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POLYTECHNIC OF NAMIBIA
transforming into Namibia University of Science and Technology

YEARBOOK 2014
PART 9
CENTRE FOR OPEN AND LIFELONG LEARNING
(Note: The fnal interpretation of all regulations in this Yearbook for the Centre for Open
and Lifelong Learning shall be vested in Council).
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NOTE
The Yearbook for the Centre for Open and Lifelong Learning is valid for 2014 only. Curricula
and syllabi may be amended for 2015.
It is obtainable free of charge from:
The Registrar
Polytechnic of Namibia
Private Bag 13388
Windhoek
NAMIBIA
Location: 13 Storch Street, Windhoek
Telephone: (+264-61) 207 2008 / 2118
Fax: (+264-61) 207 2113
Website: www.polytechnic.edu.na
E-mail: registrar@polytechnic.edu.na
Although the information contained in this Yearbook has been compiled as accurately as
possible. Council and Senate accept no responsibility for any errors and omissions, which may
occur. The Polytechnic retains the right to amend regulations or conditions without prior notice.
Due to the rapidly changing external environment that many programmes operate in, and the
Polytechnics desire to remain constantly relevant in its offerings, some programmes may be
signifcantly amended after publication of this Yearbook. Please consult our website for the
latest versions of our curricula, syllabi and academic regulations.
The fact that particulars of a specifc programme, feld of study, subject, or course have been
included in this Yearbook does not necessarily mean that such a programme, feld of study,
subject, or course will be offered in the academic year 2014.
Polytechnic of Namibia/Offce of the Registrar.
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CONTACT DETAILS
Central Administration and Lecturers Offces
Postal Address: Private Bag 13388, Windhoek, NAMIBIA
Street Address: 13 Storch Street, Windhoek, NAMIBIA
Student post to: Private Bag 13388, Windhoek, NAMIBIA
Website: www.polytechnic.edu.na
Email: registrar@polytechnic.edu.na
CENTRE FOR OPEN AND LIFELONG LEARNING
Postal Address: Private Bag 13388, Windhoek, NAMIBIA
Street Address: 13 Storch Street, Windhoek, NAMIBIA
Tel: 207 2081/2206
Fax: 207 2208
Website: www.polytechnic.edu.na/coll
E-mail: coll@polytechnic.edu.na
TELEPHONE NUMBERS
Polytechnic Switchboard Operator: 207 9111
Offce of the Rector: Rector 207 2000/1-3
Vice-Rector: Administration & Finance 207 2004/5
Vice-Rector: Academic Affairs & Research 207 2280/1
Offce of the Registrar: Registrar 207 2008/2118
Deputy Registrar 207 2379/2053
Examinations Offce 207 2027/2412
Student Enquiries, Registrations,
and Records 207 2056
Offce of the Bursar: Bursar 207 2007
Offce of the DOS: Dean of Students 207 2165
Students Councillor 207 2270
Cultural Department 207 2070
Sports Department 207 2298

Students Representative Council: 207 2457
Computer Services: Manager 207 2275
Library: Library, Enquiries and Loan Counter 207 2022/2621
Hostels:
Men: Shangri-La Superintendent 207 2132
House Committee 207 2375
Call Offce 229413/233130
Ladies: Mon Resa Superintendent 207 2131
House Committee 207 2127
Call Offce 229405/234193/
233100
Ladies: Hpker
Superintendent 207 2131
House Committee 207 2130
NB: The international code in all numbers is +264-61
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CONTENTS
CENTRE FOR OPEN AND LIFELONG LEARNING
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Note ii
Contact Details iii
Contents iv
Staff 1
Distance Education: Qualifcations 3
Distance Education Information 4
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 18
Public Management 18
Bachelor of Public Management (New) 21
Bachelor of Technology: Public Management 23
Accounting and Finance 27
Bachelor of Accounting (General) 27
Bachelor of Accounting (Charted Accountancy) 32
Bachelor of Technology in Accounting and Finance 38
Business Management 40
Bachelor of Business Management 40
Bachelor of Business Administration 44
Marketing 49
Bachelor of Marketing 49
Human Resouces Management 59
Bachelor of Human Resources Management 59
Offce Management and Technology 65
Bachelor of Offce Management and Technology (New) 65
Economics 74
Bachelor of Economics 74
Bachelor of Technology in Economics 79
Transport and Logistics Management 82
Bachelor of Transport Management 82
Bachelor of Logistics and Supply Chain Management 85
Languages 88
Bachelor of English 88
Communication 90
Bachelor of Communication 90
Hospitality and Tourism Management 94
Bachelor of Hospitality Management 94
Bachelor of Travel and Tourism Management 95
Nature Conservation 96
Certifcate in Community Based Natural Resource Management 96
Certifcate in Namibian Environmental Education 97
Technical and Vocational Education and Training 98
Diploma in Vocational Education and Training: Trainer 100
POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 102
Languages 102
Bachelor of English Honours 102
Public Management 104
Bachelor of Public Management Honours 104
Marketing 105
Bachelor of Marketing Honours 105
Human Resources Management 107
Bachelor of Human Resources Management Honours 107
Economics 110
Bachelor of Economics Honours (Phasing in 2015) 110
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CENTRE FOR OPEN AND LIFELONG LEARNING
Director : Delvaline Mwes, B.Sc. (UJ), HED
(PG), B.Ed, M.Ed. (UNAM), PhD (Stell.)
Deputy Director : Vacant
Coordinator: Courseware
Development : Vacant
Instructional Designer: Print-Based : Antoinette Wentworth, M.Ed. (USA)
Coordinator: Academic Support : Judith Britz, B.A. HED (PG) (UNAM)
: Martha Niitembu, BETD (OLE), ACE (VISTA),
B.Ed. (UJ), M.Ed. (Rhodes)
Coordinator: Administrative Support : Yvonne Tjizumaue, ND: Commerce (PoN)
Coordinator: Educational - : Leena Kloppers, B.Sc.: Comp. Sci. & Tech. Statis.
Technologist (UNAM), MA: Open, Distance and Flexible
Learning (Univ. of London)
Educational Technologist : Helvi Wheeler, B.Sc.: IT (Wilberforce Univ.), M.Ed.
e-Learning (Univ. Illinois)
Student Support Offcers : Johnson Mutirua, Cert: Edu. for Develp.
(NAMCOL)
: Gillian Feris, ND: HRM (PoN)
: Brenda Kaumbangere, Cert. ICDL (NAMCOL)
: Henrietha Beukes
: Macdonald Handura, Cert: ICDL (NAMCOL)
Cert. front pay2000 (NAMCOL)
: Victor Riddles
Senior Store and Dispatch Offcer : Charles Mbazuvara, Dip: Marketing (PoN)
Store and Dispatch Clerk : Gotthardt Vries
: Embrochius Petersen, NC: Community
Development (UWC)
Regional Coordinators : Gwendoline Beukes, B.Tech.: Policing
(Tshwane Univ. of Technology), Dip: Police
Mngt. and Leadership (Finnish Police College),
Cert: Conduct Outcomes-based Assessment
(Assessment College of SA)
: Elvira van Wyk, Dip: Adult Edu. & Comm. Dev.,
Cert: Distance Edu. Practitioners (UNISA)
: Julia Matengu, HED (VISTA Univ.), Dip: Agric.
(Ogongo Agric. College), ICDL (NAMCOL)
: Christopher Madyaao, HED (UNAM), Cert:
Distance Edu. Practitioners (UNISA), PG Dip:
Edu. Mngt. and Leadership, (Regent Business
School), Cert: Conduct Outcomes-based
Assessment (Ikhowe Staffng Solutions, Education
Training and Development Practice Sector)
: Menason Katjirua, HED, Adv. Dip: Edu. (UNAM)
: Festus Shimhulu, BETD (WCE), Dip: Edu.
(UNAM), B.Ed (Hons) (Rhodes Univ.)
: Antonio Stuurmann, Dip: Legal Studies (ICM)
: Lukas Shikulo, M.Ed. Mngt. (Zim), Degree in Edu.
Maths. & Sci., (UNAM)
: Charles Lushu, BETD (Caprivi College of Ed.),
ACE (NWU)
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Secretary : Estelle Cloete, Dip: Bus. Mngt. (Bus. Mngt. Training
College, SA), Cert: Mngt.
Principles for First Line Managers (UNISA)
Telephone Number : +264 61-207 2081
Fax Number : +264 61-207 2208
E-mail Address (enquiries) : collenquiries@polytechnic.edu.na
E-mail Address (assignments) : collassignments@polytechnic.edu.na
Website : www.polytechnic.edu.na/centres/coll/coll.php
VISION STATEMENT
Through pedagogic innovation, the Centre for Open and Lifelong Learning (COLL) seeks to
be internationally recognised and distinguished for the design and delivery of supported open
and distance learning.
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DISTANCE EDUCATION: QUALIFICATIONS
The following qualifcations are offered on the distance education mode of study:
Certifcate in Public Management
Bachelor of Technology: Public Management
Bachelor of Public Management
Bachelor of Public Management Honours
National Diploma in Accounting and Finance
Bachelor of Accounting (General)
Bachelor of Accounting (Chartered Accountancy)
Bachelor of Technology in Accounting and Finance
National Certifcate in Business Studies
National Diploma in Business Administration
Bachelor of Business Administration
National Diploma in Marketing
Bachelor of Marketing
Bachelor of Marketing Honours
Diploma in Human Resources Management
Bachelor of Human Resources Management
Bachelor of Human Resources Management Honours
Certifcate in Offce Management and Technology
Diploma in Offce Management and Technology
Bachelor of Offce Management and Technology
Bachelor of Economics
Bachelor of Technology in Economics
Certifcate in Transport Management
Diploma in Transport Management
Bachelor of Transport Management
Bachelor of Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Bachelor of English
Bachelor of English Honours
Bachelor of Communication
Bachelor of Hospitality Management
Bachelor of Travel and Tourism Management
Certifcate in Namibian Environmental Education
Certifcate in Vocational Education and Training: Trainer
Higher Certifcate in Vocational Education and Training: Trainer
Certifcate in Community-Based Natural Resource Management
In order to provide an effective and effcient student support service, the Centre for Open and
Lifelong Learning (COLL) employs full-time academic staff, drawn from the academic schools
and departments at the Polytechnic, on a part-time basis to offer tutorials and develop quality
assured instructional materials which are delivered through print-based, multi-media and
eLearning methods. The COLL also provide a range of administrative and academic support
services to distance education students through Regional Centres established across the
country.
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DE1 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Refer to Rule GI2, the general admission regulations and requirements.
DE2 CORRESPONDENCE WITH THE CENTRE FOR OPEN AND LIFELONG LEARNING
(a) All written enquiries in connection with your studies at the COLL should be addressed
to:
Centre for Open and Lifelong Learning
Polytechnic of Namibia
Private Bag 13388
Windhoek
NAMIBIA
Always provide the following particulars in all correspondence:
Student number (if registered already)
Identity number
Date of birth
Initials and surname
Study Programme
(b) No responsibility is accepted for correspondence that is not directed to the above-
mentioned address.
(c) Enquiries/Letters concerning academic matters, such as problems with the use of
textbooks, tutorial letters and instructional material must be directed to the Coordinator:
Academic Support, Ms. Judith Britz Tel: +264 61-207 2203, e-mail: jbritz@polytechnic.
edu.na or Ms. Martha Niitembu Tel: +264 61-207 2789, e-mail: mniitembu@polytechnic.
edu.na. Appointments in this regard can also be made directly.
(d) Administrative enquiries with regard to registration, assignments and instructional
material may be directed to the Coordinator: Administrative Support, the Student
Support Offcers or the Senior Stores and Dispatch Offcer, who may be contacted
through telephone: +264 61-207 2259/2071/2561/2558/2801/2802/2235/2567 or email:
collenquiries@polytechnic.edu.na while assignments may be submitted electronically
to collassignments@polytechnic.edu.na (Refer to DE12 (k).)
(e) Correspondence in connection with the library must be directed to the Chief Librarian:
+264 61-207 2092
(f) Correspondence in connection with fnances must be directed to +264 61-207 2266
(g) Correspondence in connection with examinations must be directed to +264 61-207
2027/2106
DE3 REGIONAL CENTRES
(a) Students living in the vicinity of Regional Centres are advised to consult the Regional
Coordinator in charge, should there be any administrative enquiries, e.g. application,
registration, course amendments, fees, instructional material, submission of
assignments, examination, face-to-face tutorials, etc.
(b) The following Regional Centres are in operation:
Gobabis P.O.Box 1043 Fax: +264 62-564183
Tel: +264 62-564071 email: gbeukes@polytechnic.edu. na
: cbeukes@polytechnic.edu.na
Katima Mulilo P.O.Box 281 Fax: +264 66-252202
Tel: +264 66-252388 email: cmadyaao@polytechnic.edu.na
: nmuletwa@polytechnic.edu.na
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Keetmanshoop P.O.Box 1780 Fax: +264 063-222051
Tel: +264 63-221033 email: astuurmann@polytechnic.edu.na
: mjosob@polytechnic.edu.na

Ongwediva P.O.Box 3335 Fax: +264 65-231277
Tel: +264 65-231276 email: jmatengu@polytechnic.edu.na
: sgnaanda@polytechnic.edu.na
Opuwo P.O.Box 84 Fax: +264 65-272967
Tel: +264 65-272965 email: emubonda@polytechnic.edu.na

Otjiwarongo P.O.Box 607 Fax: +264 67-301290
Tel: +264 67-301149 email: evanwyk@polytechnic.edu.na
: jhunibes@polytechnic.edu.na
Outapi P.O.Box 793 Fax: +264 65-251369
Tel: +264 65 251368 email: fshimhulu@polytechnic.edu.na
: tnkuuvilwa@polytechnic.edu.na
Rundu P.O.Box 2406 Fax: +264 66-255379
Tel: +264 66-255270 email: clushu@polytechnic.edu.na
: adikuwa@polytechnic.edu.na
Tsumeb P.O.Box 463 Fax: +264 67-220647
Tel: +264 67-220483 email: mkatjirua@polytechnic.edu.na
: jkatjipotu@polytechnic.edu.na
Walvis Bay P.O.Box 8011, Narraville Fax: +264 64-209715
Tel: +264 64-203603 email: lshikulo@polytechnic.edu.na
: nampueja@polytechnic.edu.na
DE4 OFFICE HOURS
(a) COLL Offce Hours
COLL offces are open from Monday to Friday, from 07:30 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to
16:30.

(b) Offce hours of the Regional Centres are as follows:
Monday to Thursday: 09:30 - 14:00 and 15:00 - 18:30
Friday : 08:00 - 12:00 and 13:00 -17:00
Saturday: 09:00 - 13:00

Except for Opuwo:
Monday to Friday: 07:30 - 13:00 and 14:00 - 16:30

DE5 APPLICATION AND REGISTRATION PROCEDURES
Refer to Rule GI2 of the Polytechnic Yearbook Part 1 for Admission Criteria. Special
admission requirements for certain programmes are spelt out in Departmental
regulations. Such special requirements should be met in addition to the normal
admission requirements.
All prospective students must apply for admission to the Polytechnic of Namibia on
the prescribed application form. Application forms are available on request from the
Offce of the Registrar and from Regional Centres. Application forms are also available
on the Polytechnic website: http://www.polytechnic.edu.na. All applications must be
accompanied by the relevant fees. The closing date for all applications is the last working
day in September preceding the year in which admission is sought. Applicants will be
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notifed as soon as possible after the closing date whether their application for admission
have been successful or not. Registration dates are published in the Polytechnic
Yearbook, appear on the Polytechnic website: http://www.polytechnic.edu.na and
are advertised in the media. These dates are applicable to all categories of students.
(a) By signing the registration form, the student inter alia declares that s/he is familiar with
the contents of this Yearbook and the regulations for his/her degree/diploma/certifcate,
and that s/he undertakes to strictly obey all rules and regulations of the Polytechnic.
(b) Students who register in person:
Students who live in or in the vicinity of Windhoek, or one of the Regional Centres
may personally hand in their applications for registration at the respective offces. If a
student registers IN PERSON, s/he will receive all available instructional material upon
payment of the initial installment of fees.
(c) Students who register by mail:
(i) Students who register by mail must ensure that their applications for registration are in
order (see closing date for registration).
THE COMPLETED REGISTRATION FORM TOGETHER WITH THE INITIAL
PRESCRIBED INSTALLMENT MUST BE RECEIVED BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE
(see Fees), as well as documents required for admission to the particular qualifcation
(see Documents to be produced). The above should be sent to:
The Faculty Offcer
Polytechnic of Namibia
Private Bag 13388
Windhoek, NAMIBIA
(ii) In the case of previously registered students, the student retains the existing student
number allocated to him/her the frst time s/he registered. THIS NUMBER MUST
BE INDICATED ON HIS/HER REGISTRATION FORM. A new number will not be
issued. Students must indicate the proposed qualifcation on the registration form. If
this qualifcation is not indicated, the registration form will be regarded as incomplete,
leading to possible disqualifcation of registration.
(iii) Instructional material will be posted via Regional Centres where applicable. If
instructional material is not received within two weeks of application for registration
and if no further communication is received from the COLL, the local post offce and
Regional Centres must be contacted before the COLL is contacted.
(iv) Upon issuing/receiving of instructional material, students are responsible
to verify and ensure that they received the correct instructional material
for the course(s) they registered for. Assignments based on wrong
instructional material and tutorial letters will not be accepted for marking.
Note: Instructional materials should be collected on/before the last working day
in February for frst semester materials and in July for second semester
materials. No materials will be issued to students after these dates.
(v) Duplicate instructional material will be issued to distance education students at the
following costs:
Study guide - N$300.00
First tutorial letter with assignments - N$45.00
CD/DVD - N$45.00
The above-mentioned amounts are subject to change.
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DE6 REGISTRATION AND RE-REGISTRATION
(a) Any person who wishes to be registered as a student at the Polytechnic for a particular
academic year must complete the offcial registration form and sign it (by which s/he
subjects him/herself to the regulations of the Polytechnic), must pay the prescribed fees
and, except if already produced, must produce documentary proof that all admission
requirements have been met for the study of the qualifcation for which a student
wishes to register. In exceptional cases, the Polytechnic may grant permission that
documentary proof may be handed in not later than 31 May each year, failing which a
students registration will immediately be cancelled, and s/he will forfeit his/her tuition
fees in accordance with the stipulations of the paragraph under Fees in Part 1 of
the Polytechnic Yearbook. The relevant sections under General Information are
applicable for further information, including the closing dates and the basic requirements
for registration.

(b) The Polytechnic may set a fnal registration date for a specifc academic year after
which a student may no longer register, and may refuse any application for registration
if the students completed registration form, the prescribed fees and/or the required
documentary proof in support of his/her application do not reach the Polytechnic before
the fxed closing date.
(c) A student who was previously registered at another tertiary institution and did not obtain
a degree, diploma or a certifcate at the end of his/her last year of registration, must (if
a decision can be made based on the information on his application forms) submit a
satisfactory certifcate of conduct and an original report of his/her complete academic
record, issued by the Registrar of the previous institution, during his/her frst year of
registration not later than 31 May each year, failing which his/her registration will be
cancelled immediately.
(d) Re-registration may be refused in the case of a student whose academic progress
does not satisfy Senate/the relevant Board of Studies. In cases where permission
for re-registration is granted, it will be done only on conditions as determined by the
Polytechnic.
(e) Students who fnd themselves unable to continue with their studies are required to cancel
such courses. If courses are not cancelled, it will be viewed as a failure on the side of
the student to make satisfactory academic progress. Cancellation forms are available
from the COLL and the Regional Centres. The closing date for all cancellations is the
last working day in April for 1
st
semester courses and the last working day in September
for 2
nd
semester courses. The relevant sections under Termination of Studies, Rule
AC1.4 and REFUNDS Rules F.7.1.1 F.7.1.9 are applicable for further information,
including the closing dates and the basic requirements for cancellation of courses/
termination of studies.
DE7 DOCUMENTS TO BE PRODUCED
When students register for the frst time, the following original documents must be
handed in together with the students application for registration:
(a) original certifcate of the relevant admission qualifcation;
(b) original Namibian identity document;
(c) original marriage certifcate in case of married women.
If the student was previously registered at any other tertiary institution, and s/he
has suspended his/her studies before the completion of the degree or diploma for
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which s/he was registered, s/he must produce the following documents together
with his/her application for registration:
(a) original certifcate of conduct;
(b) original report of full academic record.
The above documentation must be issued by the institution where the qualifcation
was obtained. All qualifcations must be certifed before submission to the Polytechnic.
DE8 CHANGING REGISTRATION
(a) Students who wish to cancel their studies at the Polytechnic must complete the
prescribed form (Refer to DE6 (e)). Students are referred to the section on fees in
connection with the repayment of money.
(b) Note that the closing date for course amendments is the last working day in February (1st
semester and year courses) and the last working day in July (2nd semester courses)
each year. This date also applies to applications for course exemptions. Cancellations
can, however, still be done after this date (Refer to DE6 (e)).
(c) Late Registration, course amendments and change of mode of study, i.e. change from
full-time/part-time to the distance education mode of study is subject to the availability
of instructional material and the time available to submit assignments as indicated on
the approved assignment schedule.
(d) In the case of a change of address and/or examination centre, students are requested
to communicate the change of address and/or Examination Centre to COLL in writing
as soon as the relevant change happens. Forms for Notifcation of Change of Address
and/or Examination Centre are available from COLL and the Regional Centres.
DE9 METHOD OF INSTRUCTION
Distance education is a unique method of instruction and study. It is unique in the
sense that instruction and learning take place with the instructor/tutor and the students
in different places for most of the time. In the COLL the main medium of instruction is
the printed word supplemented with multi-media and eLearning, which enable students
to study at home. It is therefore possible for students to study when and where they
wish and they can link their academic studies with their practical work.
The instructional material for each course will be supplied to students when they pay
their tuition fees upon registration. The main form of material is the printed study guide,
consisting of a number of units with activities for the students to complete to assess
their own understanding of the course. Usually prescribed or supplementary reading
is recommended. The supplementary reading material may be a reader, which will be
supplied with the printed study guide, or a prescribed textbook, which should be bought.
Each course also includes assignments which must be completed on time and send to
the COLL for tutor-marking. The marks gained for an assignment form part of the fnal
assessment for the course. Each assignment also receives tutorial comments which
is sent back to students to assist them in their studies.
The COLL is aware of the diffcult circumstances in which many of its students have to
study, and therefore provides assistance to enable students to derive full beneft from
their studies. Tutors are assigned for each course to help students with academic
problems they may have. Students may consult the tutor by letter, by phone at certain
specifed times, email or by a pre-arranged visit.
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DE10 STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
The COLL provides the following support services:
(a) Marker-tutoring
Assignments coming from students are used as a teaching tool and marker-tutors
therefore do not just mark in a conventional sense, but also give the necessary advice
and encouragement on how students may improve and make progress toward being
successful at the end of a semester.
(b) Telephone/email-tutoring
Marker-tutors are available for tutoring and academic advice through telephone- and
email correspondence. Students will be provided with a list of their tutors telephone
numbers and email addresses upon registration. Students are advised to please make
use of this service.
(c) Face-to-face tutorials/Saturday tutorials
These tutorials are organised in Windhoek and at the various Regional Centres on
Saturdays. Notice of such tutorials will be provided to students by the: Coordinator:
Academic Support (COLL); and the Regional Coordinator. Students should make every
effort to attend these tutorials.
(d) Vacation Schools
Vacation schools are offered two times a year, during April and August in Windhoek.
Notice of such vacation schools will be sent to students from time to time. Although
attendance at vacation schools is usually optional, students are strongly advised to
make use of this service. It is a valuable opportunity for students to beneft, not only
for academic purposes, but also to make use of library facilities and to meet their tutors
and fellow students.
(e) Vacation Schools are compulsory for students registered for the following study
programmes and courses:
Bachelor of Communication
Bachelor of English
Bachelor of English Honours
Bachelor of Marketing Honours
Bachelor: Hospitality Management
Bachelor: Travel and Tourism Management
Advanced Industrial Relations
Advanced Organisational Development and Change
Advanced Management of Training
Auditing 200
Auditing 301 & 302
Auditing 310
Career Management and Development
Compensation Management
Computerised Accounting
Computerised Accounting 301
Contemporary Issues
Cost and Management Accounting 101
Cost and Management Accounting 201 & 202
Electronic and Web-Based Marketing
Financial Accounting 101 & 102
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Financial Accounting 201 & 202
Financial Accounting 301 & 302
Financial Accounting 310 & 320
Information Administration
Introduction to Supply Chain Management
Management Accounting 301
Management Accounting 310
Management and Leadership
Managerial Finance 411
Marketing Research & Market Intelligence
NEEC
Professional Skills
Research Methodology
Research Project
Strategic Human Resources Management
Taxation 200
Taxation 301 & 302
Taxation 310
Training and Development Strategies and Perspectives
Work Integrated Learning
ALL VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING COURSES:
Certifcate in Vocational Education and Training: Trainer
Higher Certifcate in Vocational Education and Training: Trainer
BUSINESS SIMULATION is also compulsory for all students registered for
Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship. Please refer to the frst tutorial letter
on these courses for more detail.
(f) Radio tutorials
Radio tutorials are broadcast on National Radio, to supplement print-based instructional
material and face-to-face sessions with 10 minute radio programmes. Schedules for
radio tutorials are available on COLLs website: www.polytechnic.edu.na/centres/coll/
coll/php
(g) Multi-media and eLearning
The instructional material for some courses are also supplemented with CDs and/or
DVDs, which students will receive upon registration as part of their instructional material.
Tutoring and student support through mobile learning tutorials and/or teleteaching tutorials
are also offered for some courses.
Teleteaching: Is tutoring through the Internet in real time (live) whereby students connect
with their tutor and participate in an online tutorial from wherever they are. Students
and tutors are not constrained by place like in a normal face-to-face tutorial session. All
that is needed is a reliable internet connection and a headset to connect at the agreed
scheduled time. These facilities and internet connectivity are available at the COLL
Regional Centres across the country.

