Project and
operations management

First line/middle
management

Entrepreneurship

Governance

Workshops

Project and
operations management

First line/middle
management

Entrepreneurship

Governance

Workshops

GOVERNANCE

Local government Management

Local Government and Management aims to build the capacity of local government officials and those wishing to join the public sector. The course provides foundational learning in the functional areas of local government and development management.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this module the learner will be able to:

  • Explain the distinctiveness of local government as part of the public sector in development and service delivery.
  • Understand the influence of the environment on local government and differentiate between the influences of the various role players in this regard.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the components of the external environment and its impact on local government.
  • Apply managerial skills in managing a local government workforce optimally.
  • Apply project management skills in managing local government.

Admission Requirements:

Twenty-three years of age.
Three years business/work experience.
Senior certificate or NQF 4 equivalent.

Assessments

Two online assessments (assignment or test) will be administered during the offering of this course and feedback will be provided to students to ensure formative development.

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Learning outcomes

On completion of this module the learner will be able to:

  • Explain the distinctiveness of local government as part of the public sector in development and service delivery.
  • Understand the influence of the environment on local government and differentiate between the influences of the various role players in this regard.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the components of the external environment and its impact on local government.
  • Apply managerial skills in managing a local government workforce optimally.
  • Apply project management skills in managing local government.

Admission Requirements:

Twenty-three years of age.
Three years business/work experience.
Senior certificate or NQF 4 equivalent.

Assessments

Two online assessments (assignment or test) will be administered during the offering of this course and feedback will be provided to students to ensure formative development.

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