Program Overview

Introduction to the BCom Specialising in Human Resource Management

The Bachelor of Commerce specialising in Human Resource Management degree introduces students to the key disciplines of Industrial and Organisational Psychology, Human Resource Management, and Labour Relations Management. This programme is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of human resource management principles and practices, as well as a broader knowledge of business through the study of Bachelor of Commerce modules.

Programme Information

The Bachelor of Commerce specialising in Human Resource Management degree covers the following key areas:

• Industrial and Organisational Psychology: Using knowledge of the psychology of human behaviour to ensure that people work effectively in the workplace.
• Human Resource Management: Managing people using workplace policies and procedures to ensure that they are effective and productive.
• Labour Relations Management: Implementing Labour Relations programmes and acting as mediators through advising and counselling in the workplace.

A special benefit of this programme is that, in addition to learning about the core human resource content, students also gain a wider knowledge of business by studying Bachelor of Commerce modules, which will improve their marketability for any number of job opportunities in business. The undergraduate degree provides the necessary foundation for students to later specialise in Industrial and Organisational Psychology, Human Resource Management, and Labour Relations Management at the postgraduate level.

Accreditation

The Bachelor of Commerce specialising in Human Resource Management degree is accredited by the South African Board for People Practitioners (SABPP).

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this programme can pursue a variety of career paths, including:

• Human resources practitioners
• Human resources consultants
• Mediators
• Labour relations specialists
• Human resources managers
• Personnel managers
• Training officers
• Liaison officers
• Psychometrists
• Industrial psychologists

In their capacity as human resources practitioners, graduates will be responsible for matters such as developing human resource strategies and policies, human resource planning, recruitment and selection of employees, training and development of staff, labour relations, and personnel administration.

Faculty Notes

All modules will only be presented in English, which is the University's official language of tuition, communication, and correspondence. The Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences aspires to be at the cutting edge of economic, financial, and management education, as well as research and community engagement within the national, African, and global context. The mission is to advance relevant knowledge and develop employable, innovative, and diverse graduates to co-create value for society.

Admission Requirements

The admission requirements for the Bachelor of Commerce specialising in Human Resource Management degree are as follows:

• Achievement level:
  • English Home Language or English First Additional Language: 5
  • Mathematics: 4
  • APS: 30
• Life Orientation is excluded when calculating the APS.
• Applicants currently in Grade 12 must apply with their final Grade 11 (or equivalent) results.
• Applicants who have completed Grade 12 must apply with their final NSC or equivalent qualification results.
• Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee admission.

Minimum Duration

The minimum duration of the Bachelor of Commerce specialising in Human Resource Management degree is 3 years, full-time.

Closing Dates

The closing dates for applications are:

• South Africa: 30/06/2025
• International: 30/06/2025