Mobile Learning (mlearning): Some of the ways in which mobile phones can be used
to support distance education students are providing access to electronic resources
to supplement existing study materials; providing the means to facilitate collaborative
learning; providing the means to have regular contact with the tutor/lecturer; and creating
opportunities for regular formative assessment with feedback.
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Reference to tutorial support by means of these additional media will be stipulated in the
frst tutorial letter of the relevant course.
(h) eLearning: COLL offers eLearning as another mode of study in addition to full-time, part-
time and conventional distance education at the Polytechnic of Namibia. The tuition fees
for eLearning courses are the same as that for courses delivered through the full-time,
part-time and distance education modes of study. The COLL eLearning courses can be
accessed through the website at http://elearning.polytechnic.edu.na Students need to
be registered in the eLearning mode of study before they can gain access to the Virtual
Learning Environment (VLE) for eLearning courses. Students who wish to study via
eLearning must register as an eLearning student during the normal registration period
and attend a compulsory face-to-face orientation session at COLL or one of the Regional
Centres. The orientation session introduce students to eLearning and the VLE.
Studying via eLearning enables students to:
access the study guide and other additional material directly from the course site
be guided through the course on a week-by-week basis
have a dedicated tutor who will provide online support during the duration of the
course
to interact regularly with the tutor and fellow students
submit assignments via the VLE
get feedback, questions, tasks and assignments online
have a much more interactive learning process than studying by the conventional
distance education mode
have more personalised and regular contact with the tutor, because the ratio of
students to tutor will be much lower.
The list of available courses offered through the eLearning mode can be found in the
Information Manual for Distance Education Students and the COLL website at www.
polytechnic.edu.na/centres/coll/coll.php

(i) Library services
The Polytechnics library services are available free of charge to all registered students.
Membership of the library is subject to the Library Regulations. The library will lend
recommended books and other supplementary reading matter to students. Prescribed
textbooks must, however, be bought by the student, and will NOT be provided by the
library. A student who does not return library material on the due date will not be allowed
admission to the examinations, to re-register, and will not receive his/her examination
results before the outstanding library material has been returned to the Polytechnic.
Limited stocks of library books are available from Regional Centres. The student must
also consult his/her nearest Regional Centre in this regard.
The Polytechnic Library has a number of very useful resources and services which
are accessible through the website: http://www.polytechnic.edu.na/library/library.php
A Resource Guide on all the various library services available to distance education
students will be issued upon registration.
Online examination papers: Past examination papers are available from the Librarys
web page, but only on campus. They are also accessible via CD-ROM from the Regional
Centres and via email from the Subject Librarians subjectlibrarian@polytechnic.edu.
na. Subject Librarians will only send past papers to distance education students who
have supplied their student numbers.
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If there is anything students do not understand, or which they need to have explained,
they should not hesitate to consult their Tutor, Coordinator: Administrative Support,
Coordinator Academic Support, Regional Coordinator, or the Director of COLL; either
by telephone, fax, email, a letter, or by a personal visit arranged beforehand.

DE11 PRESCRIBED TEXTBOOKS AND STUDY MATERIAL
Particulars concerning the prescribed textbook(s), which the student must buy, will be
made available upon registration by means of a frst tutorial letter, which is part of the
study material of a particular course.
Prescribed textbooks are available at the Regional Centres for reference purposes.
Some of these textbooks are also available at the following Namibian Open Learning
Network Trust (NOLNeT) Centres (Regional Centres that serve NAMCOL, NIED,
Polytechnic and UNAM students): Mariental Teachers Resource Centre; Eenhana Multi
Media Centre and Community Library; and the Oranjemund NAMDEB Technical College.
Full particulars concerning the prescribed textbooks are contained in the frst tutorial
letter. Students are strongly advised to order their books from the bookshop in good
time, as this will prevent many unnecessary delays and disappointments. COLL does
not sell prescribed textbooks and cannot order these for the students. Books are
prescribed for most courses and can be ordered directly from the distributors or via
the Regional Centres. All books can be purchased from the book supplier, Book Den
at corner of Hosea Kutako & Puccini street, in Windhoek, Telephone: +264 61-239976.
DE12 ASSESSMENTS
Students are required to qualify for examination admission on the basis of satisfactory
answers and performances in assessments. Particulars of the contribution of the various
assessment marks towards the fnal mark of a particular course and the minimum
requirements for examination admission appear in the frst tutorial letter.
Rules for students on submission of assignments
(a) Keep to the due dates. Assignments that are submitted after the due date will be
returned unmarked. It remains your responsibility to see to it that your assignment
reaches COLL in time.
(b) Medical and humanitarian reasons are the only reasons accepted for the late submission
of assignments. Late submission of assignments will only be approved till 7 days
(including public holidays and weekends) after the due date of an assignment.
Valid documentary proof must be attached as part of the assignment before any late
submission will be considered. Late submission without valid documentary proof
attached to the assignment will be returned unmarked and may not be resubmitted
for marking.
Travelling and attendance of workshops, job related activities and conferences
may not be used as an excuse for the late submission of assignments.
(c) Distance education students, who commit themselves to studies at the Polytechnic
of Namibia, will be expected to attend compulsory vacation school tutorials and tests
as set down for the relevant courses. No provision is made for students who engage
in other commitments during this period, which could interfere with their sudies, e.g.:
job-related commitments (local and abroad), out-of-town work, etc. Reference to
compulsory attendance of vacation school tutorials and tests shall be stipulated in the
frst tutorial letter of the relevant courses.
(d) Assignments already submitted but not passed/returned unmarked may not be
resubmitted.
(e) The formal requirements for essays as set out in tutorial letters must be strictly adhered
to. If your assignment does not comply with these requirements, you might lose marks.
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(f) Assignments based on wrong instructional material and tutorial letters will not
be accepted for marking.
(g) Remember to give the assignment the same number as the one appearing in the tutorial
letter. For example, if you do assignment 02, you should number 02 and not 01.
DO NOT enclose more than one assignment in the same assignment book/ CD/
document sent as an attachment via e-mail.
(h) Indicate your student number, course name and course code, e.g. Introduction to
Mathematics, ITM111S, and the assignment number on the assignment cover page
before submission of an assignment.
(i) Ensure that all information as requested on the assignment cover is completed and
correct. Incorrect or incomplete information will prevent it from being accepted
for marking. This also applies to submitted CDs. All information must be on the
CD itself.
(j) Students tutor-marked assignments will be returned to them in window envelopes and
therefore their names and postal addresses must be completed clearly and correctly on
the assignment cover. If this information is missing, tutor-marked assignments will not
be returned to students and kept for a three month period after the examinations
of the semester in question.
k) Students may send assignments via e-mail. Students should download the Electronic
Assignment Book available in MsWord format from http://www.polytechnic.edu.
na/centres/docs/coll/coll_assbook.doc to complete assignments. Ensure that all
information as requested on the assignment cover is completed and correct. Incorrect
or incomplete information will prevent it from being accepted for marking. After
completion of the assignment, email the Electronic Assignment Book as an attachment
to: collassignments@polytechnic.edu.na
(l) Completed assignments must never be emailed/mailed/submitted to the relevant Tutor,
Student Support Offcer or the Store and Dispatch Offcer.
(m) Always supply suffcient stamps when posting your assignments. Students who use
express post for mailing their assignments must pay the costs attached to this service
themselves. The Polytechnic of Namibia will not pay penalties for assignments with
insuffcient postage. Such assignments will be returned unmarked to the students.
Posted/couriered assignments received after the due date of the assignment will
be returned unmarked.
(n) Warning: Any loose pages increase the possibility for loosing assignment marks.
(o) Students living in the vicinity of Windhoek and who prefer to submit their assignments
personally, must hand them in at the COLL assignment box. Students living in the vicinity
of Regional Centres, should preferably submit their assignments at these Centres.
(p) Students are encouraged to form study groups to discuss their studies, but identical
assignments by different members of a study group are not acceptable. Copying
assignments constitutes a transgression of the Student Regulations of the Polytechnic
of Namibia. Students found guilty of copying assignments will be awarded 0% for
such an assignment.
(q) Upon submission of assignments, students have to acknowledge by means of
complete referencing, all sources used and/or quoted. Students found guilty of
plagiarism will be penalised and may be awarded 0%.
(r) A student, who has strong reasons to believe that an assignment mark may be incorrect,
may apply that such mark be re-checked, regardless of the mark obtained. An application
for a re-check must be directed to the Director: COLL on or before the last working day
of May for the examinations taking place in the June session and on or before the last
working day of October for the examinations taking place in the November session.
Applications must be accompanied by a full motivation explaining why a re-check is
sought. Such a re-check shall not necessarily lead to a re-mark of the assignment, unless
so determined by the Tutor conducting the re-check. Applications for re-check based
on requests to be condoned for admission to the examination will not be considered.
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(s) No comments or assignments/test results will be announced by telephone.
DE13 EXAMINATIONS
A student is responsible for the arrangements and cost of his journey to the examination
centre, as well as his accommodation at that centre.
1. In order to be admitted to the examination of a course, a student must obtain a semester/
year mark of at least 40%.
2. In order to pass a course, a student has to comply with the following criteria:
(a) an examination mark with a sub-minimum of 40% must be achieved in cases
where the examination comprises only one paper, and 35% each in cases where
the examination consists of two or more papers, provided that the combined paper
sub-minimum is 40%;
(b) a fnal mark (calculated from semester/year mark and examination mark with the
prescribed weighting ratio) of 50% has to be obtained in the course;
(c) The semester/year mark and examination mark shall be used jointly to determine
the fnal mark in the ratio of 30% (semester/year-mark) to 70% (examination mark),
unless explicitly otherwise determined by Senate.
3. The fnal examination timetable, in the form of an admission letter should be collected
at the examination department or at the Regional Centres in May and October each
year. It will, inter alia, contain the following information:
(a) a list of courses in which the student obtained examination admission, with a
corresponding list of fnal examination dates;
(b) a list of courses in which the student has not obtained examination admission;
(c) particulars regarding the examination centre and session; and
(d) further general examination instructions will be printed at the back of the timetables
and will be placed on the internet and will be mailed to Regional Centres at the
same time.
4. Refer to AC4.5.6, Retention Rule of Semester Mark.
5. NOTE:
(a) Candidates who have not received their examination admission letter before
each examination must immediately contact the Examination Department at
telephone +264 61-207 2027 / 2106.
(b) Students will not be permitted to write examination unless they have the
following documentation in their possession at each session:
- Proof of identity
- Student card or proof of registration
- Examination admission letter
(c) Students are responsible for ensuring that they attend the correct examination
session and receive the correct examination question paper.
6. Refer to AC4.5.7, Special Rectors Examination
Students who have one and a maximum of two courses outstanding to qualify for a
National Diploma or frst Degree at NQF level 7 or 8, may apply for admission to a
special Rectors examination which will be written in February and August each year to
enable such students to graduate should they be successful in the examination. Such
examination shall be available in courses that are examination-based only. Students
who wish to apply for such special examination must have been enrolled for the course,
must have gained admission to the examination, and must have gained a fnal mark
between 40% and 49%.
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The maximum fnal mark allocated to students who wrote the Rectors examination in
a course shall be 50%.
Applications for such examinations must reach the Examinations department on
or before a deadline which will be communicated in the Academic Calendar each
year. Students who are granted access to the Rectors examination, write and fail
the examination must repeat the course when it is offered again. Students who are
absent from the Rectors examination, will be allowed to write the second opportunity
examination of the course in June or November of that year, as the case may be.
Students who have been absent from an examination also have the right to apply, as
long as they meet the other requirements.
DE14 EXAMINATION CENTRES
(a) It is essential that the number of examination centres be limited as far as possible
and therefore there must be at least fve registered students before a centre will be
established in an area. The Polytechnic reserves the right to approve or reject any
application for the establishment of a special examination centre at any one place.
Polytechnic regional students may sit for their examinations at the Polytechnic
Regional Centres, Mariental Teachers Resource Centre, Luderitz Community Library,
Oranjemund NAMDEB Technical College, Karasburg Teachers Resource Centre and
in Rosh Pinah corner of Melkbos and Volstruis street.
(b) The Polytechnic takes no responsibility for the delay in mail delivery of examination
timetables or receipt of any other information owing to a change in address or the
inaccessibility of an address of any student. It is always the responsibility of the student
to notify the Polytechnic of Namibia of any change in his/her postal address and to
verify if such changes are effected correctly (See Changing Registration).
DE15 EXAMINATION NUMBERS AND SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS
(a) The candidate uses his/her student number as his/her examination number.
(b) A candidate may be requested to furnish proof of identity at all times. For this purpose
candidates must show both their student card and an identity document on which a
photograph of him/herself appears.
(c) The duration of every paper will be indicated on the timetable.
(d) Candidates and invigilators will be notifed of any special arrangements in advance.
(e) Cellular phones and smoking are not allowed in the examination rooms.
DE16 EXAMINATION ADMISSION
In a course offered, no student will be admitted to the examination unless s/he has met the
following requirements for the particular academic year:
(a) S/he must have been registered for instruction or additional examination opportunities in
that course offered or, with the permission of Council, by another institution recognised
by Council for this purpose;
(b) S/he must have satisfactorily completed a minimum of a semesters/years work such
as prescribed by Senate before a set date. The minimum requirements, which a
student must meet for admission to the examination in a particular course, appear in
the instructional material for the particular course and are spelt out in Departmental
regulations.
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DE17 EXAMINATION RESULTS
(a) The results of the June/July examinations are expected to be announced in mid July,
while the results of the October/November examinations are expected to be announced
by mid December each year. Every candidate will be furnished with his/her examination
results as soon as possible thereafter.
(b) No results will be announced by telephone or telegram.
(c) No results will be mailed to a student before s/he has returned all books that s/he has
borrowed from the library.
(d) No results will be sent to students who have not settled their accounts in full.
(e) A student who has, in his/her opinion, met all the requirements for a certifcate/diploma/
degree and has not received confrmation thereof by mid February or mid August each
year, should contact the Examinations Department.
(f) The student must provide the Examinations Department with the required documents
for certifcation as soon as possible after the fnal examination.
DE18 FAILURE TO PAY
In the event of fees not being paid as per schedule, a student will not:
(a) receive examination results;
(b) be allowed access into examinations unless special arrangements have been made;
(d) be permitted to re-register;
(e) be allowed to graduate.
DE19 STUDY PROGRAMMES OFFERED ON THE DISTANCE EDUCATION MODE:
ADMISSION
Refer to the General Admission Criteria (GI2)
DE20 IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS REGISTERING FOR RESEARCH
PROJECT/ DISSERTATION (RPB412S/HRP420S/TRP420S/DIS412S)
(a) Students registering for the Research Project/Dissertation on the distance education
mode of study, should register their Research Topics upon registration with the
Coordinators: Academic Support, Ms. Judith Britz or Ms. Martha Niitembu if based in
Windhoek or with the Regional Coordinator if based at any of the Regional Centres.
(b) The registration of your Research Topic is very important to ensure timely allocation
of your Research Supervisor.
(c) It remains your responsibility to ensure that your Research Topic is submitted to
COLL upon registration. Failure to do so will result in your Supervisor being appointed
late.
(d) Please note that no extension for the submission of your Research Project/Dissertation
will be granted if you failed to submit your Research Topic to COLL.
(e) Also refer to Rule AC4.4: Completion and Submission of Undergraduate Research
Projects/Dissertation for Examination.
DE21 EXEMPTION ARRANGEMENTS
Students may be exempted from the following institutional core courses based on their
Grade 12 NSSC Grades in relevant subjects.
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INSTITUTIONAL CORE
COURSE
SCHOOL SUBJECT(S) GRADE
Basic Mathematics Mathematics Minimum B (Ordinary Level) or
4 (Higher Level)
Basic Science Biology and Physical
Science
Minimum B (Ordinary Level) or
4 (Higher Level)
Computer User Skills Computer Studies Minimum B (Ordinary Level) or
4 (Higher Level)
Language in Practice English Language Minimum B (Ordinary Level) or
4 (Higher Level)
DE22 TRANSITION RULES FOR SERVICE COURSES FOR THE DEPARTMENTS OF
LANGUAGE AND COMMUNICATION
(a) From Semester 2 of the 2012 academic year, students shall register for courses
according to the following table of correspondence:
OLD COURSES CORRESPONDING NEW COURSES
Language in Practice B (LPB0320) English in Practice (EPR511S)
Communication Skills (CSK0420) English for Academic Purposes (EAP511S)
Professional Writing (PFW0520) Professional Writing (PWR611S)
Professional Communication (PFC0620) Professional Communication (PCO611S)
(b) Students who shall be required to repeat courses, shall register for the corresponding
new courses as from semester 2 of the 2012 academic year.
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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
PUBLIC MANAGEMENT
INTRODUCTION OF NEW PROGRAMME 2010
The Department introduced a new Bachelor Degree in 2010. The old B.Tech programme was
phased out with effect from 2010 which means that the frst year of the old B.Tech programme
was no longer offered in 2010, while the second year was no longer offered in 2011.
Special Academic Regulations
Progression Rule: There was a complete switch to the new curriculum as from 2010 for
only the new intake [frst year students], and from there onward the rest of the new Bachelor
curriculum is systematically phased in while the old B.Tech programme is systematically phased
out, with year 2016 being the fnal date for the award of the B.Tech degree.
Admission Requirements
1. Students who have completed the National Certifcate in Public Management or
Public Administration will continue with the old B.Tech Programme until 2012.
2. Students who have completed the National Certifcate in Public Administration at the
Polytechnic of Namibia can enrol for the Bachelor degree in Public Management
provided that they have completed the following courses:
1. Principles of Information Systems 1A PIS121D OR Computer User Skills
2. Principles of Information Systems 1B PIS122D OR Computer User Skills
3. Basic Business Statistics 1A
4. Basic Business Statistics 1B

General Transition Rules
The Bachelor of Technology in Public Management is being phased out from 2009, meaning
that no new students will be enrolled on the programme with effect from 2010. The fnal year
of offering the B.Tech degree will be 2016. Students who have not completed the degree by
the end of 2016 will have to transition to the new Bachelor of Public Management degree with
such credit recognition as is possible and will have to complete all requirements for that degree.
Courses that are being phased out will not have any retention of semester mark, meaning that
there will be no third or fourth opportunity examinations available. Students who have failed
courses that are already phased out will have to complete the new corresponding course (in
accordance with information in the attached table). It may occur, from 2014 onwards, that
certain courses are available on the distance education mode only. Full-time and part-time
students will then be required to register for these courses on the distance education mode only.
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Table 1
BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY IN
PUBLIC MANAGEMENT (Phasing
out in 2016)
BACHELOR OF PUBLIC MANAGEMENT
(Phased in 2010)
Introduction to Public Management
(IPM111S)
Introduction to Public Management
(IPM111S)
Principles of Economics 1A
(PEC111S)
Principles of Microeconomics
(PMI511S)
Basic Mathematics (BMS1100) Basic Mathematics (BMS411S)
Basic Business Statistics 1A
(BBS111S)
Basic Business Statistics 1A
(BBS111S)
Introduction to Sociology (ISO0100) Introduction to Sociology (ISO0100)
Language in Practice B (LPB0320) English in Practice (EPR511S)
Business Accounting 1A (BAC1100) Business Accounting 1A (BAC1100)
Introduction to Psychology of Human
Resources (PHR511S)
Introduction to Psychology of Human Resources
(PHR511S)
Public Management in Namibia
(PMN112S)
Public Management in Namibia
(PMN112S)
Introduction to Political Science
(IPS0100)
Introduction to Political Science
(IPS0100)
Communication Skills (CSK0420) English for Academic Purposes (EAP511S)
Basic Business Statistics 1B (BBS112S) Basic Business Statistics 1B (BBS112S)
Principles of Economics 1B (PEC112S) Principles of Macroeconomics (PMA512S)
Introduction to Human Resources
Management (IHR512S)
Introduction to Human Resources
Management (IHR512S)
Business Accounting 1B (BAC1200) Business Accounting 1B (BAC1200)
Regional and Local Government
(RLG211S)
Regional and Local Government Management
(RLG211S)
Public Human Resources Management
(PHR211S)
Public Human Resources Management
(PHR211S)
Principles of Information Systems 1A
(PIS121S) and Principles of Information
Systems 1B (PIS122S)
Computer User Skills (CUS411S)
Professional Writing (PWR611S) Professional Writing (PWR611S)
Business Accounting 2A BAC211S) Business Accounting 2A (BAC211S)
Intermediate Microeconomics (IME211S) Intermediate Microeconomics (IMI611S)
Organisational Behaviour (OSB611S) None*
Regional and Local Government in
Namibia (RLG212S)
Regional and Local Government in Namibia
(RLG212S)
Public Financial Management
(PFM212S)
Public Financial Management (PFM212S)
Professional Communication (PCO611S) None*
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Intermediate Macroeconomics
(IME212S)
Intermediate Macroeconomics (IMA612S)
Accounting 2B (BAC212S) Business Accounting 2B (BAC212S)
Organisational Management (OSM61S) None*
Public Policy (PBP311S) Public Policy Analysis (PPA711S)
Law for Public Managers 1A (LPM111S) Law for Public Managers 1A (LPM111S)
Development Management (DMA111S) Development Management (DMA111S)
International Relations and Organisations
(IRO311S)
International Relations and Organisations
(IRO311S)
Financial Management 1A (NFM111S) Financial Management 1A (NFM111S)
Human Resource Staffng (HRS711S) None*
Applied Economic Policy Analysis
(AEP311S)
Applied Economic Policy Analysis (AEP311S)
Organisational Theories (OTP112S) Publ i c Sector Organi sati onal Behavi our
(POB712)
Law for Public Managers 1B (LPM112S) Law for Public Managers 1B (LPM112S)
Comparative Local Government
(CLG112S)
Comparative Local Government (CLG112S)
International Trade (ITT312S) International Trade (ITT312S)
Financial Management 1B (NFM112S) None*
Employee Health and Safety (EHS712S) None*
Governance and Politics in Africa
(GPA412S) - Elective
Governance and Politics in Africa (GPA412S)
Compulsory
Business Ethics and Leadership
(BEL112) Compulsory
Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
(ICE712S) Compulsory
Urban Development and Management
(UDP711S) Elective (new)
Disaster Management (DSM712S)
Elective (new)
Public Sector Accounting (PSA712S)
Elective (new)
*Courses without corresponding courses will be offered until the programme is phased
out.
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BACHELOR OF PUBLIC MANAGEMENT (NEW) 24BPMN
NQF Level: 7 NQF Credits: 425 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0153
CURRICULUM
Certifcate in Public Management (Phased in 2010)
NQF Level: 5 NQF Credits: 132 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0152
Year 1
Semester 1
Course Course Prerequisite NQF NQF
Title Code Level Credits
Introduction to Public Management IPM111S None 5 12
English in Practice EPR511S English Profciency Test 5 NCB
Basic Mathematics BMS411S None 4 12
Introduction to Sociology ISO0100 None 5 12
Computer User Skills CUS411S None 4 10
Principles of Microeconomics PMI511S None 5 12
Any ONE of the following:
Intro. to Psychology of Human PHR511S None 5 12
Resources
Business Accounting 1A BAC1100 None 5 12

Semester 2
Public Management in Namibia PMN112S Intro. to Public Management 5 12
Introduction to Political Science IPS0100 None 5 12
English for Academic Purposes EAP511S Language in Practice B / 5 14
English in Practice
English in Practice EPR511S English Profciency Test 5 NCB
(If not yet taken)
Basic Mathematics BMS411S None (if not yet taken) 5 12
Computer User Skills CUS411S None (If not yet taken) 4 10
Principles of Macroeconomics PMA512S None 5 12
Any one of the following based on the course chosen in the previous semester:
Introduction to Human Resources IHR512S None 5 12
Management
Business Accounting 1B BAC1200 Business Accounting 1A 5 12
BACHELOR OF PUBLIC MANAGEMENT (Phased in 2011)

Year 2
Semester 3
Course Course Prerequisite NQF NQF
Title Code Level Credits
Professional Writing PWR611S English for Academic 6 14
Purposes or exemption
Regional and Local Government RLG211S Introduction to Public 6 15
Management Management
Basic Business Statistics 1A BBS111S Basic Mathematics 6 12
Governance and Politics in Africa GPA411S Introduction to Political 6 15
Science
Public Human Resources PHR211S Introduction to Public 6 15
Management Management
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And any ONE of the following:
Business Accounting 2A BAC211S Business Accounting 1A & 1B 6 12
Intermediate Microeconomics IMI611S Principles of Microeconomics 6 12

Semester 4
Regional & Local Government in RLG212S Regional & Local Government 6 15
Namibia Management
Basic Business Statistics 1B BBS112S Basic Business Statistics 1A 6 12
Public Financial Management PFM212S Public Management in Namibia 6 15
Business Ethics and Leadership BEL112S None 5 12
And any ONE of the following based on the course chosen in the
previous semester:
Intermediate Macroeconomics IMA612S Principles of Macroeconomics 6 12
Business Accounting 2B BAC212S Business Accounting 1A & 1B 6 12

Year 3 (Phasing in 2012)
Semester 5
Public Policy Analysis PPA711S Public Management in Namibia 7 15
Law for Public Managers 1A LPM111S None 5 12
Development Management DMA111S Introduction to Public 7 15
Management
International Relations and IRO311S None 7 15
Organisations
Any ONE of the following:
Financial Management 1A NFM111S Business Accounting 2A & 2B 7 15
Urban Development and UDP711S Regional and Local 7 15
Management Government Management
Applied Economic Policy Analysis AEP311S Intermediate Micro and 7 15
Macroeconomics
Semester 6
Law for Public Managers 1B LPM112S None 5 12
Public Sector Organisational POB712S Public Management in Namibia 7 15
Behaviour
Comparative Local Government CLG112S Regional and Local 7 15
Government in Namibia
Innovation, Creativity and ICE712S None 7 15
Entrepreneurship
Any ONE of the following:
International Trade ITT312S None 7 15
Disaster Management DSM712S None 7 15
Public Sector Accounting PSA712S Business Accounting 2B 7 15

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BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY: PUBLIC MANAGEMENT 24BPMA

First Year - Certifcate in Public Management (Not available from 2010)
Semester 1
Course Title Course Code Prerequisites
Introduction to Public Management IPM111S None
Principles of Economics 1A PEC111S None
Basic Mathematics BMS1100 None
Basic Business Statistics 1A BBS111S Introduction to Mathematics
(Busines & Management) / Basic
Mathematics or Grade 12 symbol
B or better
Introduction to Sociology ISO0100 None
Language in Practice B LPB0320 English Profciency Test
And any ONE of the following:
Business Accounting 1A BAC1100 None
Introduction to Psychology of
Human Resources IPH111S None
NOTE: Candidates may apply for exemption from Basic Mathematics if they have
obtained at least a B symbol on Ordinary level Mathematics or equivalent.
Semester 2
Public Management in Namibia PMN112S Introduction to Public Management
Principles of Economics 1B PEC112S None
Basic Mathematics BMS1100 None
(if not yet taken)
Basic Business Statistics 1B BBS112S Basic Business Statistics 1A
Introduction to Political Science IPS0100 None
Communication Skills CSK0420 Language in Practice B
And any ONE of the following:
Business Accounting 1B BAC1200 None
Introduction to Human Resources
Management HRM122S None
NOTE: Candidates may apply for exemption from Basic Mathematics if they have
obtained at least a B symbol on Ordinary level Mathematics or equivalent.

