WITS PLUS CERTIFICATE COURSE PROGRAMMES PART-TIME STUDIES

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WITS PLUS CERTIFICATE COURSE PROGRAMMES

PART-TIME STUDIES

WELCOME TO WITS PLUS

The Wits Plus model is to offer a range of short courses and certificate programmes. Participants attend class once or twice a week (depending on the course). Most courses run

over 12 weeks (a two hour lecture a week) with a revision session in the 13th week and a final

assessment in the 14th week. Wits Plus also offers one year (full year) courses. Please note that

these full year units have only one registration date, February. We believe our methods offer students time to absorb and apply material learned in class so that deep level learning is achieved and the course is a meaningful experience.

WITS PLUS OFFICE HOURS – SHORT COURSES

For further information and application forms for all these courses contact, the Short Course

Coordinator at the WITS PLUS offices, 2nd FLOOR, West Campus Wits University: Tel: (011)

717 9503/79511 or e-mail [email protected]. Our office hours are 09:00 to

18:00 (Monday to Thursday) during lecture times. On a Friday we close at 16:30 during lecture

times. During university holidays we close at 17:00 from Monday – Thursday and 16:00 on

Fridays. You can also visit our website @ www.wits.ac.za/part-time

CRITERIA FOR ADMISSION TO A SHORT COURSE

Our courses are designed to assist people who are ready and prepared for tertiary education. Criteria differ from course to course, however a specific course makes most sense if an applicant is working in the particular field. For certain courses pre-requisites in English, mathematics, economics or computer literacy are applied.

APPLICATIONS FOR ALL SHORT COURSES

Please complete and hand deliver the application form for the short course(s) you wish to join

and attach to the application a certified copy of your ID/passport, a certified copy of a marriage certificate – if applicable, a certified copy of your matric certificate/school leaving certificate, full academic transcripts and post school certificates – if applicable and a brief CV (not more than 3 pages). On the application form it is essential to include your

land line phone number and an e mail address. No application fees payable. Once the

selection process is complete, you will receive a pro-forma invoice (made out to you or the sponsor – depending on who is liable for settling the account) and a letter of acceptance via e-mail and post. Payment for the course should be prior to registration date for the course, which will be indicated on your e-mailed and posted acceptance letter.

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Summary of units on offer at Wits Plus

Accounting

BUSINESS ACCOUNTING WITH PASTEL

This short course aims to enrich the candidate with a solid foundation of the accounting framework and standards. It aims to enable the candidate to follow accounting procedures and practice through processing entries in the books of entity. It provides an understanding of accounting software and IT and how accounting theory relates to such programmes. It also equips the candidate with skills to process transactions and maintain records using an accounting IT package proficiently. It aims to assist the candidate in identifying core areas of business that affect operations and the financial function on a daily basis. Fees:R11 450 (inclusive of manual and introductory course in pastel).

Commences: February 2016. Duration: one year

INTRODUCTION TO INTERNAL AUDITING – NQF LEVEL6

The aim of this introductory course is to provide participants with an overview of the basic philosophy, concepts and principles underlying the practice of Internal Auditing. It is intended for people who are interested in Internal Auditing, and inform those who wish to pursue a career as Internal Auditors, or those who work with Internal Auditors in their present positions. Individuals and managers, who are expected to perform internal auditing tasks, also require a background in Internal Auditing.

Fees: R8 450 (includes course material).

Commencement dates: February 2016 July 2016

ADVANCED INTERNAL AUDITING– NQF LEVEL 7

This is a follow up course to Introduction to Internal Auditing. It will provide participants with a comprehensive understanding and application of the principles of Internal Auditing. It is practical in nature and aims to guide participants through the work of Internal Auditors in the various key business processes of an organisation, including its IT systems. It is intended for people who have completed the introductory course, as well as participants who have some background in

the field but would like to expand their level of expertise. Fees: R8 450 (includes course

material).

