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TABLE OF CONTENTS

MESSAGE FROM THE COLLEGE 4

1 ABOUT FERNWOOD BUSINESS COLLEGE 5

1.1 Vision 5

1.2 Mission 5

2 WHY CHOOSE FERNWOOD BUSINESS COLLEGE? 6

2.1 Management and Staff 6

2.2 List of Definitions and Terms 7

2.3 Fernwood Business College Committee Structure 8

2.4 Enrolment Criteria, Documentation and Procedure 9

2.5 Approved Site/s of Delivery 10

2.6 Mode of Instruction 11

2.7 Language of Tuition 11

2.8 Formative and Summative Assessments 11

2.9 Student Financial Aid 12

2.10 Student Support Services 12

2.11 Code of Conduct 13

2.12 Student Complaints and Grievances 13

3 THE LEARNING CONTRACT 14

3.1 Terms and Conditions 14

3.2 Fees 16

3.3 Refund in the case of Cancellation or Withdrawal 16

4 HIGHER EDUCATION CERTIFICATE OFFERED BY FERNWOOD BUSINESS COLLEGE 17

4.1 Higher Certificate in Business Management, NQF Level 5 (SAQA ID 87026) 17

5 FURTHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING CERTIFICATES OFFERED BY FERNWOOD BUSINESS COLLEGE

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5.1 FETC: Long Term Insurance, NQF Level 4 (SAQA ID 49649): FAIS Programme 18

5.2 FETC: Human Resources Management And Practices Support, NQF Level 4 (SAQA ID 67463) 19

5.3 FETC: Marketing, NQF Level 4 (SAQA ID 67464) 20

5.4 FETC: Debt Recovery, NQF Level 4 (SAQA ID 49021) 21

6 PROGRAMMES OFFERED BY FERNWOOD BUSINESS COLLEGE 22

6.1 eSkills 4 All Programmes 22

7 QUALIFICATIONS OFFERED BY FERNWOOD BUSINESS COLLEGE ON BEHALF OF THE INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED BOOKKEEPERS

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7.1 National Certificate: Bookkeeping, NQF 3 (SAQA ID 58375) 24

7.2 Further Education and Training Certificate: Bookkeeping, NQF 4 (SAQA ID 58376) 24

7.3 National Diploma: Technical Financial Accounting, NQF 5 (SAQA ID 36213) 25

 

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7.4 Certificate: Office Administration, NQF 5 (SAQA ID 23618) 25

7.5 Higher Certificate: Office Administration, NQF 5 (SAQA ID 23619) 26

7.6 Diploma: Office Administration, NQF 6 (SAQA ID 35958) 26

7.7 National Certificate: Small Business Financial Management, NQF 4 (SAQA ID 48736) 27

8 QUALIFICATIONS OFFERED BY FERNWOOD BUSINESS COLLEGE ON BEHALF OF THE INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS STUDIES

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8.1 The IBS Professional Qualification: Business Administration, NQF 3 (SAQA ID 60650) 27

8.2 The IBS Professional Qualification: Management and Administration, NQF 4 (SAQA ID 60652) 28

9 QUALIFICATIONS OFFERED BY FERNWOOD BUSINESS COLLEGE ON BEHALF OF THE CHARTERED SECRETARIES – SOUTHERN AFRICA

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9.1 CIS Professional Qualification: Management and Administration, NQF 6 (SAQA ID 60651) 29

CONTACT DETAILS – FERNWOOD BUSINESS COLLEGE 31

 

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MESSAGE FROM THE COLLEGE Dear Student Welcome to Fernwood Business College and congratulations on choosing us as your partner in education. We commend you for taking the step to further your education and for choosing Fernwood Business College (FBC). FBC is a reputable institution, provisionally registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training and fully compliant with all applicable education and training legislation. The learning programme you are about to embark on is registered with the South African Qualifications Authority and accredited by the relevant professional body and quality assurance partner. Not only will the qualification earn you professional recognition, but it will also improve your marketability as well as lead to promotional opportunities at work. The fundamental principle of FBC is to prepare students for the world of work, not the world of unemployment. From this perspective, learning programme designs and delivery are directed to equip you to achieve optimum results, both academically as well as within your work environment. We strive to offer our students excellent customer service and would like to draw your attention to the important contact details below which will assist us in assisting should you require assistance with completing your formative assessments, preparing for your summative assessment (examination), or any other assistance with regard to completing your studies

Contact telephone number: 086 188 7771

Contact fax number: 086 621 5799

Contact e-mail address: info@fbc.edu.za

You can also use these contact details to share valuable feedback with us concerning any compliments, complaints or general comments. On behalf of myself, all academic and support staff, we wish you a productive and successful learning experience at Fernwood Business College. Director Fernwood Business College

 

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1 ABOUT FERNWOOD BUSINESS COLLEGE Fernwood Business College (Pty) Limited, Company Registration. No. 2006/033114/07 is:

• Provisionally registered as a private Further Education and Training College with the Department of Higher Education and Training until 31 December 2015, Registration No. 2009/FE07/102

• Provisionally registered as a Private Higher Education Institution with the Department of Higher Education and Training until 31 December 2015, Registration No. 2012/HE07/001

Fernwood Business College (FBC) is committed to prepare students for the world of work. With this quality objective in mind, all our learning programmes are developed and supported to equip you to achieve optimum results, both academically as well as in your work environment. FBC has ensured that all learning programmes offered are accredited by the relevant Education and Training Quality Assurance Councils and/or Bodies (ETQA’s). To date, FBC has either been registered or accredited (in some instances, provisionally) by the following bodies:

• Department of Education (DOE) as a Private Higher Education Institution • Council on Higher Education (CHE) • Department of Education (DOE) as a Private Further Education and Training College • Council for Quality Assurance in General and Further Education (UMALUSI) • Financial Advisory Services Sector Education and Training Authority (FASSET) • Insurance Sector Education and Training Authority (INSETA) • Services Sector Education and Training Authority (Services SETA) • South African Board for People Practices (SABPP) • Chartered Secretaries Southern Africa • Chartered Institute of Secretaries (CIS) • Institute of Business Studies • Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB)

Not only will a qualification from FBC earn you professional recognition, but it will also improve your marketability and assist you with promotional opportunities at work.

1.1 Vision The heart of the FBC dream is to further educate individuals and develop their skills in various business disciplines by offering accredited, aspirational, affordable and accessible learning programmes.

1.2 Mission FBC provides both Higher and Further Education and Training programmes that are:

• Accessible at various Level, in various business disciplines, through diversified modes of delivery and with flexible study options which will suit student and employer needs;

• Affordable, offering value for money and providing innovative financing solutions and payment options; • Accredited, adhering to excellent quality management standards, regulations and government principles; as

well as • Aspirational, by continually enhancing brand value and supporting students to achieve their full potential.

