Business Studies
Business Studies – N4–N6 Financial, Human Resources & Business Management
Enrol for Business Studies at Pretoria Technical College and gain the knowledge and workplace experience required for a National Diploma.
Business Courses:
National Diploma Financial Management N4-N6
Minimum Entry Requirements: Grade 12, N3/NSC or equivalent.
Duration: 18 Months plus In – Service Training
Career Opportunities: Entrepreneur, Accounts Clerk, Bookkeeper, Financial Manager, Financial Consultant.
National Diploma Business Management N4-N6
Minimum Entry Requirements: Grade 12, N3/NSC or equivalent.
Duration: 18 Months plus In Service Training.
Career Opportunities: Entrepreneur, Business Manager, Advertis- ing Agent, Sales Agent or Rep, Marketing Manager, Public Relations Officer.
National Diploma Public Management N4-N6
Minimum Entry Requirements: Grade 12, N3/NSC or equivalent.
Duration: 18 Months plus In–Service Training
Career Opportunities: Public Accounts Clerk, Public Accounts Consultant, Tax Official, Municipal Administration Clerk, Municipal Finance Clerk, Municipal Manager.
National Diploma Human Resources Management N4-N6
Minimum Entry Requirements: Grade 12, N3/NSC or equivalent.
Duration: 18 Months plus In –Service Training.
Career Opportunities: Entrepreneur, Human Resources Consultant , Human Resources Officer, Personnel Manager, Labour Conciliation and Mediation Official, Human Re- sources Clerk.
Occupational Certificate Book-Keeper
Minimum Entry Requirements: Grade 12, N3/NSC or equivalent.
Duration: 36 Months.
Career Opportunities: Entrepreneur, Accounts Clerk, Bookkeeper, Financial Manager, Financial Consultant, Financial Analyst
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Our N4–N6 and Occupational Certificate programmes provide students with a solid foundation in Financial Management, Human Resources Management, Business Management, and Bookkeeping, combining theoretical learning with structured in-service training to prepare graduates for employment, entrepreneurship, and further studies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to frequently asked questions about Business Studies N4–N6 and Occupational Certificate programmes at Pretoria Technical College, including entry requirements, duration, accreditation, in-service training, National Diploma progression, and career opportunities.
Business Studies at Pretoria Technical College consists of nationally accredited N4–N6 and Occupational Certificate programmes offered.
The programmes focus on Financial Management, Human Resources Management, Business Management, and Bookkeeping, combining theory with practical workplace exposure.
Pretoria Technical College offers the following Business Studies programmes:
National Diploma: Financial Management (N4–N6)
National Diploma: Human Resources Management (N4–N6)
National Diploma: Business Management (N4–N6)
Occupational Certificate: Bookkeeper
The minimum entry requirement is Grade 12, N3, NSC, or an equivalent qualification, in accordance with DHET admission criteria.
N4–N6 programmes: Approximately 18 months, plus required in-service training
Occupational Certificate: Bookkeeper: Up to 36 months, depending on workplace experience requirements
Yes. All Business Studies programmes include structured in-service training, which forms part of the National Diploma requirements and provides students with practical workplace experience.
Upon successful completion of N4, N5, and N6, and the required workplace experience, students may apply for a National Diploma, subject to DHET regulations.
Graduates may pursue careers such as:
Entrepreneur
Accounts Clerk or Bookkeeper
Financial Manager or Financial Consultant
Human Resources Officer or Consultant
Personnel or Labour Relations Officer
Business or Sales Manager
Marketing or Public Relations Officer
Career options depend on the specific programme completed and workplace experience.
Yes. Many Business Studies programmes accept learners without Mathematics, provided they meet the minimum DHET entry requirements. Financial Management may require basic numeracy skills.
Yes. Business Studies equips students with financial, administrative, and management skills that support entrepreneurship and small business development.
Prospective students can apply by completing the college application process and submitting the required supporting documents, including certified copies of qualifications and identification.