Commencement dates: February 2016 July 2016

Communications

CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS (Full Year)

Communication skills are essential at all levels in the workplace. Those who demonstrate a good command of the spoken and written language of business are generally more successful both as managers and employees and advance more quickly in their careers. Failure to encode and decode messages often creates communication barriers which results in the misrepresentation or distortion of essential information. The development of interactive communication skills and practices can thus be of great value to those already in the workplace and those entering a working environment for the first time.

The intended outcomes for this course are:

 to develop a knowledge and understanding of business communications

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 to practice and acquire effective written communication in the workplace

The course is structured as follows:

 Case studies will be used to demonstrate communication principles and practices in the

workplace.

 Learning activities will be provided to link the theory and principles to the business

context.

 Group assignments will allow students to problem-solve and build their communication

skills.

 Self assessment opportunities will allow participants to test their learning and skills

development.

This course will be presented over two semesters. Fees: R11 450 (inclusive of notes).

Commences: February 2016. Duration: one year.

Economics

ECONOMICS – PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS

This is an introductory course covering the essentials of economics and contemporary economic issues. Economic theory is related to economic policy, problems and institutions. Participants will gain an understanding of economic events at a national and international level. Many socio- political questions are rooted in economics: Why should inflation exist? What drives economic growth? Why are unemployment figures high in one country and low in another? Why are opera stars paid more than gold miners? Why is the price of gold of interest to South Africans? The questions are endless. An individual with a grasp of essential economic principles becomes a more effective participant in the economy to both his/her own and society’s advantage. A grasp of economics makes us all more effective critics of government policy. In sum, the course aims to provide an understanding of current economic issues. Fees:

R6 950 are inclusive of textbook.

Commences: Semester 1, February 2016 and semester 2, July 2016. Duration: 14 weeks. ECONOMICS - CERTIFICATE IN ECONOMICS - LEVEL I (Full Year)

The formal study of Economics adds intellectual value to the current career and CV of a thinking person and may enable a career change for individuals qualified in other disciplines. This course has an academic focus and extends over an academic year. This course is positioned at SAQA NQF level 5 (first year university level) and earns a certificate of competence. This course covers the essential principles and theories of micro, macro, international and development economics and applications to the South African economy. The methodology involves theory, concepts, formulas, graphs and models. Fees: R11 450 excludes textbook. Commences: February 2016. Duration: one year, weekly lectures of three hours duration. Commitment: One evening a week i.e plus tests and homework.

ECONOMICS - CERTIFICATE IN ECONOMICS - LEVEL 2 (Full Year)

This course has an academic focus and extends over an academic year. It is positioned at SAQA NQF level 6 (second year university level) and earns a certificate of competence. This course further develops a capacity to understand and use economics. It provides a more detailed analysis of the theories covered in the Certificate in Economics Level 1 course, and presents alternative competing theories on how the economy functions, with emphasis on the theories which have formed the cornerstones of micro and macro economics. The second semester components extend students’ knowledge of international economics, mathematical

economics and economic statistics. Fees: R11 450 excludes textbook. Attendance is required

twice a week.

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ECONOMICS - CERTIFICATE IN ECONOMIC THEORY - LEVEL 3 (Full Year)

This course has an academic focus and extends over an academic year. It is positioned at SAQA NQF level 7 (third year university level) and earns a certificate of competence. Objectives of course: The course further develops the capacity to understand and use economics. It provides a detailed analysis and application of modern competing theories or views on how the economy functions at both the micro and macro levels, draws comparisons with the traditional theories taught in Economics I and 2, and reinforces the quantitative skills (acquired in Economics I and 2) required to measure, explain and predict economic and

non-economic phenomena. Courses: Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Mathematical Economics

and Econometrics (all 4 courses are compulsory – 2 courses per semester). Outcomes: i) A

sound grasp of Microeconomics, Macroeconomics and Quantitative Economics; ii) The ability to read and interpret economic literature and apply the theory; iii) The ability to understand the intuition behind the concepts being conveyed and assess the likely impacts of various

government policies, regulations and shocks on the economy. Gateway to Honours:

Attainment of an average mark of 65% or more in this course provides an automatic entrance

into the Honours in Economics Programme at Wits University. Admission criteria: The formal

entry criterion for this course is a good pass in Economics 2 at university level, including the

completion of Intermediate Microeconomics and Intermediate Macroeconomics (2nd-year level),

Mathematical Economics (2nd-year level) and Economic Statistics (2nd-year level).

