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| SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
| REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: |
| National Diploma: Joint and Multi-National Operations |
| SAQA QUAL ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | |||
| 49783 | National Diploma: Joint and Multi-National Operations | |||
| ORIGINATOR | ||||
| SGB Military Professional Development | ||||
| PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK | |||
| SAS SETA - Safety and Security SETA | OQSF - Occupational Qualifications Sub-framework | |||
| QUALIFICATION TYPE | FIELD | SUBFIELD | ||
| Advanced Certificate | Field 08 - Law, Military Science and Security | Sovereignty of the State | ||
| ABET BAND | MINIMUM CREDITS | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | QUAL CLASS |
| Undefined | 242 | Level 6 | NQF Level 06 | Regular-Unit Stds Based |
| REGISTRATION STATUS | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | |
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Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
SAQA 9999/99 | 2018-07-01 | 2023-06-30 | |
| LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT | LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT | |||
| 2026-06-30 | 2030-06-30 | |||
| In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise. |
This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification. |
| PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION |
| Purpose
Persons acquiring this qualification will be prepared as officers for senior appointment at the operational level by developing their command, staff and analytical skills, and by broadening their professional understanding of military single-service, joint and multi-national operations, the management of defence and the wider aspects of conflict. This qualification is for senior officers who are being developed so that they may be able to lead and manage the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) successfully into the future. Qualifying learners will be able to: The achievement of this qualification will reflect that the individual person is capable of effectively undertaking processes related to joint and multi-national military operations at the operational level of war. The skills, knowledge and understanding within this qualification and its associated unit standards will impact positively on national security, social and economic transformation and upliftment within the South African society. The qualification aims at developing a competent and professional SANDF senior command cadre to ensure the effective delivery of relevant and appropriate military services. Rationale As part of the transformation process of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) investigations were undertaken into the transformation requirements of education, training and development within the SANDF in order to satisfy its operational needs. The primary need to move from the concept of joint command to unified command was identified. This qualification allows learners to achieve the necessary competencies to conduct joint and multi-national military operations at the operational level of war, thereby enhancing the ability of the SANDF to operate effectively on a joint and multi-national basis and become internationally competitive. This qualification provides learners with the competencies specifically within joint and multi-national military operations at the operational level of war to protect and promote the sovereignty of the State, uphold national security and advance the interests of the Republic of South Africa. This qualification allows for the further development of learners in the military environment through vertical mobility to higher-level military professional development qualifications and horizontally to qualifications on the same level but in different disciplines. In general, the learner will also have opportunities for professional development and career advancement within the broader military, security, and safety community such as United Nations (UN), African Union (AU), South African Developing Community (SADC) and New Economic Partnership for African Development (NEPAD). |
| LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
Recognition of prior learning This qualification may be achieved in part or completely through the recognition of prior learning, which includes formal, informal and non-formal learning and work experience. The learner should be thoroughly briefed on the mechanism to be used and support and guidance should be provided. Care should be taken that the mechanism used provides the learner with an opportunity to demonstrate competence and is not so onerous as to prevent learners from taking up the RPL option towards gaining a qualification. The smallest unit for which RPL may be granted is a Unit Standard. Access to the Qualification: This qualification is open to all learners who are in possession of a Military Professional Development Tactical Level qualification (Currently under construction). |
| RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? |
| Y |
| QUALIFICATION RULES |
| EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES |
| Qualifying learners are able to:
1. Exercise judgement in complex military operational planning. 2. Organise, plan and conduct joint and multinational operations at the operational level in accordance with relevant military doctrine. 3. Lead, manage and command an operation by applying mission analysis, mission command and directives within legal and ethical prescripts. 4. Critically evaluate and solve qualitative and quantitative problems. |
| ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
| 1.
