1. Advanced Diploma in Public Administration (NQF Level 7) or Advanced Diploma in Public Management (NQF Level 7) or Relevant Advanced Diploma (NQF Level 7) or Relevant Bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7) and

2. A minimum of 3 years of appropriate work experience in the public sector

Application and closing dates:

1. Students can apply any time of the year to enrol for a UPOnline programme
2. UP Online programmes have six start dates throughout the year
3. Applications must be submitted six weeks before a start date. Any applications received after this deadline will be considered for the subsequent start date
4. A prospective student should complete only one online application per programme
5. The relevant departments will process the applications as they are received

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. Our mission is to advance relevant knowledge and develop employable, innovative and diverse graduates to co-create value for society.