Advanced Diploma In Innovation Management Practices 

NQF 7 | SAQA ID 124611 | 120 CREDITS

Programme Details

Duration: 12 Months (Minimum)

The Advanced Diploma in Innovation Management Practices equips students with the advanced capabilities needed to drive innovation across industries and organisations. Students will explore innovation leadership, entrepreneurial success, sustainability, intrapreneurship, business acceleration, and research-led innovation. 

The qualification integrates theoretical frameworks with workplace application, preparing graduates for leadership roles in managing innovation for competitive success. It focuses on developing advanced innovation competencies required to navigate and influence dynamic business environments. 

Modules 

• Innovation-Driven Business Efficiency (30 Credits) 
• Innovation Management for Entrepreneurial Success (30 Credits) 
• Innovation Leadership for Competitive Success (30 Credits) 
• Innovation Practice: Business Research Report (30 Credits) 

Qualification rules

• This qualification consists of 120 credits at NQF Level 7. 
• All modules are compulsory. 

Minimum Admission Requirements

• An Advanced Certificate or Diploma in a cognate field at NQF Level 6. 

• Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) will be considered for experienced professionals who do not meet the formal entry requirements. 

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

 Alternative access routes may be granted through the RPL process, evaluated by the Senate on a case-by-case basis. For more information, please refer to the RPL, CAT and Articulation Policy or email: admissions@davinci.ac.za inci.ac.za

Online Information Sessions:

Meet our Subject Matter Experts to find out more about this programme.

Choose from five intakes per year:

March
June
October

Study Mode:

Online distance education with online learning engagements

Duration: 

12 Months (Minimum)

Support:

Fully supported

Accreditation:

The DaVinci Institute for Technology Management (Pty) Ltd, Registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training as a private higher education institution under the Higher Education Act, 1997. Registration No. 2004/HE07/003. This qualification is accredited by the Council on Higher Education and Registered on the National Qualification Framework (NQF) by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

FEES:

Application Fee:

R 350.00

Admission Fee:

The admission fee is a non-refundable fee payable prior to the commencement of the programme.  

Registration Fee:

R4 200.00

When you exit the qualification, you should be equipped to:

• Evaluate management development theories and the impact they may have on sustainable development within the student’s economic context.
• Demonstrate the ability to apply techniques related to the management of technology, the management of innovation, and the management of people processes within a working or community environment.
• Examine and communicate ideas and concepts related to systems thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making.
• Apply technology, innovation, people, and systems thinking concepts to transform individuals, communities, and/or organisations.