Fees:

R11 450 (excludes textbook).

Attendance is required twice a week, ie Monday &

Saturday.

Commences: Semester starts February 2016.Duration: one year.

Human Resource

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (Full Year)

This course aims to introduce students to the disciplines of Human Resource Management and Labor Relations, highlight major theories and theorists pertaining to topics relating to the fields, develop the student’s ability to apply HR and LR theory and SA labor legislation to practical real life situations and develop the student’s ability to critically analyze HR and Labor Relations interventions.

This course is relevant to people working in or wanting to enter the Human Resources field who meet the pre-requisites for the B.Com program or already have a degree or relevant

qualification and want to develop their knowledge in HR areas. Fees: R11 450 ( excludes textbook).

Commences: February 2016. Duration:One year.

FUNDAMENTALS OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (Full Year – 5 Topics)

This program comprises of five topics/courses and offers a solid grounding in the fundamentals

of human resource management and labour relations in South Africa. The course surveys the latest developments in theory and practice of human resource management, legislature changes and the practices of labour relations, including training and skills development.

The courses are: Introduction to Human Resource Management; Essentials of Labour

Relations in South Africa; Training and Development in South Africa; Organisational Behaviour – the Individual in the Organization; Advanced Issues in Human Resource Management. The program will benefit people currently at entry level in the human resources field or anyone who wishes to deepen his/her theoretical and applied knowledge in human resource issues. Fees: R21 750 (excludes textbooks). This means that students will attend lectures 2 evenings per week in semester 1 and 3 in semester 2.

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Commences: Monday to Thursday, February 2016. Duration:One year.

ESSENTIALS OF LABOUR RELATIONSIN SOUTH AFRICA

This short course aims to introduce participants to the basic principles of labour law and inculcate a practical approach to work related issues. Any person, regardless of whether he is an employer or employee, who needs a simple understanding of labour issues denuded of all esoteric legal principles will benefit from this course. You need to have matric and participants need to be interested in the labour relations function and recognize that they have a use for such knowledge in their working lives. This course focus is: Basic to any understanding of labour issues is the Labour Relations Act of 1995, the role of trade unions in the work place, how an investigation is conducted, details of a disciplinary inquiry and the benefit of having a representative, preparation and execution of arbitration and introduction to the law of evidence

without the legalese. Fees: R8 450 (includes course material).

Commences: Semester 1, February 2016 and semester 2, July 2016. Duration: 14 weeks.

Insurance and Risk

INSURANCE AND RISK MANAGEMENT (Full Year)

This is a one-year course on NQF level 6 – 2nd year university level, starting in February at the

University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg. The lecturers are highly qualified specialists

Wits professors. The program is aimed at people employed in the Insurance Industry and

will enhance the knowledge and skills of students currently employed in insurance risk management and related industries. The course covers the theoretical conceptual and practical fundamentals of insurance and risk management, examines alternative risk financing techniques, and explains specific insurance policies. The different institutions within the insurance market are examined and statutory risk funding schemes are discussed. By the end of the program students will be expected to demonstrate competence in all aspects associated with managing risk, placing risk as an insurance intermediary, underwriting risk and managing

aspects of an insurance company and auditing insurance companies. Fees:

R11 450

(excludes textbook).

Commences: February 2016. Duration: one year.

Management

APPLIED LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

The primary objective of the course is to give individuals the opportunity to broaden their knowledge of the processes involved in Logistics and Supply Chain Management. Individuals will apply the tools and techniques for Logistics and Supply Chain Management and develop the abilities to implement certain ideas, choose appropriate methods for different situations and see the financial implications of new process designs. The successful participant can earn a certificate of competence or attendance certificate at NQF level 5 (SAQA framework) while articulation with other courses in the field of Logistics and Supply Chain Management may be studied to add value and enhance employability of participants. The course will be of value to individuals, small business owners and companies in Gauteng. It is likely to appeal to individuals working in the Logistics and Supply Chain industry who have some experience in the field, which they wish to consolidate with a qualification or to individuals who are about to enter

a career in the Logistics and Supply Chain Management. Fees:

R8 450 includes course

material.