 

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2 WHY CHOOSE FERNWOOD BUSINESS COLLEGE? Fernwood Business College (Pty) Limited, Company Registration No. 2006/033114/07 is:

• Provisionally registered as a Private Higher Education Institution with the Department of Higher Education and Training until 31 December 2015, until 31 December 2015 (provisional Registration No. 2012/HE07/001) in terms of Section 54 (3) of the Higher Education Act, 1997 (Act No. 101 of 1997) and Regulation16 (4) (b) of the Regulations for the Registration of Private Higher Education Institutions, 2002

• Provisionally registered as a private Further Education and Training College until 31 December 2015 (provisional Registration No. 2009/FE07/102) in terms of Section 31 (3) of the Further Education and Training Colleges Act, 2006 (Act No. 16 of 2006) and Regulation 12 (4) (b) of the Regulations for the Registration of Private Further Education and Training Colleges, 2007

The various business disciplines covered by FBC include:

• Bookkeeping • Business Administration • Business Management • Debt Recovery • Financial Management • Human Resource Management • Insurance • Marketing Management

2.1 Management and Staff FBC has three directors who successfully manage the College:

• Morne du Toit: College Director • Ernst Kriek: Deputy-College Director • Neil Grobbelaar: Director

The College’s Management Team, who are also part-time facilitators of learning, comprises of:

• A Fourie CA (SA) • A Galloway • E Kriek (BCom LLB) • P Morris (B.Sc. Hons: Psychology Degree) • M du Toit (CA (SA), MCom) • M S Underwood (B Com Hons: Information Systems) • D Vlok (BA Hons: Sociology, MBA) • W Nel (BCom Hons: Financial Management)

Full-time and part-time facilitators of learning are available to assist students, both with administrative and academic support, to successfully obtain their qualifications. Full-time staff and facilitators of learning include:

• R Atson (BCom HR) • A Bellingham (BCom Financial Management, currently studying BCom Hons: Business Management) • L Bekink (BCom Hons: Strategic Management) • L Grobbelaar (currently studying BA: Afrikaans and Sociology) • J Hesp (BA Hons: Industrial Psychology)

External Moderator: Dr Jacques Van Zyl (D Ed: Psych)

 

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Part-time facilitators of learning include: • E Joubert (CTM, FICM, MCE (Int), MBA) • Dr S Kunene (PhD) • K Shawe (B Com Informatics, IC Business Studies, HC Insurance ODETDP) • A Swart (MAP, Dip Educ Training & Dev, ODETDP)

2.2 List of Definitions and Terms

FBC has developed a List of Definitions and Terms to ensure common understanding for all parties involved in the learning contract. Such definitions and terms are indicated in all College correspondence as being in initial capitals. It is important to note that, since such a List is a living document, it will be continually updated and reviewed.

Short Learning Programme

A short learning programme describes all short programmes, whether credits are awarded or not and is inclusive of skills programmes, credit-bearing short courses and no-credit-bearing short courses.

Learning Programme Learning programme means the sequential learning activities, associated with curriculum implementation, leading to the achievement of a particular qualification or part qualification.

Programme Programme means a coherent set of courses, leading to a certain qualification.

Accreditation Means the certification, usually for a particular period of time, of a person, a body or an institution as having the capacity to fulfil a particular function within the broader quality assurance system as organised by the NQF Act 67 of 2008.

Open Learning Is an approach which combines the principles of learner centeredness, lifelong learning, flexibility of learning provision, the removal of barriers to access learning, the recognition for credit of prior learning experience, the provision of learner support, the construction of learning programmes in the expectation that learners can succeed, and the maintenance of rigorous quality assurance over the design of learning materials and support systems.

Distance Learning There are many synonyms used for Distance Learning, such as Distance Education or Distributed Learning. For institutional purposes, Distance Learning can be defined by the following criteria: The facilitator/tutor and learners/students are separated by distance (this distance implies different locations such as hundreds of kilometres apart. The instruction (teaching) is delivered via print, voice, video, or computer technologies. The communication is interactive in that the learner receives support and feedback from the tutor which may be immediate or delayed.

Distance Learning (Synchronous)

Synchronous means that the tutor and the learner interact with each other in ‘real time’. For example, with two-way videoconferences, learners interact via ‘live’ video feed from a tutor. Less complex technologies, such as telephone or online ‘chat room’ conversations, are also synchronous.

Distance Learning (Asynchronous)

Asynchronous delivery does not take place simultaneously. In this case, the tutor may deliver the instruction (teaching) via video, computer, or other means, and the learners respond at a later time. For example, instruction may be delivered via printed matter or CDs and the feedback could be sent via e-mail messages or traditional methods of correspondence.

E-learning Means flexible learning using ICT resources, tools and applications, and focusing on interaction among tutors, learners, and the online environment and on collaborative learning. E-learning usually refers to structured and managed learning experiences, and may involve the use of Internet, CDs, software, other media and telecommunications.

     

 

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2.3 FBC Fernwood Business College Committee Structure

As part of its Quality Management System, FBC has instituted the following Committee Structure for both its Higher and Further Education qualifications to ensure that matters relating to the quality of the Programme/s are properly dealt at the appropriate Committee meetings:

Bi-Annual Meetings in March

and September

Weekly Meetings

Registrar and Quality Assurer, Academic Head,

and Heads of Programmes

Quarterly Meetings in

January, April, July and October

Academic Head, Registrar and Quality Assurer and Heads of

Programmes

College Director, Academic Head,

Registrar and Quality Assurer and Heads of Programmes

Bi-Annual Meetings in May and November

Academic Head, Registrar and Quality Assurer and Heads of

Programmes

Quarterly Meetings in

February, May, August and November

Academic Head, Registrar and Quality Assurer, Chairperson of

the SRC and Members of the SRC

As and when

required

Academic Head, Registrar and Quality Assurer, Heads of Programmes and

Other Relevant Stakeholders

Quality Committee

Exam Committee

Programme Committee

Library Committee

Appeals Committee, Disciplinary

and Grievance Committee, and

RPL Committee

Student Representative

Council

EXC

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Academic Board

Quarterly meetings in

January, April, July and October College

Director, Deputy College Director,

Registrar and Quality Assurer, Academic Head,

One (1) Academic Staff

Member, One (1) Student

Representative, and Two (2)

External Experts

 

 

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Terms of Reference in respect of the Committee Structures are as follows:

• The function of the Academic Board enables and ensures active engagement with the day-to-day running of the academic aspects of Fernwood Business College. The Academic Board will report to and take input and advice from EXCO, from time to time, on the academic function and delivery of a high quality product to students.

• The function of the Appeals Committee (a sub-committee of the Academic Board) is to meet, as and when required, to discuss appeals-related issues pertaining to Fernwood Business College. As an agent of the Academic Board, the Committee and its members are mandated to deal with all appeals lodged, as well as all operational or business-related appeals which may arise.

• The function of the Examination Committee (a sub-committee of the Academic Board) is to ensure that assessment-related issues pertaining to the academic programmes at Fernwood Business College are discussed. As an agent of the Academic Board, the Committee and its members will deal with the setting of all assessments, both formative and summative, and moderation at exit point, as well as evaluation and analysis of assessment data and the recommendation of changes based upon assessment results and findings.

• The function of the Grievance and Disciplinary Committee (a sub-committee of the Academic Board) is to meet, as and when required, to discuss grievance- and disciplinary-related issues pertaining to Fernwood Business College. As an agent of the Academic Board, the Committee and its members are mandated to deal with all grievances lodged, as well as all operational or business-related disciplinary issues which may arise.

• The function of the Library Committee (a sub-committee of the Academic Board) is to ensure that library-related issues pertaining to the academic programmes at Fernwood Business College are discussed. As an agent of the Academic Board, the Committee and its members will deal with the library, books and processes, and external relationships (as well as the management thereof) within FBC.