Second Year (Not available from 2011)
Semester 3
Principles of Information Systems 1A PIS121D None
Public Human Resources Management PHR211S Introduction to Public Management
Regional & Local Government RLG211S Introduction to Public Management
Professional Writing PFW0520 Communication Skills
And any ONE of the following:
Intermediate Microeconomics IME211S Principles of Economics 1A
Business Accounting 2A BAC211S Business Accounting 1A & 1B
Organisational Behaviour ORB211S Intro to Psychology of Human
Resources and Introduction to
Human Resources Management
Semester 4
Principles of Information Systems 1B PIS122D Principles of Information Systems 1A
Public Financial Management PFM212S Public Management in Namibia
Regional & Local Government
in Namibia RLG212S Regional & Local Government
Professional Communication PFC0620 Communication Skills
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And any ONE of the following:
Intermediate Macroeconomics IME212S Principles of Economics 1B
Business Accounting 2B BAC212S Business Accounting 1A&1B
Organisational Management ORM212S Intro to Psychology of Human
Resources and Introduction to
Human Resources Management
Third Year - National Diploma in Public Management ( Not available from 2012)
Semester 5
Public Policy PBP311S Public Management in Namibia
Law for Public Managers 1A LPM111S None
Development Management DMA111S Introduction to Public Management
International Relations & Organisations IRO311S None
And any ONE of the following:
Applied Economic Policy Analysis AEP311S Intermediate Microeconomics &
Macroeconomics
Financial Management 1A NFM111S Business Accounting 2A & 2B
Human Resources Staffng HRS311S Organisational Behaviour and
Organisational Management
Semester 6
Organisational Theories OTP112S Introduction to Public Management
Law for Public Managers 1B LPM112S None
Comparative Local Government CLG112S Regional & Local Government
And any ONE of the following:
International Trade ITT312S Principles of Economics 1A
Financial Management 1B NFM112S Business Accounting 2A & 2B
Employee Health & Safety EHS312S Organisational Behaviour and
Organisational Management

Fourth Year - Bachelor of Technology (with Development Management Specialisation)
(Available until 2016)
Semester 7
Comparative Public Management CPM411S Public Management in Namibia
Project Planning and Management PPM411S None
Research Methodology RMA411S None
And any TWO of the following:
Economics of Namibia and
SACU Countries 4A ECN411S None
Regional Development Planning RDP411S Regional and Local Government
Management of Public Enterprises MPE411S Public Management in Namibia
Governance and Politics in Africa GPA411S Introduction to Political Science
NOTE: Vacation Schools are compulsory for students enrolled for Research
Methodology
Semester 8
Ethics and Accountability ETA412S None
Research Project RPB412S Research Methodology
And any THREE of the following:
Economics of Namibia and
SACU Countries 4B ECN412S None
Advanced Development Management ADM412S Development Management
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Community Development Management CDM422S Regional and Local Government
Public Private Partnership Management PPM412S Public Management in Namibia
NOTE: Vacation Schools are compulsory for students enrolled for Research Project
NOTE: Students who wish to register for Advanced Development Management must
take note that the prerequisite for the course is Development Management. However,
students may register concurrently for Development Management and the B.Tech level
courses.
Fourth Year - Bachelor of Technology (with Regional and Local Government
Specialisation) (Available until 2016)
Semester 7
Comparative Public Management CPM411S Public Management in Namibia
Project Planning and Management PPM411S None
Research Methodology RMA411S None
And any TWO of the following:
Regional and Local Government
Finance LGP411S Regional and Local Government
Regional Development Planning RDP411S Regional and Local Government
Governance & Politics in Africa GPA411S Introduction to Political Science
NOTE: Vacation Schools are compulsory for students enrolled for Research Methodology
Semester 8
Ethics and Accountability ETA412S None
Research Project RPB412S Research Methodology
And any THREE of the following:
Regional and Local Government
Personnel LGP412S Regional and Local Government
Community Development Management CDM422S Regional and Local Government
Environmental Management EMA412S None
Advanced Development Management ADM412S Development Management
Public Private Partnership Management PPM412S Public Management in Namibia
NOTE: Vacation Schools are compulsory for students enrolled for Research Project
Additional Admission Requirements
Students who have completed the National Diploma: Public Administration at the Polytechnic of
Namibia or other recognised tertiary institution may register for the B.Tech: Public Management
provided they also register for the following non-diploma courses. Students may register
concurrently for both the B.Tech: Public Management courses and these non-diploma courses.
Semester 7 (non-diploma courses)
Regional and Local Government RLG211S Introduction to Public Management
Computer User Skills CUS411S None
Professional Communication PFC0620 Communication Skills
Basic Business Statistics 1A BBS111S Introduction to Mathematics
(Business & Management) / Basic
Mathematics or Grade 12 symbol
B or better
Basic Mathematics BMS411S None
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Semester 8 (non-diploma courses)
Computer User Skills (if not yet taken) CUS411S None
Professional Communication PFC0620 Communication Skills
(if not yet taken)
Basic Business Statistics 1B BBS112S Basic Business Statistics 1A
Basic Mathematics (if not yet taken) BMS411S None
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ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE
BACHELOR OF ACCOUNTING (GENERAL) 06DPAF
(Phased in 2012)
NQF Level: 7 NQF Credits: 398 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0300
Description
The Bachelor of Accounting (General) is intended for students who wish to pursue careers
in any of the sub-systems of the accounting function, including auditing and taxation. The
degree represents a coherent introduction to the broad knowledge, concepts and problem-
solving techniques in the areas of Management Accounting, Financial Accounting, Taxation
and Auditing. Students will have the opportunity to develop the required cognitive/intellectual
skills, practical skills and key transferable skills, and apply these to complex accounting issues
in the context of an organisation.
The Bachelor of Accounting (General) specifcally aims at:
providing students with a sound foundation in the fundamental concepts, theories and
frameworks of the four sub-systems of accounting;
developing the ability of students to analyse information from a wide range of sources;
equipping students with the requisite skills to work effectively as individuals and as
members of a team;
enabling students to communicate effectively in the workplace.
The programme also intends to provide a diverse range of skills and competencies that are
both discipline-specifc and job-related and facilitates the development of highly generic
cognitive and intellectual skills that would enable graduates to apply their knowledge and
learnt competencies to the practices of Financial and Management Accounting, taking into
consideration international generally accepted accounting practices.
The Diploma in Accounting and Finance, as a frst exit level, prepares students for self-directed
application of knowledge and skills in dealing with accounting issues in different types of
organisations including manufacturing concerns.
Admission Requirements
Candidates may be admitted to this programme if they meet the General Admission
Requirements of the Polytechnic of Namibia and comply with the additional requirements below:
a minimum of 30 points based on the Polytechnic Admission Point System, using a
combination of NSSC Ordinary Level and/or NSSC Higher Level subjects, with at least a
D symbol at NSSC Ordinary Level in English and at least a C symbol at NSSC Ordinary
Level in Mathematics.
Candidates who meet the Mature Age Entry requirements of the Polytechnic of Namibia may
be considered, but will be required to comply with the additional requirements below:
Obtain at least 50% for the English profciency test and 60% for the Mathematics
profciency test.
Articulation Arrangements
Transfer of credits will be dealt with according to the Polytechnics regulations on Recognition
of Prior Learning. These provide for course-by-course credits as well as credit transfer by
volume under certain academic conditions.
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Subject to the minimum requirements, graduates of the Bachelor of Accounting (General) will
ordinarily be able to pursue further studies at NQF Level 8 by enrolling for the Bachelor of
Accounting Honours degree or gain admission to professional examinations for the Association
of Chartered Certifed Accountants (ACCA), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
(CIMA) and the Institute of Chartered Secretaries Southern Africa (ICSA).
CURRICULUM
DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE 06DPAF
NQF Level: 6 NQF Credits: 262 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0299

First Year (Phased in 2012)
Semester 1
Course Course Prerequisites NQF NQF
Code Title Level Credits
FAC511S Financial Accounting 101 None 5 12
QTM511S Quantitative Methods None 5 12
PMI511S Principles of Microeconomics None 5 12
CML111S Commercial Law 1A None 5 12
CUS411S Computer User Skills None 4 10
LIP411S Language in Practice None 4 NCB
Semester 2
FAC512S Financial Accounting 102 Financial Acc 101 5 12
CMA512S Cost & Management Accounting 101 Financial Acc 101 5 12
BLW512S Business Law (Acc & Fin) Commercial Law 1A 5 12
PMA512S Principles of Macroeconomics None 5 12
EPR511S English in Practice Language in Practice or
equivalent 5 NCB
BSC410S Basic Science None 4 8
Second Year (Phased in 2013)
Semester 3
FAC611S Financial Accounting 201 Financial Accounting 101
& 102 6 13
CMA611S Cost & Management Accounting 201Cost & Man Acc 101 6 13
CPL511S Company Law Business Law (Acc & Fin) 5 12
IMI611S Intermediate Microeconomics Principles of
Microeconomics 6 13
EAP511S English for Academic Purposes English in Practice,
or equivalent 5 14
BMI511S Introduction to Business
Management None 5 10
Semester 4
FAC612S Financial Accounting 202 Financial Accounting 101
& 102 6 13
CMA612S Cost & Management Accounting 202 Cost & Man Acc 201 6 13
TAX612S Taxation 200 Financial Accounting 201 6 12
AUD612S Auditing 200 Financial Accounting 201 6 12
IMA612S Intermediate Macroeconomics Principles of Economics 1B/
Principles of
Macroeconomics 6 13
ICT521S Information Competence None 5 10
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BACHELOR OF ACCOUNTING (GENERAL) 07BACG
NQF Level: 7 NQF Credits: 398 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0300
Third Year (Phased in 2014)
Semester 5
GFA711S Financial Accounting 310 Financial Acc 201 & 202 7 14
GMA711S Management Accounting 310 Cost & Man Acc 201 & 202 7 14
GTA711S Taxation 310 Taxation 200 7 14
GAU711S Auditing 310 Auditing 200 7 14
CIS610S Contemporary Issues None 6 12
Semester 6
GFA712S Financial Accounting 320 Financial Accounting 201
& 202 7 14
MAF411S Managerial Finance 411 Financial Accounting 201
& 202 and Quantitative
Methods 7 15
CAC710S Computerised Accounting 301 Financial Acc 201 & 202 7 15
WIL711S Work Integrated Learning All core courses in
Accounting and Finance
up to Semester 4 7 24
Assessment Strategies
Students will be assessed through continuous and summative assessment. These assessments
will focus on the achievement of qualifcation outcomes and take the form of problem-solving
exercises, case studies, report writing, practical application of skills and competencies, tutorials
and questioning (tests and/or examinations).
Students will write tests/assignments and an end-of-semester examination in each course
during which their knowledge and understanding of selected course content, their application
of concepts and principles, as well as their ability to integrate the contents of different course
topics and even different courses (i.e. disciplines) will be assessed. The continuous assessment
is made up of at least two class tests and/or assignments and shall depend on the mode of
study. Continuous assessment and the end-of-semester examination will contribute as follows
to the fnal mark for all core courses in Accounting and Finance:
Full-time and Part-time modes:
Continuous assessment: 40% of the fnal mark
Final examination: 60% of the fnal mark
Distance mode:
Continuous Assessment: 30% of the fnal mark
Final examination: 70% of the fnal mark
A candidate will gain admission to the examination by obtaining a continuous assessment
mark of at least 40%. In order to pass a course, students need a fnal mark of at least 50%
subject to a sub-minimum of 40% in the examination.
Due to the highly technical/practical nature of the accounting sub-systems and the constantly
changing International Accounting standards, candidates will only be allowed one supplementary
(2nd opportunity) examination. There will not be any further opportunities.
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Assessment for WIL
A report shall be structured by the Departmental Co-ordinator indicating the tasks that
will be performed in specifc work places in collaboration with Director of the Centre for
Cooperative Education (CCE) and the representative of the selected organisation.
Students are prepared for WIL by the CCE (both the selected organisation and PON
requirements shall be discussed and agreed upon during such sessions).
Industry visits are done by the Director and the Departmental Representative to ensure
that the agreed tasks are assigned to students and also to monitor each students
progress.
Students shall write reports that are presented to the selected organisation and PON
representatives in addition to completing the report.
Upon completion of WIL the assessment results shall be as follows:
Basis %
Report 50
Visit by Departmental Representative to monitor and mentor students 10
Mentor 20
Presentation 20
Total 100

Transition Arrangements
The Bachelor of Technology in Accounting and Finance (old curriculum) will be phased out
systematically until the end of 2017 with minimum disruption to existing students learning
progression. The last intake of 1st years for the existing programme (old curriculum) was in
January 2011 and the fnal date for complete phasing out of the current National Diploma is
December 2015. Students will only be allowed to register for the 4th year of the B.Tech. (old
curriculum) until 2015 to ensure they have suffcient time to complete the programme by 2017.
Students who are registered in 2011 for the 1st year of the current programme (old curriculum),
and who wish to transfer to the new programme, and students who fail more than 50% of
the courses at the end of the year (2011), will be required to change their registration to the
new programme and will be granted credits on a course-by-course basis in accordance with
information in Table 1 below.
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Table 1: Courses to be credited
Bachelor of Accounting (General)
(Corresponding New/Revised Courses)
B Tech in Accounting and Finance
(Old Courses)
Financial Accounting 101 Financial Accounting 1A
Financial Accounting 102 Financial Accounting 1B & 2A
Quantitative Methods Quantitative Methods 1 & 2A
Business Law (Acc & Fin) Commercial Law 1B & Company Law 1A
English in Practice Language in Practice B
English for Academic Purposes Communication Skills
Computer User Skills Computer User Skills or
Principles of Info Systems 1A + 1B
The Bachelor of Accounting (General) will take effect from January 2012 for all frst year
students and will be completely phased in by 2014. Courses will only be offered based on
the new/revised syllabi in 2012 (1st year), 2013 (2nd year) and 2014 (3rd year). Students
who are admitted into the examination for courses on the old curriculum will be granted two
opportunities (1st & 2nd opportunities) to pass such courses (there will be no retention of
semester marks after that).
The deadline for complete phasing out of the current National Diploma is 2015 while the 4th
year of the B. Tech will be completely phased out by 2017. Students must automatically switch
to the new programme after these dates.
Students who fail any of the courses in the old curriculum during the phasing out period will be
required to repeat such courses based on the syllabi of new/revised corresponding courses.
Please refer to Table 2, below, for detailed information on the new/revised corresponding
courses to be done if courses on the old curriculum are failed.
Table 2: Corresponding Courses (if Failed)
B Tech in Accounting and Finance
(Failed Courses)
Bachelor of Accounting (General)
(Corresponding Courses)
Financial Accounting 1A Financial Accounting 101
Financial Accounting 1B Financial Accounting 102
Financial Accounting 2A Financial Accounting 201
Financial Accounting 2B Financial Accounting 202
Cost & Management Accounting 2A Cost & Management Accounting 101
Cost & Management Accounting 2B Cost & Management Accounting 201
Commercial Law 1B & Company Law 1A Business Law (Acc & Fin)
Company Law 1B Company Law
Quantitative Methods 1 Quantitative Methods
Please Note: Table 2, above, only highlights new/revised core courses in Accounting and
Finance that should be done if courses on the old Bachelor of Technology curriculum are failed.
Service courses from other Departments are excluded, but the rules of relevant Departments
apply to this programme as well.
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BACHELOR OF ACCOUNTING (CHARTERED ACCOUNTANCY) 06BACP
(Phased in 2012)
NQF Level: 7 NQF Credits: 409 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0301
Description
The Bachelor of Accounting (Chartered Accountancy) is intended for students who wish to
pursue careers in any of the sub-systems of the accounting function, including auditing and
taxation. The degree represents a coherent introduction to the broad knowledge, concepts and
problem-solving techniques in the areas of Management Accounting, Financial Accounting,
Taxation and Auditing. Students will have the opportunity to develop the required cognitive/
intellectual skills, practical skills and key transferable skills, and apply these to complex
accounting issues in the context of an organisation.
The Bachelor of Accounting (Chartered Accountancy) specifcally aims at:
providing students with a sound foundation in the fundamental concepts, theories and
frameworks of the four sub-systems of accounting;
developing the ability of students to analyse information from a wide range of sources;
equipping students with the requisite skills to work effectively as individuals and as
members of a team;
enabling students to communicate effectively in the workplace.
The programme also intends to provide a diverse range of skills and competencies that are
both discipline-specifc and job-related and facilitates the development of highly generic
cognitive and intellectual skills that would enable graduates to apply their knowledge and
learnt competencies to the practices of Financial and Management Accounting, taking into
consideration international generally accepted accounting practices.
The Diploma in Accounting and Finance, as a frst exit level, prepares students for self-directed
application of knowledge and skills in dealing with accounting issues in different types of
organisations including manufacturing concerns.
Admission Requirements
Candidates may be admitted to this programme if they meet the General Admission
Requirements of the Polytechnic of Namibia and comply with the additional requirements below:
a minimum of 30 points based on the Polytechnic Admission Point System, using a
combination of NSSC Ordinary Level and/or NSSC Higher Level subjects, with at least a
D symbol at NSSC Ordinary Level in English and at least a C symbol at NSSC Ordinary
Level in Mathematics.
Candidates who meet the Mature Age Entry requirements of the Polytechnic of Namibia
may be considered, but will be required to comply with the additional requirements below:
Obtain at least 50% for the English profciency test and 60% for the Mathematics
profciency test.
Requirements for Qualifcation
The Bachelor of Accounting (Chartered Accountancy) will be awarded to candidates credited
with a minimum of 409 NQF credits and who have met the detailed programme/qualifcation
requirements as set out below. In addition, students should meet the administrative and fnancial
requirements spelt out in the Yearbook (Part 1) of the Polytechnic of Namibia.
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To enter the fnal year of the Bachelor of Accounting (Chartered Accountancy) students must
pass the following courses with a minimum average of 60% in the same examination session
(including a 2nd opportunity):
Financial Accounting 202, Cost & Management Accounting 202, Auditing 200 and Taxation
200.
Students who do not meet this requirement will be able to pursue their studies by following
the Bachelor of Accounting (General) stream.
This programme has one major subject/cognate area of learning, i.e. Accounting, that is
developed in increasing complexity across relevant NQF levels in accordance with NQF
principles as follows:
Table 1
Course NQF Level
Financial Accounting 101 5
Financial Accounting 102 5
Cost & Management Accounting 101 5
Taxation 200 6
Auditing 200 6
Financial Accounting 201 6
Financial Accounting 202 6
Cost & Management Accounting 201 6
Cost & Management Accounting 202 6
Financial Accounting 301 7
Financial Accounting 302 7
Management Accounting 301 7
Managerial Finance 7
Taxation 301 7
Taxation 302 7
Auditing 301 7
Auditing 302 7
Computerised Accounting 301 7
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The detailed requirements for the programme are as follows:
CURRICULUM
DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE 06DPAF
NQF Level: 6 NQF Credits: 262 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0299
First Year (Phased in 2012)
Semester 1
Course Course Prerequisites NQF NQF
Code Title Level Credits
FAC511S Financial Accounting 101 None 5 12
QTM511S Quantitative Methods None 5 12
PMI511S Principles of Microeconomics None 5 12
CML111S Commercial Law 1A None 5 12
CUS411S Computer User Skills None 4 10
LIP411S Language in Practice None 4 NCB
Semester 2
FAC512S Financial Accounting 102 Financial Acc 101 5 12
CMA512S Cost & Management Accounting 101 Financial Acc 101 5 12
BLW512S Business Law (Acc & Fin) Commercial Law 1A 5 12
PMA512S Principles of Macroeconomics None 5 12
EPR511S English in Practice Language in Practice,
or equivalent 5 NCB
BSC410S Basic Science None 4 8
Second Year (Phased in 2013)
Semester 3
FAC611S Financial Accounting 201 Financial Accounting 101
& 102 6 13
CMA611S Cost & Management Accounting 201 Cost & Management
Accounting 101 6 13
CPL511S Company Law Business Law (Acc & Fin) 5 12
IMI611S Intermediate Microeconomics Principles of
Microeconomics 6 13
EAP511S English for Academic Purposes English in Practice, or
equivalent 5 14
BMA121S Introduction to Business Management None 5 10
Semester 4
FAC612S Financial Accounting 202 Financial Accounting 101 &
102 6 13
CMA612S Cost & Management Accounting 202 Cost & Management
Accounting 201 6 13
TAX612S Taxation 200 Financial Accounting 201 6 12
AUD612S Auditing 200 Financial Accounting 201 6 12
IMA612S Intermediate Macroeconomics Principles of Macroeconomics 6 13
ICT521S Information Competence None 5 10
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BACHELOR OF ACCOUNTING (CHARTERED ACCOUNTING) 07BACP
NQF Level: 7 NQF Credits: 409 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0301
Third Year (Phased in 2014)
Semester 5
PFA711S Financial Accounting 301 Financial Accounting 201
& 202 7 15
PMA711S Management Accounting 301 Cost & Management
Accounting 201 & 202 7 15
PTA711S Taxation 301 Taxation 200 7 15
PAU711S Auditing 301 Auditing 200 7 15
CAC710S Computerised Accounting 301 Financial Accounting 201
& 202 7 15
Semester 6
PFA712S Financial Accounting 302 Financial Accounting 201
& 202 7 15
MAF411S Managerial Finance 411 Financial Accounting 201
& 202
& Quantitative Methods 7 15
PTA712S Taxation 302 Taxation 301 7 15
PAU712S Auditing 302 Auditing 301 7 15
CIS610S Contemporary Issues None 6 12
Assesment Strategies
Students will be assessed through continuous and summative assessment. These assessments
will focus on the achievement of qualifcation outcomes and take the form of problem-solving
exercises, case studies, report writing, practical application of skills and competencies, tutorials
and questioning (tests and/or examinations).
Students will write tests/assignments and an end-of-semester examination in each course
during which their knowledge and understanding of selected course content, their application
of concepts and principles, as well as their ability to integrate the contents of different course
topics and even different courses (i.e. disciplines) will be assessed. The continuous assessment
is made up of at least two class tests and/or assignments including an assessment of attendance
of classes and/or tutorials depending on the mode of study. Continuous assessment and the
end-of-semester examination will contribute as follows to the fnal mark for all core courses
in Accounting and Finance:
Full-time and Part-time modes:
Continuous Assessment: 40% of the fnal mark
Final examination: 60% of the fnal mark
Distance mode:
Continuous Assessment: 30% of the fnal mark
Final examination: 70% of the fnal mark
A candidate will gain admission to the examination by obtaining a continuous assessment
mark of at least 40%. In order to pass a course, students need a fnal mark of at least 50%
subject to a sub-minimum of 40% in the examination.
Due to the highly technical/practical nature of the accounting sub-systems and the
constantly changing International Accounting Standards, candidates will only be allowed one
supplementary (2nd opportunity) examination. A candidate must obtain a sub-minimum of at
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least 40% in the examination for all the level 7 courses in order to qualify for a 2nd opportunity
examination. There will not be any further opportunities.
Transition Arrangements
The Bachelor of Technology in Accounting and Finance (old curriculum) will be phased out
systematically until the end of 2017 with minimum disruption to existing students learning
progression. The last intake of 1st years for the existing programme (old curriculum) was in
January 2011 and the fnal date for complete phasing out of the current National Diploma is
December 2015. Students will only be allowed to register for the 4th year of the B. Tech. (old
curriculum) until 2015 to ensure they have suffcient time to complete the programme by 2017.
Students who are registered in 2011 for the 1st year of the current programme (old curriculum)
and who wish to transfer to the new programme, and students who fail more than 50% of
the courses at the end of the year (2011), will be required to change their registration to the
new programme and will be granted credits on a course-by-course basis in accordance with
information in Table 1 below.
Table 1 Courses to be credited
Bachelor of Accounting
(Chartered Accountancy)
(Corresponding New/Revised Courses)
B Tech in Accounting and Finance
(Old Courses)
Financial Accounting 101 Financial Accounting 1A
Financial Accounting 102 Financial Accounting 1B & 2A
Quantitative Methods Quantitative Methods 1 & 2A
Business Law (Acc & Fin) Commercial Law 1B & Company Law 1A
English in Practice Language in Practice B
English for Academic Purposes Communication Skills
Computer User Skills Computer User Skills or Principles of Info
Systems 1A & 1B
The Bachelor of Accounting (Chartered Accountancy) will take effect from January 2012 for
all frst year students and will be completely phased in by 2014. Courses will only be offered
based on the new/revised syllabi in 2012 (1st year), 2013 (2nd year) and 2014 (3rd year).
Students who are admitted into the examination for courses on the old curriculum will be
granted two opportunities (1st & 2nd opportunities) to pass such courses (there will be no
retention of semester marks after that).
The deadline for complete phasing out of the current National Diploma is 2015 while the 4th
year of the B. Tech will be completely phased out by 2017. Students must automatically switch
to the new programme after these dates.
Students who fail any of the courses in the old curriculum during the phasing out period will be
required to repeat such courses based on the syllabi of new/revised corresponding courses.
Please refer to Table 2, below, for detailed information on the new/revised corresponding
courses to be done if courses on the old curriculum are failed.
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Table 2: Corresponding Courses (if Failed)
B Tech in Accounting and Finance
(Failed Courses)
Bachelor of Accounting (Chartered Acc)
(Corresponding Courses)
Financial Accounting 1A Financial Accounting 101
Financial Accounting 1B Financial Accounting 102
Financial Accounting 2A Financial Accounting 201
Financial Accounting 2B Financial Accounting 202
Cost & Management Accounting 2A Cost & Management Accounting 101
Cost & Management Accounting 2B Cost & Management Accounting 201
Commercial Law 1B & Company Law 1A Business Law (Acc & Fin)
Company Law 1B Company Law
Quantitative Methods 1 Quantitative Methods
Please Note: Table 2, above, only highlights new/revised core courses in Accounting and
Finance that should be done if courses on the old Bachelor of Technology curriculum are failed.
Service courses from other Departments are excluded, but the rules of relevant Departments
apply to this programme as well.
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BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY IN ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE 23BACF
Additional Admission Requirements: The prospective student must have passed
Mathematics OR Accounting at Grade 12 or an equivalent level.
CURRICULUM
First Year - National Certifcate in Accounting and Finance (Not available from 2012)
Semester 1
Course Title Course Code Prerequisites
Introduction to Mathematics ITM111S None
Financial Accounting 1A FAC111S Grade12 Accounting/ Mathematics
Principles of Economics 1A PEC111S None
Computer User Skills CUS411S None
Commercial Law 1A CML111S None
Communication Skills CSK0420 Language in Practice B
NOTE: Candidates may apply for exemption from Introduction to Mathematics (Business
& Management) if they have obtained at least a B symbol on Ordinary level Mathematics
or equivalent.
Semester 2
Introduction to Mathematics ITM111S None
(if not yet taken)
Quantitative Methods 1 QTM112S Introduction to Mathematics
Financial Accounting 1B FAC112S Financial Accounting 1A
Principles of Economics 1B PEC112S None
Computer User Skills (if not yet taken) CUS411S None
Commercial Law 1B CML112S Commercial Law 1A
English for Academic Purposes EAP511S Language in Practice B/English
(if not yet taken) in Practice
NOTE: Candidates may apply for exemption from Introduction to Mathematics (Business
& Management) if they have obtained at least a B symbol on Ordinary level Mathematics
or equivalent.
Second Year (Not available from 2013)
Semester 3
Financial Accounting 2A FAC211S Financial Accounting 1A & 1B
Quantitative Methods 2A QTM211S Quantitative Methods 1
Cost and Management Accounting 2A CMA211S Financial Accounting 1A & 1B
Company Law 1A CLW111S Commercial Law 1A & 1B
Introduction to Business Management BMA121S None

