, for instance the ability to deal with challenges and problems within context of the workplace itself. They will also develop the ability to integrate knowledge and skills across all programme subjects at practical level.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Students can be employed in the following career fields:

Management Consultant Credit Manager Debt Manager Marketing Manager Human Resource Manager Project Manager

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2016 ACADEMIC CALENDAR

2016 Term dates

Centurion Campus

25 January 2016 to 7 December 2016

TERM TERM STARTS TERM ENDS

1 25 January 2016 18 March 2016

2 5 April 2016 24 June 2016

3 18 July 2016 30 September 2016

4 10 October 2016 7 December 2016

BEFORE YOU APPLY

Before you apply to study at any higher education institution, make sure that the programme as well as the institution itself is credible.

Amongst other things, ask for proof of “accreditation.” It means that the institution as well as a certain programme/qualification is

acknowledged as meeting high standards. The Department of Higher Education and Training annually issues a certificate to every

higher education institution specifying the list of qualifications that the institution is allowed to offer. For this reason, ask the SAQA ID

Number of the qualification you are interested in.

It is important to use to match your interests and needs. You should choose the programme of study that is right for you. As much as

we want to make sure you are a good fit for Prestige Academy, we want to make sure you feel the same. We would recommend that

all applicants visit the campus and request an interview. This has another purpose. Visiting our campus is your opportunity to really get

a feeling of the vibe at Prestige Academy. Alternatively, the Open Days and Winter Workshops are most suitable for this exploration.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS (SA CITIZENS)

The minimum admission requirements is a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a minimum of 30 – 39% in the language of learning

and teaching of the institution (in our case it is English) coupled with an achievement rating of 4, 50-59% or better in four designated

subjects. **The designated subject must include Mathematics. If the candidate has not taken Mathematics, then Mathematical

Literacy (rating 7, minimum 80%) is compulsory.

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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS (INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS)

Applicants from abroad, e.g. Namibia have to comply with the above admission requirements. The school grading system used in other countries is “translated” to match the South African system. The following table indicates requirements for Foreign Qualifications in Degree Studies (in this case the Bachelor of Commerce in Business Management). We reiterate the specific requirement of Mathematics 4 (50%-59%) or Mathematics Literacy 7 (80%-89%)

Education

System

Total

Subjects

Lower Higher

Subject Grouping Notes Ordinary/

IGCSE

A AS HIGCSE SC(HG)

Cambridge

International

A Level

5 3

(min grade C)

2

(min grade

E)

Students must choose one subject from each

of Groups1, II and III at either A Level or

IGCSE/O Level.

The fourth and fifth subjects for either A Level

or IGCSE/O Level may be taken from any of

the groups.

More than one

subject can be chosen

from a group

providing that the

minimum

requirements have

been met.

Cambridge

International

A Level

4 1

(min grade C)

3

(min

grade E)

Students must choose one subject from each

of Groups I, II and III at either A Level or

IGCSE/O Level.

The fourth Subject for either A Level or

IGCSE/O Level may be taken from any of the

groups.

Cambridge

International

AS Level

5 1

(min grade

D)

4

(min grade

C)

Students must choose one subject from each

of Groups I, II and III at either AS Level or

IGCSE/O Level.

The fourth and fifth subjects for either AS

Level or IGCSE/O Level may be taken from any

of the groups. English Language must be

taken at AS Level.

More than one

subject can be chosen

from a group

providing that the

minimum

requirements have

been met.

Two examination

sittings only. Where a

subject is not

examined in Oct/Nov

session the following

or preceding June

session will be

regarded as the same

sitting.

Cambridge

AICE

5 5

(min grade

D)

Students must achieve passes in:

- English Language

- at least one subject from Group II

- at least one of the following:

Biology, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry,

History,

Economics or Geography

The fourth and fifth subjects may be taken

from any of the groups.

Cambridge

HIGCSE

5 1

(min grade C)

4

(min grade

C)

Students must choose one subject from each

of Groups I, II and two subjects form Groups

III, IV and V at either HIGCSE or IGCSE/O Level.