• The function of the Programme Committee (a sub-committee of the Academic Board) is to ensure that programme-related issues pertaining to the academic programmes at Fernwood Business College are discussed. A report from the Examination Committee, Library Committee and Student Representative Council will inform the Programme Committee’s Agenda. The Programme Committee will report to the Academic Board quarterly of proposed and approved changes to programmes for sign off. As an agent of the Academic Board, the Committee and its members will deal with all programme planning issues relating to curriculum, development, evaluation, and design and quality assurance thereof.

• The function of the Quality Committee (a sub-committee of the Academic Board) is to ensure that quality-related issues pertaining to the academic programmes at Fernwood Business College are discussed. The Committee will report to the Academic Board quarterly on important issues raised and present policies which may have changed for approval and sign off. As an agent of the Academic Board, the Committee and its members will deal with day-to-day academic issues relating to planning, implementation, monitoring and reflection.

• The function of the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Committee (a sub-committee of the Academic Board) is to meet, as and when required, to discuss recognition of prior learning cases and related issues in respect of all academic programmes offered by Fernwood Business College. As an agent of the Academic Board, the Committee and its members are mandated to ensure that there are effective mechanisms and procedures in place to deal with RPL fairly and effectively and for assessing current competence.

• The function of the Student Representative Council (SRC) (a sub-committee of the Academic Board) is to discuss any student-related issues pertaining to academic programmes at Fernwood Business College. As an agent of the Academic Board, the SRC and its members are mandated to ensure that there are effective mechanisms and procedures in place to deal with any student issues which may arise relating to the academic programmes, academic support and such other issues as fund raising and community engagement initiatives.

2.4 Enrolment Criteria, Documentation and Procedure Students who wish to enrol at FBC should adhere to the following enrolment criteria, and have the relevant documentation on hand.

A student: • Must be 16 to 18 years or older, depending on which qualification is selected • Must hold a copy of the relevant certificate (as per the entry level requirements), where appropriate, as a

minimum qualification

 

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• Must have a copy of a valid South African ID or passport • Should complete the telephonic registration procedure with a Call Centre Agent (which is recorded) or complete

the Application Form in full and sign on each page

A guardian, should the student be under 18 years of age:

• Must be 18 years or older • Must have a copy of a valid South African ID or passport • Should complete the telephonic registration procedure with a Call Centre Agent (which is recorded) or complete

the Application Form in full and sign on each page

Students will receive confirmation of their enrolment with the College via SMS. Thereafter, they are obliged to forward the following documentation to the Institute or College itself, depending on which qualification is selected:

• For any qualifications registered with the Institute of Business Students (IBS), not only must the student meet the specific programme’s enrolment criteria, but also forward the following documentation directly to the IBS: → Copy of ID document → Copy of highest qualification → Completed and signed IBS Examination Enrolment Form → Proof of payment to the IBS of assessment fees

• For any qualifications registered with the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB), not only must the student meet the specific programme’s enrolment criteria, but also forward the following documentation directly to the ICB: → Copy of ID Document → Copy of highest qualification → Completed and signed Membership Registration Form → Completed and signed Assessment Entry Form → Proof of payment to the ICB of membership and assessment fees

• For any qualifications registered with Fernwood Business College (FBC), not only must the student meet the specific programme’s enrolment criteria, but also forward the following documentation directly to FBC: → Copy of ID document → Copy of highest qualification

Please note: Study material will be dispatched within 10 to 15 working days from receipt of first payment made to FBC (either via cash deposit or bank debit order). Should students wish to query the status of their enrolment, they should contact FBC either on info@fbc.edu.za or 086 188 771.

2.5 Approved Site/s of Delivery As a private Further Education and Training provider, the Department of Higher Education and Training has approved Fernwood Business College, in terms of Regulation 12 (5), for the following sites of delivery:

Gauteng 1st Floor Forum 3, Braampark, 33 Hoofd Street, Braamfontein, 2001

Eastern Cape 12 Esplanade Road, Quigney, East London, 5201

As a Private Higher Education Institution, the Council on Higher Education has approved Fernwood Business College for the following site of delivery in terms of the Higher Certificate in Business Management:

Gauteng 1st Floor Forum 3, Braampark, 33 Hoofd Street, Braamfontein, 2001

 

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2.6 Mode of Instruction FBC is registered to offer both Higher (NQF Level 5 – 10) and Further Education (NQF Level 2 - 4) qualifications. FBC is flexible with regards to the mode of study offered to learners. Qualifications are offered through mixed modes of delivery, including contact, distance learning and multi-mode options. Please refer to each qualification’s mode of instruction.

2.7 Language of Tuition The rationale for the use of English in all communication with FBC is based on:

• The language policy of FBC is informed by national and provincial policy guidelines, and the needs of employers represented within the public and private sectors and civil society. Such employers and other representatives mostly navigate the multicultural and multilingual reality of South Africa, and of its most important trade and diplomatic partner countries in southern Africa, EU and China, with the use of English as the medium of communication.

• FBC approves the use of English as the medium of instruction and communication at the institution, due to the language's local, regional and international operability, and the strong presence of English in commerce and trade.

• However, the institution is mindful not to discriminate against any student with reference to the requirements for second language academic credits, where an occupational learning programme on NQF Level 2, 3 and 4 stipulates this as a requirement in its curriculum for Fundamental credits. In this regard, it is the right of a student to be assessed in his/her own home language. However, as an educational institution, FBC can only accommodate the Afrikaans language for these purposes. Should a student wish to be assessed in any of the other official languages for second language academic credits, the cost for assessment, including but not limited to the costs of interpreters, translators, typists, proofreaders, assessors and moderators, is for the student’s account.

2.8 Formative and Summative Assessments Students, who register for professional qualifications endorsed by the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB), will receive their formative assessments or Portfolio’s of Evidence (POEs) directly from the ICB, subject to successful registration for the examinations; students registered with the Institute of Business Studies (IBS), Chartered Secretaries Southern Africa (CSSA) or Fernwood Business College (for the Further Education and Training Certificates and Higher Certificate in Business Management) will receive their assignments or POEs directly from Fernwood Business College. Students are provided with examination (summative assessment) dates and venues upon enrolment, as determined by the Institute of Business Studies, Institute of Certified Bookkeepers or Chartered Institute of Secretaries. Examination centres are available throughout the major centres in South Africa to ensure that students have the opportunity to write examinations at venues that are easily accessible. For the Further Education and Training Certificates, as well as the Higher Certificate in Business Management, FBC will advise students timeously of the examination (summative assessment) dates and venues, giving due consideration to venues that are easily accessible by students. Irrespective of the programme or qualification, invigilators are properly mandated and monitored to ensure that examinations are completed according to assessment principles. The following Assessment and Moderation Policies can be made available to students upon request, but can also be accessed on FBC’s website www.fbc.edu.za.

 

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Policy Reference Number Relevant NQF Level Name of Policy

AM-FBC002.00 NQF Level 2 – 4 FET Assessment Management System

AM-FBC003.1. NQF Level 2 – 4 FET Assessment Policy and Procedures

AM-FBC003.2. NQF Level 2 – 4 FET Moderation Policy and Procedures

P12 NQF Level 5 – 10 Assessment Policy

2.9 Student Financial Aid At FBC, the dream is to further educate individuals and develop their skills in various business disciplines by offering accredited, affordable and accessible learning programmes to the College’s chosen demographic target market. Not only does FBC offer affordable payment plans, but financial aid is also available to learners, subject to certain terms and conditions. The Financial Aid Policy can be made available to students upon request, but can also be accessed on FBC’s website www.fbc.edu.za.