Semester 4
Financial Accounting 2B FAC212S Financial Accounting 1A & 1B
Quantitative Methods 2B QTM212S Quantitative Methods 1
Cost and Management Accounting 2B CMA212S Cost and Management Accounting 2A
Company Law 1B CLW112S Company Law 1A
Business Ethics & Leadership BEL112S None
Third Year - National Diploma in Accounting and Finance
Semester 5 (Available until 2015)
Financial Accounting 3A FAC311S Financial Accounting 2A & 2B
Cost and Management Accounting 3A CMA311S Cost & Management Accounting 2A
& 2B
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Taxation 3A TAX311S Financial Accounting 2A & 2B
Auditing 3A AUD311S Financial Accounting 2A & 2B
Computerised Accounting 1 CAC111S Financial Accounting 2A & 2B
NOTE: Vacation Schools are compulsory for students enrolled for Computerised
Accounting 1. Computerised Accounting 1 is offered as a year course on the distance
education mode and is studied over two semesters.
Semester 6
Financial Accounting 3B FAC312S Financial Accounting 2A & 2B
Cost and Management Accounting 3B CMA312S Cost & Management Accounting 2A & 2B
Taxation 3B TAX312S Taxation 3A
Auditing 3B AUD312S Auditing 3A
Fourth Year - Bachelor of Technology (Last intake 2015. Available until 2017)
Additional Admission Requirements: Diploma in Accounting or equivalent
Semester 7
Financial Accounting 4 FAC411S Financial Accounting 3A & 3B
Accounting Information Systems 4 AIS811S Computer User Skills
Management Accounting & Control 4A MAC411S Cost and Management Accounting
3A & 3B
Managerial Finance 4A MAF411S Financial Accounting 2A & 2B
Quantitative Methods 2A & 2B
Research Methodology RMA411S None
NOTE: Vacation Schools are compulsory for students enrolled for Research Methodology
Semester 8
Management Accounting & Control 4B MAC412S Cost and Management Accounting
3A & 3B
Managerial Finance 4B MAF412S Financial Accounting 2A & 2B
Quantitative Methods 2A & 2B
Research Project RPB412S Research Methodology
Financial Accounting 4 FAC411S Financial Accounting 3A & 3B
(if not yet taken)
Accounting Information Systems 4 AIS811S Computer User Skills
(if not yet taken)
NOTE: Vacation Schools are compulsory for students enrolled for Research Project
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BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT 07BBMA
(Revised Programme) (Phased in 2014)
Description
The programme is designed to be at NQF Level 7 worth a total of 369 credits.
This programme will be offered on the full-time, part-time and distance modes of study.
Admission Requirements
Candidates may be admitted to this programme if they meet the General Admission
Requirements of the Polytechnic of Namibia (PoN) (GI2.1 in Part 1 of PoN Yearbook). In
addition, students should have a minimum E symbol in Grade 12/NSSCO Mathematics.
Mature age candidates will be considered provided they meet the requirements and pass
the mature age entrance examinations of the Polytechnic of Namibia (GI2.2 in Part 1 of PoN
Yearbook).
Transition Arrangements
The four-year Bachelor of Business Administration (old curriculum) will be phased out
systematically by 2020 with minimal disruption to existing students learning progression. The
last intake of 1st year students was in January 2013. Students will only be allowed to register
for the 4th year of the out-phasing programme (old curriculum) until January 2018 to ensure
they have suffcient time to complete the programme by 2020.
Students who are registered in 2013 for the 1st year of the out-phasing programme (old
curriculum), and who fail more than 50% of the courses at the end of 2013, will be required
to change their registration to the revised programme (new curriculum) and will be granted
credits on a course-by-course basis in accordance with information in Table 1 below.
The revised Bachelor of Business Management (new curriculum) takes effect from January
2014 and will be completely phased in by 2016. Courses will only be offered based on the
new/revised syllabi in 2014 (1st year), 2015 (2nd year) and 2016 (3rd year). Students who
are admitted into the examination for courses on the old curriculum will be granted only two
opportunities to pass such courses, consistent with the general rules of the institution. Students
who fail any of the courses on the old curriculum will be required to repeat such failed courses
based on the syllabi of new/revised corresponding courses. Please refer to Table 2, below,
for detailed information on the new/revised corresponding courses to be done if courses on
the old curriculum are failed.
The deadline for complete phasing out of the four-year Bachelor of Business Administration (old
curriculum) is 2020 after which students must automatically switch to the revised programme
(new curriculum) and fulfl all requirements based on the new curriculum.
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Table 1: Courses to be Credited
Course
Code
Bachelor of Business
Administration
(Old Courses)
Course
Code
Bachelor of Business
Management
(Equivalent New/Revised
Courses)
ITM111S Introduction to Mathematics ITM111S Introduction to Mathematics
CSK0420 Communication Skills EAP511S English for Academic Purposes
IME511S Introduction to Marketing and Its
Environment
None
PHR511S Introduction to Psychology of Human
Resources
None
IHR512S Introduction to Human Resources
Management
None
BAC1100 Business Accounting 1A BAC1100 Business Accounting 1A
BMA121S Introduction to Business
Management
BMI511S Introduction to Business
Management
BAC1200 Business Accounting 1B BAC1200 Business Accounting 1B
BEL112S Business Ethics and Leadership BBE612S Business Ethics
PWR611S Professional Writing None
MPS512S Marketing Principles MPS512S Marketing Principles
Table 2: Corresponding Courses (if Failed) This is not a Credit table
Course
Code
Bachelor of Business
Administration
(Old Courses)
Course
Code
Bachelor of Business
Management
(Corresponding New/Revised
Courses)
BMA121S Introduction to Business Management BMI511S Introduction to Business
Management
BEL112S Business Ethics and Leadership BBE612S Business Ethics
BSO221S Business Operations BOP611S Business Operations
BFS222S Business Finance BBF612S Business Finance
PSM322S Purchasing & Supply Management BPM611S Purchasing Management
SME322S Small & Medium Enterprise
Management
BEM711S Small & Medium Enterprise
Management
ENT321S Entrepreneurship ICE712S Innovation, Creativity &
Entrepreneurship
PRM422S Project Management BEP712S Small & Medium Enterprise
Projects
SBM421S Strategic Business Management:
Planning & Control
BES712S Small & Medium Enterprise
Strategy
Please Note:
Table 2 above only highlights new/revised core courses in Business Management that should
be done if courses on the old curriculum are failed. Service courses from other Departments are
excluded, but the rules of relevant Departments apply to this programme as well. The following
core courses in Business Administration which do not have corresponding new/revised courses
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in the new curriculum, will be offered until the old curriculum is phased out completely in 2020:
Business Logistics and Supply Chain Management (BLM322S);
International Business Management Planning (IBM421S);
International Business Management Analysis (IBM422S);
Research Methodology (RMA411S);
Research Project (RPB412S);
Strategic Business Management: Analysis & Decision (SBM422S).
CURRICULUM
First Year (Phased in 2014)
Semester 1
Course Title Course Code Prerequisite
Computer User Skills CUS411S None
Introduction to Mathematics ITM111S None
Principles of Microeconomics PMI511S None
Language in Practice LIP411S None
Business Accounting 1A BAC1100 None
Introduction to Business Management BMI511S None
Semester 2
Information Competence ICT521S None
English in Practice EPR511S Language in Practice, or Language
in Practice A, or Module 2, or
a minimum B in English as a second
language at NSSC Ordinary Level, or
NAMCOL English Communication
Modules 1-4
Principles of Macroeconomics PMA512S None
Business Accounting 1B BAC1200 Business Accounting 1A
Basic Science BSC410S None
Marketing Principles MPS512S None
Second Year
Semester 3
Basic Business Statistics 1A BBS111S Introduction to Mathematics or a B
symbol or better in Grade 12/NSSC
Mathematics
Commercial Law 1A CML111S None
Business Operations BOP611S None
Purchasing Management BPM611S None
Systems Thinking BST611S None
Semester 4
Commercial Law 1B CML112S Commercial Law 1A
English for Academic Purposes EAP511S English in Practice, or Language in
Practice B, or Module 3, or Exemption
Business Finance BBF612S None
Business Ethics BBE612S None
Basic Business Statistics 1B BBS112S Basic Business Statistics 1A
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Third Year
Semester 5
Small & Medium Enterprise Leadership BEL711S None
Small & Medium Enterprise
Management BEM711S None
Retail Management BRM711S None
Work Integrated Learning (WIL) BWI711S Pass in all core Business Management
courses up to semester four (4).
Semester 6
Innovation, Creativity &
Entrepreneurship ICE712S None
Quality Management Systems BQM612S None
Small & Medium Enterprise Strategy BES712S None
Small & Medium Enterprise Projects BEP712S None
Business Process Management BBP712S None
Contemporary Issues CIS610S None
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BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 21BBAD
(Phased in 2007 and Phasing out 2020)
The department introduced this Bachelor qualifcations for all its programmes in 2007. Old
programmes were phased out with effect from 2007. The frst year of old programmes were no
longer offered in 2007 and the second year of old programmes were no longer offered in 2008.
The third year were no longer offerred in 2009 and the fourth year were no longer offered in
2010. Students were required to transition to the new programmes as per the transition rules.

Special Academic Regulations
Progression Rule 1: There was a complete switch to the new curriculum as from 2007 for
only the new intake [frst year students], and from there onward the rest of the new Bachelor
curricula were systematically phased in while the old B-Tech programmes were systematically
phased out; with the year 2012 being the fnal date for the award of the B-Tech degree.
Progression Rule 2: A student might not be allowed to take a higher level course(s) above
his/her current level of study even if the course(s) in question have no prerequisite, and if such
courses cannot be offered to the student on genuine academic grounds.

Rules for the Award of the National Cerifcate in Business Studies
The new National Certifcate in Business Studies shall be awarded to students only after
successful completion and credit-passes for all common Business Management courses in
the frst year plus Computer User Skills and Principles of Economics 1A & 1B on the second
year level.

General Transition Rules
The general transition rules for all programmes are as follows:
1. All new enrolments as from 2007 started with the new curricula.
2. Second year students in 2007 who failed (i.e less than 50% of credits obtained) had
to switch to the new curricula in 2008.
3. Third year students in 2008 who failed (i.e. less than 50% of credits obtained) had to
switch to the new curricula in 2009.
4. Second year students in 2007 who have passed, continued with the old curricula, but
if such students failed any of the subjects/courses in the old curricula , such failed
subjects/courses in the old curricula were only offered on new syllabi and students had
to complete the new courses.
5. Third year students in 2008 who have passed, continued with the old curricula in 2009,
but if such students failed any of the subjects/courses in the old curricula, such failed
subjects/course in the old curricula were only offerred on new syllabi and students had
to complete the new courses.
6. Third and Fourth Year students in 2009 have to switch to the new curricula and must
be advised accordingly as to which courses to make-up from the new curricula.
7. The last date for completion of the old curricula is 2012, after which the students in the
old curricula must automatically switch to the new curricula and make up all outstanding
courses from the new curricula.
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8. Students who do not progress every year must switch to the new curricula and make
up all outstanding courses from the new curricula.
9. There is no retention of semester marks for courses of which the syllabi have changed.
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 21BBAD
(Phased in 2007 and Phasing out 2020)
Programme Transition Rules
Course(s) Failed Equivalent (New)
The transition rule was applicable as from 2007 for the courses listed below:
Business Management 1A & 1B Introduction to Business Management
Human Resources Management 1A Introduction to Psychology of Human Resources
Human Resources Management 1B Introduction to Human Resources Management
Marketing 1A Intro. to Marketing & its Environment
Marketing 1B Marketing Principles
The transition rule was applicable as from 2008 for the courses listed below:
Business Management 2A Business Operations
Business Management 2B Business Finance
The transition rule was applicable as from 2009 for the courses listed below:
Business Management 3A Purchasing and Supply Management
Business Management 3B Business Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Consumer and Buyer Behaviour 1A Consumer & Organisation Behaviour: Intro.
Consumer and Buyer Behaviour 1B Consumer & Organisation Behaviour: Analysis
Entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship
Small Business Management Small & Medium Enterprises Management

The transition rule was applicable as from 2010 for the courses listed below:
Business Management 4A Strategic Business Management:
Planning & Control
Business Management 4B Strategic Business Management:
Analysis & Decision
International Business Management 4A International Business Management:
Planning
International Business Management 4B International Business Management: Analysis
Project Management Project Management
Retail Business Management Retail Business Management
Advanced Organisational Development Organisational Development and
Change
Advanced Organisational Management Advanced Organisational Development
and Change
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CURRICULUM
First Year [National Certifcate in Business Studies (Phased in 2007) Replaced National
Certifcate Business Administration that was phased out at the end of 2006]
(Not available from 2014)
Semester 1
Course Title Course Code Prerequisite
Business Accounting 1A BAC1100 None
English for Academic Purposes EAP511S Language in Practice B
Introduction to Business Management BMA121S None
Introduction to Mathematics ITM111S None
(Business & Management)
Intro. to Marketing & its Environment IME511S None
Intro. to Psychology of Human PHR511S None
Resources
Semester 2
Business Accounting 1B BAC1200 None
Business Ethics & Leadership BEL112S None
Professional Writing PWR611S Communication Skills/English for
Academic Purposes
Introduction to Human Resources IHR512S None
Management
Introduction to Mathematics ITM111S None
(Business & Management)
(if not yet taken)
Marketing Principles MPS512S None
NOTE: Candidates may apply for exemption from Introduction to Mathematics (Business
& Management) if they have obtained at least a B symbol on Ordinary level Mathematics
(or equivalent)
Second Year (Phased in 2008) (Not available from 2015)
Semester 3
Business Accounting 2A BAC211S Business Accounting 1A & 1B
Basic Business Statistics 1A BBS111S Introduction to Mathematics
(Business & Management)
Business Operations BSO221S None
Professional Communication PCO611S Communication Skills
Principles of Microeconomics PMI511S None
Computer User Skills CUS411S None
Semester 4
Business Accounting 2B BAC212S Business Accounting 1A & 1B
Basic Business Statistics 1B BBS112S Basic Business Statistics 1A
Business Finance BFS222S None
Principles of Macroeconomics PMA512S None
Computer User Skills (if not yet taken) CUS411S None
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Third Year - National Diploma Business Administration (Phased in 2009) (Not available
from 2016)
Semester 5
Commercial Law 1A CML111S None
Consumer & Organisation Behaviour: COB321S Introduction to Marketing & its
Introduction Environment & Marketing Principles
Innovation, Creativity and ICE712S None
Enterpreneurship
Intermediate Microeconomics IMI611S Principles of Micro-Economics
Purchasing and Supply Management PSM321S Business Operations
NOTE: Business Simulation sessions are compulsory for students enrolled for
Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship.
Semester 6
Business Logistics and Supply BLM322S None
Chain Management
Commercial Law 1B CML112S Commercial Law 1A
Consumer & Organisation Behaviour: COB322S Introduction to Marketing & its
Analysis Environment and Marketing Principles
Intermediate Macroeconomics IMI612S Principles of Macro-Economics
Small & Medium Enterprises SME322S None
Management

Fourth Year - Bachelor of Business Administration (Phased in 2010)
Additional Admission Requirements:
Diploma in Business Administration or equivalent OR Students with the Old National Diploma
in Business Administration, and those with equivalent and non-equivalent National Diplomas
enrolling for the fnal stage of the Bachelor degree in the Business Administration programme,
must also register and pass all core courses as indicated below. However, the student can
apply for recognition of prior learning (RPL), where applicable.

