ASPIRING LEADERS PROGRAMME
NQF LEVEL 4 Â
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN GENERIC MANAGEMENT
ABOUT THE PROGRAMME
This programme is designed for junior managers as an entry-level management and leadership intervention.  The programme is designed to enable the participant to thoughtfully spearhead their personal leadership goals, and to address the pivotal growth strategies needed for the organization. This programme provides individuals with the tools and processes needed to meet their organisation’s leadership challenges.
The skills, knowledge and understanding demonstrated within this qualification are essential for the creation of a talent pool of experienced and effective middle managers that represents the demographics of South African society. This qualification will create a leadership cadre for South African society throughout multiple industries and sectors both private and public.
TARGET AUDIENCE
A person acquiring this qualification will be able to manage first line managers in an organisational entity. First line managers may include team leaders, supervisors, junior managers, section heads and foremen.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Matric, NQF Level 3 or equivalent or a minimum of 2 years working experience. If you do not have an NQF 4 qualification or higher, then you may qualify for the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process, Unemployed or Self-employed Individuals .
DURATION
Seven modules over twelve months making the learning journey easy for those in employment.Â
Learners enjoy a blended learning journey through online learning and virtual facilitator interaction through instructor-led focus sessions via the My Duke CE online portal.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
The programme comprises seven modules:
- Module 1:Â Successful Engagements
- Module 2:Â Personal Mastery for the emerging manager
- Module 3:Â Management and Leadership Skills for the Emerging Manager
- Module 4:Â Transitioning from team member to team leader
- Module 5:Â Building Values-Based Relationships
- Module 6:Â Organizational Performance Management for an emerging manager
- Module 7:Â Data Analytics Fundamentals