Faculty of

COMMERCE
IIE Higher Certificate in
Quantitative Techniques
| SAQA Number: 118278

Numeracy skills are important because the ability to work with quantitative
data has been identified as a core pillar of the 4th industrial revolution.
A grasp of how to work with quantitative information expands career
possibilities for learners, giving them an edge in the labour market. This IIE
qualification will provide learners with the basic introductory knowledge,
cognitive and conceptual tools and practical techniques for higher
education studies in quantitative techniques.

SKILLS YOU WILL DEVELOP

This IIE qualification will equip learners with the development of digital
tools for decision-making in the work context and skills such as applied
numeracy, logical thinking, critical thinking and creative problem-solving
skills to prepare learners for entry-level careers in the workplace.

Furthermore, the qualification will promote the development of the

following skills:
• Basic mathematical calculations
• Using numeric digital platforms
• Basic statistical calculations
• Representing data in different ways
• Expressing business problems mathematically

POSSIBLE CAREERS
• Business Administrator
• Junior Administration Assistants
• Junior Quantitative Analyst
• Junior Economic Analyst.

DURATION
Face-to-face: This is a one-year full-time qualification offered by The
Independent Institute of Education (The IIE) at IIE Rosebank College.
Face-to-face lectures take place during the day on weekdays. Qualification
offered at the following campuses: Braamfontein, Bloemfontein, Durban
CBD, Pretoria CBD, Pietermaritzburg, Nelson Mandela Bay and Polokwane.

Distance/Online: This IIE qualification is available through IIE Distance

Learning for individuals wanting to study and work. Speak to one of our
student advisors for more information.

THE WEIGHT YOUR FUTURE QUALIFICATION CARRIES

This higher certificate is accredited by the Council on Higher Education
(CHE) and registered by the South African Qualifications Authority
(SAQA) on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) as a 120 credit
qualification on Level 5 (SAQA ID NO: 118278). On successful completion,
you will receive a Higher Certificate in Quantitative Techniques from The
Independent Institute of Education (The IIE), a leading registered private
provider of higher education in South Africa.

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THE IIE IS
INTERNATIONALLY
ACCREDITED
BY THE BRITISH
ACCREDITATION
COUNCIL

Rosebank College is an educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education (Pty) Ltd which is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training as a private
higher education institution under the Higher Education Act, 1997 (reg. no. 2007/HE07/002). Company registration number: 1987/004754/07.
Faculty of
COMMERCE
IIE Higher Certificate in
Quantitative Techniques
| SAQA Number: 118278

STUDY FURTHER WITH IIE PATHWAYS

The Independent Institute of Education (THE IIE) offers you the opportunity to start with a higher certificate and
progress into a diploma or degree. There are several pathways offered at IIE Rosebank College that enable access to
higher-level qualifications. Speak to the student advisor for more information.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The following is required to be considered for admission:
English Notes
NSC: HC pass with 30%
NC(V): HC pass 40%
Minimum
Admission SC: Endorsement
33.3%
Requirements -none
SC(a): HC pass with A minimum of 30% in LOLT in NSC/ SC(a) OR with a min. of 33.3% in SC
A SAQA Evaluation Certificate with NSC Level 4 equivalence with at least 30
International
% or equivalent for English.

Candidates must have attempted the Senior Certificate or

equivalent, attained the age of 23 before or during the first year
of registration with three years’ work experience and proven
Mature Age Exemption
ability relating to the proposed programme as well as adequate
communication skills; OR Candidates must have attained the age
of 45 before or during the first year of registration.
Where candidates do not satisfy the formal admission
requirements for this qualification, The IIE may consider an
Recognition of Prior Learning
admission application in terms of the Credit Accumulation
Senate (RPL)
and Transfer, Recognition of Prior Learning and Qualification
Discretionary
Completion Policy (IIE010).
Admissions
General Education
Development (GED) - An USA Candidates with a GED qualification may be admitted if they have
qualification developed by the a SAQA Evaluation Certificate with NSC L4 equivalence, as well as
American Council on Education minimum score of 145 out of 200 for all 4 GED subjects.
(ACE)

Candidates with an OQSF Level 5 or N4-N6 qualifications or

OQSF Qualifications combination of N3 and SC subjects, or an NSC (FET Colleges) with
N3 subjects may be admitted to Higher Certificate Studies.

MODULES
• Digital and Academic Literacies
• Introduction to Quantitative Thinking and Techniques
• Critical Reasoning and Logic
• Introduction to Economic Concepts
• Quantitative Decision-Making
• Statistical Concepts
• Fundamental Accounting Concepts and Practices
• Work Integrated Learning

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THE IIE IS
INTERNATIONALLY
ACCREDITED
BY THE BRITISH
ACCREDITATION
COUNCIL

Rosebank College is an educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education (Pty) Ltd which is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training as a private
higher education institution under the Higher Education Act, 1997 (reg. no. 2007/HE07/002). Company registration number: 1987/004754/07.
Faculty of
COMMERCE
IIE Higher Certificate in
Quantitative Techniques
| SAQA Number: 118278

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• To be awarded this qualification, a minimum final year mark of 50% for
each module must be achieved.
• This factsheet is valid for the 2022 academic year only.
• The fees for all Online IIE qualifications include textbooks (ebooks).
Prescribed textbook will be supplied in e-book format. Where an e-book
is not available, the prescribed textbook will be provided in an alternate
format.
• Free software is available to all registered IIE Rosebank College students.
The software includes and is not limited to MS Excel, MS Project, MS
Word, MS PowerPoint and MS Outlook, which come with Office 365
bundle. Students can access the software using their RCONNECT email
address at FTP//10.118.180.17/.

PROGRAMME REQUIREMENTS FOR BLENDED LEARNING

To get the best out of the blended learning experience, you will need a
computer or laptop with WIFI, Windows 8.1 or higher, Intel Pentium 4
Processor or higher, 1Ghz Processor or higher, 4 GB RAM or higher, 3 GB
of available disk space, and a screen resolution of a minimum 1280 x 800.

NB: this fact sheet is accurate at the time of publication. The Independent
Institute of Education (The IIE) reserves the right to alter any of the content prior
to commencement of registration due to changes in regulation, policy, market
requirements or any other valid reason.

0861 253 276 | WWW.ROSEBANKCOLLEGE.CO.ZA |

THE IIE IS
INTERNATIONALLY
ACCREDITED
BY THE BRITISH
ACCREDITATION
COUNCIL

Rosebank College is an educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education (Pty) Ltd which is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training as a private
higher education institution under the Higher Education Act, 1997 (reg. no. 2007/HE07/002). Company registration number: 1987/004754/07.