University of Johannesburg
Master of Commerce in Local Economic Development
The Master of Commerce in Local Economic Development in Economics is offered by University of Johannesburg.
Program Length: 2 YEARS.
Subjects: 9.
Master of Commerce in Local Economic Development offered by the University of Johannesburg
PURPOSE
The purpose of this qualification is to develop an advanced level of knowledge, skills and applied competence in the field of Local Economic Development (LED). The programme is specifically designed to meet the requirements of the LED profession and is aimed at students who plan to qualify as Certified LED professionals. This professional Master’s degree prepares students to reflect on the practice of LED. Through the research component, students will contribute towards the development of knowledge at an advanced level and prepare them for specialised professional employment.
RULES OF ACCESS
The minimum admission requirement is a cognate Bachelor Honours Degree or a Postgraduate Diploma. Alternatively, any other four-year qualification on NQF LEVEL 8 and related Micro- and Macroeconomics and or related experience which is considered relevant and sufficient by the School of Economics. A preparatory study and an entrance examination may be required by the UJ School of Economics
