Postgraduate in Management (PGDip) SA

Postgraduate Diploma in Management Practice.

NQF Level 8. Gain the skills to manage complexities in a working environment along with the confidence that comes from being challenged and succeeding.

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There are multiple intakes available in 2025, and our next Face-to-Face intake starts on 17 February 2025 Start your application today →

We change your mind, you change the world

The Postgraduate Diploma in Management Practice (PGDip) will shift your mindset and expand your world view as you transition from an undergraduate to a postgraduate level in management capability. Key networking opportunities will help you learn from management challenges and opportunities that your peers are experiencing. We’ll equip you with the know-how to transform companies, communities, and societies. From there, the route to the top is up to you.

Benefits of this programme

The PGDip provides in-person engagement with a range of facilitators and experts for an enriching learning experience alongside fellow business leaders. Graduates walk a path to the top with skills and knowledge that are anything but ordinary. Our graduates tell us that the key benefits of this programme include:

You’ll be confident and capable when facing complex and unfamiliar business territory.

You’ll learn to lead autonomously and take initiative with the full responsibility of a leader.

You’ll have the critical skills to find new and progressive solutions when challenges arise in your organisation.

You’ll see the bigger picture when it comes to putting your management skills to the test in situations with real-life relevance.

You’ll grasp the nuances of ethical decision-making and be well-versed in corporate governance systems.

Level: NQF Level 8

Award: Postgraduate Diploma in Management Practice (PGDip)

Estimated time required: Class attendance + Self study, 23 contact days

Attendance: Part-time

Duration: 12 months

SAQA ID: 97814

Total credits: 120

Accreditation: Council on Higher Education (CHE)

Mode of delivery: Online/face-to-face

Programme type: Academic, open learning, postgraduate, accredited

Assessment: Assignments, examination, group project

Fees:
R 115,000 (VAT exempt)

PGDip modules

Systemic Management
Practice (5 days)

External operating environment
Personal mastery
Classroom as leadership canvas
Systems thinking & tools
Action learning project

Innovative Wealth
Creation I (5 days)

The new world of work
Financial acumen
Innovation strategy
Systems thinking and action
Learning project

Innovative Wealth
Creation II (4 days)

Shared value
Social innovation and entrepreneurialism
Systems thinking and action learning project

Managing Value
Streams I (4 days)

Strategy and change management
Ethics and leadership
Action learning project

Managing Value
Streams II (3 days)

Personal mastery
Leadership and diversity
Action learning project

Action Learning Report
(2 days)

Group work
Action learning project
Presentations

To join the Postgraduate Diploma in Management Practice programme you will need:

Three years’ management experience.
First degree or equivalent professional or international qualification*
Evidence of competence in English – English language requirements (PDF), and
You must be able to gain access to company data for assignment purposes.

All applicants must submit:

A completed application form
Two references
A certified copy of your National Senior Certificate
Current CV
Certified copies of Identity Document and degree certificates.

Please read the admission requirements and  application form notes before submitting your application.

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PGDIP course fee - 2025: R115,000 (VAT exempt)

Need to finance your studies?

At Henley, we are committed to providing our students with flexible financing options for their studies. Whether you’re an individual in need of finance or an organisation motivating for an increase in budget, we’re here to help. Please click here for information and advice.

Should you require any further information about our programme, email us at pgdip.admissions@henleysa.ac.za.

	Intake 1	Intake 2	Intake 3	Intake 4	Intake 5	Intake 6	Intake 7
	17 February (Face-to-face)	10 March (Online)	07 April (Face-to-face)	09 June (Online)	14 July (Face-to-face)	18 August (Online)	13 October (Face-to-face)
Block 1 Systemic Management Practice	17-21 Feb 2025	10-14 Mar 25	7-11 Apr 2025	9-13 Jun 25	14-18 Jul 25	18-22 Aug 25	13-17 Oct 25
Block 2 Innovative Wealth Creation I	5-9 May 2025	19-23 May 25	23-27 Jun 25	11-15 Aug 25	6-10 Oct 25	3-7 Nov 25	12-16 Jan 26
Block 3 Innovative Wealth Creation II	7-10 Jul 2025	28-31 Jul 25	25-28 Aug 25	20-23 Oct 25	1-4 Dec 25	5-8 Jan 26	30 Mar - 2 Apr 26
Block 4 Managing Value Streams I	8-11 Sep 2025	29 Sep - 2 Oct 25	27-30 Oct 25	26-29 Jan 26	9-12 Feb 26	16-19 Mar 26	1-4 Jun 26
Block 5 Managing Value Streams II	17-19 Nov 2025	8-10 Dec 25	19-21 Jan 26	8-10 Apr 26	28-30 Apr 26	25-27 May 26	11-13 Aug 26
Block 6 Action Learning Report	22-23 Jan 2026	5-6 Feb 26	26-27 Feb 26	14-15 May 26	18-19 Jun 26	2-3 Jul 26	21-22 Sep 26

Unparalleled personal and professional growth.

Henley Business School is a leading global business school with campuses in Africa, Europe, Asia, and the UK. It is the first internationally quadruple-accredited business school in Africa and holds a level 1 B-BBEE status. Our caring, challenging, whole-person learning approach combines up-to-date knowledge, research and commercial experience with high-contact and high-engagement.

You’ll graduate with a new purpose and confidence in life and become part of a powerful global network of Henley alumni who are making an impact across the world. Your qualification is, quite simply, your entry ticket to a new world of possibilities and growth.

Join the next PGDip
Info Session

Join us for the upcoming Postgraduate Diploma in Management Practice Info Session and get a taste of the Henley learning experience. You’ll get to see for yourself how the Henley PGDip can give you a competitive advantage in your career.

Next session:

Date: 14 January 2025

Time: 19:00 - 20:00

Online via Zoom

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We are the first internationally quadruple-accredited business school in Africa and have been ranked for five years in a row by corporate SA (PMR) as being the best MBA business school in South Africa. Henley Executive Education is also rated top in Southern Africa by the Financial Times of London.

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Life balance

Our blended learning approach is flexible and family friendly. You will experience the best of both online and face-to-face learning so you can still find time for all the things that matter most to you. Our structured support system includes administration and logistics support, academic support, as well as counselling support if needed.

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#1 for networking

The Economist has rated Henley’s alumni network as the best in the world for potential to network. This is your portal to the world. We bring classes together both in the virtual world and the real one, so you gain new connections and friendships – that last – in organisations and industries across Africa.

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Rooted in the real

Our faculty are experienced and educated – they consult to companies and boards; many have been senior executives. They manage and know organisations, which ensures that their teaching is rooted in real life, as well as being academically and theoretically rigorous.

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All about you

We are known for our care and focus on personal development – helping you to understand yourself better so that you can become a respected and well-rounded leader.

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Our compass is Africa

We have a long-term commitment to building a beautiful and prosperous future for this continent. By joining Henley you are joining a movement to build Africa. We’ll give you the ability to see business differently and the impetus to build businesses that make a difference.

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Testimonials

“The great thing about the PGDip is that what we were exposed to on the course was very relevant for Africa and South Africa.”

Jeanne Neser

Product Specialist at Vitality Group Inc.

“The PGDip was the best preparation for the MBA that I could’ve had. Consistency is key to not falling behind.”

Loyiso Bala

Channel Director at TBN Africa

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