| Qualification code: | 90014 | 
| NQF level: | 5 | 
| Total credits: | 120 | 
| SAQA ID: | 94791 | 
| APS/AS: | 15 | 
| Maximum time to complete this qualification: | 3 years | 
Purpose statement:
The purpose of the qualification is to equip learners with knowledge and skills to enter into a retailing environment and to be able to contribute immediately to store management. Successful learners will have a basic knowledge and understanding of all crucial aspects of managing a retail store including sales skills, merchandise buying and the management of human resources. 
Your admission to Unisa is dependent on you meeting the specific admission requirements for your chosen qualification.
 A  National  Senior  Certificate  (NSC)  with  at  least  30%  in  the  language  of  teaching  and  learning,  
or  
a  Senior  Certificate  (SC)  with  at  least  an  F  symbol  on  HG  or  E  symbol  on  SG  in  the  language  of  teaching  and  learning,  
or  
a  National  Certificate  (Vocational)  with  at  least  40%  in  the  language  of  teaching  and  learning  in  terms  of  the  NSC.  
Applicants  who  would  like  to  apply  for  admission  through  recognition  of  prior  learning  (RPL)  must  be  at  least  30  years  old;  have  completed  at  least  Grade  10;  and  have  at  least  five  years'  relevant  work  experience  in  the  study  field  in  which  they  would  like  to  apply  for  admission  to  a  qualification.  For  more  information  on  RPL  criteria  visit:  http://www.unisa.ac.za/rpl  
 
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Apply for admission to undergraduate qualifications for the 2026 academic year between 18 August and 10 October 2025.
Please take note of the following:
Unisa will send the necessary information about registration dates and the registration process to all successful applicants who have confirmed their acceptance of Unisa's offer. Visit www.unisa.ac.za/register for registration information.