National Diploma: Commerce: majored in Business Management up to 3rd year level
and either Economics, Communication Science or Financial Accounting: are required to
register and pass Small & Medium Enterprises Management 2nd Semester and Commercial
Law 1A & 1B.
National Diploma: Commerce: not majoring in Business Management up to 3rd year
level: are required to register and pass Introduction to Business Management , Business Ethics
& Leadership, Business Operations, Business Finance, Purchasing and Supply Management,
Business Logistics and Supply Chain Management , Small & Medium Enterprises Management
and Commercial Law 1A & 1B.
National Diploma: Information Administration/Offce Management and Technology: -
are required to register and pass Introduction to Business Management , Business Ethics &
Leadership, Business Operations, Business Finance, Purchasing and Supply Management,
Business Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Commercial Law 1A & 1B, Entrepreneurship,
Small & Medium Enterprises Management, Intro. to Marketing & its Environment, Marketing
Principles, Business Accounting 1A & 1B, Introduction to Mathematics and Basic Business
Statistics 1A & 1B, Principles of Economics 1A & 1B; Consumer & Organisation Behaviour:
Introduction, Consumer & Organisation Behaviour: Analysis.
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National Diploma: Marketing, Human Resource Management, Personnel Management,
Public Administration, Public Management and others: are required to register and
pass Intro. to Marketing & its Environment, Intro. to Psychology of Human Resources,
Introducation to Human Resources Management, Small & Medium Enterprises Management
, Introduction to Business Management , Business Ethics & Leadership, Business Operations,
Business Finance, Purchasing and Supply Management, Business Logistics and Supply
Chain Management, Commercial Law 1A & 1B, Business Accounting 1A & 1B, Consumer
& Organisation Behaviour: Introduction, Consumer & Organisation Behaviour: Analysis,
Principles of Economics 1A & 1B
(Individual assessment maybe called for)
All other diplomas shall be treated on a case by case basis by the Head of Department.
CURRICULUM
Semester 7
International Business Management IBM421S Purchasing and Supply
Planning Management & Business
Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Retail Business Management RBM421S Introduction to Marketing & its
Environment & Marketing Principles
Strategic Business Management: SBM421S Purchasing and Supply
Planning & Control Management & Business Logistics and
Supply Chain Management
Research Methodology RMA411S None
Semester 8
International Business Management IBM422S Purchasing and Supply
Analysis Management & Business Logistics
and Supply Chain Management
Project Management PRM422S None
Strategic Business Management: SBM422S Purchasing and Supply
Analysis & Decision Management & Business Logistics
and Supply Chain Management
Research Project RPB412S Research Methodology
NOTE: Vacation School are compulsory for students enrolled for Research
Methodology and Research Project.
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MARKETING
BACHELOR OF MARKETING 07BMAR
(New and revised Curriculum) (Phased in 2012)
NQF Level: 7 NQF Credits: 369 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0266
Description
The Bachelor of Marketing aims at producing marketing graduates who can competently
manage marketing and management related tasks and duties as well as make marketing
related decisions within the scope of their responsibilities. Graduates would be able to appraise
and manage the synergy between marketing and other functional areas of management in
an organisation.
The programme aims at equipping students with a diverse range of skills and competencies
that are marketing specifc and job related. Graduates will be able to use relevant marketing
information in the process of making effective and effcient marketing decisions, managing
themselves and others, and providing mentorship and coaching to subordinates.
The overall purpose of this programme is to produce graduates who are competent and
profcient in performing a wide spectrum of routine, complex and multi-dimensional marketing
and marketing-related tasks, duties and responsibilities and achieve reliable results with
minimal or no supervision.
Admission Requirements
Candidates may be considered for admission to this programme if they meet the General
Admission Requirements of the Polytechnic of Namibia (GI2.1 in Part 1 of the Yearbook). In
addition, candidates are required to have passed Mathematics with at least a D-symbol at
NSSC Ordinary Level or a 4 at NSSC Higher Level.
Mature age candidates will be considered provided they meet the requirements and pass
the mature age entrance examinations of the Polytechnic of Namibia (GI2.2 in Part 1 of the
Yearbook).
Students who completed qualifcations previously offered by the Department, i.e. Certifcates
in Sales, Business Studies and the Diploma in Marketing (phased out from 2006/07) who seek
admission into this revised Bachelor of Marketing programme may be granted credits on the
basis of information listed in the table below:
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S/N Certifcates in Selling, Business Studies and
Diploma in Marketing (old courses)
Bachelor of Marketing (new/
revised equivalent courses)
1 Introduction to Mathematics Introduction to Mathematics
2 Business Ethics and Leadership Business Ethics and Leadership
3 Professional Writing, English Communication Module
5
Professional Writing
4 Principles of Information System 1A and Principles of
Information System 1B
Computer User Skills
5 Principle of Economics 1A Principle of Economics 1A
6 Principle of Economics 1B Principle of Economics 1B
7 Basic Business Statistics 1A Basic Business Statistics 1A
8 Basic Business Statistics 1B Basic Business Statistics 1B
9 Practice of Selling 1A &1B or Principles of Selling Principles of Selling
10 Commercial Law 1A Commercial Law 1A
11 Commercial Law 1B Commercial Law 1B
12 Introduction to Marketing and its Environment Introduction to Marketing and its
Environment
13 Marketing Principles Marketing Principles
14 Introduction to Psychology of HR Introduction to Psychology of HR
15 Entrepreneurship Innovation, Creativity and
Entrepreneurship
16 Introduction to Business Management Introduction to Business
Management
Assessment Strategies
i. Special Assessment Rules:
All courses in this programme offered within the Department of Business Management
(Marketing) shall have a 50-50 ratio in terms of Continuous Assessments and the
fnal end-of-semester examination. An exception to rule is made for service courses
offered by other departments.
ii. All courses in the programme offered by the Department have diverse assessment
methods including open book tests and industry based projects.
iii. Assessment for Marketing-WIL: A portfolio shall be structured by the departmental
co-ordinator indicating the tasks that will be performed in specifc work places in
collaboration with Director of the Centre for Cooperative Education and the companys
representative.
Students are prepared for WIL by the Centre for Cooperative Education, i.e. the
industry requirements and PON requirements are discussed and agreed upon.
Industry visits are done by the Director and the Departmental Representative to ensure
that the agreed tasks are assigned to students and also to monitor students progress.
Students write reports that are presented to the Industry and PON representatives in
addition to completing the portfolio.
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Upon completion of WIL the assessment results will be as follows:
50% Portfolio
10% Visit by Departmental Representative to monitor and mentor students
20% Mentor
20% Presentation
Transition Arrangements:
The current four-year Bachelor of Marketing (old curriculum) will be phased out systematically
until 2018 with minimal disruption to existing students learning progression. The last intake of
1st year students for the existing programme (old curriculum) was in January 2011. Students
will only be allowed to register for the 4th year of the current programme until January 2016
to ensure they have suffcient time to complete the programme by 2018.
Students who are registered in 2011 for the 1st year of the current programme (old curriculum),
and who fail more than 50% of the courses at the end of the year, will be required to change
their registration to the new programme and will be granted credits on a course-by-course
basis in accordance with information in Table 1 below.
Table 1 Courses to be Credited
Course
Code
Bachelor of Marketing (Old
Courses)
Course
Code
Bachelor of Marketing
(Equivalent New/Revised
Courses)
MAR121S Introduction to Marketing and Its
environment
IME511S Introduction to Marketing and Its
environment
MAR122S Marketing Principles MPS512S Marketing Principles
ITM111S Introduction to Mathematics ITM111S Introduction to Mathematics
BMA121S Introduction to Business Management BMA121S Introduction to Business
Management
BEL122S Business Ethics and Leadership BEL122S Business Ethics and Leadership
PHR511S Introduction to Psychology of Human
Resources
PHR511S Introduction to Psychology of HR
CSK0420 Communication Skills CSK0420 Communication Skills
PRW0520 Professional Writing PRW0520 Professional Writing
The revised three-year Bachelor of Marketing (new curriculum) took effect from January
2012 and will be completely phased in by 2014. Courses will only be offered based on the
new/revised syllabi in 2012 (1st year), 2013 (2nd year) and 2014 (3rd year). Students who
are admitted into the examination for courses on the old curriculum will be granted only two
opportunities to pass such courses (there will be no retention of semester marks). Students
who fail any of the courses on the old curriculum will be required to repeat such failed courses
based on the syllabi of new/revised corresponding courses. Please refer to Table 2, below,
for detailed information on the new/revised corresponding courses to be done if courses on
the old curriculum are failed.
The deadline for complete phasing out of the existing four-year Bachelor of Marketing (old
curriculum) is 2018 after which students must automatically switch to the new programme and
fulfl all requirements based on the new curriculum.
As from 2012, students who are registered for the 2nd and 3rd year of the current programme
(old curriculum) and who opt to change registration to the 3-year Bachelor of Marketing (new
curriculum) will be granted credits on a course-by-course basis, but will be required to complete
Institutional core courses and other requirements based on the new curriculum.
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While students who are registered for the current programme (old curriculum), but might have
had interruptions in the progress of their studies, and would like to continue, will be evaluated
on a case-by-case basis.
Table 2 Corresponding Courses (if Failed)-This is not a credit table!!
Course
Code
Bachelor of Marketing
(Old Courses)
Course
Code
Bachelor of Marketing
(Corresponding New/Revised
Courses to be Done, if Failed)
MAR121S Introduction to Marketing and Its
environment
IME511S Introduction to Marketing and Its
Environment
MAR122S Marketing Principles MPS512S Marketing Principles
POS221S Principles of Selling POS611S Principles of Selling
SSM221S Services Marketing SOM611S Services and Organisation
Marketing
SOM222S Sales and Operations Management SOT612S Sales and Operations
Management
MCS322S Marketing Communications Strategy MLY612S Marketing Communications
Strategy
COB321S
AND
COB322S
Consumer & Organisation Behaviour:
Introduction and Consumer &
Organisation Behaviour: Analysis
CAO712S Consumer & Organisation
Buying Behaviour:
MPM322S Marketing and Product Management MBM712S Marketing and Brand
Management
MRI321S Marketing Research & Market
Intelligence
MRM711S Marketing Research & Market
Intelligence
EWM321S e-Marketing & Web Management EWB711S Electronic & Web-Based
Marketing
Please Note:
Table 2, above, only highlights new/revised core courses in Marketing that should be done if
courses on the old curriculum are failed. Service courses from other Departments are excluded,
but the rules of relevant Departments apply to this programme as well.
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CURRICULUM
NQF Level: 7 NQF Credits: 369 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0266
First Year (Phased in 2012)
Semester 1
Course Title Course Code Prerequisites NQF NQF
Levels Credits
ITM111S Introduction to Mathematics None 5 10
IME511S Introduction to Marketing and its
Environment None 5 10
BMA112S Introduction to Business
Management None 5 10
PHR511S Introduction to Psychology of
HR None 5 12
LIP411S Language in Practice None 4 NCB
CUS411S Computer User Skills None 4 10
Semester 2
MPS512S Marketing Principles None 5 10
BEL112S Business Ethics & Leadership None 6 10
EPR511S English in Practice Language in Practice 5 NCB
ICT521S Information Competence None 5 10
BSC410S Basic Science None 4 8
FAC511S Financial Accounting 101 None 5 12
Second Year (Phased in 2013)
Semester 3
PMI511S Principles of Microeconomics None 5 12
BBS111S Basic Business Statistics 1A Introduction to
Mathematics or a B
symbol or better in 6 12
Grade 12
SOM611S Services & Organisation
Marketing Marketing Principles 6 10
POS611S Principles of Selling None 6 10
CML111S Commercial Law 1A None 5 12
Semester 4
PMA512S Principles of Macroeconomics None 5 12
BBS112S Basic Business Statistics 1B Basic Business Statistics
1A 6 12
EAP511S English for Academic Purposes English in Practice or
placement into EAP 5 14
SOT612S Sales & Operations Management Principles of Selling 6 12
CML112S Commercial Law 1B Commercial Law 1A 5 12
MLY612S Marketing Communications
Strategy Marketing Principles 6 12
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Third Year (Phased in 2014)
Semester 5
EWB711S Electronic & Web-Based Marketing Principles
Marketing 7 12
MRM711S Marketing Research & Market
Intelligence Introduction to
Marketing, and Its
Environment, and
Marketing Principles and
Basic Business Statistic
1B 7 12
WOR712S Work Integrated Learning A pass or at least
admission to the
examination in all
Marketing and Sales
courses at Diploma level 7 36
Semester 6
CAO712S Consumer & Organisation
Buying Behaviour Introduction to Marketing
and Its Environment;
Marketing Principles 7 12
MBM712S Marketing & Brand Management Introduction to Marketing
and Its Environment;
Marketing Principles 7 12
PPM712S Product Pricing Management Marketing Principles and
Principles of Economics
1A 7 12
ICE712S Innovation, Creativity and None
Entrepreneurship 7 15
PWR611S Professional Writing English for Academic
Purposes or exemption
from EAP 6 14
CIS610S Contemporary Issues None 6 12
EWB711S Electronic & Web-Based
Marketing (if not Marketing Principles
taken yet)
MRM711S Marketing Research and Market Introduction to Marketing
Intelligence (if not taken yet) and ITS Environment,
Marketing Principles and
Basic Business stats 1B
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BACHELOR OF MARKETING (Phasing out 2018) 21BMRK
Programme Transition Rules
Course(s) Failed Equivalent (New)
The transition rule was applicable as from 2007 for the courses listed below:
Business Management 1A & 1B Introduction to Business Management
Human Resources Management 1A Introduction to Psychology of Human Resources
Human Resources Management 1B Introduction to Human Resources Management
Marketing 1A Introduction to Marketing and its Environment
Marketing 1B Marketing Principles
The transition rule was applicable as from 2008 for the courses listed below
Practice of Selling 1A & 1B Principles of Selling
Practice of Sales Management 1A & 1B Sales Operations & Management
Marketing 3A & 3B Services Marketing
The transition rule was applicable as from 2009 for the courses listed below:
Consumer and Buyer Behaviour 1A Consumer & Organisation Behaviour: Intro.
Consumer and Buyer Behaviour 1B Consumer & Organisation Behaviour: Analysis
Electronic Marketing E- Marketing & Web Management
Marketing 2A & 2B Marketing & Product Management
Marketing Communication Strategy 1A & 1B Marketing Communication Strategy
Marketing Research Practice 1A & 1B Marketing Research & Market Intelligence
Marketing 3A & 3B Services Marketing
The transition rule was applicable as from 2010 for the courses listed below:
Customer Care & Customer Management Customer Care Management
Distribution Channel Management 1A & 1B Supply and Distribution Management
Marketing 4A & 4B Strategic Marketing Management: Planning
and Decision Making
Marketing of Financial Services 1A & 1B Marketing of Financial Services
Project Management Project Management
Retail Business Management Retail Business Management
CURRICULUM
First Year - National Certifcate in Business Studies (Phased in 2007) (Not available
from 2012)
(Replaced National Certifcate Marketing and Sales that was phased out at the end of
2006)
Semester 1
Course Title Course Code Prerequisite
Business Accounting 1A BAC1100 None
Communication Skills CSK0420 Language in Practice B
Introduction to Business Management BMA121S None
Introduction to Mathematics ITM111S None
(Business & Management)
Intro. to Marketing & its Environment MAR121S None
Intro. to Psychology of Human Resources PHR511S None
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Semester 2
Business Accounting 1B BAC1200 None
Business Ethics & Leadership BEL112S None
Professional Writing PRW0520 Communication Skills
Introduction to Human Resources IHR512S None
Management
Introduction to Mathematics ITM111S None
(Business & Management)
(if not yet taken)
Marketing Principles MAR122S None
NOTE: Candidates may apply for exemption from Introduction to Mathematics (Business
& Management) if they have obtained at least a B symbol on Ordinary level Mathematics
(or equivalent).
Second Year (Phased in 2008) (Not avaiable from 2013)
Semester 3
Basic Business Statistics 1A BBS111S Introduction to Mathematics
Computer User Skills CUS411S None
Professional Communication PFC0620 Communication Skills
Principles of Economics 1A PEC111S None
Principles of Selling POS221S None
Services Marketing SSM221S Intro. to Marketing & its Environment
Marketing Principles
Semester 4
Basic Business Statistics 1B BBS112S Basic Business Statistics 1A
Business Finance BFS222S None
Professional Communication PCO611S Professional Writing
(If not yet taken)
Principles of Economics 1B PEC112S None
Sales Operations & Management SOM222S Marketing Principles
Computer User Skills (if not yet taken) CUS411S None
Third Year - National Diploma Marketing (Phased in 2009) (Not available from 2014)
Semester 5
Commercial Law 1A CML111S None
Consumer and Organisation Behaviour: COB321S Introduction to Marketing & its
Introduction Environment & Marketing
Principles
E-Marketing & Web Management EWM321S Introduction to Marketing & its
Environment & Marketing Principles
Innovation, Creativity & Entrepreneurship ICE712S None
Marketing Research & Market Intelligence MRI321S Introduction to Marketing & its
Environment & Marketing
Principles
And any one of the following:
Basic German 1A GER110S None
Basic Portuguese 1A BAP111S None
NOTE: Vacation schools are compulsory for studetns enrolled for Basic German 1A,
Basic Portuguese 1A, Entrepreneurship, Business Simulation sessions, Marketing
Research and Market Intelligence, E-Marketing & Web Management.
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Semester 6
Commercial Law 1B CML112S Commercial Law 1A
Consumer and Organisation Behaviour: COB322S Introduction to Marketing & its
Analysis Environment & Marketing
Principles
Marketing Communication Strategy MLY612S Introduction to Marketing & its
Environment & Marketing
Principles
Marketing & Product Management MPM322S Introduction to Marketing & its
Environment & Marketing
Principles
Small & Medium Enterprises SME322S None
Management
And any one of the following:
Basic German 1B GER120S Basic German 1A
Basic Portuguese 1B BAP112S Basic Portuguese 1A
NOTE: Vacation schools are compulsory for students enrolled for Basic German 1B,
Basic Portuguese 1B.
Fourth Year - Bachelor of Marketing (Phased in 2010) (Not available from 2015)
Additional Entry Requirements for the fourth level: Fourth Year Bachelor of Marketing
Holders of the Diplomas listed below may be admitted to the fourth level provided that they
have completed the courses listed for each Diploma.
National Diploma: Marketing [Old Curriculum] : Marketing Research & Market Intelligence
E-Marketing & Web Management or equivalent
National Diploma: Business Administration: Services Marketing or equivalent
Principles of Selling or equivalent, Sales Operations & Management or equivalent, Consumer
& Organisational Behaviour: Intro, Consumer & Organisational Behaviour: Analysis, Marketing
Communication Strategy or equivalent, Marketing Research & Market Intelligence, E-Marketing
& Web Management or equivalent, Marketing and Product Management or equivalent
National Diploma: Human Resources Management: Small Medium Enterprises Management
or equivalent, Marketing and Product Management, Sales Operations & Management or
equivalent, Commercial Law 1A & 1B, Marketing Research & Market Intelligence, E-Marketing
& Web Management, Services Marketing or equivalent, Consumer & Organisational Behaviour:
Introduction, Consumer & Organisational Behaviour: Analysis, Marketing Communication
Strategy or equivalent
Other National Diplomas: in the School of Business Management [e.g. Old Commerce
Diploma]: Small Medium Enterprises Management or equivalent, Marketing and Product
Management, Sales Operations & Management or equivalent, Commercial Law 1A & 1B,
Marketing Research & Market Intelligence, E-Marketing & Web Management, Services
Marketing or equivalent, Consumer & Organisational Behaviour: Introduction, Consumer &
Organisational Behaviour: Analysis, Marketing Communication Strategy or equivalent
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Semester 7
International Marketing and IMM421S Services Marketing
Management
Strategic Marketing Management: SMM421S Marketing & Product Management
Planning and Decision Making
Research Methodology RMA411S None
And any ONE of the following:
Marketing of Financial Services MFS421S Services Marketing
Marketing For Tourism MFT411S Services Marketing
Retail Business Management RBM421S Introduction to Marketing & its
Environment & Marketing
Principles
Project Management PRM422S None
(offered only in Semester 8)
Semester 8
Customer Care Management CCM422S Introduction to Marketing & its
Environment & Marketing
Principles
Supply and Distribution Management SDM422S Introduction to Marketing & its
Environment & Marketing
Principles
Research Project RPB412S Research Methodology
NOTE: Vacation Schools are compulsory for students enrolled for Research
Methodology and Research Project
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HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
INTRODUCTION OF NEW PROGRAMME IN 2011
The department of Human Resources Management introduced a new 3 year Bachelor of Human
Resources Management qualifcation in 2011. The old 4 year Bachelor of Human Resources
Management programme will be phased out systematically with effect from 2011 up to 2014.
This means that the frst year of the old programme will no longer be offered, rather the frst
year of the new 3 year Bachelor of Human Resources Management qualifcation was offered
in 2011. The new programme provides for frst exit level of Diploma in Human Resources
Management after 2 years.
Bachelor Of Human Resources Management
[Diploma In Human Resources Management (NQF Level 6) as frst exit level]
NQF Level: 6 NQF Credits: 247 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0254
Qualifcations
The qualifcations are designed to be at the following NQF Levels:
Bachelor of Human Resources Management degree: Level 7 with a total weight of 397 credits.
Diploma in Human Resources Management: Level 6 with total weight of 247 credits.
Programme Outcomes
The programme will provide the opportunity for graduates to develop and demonstrate
knowledge, qualities, skills and other attributes in different areas and at two levels as follows:
On completing the Diploma programme students will be able to:
Use the general/broad principles of human resources management to resolve real life
challenges in human resources.
Integrate the very broad principles and process of human resources management into
effective practice of the basic HRM professional roles.
Analyse and interpret human resources management related issues.
Employ broad theoretical and practical knowledge and skills in capturing information
necessary for problem solving in human resources management.
Perform human resources management tasks using a wide choice of standard and non-
standard procedures, in routine and non-routine situations.
On completing the Bachelor of Human Resources Management programme, students
will be able to:
Demonstrate knowledge and insight into legislation, regulations and codes relating to
human resources management practice.
Evaluate human resources management actions and strategies for effective decision
making.
Take full responsibility and accountability for own actions and those of others in their
teams in response to workplace demands.

Devise effective and effcient ways to lead a human resources team or department in
achieving set goals and objectives.
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Apply human resources management professional practices/roles in complex, variable
and specialised contexts.
Achieve the generic graduate outcomes of problem-solving, critical thinking, responsible
citizenship and good communication.
Credits
Students who completed qualifcations previously offered by the Department, e.g. National
Diplomas in Human Resources and Personnel Management who seek admission into the
Bachelor of Human Resources Management programme may be granted credits on a course-
by-course basis as follows:
Bachelor of Human Resources
Management (new courses)
Diploma in Human Resources and
Personnel Management (old courses)
Introduction to Business
Management
Business Management 1A & 1B (Any)
Professional Writing
English Communication Module 5
Computer Users Skills
Principles of Information Systems 1A & 1B
Human Resource Staffng

Human Resources Management 3A/
Personnel Management 3
Employee Health and Safety

Human Resources Management 3B/
Personnel Management 3
Industrial Relations

Industrial Relations 1A and 1B
Introduction to Education Training
and Development
Management of Training 1A
Principles of Education Management of Training 1B
Students who graduate with the new 3 year Bachelor of Human Resources Management
degree will be able to enrol for the new 1 year post graduate degree in Human Resources
Management Honours.
Requirements for Qualifcation Award
The Bachelor of Human Resources Management will be awarded to students credited
with a minimum of 390 NQF credits. In addition, students must meet the administrative
and financial requirements as spelt out in the Polytechnic of Namibia Prospectus.
Progression Rules
Students may not be allowed to register for certain higher level courses without having
attempted and/or passed certain lower level courses or having the necessary course
requirements, even if these courses do not have prerequisites. For example, students will
not be allowed to register for third year courses if they have not successfully completed
all frst year courses especially in their major which is Human Resources Management.
Transition Arrangements
The new programme takes effect from January 2011 and will be completely phased in by 2013.
The existing four-year Bachelor of Human Resources Management degree programme will be
phased out systematically with minimal disruption to existing students learning progression.
The deadline for complete phasing out of the 4-year Bachelor degree in Human Resources
Management is 2013.
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The 1st year of the current 4-year Bachelor of Human Resources Management is offered for
the last time in 2010. Students who registered for their frst year in 2010 will have until 2013
to complete the existing programme. Students who fail any of the subjects/courses in the old
curriculum will be provided with two opportunities to pass the failed courses. After frst and
second opportunities, such failed courses in the old programme will only be offered on the new
syllabi effective from January 2011. Current 1st year students may also opt to transition to the
new programme in 2011, if they so wish, but will be required to make up specifc defciencies
in accordance with the detailed requirements for the new curriculum, including the completion
of Institutional Core courses.
All other students currently registered for the 4-year Bachelor of Human Resources
Management (to be phased out), who opt to change registration to the new Bachelor of
Human Resources Management, will be granted credits on a course-by-course basis and
will be required to complete institutional core courses and other course requirements based
on the new curriculum. Students will be advised accordingly as to which courses to make-up
based on the new curriculum.
The deadline for phasing out of the old 4-year Bachelor of Human Resources Management
curriculum is 2013, after which students must automatically switch to the new programme and
make up for all outstanding courses/subjects based on the requirements of the new curriculum.
If a student, who is registered on the 4-year Bachelor of Human Resources Management
degree (to be phased out), fails more than half the work load in any particular year his/
her registration will automatically be changed to the new programme. The switch will consider
courses already taken and their equivalents.
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The specifc and detailed requirements of the programme are indicated below:
BACHELOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT 07BHRM
CURRICULUM
DIPLOMA IN HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
NQF Level: 6 NQF Credits: 247 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0254
Course Course Prerequisite NQF NQF
Title Code Level Credits
First Year (Phased in 2011)
Semester 1
Introduction to Mathematics ITM111S None 5 10
Introduction to Marketing and IME511S None 5 10
its Environment
Introduction to Business Management BMA121S None 5 10
Introduction to Psychology of Human PHR511S None 5 12
Resources
Language in Practice LIP411S None 4 NCB
Computer User Skills CUS411S None 4 10
Semester 2
Marketing Principles MPS512S None 5 10
Introduction to Human Resources IHR512S None 5 12
Management
Business Ethics & Leadership BEL112S None 6 10
English in Practice EPR511S Language in Practice or 5 NCB
exemption for Grade B in
in English (NSSC
Ordinary Level)
Information Competence ICT521S None 5 10
Basic Science BSC410S None 4 8
Computer User Skills (if not yet taken) CUS411S None
Second Year (Phased in 2011)
Semester 3
Principles of Microeconomics PMI511S None 5 12
Basic Business Statistics 1A BBS111S Introduction to Mathematics 6 12
Organisational Behaviour OSB611S Introduction to Psychology 6 12
of Human Resources;
Introduction to Human
Resources Management
Labour Law 1A LAL111S None 5 12
Business Accounting 1A BAC1100 None 5 10
English for Academic Purposes EAP511S English in Practice 5 14

Semester 4
Basic Business Statistics 1B BBS112S Basic Business Statistics 1A 6 12
Organisational Management OSM612S Introduction to Psychology 6 12
of Human Resources;
Introduction to Human
Resources Management
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Labour Law 1B LAL112S Labour Law 1A 5 12
Business Accounting 1B BAC1200 None 5 10
Performance Management & Productivity PMP612S Introduction to Psychology 6 13
Measurement of Human Resources;
Introduction to Human
Resources Management
Profesional Writing PWR611S English for Academic 6 14
Purposes
BACHELOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT 07BHRM
NQF Level: 7 NQF Credits: 397 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0255
Third Year (Phased in 2012)
Semester 5
Business Operations BSO221S None 6 12
Human Resources Staffng HRS711S Organisational Behaviour; 7 13
Organisational Management
Organisational Development and ODC711S Organisational Behaviour; 7 13
Change Organisational
Management
Introduction to Education Training and ETD711S None 7 13
Development
Innovation, Creativity and ICE712S None 7 12
Entrepreneurship
Contemporary Issues CIS610S None 6 12
Semester 6
Employee Health and Safety EHS712S Organisational Behaviour; 7 13
Organisational Management
Principles of Education Training and PTD712S None 7 13
Development
Industrial Relations IRL712S Labour Law 1A & 1B 7 13
Work Integrated Learning (HRM) WIL712S None 7 36
Work Integrated Learning Structure and Management
Work Integrated Learning (WIL) is the process of integrating work experiences with learning in
a way traditional education cannot do. WIL shall be provided for in the 3rd year of the Bachelor
of Human Resources Management programme. Only 3rd year students will be allowed to
register for WIL. It provides students with opportunities to:
Execute tasks associated with Human Resources Management rather than just reading
them. It also allows students to assess their interests in human resources management.
Network with professionals and build relationships that can assist students in future
endeavours while providing a professional environment.
Have access to hiring companies for full time positions after graduation once good working
relationships have been established.
Interact with people from diverse backgrounds and develop interpersonal skills that are
not possible in a classroom environment.
WIL is important in improving the Polytechnic graduate characteristics to meet industry
needs that are in line with the Polytechnic vision, strategic plan and the requirements of the
Polytechnic Curriculum Model.
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It offers opportunity for innovation and creativity when students are afforded the opportunity
to experiment what they learn in class in the work place, i.e. practice learnt competencies.
Students can also learn new things in the work place which they bring to the classroom.
Lecturers in turn are able to keep abreast with professional developments in the feld of Human
Resources Management as a result of this cooperation.
The cooperation with industry further provides opportunities for research and development
needed for national economic development.
Industry will beneft from these activities by getting market-related information and development.
Knowledge is easily managed when the source of education and development interact with
users i.e. industry. As such knowledge management is important for national competitiveness.
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OFFICE MANAGEMENT AND TECHNOLOGY

