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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD: |
Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of a range of research methodologies to undertake local economic development research |
SAQA US ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | |||
110478 | Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of a range of research methodologies to undertake local economic development research | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
SGB Economics | ||||
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | ||||
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FIELD | SUBFIELD | |||
Field 03 - Business, Commerce and Management Studies | Finance, Economics and Accounting | |||
ABET BAND | UNIT STANDARD TYPE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | CREDITS |
Undefined | Regular | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | 4 |
REGISTRATION STATUS | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | |
Reregistered | 2018-07-01 | 2023-06-30 | SAQA 06120/18 | |
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT | LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT | |||
2024-06-30 | 2027-06-30 |
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 unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. |
PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD |
This Unit Standard is intended for people who are, or seek to be, active in the area of local economic development. It provides the learner with an introduction to a range of research methodologies. It also provides an understanding of them through considering their application in the local economic development context.
People credited with this Unit Standard are able to: |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
It is assumed that learners areb competent in:
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UNIT STANDARD RANGE |
Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 |
Describe the various purposes of research in the local economic development environment. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. The possible outcomes of research effort are identified in the local economic development context. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. The process of applying research findings is explained in terms of a range of possible uses of research. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Examples of local economic development research projects in the South African context are identified and explained with specific reference to their findings and application. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 |
Distinguish between quantitative and qualitative research methodologies. |
OUTCOME NOTES |
Distinguish between quantitative and qualitative research methodologies in the local economic development environment. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Qualitative and quantitative research methodologies are defined and compared to one another by referring to examples from local economic development in South Africa. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. The use and value of qualitative local economic development research is illustrated by means of examples from own work context. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. The use and value of quantitative local economic development research is illustrated by means of examples from own work context. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 |
Define and describe various specific research methodologies applicable in own work context. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. The typical characteristics of generally accepted good research practices are discussed by referring to own work context. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. A range of commonly used research methodologies are identified and discussed by referring to own work context. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Examples are given of research methodologies used in local economic development research in own work context. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 |
Discuss the steps required to conduct research for a local economy assessment. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. The purposes of a local economy assessment are explained with reference to own work context. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. A research question is formulated and an appropriate research methodology is selected for a specific local economy assessment. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. A sample group is defined and information is gathered based on the selected research methodology. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
4. Information is analysed to better explain the local economy and to inform decisions regarding local economic development projects and programmes. |
UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS |
1. Anyone assessing a learner against this Unit Standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA, or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.
2. Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this Unit Standard or will assess this Unit Standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQ, or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA . 3. Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the moderation guidelines in the relevant qualification and the agreed ETQA procedures or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA. 4. Therefore, anyone wishing to be assessed against this Unit Standard may apply to be assessed by any assessment agency, assessor or provider institution that is accredited by the relevant ETQA or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA. |
UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE |
UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME |
N/A |
UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES |
N/A |
Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING |
Identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made by, e.g.
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UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING |
Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organization and community by, e.g.
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UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING |
Organise and manage oneself and one`s activities responsibly and effectively by, e.g.
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UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING |
Collect, analyse, organize and critically evaluate information by, e.g.
Demonstrating a knowledge and understanding of a range of research methodologies to undertake local economic development research according to the assessment criteria of the following specific outcome: |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING |
Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/ or language skills in the modes of oral and/ or written presentation by, e.g.
"The use and value of qualitative local economic development research is illustrated by means of examples from own work context". "The use and value of quantitative local economic development research is illustrated by means of examples from own work context" |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING |
Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognizing that problem solving contexts do not exist in isolation by e.g.
Be culturally and aesthetically sensitive across a range of social contexts by, e.g. |
UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA |
N/A |
REREGISTRATION HISTORY |
As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. |
UNIT STANDARD NOTES |
N/A |
QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | STATUS | END DATE | PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY | |
Core | 36436 | National Certificate: Local Economic Development | Level 4 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L4 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | LG SETA |
Elective | 57428 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Youth Development | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | ETDP SETA |
PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
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. |
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2. | Amaqamu Project Management and Consulting |
3. | Avenida (Pty) Ltd |
4. | Bavelile Consultants and Training |
5. | Breakeven 59(PTY) Ltd |
6. | Brilliant Affairs |
7. | Bull's Business and Skills Training Institute |
8. | Business Circle Consultation |
9. | Cradle Stars Trading Enterprise |
10. | Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) |
11. | Dintshang Trading |
12. | Dru-A Professional Training Consultancy |
13. | EDUTEL SKILLS DEVELOPMENT PTY LTD |
14. | Ethembeni Multi Service Enterprise (Pty) Ltd |
15. | Hadima Training Academy |
16. | Hlombe and Associates |
17. | IGKM Management Services (Pty) Ltd |
18. | Inafrica General Trading Pty LTD |
19. | Jabukile Consultancy |
20. | Josmap Training Institute |
21. | Kitso Bokamoso Training Solution |
22. | Leronsa Trading Enterprise |
23. | LETZAA Group |
24. | Londimvelo Consultants |
25. | Magumzane Traiding cc |
26. | Mahayi HRD Services cc |
27. | Makaota Training Consultants |
28. | Mamuhle Academy |
29. | Management College of Southern Africa (MANCOSA) |
30. | Matsila Holdings |
31. | MENTORNET (PTY) LTD |
32. | MML Consulting CC. |
33. | Mortarboard Training Solutions |
34. | MUHANGWENE DEVELOPMENT ENTERPRISE |
35. | Myeza Trading Enterprise |
36. | Networx for Career Development |
37. | Nomagwanishe Investments cc |
38. | Ntevho-Ketso Training and Recruitement Consultancy cc |
39. | NTI College |
40. | Ntsangalala Business Enterprise |
41. | Pebetse Training and Consulting |
42. | Pioneer Business Consulting |
43. | PMA Holdings (PTY ) LTD. |
44. | Princetop Corporative Training (Pty) Ltd |
45. | Professional Development and Training Institute (Pty) Ltd |
46. | PTDEV (Pty) Ltd |
47. | Pulakgadi Training Consulting CC |
48. | Regent Business School (Pty) Ltd t/a Regent Business School |
49. | Resonance Institue of Learning |
50. | Resonance Institute of Learning |
51. | Retshetse Training Project |
52. | Salt Lake Residence Action Group (SARAG) |
53. | Sebenzisanane Human Capital |
54. | Silalele Consulting CC. |
55. | SIZA NESU TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT |
56. | South African ABET Development Agency SAADA |
57. | South African Corporate Training Association |
58. | South African Governance and Business College |
59. | South West Gauteng College - Molapo Campus |
60. | Southern African Youth Movement |
61. | T Mabuya & Associates CC |
62. | Tachfin Holdings |
63. | Talent Centre Training |
64. | Talent Emporium Academy (PTY) Ltd |
65. | Tasc Business Consulting and Training |
66. | Thabelanang t/a Thabelanang Trading Enterprise |
67. | THE GMC GROUP PTY LTD |
68. | Thinking Mind Trading |
69. | Thuto-Boswa Education and Training Solution |
70. | Thuto-Botshabelo Training and Projects (Pty) Ltd |
71. | Tloumogale Business Development & Consulting |
72. | Transafric Consulting Pty Ltd |
73. | Tshwane Training Institute (PTY) LTD. |
74. | Ulwazi Training & Development |
75. | Umfolozi FET College |
76. | UNIVERSITY OF BUSINESS EXCELLENCE(PTY)LTD |
77. | Vicmat Consultants |
78. | WEINVEST INVESTMENT CC |
79. | Zerben Management Solutions |
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. |