Policy Reference Number Relevant NQF Level Name of Policy

P04 NQF Level 5 – 10 Financial Aid Policy

2.10 Student Support Services At FBC, students are provided with the following support services in order to make their learning experience more accessible and aspirational:

• Academic support includes: → Interactive study guides, prescribed textbooks and solution guides → Academic staff to assist students via e-mail, telephonic and/or face-to-face contact → Current investigation into the utilisation of web-based technology to support learning → The setting and marking of assignments → The setting up of an FBC library so as to provide students with access to additional reading material

• Administrative support includes payment options, enrolment procedures, withdrawal procedures, etc.

The following Student Support Policies can be made available to students upon request, but can also be accessed on FBC’s website www.fbc.edu.za.

Policy Reference Number Relevant NQF Level Name of Policy

LM-FBC002.3. NQF Level 2 – 4 Learner Support Programme

P01 NQF Level 5 – 10 Student Support Services Policy

 

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2.11 Code of Conduct FBC is serious about the conduct of its students. A comprehensive Code of Conduct is available in order to ensure that students are aware of what is expected of them. The following Codes of Conduct can be made available to students upon request, but can also be accessed on FBC’s website www.fbc.edu.za.

Policy Reference Number Relevant NQF Level Name of Policy

LM-FBC002.4. NQF Level 2 – 4 Learner Code of Conduct and Disciplinary Procedures

P02 NQF Level 5 – 10 Student Code of Conduct Policy

2.12 Student Complaints and Grievances The FBC Student Grievance Policy, Procedure and Form, as well as the Student Appeal Policy and Application Form, are available for students to use should they wish to report any complaints and/or grievances. The following Grievance and Appeal Policies can be made available to students upon request, but can also be accessed on FBC’s website www.fbc.edu.za.

Policy Reference Number Relevant NQF Level Name of Policy

LM-FBC002.5. NQF Level 2 – 4 Learner Grievance Procedures

LM-FBC002.12. NQF Level 2 – 4 Learner Appeal Application Form

LM-FBC002.13 NQF Level 2 – 4 Learner Grievance Form

AM-FBC003.7 NQF Level 2 – 4 Learner Appeals Policy and Procedures

P03 NQF Level 5 – 10 Student Grievance Policy

PR01 NQF Level 5 – 10 Student Grievance Procedure

F01 NQF Level 5 – 10 Student Grievance Form

P10 NQF Level 5 – 10 Student Appeal Policy

F02 NQF Level 5 – 10 Student Appeal Application Form

 

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3 THE LEARNING CONTRACT 3.1 Terms and Conditions

The following is an extract, taken from the FBC telesales script, which refers to the terms and conditions of the Learning Contract:

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

(Where the client / student is NOT the sponsor)

Before we proceed further, I am required to explain all the agreement terms and conditions to you:

1. Please note that the services included in this package will only be available to you if your payments are up to date.

2. You have chosen to register for the ____ (insert choice) accredited course, which is to be completed within 24 months.

3. You are obliged to supply the required documentation to the relevant Institute, or Fernwood Business College if you are studying the HCBM or FETC: HRMPS, once you have received your study material.

4. ____ (insert client / student’s name), do you understand that, by accepting the essential terms of this agreement as discussed with you, these terms will form part of your agreement?”

The client / student must say “YES” or “AGREE” to these terms or conditions. If the client / student says “NO”, then this is not a sale!

(Where there is a sponsor / student (account payer))

This MUST be read

We have to deal with some formalities before we continue. I am required to explain all of the Terms and Conditions to you:

1. You are concluding an agreement with Fernwood Business College where you are purchasing a study course (insert course name) on behalf of the student (if not sponsor) and the total amount is _______ (say the amount).

2. The 24 month repayment programme consists of “study materials” (say amount) and “student support services” (say amount).

3. You have chosen to pay the total course fees in equal monthly instalments over the term (24 months) of the chosen course.

4. In order to enable Fernwood Business College or its nominated agent to deduct your instalment from your bank account by way of the NAEDO electronic deduction system may I confirm the following details:

(Obtain following details / confirm the details already obtained)

a. You are banking with _______ (state bank name e.g. FNB)

b. Your Bank Account number is _______.

c. Your branch code is _______.

d. Your account type is. _______. (Cheque, saving, transmission account)

e. The name of the account holder is _______.

f. Your payment frequency is _______ (paid on a monthly or weekly basis?)

g. Your Salary pay date is _______.

5. Please take note of the following terms and conditions regarding your payment by way of debit

 

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6. During special months when most people get paid on a different date than normal, as for example over Christmas, or where a deduction fails due to insufficient funds in your account, it is your responsibility to inform us of a new deduction date. Where you don’t inform us and in an attempt to avoid your account going into arrears we will then be allowed to implement early deductions from the 5th of such a month.

7. Should your pay date fall on a Saturday, Sunday or public holiday, we will adjust your Pay Day s to deduct your instalment on the last business day before your Pay Day.

8. Do you - give us permission to deduct your instalment of (state the amount e.g. R385 per month) on or after (e.g. 8th Sept if client wants to make an early payment) and monthly/weekly thereafter, subject to the points explained to you, on or after the (e.g. 27th Sept) thereafter?

9. Should you default on any instalments this agreement will fall under the National Credit Act and we may charge interest.

10. Delivery of the study material will be to the agreed delivery address after receipt of the first instalment. All legal communication will be to the account payer’s address.

11. Please note that the service included in the package will only be available if your payments are up to date.

12. Should you wish to cancel following the conclusion of this call, you may do so, however you will be liable to pay R900 towards admin costs in servicing your request to purchase this product.

13. All cancellation requests can be made by contacting the Fernwood Business College Customer Services number who will advise you accordingly.

14. Once you have the materials, you have up to 5 business days to cancel but will still be liable for the R900 cancellation fee.

15. After this you must give 20 business days’ notice of cancellation; however you will be liable for the full cost of the study materials.

16. You, as the account payer may not transfer to, or substitute with, anyone else, your rights or obligations to this agreement.

17. Do you understand that by accepting the terms of this agreement as discussed with you, the agreement is concluded?

The client must say “YES” or “AGREE” if “NO” then this is NOT a sale!

 

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3.2 Fees

Qualification SAQA ID NQF Total Course

Price Total Price of Study Material

Total Price of Student Support

Services Higher Certificate: Business Management

87026 5 Available upon

Request Available upon

Request Available upon

Request

FETC: Long Term Insurance: FAIS Programme

49649 4 R 3 195 for Skills

Programme - -

FETC: Human Resources Management and Practices Support

67463 4 R 9 990 R 7 492 R 2 498

FETC: Marketing 67464 4 Available upon

Request Available upon

Request Available upon

Request

FETC: Debt Recovery 49021 4 From R17 500 for

Learnership - -

National Certificate: Bookkeeping 58375 3 R10 440 R 7 830 R 2 610

FETC: Bookkeeping (2 modules in addition to the National Certificate: Bookkeeping qualification)

58376 4 R 5 976 R 4 482 R 1 494

National Diploma: Technical Financial Accounting Bookkeeping (2 modules in addition to the FETC: Bookkeeping qualification)

36213 5 R 6 432 R 4 824 R 1 608

Certificate: Office Administration 23618 5 R11 712 R 8 784 R 2 928

Higher Certificate: Office Administration

23619 5 R 7 440 R 5 580 R 1 860

Diploma: Office Administration 35958 6 R11 976 R 8 982 R 2 994

National Certificate: Small Business Financial Management

48736 4 R 9 576 R 7 182 R 2 394

The IBS Professional Qualification: Business Administration

60650 3 R 9 240 R 6 930 R 2 310

The IBS Professional Qualification: Management and Administration

60652 4 R 9 360 R 7 020 R 2 340

CIS Professional Qualification: Management and Administration

60651 6 R 6 900 R 5 175 R 1 725

Note: The above fees are subject to change at the discretion of Fernwood Business College 3.3 Refund in the Case of Cancellation or Withdrawal

• Should the student wish to cancel, following the conclusion of the telesales call, he/she may do so. However, the student will be liable to pay R900 towards the administration costs associated with servicing his/her request to purchase an FBC product.