2. 3. 4. Integrated Assessment The applied competence (practical, foundational and reflexive competencies) of this qualification will be achieved if a candidate is able to undertake joint military planning at the operational level of war in accordance with military doctrine, legal prescripts and procedures. The importance of integrated assessment is to confirm that the learner is able to demonstrate applied competence (practical, foundational and reflexive) and ensure that the purpose of this qualification is achieved. The achievement of applied competence of this qualification will be demonstrated if the learner is able to contribute towards the planning of joint, combined and multi-national operations through advice and support of higher authority and be able to communicate ideas, concepts and arguments verbally and in writing. To ensure this, all specific outcomes, embedded knowledge and critical cross-field outcomes of the unit standards of the qualification must be assessed as well as the exit level outcomes of the qualification. Integrated assessment processes could be advanced by the "clustering" of unit standards in order to assess them simultaneously and to avoid duplication of assessment of learning outcomes and fragmented assessments. Even though learners will retain credits for those unit standards successfully completed, the learner must, in order to successfully complete the qualification, demonstrate applied competence through an integrated summative assessment of the exit level outcomes of the qualification. During formative and summative assessments, a combination of a variety of assessment methods could be used to provide the learner with sufficient opportunity to demonstrate applied competence. Assessment methods could include amongst others observation (eg during syndicate exercises), product evaluation (eg the appreciation) and questioning (oral and or written). Exit level summative assessments of this qualification should include the assessment of knowledge, skills and values whilst greater weighting should be given to application in the workplace environment in order to integrate theory and practice. Simulated scenarios must be utilised (e g planning of a multi-national operation and war gaming) to enable the learner to demonstrate the ability to integrate the knowledge, concepts and ideas and put into practise the learning outcomes achieved across the unit standards. Learners must be assessed on individual work and as part of a team during formative and summative assessments. The above-mentioned assessment processes are also capable of being applied to recognition of prior learning. |
| INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY |
| A project team tasked to investigate the ETD transformation requirements for the SANDF visited European and African command and staff colleges to benchmark the international norms concerning command and staff training in general. The specific countries visited were the United Kingdom (UK), France, Spain, Kenya, Tanzania, Ghana and Nigeria. All of these countries present a "Joint" senior command and staff course from their respective single colleges, which serve all Arms of Service (AoS). International comparison was conducted by means of the staff reports compiled by SANDF staff officers during this benchmarking exercise, and interviews with SANDF Directing Staff and International Directing Staff lecturing at the National War College. Extracts of the information available is reflected below:
Information gained through staff visits United Kingdom A major war-gaming exercise is held using the JOCASTS (Joint Operational Level Command and Staff Training System) computer simulation package. The exercise usually runs on two cycles per day. Separate from the requirements for the ACSC itself, students have the option of studying for a Master's Degree in Defence Administration (MA), which is presented, by a civilian university (King's College). This work is done in parallel with that of the ACSC and, if successful, the degree is awarded to the student on completion of the ACSC. The opinion of the staff responsible for the MA programme is that although the MA does not drive the ACSC, it enhances it by teaching students to think broadly (ie beyond the military focus). Within the MA each student also has various options regarding subject matter to be studied. France The College Interarmees de Defence (CID) curriculum lasts for 12 months. Language training is also available at the CID, as an option for foreign students. The course syllabus is designed to give students the necessary operational training and knowledge to enable them to work and make decisions in a joint services atmosphere as well as to prepare them for work in all types of staff and decision making headquarters within the defence sector. Single Service Unique Training. A period of 2 months is allocated to specific Service unique training. The remaining 10 months is devoted to joint Service training within joint syndicates. The aim of the Single Service phases is to complement the students' knowledge of their own particular AoS, in order to enable them to represent their respective Service competently in the joint Service environment. Each respective AoS Chief of Staff defines the contents of the single Service syllabi. That said, it is planned that the Single Service phase of the CID will gradually reduce in length, as it is felt that much of the subject matter could be covered elsewhere within a separate single Service environment. Ghana The new Senior Command and Staff Course programme is a 46-week course conducted annually. The programme is split into 4 terms: > A joint foundation phase of 11 weeks in which students are taught about the role of the military in society, national and international politics, global issues, military theory and doctrine, operational planning processes (mission command, the planning cycle, problem solving and decision making), the roles and combat power of the respective AoS. This term also includes regional tours. > A single