The Bachelor of Commerce in Business Management at Walter Sisulu University is a three-year degree at the Mthatha campus that empowers students to think logically and critically, enabling well-informed business decisions in complex environments. Through advanced problem-solving training, the programme develops capacity to tackle the multifaceted challenges facing South African businesses — including unemployment, market volatility, and digital disruption. Students gain skills in information acquisition, analysis, evaluation, and presentation, with emphasis on the growing significance of electronic-based business activities and entrepreneurship.
English Home Language or English First Additional Language: 50–59% (Level 4)
Mathematics: 40–49% (Level 3) OR Mathematical Literacy: 60–69% (Level 5)
APS: 25
Business Manager – Lead operational functions, teams, and strategic planning within SMEs, large corporations, or government business enterprises in South Africa.
Entrepreneur and SMME Owner – Launch, manage, and grow a small or medium enterprise, supported by South Africa’s SMME development programmes including the NYDA and SEDA.
Operations Manager – Coordinate production, logistics, and service delivery processes to ensure efficient business operations in manufacturing, retail, or hospitality sectors.
Project Manager – Plan, execute, and close business improvement projects using structured methodologies, in demand across construction, ICT, and public sector transformation initiatives.
Strategy Consultant – Advise organisations on market entry, competitive positioning, and operational restructuring, working for consulting firms or independently in South Africa’s evolving business landscape.
