Bachelor of Commerce in Supply Chain Management

Navigate the world of logistics, operations, and global commerce. This dynamic programme empowers you with the skills to optimise supply chains, manage resources, and drive business efficiency.

Whether you’re passionate about improving business performance or tackling global challenges, this degree opens doors to a future in industries that keep the world moving.

BCom (Supply Chain Management)

Time to Complete:

3 years (minimum); 9 years (maximum)

Study Options:

Full-time or Part-time

Credits:

378

NQF Level:

7

SAQA ID:

 123102
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Entry Requirements

National Senior Certificate (NSC), with English passed and with endorsement for admission
to Bachelor’s study; or National Certificate (Vocational) (NC(V)), with English passed and with
endorsement for admission to Bachelor’s studies; or prior to 2009, Senior Certificate with
English as one of the modules passed.

A number of post school qualifications may be used for admission and/or advanced
placement into the degree programme with due regard for the 50% credit transfer rule and
guidelines of progression and articulation. For example, a Higher Certificate, NQF (HEQSF)
Level 5, minimum Credits 120; or a Diploma, NQF (HEQSF/OQSF) Level 6, minimum Credits 240
or 360, subject to Matriculation Board endorsement, see Quick Facts.

This programme is offered by Boston City Campus in the distance mode of education with support provided at Learner Support Centres. Apply to register at any Boston City Campus Learner Support Centre nationwide.

All modules are compulsory and must be passed.

This qualification is a candidate for accreditation with the Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs (ACBSP), USA.

Graduates will be able to pursue opportunities* in the commercial world of work including:

  • Logistics Manager
  • Transport Coordinator
  • Freight Manager
  • Procurement Officer
  • Purchasing Manager
  • Supply Chain Analyst
  • Operations Analyst
  • Demand Planner
  • Inventory Manager
  • Warehouse Supervisor
  • Stock Controller
  • Supply Chain Manager/Consultant
*Certain occupational objectives are provided for in foundational form and may require further specialisation or experience.

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Semester ASemester B
  • Computer Literacy
  • Academic Literacy
  • Business and Supply Chain Management 1
  • Accounting Principles
  • Computer Literacy Advanced
  • Law for Supply Chain Managers
  • Logistics 1 (Principles of Logistics Management)
  • Economics 1
  • Business Ethics
Semester ASemester B
  • Financial Accounting 1
  • Supply Chain Management 2A (Procurement)
  • Logistics 2A (Warehouse and Inventory Management)
  • Organisational Development & Safety Management
  • Supply Chain Management 2B (Purchasing)
  • Logistics 2B (Transportation Economics)
  • Business Management 2
  • Introduction to Cost and Management Accounting
Semester ASemester B
  • Supply Chain Management 3A (Supply Chain Analytics)
  • Supply Chain Management 3B (Costing & Performance Management)
  • Quality Management
  • Financial Management
  • Business Management 3
  • Supply Chain Management 3C (Operations)
  • Logistics 3 (Global Logistics Management)
  • Digital Transformation of Supply Chain Operations Management
  • Project Management
  • Research Methods

Various Assessment Strategies (ASC, AS1 to AS8) are used throughout the modules in the programme. For example, AS4 is predominately applied in this programme and consists of Formative Assessment (FA1 and FA2), also known as assignments or tests, which count forty percent (40 %) – twenty percent (20 %) each – towards the overall mark. Summative Assessments in the form of a final exam or capstone project (SA1), count fifty percent (50 %), and a research or reflective essay (SA2) count ten percent (10 %) towards the overall mark.

No supplementary assessment is provided for FA1 and FA2. A maximum of one (1) additional supplementary assessment opportunity is provided for SA1 and SA2 respectively, which will be charged for.

An overall mark of fifty percent (50%) is required to pass a module. Please consult the Fact Sheet and Student Rulebook for additional, detailed programme information.

On completion of the programme graduates will have the necessary knowledge and practical skills required to:

  • Demonstrate competence in the ability to analyse, structure and present material in a logical and coherent manner.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of Information Technology and the transformation of technology within the context of supply chain functions.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the economic realities of local and global businesses.
  • Understand the principles and theory of accounting, cost management techniques, and financial decision-making principles in a commercial context, formulate decisions and take action based on such principles.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the general legal framework, and specific legal areas relating to supply chain management.
  • Demonstrate knowledge, an understanding of methods and procedures, and the ability to solve problems in the context of business environments and discuss business ethics as the foundation for operating a business ethically.
  • Apply knowledge and demonstrate an integrated understanding of supply chain management.
  • Demonstrate an integrated understanding of logistics within the context of the supply chain.
  • Apply knowledge and demonstrate an integrated understanding of safety, project and quality management within the context of the supply chain.

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