Public Finance Management

Learn how to effectively plan and manage government funds in line with Treasury norms and standards while gaining a sound understanding of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).

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Fully online

Self-paced learning

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What you will learn about

Unit 1: Basis of Public Financial Management
Unit 2: Good Governance
Unit 3: Public Finance Legislation

Unit 4: Public Sector Budgeting
Unit 5: General Responsibilities of Accounting Officers

Description

This course will provide you with a sound understanding of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and how it relates to good financial governance. You will also gain the competencies to effectively manage public funds, procurement, budgeting, and governance processes to meet the government’s goal of maximising service delivery to the community.

Thorough knowledge of PFMA – Become well-versed in the Public Finance Management Act and the required financial procedures that all public officers should adhere to.
Best practices in service delivery – Enhance your ability to plan, coordinate, execute and manage resources for public service delivery.
Complete Professional Development – Our course not only prepares students for a financial management career in the public sector but also covers governance, budgeting, and policy in detail.

Course summary

Duration: 12 weeks
Mode: Fully Online
Pace: Recommended 8h/week

Assessments: Graded
Study Plan: Included
Course Type: Self-directed

Course info

The course is self-directed which means you choose when to start and how much time you have available to learn. We provide you with a structured learning path that sets out the recommended pace of learning and is aligned with the content release schedule on our virtual campus.

Your course units are released on a study schedule over the course term. Support is provided by qualified lecturers via email.

The course consists of various units and all the formative assessments are completed online at different intervals. Your final online summative assessment is at the end of the course and is the final step before you are eligible for certification.

Who this course is for

This course is aimed at individuals working in various National and Provincial Government departments as well as people in State-Owned Enterprises that require knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), National Treasury prescripts and statutory requirements for Supply Chain Management.

Your learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course the learner should be able to:

Understand the basic concepts and principles of sound public finance management;
Show an understanding of good governance in the public sector;
Identify legislative and regulatory prescribes directing public finance management;
Show knowledge and insight into the public budget process; and
Understand the Accounting Officer’s role and responsibilities when utilising public resources.

Career outlook

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be equipped to pursue a range of exciting careers such as:

Financial Managers
Chief Accounting Clerk
Directors & Assistant Directors
Supply Chain Managers & Officers
Accountants
Project Coordinators
Administration Officers

R4,590

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This course includes:

Interactive content and on-demand video
Downloadable resources
Digital Certificate
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Course requirements

Admission

At least 18 years of age
An active email account with a valid email address (that belongs to you)

Recommended

Minimum Grade 10
Basic digital literacy
Ability to read and write in English

Registration

To register for your course you need to complete the online registration process successfully and pay using one of our payment methods.

Fees payable upon registration will differ depending on the payment option you choose. A minimum amount must be paid upfront if a payment plan is chosen. A payment plan allows you to pay the course fee, over a fixed term, in interest-free instalments.

Your registration and course access is only complete once payment is received either in full or the minimum amount outlined in your payment plan.

Access

Your course access is only available if your account is up to date with your payments or if you have paid the full course fees. If you need to reactivate your course, just make payment using our various payment options or call us for support.

Technology

Computer literacy:

Good understanding of web navigation
Understanding of email usage
An active email account (that belongs to you)

Hardware:

A PC, Tablet or Smartphone

Connectivity & recommended data:

Access to a reliable internet connection
At least 1GB of data per month

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Select the course you want to enrol for and click on any Register button to get started. Next, select your payment term on the product registration page.

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Follow the prompts to complete the quick and easy online registration process. All you need to do is fill in your relevant personal details and proceed to payment processing.

Pay

Complete the payment step and your payment will be processed according to your chosen payment option and term. All 100% safe and secure!

Learn

Your course will be activated on our Virtual Online Campus once your first payment is successfully received. You will also receive an activation email with your login details and next steps.

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Managed learning

Access course work, track progress, complete assessments, all online.

Flexible study-path

Self-paced guided learning paths are ideal for working students.

Affordable Fees

Structure your interest-free payment plan to suit your pocket.

Celebrate your achievement with a personalised certificate

Validate the skills and knowledge you have gained with a personalised *digital certificate. Grow your skills and get recognised. To get certified all you need to do is:

Meet the assessment requirements outlined in the course
Settle your course fees

*Embossed print certificates can be ordered at a small additional fee. Request more information once you have completed your course.

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