Management:
Stores and Warehousing
SAQA ID
83946
MIN CREDITS
120
EST DURATION
12 MONTHS
SETA
MERSETA
How is the programme aligned?
This programme is a SAQA registered qualification aligned to Unit Standards.
Unit Standards
The fundamental component consists of Unit Standards, to the value of 36 credits all of which are compulsory.
The core component consist of Unit Standards to the value of 65 credits all of which are compulsory.
The following elective Unit Standards to a value of 38 credits have been selected, encompassing Unit Standards specialised to stores and warehousing:
- US 10023: Identify internal and external stakeholders (4 Credits)
- US 15224: Empower team members through recognising strengths, encouraging participation in decision making and delegating tasks (4 Credits)
- US 377384: Describe the use of stores and warehousing in operations (10 Credits)
- US 377385: Explain the role of materials handling in the warehouse (10 Credits)
- US 377362: Discuss the role of stocktaking in ensuring inventory accuracy (5 Credits)
- US 378013: Describe the functions of the purchasing cycle (5 Credits)
Total Credits: 139
Who is the target audience?
This National Certificate is intended for learners who wish to continue on a path of life-long learning in the field of management, specialising in stores and warehousing. The qualification will suit learners who:
- Were previously disadvantaged and were therefore denied access to further education and training or management positions
- Wish to extend their range of skills and knowledge of management so that they may progress within their chosen career path
- Are team leaders or supervisors and wish to improve their management skills
- See themselves as future managers and need to start their training at the lower end of management
This qualification could also be useful to managers of small businesses.
What are the entry requirements?
Learners must meet the following criteria to enter the programme:
- Communication at NQF Level 2
- Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 2
What is the purpose of the programme?
Management is an essential, key function of a business. This qualification is designed to meet the needs of learners who require junior management skills in business units in medium to large organisations. It is envisaged that qualifying learners will be able to play a part, at their level, in the implementing of the vision and contributing ultimately to the success of an organisation.
Junior managers are generally in positions that require knowledge and expertise in a specific work function. This qualification therefore introduces the same theoretical concepts, skills and application as the National Certificate Management, but with four specialisation areas. These encompass; the use of stores and warehousing in operations, the role of materials handling in the warehouse, the role of stocktaking in ensuring inventory accuracy, and a deeper understanding of the functions of the purchasing cycle.
What are the learning outcomes?
The learning outcomes from the Qualification Exit Level Outcomes will enable learners to:
- Carry out simple research and tasks that would include making comparisons
- Co-ordinate with others and motivate a team
- Perform junior management functions including inducting a new team member and conducting a formal meeting
- Apply knowledge of self and team to enhance team performance
- Interpret current affairs related to a specific business sector
- Recognise the effect of HIV/AIDS on the specific workplace, business sub-sector and own organisation
- Manage time and work processes
- Maintain records
- Describe and explain the structure and management function of an organisation
- Make significant choices from a wide range of procedures and operate in a number of contexts for the organisation
How is the programme structured?
The unit standards of the qualification have been collated into the following 7 modules:
- Business Communication
- HIV/AIDS
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
- Introduction to the Business Environment
- Introduction to Management
- Stores and Warehousing
Note: Credit Accumulations and Transfer (CAT) exemption for specific Unit Standards is applicable to approved learners and CAT applications for approval will be provided on request.
Approved learners will have reduced contact days.
How will the course be delivered and assessed?
Facilitation strategy
We offer our clients various facilitation methods based on specific needs. This can include in-person, on-line, and virtual facilitation methods or a combination of any of these. Various learning techniques, such as simulations, roleplays, and presentations are used. Facilitators give feedback on participation, strengths, and areas for improvement. Practical application is crucial, requiring learners to apply knowledge in their daily work under supervision.
Assessment strategy
- Formative Assessment is conducted throughout the programme during the facilitated sessions. Assessment activities are included in the Formative Assessment Workbook and will be checked by the facilitator. Learners are expected to complete all the activities in their workbooks.
- Summative Assessment is conducted at the end of the foundational training phase. Learners are expected to complete summative assessment activities in the workplace and complete a logbook.
Final Integral Assessment (FISA) is conducted at the end of the qualification and learners are only eligible for the FISA once competent for all modules. The FISA will consist of assessment of knowledge, practical and reflexive components although these may be integrated.
What are the workplace requirements?
Outcomes-based qualifications require application of skills in the workplace. For this qualification the following human and physical resources are required:
- Line manager
- Subordinates
- Organisational documents such as; invoices, requisitions, stock identification tags, inventory movement trackers, documents referring to learning opportunities, organogram, reports etc.
- Company policies, processes and procedures applicable to; purchasing, stocktaking, security warehousing, disciplinary, staff induction, codes of conduct, performance management etc.
- Calculator, PC access with MS Office and internet access
- Exposure to all outcomes related to the qualification, this would include all stores, warehousing and team leadership activities
What workplace activities will need to be completed?
Learners receive a logbook providing guidelines for workplace integration activities and in some cases specific workplace assignments to be conducted with evidence collection.
Some of the practical workplace activities for this qualification include the following:
- Drawing a supply chain diagram to illustrate the main elements of the organisation’s supply chain including; all supply chain operations, storage facilities, major suppliers, and all major groups of customers and their locations
- Discussing and indicating how current technological events (in South Africa and the world in general) have an impact on the company/organisation. Naming two opportunities and threats presented by technology
- Compiling a detailed report giving feedback on team performance. The report needs to cover; targets, performance against the targets, variances – both “over-performance” and “under-performance”, and ways to improve performance
- Conducting a brainstorming activity to discuss necessary workplace learning material and choose the occupational learning intervention best suited to the work environment
How can we help?
Let us connect you with the right expert who can help you with your query.
Visit our blog to get the latest news, tips and course content
Let’s Connect!
+27 (0)11 849 3526
Let’s Connect!
No.40 Fourteenth Avenue
Northmead
Benoni
1501
South Africa
Quick Links
Copyright © KVR Training. All Rights Reserved.