• Once the student has his/her study material, he/she will have up to five (5) business days within which to cancel, but will still be liable for the R900 cancellation fee.

• Should the student not cancel within five (5) business days, he/she must give twenty (20) business days’ notice of cancellation. In this instance, the student will be liable for the full cost of the study material.

 

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4 HIGHER EDUCATION CERTIFICATE OFFERED BY FERNWOOD BUSINESS COLLEGE

4.1 Higher Certificate: Business Management

NQF Level 5 [SAQA ID: 87026] Entry Requirements In order to enrol for the Higher Certificate in Business Management (NQF Level 5), students must have a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a minimum of 30% in the English language. An appropriate equivalent qualification at NQF level 4 will also be considered. Access to the qualification will also be allowed via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), request more information from the Registrar. Furthermore, the Higher Certificate in Business Management may be achieved in part or in whole through the process of RPL if a student is able to demonstrate competence in the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes contained in this qualification.

Purpose of the Programme This qualification provides an exciting career opportunity for individuals who interested in the profession of business management. The field of management is a dynamic world and one that experiences constant change. The need for knowledgeable and competent managers throughout southern Africa, and with due regard for the rise of developing economies, is well recognised. This programme serves as an entry point to management and provides knowledge and valuable skills for individual success, in the context of managing self and teams.

Structure of the Programme This Higher Certificate in Business Management comprises the following six modules:

• Fundamental: Business Management (20 credits). • Core:

→ Human Resource Management (20 credits); → Finance for Managers (20 credits); → Marketing Management (20 credits); and → Transition to Leading Others (20 credits).

• Electives* (select only one of the following): → Project Management (20 credits); or → Integrative Case Study (20 credits). * FBC reserves the right not to offer a choice of electives or to increase the number of electives

Duration of the Programme The Higher Certificate in Business Management comprises of a 120 credits over 12 months consisting of two semesters (six months each). Each academic credit equates to 10 hours of learning or notional hours; the total duration of notional hours for this programme is, therefore, 1200 hours. FBC suggests the following breakdown of these 1200 notional hours:

• 200 Notional hours per module: → Reading, studying, completing self assessments, discussions with peers, reflection etc, of the prescribed

chapters in the textbooks and/or study handbooks and recommended academic material: 160 notional hours

→ Assignment: 20 notional hours → Exam preparation: 20 notional hours

Outcomes of the Programme Upon completion of this qualification, graduates will be competent and able to:

• Demonstrate and explain the function, forms and roles of management • Explain and discuss the essential principles of finance in managerial decision making • Describe and explain the transition from knowledge of oneself to leading others • Discuss the functions and roles of human resource and marketing management in business • Apply the theory of planning, leading, organising, controlling and communicating

 

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• Apply the principles of leadership and change • Apply the principles of financial management in managerial decision making • Apply the principles of human resource management in support of business objectives • Apply the principles of marketing management within the business environment • Explain efficient and effective business management • Explain accountable and responsible leadership • Explain the meaning of ethics and values • Explain the value of lifelong learning

5 FURTHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING CERTIFICATES OFFERED BY FERNWOOD BUSINESS COLLEGE

5.1 FETC: Long Term Insurance NQF Level 4 [SAQA ID: 49649]: FAIS Programme Fernwood Business College’s FAIS Programme meets all three of these requirements. Amendments to the “Fit and Proper Requirements” of the Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act, 2002 (Act 37 of 2002) came into effect on 31 December 2008. In addition to the requirements of honesty, integrity and operational ability, the competency requirement has been expanded. These changes have far-reaching implications as Financial Service Providers, key individuals and representatives who have been appointed, authorised or approved on minimum qualifications will be compelled to improve on their qualifications.

Key individuals and representatives are now required: • Have at least one year’s experience in managing or overseeing a company’s financial services; • Have a qualification that is recognised by the Registrar as appropriate for the category or sub -category for

which the individual is approved. Deadlines for completion of the required qualifications are specified as follows; and → The 2008 deadline to obtain 30 or 60 credits was extended to 31 December 2009, provided that

individuals were registered with the FSB between January 2004 and January 2007; → If individuals were registered with the FSB during 2008, they have until 31 December 2011 to complete

the required 30 or 60 credits, or they can elect to complete the full qualification by 31 December 2013. • Individuals appointed during 2009 are required to complete the full qualification; • Write regulatory examinations; and

→ First Level Regulatory Examinations (core examinations) must be written by 31 December 2011 if individuals were registered with the FSB between January 2004 and December 2008

→ Second Level Regulatory Examinations (product specific) must be completed by 31 December 2013 → Undergo continuous professional development of between 15 to 60 hours over a three year cycle

Where key individuals and representatives do not meet these requirements: • Their categories will be adjusted to that which they are accredited to sell • They will be removed from the representative register and not be able to provide advice regarding long-term

insurance • Failure to comply will result in their debarment

Entry Requirements In order to enter the FAIS Programme of the FETC: Long Term Insurance, students must possess an NQF Level 3 or higher qualification.

Content of the Programme The curriculum has been developed to include workplace (individual and group) activities, workplace assignments and a final summative assessment. The FAIS Programme has been structured to include the following Unit Standards:

 

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SAQA ID Title Level Credits 14 994 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of insurable risk 4 2 114 983 Describe life insurance 3 3 117 146 Indicate the scope of life insurance in South Africa 3 4 119 478

Analyse the different products available in the Long-term Insurance industry and the benefits of each

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114 956 Describe funeral insurance 3 2 119 260 Explain credit life insurance 4 2 114 960 Investigate the need to provide financially for own retirement 3 3 113 913 Investigate dread disease products and their place in wealth management 4 2 113 910 Describe disability insurance solutions in the context of financial planning 4 4 117 141 Describe healthcare cover in South Africa 3 2 117 137 Describe group insured benefits 4 2

Duration of the Programme The Unit Standards making up the FAIS Programme comprises of 31 credits. Each credit equates to 10 hours of learning or notional hours; the total duration of the Programme is, therefore, 310 hours. FBC suggests the following breakdown of these 310 notional hours:

• 88 hours:Formal training, including classroom activities; • 164 hours:Learning in the workplace; • 55 hours:Completing workplace assessments; and • hours:Completing the final summative assessment.

Purpose of the Qualification Upon completion of this qualification, students will have:

• Enhanced their knowledge; and • Completed a skills programme that supports their chosen career path.

