Study Business Management Without Matric

It is possible to study for a Business Management qualification without a Matric. There are many ways you can do this, including through the ICB.

The ICB Business Management Programme consists of three levels, and these are:

ICB National Certificate in Small Business Financial Management
ICB Higher Certificate in Office Administration
ICB National Diploma in Financial Accounting

ICB Business Management Programme

ICB National Certificate In Small Business Financial Management

This is an NQF level 4 qualification, which means it is a Matric Equivalent Certificate. Because it is a Matric Equivalent qualification, you do not need Matric to apply. To apply for this course you only need your Grade 11 Certificate/report. This course takes 9 months to complete.

ICB Higher Certificate In Office Administration

This is an NQF level 5 qualification, and the entry requirement for it is that you have completed the ICB National Certificate in Small Business Financial Management. This is a 15-month course.

ICB National Diploma In Financial Accounting

A Diploma is an NQF level 6 qualification, which is just one level below a Degree. The ICB National Diploma in Financial Accounting is a 12-month course. The entry requirement is that you have completed the ICB Higher Certificate In Office Administration.

Where Can I Study Business Management?

There are many distance learning colleges to choose from to study a Business Management course, such as:

ICB

ICB courses are designed to equip you with scarce skills, which are skills that are difficult to find in South Africa. This means you have better prospects of job stability because you will have a skill that many employers are looking for.

Why Choose Distance Learning?

Distance learning has many benefits. The main benefits are that you do not have to attend classes, you can study from the comfort of your own home, and you control your study times, so you can work to earn an income while you study.

What Is A Matric Equivalent?

A Matric Equivalent is a qualification at NQF level 4. The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB) offers Matric Equivalent Courses. All of their courses are well regarded by employers, which improves your chances of finding employment.

What Are NQF Levels?

NQF levels are determined by the NQF (National Qualifications Framework) so that all institutions can understand the educational level of a qualification. NQF levels are maintained by SAQA (the South African Qualifications Authority).

What Are My Options If I Want To Get My Matric?

If you would prefer to get your Matric, there are many options available for you to do this. You can study Online Matric through distance learning. You can choose from many reputable distance learning colleges, such as:

Matric Rewrite (you will receive a National Senior Certificate as you would at the end of Matric)
Matric Upgrade (you will receive an Amended Senior Certificate which works the same as a Matric Certificate/National Senior Certificate)
Adult Matric (you will receive a Senior Certificate, which works the same way as a National Senior Certificate)

Matric Rewrite

Matric Rewrite is available to anyone under the age of 21 who would like to improve their Matric marks. When applying to do a Matric Rewrite, remember the following:

You must be under the age of 21
You may only rewrite two subjects
These must be subjects you wrote for your Matric final exams, you may not change subjects

To apply for a Matric Rewrite, you will need:

A copy of your Statement of Results
A certified copy of your ID

Matric Upgrade

Matric Upgrade is available to those over the age of 21 who would like to improve their Matric marks. When applying to do a Matric Upgrade, remember that:

You can apply as early as 19, but you must be 21 to write the exams
You must be over the age of 21 because you will be writing the Adult Matric exams
You may change any or all of the subjects you would like to

To apply for a Matric Upgrade, you will need:

A copy of your Statement of Results
A certified copy of your ID

Adult Matric

This is available to anyone over the age of 21 who did not get the opportunity to complete their Matric. To apply for the Adult Matric, you will need:

A copy of your Grade 9 Certificate/report or equivalent
A certified copy of your ID

Where Can I Study For My Matric?

There are many reputable distance learning colleges that offer Matric programmes, such as:

What Have We Learned?

ICB Business Management courses gives you a practical, recognised route into business – no Matric required and if you still want your Matric later, there are clear pathways to get it while you build real workplace skills.

Author: Chloe Bydawell
Editor: Amy Venter
Date Published: May 16, 2022