The Diploma in Local Government Finance at MUT enables qualifying students to apply strategic financial management competencies in South African local government, ensuring effective, efficient, and economical use of public funds at municipal level. Students develop competencies in strategic planning and budgeting, financial management and internal controls, auditing, and reporting processes — all within the framework of the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA). The qualification directly supports South Africa's efforts to address financial mismanagement and service delivery failures at municipal level.
English: 50% (Level 4)
Accounting: 50% (Level 4)
Mathematics: 40% (Level 3) or Mathematical Literacy: 70% (Level 6)
APS: 25
