Author: Mamagohla Patricia Tsebe

SAQA ID: Operate a Windows System NQF Level 04 Credits 06

SAQA ID: Operate a Windows System NQF Level 04 Credits 06

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD
Learners working towards this standard will be working within a Public Sector environment, specialising in Public Finance Management and Administration, where the acquisition of competence against this standard will add value to one’s job. This standard will also add value to public officials who are seeking to develop a career pathway towards becoming an accomplished public finance management and administration specialist.

The qualifying learner is capable of:
Describing the basic elements of a computer-based information system
Utilising computer applications commonly found in the public sector environment
Identifying opportunities to use the computer as a management tool
Monitoring and controlling information to prevent technology risks

SAQA ID: Operate a Windows System NQF Level 04 Credits 06

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION
Purpose:

The purpose of the Qualification is to provide learners with knowledge and skills to work in the hospitality industry.

Learners who achieve this Qualification can:
Communicate effectively within the workplace.
Maintain safety and health practices.
Apply different food preparation methods.

Rationale:

This Qualification has been developed for professionals in the food preparation industry (hospitality). It brings together the theoretical and practical elements of food preparation and service. This Qualification has been designed to provide a broad range of skills appropriate to a person operating as a front line worker. This Qualification will professionalise the industry and is applicable to all sectors, from small restaurants to large-scale hotels. This Qualification provides for articulation within the hospitality and catering industries.

The Qualification aims to reflect the international nature of the knowledge, skills and activities needed for different countries or cultures.

SAQA ID: Operate a Windows System NQF Level 04 Credits 06

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD
This Unit Standard is aimed at giving the learners a fundamental understanding of the importance of innovation in business success. The learner will gain knowledge of specific techniques for releasing creativity in the development a viable business venture.

It will also address the behavioural (psycho-social) barriers that contribute to failure in starting and sustaining an enterprise.

The qualifying learner will be able to:
Develop specific techniques for releasing creativity in developing ideas/opportunities for a new venture.
Determine the role of innovation in the development and growth of a new venture.
Apply principles and practices of innovation in the development and growth of a new venture.

SAQA ID: Operate a Windows System NQF Level 04 Credits 06

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD
This unit standard is intended for individuals who wish to start their own businesses within the Wholesale and Retail field.

Persons credited with this unit standard will be able choose a business idea, based on basic market research and taking cognisance of the issues that impact on a new business, they will also be able to explain the requirements in setting up a small business and will be able to develop a basic business plan.