Commences: Semester 1, Monday, February 2016 and Semester 2, Monday, July 2016. Duration: 14 weeks.

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FUNDAMENTALS OF MANAGEMENT

- NQF LEVEL 5

People working in or wanting to enter the Management field who want to develop their

knowledge in this area and acquire basic management skills will benefit from this program. The contents include Leadership, management and supervisory roles, Managerial skills, Setting objectives for self and staff, Self management including time management, Performance management and Conflict management.

Having successfully completed the course, students will be able to:

 Identify basic managerial responsibilities

 Differentiate between the concepts of leadership, management and supervision

 Learn how to implement management skills such as delegating, objective setting and

problem solving

 Demonstrate an ability to manage staff performance

 Understand the role and importance of leading by example

 Supervise oneself

 Have the knowledge to be able to manage staff performance

Fees: R8 450 (includes course material).

Commences: February 2016. Duration: 14 weeks. MANAGEMENT – NQF LEVEL 6

This course will be of relevance to those working in or wanting to enter the Management field who meet the pre-requisites for the B Com program or already have a degree or relevant qualification and want to develop their knowledge in this area. This course is the equivalent of Management II A on the B Com program. (The Certificate in Project Management [Management II B] is already available to students who meet the entry requirements below.)

Entry admission requirements are a first degree or equivalent qualification, or Matric which meets Wits Plus B Com entry requirements, or a three year National Diploma in a relevant area The objectives of this course are to introduce students to alternative theories of management, role of the manager, comparative and international management, management of the public sector, management of change, planning, leading directing and controlling and organisational behaviour including motivation, performance and group and team work processes.

Fees: R10 500 (excludes textbook).

Commences: February 2016. Duration: 14 weeks.

FUNDAMENTALS OF PROJECT MANAGEMENTTHEORY AND PRACTICE (NQF LEVEL 6) This certificate adds value for anyone needing to manage a project in government, business or an NGO. Under the guidance of award winning lecturer, Rob Venter, this course covers the following topics: Organisational strategy & projects, Organisational structure and culture, Project definition, Estimating project times & costs, Developing a project plan, Risk Management, Scheduling resources, Project time compression, the Role of leadership, Managing project teams, Partnering, Project monitoring, Project audit and closure, International projects and the Future of project management. The course is pitched at second year university level.

Fees: R8 750 (inclusive of course material).

Commences: Semester 1, February 2016 and semester 2, July 2016. Duration: 14 weeks. SPECIALISED PROJECT MANAGEMENT NQF (NQF LEVEL 7)

The course is aimed at participants who need an advanced knowledge and expertise in project management. It is an ideal follow up course for participants who have done an introductory course and wish to improve their competency. This course will provide the participants with the required expertise to plan, develop and manage complex projects efficiently. This course also includes a workshop in MS Project. Prospective participants must have completed the course

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Fundamentals of Project Management Theory and Practice course or an equivalent course.

Participants who wish to carry credits towards the BCom degree must also meet all the Wits BCom entry requirements and all the pre-requisites for Management III.

Fees: R9 250

Commences: Semester 2, July 2016. Duration: 14 weeks BUSINESS MANAGEMENT ESSENTIALS

This course (NQF level 5) offers an understanding of the entrepreneurial nature of small business and the challenges facing small business owners in South Africa. The course will cover the following topics: the small business owner as entrepreneur, ethics and the small business, understanding the small business alternative, business planning and the small business, marketing, financial management, human resource management, legal aspects, managing risk, and winning strategies for the small business. Participants will acquire useful business tools of analysis. Theory, practical and applied examples and case studies underpin

the course. Fees:

R6 950 ( inclusive of course material).