The fifth subject for either HIGCSE or IGCSE/O

Level may be taken from any of the groups.

English Language must be taken on HIGCE

Level.

NSSC 5 1

(min grade C)

4

(min grade

3)

Students must choose one subject from each

of Groups I, II and III at either Higher NSSC or

NSSC Ordinary Level.

The fourth and fifth subjects for either Higher

NSSC or NSSC Ordinary Level may be taken

from any of the groups.

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Conditional Exemption

Should a candidate not meet the entry requirements for a degree, the following rules apply:

Prestige Academy reserves the right to conditionally approve the candidate to enrol for the 1st

year of a relevant

diploma programme;

the candidate must pass all subjects in the 1st

year of this programme; and

the candidate must obtain a minimum of 65% average for the 1st

year of this programme.

If the candidate meets the above conditions, he/she could be articulated to the approved degree programme.

CONVERSION TABLE FOR DEGREE STUDIES

Higher Level

1= 75% - 100%

2 = 60% - 74%

3 = 55% - 59%

4 = 45% - 54%

U = ungraded

Ordinary Level

A* = 80% - 100%

(candidates with this

grade should have

written the HIGCSE

paper)

A = 65% - 79%

B = 55% - 64%

C - 45% - 54%

LANGUAGE POLICY

All lectures and courseware are presented in English as this is globally the primary language of communication.

ASSESSMENT

All students shall be sufficiently informed about all aspects of assessments applicable to the different subjects they have registered for (refer to study guides). Vital information to be issued to students include the pass requirements, the learning outcomes, the required standards of performance (assessment criteria) as well as the methods, delivery dates of assignment, the evidence of the learning process and/or product, assessment results as well as evidence of feedback.

Prestige Academy follows a system of a combination of criterion-referenced assessment (assessment against measurable criteria), rather than only measuring achievement against the marks of the best candidate in class or any other type of subjective indicators. In all cases assessment shall comply with universal principals, including:

appropriateness,

validity,

reliability,

fairness,

sufficiency,

authenticity,

NSSC NSSC CAMBRIDGE CAMBRIDGESENIOR

CERTIFICATE

SENIOR

CERTIFICATEGCE GCE

POINTSHIGHER

LEVEL

ORDINARY

LEVELHIGCSE IGCSE HG SG A-LEVEL O-LEVEL

10 A

9 1 1 A B

8 2 A* 2 A* B C

7 3 A 3 A C A D A

6 4 B 4 B D B E B

5 C C E CN OR O OR

SUBSIDIARYC

4 D D F D D

3 E E E E

2 F F F F

1 G G G

IEB Rating/SA Rating

Percentage Rating Code

80 - 100 7

70 - 79 6

60 - 69 5

50 - 59 4

40 - 49 3

30 - 39 2

0 - 29 1

ACE Conversion Table

AVERAGE

%

SYMBOL LEVEL

96-100 A 7

92-95 B 6

88-91 C 5

84-87 D 4

80-83 E 3

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consistency, and

feasibility

Assessment shall be treated as an integrated and vital part of the education and training system. This implies amongst other that assessment will be done throughout teaching and learning, rather than at the end of a subject only. To ensure sufficient proof a student’s competence after completion of a programme, all members of academic staff shall use a combination of formative assessments (conducting assessment at any time during the delivery of a subject) and summative assessment (conducted at the end of a subject) by way of a practical and/or theoretical examination. The students will receive a study guide per subject on Moodle and the Intranet that will indicate assessment layout. The results of both formative and summative assessments shall count towards the final progress mark. Students who fail to hand in assignments, write class tests and formal tests, will jeopardise the final mark obtained for the subject. The student will be allowed to write the examination whether or not he/she has handed in assignments, wrote class tests and formal tests, but such a student will not merely pass because he/she passed the examination only.

CERTIFICATION RULES

All subjects in the programme are compulsory and therefore a student must successfully complete all subjects in the programme to be awarded a degree. There may be pre-requisite subjects to advance to a next level (e.g. moving from year 1 to year 2).