Please note: The 31 credits that make up the FAIS Programme will count towards the nationally recognised qualification, the Further Education and Training (FET) Certificate in Long Term Insurance, which is registered at NQF Level 4. FBC will be offering the additional three (3) skills programmes that comprise the Further Education and Training Certificate in Long Term Insurance in the near future.

5.2 FETC: Human Resources Management and Practice Support

NQF Level 4 [SAQA ID: 67463] The Further Education and Training Certificate (FETC): Human Resources Management and Practices Support (NQF Level 4) is aimed at people who support and participate in human resources management and practices. It serves as the initial building block of a learning and career path in the human resources management and practices field.

Entry Requirements To enrol for the FETC: Human Resources Management and Practices Support, students must hold an NQF Level 3 qualification or higher.

Content of the FETC: Human Resources Management and Practices Support This FETC: Human Resources Management and Practices Support is based on unit standards, which are organised into the following Core, Fundamental and Elective components:

• The eleven (11) Core unit standards include topics such as: → Applying knowledge of HIV/AIDS to a specific business and workplace → Performing one-to-one training on the job → Assessing legal contracts for business → Inducting a new employee → Recruiting and selecting candidates to fill defined positions

 

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• The eleven (11) Fundamental unit standards include topics such as: → Communication → Mathematics → Shape and motion → Statistics

• The five (5) Elective unit standards include topics such as: → Administering data, systems, payments and providing advice related to compensation → Conducting skills development administration in an organisation → Conducting targeted training and development using given methodologies

Qualifying for the FETC: Human Resources Management and Practices Support To be awarded the FETC: Human Resources Management and Practices Support, the student is required to obtain a minimum of 140 credits in those specific unit standards that fall within the Core, Fundamental and Elective components of this qualification. The FETC is completed once the student has written both formative and summative assessments, as well as submitted a Portfolio of Evidence (PoE).

Purpose of the FETC: Human Resources Management and Practices Support Upon completion of this qualification, students will have:

• Enhanced their knowledge • Completed a skills programme that supports their chosen career path • Obtained a nationally recognised professional qualification • Performed administrative duties related to human resources management and practices • Supported the implementation of processes and systems related to human resources management and

practices in all of the following roles: → Strategic planning for human resources management and practices, people and work → Acquisition, development and utilisation of people → Establishment and improvement of labour and people relations → Compensation and administration related to human resources management and practices

• Collected, collated and distributed information related to people management in line with a given plan • Provided advice on or referred to an appropriate person in response to queries on organisation procedures

related to people management • Demonstrated a basic understanding of people dynamics and its impact in the workplace • Demonstrated a basic understanding of the functioning of business and the role and contribution of people

within organisations

Please note: Students who wish to further their studies can register for, amongst others, the Further Education and Training Certificate: Human Resources Management (NQF Level 4), which is accredited by the SABPP.

5.3 FETC: Marketing NQF Level 4 [SAQA ID: 67464] The Further Education and Training Certificate (FETC): Marketing (NQF Level 4) is designed for students who wish to work in the field of marketing. The marketing function is a key business function which affects the success of any organisation, both strategically and operationally. This qualification is aimed at equipping students with marketing principles and practices in order to ensure their success in a marketing environment.

Entry Requirements To enrol for the FETC: Marketing, students must hold an NQF Level 3 qualification or higher.

Content of the FETC: Marketing This FETC: Marketing is based on unit standards, which are organised into the following Core, Fundamental and Elective components:

• The sixteen (16) Core unit standards include topics such as: → Complying with organisational ethics → Meeting marketing performance standards → Dealing with brand, product and service promotions

 

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→ Identifying internal and external stakeholders → Liaising with a range of customers in a business

• The eleven (11) Fundamental unit standards include topics such as: → Communication → Mathematics → Shape and motion → Statistics

• The four (4) Elective unit standards include topics such as: → Motivating and building a team → Describing the features, advantages and benefits of products and services → Using the writing process to compose texts required in the business environment

Qualifying for the FETC: Marketing To be awarded the FETC: Marketing, the student is required to obtain a minimum of 139 credits in those specific unit standards that fall within the Core, Fundamental and Elective components of this qualification. The FETC is completed once the student has written both formative and summative assessments, as well as submitted a Portfolio of Evidence (PoE).

Purpose of the FETC: Marketing Upon completion of this qualification, students will have:

• Enhanced their knowledge • Completed a skills programme that supports their chosen career path • Obtained a nationally recognised professional qualification • Worked and complied with organisational ethics, concepts and cultures • Met marketing objectives with available resources • Positioned and promoted products to meet customer needs • Maintained internal and external customer satisfaction Level • Applied aspects of marketing

Please note: At the time of publication of the 2012 Brochure, the FETC: Marketing qualification was under review. Kindly contact the Registrar should you wish to enquire about the availability of the qualification and/or amendments.

5.4 FETC: Debt Recovery NQF Level 4 [SAQA ID: 49021] The Qualification in Debt Recovery is aimed at students who are employed or want to prepare themselves for employment in the debt recovery industry. The debt recovery industry consists of independent debt collection agencies that collect debt on behalf of other parties, as well as the debt collection departments of organisations that sell products and services on credit.

Entry Requirements In order to start the qualification in Debt Recovery, students must possess an NQF Level 3 or higher qualification.

Content of the FETC: Debt Recovery The qualification is based on unit standards, which are organised into the following Core, Fundamental and Elective components:

• The 12 Core unit standards include topics such as: → Administration → Assessing and allocating accounts according to risk profile, ethical conduct, managing the credit grantor

and debtor profiles, negotiation, oral communication, personal effectiveness, record-keeping, report writing, understanding legislative requirements, and written correspondence

• The 4 Fundamental unit standards include topics such as: → Communication → Mathematics → Shape and motion → Statistics

• The 3 Elective unit standards include topics such as:

 

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→ Knowledge and understanding of accounting practice → New developments in the media and time management

Qualifying for the FETC: Debt Recovery To be awarded the FETC: Debt Recovery, the student is required to obtain a minimum of 140 credits in those specific unit standards that fall within the Core, Fundamental and Elective components of this qualification. The FETC is completed once the student has written both formative and summative assessments, as well as submitted a Portfolio of Evidence (PoE).

Duration of the Programme The duration is usually 9 months to a year. It is however possible to do it in a shorter space of time, this will wholly be dependent on how quickly the student completes his or hers Formative and Summative assessments and submits his or hers Portfolio of Evidence (PoE).

Purpose of the FETC: Debt Recovery Upon completion of this qualification, students will have: A National Certificate in Debt Recovery. With the changes looming in the legislative arena, this will assist the student to be compliant for registration as a Debt Recovery agent with the Council of Debt Collectors

6 PROGRAMMES OFFERED BY FERNWOOD BUSINESS COLLEGE

7.3 eSkills 4 All Programme End-User Computer Programme The eSkills 4 All Programme is an audio-visual, computer-based training programme that focuses on end-user computing. The Programme is completed entirely through self-study by using a virtual simulation CD. To assist learners to learn and practise what they have learnt, the CD contains virtual practice simulations with comprehensive, real-time feedback. Formal assessment of learner competency takes place at the end of the course.

Entry Requirements The learner must have access to a computer. There is no need for an Internet connection or for the learner to have Microsoft 2010 installed on this computer.