Commences: Semester 1, February 2016. Duration: 14 weeks. OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT

The objective of this course is to provide students with the knowledge and skills required to manage the basic operations of an organisation. It is aimed at Working adults and people who want to specialise in production scheduling, inventory control, quality management, product improvement and product and process design.

The course covers the following topics:

 Definitions and the scope of the field of operations management

 Operations Management and Strategy

 Forecasting

 Product and Process Design

 Quality Management

 Location and Layout

 Job design and Work Measurement

 The Supply Chain

 Just in time, Lean Operations and the Toyota Production System

 Maintenance and Reliability.

Commences: Semester 1: February 2016 and Semester 2: July 2016 Fees:

R8 450

inclusive of material. Duration: 14 weeks

Marketing

MARKETING (Full Year) NQF LEVEL 6

This course would appeal to individuals who are or intend working in commerce, meet the pre-requisites for entry to the Wits B Com program and want to further develop their Marketing expertise or wish to study for a higher degree in Marketing. The contents include Introduction to Marketing, Consumer Behaviour and Integrated Marketing Communications (including advertising, promotion and electronic marketing). The intended outcomes are:

 Competence in the knowledge of the basics of marketing and ability to speak the language

of marketing

 Competence in understanding the psychology and sociology of consumers as it relates to

their interaction with the marketplace, and implications for the effective development of marketing strategy

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 Competence in understanding the methods companies use to develop and execute

effective integrated communication with the marketplace, and the ability to use these techniques to propose effective communication strategies for organizations to use

Commences: February 2016. Duration: one year.

ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN MARKETING (Full Year) NQF LEVEL 7

The course is pertinent to individuals who are or intend working in commerce and who meet the pre-requisites of Marketing IIA and IIB on the Wits B Com program and want to further develop their marketing expertise or wish to study for a higher degree in marketing.

The course contents will mirror that of Marketing III (currently BUSE3004). At the present time, this includes Marketing Theory and the role of Marketing in an organization, Marketing Research Methods and Marketing Strategy, focusing on the Marketing of Services.

The intended outcomes for this course are:

 Competence in extensively reviewing and synthesizing marketing theory and the analysis of

markets and applying it to the effective development of marketing strategy.

 Ability to apply the content material to practical case studies.

 Ability to critically examine the integrative role of marketing in configuration, co-ordination

and linkage decisions.

Commences:February 2016. Duration: one year.

Mathematics

MATHEMATICS for ACCESS

This course is an academic one-year short course certificate of competence at NQF level 5. Classes are held in the evening over 28 weeks in 4 two hour, weekly sessions. The course provides a foundational knowledge of mathematics with particular application to financial and applied mathematics. The course offers coverage of essential mathematical principles. Students will gain an essential knowledge in mathematics at matriculation level plus knowledge of the application of mathematical methods and techniques to Computational, Business and Applied Mathematics problems. Students will also become competent in the use of calculators and computers to assist in solving mathematical problems. Admission criteria apply. Topics covered include: The real number system, the nature of proof, algebraic expressions, exponents and logarithms, formulae, equations and inequalities, functions, graphs, analytical geometry,

trigonometry, Calculus. Fees:

R12 050 include

notes but excludes textbook. Commences:

Saturday, February 2016: Duration: one year.

Music Industry

ADVANCED BUSINESS THEORY AND PRACTICE FOR THE MUSIC INDUSTRY

This course is aimed at participants from the music industry, or who wish to enter the music industry and need an advanced or in-depth study of business theory and practice for the music industry. It provides them with the necessary skills for interaction and negotiation with the industry and other stakeholders. The entry requirements are completion of either Business Principles for the Music Industry short course, or any one of the prior to 2016 music industry short courses offered by Wits Plus, or another relevant short course. Sufficient competency in English is required. Relevant work experience may be considered as an alternative access

route in exceptional cases.

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Commences: February 2016. Duration: 14 weeks.

