Course Details

Managing operations

Translate the company strategy into a best practice action plan with tools and techniques for effective implementation

Course overview

This short course gives tools and strategies to identify and manage best practices. Strategy implementation leads to change and the short course also addresses at how to use communication and change management techniques to support the operational change of a business unit. It deals specifically with the development, implementation and evaluation of operational and project plans.

Summary of what you can do afterwards

Develop and implement a strategy and action plans for a team, department or division
Evaluate current practices against best practice
Recognise areas in need of change make recommendations and implement change in the team, department or division
Develop, implement and evaluate an operational plan
Develop, implement and evaluate a project plan
Promote a learning culture in an organisation

What do you get after you have completed your studies

A certificate from Stellenbosch Graduate Institute as evidence of your newly acquired abilities and competencies
Skills, knowledge and application thereof that is practical, relevant and prepares you for your future
Credits towards the SGI National Certificate in Generic Management
Become part of the SGI Alumni and stay connected with individuals across the country and world who have embarked on the same learning journey as you

More information

Faculty

Business education involves putting theory into practice and through exposure to multiple industries, we have assembled a world-class team of faculty with exceptional industry experience for you.

Each lecturer will inspire you with their practical experience-based insights, best practices, what works and what does not.

Based on current research trends, our faculty shares global best practices that open avenues of exploration.

Jobs / Career options

Career counseling and coaching

The student is assisted by a learning coach who is experienced in making the most of your studies. Individual sessions with our counsellors/coaches are available. These sessions are useful to help you clarify your goals and develop personalised job search strategies.

Skills development

As part of the qualification, you will improve your CV writing skills, interview skills, business etiquette and networking to prepare you for your job search. Mock interviews can also be arranged to prepare you for real interviews.

Recruitment referrals

Stellenbosch Graduate Institute builds strong relationships with companies and will advise on the availability of positions within these companies.

Networking events

Individual contacts and being in the right place at the right time often lead to job opportunities. Students are encouraged to attend networking events and informal online functions and webinars to meet professionals from a variety of industries that bring alumni and students together.

International students

International students, especially from Africa, benefit from accessing our high quality international programme. All programmes are accessible online and all lectures, webinars and support is done virtually. Materials and video lectures can be downloaded to access remotely. You can meet with lecturers and address your queries on an individual basis. Graduations are virtual for your convenience.

Fees for international students are the same as for local students. There are no additional registration requirements. For non degree programmes there is no need to validate international qualifications.

Stellenbosch Graduate Institute has welcomed interest from Namibia, Lesotho, Swaziland, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Mozambique, Ethiopia, Zambia, Congo, Nigeria, Togo, Ghana, Rwanda and further afield from Australia, Ireland, United States, Netherlands, India, France, the United Kingdom and China.

How to enroll

Follow our 6 step process below and give your dreams digital wings with an online educational experience that is professional and innovative.

Entry requirements

Any individual who has a matric certificate or matric equivalent with communication, literacy and mathematics skills at NQF Level 4 can qualify to apply. If the student has completed a module that is equivalent to a specific module on this programme, then they may apply for exemption of that module by requesting an Exemption Application. As this is an online programme, computer literacy is assumed and you will need an email address, access to a computer and access to stable internet.

Payment information

You determine your payment option as per the payment plans and specify this on the application form. You then pay using your id / passport number as reference to:

Stellenbosch Graduate Institute (Pty) Ltd

Bank: FNB

Account number: 62679141904

FNB Stellenbosch Branch Code: 200610

FNB Swift Code (for international payments): FIRNZAJJ

Reference: ID number of student

Payment Plans

Because you are studying online - you also save a lot of money on travel, food, accommodation and books. Everything that you may need to complete your studies is provided within the course.

We also offer options so that you can

Pay upfront - and save some money

Pay per module - easy and convenient

Pay per month - predictable

Custom plan - talk to us

No registration fees and all guides and materials included in course price

Student loans

Most studies lead to an improvement in skill and a broadening of perspective. By increasing your knowledge and exposure, you are likely to be able to operate more effectively in your present position, or to prepare yourself for a future position in your current or in another company. Education has a very high return on investment. If you had to choose to put money in the bank or to improve your skills, it is almost always more beneficial to invest in your own ability to make better money.

Stellenbosch Graduate Institute partnered with Student Hero and various educational funding providers to help you learn about, apply or pre-qualify for the different options to fund tertiary education from a single platform and at zero cost to you. Please complete the form if you are interested in a student loan.

Student loans are only availibe for South African citizens, residents or international students with a South African guarantor/sponsor.

Testimonials

Here is what our students say about our courses:

My favorite part about studying with SGI, is self-discipline. You don't have a lecturer to tell you when an assignment is due. In an online course, you can email a coach your questions directly. When answering, the coach provides you with a thorough understanding of what is expected of you. If you are trying to save money, this is a perfect solution. With SGI, you do all the work at your own pace. - Mandisa Siyo

My favorite part of studying with SGI was the fact that the lessons learned were 90% closer to reality, via various exercises that were given to me, I was thus able to have a global idea of what it is ''being of service to others''. - Myriam Mpoyi

My favorite part of studying with SGI is the video lectures as well as the experience of the lecturers was excellent!! Furthermore, the overall support of the whole team especially the online coach which was appointed to each student. - Hadley Isaacs

My favorite part was the SGI team, whenever I had a problem they were always available and ready to assist.- Gwyneth Anna Zuze

The assignments are interesting and cover real-life issues. - Lame Ramaloto

Graduation

At Stellenbosch Graduate Institute we want to bring inspiring people together whatever their social or cultural background in an open-minded space conducive for learning and research. We want a virtual place where students (and lecturers and staff) can obtain and apply knowledge to thrive and realise their own potential that also positively impacts and transforms our society and the world.

We offer a new approach to education, an approach that provides students access to a cutting-edge, digital, online educational experience in a professional and innovative way. Stellenbosch Graduate Institute provides learners with practical skills, excellence and entrepreneurship, that prepares students for their future by offering online qualifications, short courses and customised programmes.