Service component phase of 14 weeks in which students are regrouped into their respective AoS and study in depth their own service unique aspects of operating at the tactical and operational level. Emphasis is on campaign planning at the operational level and the appreciation (estimate) process; as such, each AoS Chief Instructor conducts a confirmatory final exercise at the end of this phase. Higher Management aspects in each of the Services are also covered. > This is a joint studies phase of 17 weeks and is considered the most important part of the course. Here the culmination of what has been taught in Terms 1 and 2 are put into practice and confirmed with the emphasis on the study of joint, combined multinational and inter-agency operations and defence strategy as a whole. Whilst the focus is at the operational level, both the military and national strategic levels of conflict and command are covered. This phase includes a 2-week block period on defence management, a theatre war-game at the operational level and a 3-week peace support operations package. Nigeria The aim of the Nigerian Senior Command and Staff Course is to prepare officers of the rank of major and equivalent for command responsibilities and Grade 2 Staff appointments. The course is presented over a period of 11 months, which is divided into five terms. Two terms are joint and the remaining three are, single service. Service unique modules are presented by the respective individual service faculty. The joint warfare, strategic, geo-political and general studies modules are conducted as tri-service packages presented by the Faculty of Joint Studies. Students also undertake study tours within Nigeria and other African countries as a part of the course. The fact that more time is allocated to single service activity than to joint activity, confirms the impression gained by the team that the course is not really joint. Information gained through interviews Canada The Canadian Command and Staff Course is presented at a degree level. The course is part of a module based/credit gaining programme to gain a Degree or Masters in the military environment. Those who only complete the Senior Command and Staff course are awarded with a military certificate. Learners are thus awarded two separate qualifications. Ghana The Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff Course (Senior Division) is presented above a first-degree level. The military programme runs concurrently with a post-diploma and a masters degree programme of University of Ghana. The military programme is not equated to a civil qualification. Learners are thus awarded two separate qualifications. USA The USA Command Course provides an opportunity for access to a masters degree. Learners are, however, awarded two separate qualifications. The Naval Command Course awards a masters degree on graduating from the course. United Kingdom Separate from the requirements for the Advanced Command and Staff Course (ACSC) itself, students have the option of studying for a Master's Degree in Defence Administration (MA), which is presented by a civilian university (King's College). This work is done in parallel with that of the ACSC and, if successful, the degree is awarded to the student on completion of the ACSC. Zimbabwe The Zimbabwean Joint Senior Command and Staff Course is presented below a first-degree level, however, it provides credits towards a first degree at the University of Zimbabwe. Uganda The Ugandan Senior Command and Staff Course had only been in operation since October 2004. No information regarding articulation is available. Kenya The Kenyan Grade Two Command and Staff Course is presented below the level of a first degree, however, the programme runs in conjunction with a local university and at the end the learners are awarded a Diploma in Military Strategy at the level of a first degree. The concurrent component is compulsory. Candidates must meet university entry requirements before embarking on the university component. Military qualifications are awarded points by the university board prior to embarking on the university component. Learners are thus awarded two separate qualifications. India The Indian Command and Staff Course is presented in conjunction with a local university. At the end learners are awarded a Masters degree in Defence Strategy. The component provided by the university is, however, not compulsory. Candidates must meet university entry requirements before embarking on the university component. Military qualifications are awarded points by the university board prior to embarking on the university component. Learners are thus awarded two separate qualifications. The proposed South African qualification compares favourably with programmes that are being presented by the armed forces of all the countries considered, more so in terms of the fundamental and core unit standards. The content and level is much the same and seems to follow an international trend. None of the countries consider their programmes as being national qualifications neither degree status unless it integrates with a university component. Most countries have now opted to join forces with their universities and in doing so contribute to the development of well-educated military leaders who are well adjusted to civil society. |
| ARTICULATION OPTIONS |
| This qualification is a first for officers involved in military operations at the operational level of war. It is intended for officers who will be capable of effectively undertaking processes related to joint and multi-national military operations at the operational level of war and will enable the qualifying learner to advance to other military professional development related qualifications. This qualification would also provide the necessary foundation to articulate vertically to military related qualifications at level 7 and other specialisation areas within military management. The following qualifications have been identified as providing direct articulation and portability:
