National Certificate: Generic Management,

Level 5, 162 credits

SAQA Registration nr. 59201 LP60269 / Learnership Registration nr. 23 Q 230073291625
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How you will learn:

This comprehensive qualification is aimed at current or aspiring middle managers who need the knowledge and skills to lead and manage teams effectively, drive performance, and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.


💡 Learning Approach
Choose between blended online learning and face-to-face group training. Both options include interactive facilitation, practical application, and structured assessment pathways.

📚 Nationally Recognised Qualification
Earn 162 credits on NQF Level 5 through SAQA Qualification ID 59201, Learning Programme LP 60269. Registered as a full learnership (23Q230073291625), this programme is SETQAA-endorsed and workplace-aligned.

🛠️ Real-World Leadership Competence
Gain in-depth skills to develop strategic plans, manage performance, lead teams, oversee risk and finances, and develop people across any industry or organisation.

⏱️ Programme Duration

  • Online (Blended): 12-month learning journey including virtual sessions (2 hours per session), self-directed study, and preparation for summative assessment

  • Onsite: 23 full days of classroom training (for group bookings of 10+)

What this course will enable you to do - Your learning Outcomes

The National Certificate: Generic Management is a comprehensive qualification designed to develop essential management competencies across various industries and organisational levels. This qualification equips learners with practical skills in leadership, communication, financial management, project coordination, and team development. It is ideal for supervisors, junior managers, and emerging leaders who are responsible for managing people, processes, and resources. By integrating theory with real-world application, the programme promotes effective decision-making, accountability, and strategic thinking—laying a solid foundation for career advancement in management.

By the end of this programme, you will be able to:

✅ Lead and manage teams to enhance unit effectiveness
✅ Develop and implement operational strategies and projects
✅ Monitor and improve team performance and processes
✅ Build stakeholder relationships across the value chain
✅ Manage risk, knowledge, finances, and ethics in the workplace
✅ Support the development of team members and talent pipelines

Modules - What you will learn

This qualification is structured around six interdependent modules, designed to build holistic management competence:

📊 Module 1: Team Strategies and Plans
Develop, implement and evaluate strategic action plans to drive unit success.

💼 Module 2: Manage Risk, Knowledge, Finance and Ethics
Apply governance principles and ensure sound financial, ethical, and knowledge management practices.

🤝 Module 3: Lead and Manage Teams
Empower first-line managers and build high-performing teams.

📈 Module 4: Monitor and Measure Performance
Use data and continuous improvement methodologies to drive innovation and efficiency.

🌱 Module 5: People Development
Coach, mentor, and develop team members for growth and succession.

📡 Module 6: Manage Relationships
Build effective internal and external stakeholder relationships to support organisational objectives.

Who Should Apply?

Is This Qualification for You?

This qualification is ideal for:
✔ Middle Managers lacking formal management training
✔ Team leaders, supervisors, and junior managers preparing for advancement
✔ HR Managers, Project Managers, and Functional Heads seeking leadership credibility
✔ Managers in both public and private entities, NGOs, and SMMEs

Entry Requirements

To enroll in this qualification, you should:

✔ Communication at NQF Level 4
✔ Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 4

What to Expect from the Assessment Process:

✔️ Formative Assessment
Engage in workplace-relevant activities and reflections during each module.

✔️ Summative Assessment
Assessment takes place at the end of each module. You’ll demonstrate your integrated understanding per exit level outcome and submit evidence to your Portfolio of Evidence (PoE).

📤 Digital Submissions:
All evidence is uploaded to the Learning Management System (LMS) for verification and moderation.

📄 Certification Outcome
You will receive a National Certificate: Generic Management – NQF Level 5, issued by the SETQAA, upon successful completion of all modules and summative assessments.

Learning Support
How You’ll Stay Connected and Supported:

✔ Join Online Contact Sessions (Blended Learning only)
If you’re enrolled in our Blended Learning programme, you’ll attend regular online sessions with a facilitator. These sessions offer interactive training, assessment guidance, and real-world application discussions to deepen your learning.

✔ Access Your Self-Study Resources (Self-Study learners)
Self-study learners can progress at their own pace with access to structured course materials, guided activities, and assessment preparation tools—all available on your learning platform.

✔ Engage with Your Online Community (Available to all learners)
All learners can connect through discussion forums, peer sharing, and collaborative spaces. Whether you’re studying independently or in a group, your questions and insights help shape a richer learning experience.


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Choose Your Learning Plan

Flexible options to fit your goals, lifestyle, and budget

Self-Study Plan -
Monthly Plan

R2813/mo x 12 months
Flexible, independent learning with structure and support check-ins.


✔ No live training sessions
✔ Includes structured block program
✔ Access to live assessment prep (where no recordings exist)
✔ Feedback from assessors after each submission
✔ Grouped by start date to ensure pacing and support

✔ No registration fees
✔ Study material included

Blended Learning – Full Payment

R36 875/once off
Structured learning with live support and real-time interaction.


✔ Includes live facilitator-led sessions
✔ Peer collaboration and personalised feedback
✔ Full access to resources and learning blocks
✔ Enrol now to join the next available start date

✔ No registration fees
✔ Study material included

Blended Learning – Monthly Plan

R3380/mo x 12 months
Same full support, spread across manageable payments.


✔ Everything in the Full Payment plan
✔ Monthly, interest-free payments
✔ Enroll now to reserve your place in the upcoming intake

✔ No registration fees
✔ Study material included
Please note VAT is not included in the prices listed above.
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Meet our SME's

Leandra van der Merwe

Education, training & development practitioner
Leandra started her career in training and development 15 years ago as a project manager. She qualified as Education Training and Development Practitioner in 2012. She has a BCom Degree in Industrial Psychology and various other qualifications in the field of project management and security. She has assisted many companies with accreditation, learning material design and development as well as enhancing the learning culture through management development and skills development.​
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Leandra is passionate about people development and her favourite quote is:​
​“A day not spend learning, is a day wasted.”​

Janelle Gravett

Education, training & development practitioner
Janelle has been involved in the skills development area in industry sectors such as hospitality, travel, mining, manufacturing, business process outsourcing and services (BPS & O) and education and skills development. She has a wealth of experience in learning and development methodologies and is an expert in the skills development legislation. ​She is an Assessor, Moderator and Skills development Facilitator and works with a number of different SETAs.​She has been part of the QCTO occupational qualification development team for SDF Administrator and Practitioner and part of the development team for the Contact Centre manager Occupational qualification. Currently Janelle is part of the CEP team for the development of the Occ Qualification for Sales and Marketing. ​

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