Bachelor of Commerce specialising in Business Management | UP

APS Required

points

Duration

3 year(s)

Type

Bachelor's Degree

Delivery

Full-time

Details

The Bachelor of Commerce specialising in Business Management at the University of Pretoria is a three-year degree that develops students with applied business management expertise in strategy, operations, human resources, marketing, and finance. The programme equips students to manage organisations and teams effectively within South Africa's competitive and complex business environment, combining theoretical foundations with practical business competencies. Students develop skills in strategic planning, organisational behaviour, entrepreneurship, and financial management — preparing them for supervisory, management, and leadership roles in the private sector, public sector, and entrepreneurship. UP's Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences produces graduates who are employable, innovative, and capable of creating value for South African society.

Admission requirements: English (Home or First Additional Language): Level 5 (60-69%); Mathematics: Level 4 (50-59%); APS: 30 (excluding Life Orientation).

Admission requirements
SubjectMinimumRequirement
Mathematics50%Required
English Home Language or English First Additional Language60%Required

Career Prospects

Business Manager – Lead day-to-day operations, manage staff, and drive commercial performance for South African companies across retail, financial services, manufacturing, or hospitality sectors.
Operations Manager – Oversee production, logistics, and process optimisation for South African businesses, improving operational efficiency and cost management.
Entrepreneur – Build and scale a South African business using BCom Business Management skills in strategy, finance, HR, and marketing to create sustainable employment.
Human Resources Manager – Lead talent management, performance, and employee relations for South African organisations in compliance with South African labour legislation.
Strategic Planning Manager – Develop and implement business strategies for South African companies, drawing on BCom training in market analysis, competitive dynamics, and organisational capability.

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