Nelson Mandela University

Dip (Marketing)* *(also offered on the George Campus)

Programme Overview:

This diploma is acknowledged as a solid entrance-level qualification to the exciting global marketing arena. What sets this popular programme aside is its dynamic career dedicated slant. Students are exposed to relevant, exciting and broad based career training options. The skills and knowledge obtained are in tune with the needs of both commerce and industry.

Faculty:

Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences

Delivery mode & duration of study:

Full-time 3 years

Qualification type:

Diploma (Dip)

Department:

Admission Requirements

Applicant score for Mathematics:

330

Applicant score for Technical Mathematics:

330

Applicant score for Mathematical Literacy:

345

Subjects requirements:

• Minimum NSC statutory requirements for diploma entry must be met. • Mathematics or Technical Mathematics – 40%, or Mathematical Literacy – 60%.

Career opportunities:

Advertising, personal selling and sales management, product and brand management, customer relationship management, merchandising, wholesaling and retail marketing, media management, direct response marketing, marketing communications, public relations / promotions, marketing research, marketing administration and planning, marketing forecasting and analysis, international / export marketing, small business marketing.

Before You Apply

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