Advanced Diploma in School Leadership and Management

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Advanced Diploma in School Leadership and Management

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21 April 2025

To start by:
05 May 2025

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Study An Advanced Diploma in School Leadership and Management

The Advanced Diploma in School Leadership and Management was designed for the school principal and the aspirant school principal to develop the skills and knowledge required in the changing world of education.

The purpose of this programme is to provide expertise and competence in the field of teaching management so that students can apply the principles in their working environment.

This qualification makes provision for the development of knowledge and applied skills related to school systems, leadership and management within the school system, including managing people and change.

Requirements

Admission requirements

The admission requirements for this programme will adhere to the University of Johannesburg’s Admission and Selection Policy that is current at the time of the registration for this programme.

You should have the following:

Teachers on post level 2, principals, aspirant principals and school management team members wishing to develop a community of practice in school leadership can apply if they meet the criteria below.

A professional teaching qualification at REQV level 14 or above
AND
At least three years’ classroom experience
AND
In a school leadership role (school management team/acting position/grade head/subject head/district official) or aspire to be in a school leadership role

Required documentation:

A certified academic record and a certified copy of the highest qualification obtained
An updated and detailed CV
Proof of work experience
Certified copy of ID

If you have a question, please email enquiries@online.uj.ac.za or phone 0800 233 723 (toll-free).

Technical requirements

We recommend the following in order to successfully complete your 100% online degree:

Basic computer skills:

Ability to operate your computer and perform common tasks
Email and file management (access, create, edit, save, upload and download documents)
Ability to use a word processing program to create and edit documents
Basic web browsing skills

Computer requirements:

Laptop or PC
A high-speed internet connection (3G, 4G, LTE, ADSL or fibre)
E-book storage and reading
Study notes storage and reading (PDF, MS Office)
Video storage and playback
Video recording
Audio storage and playback
Audio recording
Web browsing
Document creation
Access to social networking

Module interruption and scheduled maintenance:

In the event of unexpected module interruption on the due date for an activity, the online facilitator will notify students of a new due date.

Modules & Credits

The programme is split over two years. Modules are undertaken over a seven-week period with a one-week break.

Leading and Managing Teaching and Learning in the School A

Total Fees: R3,880

Credit: 13

Effective leadership and management of teaching and learning is a critical role for the school principal. All other leadership and management roles and functions of the school must serve and support this primary purpose. The module will equip the student with the necessary competencies to lead quality teaching, manage curriculum implementation effectively and track and support improved learning. The student will develop a portfolio of evidence that will run throughout and across the programme and that will provide a tool for their professional reflection and development throughout their careers. The professional portfolio integrates the work across the programme and includes a practical workplace project. The portfolio will begin by asking students to reflect on the meaning of being a leader of a South African school.

Working Within and for the School System A

Total Fees: R3,880

Credit: 12

Here we focus on helping student-principals locate the school and its practices within the wider context of the education system. It addresses issues related to law, policy, governance, school planning and school development.

Leading and Managing People and Change A

Total Fees: R3,880

Credit: 12

This module emphasises people as the key resource of the school and explores the need for both theoretical understanding and practical competencies in the leadership and management of people, to manage oneself and others in both the school and the wider school communities. This module recognises that education is intrinsically about change and that change needs to be led and managed effectively to facilitate continuous improvement in and for the school.

Working with and for the Community

Total Fees: R3,880

Credit: 9

Here we proceed from the understanding that schools exist within particular social and economic communities that have an influence on and may be influenced by the school as well as the school’s leaders, staff and structures. The wider community that the school serves can provide a source of support and resources for the school and the school can play an important role in the wellbeing and development of the community.

Leading and Managing the School as an Organisation A

Total Fees: R3,880

Credit: 9

This module helps students to understand the school as an organisation, to manage organisational systems holistically in context and to lead and manage the use of ICT, physical and financial resources. It also addresses issues related to building and enhancing the school as a safe, disciplined and caring environment conducive to effective teaching and learning.

Leading and Managing Co-curricular and Teaching and Learning B

Total Fees: R3,880

Credit: 14

Supporting effective leadership and management of extra- and co-curricular activities is integral to the development of well-rounded individuals. Effective leadership and management of teaching and learning is a critical role for the school principal. All other leadership and management roles and functions of the school must serve and support this primary purpose of the school. The module will equip students with the necessary competencies to lead quality teaching, manage curriculum implementation effectively and track and support improved learning.

Leading and Managing the School as an Organisation B

Total Fees: R3,880

Credit: 9

Leading and Managing People, Change and School Systems B

Total Fees: R3,880

Credit: 12

This module emphasises people as the key resource of the school and explores the need for both theoretical understanding and practical competencies in leadership and management of people, to manage oneself and others in both the school and the wider school communities. It recognises that education is intrinsically about change and that change needs to be led and managed effectively to facilitate continuous improvement in and for the school. This module helps student-principals locate the school and its practices within the wider context of the education system. It addresses issues related to law, policy, governance, school planning and school development.

Professional Portfolio and Workplace Project

Total Fees: R3,880

Credit: 30

Central to the portfolio will be a workplace project that will provide evidence, in an integrated way, of a candidate’s ability to undertake an evidence-based inquiry, make appropriate use of data and ICT and make evidence-based decisions. The project will also require that candidates implement changed practices as a result of these decisions, evaluate the impact thereof and make changes or amendments as indicated by the findings through an action-research cycle. The portfolio and project will provide evidence of commitment and ability to shape the direction and development of the school.

Fees for 2024

CUT’s fee structure allows a student to pay as they progress. A student must pay for a module before they will be granted access to the material.

* Fees quoted are 2024 fees. Fees are subject to an annual increase.

Number of modules: 9

Programme credits: 120

SAQA ID: ±R291

Total tuition fees: R34,920*

The Central University of Technology (CUT) is a leading higher education institution in South Africa, located in the Free State province. Known for its innovation-driven focus, CUT offers a range of academic programmes in engineering, health sciences, and management, empowering students with practical skills and industry-relevant knowledge.

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