BACHELOR OF OFFICE MANAGEMENT AND TECHNOLOGY (New) 07BOMT
(Phased in 2012)
NQF Level: 7 NQF Credits: 400 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0273
Admission Requirements
Candidates may be admitted to this programme if they meet the General Admission
Requirements of the Polytechnic of Namibia (GI 2.1 in Part 1 of the Polytechnic Yearbook).
Mature Age candidates will be considered provided they meet the requirements and pass the
mature age entrance examinations as required by the Polytechnic of Namibia (GI 2.2 in Part
1 of the Polytechnic Yearbook).
Articulation Arrangements
Transfer of credits will be dealt with according to the Polytechnics regulations on Recognition
of Prior Learning. These provide for course-by-course credits as well as credit transfer by
volume under certain academic conditions. Maximum credit that can be granted is 50 % of
the credits for a qualifcation.
Students with the old National Diploma in Information Administration will obtain credit for the
following courses, if they opt to register for the Bachelor degree:
National Diploma in Information
Administration (Old Courses)
Bachelor of Offce Management and
Technology (Equivalent New/Revised
Courses)
1 Information Administration 1 - 3 Information Administration 1
2 Administrative Offce Management 1 - 3 Administrative Offce Management A & B
3 Speech & Deportment 1A & B Professional Skills A & B
4
Business Management 1A & 1B
Introduction to Business Management
Business Ethics and Leadership
5 Business Accounting 1A & 1B Business Accounting 1A & 1B
7 Principles of Economics 1A & 1B Principles of Economics 1A & 1B
8 Commercial Law 1A & 1B Commercial Law 1A & 1B
9 Secretarial Public Relations 1A & 1B Public Relations 1A
10 English Communication Module 4 Communication Skills
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Assessment Strategies
Students will be assessed through continuous and summative assessment. These assessments
will focus on the achievement of qualifcation outcomes and take the form of problem-solving
exercises, individual/group assignments and presentations, case studies, report writing,
practical application of skills and competencies, tutorials, practical projects and questioning
(tests and/or examinations). The use of validating end of term assessments may be minimised
in order to free students intellectual capacity for broader cognitive development. Assessment
by means of tests and/or examinations will, therefore, be restricted to situations where it is
necessary to establish that a previous specifc performance can be repeated or a specifc skill
can be transferred. In accordance with Polytechnic policy on diversifed continuous assessment,
each course will have a minimum of six assessment events. Courses that are assessed using
a combination of continuous assessment and a fnal end-of-term examination must have at
least three assessments.
WIL will be assessed on the assignment and the presentation thereof which is stipulated in
the Work-Integrated Manual and is based on the syllabus as applied in the working situation
in which the student is placed. The mentors mark of the students performance will also be
taken into consideration.
Transition Arrangements
The current four-year Bachelor of Offce Management and Technology (old curriculum) will
be phased out systematically until 2016 with minimal disruption to existing students learning
progression. The last intake of 1st year students for the existing programme (old curriculum)
was in January 2011. Students will only be allowed to register for the 4th year of the current
programme until January 2014 to ensure they have suffcient time to complete the programme
by 2016.
Students who are registered in 2011 for the 1st year of the current programme (old curriculum),
and who fail more than 50% of the courses at the end of the year, will be required to change
their registration to the new programme and will be granted credits on a course-by-course
basis in accordance with information in Table 1 below.
The revised three-year Bachelor of Offce Management and Technology (new curriculum)
takes effect from January 2012 and will be completely phased in by 2014. Courses will only
be offered based on the new/revised syllabi in 2012 (1st year), 2013 (2nd year) and 2014 (3rd
year). Students who are admitted into the examination for courses on the old curriculum will
be granted only two opportunities to pass such courses (there will be no retention of semester
marks). Students who fail any of the courses on the old curriculum will be required to repeat
such failed courses based on the syllabi of new/revised corresponding courses. Please refer
to Table 2, below, for detailed information on the new/revised corresponding courses to be
done if courses on the old curriculum are failed.
The deadline for complete phasing out of the existing four-year Bachelor of Offce Management
and Technology (old curriculum) is 2016 after which students must automatically switch to the
new programme and fulfl all requirements based in the new curriculum.
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Table 1: Courses to be Credited
Course
Code
Bachelor of Offce
Management and Technology
(Old Courses)
Course
Code
Bachelor of Offce Management
and Technology (Equivalent New/
Revised Courses)
IAD111S Information Administration 1A IAD510S Information Administration 1A
IAD112S Information Administration 1B IAD520S Information Administration 1B
BMA121S Introduction to Business
Management
BMA121S Introduction to Business
Management
BEL 112S Business Ethics & Leadership BEL112S Business Ethics & Leadership
SDP111S Speech & Deportment 1A PFS510S Professional Skills A
SDP112S Speech & Deportment 1B PFS520S Professional Skills B
Table 2: Corresponding Courses (if Failed)
Course Code Bachelor of Offce Management
and Technology (Old Courses)
Course
Code
Bachelor of Offce
Management and
Technology (Corresponding
New/Revised Courses to be
Done, if Failed)
IAD111S Information Administration 1A IAD510S Information Administration 1A
IAD112S Information Administration 1B IAD520S Information Administration 1B
SDP111S Speech & Deportment 1A PFS510S Professional Skills A
SDP112S Speech & Deportment 1B PFS520S Professional Skills B
IAD211S Information Administration 2A IAD610S Information Administration 2A
IAD212S Information Administration 2B IAD620S Information Administration 2B
AOM121S/122S
+
AOM211S/212S
Administrative Offce Management
1 + 2
MTP610S
MTP620S
Management Principles A
and B
Please Note:
Table 2, above, only highlights new/revised core courses in Offce Management and Technology
that should be done if courses on the old curriculum are failed. Service courses from other
Departments are excluded, but the rules of relevant Departments apply to this programme
as well.
All these requirements will have to be adhered to during Registration 2014.
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CURRICULUM
First Year - Certifcate in Offce Management and Technology (Phased in 2012)

NQF Level: 5 NQF Credits: 118 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0271
Semester 1
Course Course Prerequisite NQF NQF
Code Title Level Credits
BMS411S Basic Mathematics None 4 12
LIP411S Language in Practice None 4 NCB
IAD510S Information Administration 1A None 5 12
BMA121S Introduction to Business None 5 10
Management
PFS510S Professional Skills A None 5 12
BAC1100 Business Accounting 1A None 5 10
Semester 2
EPR511S English in Practice Language in Practice 5 NCB
BEL112S Business Ethics & Leadership None 5 10
IAD520S Information Administration 1B Information Administration 1A 5 12
ICT521S Information Competence None 5 10
BSC410S Basic Science None 4 8
PFS520S Professional Skills B Professional Skills A 5 12
BAC1200 Business Accounting 1B Business Accounting 1A 5 10
Second Year - Diploma in Offce Management and Technology (Phased in 2013)
NQF Level: 6 NQF Credits: 266 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0272

Semester 3
IAD610S Information Administration 2A Information Administration 1B 6 12
MTP610S Management Principles A Professional Skills B 6 12
PHR511S Introduction to Psychology of HR None 5 12
EAP511S English for Academic Purposes English in Practice or 5 14
placement into EAP
PMI511S Principles of Microeconomics None 5 12
Plus one of the following elective courses:
LAL111S Labour Law 1A None 5 12
CML111S Commercial Law 1A None 5 12
Semester 4
IAD620S Information Administration 2B Information Administration 2A 6 12
MTP620S Management Principles B Management Principles A 6 12
EVC620S Event Co-ordination None 6 12
PWR611S Professional Writing English for Academic Purposes 6 14
or exemption from EAP
PMA512S Principles of Macroeconomics None 5 12
Plus one of the following corresponding courses based on Electives chosen in the
previous semester:
LAL112S Labour Law 1B Labour Law 1A 5 12
CML112S Commercial Law 1B Commercial Law 1A 5 12
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Third Year - Bachelor of Offce Management and Technology (Phased in 2014)
NQF Level: 7 NQF Credits: 400 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0273
Semester 5
IAD710S Information Administration 3A Information Administration 2B 7 12
ADM710S Administrative Management A Management Principles B 7 12
PRL311S Public Relations A None 7 12
WIO710S Work Integrated Learning All courses up to Semester 4 7 36
Semester 6
IAD710S Information Administration 3B Information Administration 3A 7 12
ADM720S Administrative Management B Administrative Management A 7 12
PRL312S Public Relations B Public Relations A 7 12
CIS610S Contemporary Issues None 6 12
PCO611S Professional Communication English for Academic Purposes 6 14
or exemption from EAP
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BACHELOR OF OFFICE MANAGEMENT AND TECHNOLOGY 25BOMT
(Phased in 2007. Phasing out 2016.)
The department offers all courses on a part-time as well as a full-time basis except for
Information Administration 4 and Administrative Offce Management 4 which are only offered
on a part-time basis. The courses Administrative Offce Management 1, 2 and 3, Information
Administration 1, 2 and 3 and Speech and Deportment are also offered on the distance
education mode.
Information Administration consists of practical and theoretical parts. A minimum of ten students
should be registered for any specifc course.
Practicals
Practicals are required for Information Administration.
Students registered on the distance education mode for any of the courses in Information
Administration are required to attend compulsory vacation schools during January,
April, July and August of each year.
Admission Requirements
In addition to the general admission requirements of the Polytechnic of Namibia the following
shall apply:
Students who wish to register for Information Administration 1A on distance education
mode should be able to type 20 words per minute.
A pass in Language in Practice, which is a prerequisite for Language in Practice B, taught
to frst year students is also a requirement. Students who only gain entry into Language in
Practice could also be admitted, but will be required to advance to Language in Practice B
before their third year of study. Students with a C symbol in English at Ordinary level may be
admitted prior to receiving the outcome of their English Profciency Test, but they will also be
required to advance to Language in Practice B before their third year of study.
Mature age students with at least a Grade 10 certifcate, or equivalent, or candidates with
foreign qualifcations, may be admitted in terms of the Polytechnics Mature Age Entry Scheme.
Selection for mature age entry will be by means of appropriate written entrance tests, three years
work experience, satisfactory references and passing of the Polytechnic English Profciency test.
Admission for Graduates with Equivalent Qualifcations:
Graduates of the phased-out National Diploma Executive Secretary, who wish to register for the
degree, must have passed Information Administration 3A and 3B as well as Offce Administration
3A and 3B before commencing with the degree. Students enrolling for the degree will also
be required to register for Introduction to Psychology of Human Resources and Introduction
to Human Resources Management as these courses are pre-requisites for Organisational
Behaviour and Organisational Management which are compulsory courses for the degree.
Students with any equivalent diploma who want to register for the fourth level of the Bachelor
of Offce Management and Technology will be evaluated on an individual basis, in consultation
with the Registrar, in order to obtain admission to the fourth level of the degree.
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Exit Levels
The National Certifcate: Offce Management and Technology after successful completion
of at least one year of study.
The National Diploma: Offce Management and Technology after successful completion of
three years of study.
The Bachelor Degree: Offce Management and Technology after successful completion of
four years of study.
Transition Rules
The transition from the existing to the new diploma will involve that, if not yet taken, students
should register for Introduction to Psychology of Human Resources and Introduction to Human
Resources Management. Business Accounting 1A & 1B and Business Accounting 2A & 2B
which are pre-requisites for an elective at the Bachelors level.
While completing these courses, students can register for some of the other courses offered
in Semesters 7 and 8 for which they qualify.
All students who comply with the pre-requisites will be able to register for the Bachelor of
Offce Management and Technology as from 2007.
Special Progression Rules for Information Administration
Progression from one Information Administration course to the next is allowed only in the event
of a student having satisfed the pass requirement in a formal examination for these courses. All
practical and theoretical papers of a course should be written in the same examination session.
Pass Requirements
Information Administration 1, 2, 3 and 4.
A student passes the examination if s/he obtains an average fnal mark of 50 % or more,
subject to the sub-minimum of 35 % per examination paper.
The fnal mark consists of: 50 % of the semester mark and 50 % of the examination mark.
Rules of Combination
The curriculum provides for elective courses from semester 3 onwards. The elective courses
are purposefully structured to enable students to choose corresponding courses in the same
cognate area in subsequent semesters and to explore areas of personal interest. Students are
required, once an initial selection is made, to take the corresponding elective course (same
cognate area) in the following semester.
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CURRICULUM
First Year - National Certifcate in Offce Management and Technology (Not available
from 2012)
Semester 1
Course Title Course Code Prerequisite
Information Administration 1A IAD111S None
Administrative Offce Management 1A AOM121S None
Speech and Deportment 1A SDP111S None
Introduction to Business Management BMA121S None
Communication Skills CSK0420 Language in Practice B
Semester 2
Information Administration 1B IAD112S Information Administration1A
Administrative Offce Management 1B AOM122S None
Speech and Deportment 1B SDP112S None
Business Ethics and Leadership BEL112S None
Second Year (Not available from 2013)
Semester 3
Information Administration 2A IAD211S Information Administration
1A & 1B
Administrative Offce Management 2A AOM221S Administrative Offce
Management 1A & 1B
Introduction to Psychology of Human
Resources PHR511S None
Professional Writing PFW0520 Communication Skills
And any ONE of the following:
Business Accounting 1A BAC1100 None
Principles of Economics 1A PEC111S None
Business Operations BSO221S None
Semester 4:
Information Administration 2B IAD212S Information Administration 2A
Administrative Offce Management 2B AOM222S Administrative Offce
Management 1A & 1B
Introduction to Human Resources
Management IHR512S None
Professional Communication PCO611S Communication Skills/
English for Academic
Puposes
One of the following corresponding courses based on electives chosen in the
previous semester:
Business Accounting 1B BAC1200 None
Principles of Economics 1B PEC112S None
Business Finance BFS222S None

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Third Year - National Diploma in Offce Management and Technology (Not available
from 2014)
Semester 5:
Administrative Offce Management 3A AOM321S Administrative Offce
Management 2A & 2B
Information Administration 3A IAD311S Information Administration
2A & 2B
Public Relations 1A PRL311S None
And any ONE of the following
(if not yet taken):
Commercial Law 1A CML111S None
Principles of Microeconomics PMI511S None
Intermediate Microeconomics IME211S Principles of Economics 1A
Business Accounting 1A BAC1100 None
Business Accounting 2A BAC211S Business Accounting 1A &
1B
Business Operations BSO221S None
Semester 6:
Information Administration 3B IAD312S Information Administration
3A
Administrative Offce Management 3B AOM322S Administrative Offce
Management 3A
Public Relations 1B PRL312S Public Relations 1A
One of the following corresponding courses based on electives chosen in the
previous semester: (if not yet taken)
Commercial Law 1B CML112S Commercial Law 1A
Principles of Macroeconomics PMA512S None
Intermediate Macroeconomics IME212S Principles of Economics 1B
Business Accounting 1B BAC1200 None
Business Accounting 2B BAC212S Business Accounting 1A &
1B
Business Finance BFS222S None
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ECONOMICS
BACHELOR OF ECONOMICS
(New Programme) (Phased in 2013)
NQF Level: 7 NQF Credits: 364 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0285
Programme Aims/Purpose
The Bachelor of Economics provides a systematic and coherent introduction to the knowledge,
principles, concepts, data, theories and problem-solving techniques of the economics discipline.
The programme will enable students to acquire cognitive/intellectual skills, practical skills and
key transferable skills and to apply these skills in solving economic problems that face the
public and private sectors, as well as the overall economy.
The Bachelor of Economics specifcally aims at:
providing students with a good foundation in the fundamental concepts, theories and
frameworks of economics;
developing the ability of students to analyse information from a wide range of sources;
equipping students with the requisite skills to work effectively as individuals and as
members of teams, and,
enabling students to communicate effectively in the workplace.
Admission Requirements
Candidates may be admitted to this programme if they meet the General Admission
Requirements of the Polytechnic of Namibia (GI2.1 in Part 1 of PoN Yearbook). In addition,
students should have minimum D symbols in Grade 12/NSSCO Mathematics and English as
a second language.
Mature age candidates will be considered provided they meet the requirements and pass
the mature age entrance examinations of the Polytechnic of Namibia (GI2.2 in Part 1 of PoN
Yearbook).
Articulation Arrangements
Transfer of credits will be dealt with according to the Polytechnics regulations on Recognition of
Prior Learning. These provide for course-by-course credits as well as credit transfer by volume
under certain academic conditions. Maximum credit that can be granted is 50 % of the credits
for a qualifcation. Students who complete the Bachelor of Economics successfully will be able
to pursue further studies in Economics, or a related cognate area of learning, at NQF Level 8.
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CURRICULUM
First Year (Phased in 2013)
Semester 1
Course Course Prerequisite NQF NQF
Title Code Level Credits
Computer User Skills CUS411S None 4 10
Mathematics for Economists 1A MFE511S None 5 12
Principles of Microeconomics PMI511S None 5 12
Language in Practice LIP411S None 4 NCB
Business Accounting 1A BAC1100 None 5 10
Introduction to Business
Management BMI511S None 5 10
Semester 2
Mathematics for Economists 1B MFE512S None 5 12
English in Practice EPR511S Language in Practice, or a
minimum B in English as a Second
Language at NSSC Ordinary Level,
or NAMCOL English
Communication Modules 1 - 4 5 NCB
Principles of Macroeconomics PMA512S None 5 12
Business Accounting 1B BAC1200 None 5 10
Basic Science BSC410S None 4 8
Business Ethics BBE612S None 6 10
Second Year (Phased in 2014)
Semester 3
Intermediate Microeconomics IMI611S Principles of Microeconomics 6 13
Statistics for Economists 2A SFE611S None 6 13
Money and Banking MAB611S Principles of Macroeconomics 6 13
English for Academic Purposes EAP511S English in Practice, or Language
in Practice B, or Module 3, or
Exemption 5 14
Plus ONE of the following Elective courses:
Business Accounting 2A BAC211S Business Accounting 1A 6 12
Economics of Agriculture EOA611S Mathematics for Economists 1A
and 1B 6 12