BUSINESS PRINCIPLES FOR THE MUSIC INDUSTRY

This course offers an understanding of the lucrative and exciting world of music as used in business and music as a business. The program was developed by the dynamic Jonathan Shaw. Students learn how to implement music in advertising and services while the bulk of the course looks at the inner workings of professional record release, sales and promotion of commercial music. The course seeks to fulfill a real need and add value in the entertainment industry. An objective will be to improve employment opportunities and employability for young people with a strong interest in South African music marketing. Fees: R6 950 includes course material.

Commences: February 2016. Duration: 14 weeks.

COUNSELLING

INTRODUCTION TO LAY COUNSELLING NQF LEVEL 5

This course is designed as an introduction to basic counselling concepts and skills. It is intended to provide participants with basic communication skills and an awareness of some of the personal and professional issues facing the counsellor. It will also enable them to act as an intermediary between people in need of counselling and professional services.

It is suitable for participants with an interest in counselling including those who are working in various counselling contexts such as nurses, social workers, psychology students, development workers, occupational therapists, child care workers, voluntary counsellors and anyone

considering formal training in counselling. Fees: R8 450

Commences: Semester 1, February 2016. Duration: 14 weeks

Semester 2, July 2016. Duration: 14 weeks

LAW

INTRODUCTION TO LAW FOR NON-LAWYERS

The course will introduce students to the distinctive nature of thinking legally and the different sources of South African law, that is, sources that lawyers need to know about when looking for authority to argue a legal point or perspective. In the course students will look at where South

African law comes from and how it evolved over the years, pre and post-apartheid. It also aims

to develop the skills that students need in order to study law effectively. Fees: R8 750 includes

course material text book

Commences: Semester 2, Tuesday, July 2016. Duration: 14 weeks

LAW OF CONTRACTS – NQF LEVEL 5

The aim of the course is to enable participants to review and make inferences relating to contracts and engage legal practitioners in an informed manner. It is intended for people who work with various types of agreements and contracts and who need a background in Law of Contracts. The course will equip participants with the skills to work with and interpret various

types of agreements and contracts. Fees: R12 000 (includes course material).

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Investment

INVESTMENT AND FINANCE - AN INTRODUCTION TO INVESTMENT AND FINANCE This short course is offered by Wits Plus at the University of the Witwatersrand, (West Campus) Johannesburg in lecture/seminar format with a Wits financial team of specialists. This course explains how financial markets work and how business enterprises are structured. Participants learn to read and interpret financial statements. The course contextualizes the economic and political climate for investment and offers a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory and tax frameworks of the South African financial environment. This course will benefit people with financial assets wishing to become knowledgeable investors. Career minded people in banking, insurance, finance houses and the financial services industry will engage actively with all concepts used. Individuals who provide any type of financial advice could find this course

useful. Fees: R8 450 (includes course material). Commences: Semester 1, February 2016

and semester 2, July 2016. Duration: 14 weeks.

PRINCIPLES OF FINANCE AND INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT

This is a follow-up course aimed at equipping the participants to function effectively as trustee members of provident and pension funds. The course has been designed for people who have completed, " Introduction to Investment and Finance", currently offered at NQF level 5 by Wits Plus.

This course comprises a series of 12 weekly lectures (each of two hours duration), a revision lecture and an examination, held on the West Campus at the University of the Witwatersrand. It aims to provide participants with an understanding of the theoretical concepts and application of principles in the financial investment environment. It exposes them to practical and applied

examples as well as case studies. It is of relevance to employee representatives elected to

serve as trustees on provident and pension fund and other participants who work in the finance and investment sectors. Course contents include, financial statements, share and bond values, duration and convexity, cost of capital, budgeting, current assets and liabilities management techniques, capital asset pricing model (CAPM), basics of portfolio management, equity values and derivative securities.

Commences:Semester 1: February 2016 and Semester 2:, July 2016 Fees:

R8 450 (

includes course material).

