Nelson Mandela University

BCom: General (Business Management)* Extended Curriculum *(also offered on the George Campus)

Programme Overview:

The extended curriculum programme for BCom studies provides alternative university access to students who have the potential to succeed, but do not meet the minimum admission requirements for the mainstream programme. The purpose of the programme is to integrate additional academic support and skills development with mainstream courses in order to prepare the student for successful completion of the BCom degree.

Faculty:

Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences

Delivery mode & duration of study:

Full-time 4 years

Qualification type:

Bachelor of Commerce (BCom)

Department:

Admission Requirements

Applicant score for Mathematics:

370

Applicant score for Technical Mathematics:

Applicant score for Mathematical Literacy:

Subjects requirements:

• Minimum NSC statutory requirements for degree entry must be met. • Mathematics – 45%.

Career opportunities:

The same as for the three-year BCom degree in a chosen field.

Before You Apply

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