Semester 4
Intermediate Macroeconomics IMA612S Principles of Macroeconomics 6 13
Statistics for Economists 2B SFE612S Statistics for Economists 2A 6 13
Economics of Namibia and
SACU Countries ENS612S None 6 13
Information Competence ICT521S None 5 10
Plus ONE of the following Elective courses:
Business Accounting 2B BAC212S Business Accounting 1B 6 12
Business Finance BFS222S None 6 12
Third Year (Phasing in 2015)
Semester 5
International Trade INT711S Intermediate Microeconomics 7 14
Transport Economics TEC711S Intermediate Microeconomics 7 14
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Work Integrated Learning (WIL) WIL711S Pass in all core Economics
courses up to semester four (4) 7 36
Semester 6
Public Finance PFN712S Intermediate Microeconomics 7 14
International Finance IFN712S Intermediate Microeconomics 7 14
Econometrics ECM712S Statistics for Economists 2A and 2B 7 14
Development Economics DEC712S Intermediate Microeconomics 7 14
Contemporary Issues CIS610S None 6 12
Assessment strategies
Students will be assessed through continuous and summative assessment. These assessments
will focus on the achievement of qualifcation outcomes and take the form of problem solving
exercises, individual/group assignments and presentations, case studies, report writing,
practical application of skills and competencies, tutorials, practical projects and questioning
(tests and/or examinations). The use of validating end of term assessments may be minimised
in order to free students intellectual capacity for broader cognitive development. Assessment
by means of tests and/or examinations will, therefore, be restricted to situations where it is
necessary to establish that a previous specifc performance can be repeated or a specifc skill
can be transferred. In accordance with Polytechnic policy on diversifed continuous assessment,
each course will have a minimum of six assessment events. Courses that are assessed using
a combination of continuous assessment and a fnal end-of-term examination must have at
least three assessments.
WIL will be assessed on the basis of the following:
Immediate WIL supervisors report;
Academic assessors mark (academic assessor to interview both the students and
the WIL immediate supervisor and give a mark);
WIL report which is to be written following the guidelines given by the department.
This report is supposed to be signed by either the supervisor or the manager at the
workplace.
Transition Arrangements
The current four-year Bachelor of Technology in Economics (old curriculum) will be phased out
systematically until 2019 with minimal disruption to existing students learning progression. The
last intake of 1st year students for the current programme will be in January 2012. Students
will only be allowed to register for the 4th year of the B. Tech programme until January 2017
to ensure they have suffcient time to complete the programme by 2019.
Students who will be registering in 2012 for the 1st year of the current B. Tech., and who fail
more than 50% of the courses at the end of the year, will be required to change their registration
to the new programme and will be granted credits on a course-by-course basis in accordance
with information in Table 1 below.
The revised three-year Bachelor of Economics (new curriculum) takes effect from January
2013 and will be completely phased in by 2015. Courses will only be offered based on the
new/revised syllabi in 2013 (1st year), 2014 (2nd year) and 2015 (3rd year). Students who
are admitted into the examination for courses on the old curriculum will be granted only two
opportunities to pass such courses (there will be no retention of semester marks). Students
who fail any of the courses on the old curriculum will be required to repeat such failed courses
based on the syllabi of new/revised corresponding courses. Please refer to Table 2, below,
for detailed information on the new/revised corresponding courses to be done if courses on
the old curriculum are failed.
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The deadline for complete phasing out of the B. Tech. is 2019 after which students must
automatically switch to the new programme and fulfl all requirements based on the new
curriculum.
Table 1 Courses to be credited
Course
Code
Bachelor of Technology in
Economics (Old Courses)
Course
Code
Bachelor of Economics
(Equivalent New/Revised
Courses)
MSS111S Mathematics for Social
Sciences 1A
MFE511S Mathematics for Economists
1A
PEC111S Principles of Economics 1A PMI511S Principles of Microeconomics
MSS112S Mathematics for Social
Sciences 1B
MFE512S Mathematics for Economists
1B
PEC112S Principles of Economics 1B PMA512S Principles of Macroeconomics
CUS411S Computer User Skills CUS411S Computer User Skills
LIP411S Language in Practice LIP411S Language in Practice
LPB0320 Language in Practice B EPR511S English in Practice
BBS111S Basic Business Statistics 1A SFE611S Statistics for Economists 2A
BBS112S Basic Business Statistics 1B SFE612S Statistics for Economists 2B
BAC1100 Business Accounting 1A BAC1100 Business Accounting 1A
BMA121S Introduction to Business
Management
BMA121S Introduction to Business
Management
BAC1200 Business Accounting 1B BAC1200 Business Accounting 1B
BEL112S Business Ethics and
Leadership
BEL112S Business Ethics and
Leadership
Table 2 Corresponding Courses (if Failed). This is not a credit table.
Course
Code
Bachelor of Technology in
Economics (Old Courses)
Course
Code
Bachelor of Economics
(Corresponding New/
Revised Courses to be
Done, if Failed)
MSS111S Mathematics for Social
Sciences 1A
MFE511S Mathematics for Economists
1A
PEC111S Principles of Economics 1A PMI511S Principles of Microeconomics
MSS112S Mathematics for Social
Sciences 1B
MFE512S Mathematics for Economists
1B
PEC112S Principles of Economics 1B PMA512S Principles of
Macroeconomics
IME211S Intermediate
Microeconomics
IMI611S Intermediate Microeconomics
BBS111S Basic Business Statistics 1A SFE611S Statistics for Economists 2A
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MAB211S Money and Banking MAB611S Money and Banking
EAR212S Economics of Agriculture
and Rural Development
EOA611S Economics of Agriculture
IME212S Intermediate
Macroeconomics
IMA612S Intermediate
Macroeconomics
BBS112S Basic Business Statistics
1B
SFE612S Statistics for Economists 2B
ECN411S Economics of Namibia and
SACU Countries A
ENS612S Economics of Namibia and
SACU Countries
ITT312S International Trade INT711S International Trade
TEC411S Transport Economics TEC711S Transport Economics
PFT312S Public Finance and Taxation PFN712S Public Finance
IFN312S International Finance IFN712S International Finance
ECM312S Econometrics ECM712S Econometrics
EGD311S Economics of Growth and
Development
DEC712S Development Economics
Please Note:
Table 2 above, only highlights new/revised core courses in Economics that should be done if
courses on the old Bachelor of Technology curriculum are failed. Service courses from other
Departments are excluded, but the rules of relevant Departments apply to this programme as
well. Old courses that do not have corresponding courses in the new curriculum will continue
to be offered until the old programme is completely phased out. Applied Economic Policy
Analysis and Managerial Economics are the two old courses which do not have equivalents
in the new curriculum.
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BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY IN ECONOMICS 23BECO
(Phasing out 2019)
Regulations
Admission requirements
Applicants holding diploma qualifcations of this or of any other recognised tertiary institution
and who wish to enroll into the programme will be admitted on merit and on a case by case
basis, depending on the assessment of the applicants suitability as well as availability of
facilities and resources. Prospective students wishing to enroll for the programme but without
all the required courses shall be asked to do those courses that they are missing as arrears.
Prospective secondary school students must have passed Mathematics with a D or better
symbol at the Ordinary level. Applicants who score a B or better in Mathematics will not be
required to do and pass Introduction to Mathematics, ITM 111S, frst.
Transition Rules
Although there are no perceived transition problems, it is possible that some students who,
for one reason or another, repeat courses, may fnd themselves adversely affected during the
course of implementing this programme. Such students should consult the Head of Department
who will advise them as best as he can in terms of transition rules.
CURRICULUM
First Year (Not available from 2013)
Semester 1
Course Title Course Code Prerequisites
Principles of Economics 1A PEC111S None
Mathematics for Social Sciences 1A MSS111S Introduction to Mathematics or a B
or better symbol in Mathematics
at the Ordinary level
Computer User Skills CUS411S None
Basic Business Statistics 1A BBS111S Introduction to Mathematics or a B
or better symbol in Mathematics
at Ordinary level
English for Academic Purposes EAP511S Language in Practice B
And any ONE of the following:
Business Accounting 1A BAC1100 None
Introduction to Business Management BMA121S None
Semester 2
Principles of Economics 1B PEC112S None
Mathematics for Social Sciences 1B MSS112S Mathematics for Social Science 1A
Computer User Skills (if not yet taken) CUS411S None
Basic Business Statistics 1B BBS112S Basic Business Statistics 1A
Professional Writing PWR511S Communication Skills/English for
Academic Purposes
And any ONE of the following:
Business Accounting 1B BAC1200 None
Business Ethics & Leadership BEL112S None
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Second Year (Not available from 2014)
Semester 3
Intermediate Microeconomics IME211S Principles of Economics 1A
Mathematics for Economists MEC211S Mathematics for Social Sciences
1A & 1B
Money and Banking MAB211S Principles of Economics1B
Professional Communication PCO611S Communication Skills
And any ONE of the following:
Business Accounting 2A BAC211S Business Accounting 1A & 1B
Business Operations BSO221S None
Semester 4
Intermediate Macroeconomics IME212S Principles of Economics 1B
Mathematical Economics MEC212S Mathematics for Social Sciences
1A & 1B
Financial Intermediation &Institutional FII212S None
Investment
Economics of Agriculture & Rural EAR212S None
Development
And any ONE of the following:
Business Accounting 2B BAC212S Business Accounting 1A & 1B
Business Finance BFS222S None
Third Year (Not available from 2015)
Semester 5
Applied Economic Policy Analysis AEP311S Intermediate Microeconomics &
Macroeconomics
Applied Mathematical Economics AME311S Mathematics for Economists &
Mathematical Economics
Statistics for Economists SEC311S Basic Business Statistics 1A & 1B
Managerial Economics MEN311S Intermediate Microeconomics
And any ONE of the following:
Purchasing & Supply Management PSM321S Business Operations
Economics of Growth & Development EGD311S Intermediate Macroeconomics
Semester 6
Public Finance & Taxation PFT312S Principles of Economics 1A & 1B
International Trade ITT312S Principles of Economics 1A
International Finance IFN312S Principles of Economics 1A
Econometrics ECM312S Statistics for Economists
And any ONE of the following:
Business Logistics & Supply Chain BLM322S Business Operations
Management
Industrial Economics IEC312S Intermediate Microeconomics
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Fourth Year (Not available from 2016)
Semester 7
Research Methodology RMA411S None
Economics of Namibia &SACU ECN411S None
Countries 4A
And any THREE of the following:
(These courses will be offered if and when resources permit and if there is a minimum required
number of students enrolled for the course in question.)
Project Planning & Management PPM411S None
Transport Economics TEC411S None
Mortgage Finance & Real MFI411S None
Estate Investment
History of Economic Thought HET411S None
Corporate Finance CFN411S None
Analytical Economic History AEH411S None
Planning Techniques PLT411S None
Labour Economics LEC411S None
Semester 8
Research Project RPB412S Research Methodology &
Econometrics
Economics of Namibia & SACU ECN412S None
Countries 4B
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TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT
BACHELOR OF TRANSPORT MANAGEMENT 07BTRM
Description
The Bachelor of Transport Management is a three-year degree programme that is aimed at
equipping qualifying students with applied competencies in:
understanding and interpretation of transport safety and traffc management
transport economics
management and regulatory principles
The aim of this programme is to establish Transport Management qualifcations at Bachelor degree
level with exit points at Certifcate and Diploma level for people in the Transport and Logistics
industry that will enable them to perform their respective duties at various levels professionally.
The students will be trained for a market dealing with all areas of Transport Management which
includes Road Safety & Infrastructure Management, Transport Economics, Legal Framework
and Transport Operations Management, as well as preparation for positions in the workplace.
The Bachelor of Transport Management degree is designed to be at NQF Level 7 with 400
credits, including credits allocated to the 1st year Certifcate and 2nd year Diploma exit levels.
Admission Requirements
In addition to the General Admission Requirements (Regulation G12.1) and Mature Age Entry
Scheme (Regulation G12.2) as contained in the Prospectus of the Polytechnic of Namibia,
students shall have a symbol D or better in English. They shall also write a special English
test (not a placement test) which they should pass with at least 50% to be admitted into the
programme. Admission under the Mature Age Entry Scheme shall also consider Recognition
of Prior Learning (RPL).
Students who successfully completed the Transport Management bridging programme will
also be eligible to enrol for this programme.
CURRICULUM
First Year (Certifcate with a minimum of 131 credits. Phased in 2011)
Semester 1
Course Title Course Code Prerequisite
Self Development and Study Skills SDS010S None
Language in Practice LIP411S None
Introduction to Mathematics ITM111S None
Computer User Skills CUS411S None
Introduction to Road Traffc and Transport IRT511S None
Legislation
Principles of Transport Economics PTE511S None
Basic Science BSC410S None
Experiential Learning 1 (TRANSPORT) EXL511S None
Semester 2
English in Practice EPR511S Language in Practice
Business Ethics and Leadership BEL112S None
Information Competence ICT521S None
Law of Evidence and Criminal Procedure LET520S None
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Transport Economics & Procedures TEP512S Principles of Transport
Economics
Principles of Road Safety & Infrastructure PRI512S None
Management
Experiential Learning 2 (TRANSPORT) EXL512S None
Computer User Skills (if not yet taken) CUS411S None
Basic Science (if not yet taken) BSC410S None
Second Year [Diploma with a minimum of 265 credits (including credits allocated to
the Certifcate]. (Phased in 2012)
Semester 3
English for Academic Purposes EAP511S Language in Practice B
Principles of Logistics Management PLM611S None
Road Traffc & Transport Legislation RTL611S None
Intermodal Transport Economics ITE611S Transport Economics &
Procedures
And any ONE of the following:
Road Safety & Infrastructure Management RIM611S Principles of Road Safety &
Infrastructure Management
Transport Operations Management TOM611S Principles of Road Safety &
Infrastructure Management
Semester 4
Professional Writing PWR611S Communication Skills/
English for Academic
Purposes
Operational Logistics Management OLM612S Principles of Logistics
Management
Advanced Road Traffc & Transport ART612S Road Traffc & Transport
Legislation Legislation
Applied Intermodal Transport Economics ATE612S Intermodal Transport
Economics
And any ONE of the following:
Practical Road Safety & Infrastructure PRI612S Road Safety & Infrastructure
Management Management
Practical Transport Operations Management PTO612S Transport Operations
Management
Year 3 (Phased in 2013)
Semester 5
Basic Business Statistics 1A BBS111S Introduction to Mathematics
Project Planning & Management PPM411S None
International and Regional Transport IRT711S Applied Intermodal
Economics Transport Economics
Work Integrated Learning 1 (TRANSPORT) WOL711S Completion and pass of all
courses up to Semester 4.
And any ONE of the following:
Road Safety & Infrastructure Management RIT711S Practical Road Safety &
Techniques Infrastructure Management
Transport Operations Management TOT711S Practical Transport
Techniques Operations Management
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Semester 6
Basic Business Statistics 1B BBS112S Basic Business Statistics 1A
Business Logistics and Supply Chain BLM322S Business Operations
Management
Contemporary Issues CIS610S None
Advanced Transport Economics ATE712S International and Regional
Transport Economics
Work Integrated Learning 2 (TRANSPORT) WOL712S Completion and pass of all
courses up to Semester 4.
And any ONE of the following:
Applied Road Safety & Infrastructure ARM712S Road Safety & Infrastructure
Management Management Techniques
Applied Transport Operations Management ATO712S Transport Operations
Management Techniques
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BACHELOR OF LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT 07BLSM
NQF Level: 7 NQF Credits: 388 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0275
The Bachelor of Logistics and Supply Chain Management is worth 388 credits and registered
at Level 7 on the NQF.
Admission Requirements
Applicants are expected to meet the general admission or mature age entry requirements of
the Polytechnic (GI2.1 & GI2.2 in Part 1 of the Polytechnic Yearbook).
Mode of Delivery
The programme will be offered on the following modes available in the Polytechnic of Namibia:
Full-Time
Part-Time
Distance
CURRICULUM
First Year (Phased in 2013)
Semester 1
Course Course Prerequisites NQF NQF
Title Code Level Credits
Language in Practice LIP411S None 4 NCB
Basic Mathematics BMS411S None 4 12
Computer User Skills CUS411S None 4 10
Introduction to Business BMA121S None 5 10
Management
Business Accounting 1A BAC1100 None 5 10
Introduction to Marketing and its IME511S None 5 10
Environment
Semester 2
Business Ethics and Leadership BEL112S None 6 10
Basic Science BSC410S None 4 8
Marketing Principles MPS512S None 5 10
Information Competence ICT521S None 5 10
English in Practice EPR511S Language in Practice, or 5 NCB
Language in Practice A, or
Module 2, or exemption for
Grade B in English (NSSC
Ordinary Level)
Introduction to Supply Chain ISM511S None 5 10
Management
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Second Year (Phased in 2014)
Semester 3
English for Academic Purposes EAP511S English in Practice, or 5 14
Language in Practice B, or
Module 3, or exemption
Principles of Logistics Management PLM611S None 6 12
Basic Business Statistics 1A BBS111S Basic Mathematics 6 12
Principles of Transport Economics PTE511S None 5 10
Business Operations Management BSO221S None 6 12
Management Information Systems MNS110S None 5 12
Semester 4
Operational Logistics Management OLM612S Principles of Logistics 6 12
Management
Professional Writing PWR611S English for Academic 6 14
Purposes, or
Communication Skills, or
Module 4 or Exemption
Transport Economics & Procedures TEP512S Principles of Transport 5 10
Economics
Basic Business Statistics 1B BBS112S Basic Business Statistics 1A 6 12
Business Finance BFS222S None 6 12
Enterprise Systems Applications ESA310S Management Information 6 12
Systems
Data Analysis and Reporting DAR611S None 6 12
Third Year (Phasing in 2015)
Semester 5
Supply Chain Management SCM711S Principles of Logistics 7 12
Management
Project Management PTM611S None 7 12
Contemporary Issues CIS610S None 6 12
Innovation, Creativity and ICE712S None 7 12
Entrepreneurship
Elements of Maritime Transport EMT711S None 6 12
Commercial Law 1A CML111S None 5 12
Semester 6
Commercial Law 1B CML112S Commercial Law 1A 5 12
Global Supply Chain Management GSM712S None 7 12
Work Integrated Learning (Logistics) WIG712S Project Management 7 36
Special Arrangements for Work Integrated Learning
Work Integrated Learning (WIL) is incorporated in the 6
th
semester, following the project
management course completed in the 5
th
semester. The work integrated learning requires
students to undertake a work/industry related project to ensure that practical experience is
gained by a student on completion of the programme. The work integrated learning experience
and resultant project comprises of 36 credits (360 notional hours) of the total programme.
Students with assistance from the academic supervisor will be required through-out the 5
th

semester to identify a placement in industry.
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The student will then sign an agreement provided by the academic supervisor with the
organisation that has approved the placement, and assigned an industry supervisor to the
student.
The agreement will include the job description of the student, together with a project plan
compiled by the student that will count towards the fnal mark of WIL.
Once the project plan has been approved by the academic supervisor, the work-integrated
learning can commence. The work-integrated learning process through-out the 6
th
semester
should be documented and a short report should be given to the academic supervisor on a 2
weekly basis, after approval by the industry supervisor.
The time-period for the experiential learning will span over 16 weeks, to ensure the students
fulfl their requirements of 360 hours.
The student will be required to compile a fnal report on all activities and project during the
WIL process, and produce it to the academic supervisor at the end of the semester that will
count towards the fnal mark of WIL.
A presentation will be required by student at the end of the semester that will count towards
the fnal mark of WIL.
The fnal mark of the student will be calculated according to the following:
Project Plan: 10%
2 Week Reports: 10%
Final Report: 70% (60% Academic supervisor, 40% Industry supervisor)
Presentation: 10%
The role of the student is to undergo the training, as broadly specifed by the academic
department and offered by the company.

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LANGUAGES
BACHELOR OF ENGLISH 25BAEN
NQF Level: 7 NQF Credits: 391 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0143
Description
The Bachelor of English degree is a 3-year contextualised programme (Full-time/Part-time)
that blends Language (English) and Literature in English. The degree programme lays special
emphasis on work integrated learning or practice.
Admission Requirements
In addition to the General Admission Requirements (Regulation GI2.1) and Mature Age Entry
Scheme (Regulation GI2.2) as contained in Part 1 of the Polytechnic Yearbook, students shall
have symbol D or better in English. They shall also write a special English test (not a placement
test) which they should pass with at least 50% to be admitted into the programme. Admission
under the Mature Age Entry Scheme shall also consider Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
Regulations
The programme shall be governed by the following regulations:
a. The Bachelor of English degree shall begin in year 1 and shall consist of 24 courses from
year 1 to year 3.
b. In order to complete the Bachelor of English degree, a student shall pass 23 taught courses
plus Work Integrated Learning (which shall extend over one semester).
c. The Bachelor of English degree shall consist of core courses in Linguistics/ English
Language and Literature, and, in addition to Work Integrated Learning, basic studies
and electives in Mathematics, Information Technology, Communication, and the Social
Sciences.
CURRICULUM
First Year
Semester 1
Course Course Prerequisite NQF NQF
Title Code Level Credit
Introduction to Linguistics ILS111S None 5 15
Introduction to Literature ILT111S None 5 15
Basic Mathematics BMS411S None 4 12
Computer User Skills CUS411S None 4 10
Intercultural Communication ICC111S None 5 15
Semester 2
Introduction to Phonetics and IPP112S None 5 15
Phonology
The Study of Prose TSP112S None 5 15
Introduction to Sociology ISO0100 None 5 12
Introduction to Political Science IPS0100 None 5 13
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Second Year
Semester 3
English Morphology EMP211S None 6 15
Theory and Practice of Poetry TPP211S None 6 15
Namibian Literature in English NLE211S None 6 15
Rhetorical Theory and Criticism RTC211S None 6 15
Semester 4
English Syntax ESY212S None 6 15
Theory and Practice of Drama TPD212S None 6 15
Literary Criticism LCR212S None 6 15
Public Speaking and PSA212S None 6 15
Argumentation
International Relations and IRO311S None 6 14
Organisations
Third Year
Semester 5
Work Integrated Learning WLL311S None 7 60
Semester 6
Psycholinguistics PCL312S None 7 15
Semantics SMT312S None 7 15
English as a Second Language ESL312S None 7 15
African Literature AFL312S None 7 15
Management Communication MCO312S None 7 15
Assessment
(a) Full-time and Part-time students
Continuous Assessment/Evaluation: 60% of the Final Mark
Final Examination: 40% of the Final Mark
A candidate will gain admission to the examination by obtaining a continuous assessment mark
of at least 40%. In order to pass the subject, a student needs a fnal mark of at least 50%. A
student needs to obtain a minimum of 40% for the examination paper.
(b) Distance Education Students
Continuous Assessment/Evaluation: 40% of the Final Mark
Final Examination: 60% of the Final Mark
A candidate will gain admission to the examination by obtaining a continuous assessment mark
of at least 40%. In order to pass the subject, a student needs a fnal mark of at least 50% A
student needs to obtain a minimum of 40% for the examination paper.
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COMMUNICATION
BACHELOR OF COMMUNICATION 25BACO
NQF Level: 7 NQF Credits: 395 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0145
Description
The Bachelor of Communication is a three-year degree programme (offered on a Full-time, Part-
time and Distance Education mode) that is aimed at equipping students with both theoretical
knowledge and practical skills in communication management and administration. Holders of
this degree will have communication skills that will enable them to effectively design, manage
and evaluate communication processes that involve individuals, groups, organisations and the
public. The degree programmes Work Integrated Learning component will provide students
with the necessary experiential learning at the workplace.
Admission Requirements
In addition to the General Admission Requirements (Regulation GI2.1) and Mature Age Entry
Scheme (Regulation GI2.2) as contained in Part 1 of the Polytechnic Yearbook, students should
have a D symbol or better in English. They shall also write a special English test (not a placement
test) which they should pass with at least 50 % to be admitted into the programme. Admission
under the Mature Age Entry Scheme shall also consider Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
Regulations
The programme shall be governed by the following regulations:
The Bachelor of Communication shall be awarded to candidates who have obtained the relevant
total NQF credits (depending on elective choices) as per the curriculum requirements. The
Bachelor of Communication degree shall begin in year 1 and shall consist of a total of 24 courses
from year 1 to year 3.This means that in order to complete the Bachelor of Communication
degree, a student has to pass the 23 taught courses (which include electives) plus the1 Work
Integrated Learning component (which shall extend over one semester). The Bachelor of
Communication Degree shall consist of core courses in Communication, and, in addition to Work
Integrated Learning (Internship), other courses which include Basic Mathematics, Information
and Communication Technology, and electives from the Social Sciences.
In order to complete the Bachelor of Communication degree, a student is also encouraged
to study another language other than English and to produce certifed proof of a pass in said
language (at whatever level). This shall be a non-credit bearing course and original certifcation
must be presented to the course co-ordinator at the start or the end of the programme.
Attendance
Attendance at lectures shall be compulsory. Each week, full-time and part-time students shall
be required to attend lectures and laboratory hours as stipulated in the course outline of each
course. As proof of attendance, students shall be required to sign an attendance list.
Assessment
a. All courses, except the Work Integrated Learning component which comprises a
semesters portfolio and is moderated, will be examined at the end of the semester in
which they are taught.
b. Written Examination papers will count for 40% and Continuous Assessment (CASS)
60% in each course.
c. Continuous Assessment (CASS) for each course may include a relevant small-scale
project.
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CURRICULUM
Note: The sequiences of these courses may differ for the different-co-horts.
First Year
Semester 1 (5 courses)
Course Course Prerequisite NQF NQF
Title Code Level Credit
Introduction to Communication 1A ICO111S None 5 15
Intercultural Communication ICC111S None 5 15
Basic Mathematics BMS411S None 5 15
Computer User Skills CUS411S None 4 10
Principles of Microeconomics IMI611S None 5 15

Semester 2 (5 courses)
Introduction to Communication 1B ICO112S None 5 15
Non Verbal Communication NVC112S None 5 15
Organisational Communication OCO112S None 5 15
Group Dynamics and GDC212S None 6 15
Communication
Gender Communication GCO212S None 6 15

Second Year
Semester 3 (4 courses)
Rhetorical Theory and RTC211S None 6 15
Criticism
Web Communication WCO211S None 6 15
Introduction to Marketing and IME511S None 5 15
Its Environment
Plus ONE of the following Electives:
Introduction to Public IPM111S None 6 12
Management
Introduction to Sociology ISO0100 None 6 12

Semester 4 (4 courses)
Specialised Writing SPW212S None 6 15
Public Speaking and PSA212S None 6 15
Argumentation
Public Relations: Theory and PRT310S None 6 15
Practice
Introduction to Political IPS0100 None 6 13
Science

Third Year
Semester 5 (1 course/component)
Work Integrated Learning WIL311S None 7 60

Semester 6 (4 courses)
Legal and Ethical Issues in LEC312S None 7 15
Communication
Management Communication MCO312S None 7 15
Persuasion and Propaganda PAP312S None 7 15
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Plus TWO of the following Electives:
Mediation Communication MCM312S None 7 15
International Relations and IRO311S None 7 15
Organisations
EXIT LEVEL SERVICE COURSES
The service courses offered by the Department of Communication are exit level courses,
subject to the requirements of the respective programmes across the institution.
1. Exit level service courses offered in this department are:
English for Academic Purposes (EAP511S) or Communication Skills (CSK0420)
Professional Writing (PWR611S)
Professional Communication (PCO611S)
2. On condition there is a suffcient number of registered students in a course, a course
shall be offered every semester. A limited number of students shall be registered every
semester for each class, subject to the availability of staff.
3. The English exit level service courses Professional Communication (PCO611S) and
Professional Writing (PFW611S) require a pass in English for Academic Purposes (EAP
511S) and/or relevant exemption.
4. Students who have English qualifications from other institutions and those with
qualifcations from institutions where English was the language of instruction are
required to consult the department before registering for an English service course in
this department. (See, for example, number 9 under Exemptions below.)
5. English for Academic Purposes (EAP511S) is compulsory, subject to the provisions for
placement testing and exemption.
6. Professional Writing (PFW611S) and Professional Communication (PCO611S) are
compulsory, subject to the requirements of the respective degree programmes across
the institution.
7. Professional Writing (PFW611S) and Professional Communication (PCO611S) may
be taken in any order or simultaneously depending on the students load and major
programme or orientation.
Exemptions
1. Students with a grade 1, 2, or 3 pass in English as a Second Language at HIGCSE
(Higher International General Certifcate of Secondary Education) or Namibia Senior
Secondary Certifcate (NSSC) Higher level or an equivalent school-leaving certifcate
examination shall be exempted from LIP411S (the institutional core course) and English
in Practice (EPR511S).
2. Students with a grade 1, 2, 3, or 4 pass in First Language English at HIGCSE or Namibia
Senior Secondary Certifcate (NSSC) Higher level or an equivalent school-leaving
certifcate examination shall be exempted from LIP (the institutional core course), English
in Practice (EPR511S) and English for Academic Purposes (EAP511S).
3. Students with a grade B pass in English as a Second Language at IGCSE or Namibia
Senior Secondary Certifcate (NSSC) Ordinary level or an equivalent school-leaving
certifcate examination shall be exempted from LIP (the institutional core course).
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4. Students with a grade A pass in English as a Second Language at IGCSE or Namibia
Senior Secondary Certifcate (NSSC) Ordinary level or an equivalent school-leaving
certifcate examination shall be exempted from LIP (the institutional core course) and
English in Practice (EPR511S).
5. Students with a grade A or B pass in First Language English at IGCSE or Namibia
Senior Secondary Certifcate (NSSC) Ordinary level or an equivalent school- leaving
certifcate examination shall be exempted from LIP (the institutional core course) and
English in Practice (EPR511S).
6. Students who completed the NAMCOL English Communication Course (Modules 1 to
4) shall be exempted from LIP (the institutional core course).
7. Students who completed English Communication courses or their equivalents eight or
more years previously shall not be exempted from any English service course, without
prior consultation with the department.
8. Students who have completed the English Transport Foundation course are exempted
from LIP (the institutional core course) and English in Practice (EPR511S).
9. Students who completed the English Communication and Study Skills 1,2 and 3 (over
three semesters); or the UCA or ULEA/Communication Skills courses offered at the
UNAM Language Centre can register for Professional Writing (PWR611S) or Professional
Communication (PCO611S) at Polytechnic of Namibia.
Progression Rule
Generally, a student has to pass a lower service course before he can register for a higher one.
In addition, students are requested to familiarise themselves with the particular requirements
of the programme they register for, as the progression rule may vary.
Retention of Semester Mark
Retention of semester mark shall be allowed in accordance with Rule AC4.3.6 in Part 1 of the
Polytechnic Yearbook.
Assessment
Distance Education Students:
Continuous Assessment/Evaluation: 30% of the Final Mark
Final Examination: 70% of the Final Mark
A candidate will gain admission to the examination by obtaining a Continuous Assessment
mark of at least 40%. In order to pass the subject, a student needs a fnal mark of at least
50%. A student needs to obtain a minimum of 40% for the examination paper.
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HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM MANAGEMENT
BACHELOR OF HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT 27BHMN
(Phasing out from 2012)

Description
The Bachelor of Hospitality Management is aimed at equipping students with necessary
advanced knowledge, expertise and strategic skills necessary for upper-level managerial
jobs, such as hotel general managers and divisional managers,. The students may also opt
to develop and run their own hospitality businesses.
Admission
The programme is aimed at individuals who have completed a National Diploma in Hospitality
Management.
CURRICULUM

Fourth Year
Semester 7
Course Title Course Code Prerequisites
Research Methodology RME410S None
Hospitality Operations
Management HOM410S Rooms Division Management/
Food & Beverage Management
Strategic Management in
Hospitality & Tourism SMH410S None
Managing Human Resources in
Hospitality and Tourism
Organisations MHR410S Human Resource Management 1
(Hospitality and Tourism)
Semester 8
Financial Management in
Hospitality & Tourism FMH420S Financial Control I
Developing and Managing
Small Hospitality Property DMH420S Rooms Division Management &
Food and Beverage Management &
Strategic Management in
Hospitality & Tourism &
Management. Human
Resources in Hospitality & Tourism
Strategic Marketing in SHT420S Marketing 1 (Hotel and Tourism)
Hospitality & Tourism
Hospitality Research Project HRP420S Research Methodology
NOTES:
Vacation Schools are compulsory for students enrolled for all of the above courses.
The last cohort of students, to be registered for the 4th year in 2016, would have until
2018 to complete this out-phasing programme.
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BACHELOR OF TRAVEL AND TOURISM MANAGEMENT 27BTTM
(Phasing out from 2013)
The Bachelor of Travel and Tourism Management is aimed at providing students with a holistic
understanding of the elements of travel and tourism within the social, economic and cultural
fabric of society, appreciation of the relationships among the various elements of the industry,
as well as the ability to apply appropriate evaluative and management strategies to situations
involving travel and tourism.
Admission
The programme is aimed at individuals who have completed the National Diploma in Travel
and Tourism Management.
CURRICULUM

Fourth Year (Phasing out 2019) (Last intake 2017)
Semester 7
Course Title Course Code Prerequisites
Research Methodology RME410S None
Strategic Management in
Hospitality & Tourism SMH410S None
Tourism Policy & Planning TPP410S None
Managing Human Resources in
Hospitality & Tourism Organisations MHR410S Human Resource Man 1
(Hospitality and Tourism)
Semester 8
Ecotourism Planning &
Management EPM420S None
Financial Management in
Hospitality & Tourism FMH420S Financial Control 1
Strategic Marketing in
Hospitality and Tourism SHT420S Marketing 1 (Hotel & Tourism)
Tourism Research Project TRP420S Research Methodology
NOTE: Vacation Schools are compulsory for students enrolled for all of the above
courses.
The last cohort of student to be registered for the 4th year in 2017, would have until 2019 to
complete the phasing out programme.
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NATURE CONSERVATION
CERTIFICATE IN COMMUNITY-BASED NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
27CNRM

This certifcate focuses on the attributes that will equip high potential entry-level practitioners
of community-based natural resource management with relevant managerial and research
skills. The study programme concentrates on improved productivity and effective management
of natural and human resources.
Admission Requirements
Any person may be admitted to this study programme if s/he is in possession of a diploma/
degree in the feld of Natural Resources Management (Nature Conservation, Agriculture, Land
Management and/or any other related feld).
Examination Requirements
A year mark of 50 % is required for admission to examinations where applicable. All courses
require a fnal mark of at least 50 % to pass.
Tuition and Delivery Mode
Tuition will be offered through the distance education mode and will extend over one academic
year. The CBNRM course offered in the Bachelor of Technology (Nature Conservation)
programme is the same as for this certifcate and the course will run concurrently as one course.
Practical
Students must pass the practical evaluation at the end of the practical session with a minimum
of 50 %. The practical session will be for more or less one week (face-to-face). Students
are responsible for their own travel and accommodation costs. A fee is payable for meals, if
provided by the institution.
CURRICULUM
Course Title Course Code Prerequisites
Community Based-Natural Resource
Management CBR410Y None
Practical 4 BTN004P None
Research Project PRO101N None
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CERTIFICATE IN NAMIBIAN ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION 27NEEC

This certifcate is an introductory Environmental Education (EE) study programme for adults
who wish to know more about applying environmental education in their community or work.
The NEEC is most valuable to people who are involved with EE and those who intend to
become involved in EE. The NEEC is a competence-based study programme and therefore
aims to help students develop practical, foundational and refexive competencies.
Admission Requirements
There are no minimum qualifcations needed to join the study programme, however participants
must be profcient in spoken and written English. In addition, a pre-course assignment is a
requirement along with the application. Preference for selection will be given to those people
who have frm links with environmental education, either in a community or work context.
Assessment Requirements
Assessment will be continuous and outcomes-based. Students need to continually refect on
their participation and professional development. Assessment is done through a review of:
Draft and fnal versions of written assignments;
Group work and presentations; and
A portfolio of work.
Evidence of learning will be obtained from students assignments, participation in group settings
and critical self-refection.
Tuition and Delivery Mode
Tuition will be offered through the distance education mode and will extend over one academic
year. Students need to attend four compulsory face-to-face contact sessions/vacation schools.
Students are further encouraged to form study groups with fellow participants in the same
region. Within study groups, students will do group activities and support each others learning.
CURRICULUM

Course Title Course Code Prerequisites
Our Environment: Issues, risks and responses OEM101Y None
Developing, implementing and evaluating environmental
education curriculum, programmes and resources DIE101Y None
Environmental education approaches: theory and practice EEA101Y None
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TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING 04CVET
Programme Aims/Purpose
The purpose of this programme is to equip in-service and pre-service vocational instructors
with instructional competencies that will enable them to develop their instructional skills in a
more conducive and focused manner. The programme recognises the major attributes that a
vocational instructor must possess and which will enable him/her to transfer knowledge and
skills to vocational trainees in a trainee centred manner. On completion of the programme,
the student should be able to actively participate in instructional activities and assessment
of performance standards within a formal training environment such as vocational training
centres. The content of the unit standard-based qualifcation was developed by the Namibia
Training Authority (NTA) in cooperation with various stake holders. DTVET has developed a
comprehensive programme with the aim to ensure that a broader base is created that would
enable students to achieve the outcomes in an integrated manner. This programme forms the
foundation for the Higher Certifcate (Level 5) and the Diploma in VET (Level 6). The resultant
qualifcation is also of value for industrial trainers and private skills training providers.