INVESTMENT THEORY (Full Year)

This is a more advanced one-year course on NQF level 6 – 2nd year university level. The

lecturer is a highly qualified specialist lecturer from Wits. The course covers the essentials of Investment and Corporate Finance and offers an understanding of the financial system in the context of the SA economy. Students learn about the functioning of the money market, bond market, equity markets, derivatives, investment and portfolio theory, the application of theory to investment advice. Outcomes include the skills to undertake investment returns, to measure investment performance, to use the tools of technical analysis, to undertake capital budgeting

and to make corporate financial decisions. Fees: R11 450 (excludes textbook).

Commences: Semester 1, February 2016. Duration: one year.

PROPERTY STUDIES - INTRODUCTION TO PROPERTY INVESTMENT AND PRACTICE Study towards a Certificate in Property Investment and Practice at the University of the Witwatersrand. This course which introduces you to the fundamentals of the South African property sector, is offered in Johannesburg by highly experienced property practitioners. The course reflects the view that the successful South African property investor and practitioner must be able to identify and assess investment opportunities, understand the socio-economic environment in which the property market functions, and assess what is expected of property

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professionals. The course provides a comprehensive and yet practical understanding of the financial, legal and technical parameters that influence South African residential and commercial property environment. This is achieved through formal lecturers, complemented with

contemporary case studies. Fees: R8 450 include course material.

Commences: Semester 1, February 2016 and semester 2, Monday July 2016. Duration: 14 weeks.

COMPUTER AUDITING

These courses are aimed at recently qualified graduates or CA’s (SA), wishing to specialise in

this field. The Internal Auditor who has worked with computer systems, IT specialists looking to further their knowledge and skills in the Computer Auditing Industry as well as engineers or other specialists who wish to enter the field of Computer Auditing.

The courses are carefully structured and are offered at 2 levels – providing for multiple entry

and exit points depending on the profile of the applicant. STRUCTURE OF THE COURSES

YEAR 1: INTERMEDIATE COMPUTER AUDITING (Full Year)

To provide participants with a solid overview and grounding in the field of Internal Auditing and focusing on Computer Auditing.

The following topics are included in this 1 year course:

• Governance, Risks and Control

• IT Audit Fundamentals

• Information Analysis and Management

• Systems software

Course fees:

R29 500

(including course hand-outs but excluding the costs of prescribed books)

Commences: February 2016

YEAR 2: ADVANCED COMPUTER AUDITING (Full Year)

The second year builds on year 1 and moves into the finer detail of the auditing process. Participants will be taken through an actual audit and will be required to submit a comprehensive portfolio in order to be awarded a Certificate of Competence. The following topics will be included in this course:

• Security Review

• Systems analysis, control and audit

• Computer assisted audit techniques

• IT Governance and Emerging Issues

Course fees: R29 500 (including course hand-outs but excluding the costs of prescribed

books.

Commences: February 2016)

STATISTICS FOR RESEARCH AND DESIGN

The course is offered by the School of Statistics and Actuarial Science in the 1st semester. Classes will be offered on Saturdays to make it accessible to working participants.

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skills. This course will assist participants in the collection of and analysis of quantitative data for study, work or private purposes. It is also suitable to lecturers who need to improve their background in statistics for research purposes. Although some participants may have completed other statistical courses, however, no statistical knowledge will be assumed. Therefore, all concepts will be introduced. It will also build competency in the use of statistical software.

Students who complete the course successfully will be offered a Certificate of Competence. An undergraduate degree is required for access. This short course can also be done as a full course for non-degree purposes, in which case occasional students will have to do a formalised research project in the 2nd semester as part of the course requirements.

Participants interested in registering either for the short course or as occasional students can contact Boitumelo Leketi at Wits Plus on 011 717 9511.

Course fees: R8 750 Duration: 1 year

Commences: February 2016

PAYMENT OF FEES

The fees for all courses are the responsibility of the individual attending the course. All fees must be paid prior to registration. Payment can be made by electronic payment or bank deposits. You will then need to bring your original deposit slip to registration day, the dates of which will be provided in your acceptance letter.

CANCELLATION OF A COURSE

Cancellation by a registrant more than 10 working days before the start date will result in liability for 25 % of the course fees

• Cancellation in less than 10 working days before the start date, will result in liability for

40 % of the course fees

• Cancellation after commencement of the course, will result in liability for 50% of the

fees.