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| MODERATION OPTIONS |
| CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS |
| For an applicant to register as an assessor, the applicant has to:
Additional requirements for assessors are included in the respective unit standards. |
REREGISTRATION HISTORY |
| As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. |
| NOTES |
| As per the SAQA decision to re-register all provider-based qualifications on the National Qualifications Framework that meet the criteria for re-registration, this qualification has been re-registered from 1 July 2018. As per the SAQA decision to re-register all provider-based qualifications on the National Qualifications Framework that meet the criteria for re-registration, this qualification has been re-registered from 1 July 2018. N/A |
| UNIT STANDARDS: |
| ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | CREDITS | |
| Core | 15234 | Apply efficient time management to the work of a department/division/section | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | 4 |
| Core | 15236 | Apply financial analysis | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | 4 |
| Core | 15237 | Build teams to meet set goals and objectives | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | 3 |
| Core | 10622 | Conduct communication within a business environment | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | 8 |
| Core | 117987 | Contextualize concepts of National Security | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | 8 |
| Core | 15093 | Demonstrate insight into democracy as a form of governance and its implications for a diverse society | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | 5 |
| Core | 15233 | Harness diversity and build on strengths of a diverse working environment | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | 3 |
| Core | 114226 | Interpret and manage conflicts within the workplace | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | 8 |
| Core | 15230 | Monitor team members and measure effectiveness of performance | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | 4 |
| Core | 110526 | Plan, organise, implement and control record-keeping systems | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | 4 |
| Core | 7878 | Prepare and Maintain Financial Records and Statements | Level 5 | NQF Level 05 | 12 |
| Core | 15220 | Set, monitor and measure the achievement of goals and objectives for a team, department or division within an organisation | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | 4 |
| Core | 119918 | Apply military joint and multi-national doctrine and policy during campaign planning | Level 6 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6 | 42 |
| Core | 119917 | Apply the Campaign Planning Process | Level 6 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6 | 20 |
| Core | 10301 | Complete a research assignment | Level 6 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6 | 20 |
| Core | 119919 | Manage resources within military operations | Level 6 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6 | 15 |
| Core | 119922 | Solve joint and multi-national military and civil-military problems by applying qualitative and quantitative problem solving techniques | Level 6 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6 | 12 |
| Fundamental | 119920 | Analyse the impact of global aspects on Southern African military related affairs | Level 6 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6 | 8 |
| Fundamental | 14505 | Apply the principles of ethics and professionalism to a business environment | Level 6 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6 | 6 |
| Fundamental | 119921 | Apply the Strategic Direction process for a department, division or team at the corporate level | Level 6 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6 | 7 |
| Fundamental | 119923 | Evaluate the impact of the evolution of war on current military affairs | Level 6 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6 | 10 |
| Elective | 119211 | Apply systems engineering principles in a complex acquisition management process | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | 8 |
| Elective | 119215 | Develop acquisition requirements to meet stakeholders' needs | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | 8 |
| Elective | 119209 | Develop functional specification for complex acquisition programmes | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | 8 |
| Elective | 119212 | Manage complex acquisition contracts | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | 8 |
| Elective | 116338 | Apply basic business accounting practices | Level 6 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6 | 9 |
| Elective | 116367 | Apply basic human resources practices | Level 6 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6 | 8 |
| Elective | 10591 | Conduct interpersonal management | Level 6 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6 | 6 |
| Elective | 114868 | Demonstrate an understanding of international law in diplomatic context | Level 6 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6 | 5 |
| Elective | 117439 | Disseminate information | Level 6 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6 | 15 |
| Elective | 12139 | Facilitate the resolution of employee grievances | Level 6 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6 | 5 |
| Elective | 10597 | Implement operational management principles and techniques | Level 6 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6 | 8 |
| Elective | 114493 | Manage interactive communication between public and government | Level 6 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6 | 7 |
| LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: |
| NONE |
| PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: |
| This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here. |
| 1. | SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL WAR COLLEGE |
| All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source. |