Content of the eSkills 4 All Programme The eSkills 4 All Programme comprises of five (5) modules, with a total of seventeen (17) individual units: • Introduction to Computers

→ Concepts and Uses of ICT → Operating a Computer → Using Computer Functions → Managing Files and Folders

• Microsoft Word → Document Creation → Formatting Documents → Create Merged Documents → Using Tables and Columns

• Microsoft Excel → Working with Spreadsheets → Editing and Formatting Spreadsheets → Enhancing Spreadsheets with Objects

 

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• Microsoft PowerPoint → Creating a Presentation → Formatting a Presentation → Enhancing a Presentation

• Internet and E-mail → Using an E-mail Application → Managing E-mails → Use a Web Browser to Search the Internet

Assessment Process Once you the learner has mastered and completed all 5 modules, a single on-line assessment is required for the learner to achieve/qualify for his/her certificate. All 5 modules and their outcomes will be covered in this single assessment. To be eligible for the final assessment, the learner will have to meet the following requirements: 1. Have studied for at least 6 months 2. Fees are up-to-date and no payments are outstanding 3. Have applied to FBC for an exam number at least two (2) weeks prior to wanting to sit for the

assessment Once a learner qualifies for the assessment, he/she can choose to complete it at any time suitable to him/her. Given that the assessment requires Internet access, FBC will supply the learner with the web address where he/she has to log in to with his/her assessment and ID numbers. The learner will have a maximum of one (1) hour to complete the assessment. Once complete, it will take seven (7) working days for assessment results to become available. Should the learner be unsuccessful, he/she will have a maximum of two (2) attempts where no re-assessment fees will be levied; thereafter, the learner will have to pay an additional re-assessment fee. A separate assessment number will have to be requested for each attempt, since these numbers are only valid for one (1) attempt. Kindly contact FBC for further particulars. If the learner successfully completes the on-line assessment, he/she will be eligible to apply for his/her certificate. Certificates will be issued by FBC and Kagiso Activ, and will serve as proof of competency in End-User Computing. The learner will have to have paid all his/her fees in full in order to receive his/her certificate. All certification requests must be made in writing to FBC.

Duration of the Programme The duration of the Programme is usually twelve (12) months. However, it is possible to complete the Programme within a shorter time period depending on the learner’s current computer knowledge.

 

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7 QUALIFICATIONS OFFERED BY FERNWOOD BUSINESS COLLEGE ON BEHALF OF THE INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED BOOKKEEPERS

Please note: Kindly refer to the ICB Prospectus within your study material pack for details about:

• ICB Assessment Timetable • ICB Key Dates • ICB Assessment Venues • ICB Fees

The following Accounting programmes are offered by the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers:

7.1 National Certificate: Bookkeeping NQF Level 3 [SAQA ID: 58375] Purpose of this Qualification The purpose of this qualification is to equip the student with the necessary skills and knowledge to become a Certified Junior Bookkeeper. Upon completion of this qualification, the student can use the following ICB Membership Designation – CJBIcb (SA).

Entry Requirements • Grade 10 (Std 8) or equivalent • No prior accounting knowledge needed • At least 16 years of age

Structure of this Qualification Upon completion of this qualification, the student will be able to perform the duties of an Accounts Clerk, Debtors Clerk, Creditors Clerk and Payroll Clerk:

• Complete monthly bookkeeping to trial balance • Reconcile supplier statements, inventory systems and bank statements • Calculate PAYE / SDL / UIF remuneration • Monthly EMP201 returns and EMP deductions • Annual EMP501, IRP5, IRP6 and IT3a documents and VAT 201 returns

7.2 Further Education and Training Certificate (FETC): Bookkeeping

NQF Level 4 [SAQA ID: 58376] Purpose of this Qualification The purpose of this qualification is to equip the student with the necessary skills and knowledge to become a Certified Senior Bookkeeper. Upon completion of this qualification, the student can use the following ICB Membership Designation – CSBIcb (SA).

Entry Requirements • Grade 11 (Std 9) or equivalent • Assessed as competent in those learning areas of the National Certificate: Bookkeeping, or be a qualified

Certified Junior Bookkeeper

Structure of this Qualification Upon completion of this qualification, the student will be able to perform the duties of a Junior Accountant, Assistant Accountant:

• Perform all monthly and annual bookkeeping • Asset disposal • Year-end adjustments • Analysis of financial statements

 

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• Understand cash flow • Complete basic management accounts • Working knowledge of cost accounting, financial management and business ethics

7.3 National Diploma: Technical Financing Accounting NQF Level 5 [SAQA ID: 36213] Purpose of this Qualification The purpose of this qualification is to equip the student with the necessary skills and knowledge to become a Certified Technical Financial Accountant. Upon completion of this qualification, the student can use the following ICB Membership Designation – CTFAIcb (SA).

Entry Requirements • Grade 12 (Std 10) or equivalent – with accounting as a subject • Assessed as competent in those learning areas of the National Certificate: Bookkeeping and the Further

Education and Training Certificate: Bookkeeping, or be a qualified Certified Senior Bookkeeper

Structure of this Qualification Upon completion of this qualification, the student will be able to perform the duties of a Accounting Technician, Certified Tax Technician:

• Operate with management in an accounting environment • Become a SAIT-recognised tax practitioner • Know the ins and outs of accounting, taxation, auditing and business law • Understand how tax works for individuals and companies

The following Office Administration programmes are offered by the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers:

7.4 Certificate: Office Administration NQF Level 5 [SAQA ID: 23618] Purpose of this Qualification The purpose of this qualification is to equip the student with the necessary skills and knowledge to become a Certified Junior Bookkeeper. Upon completion of this qualification, the student can use the following ICB Membership Designation – CJBIcb (SA).

Entry Requirements • Grade 10 (Std 8) or equivalent • No prior accounting knowledge needed • At least 16 years of age

Structure of this Qualification Upon completion of this qualification, the student will be able to perform the duties of an Accounts Clerk, Debtors Clerk, Creditors Clerk and Payroll Clerk:

• Complete monthly bookkeeping to trial balance • Reconcile supplier statements, inventory systems and bank statements • Calculate PAYE / SDL / UIF remuneration • Monthly EMP201 returns and EMP deductions • Annual EMP501, IRP5, IRP6 and IT3a documents and VAT 201 returns

 

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7.5 Higher Certificate: Office Administration NQF Level 5 [SAQA ID: 23619] Purpose of this Qualification The purpose of this qualification is to equip the student with the necessary skills and knowledge to become a Certified Senior Bookkeeper. Upon completion of this qualification, the student can use the following ICB Membership Designation – CSBIcb (SA).

Entry Requirements • Grade 11 (Std 9) or equivalent • Assessed as competent in those learning areas of the National Certificate: Bookkeeping, or be a qualified

Certified Junior Bookkeeper

Structure of this Qualification Upon completion of this qualification, the student will be able to perform the duties of a Junior Accountant, Assistant Accountant:

• Perform all monthly and annual bookkeeping • Asset disposal • Year-end adjustments • Analysis of financial statements • Understand cash flow • Complete basic management accounts • Working knowledge of cost accounting, financial management and business ethics

7.6 Diploma: Office Administration NQF Level 6 [SAQA ID: 35958] Purpose of this Qualification The purpose of this qualification is to equip the student with the necessary skills and knowledge to become a Certified Technical Financial Accountant. Upon completion of this qualification, the student can use the following ICB Membership Designation – CTFAIcb (SA).