• Students who do not meet the requirements to continue in the 2nd half of a year course,

will be refunded all fees paid in advance for that semester. ICAM and parking disk fees are not refundable.

Cancellations thereafter will not be entitled to a refund and we do not permit automatic attendance at the next round of the course.

VISITORS ACCESS: All short course participants are issued with a Visitor’s Access Card at a cost of ±R130 and parking at a cost of ±R270 for semester courses and ±R600 for year courses which will give you access to swipe at the boom gates. You may park in student parking on the west campus.

SECURITY

Wits is managed by Campus control – their HQ office is in Central block CB 1 on the east

campus in the Great Hall (011 717 4444). Campus control staff patrol the campus keeping an eye on people and cars. The West Campus is well lit at night. Should you feel in any way unsafe or observe an incident that concerns you, please report the matter to Campus Control? REFRESHMENTS ON CAMPUS

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There are two retail outlets providing snacks and food on the West Campus. The Village Café

now remains open until 6 pm – you may wish to drop in before class starts for coffee and The

Tower of Light kiosk is open until 7pm and also supplies coffee, cool drinks, etc. Café Fino is

located at the Origins Centre and is open from 08h30 to 17h30 – it is also good for lunches,

snacks and coffee. LIBRARY ACCESS

We regret that we are unable to offer short course participants borrowing rights to the Wits Library, however you are allowed to go and sit and work in the library with the available material. Remember the World Wide Web (www) offers a superb source of information on a vast range of topics and can usefully support your studies. Often textbooks are now supported by a publisher’s website. Ask your lecturer to recommend their favorite websites.

TEXTBOOKS / NOTES

Certain courses include the provision of a textbook and this is made clear in the course information for the specific course. In the case of other courses participants need to purchase their own textbook. Course outlines are supplied by the lecturer for each course on the first day of lectures. Notes are distributed at the discretion of the lecturer should he/she decide this to be desirable. There is no additional charge for course notes.

ASSESSMENTS AND RESULTS FOR COURSES

Examinations or formal assessments are run once for each course at the end of the period of

tuition. There are no deferred, supplementary or re-examinations. Students who delay

writing their final exam will only be permitted to write again the next time the course is offered on payment of a special examination fee of R800. The results will be available for collection by the student as we receive the information from lecturers in the Wits Plus office – it usually takes about a six weeks after you have written your final exam. We will inform you when the results and certificates are ready for collection.

CERTIFICATES OF COMPETENCE

The certificate of competence for all courses are awarded for the successful completion of all tasks set by the lecturer, including essays, assignments, projects, tests and exams and attendance at 80% of the lectures. Note: In the case of deadlines for assignments, projects or hand-in examinations we adhere strictly to times as set by the lecturer. Certificates of competence are issued within 6 weeks of the publication of results and will need to be collected from the Wits Plus offices (we do not post because of possible damage to the certificates). Replacement certificates of competence will only be issued in very rare circumstances following a written request and explanation; there is a charge for a replacement certificate.

TERM DATES

Semester 1 ends in mid - June and semester 2 in November. Each course ends when lecturers complete the stated number of lectures. Lecturers usually have a one week break half way through the course. Discuss this with your lecturer.

FOREIGN NATIONALS

Contact our International Office to ensure that you meet all requirements to attend short

certificate courses. Tel: 011 – 717 1054. You need to be in possession of a Work Permit

(which has to be endorsed with Home Affairs if we accept you) and your educational qualifications. Note that there is an International Registration Fee which is payable on acceptance for the course.

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Note 1 - Each short course has its own starting date.

Note 2 - Wits Plus, University of the Witwatersrand, reserves the right to withdraw a course from its programme should registrations not reach viable numbers. In this event a full refund will be made.

CONTACT DETAILS: Short Course Coordinator, Wits Plus

Tel: (011) 717 9503/9511

Email: [email protected]

www.wits.ac.za/part-time