Programme Rationale
The training programme for the Certifcate VET is based on the outcomes of unit standards
already registered on the NQF for this award. The content of the unit standards was not
changed during the development process. To increase the academic value of the training
programme/qualifcation, related/supporting unit standards were packaged under specifc sub-
felds of specialisation. Additional competencies which are regarded as essential are included
in the training programme. This enrichment is in line with PoN policies and will enhance the
overall competency profle of students and increase their ability to teach and instruct as well
as their employability after graduation.

Exit Programme Outcomes (Qualifcation Outcomes)
The CVET: Trainer (Level 4) is awarded to people who have demonstrated the skills and
knowledge to facilitate competency-based training to individuals as well as groups, work
effectively within the legislative and regulatory imperatives applicable to education and training
in Namibia, and comply with the requirements of competency-based assessment.
The main focus of the qualifcation is to ensure that all trainers within the vocational education
and training system:
Are adequately equipped to undertake their essential and demanding teaching,
training and assessment tasks within the context of the NQF;
Enhance their professional competence and performance which is deservedly held
in high regard nationally and internationally; and to
Create a community of competent trainers dedicated to providing education and
training of high quality with a high level of performance as well as ethical and
professional standards of conduct (NTA: 2010).

On completing the programme students should be able to:
Transfer knowledge, skills and values to vocational trainees on an equitable basis;
Demonstrate during instructional activities a deep understanding and appreciation
of the different ways in which people learn and understand;
Handle trainees within the training environment with respect and tolerance;
Ensure that the training environment is safe and conducive for the learning process;
Motivate trainees via formative and diagnostic assessment methods under his/her
care to reach their full potential;
Act in a professional manner and promote the teaching and training profession on a
continuous basis.
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Criteria for Admission
Potential students must frstly meet the General Admission Requirements of the PoN (GI2.1).
Candidates who meet the Mature Age Entry requirements of the Polytechnic (GI2.2 in the
Prospectus) may also be considered for admission to this programme. Potential candidates
must be qualifed in a designated trade, with at least three years relevant industrial experience.
Pre-requisites for admission to this qualifcation must frst be obtained before registration for
the qualifcation can take place.
Articulation Arrangements
Transfer of credits will be dealt with according to the Polytechnics regulations on Recognition
of Prior Learning. These provide for course-by-course credits as well as credit transfer by
volume under certain academic conditions. Maximum credit that can be granted is 50 % of
the credits for a qualifcation.
This qualifcation provides opportunities for students to progress to the next level, Higher
Certifcate in Vocational Education and Training: Trainer (Level 5).
Mode of Delivery
This programme will be delivered on the full-time, part-time and distance (block release system)
modes in accordance with PoN rules and regulations.

Requirements for Qualifcation Award
This qualifcation will be awarded to students credited with a minimum of 137 credits, and who
have met the detailed requirements as set out below. In addition, students should meet the
administrative and fnancial requirements as spelt out in Part 1 of the PoN Yearbook.
Students are required to complete ffteen (15) compulsory courses. Nine (9) coures are based
on approved/registered unit standards while four (4) institutional core courses (also subsuming
some of the required unit standards) are included. Two (2) courses are based on departmental
requirements to enrich the programme.
Certifcate in Vocational Education and Training: Trainer 04CVET
CURRICULUM
NQF Level: 4 NQF Credits: 137 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0282
First Year (Phased in 2013)
Semester 1
Course Title Course Prerequisite NQF NQF
Code Level Credits
Basic Mathematics BMS411S None 4 12
Competency-Based Assessment A CBA410S None 4 15
Computer User Skills CUS411S None 4 10
Education Theory and Practice A ETP410S None 4 12
Instructional and Learning
Strategies A ILS410S None 4 8
Language in Practice LIP411S None 4 NCB
Professional Development and
Practice A PDP410S None 4 7
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Semester 2
Basic Science BSC410S None 4 8
Competency-Based Assessment B CBA420S None 4 10
Education Theory and Practice B ETP420S None 4 10
ICT Application Skills IAS420S None 4 10
Instructional and Learning
Strategies B ILS420S None 5 16
Introduction to VET IVT420S None 4 8
Occupational Health and Safety OSH420S None 4 3
Professional Development and
Practice B PDP420S None 5 8
Higher Certifcate in Vocational Education and Training: Trainer 05HCVT
NQF Level: 5 NQF Credits: 142 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0283
First Year (Phased in 2014)
Semester 1
Assessment in VET A ASS510S None 4 15
Education Theory and Practice A ETP510S None 5 16
Information Competence ICT521S None 5 10
ICT for Educators A ITE510S None 4 17
Training in VET TVT510S None 5 17
Semester 2
Assessment in VET B ASS520S None 4 15
Education Theory and Practice B ETP520S None 5 16
ICT for Educators B ITE520S None 5 16
Language and Communication
Strategies LCS520S None 5 10
Research Principles in VET RPV520S None 5 10
Diploma in Vocational Education and Training Management 06DVET
NQF Level: 6 NQF Credits: 230 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0284
First Year (Phasing in 2015)
Semester 1
Human Resources Management
in VET HRV610S None 5 10
Moderation of Competency-based
Assessment A MCA610S None 6 10
Quality Assurance Management A QAM610S None 6 10
Strategic Management in VET A SMV610S None 6 15
Training Needs Analysis TNA610S None 5 10
Plus one of the following elective courses:
Distance Learning in VET DLV610S None 6 12
Marketing for VET A MVT610S None 5 10
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Semester 2
Confict Management in a VET
Environment CMV620S None 5 8
Design and Deliver Training
Packages DDT620S None 6 15
Moderation of Competency-based
Assessment B MCA620S None 6 10
Quality Assurance Management B QAM620S None 6 10
Strategic Management in VET B SMV620S None 6 10
Plus one of the following corresponding elective courses (based on selection in
semester 1):
E-learning in VET ELV620S None 6 10
Marketing for VET B MVT620S None 5 10
Second Year (Phasing in 2016)
Semester 3
Management of Budgets in VET MBV630S None 5 15
Research in VET A RMV630S None 6 10
Strategic Management in VET C SMV630S None 6 10
Training Management Skills A TMS630S None 6 15
Plus the following Elective course (ONLY if the requirement for elective courses
{minimum 20 credits} has not been fulflled in semesters 1 and 2):
Project Management within the
VET Environment PMV630S None 6 15
Semester 4
Asset Management AMT640S None 5 15
Contemporary Issues CIS610S None 6 12
Training Management Skills B TMS640S None 6 15
Research in VET B RMV640S None 6 10
Plus the following Elective courses (ONLY if the requirement for elective courses
{minimum 20 credits} has not been fulflled in the previous semesters)
Managing Contracts in VET MCV640S None 6 12
Monitor Staff Performance in a
VET Environment MSV640S None 6 8

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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
DISTANCE EDUCATION: QUALIFICATIONS
The following qualifcations are offered on the distance education mode of study:
Bachelor of English Honours
Bachelor of Public Management Honours
Bachelor of Marketing Honours
Bachelor of Human Resources Management Honours

LANGUAGES
BACHELOR OF ENGLISH HONOURS 25BHEN
NQF Level: 8 NQF Credits: 150 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0144
Description
The Bachelor of English Honours degree is a 1-year postgraduate programme (Full-time/
Part-time) that blends Language (English) and Literature in English. The degree programme
lays special emphasis on research.
Admission Requirements
Admission to the Bachelor of English Honours degree programme in English shall be granted
to holders of Bachelor degrees in English, BA General Degrees in English, or equivalent
qualifcations provided that the average mark obtained in the programme shall be 60%.
Regulations
The programme shall be governed by the following regulations:
a. The Bachelor of English Honours shall consist of 10 courses.
b. The Bachelor of English Honours shall consist of courses in Linguistics/ English Language
and Literature.
c. In order to complete the Bachelor of English Honours a student shall pass 8 taught
courses plus a mini thesis (which shall count for two courses) on a topic approved by a
supervisor or supervisors.
d. The student shall do a mini thesis in either Linguistics/English Language or Literature or
a combination of English Language and Literature.
e. The mini thesis shall be between 12 000 and 15 000 words in length and shall be submitted
by the end of the second semester.
CURRICULUM

Semester 1
Course Course Prerequisite NQF NQF
Title Code Level Credits
Research Methods RMT411S None 8 15
Pragmatics PRM411S None 8 15
Language Policy and Planning LPP411S None 8 15
Literary Theory LIT411S None 8 15
Oral Literature in Namibia OLN411S None 8 15
Dissertation (if not yet taken) DIS412S Research Methods 8 30
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Semester 2
Dissertation DIS412S Research Methods 8 30
Sociolinguistics SLL412S None 8 15
Stylistics SYL412S None 8 15
And any ONE of the following elective courses:
A Period in Literature PLI412S None 8 15
Childrens Literature CHI412S None 8 15
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PUBLIC MANAGEMENT
BACHELOR OF PUBLIC MANAGEMENT HONOURS 08BHPM
(Being revised for 2015. No intake in 2014.)
NQF Level: 8 NQF Credits: 120 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0154
Description
This qualifcation is designed to enhance knowledge of the changing dynamics of public
policy and management and expand the conceptual and practical skills for taking national,
regional, international perspective on public management. The qualifcation combines the
study of public management with special areas of development management, organisation-
al management, environment and social policy. The qualifcation will furthermore facilitate
critical and creative thinking about multi-organisational and institutional development and the
central, regional and local levels of the public sector.
Admission Requirements
Students who have completed the National Diploma in Public Administration or the Bachelor
of Public Management at the Polytechnic of Namibia can enrol for the Bachelor of Public
Management Honours provided that they have completed the following non-diploma courses,
and they have an average of 60% and above for the programme:
Computer User Skills CUS411S None
Basic Business Statistics 1A BBS111S Basic Mathematics/Introduction to
Mathematics or Grade 12 with a
Symbol B in Mathematics
Basic Business Statistics 1B BBS112S Basic Business Statistics 1A
Regional & Local Government in RLG211S Introduction to Public Management
Namibia (Public Administration1)
Professional Writing PWR611S Communication Skills / English for
Academic Purposes

CURRICULUM
Semester 1
Course Course Prerequisite NQF NQF
Title Code Level Credits
Research Methodology HRM810S 8 15
Project Planning and Management PPM810S 8 15
Comparative Public Management CPM810S Public Management in 8 15
Namibia
Any ONE of the following:
Management of Public Enterprises MPE810S Public Management in 8 15
Namibia
Regional Development Planning RDP810S Regional and Local 8 15
Goverment
Semester 2
Mini Thesis MTS812S Research Methodology 8 30
Ethics and Accountability ETA820S None 8 15
Any ONE of the following:
Public Private Partnership PPP820S Public Management in 8 15
Management Namibia
Environmental Management EMA820S None 8 15
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MARKETING
BACHELOR OF MARKETING HONOURS 08HMAR
(Phased in 2014)
NQF Level: 8 NQF Credits: 120 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0267
Admission Requirements
In order to be admitted to this programme, applicants must have a Bachelors degree in
Marketing, or an equivalent qualifcation at NQF Level 7 of at least 360 credits, with a minimum
aggregate of 60% in major (marketing) subjects at exit level.
Applicants who have completed the current National Diploma in Marketing (phased-in in 2009)
can gain admission into the Bachelor of Marketing Honours provided they have an overall
average of at least 65% in their third year courses. In addition, applicants should have passed
Product Pricing Management or an equivalent course. Applicants may be allowed to register
for this course concurrently with Honours degree courses if resources permit. This particular
group of applicants will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis for purposes of admission.
Applicants with a National Diploma in Marketing awarded by the Polytechnic of Namibia as part
of its 2006/07 curriculum will be considered for admission to this programme provided they have
an overall average of at least 65% in their third year courses. In addition, applicants should
have passed Product Pricing Management, Marketing Research and Market Intelligence as
well as Electronic & Web-Based Marketing. This particular group of students will be evaluated
on a case-by-case basis for purposes of admission.
Applicants who are admitted to the programme may be required to make up for any defciencies,
as deemed necessary by the Head of Department.

Articulation Arrangements
Transfer of credits will be dealt with according to the Polytechnics regulations on Recognition
of Prior Learning. These provide for course-by-course credits as well as credit transfer by
volume under certain academic conditions. Maximum credit that can be granted is 50 % of
the credits for a qualifcation.
Graduates of this programme will be able to pursue further studies at NQF level 9 in Marketing,
or a related cognate area of learning.
CURRICULUM
Semester 1
Course Course Prerequisite NQF NQF
Title Code Level Credits
International Marketing Management IMT811S None 8 15
Strategic Marketing Management: SMG811S None 8 15
Analysis, Planning & Decision Making
Product Innovation & Project PIM811S None 8 15
Management
Research Methodology RMA811S None 8 15
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Semester 2
Value and Supply Chain Management VSM812S None 8 15
Mini Thesis MTS812S Research Methodology 8 30
Plus ONE of the following Elective courses:
Specialised & Cause Related Marketing SCM812S None 8 15
Customer Care & Relationship CRM812S None 8 15
Marketing
Intercultural Communications and ICM812S None 8 15
Negotiation Management
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HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
BACHELOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT HONOURS 08HRMH
NQF Level: 8 NQF Credits: 120 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0256

Criteria for Admission
In order to be admitted to the Honours programme, candidates must have a Bachelors degree
in Human Resources Management worth at least 360 credits at NQF Level 7 or an equivalent
qualifcation. A student will also be required to have a pass mark of at least 65% in the core
human resources management subjects/courses.
Students with a National Diploma in Human Resources Management awarded by the
Polytechnic of Namibia as part of its 2006 curriculum in HRM will be considered for admission
to this programme provided they have a pass mark of at least 65% in the core human resources
management subjects/courses and they have done the course Performance Management
and Productivity Measurement. They will be allowed, alternatively, to register for this course
concurrently with Honours degree courses.
Holders of National Diplomas in Human Resources Management and Personnel Management
awarded by the Polytechnic of Namibia prior to its 2006 curriculum will be evaluated on a
case-by-case basis for purposes of admission.
Applicants who are admitted to the programme may be required to make up for any defciencies,
as deemed necessary by the Head of Department.
Articulation Arrangements
Transfer of credits will be dealt with according to the Polytechnics regulations on Recognition of
Prior Learning. This provides for course-by-course credits as well as credit transfer by volume
under certain academic conditions. Maximum credit transfer that can be granted is 50%
of the credits for a qualifcation.
Requirements for Qualifcation Award
This qualifcation will be awarded to students credited with a minimum of 120 credits at NQF
Level 8. In addition, students should meet the administrative and fnancial requirements as
spelt out in Part 1 of the Polychnic Yearbook.
The programme provides for electives in the frst and second semesters as indicated in the
table below.
In the frst semester, students must take three compulsory courses worth forty fve (45) credits.
The student can then take one elective course from a choice of three worth 15 credits. The
total credits for the frst semester is 60.
In the second semester, students must do a Mini Thesis as a compulsory project worth 30
credits at level 8 and elect two other courses from a choice of four worth a total of 30 credits.
The total credits for semester two is 60.

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Programme Aims/Purpose
This programme will provide students with deepened, comprehensive and systematic human
resources management skills needed to take/make complex decisions in the market place. It is
aimed at propelling students into the realm of being human resources practitioners and experts
with exemplary strategic thinking capacity. Students will also have critical understanding of the
guiding principles, theories, methodologies and practices of human resources management
and strategic thinking.
The programme is dedicated to developing existing and new human resources practitioners
by offering expanded professional and academic diverse knowledge to solving diffcult but
strategically based human resources management problems through self and/or group research.
Programme Outcomes
Upon completing this programme, students will be able to:
Design and implement practical/creative human resources solutions in different
environments.
Analyse effectively Human Resources Management problems and implement
competitive solutions.
Demonstrate a wide range of scholastic and technical skills in Human Resources
Management.
Plan, formulate and implement Human Resources Management strategies to create a
conducive work environment.
Analyse and direct Human Resources Management best practices in organisations.
Plan operations and independently manage the affairs of the Human Resources
Management unit at different functional levels.
Design and conduct supervised applied research in any functional area of Human
Resources Management.
Design and implement effective learning programmes in diverse felds of Human
Resources Management.
Transition Arrangements
This is a new programme that does not replace any existing programme(s). The new
programme takes effect from January 2012. The existing 4-year Bachelor of Human Resources
Management degree will be phased out systematically until 2013 with minimal disruption to
existing students learning progression.
Students who are registered for the fourth year of the Bachelor of Human Resources
Management will be allowed to transfer to the new Honours degree from 2012 onwards
provided they have completed the current National Diploma and attained at least 65% in the
core human resources management courses. Such students run the risk of losing credits and
will, therefore, be encouraged to complete the fourth year of the Bachelor of Human Resources
Management instead. Also, students who opt to transition to the new Honours degree will be
required to complete a Mini-Thesis based on a new research topic.
Only the new courses will be offered from January 2012 and students in the fourth-year of
the out-phasing Bachelor of Human Resources Management programme will, therefore, be
required to complete outstanding courses based on the new syllabi.
Requirements for Qualifcation Award
In addition to meeting all administrative, fnancial, and high moral/integrity requirements as spelt
out in Part 1 of the Polytechnic Yearbook, the Bachelor of Human Resources Management
Honours will be awarded to students credited with the total 120 credits or above. The specifc
and detailed requirements of the programme are specifed in the table below:
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CURRICULUM
Semester 1
Course Course Prerequisite NQF NQF
Title Code Level Credits
Strategic Human Resources SHR811S None 8 15
Management
Project Management PRM422S None 8 15
Research Methodology RMA411S None 8 15
Any ONE of the following courses:
Advanced Management of Training AMT811S None 8 15
Advanced Industrial Relations AIR811S None 8 15
Management and Leadership MAL811S None 8 15
Semester 2
Mini Thesis MIT812S Research Methodology 8 30
Any TWO of the following courses:
Advanced Organisational Development ADC812S Strategic Human 8 15
and Change Resources Management
Compensation Management CMA812S Strategic Human 8 15
Resources Management
Career Management and Development CMD812S Strategic Human 8 15
Resources Management
Training and Development Strategies TDP812S Strategic Human 8 15
and Perspectives Resources
Note: Vacation Shools are compulsory for students enrolled for all the above courses.
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ECONOMICS
BACHELOR OF ECONOMICS HONOURS
(New Programming) (Phasing in 2015)
NQF Level: 8 NQF Credits: 120 NQF Qualifcation ID: Q0286

Description
The Bachelor of Economics Honours is an initial postgraduate specialisation degree in
economics. The programme is purposefully designed to equip students with deepened and
systematic knowledge and expertise in the economics discipline, and to develop their capacity
to conduct supervised research of an applied nature. The programmes main emphasis is
on the evaluation and application of economic theories and economic data in order to solve
complex economic problems that face the public and private sectors in the economy. Students
are required to do a combination of compulsory and elective courses, as well as a Mini-thesis.
Overall, the Bachelor of Economics Honours aims to:
provide deepened knowledge of advanced concepts and frameworks in economics
and facilitate a high level of theoretical engagement;
develop research capacity in the methodologies and techniques of the discipline;
enable graduates to present and communicate academic/professional work effectively;
equip graduates with skills that would enable them to offer consultancy services; and
develop and sharpen the critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills of
students in the economics discipline.
Graduates of this programme will be able to fnd employment in the public and private sectors
as Economic/Senior Economic Researchers, Financial/Senior Financial Analysts, Brokers/
Dealers, Trainee Managers/Managers, Junior Lecturers, etc.
The programme was endorsed by members of the Programme Advisory Committee while
academic peers at higher learning institutions in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia were
also consulted for purposes of benchmarking (attached, please fnd evidence of consultation
and support).
Admission Requirements
In order to be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Economics Honours, candidates
must have a Bachelor of Economics or an equivalent qualifcation of at least 360 credits at
NQF level 7, with a minimum overall average of at least 60% in the core Economics courses.
Students who obtained their Bachelor degrees, or equivalent qualifcations, from other
Universities may be required to make up for any defciencies as deemed necessary by the
Department.
Articulation Arrangements
Transfer of credits will be dealt with according to the Polytechnics regulations on Recognition
of Prior Learning. These provide for course-by-course credits as well as credit transfer by
volume under certain academic conditions. Maximum credit that can be granted is 50 % of
the credits for a qualifcation. Students who graduate with the Bachelor of Economics Honours
will ordinarily be able to pursue further studies in Economics, or a similar/related cognate area
of learning, at NQF level 9.
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Requirements for Qualifcation
The Bachelor of Economics Honours will be awarded to students credited with a minimum
of 120 credits at NQF level 8. Students are required to do four compulsory courses (worth
60 credits), two elective courses (worth 30 credits), and a mini-thesis (worth 30 credits). In
addition, students should meet the administrative and fnancial requirements spelt out in the
Postgraduate Yearbook Part 1 of the Polytechnic of Namibia. The detailed requirements for
the programme are as follow (course codes will be created by the Faculty Offcer following
Senate approval of the programme).
CURRICULUM
(Phasing in 2015)
Semester 1
Course Course Prerequisite NQF NQF
Code Title Level Credits
RMA810S Research Methodology None 8 15
AMI810S Advanced Microeconomics None 8 15
AEM810S Applied Econometrics None 8 15
Plus one of the following Elective courses (based on demand):
FEO810S Financial Economics None 8 15
ENE810S Environmental Economics None 8 15
Semester 2
MTE820S Mini-Thesis Research Methodology &
Applied Econometrics 8 30
AMA820S Advanced Macroeconomics None 8 15
Plus one of the following elective courses (based on demand):
IEC820S Industrial Economics None 8 15
HEC820S Health Economics None 8 15
Assesment Strategies
Students will be assessed through continuous and summative assessment. These assessments
will focus on the achievement of qualifcation outcomes and take the form of problem solving
exercises, individual/group assignments and presentations, case studies, report writing,
practical application of skills and competencies, tutorials, practical projects and questioning
(tests and/or examinations). The use of validating end of term assessments may be minimised
in order to free students intellectual capacity for broader cognitive development. Assessment
by means of tests and/or examinations will, therefore, be restricted to situations where it is
necessary to establish that a previous specifc performance can be repeated or a specifc skill
can be transferred. In accordance with Polytechnic policy on diversifed continuous assessment,
each course will have a minimum of six assessment events. Courses that are assessed using
a combination of continuous assessment and a fnal end-of-term examination must have at
least three assessments. The mini-thesis will be assessed in accordance with the Polytechnics
rules for studies at postgraduate level.
Transition Arrangements
This is a new programme that does not replace any existing programme(s). The new programme
takes effect from January 2015. The existing Bachelor of Technology programme will be phased
out systematically with minimal disruption to existing students learning progression. The last
intake for the Bachelor of Technology will be in January 2012 and the deadline for complete
phasing out of the Bachelor of Technology is 2019.

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