The primary indicator of competence is the achievement of 50% in the summative assessment and an overall 50% for each individual subject (this includes the assessment of all relevant learning outcomes). It is therefore evident that students must hand in all assignments, write all class and formal tests as well as write the examination.

Grading of final achievement shall be based on a calculated value of the combination of formative and summative assessment results, and expressed by way of a grade symbol, namely pass, merit, and distinction. The “cut-off” points to determine achievement of a pass, merit or distinction grade for a certificate and diploma programme are as follows: 50-59% a pass, 60-79% a merit, and 80-100% a distinction. In the case of a degree programme, the "cut-off" points will be as follows: pass 50 - 59%, merit 60 - 74% and distinction 75 - 100%. The Certification Board reserves the right to adjust the final grade of a candidate, e.g. as recommended by an external moderator, or after an appeal judgment where all assessment results as well as the class attendance track record of the candidate concerned shall be taken into account.

ASSESSMENT APPEALS

All students have the right to appeal against the results of any assessment, e.g. when a NYA (Not Yet Achieved) grade has been awarded for a particular outcome or assessment criterion in an assignment. Such appeals shall be in writing on the appeal form that can be obtained from the office of the Academic Manager. It must show full identification details (i.e. name of the student, student number, programme enrolled for, relevant subject, and a brief motivation for the appeal. The motivation shall be clear and specific, and preferably refer to the principals of assessment (fairness, sufficiency, etc). The application must be handed in at the office of the Academic Manager, ONLY when the final grade or mark of a subject has been communicated to the candidate. The student shall be given feedback on the outcome of the appeal within fifteen working days.

CHANGES IN COURSE/SOFTWARE

Prestige Academy reserves the right to modify/change any aspect of a learning programme, including timetables, teaching-learning

methods, assessment, resources such as prescribed textbooks, or discontinue a particular programme or subject within a given

programme, and replace it with a more suitable alternative (e.g. a more up-to-date text book, or computer software) as long as it is to

the benefit of the students concerned in terms of their knowledge gain and ultimate competence.

If a student is in his/her 1st year of study, and subjects change in their 2nd/3rd year of study, the students will automatically follow the

changed syllabus as from the 2nd year.

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TRANSFER TO ANOTHER PROGRAM

If a student desires to transfer from one programme or subject to another, he/she must apply in writing to do so within the first 7 days after commencement of classes. This transfer cannot be guaranteed as many factors first have to be taken into consideration. They are:

availability of space in the classroom where the student wants to be transferred to (the new qualification)

the amount of teaching time and work the student has missed out on

portfolio requirements to be adhered to prior to commencement of course

availability of the course at the specific campus.

Irrespective of the programme the student is transferring to, a minimum administration fee of R200.00 is payable. The student will also be required to purchase textbooks for the programme they are transferring to. No copies of text books are handed out due to a student not having the correct textbook on time. If textbooks have been ordered and purchased for the original programme the student enrolled for, no refunds will be given on returns. In the case of textbooks to be imported, courier fees are charged and payable to Prestige Academy before the transfer can take place. Additional fees for notes to be printed will be charged. In the case where a student will need extra classes a fee of R300.00 per hour will be levied.

TRANSFER FROM ONE PROGRAMME TO ANOTHER

Students who have been provisionally approved on their interim grade 12/National Senior Certificate marks to study towards e.g. a Degree and do not meet these requirements after the final grade 12 marks are published, will be transferred to a lower level, e.g. a diploma (if available at the specific campus) or the student can select an alternative qualification. The availability of physical class space applies. Should your grade 12 results meet the admission requirements of the qualification enrolled for, your registration status will automatically change from provisionally to unconditional acceptance

TEXTBOOKS

No textbooks are included in the tuition fees. Estimated textbook amounts are quoted above. It is the sole responsibility of the

student to purchase these books before the programme delivery commences. The student will receive the booklist in advance. It is

the responsibility of the student to ensure that he/she purchases the correct book and correct version (eg edition 2).