The ultimate attraction of this qualification is the adaptability to a wide variety of industries, positions, careers and business imperatives.

The qualification provides learners with the range of learning and skills required to be able to perform a series of activities that are vital to the management and leadership processes.

This qualification contributes to the management and leadership function and related fields which will allow learners who achieve the qualification to contribute and function in areas such as leadership, motivation, delegation, problem solving, performance management, planning organizing leading and controlling, and a range of other disciplines.

The qualification is offered over a period of six to eighteen months. The qualification can be delivered as a registered Learnership or learners can complete the various modules to ultimately achieve the full qualification. Delivery includes facilitation, on the job coaching and mentoring and practical assessments whilst the learners are integrated into functional areas in the workplace with defined roles, goals and responsibilities.

Each modules is delivered over two (2) to five (5) days depending on the content of the module. Typically every month a module is covered and the additional time is used for assessments and workplace activities required by the learner to demonstrate competence. The modules can be spread out over a longer period depending on the abilities of the learners and the relevant workplace pressures.

Learners who will typically embark on this qualification are individuals who have an interest in a career in management, and although the qualification is aimed at first-line and junior to middle managers, it is just as suitable for sharpening the skills of senior management.

The benefits to the business include contribution to Vision 2030 and claiming VET grants, but above all access to competent learners who are able to contribute to achieving business targets in a constructive and meaningful way. After completion of the programme, learners will possess the required competence to be eligible for employment in permanent positions as per company needs.