Entry Requirements • Grade 12 (Std 10) or equivalent – with accounting as a subject • Assessed as competent in those learning areas of the National Certificate: Bookkeeping and the Further

Education and Training Certificate: Bookkeeping, or be a qualified Certified Senior Bookkeeper

Structure of this Qualification Upon completion of this qualification, the student will be able to perform the duties of an Accounting Technician, Certified Tax Technician:

• Operate with management in an accounting environment • Become a SAIT-recognised tax practitioner • Know the ins and outs of accounting, taxation, auditing and business law • Understand how tax works for individuals and companies

 

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The following Financial Management programme is offered by the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers:

7.7 National Certificate: Small Business Financial Management NQF Level 4 [SAQA ID: 48736] Purpose of this Qualification The purpose of this qualification is to equip the student with the necessary skills and knowledge to become a Certified Small Business Financial Manager. Upon completion of this qualification, the student can use the following ICB Membership Designation – CSBFMIcb (SA).

Entry Requirements • Grade 11, NQF L3 or equivalent

Structure of this Qualification Upon completion of this qualification, the student will be able to perform the duties of an Assistant Financial Manager:

• Any managerial role requiring basic financial skills • Manage the finances of a small or medium-sized business, using basic skills in accounting, reporting, finance

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8 QUALIFICATIONS OFFERED BY FERNWOOD BUSINESS COLLEGE ON BEHALF OF THE INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS STUDIES

Please note: Kindly refer to the Chartered Secretaries Southern Africa Student Handbook within your study material pack for details about:

• IBS Assessment Timetable • IBS Key Dates • IBS Assessment Venues • IBS Fees

The following Accounting programmes are offered by the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers: 8.1 The IBS Professional Qualification: Business Administration

NQF Level 3 [SAQA ID: 60650] There is a constant demand for highly skilled administration personnel, both nationally and internationally. This qualification is for individuals interested in the administration function (such as secretaries, administrative assistants, administrators and clerks) in any organisation, business or sector. The qualification focuses on the skills, knowledge, values and attitudes required for further progress. The intention is:

• To promote the development of knowledge, skills and values required for service excellence within the field of administration

• To enhance an individual’s potential • To provide opportunities for career growth • To equip the student with the relevant competencies, skills and values required to continue with the Institute of

Business Studies (IBS) Professional Qualification: Management and Administration, on NQF Level 4

Programme Content The qualification consists of 4 compulsory modules and 1 elective (optional) module, with the minimum number of 130 credits to obtain the qualification.

 

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Modules • Introduction to Accounting • Introduction to Business English • Introduction to Governance • Introduction to Mathematics • Introduction to Office Administration

Entry Requirements • Communication at NQF Level 2 or Grade 10; and • Mathematical literacy at NQF Level 2 or Grade 10

8.2 The IBS Professional Qualification: Management and Administration NQF Level 4 [SAQA ID: 60652] This qualification is for individuals who are or who want to be employed in business administration in the fields of:

• Governance and administration • Finance in private and/or public practice

This qualification is aimed at:

• Individuals who want to further their learning in the field of Business Administration • Individuals who are employed or preparing for future employment or self-employment • Office workers who have little or no formal qualifications, or wishes to further their administrative or clerical

careers • Individuals who did not reach senior school-leaving level • Individuals who want to advance their careers • Individuals who want to qualify for entry to a CIS qualification at NQF Level 5 • The area of employment to which the Professional Qualification: Management and Administration Level 4 would

apply consists mostly of clerical and administrative workers in the financial or similar fields, who may or may not have any recognised qualification/s

• Addressing the need to provide opportunities for recognition and career advancement • Providing the individual with a holistic understanding of the business environment

Programme Content The qualification consists of 4 compulsory modules and 1 elective (optional) module, with the minimum number of 130 credits required to obtain the qualification.

Modules • Fundamentals of Accounting • Fundamentals of Business English • Fundamentals of Governance • Fundamentals of Mathematics • Fundamentals of Office Administration.

Entry Requirements • The Institute of Business Studies (IBS) Professional Certificate: Business Administration, NQF Level 3, or an

appropriate equivalent; or • Grade 11 with a pass mark above 40% in English: and

→ Mathematical Literacy → Accounting → Physical Science

Note: From 2008, this means that you must have a minimum rating of 4 against each of these subjects on your Grade 11 certificate.

 

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9 QUALIFICATIONS OFFERED BY FERNWOOD BUSINESS COLLEGE ON BEHALF OF THE CHARTERED SECRETARIES – SOUTH AFRICA

Please note: Kindly refer to the Chartered Secretaries Southern Africa Student Handbook within your study material pack for details about:

• CIS Assessment Timetable • CIS Key Dates • CIS Assessment Venues • CIS Fees

9.1 CIS Professional Qualification: Management and Administration NQF Level 6 [SAQA ID: 60651] Chartered Secretaries are in demand for their range of skills, knowledge, work experience and values (especially integrity, professional discipline and the willingness to maintain their knowledge through Continuing Professional Development – CPD). Southern Africa is in a period of dynamic change and growth and opportunities in the rest of Africa and Asia become more apparent every day. In this climate, qualified and experienced Chartered Secretaries are in very short supply. The CIS programme of study equips students for the demands made on the Chartered Secretary in his or her chosen specialised field, whether it be a Company Secretary, Accountant, Accounting Officer, Administrator or Manager. The career path includes the option of becoming a Member of the Chartered Institute of Business Management (CIBM). The final programme of study is the CIS International Qualifying Board Examination which ultimately leads to GradICSA status (Graduates of the Institute). Students who pass all subjects in the CIS Programme 1 are eligible to apply for Affiliate Membership of the Chartered Institute of Business Management (AffCIBM). Membership and subscription fees become payable on an annual basis.

Programme Content Programme 1 consists of four modules, each worth 30 credits. All the modules are compulsory:

• Communication • Financial Accounting 1 • Economics • General Principles of Commercial Law

Entry Requirements Under 23 years of age:

• A senior certificate with a pass mark in English as well as a numeracy subject, an IBS NQF level 4; or • Equivalent qualification with English and a numeracy subject (such as mathematics, accountancy or science),

with a minimum of a 4-rating.

 

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Over 23 years of age: The Board may, at its discretion, approve an application from a student who is above 23 years of age. In such instances, the student should comply with the following requirements:

• A senior certificate with a pass in English and a numerate subject, IBS NQF level 4; • Equivalent qualification with English and a numeracy subject (e.g. mathematics, accountancy or science) – with

a minimum of a 4-rating; • Passed 4 modules, one of which must be English and either Mathematics, Accountancy, Physics, Chemistry or

a Physical Science subject at Grade 12 (Level 4 on the National Qualifications Framework); the remaining 2 modules of either an academic or commercial nature (not including ‘craft’ modules);

• Senior Certificate; or • GCE ‘O’ level.

The Board will take into account the applicant’s age and the nature and status of his/her employment as well as the formal educational qualifications obtained. An applicant may be required to submit a statement from an employer or tertiary institution to confirm his/her standard of education.

 

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CONTACT DETAILS

FERNWOOD BUSINESS COLLEGE

(SOUTH AFRICA)

First Floor, Forum 3

Braampark 33 Hoofd Street Braamfontein Johannesburg

PO Box 31314 Braamfontein

2017

Tel: 086 188 7771 Fax: 086 621 5799

E-mail: info@fbc.edu.za Website: www.fbc.edu.za

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