Learnerships
TSIBA Ignition Academy offers both employed and unemployed learnerships
LEARNERSHIPS
Our Offering
EMPLOYED LEARNERSHIPS
Employed learnerships in South Africa offer several unique benefits for both the learners and the employers. Some key advantages of employed learnerships are:
- On-the-job training
- Mentorship
- Career advancement opportunities
- Customised training
- Increased employee loyalty and retention
- Enhanced productivity and efficiency
- Compliance with B-BBEE requirements
UNEMPLOYED LEARNERSHIPS
Unemployed learnerships in South Africa offer several benefits for individuals who are currently unemployed or seeking employment. Here are some key advantages of unemployed learnerships:
- Skills development and employability
- Work experience
- Networking opportunities
- Access to job opportunities
- Financial support
- Recognition and certification
- Personal growth and confidence building
Unemployed learnerships play a vital role in empowering individuals, equipping them with skills, and improving their chances of finding employment. These learnerships provide practical training, work experience, networking opportunities, and financial support, ultimately helping individuals overcome barriers to employment and enhancing their long-term prospects.
Qualifications offered as Learnerships:
Occupational Certificate: Design Thinking Practitioner
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SAQA ID: 118705
Credits: 100
Duration: 12 months
Type: Tuition Bursary
NQF Level: 4
MINIMUM ENTRY CRITERIA
NQF Level 3 Qualification (or equivalent qualification)
Occupational Certificate: Data Science Practitioner
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SAQA ID: 118708
Credits: 185
Duration: 18-24 months
Type: Tuition Bursary
NQF Level: 5
MINIMUM ENTRY CRITERIA
NQF Level 4 with Mathematics
Occupational Certificate: IoT Developer
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SAQA ID: 119262
Credits: 141
Duration: 12 months
Type: Tuition Bursary
NQF Level: 4
MINIMUM ENTRY CRITERIA
NQF Level 3 Qualification (or equivalent qualification)
Occupational Certificate: Organisational Risk Manager (Risk Practitioner)
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SAQA ID: 94222
Credits: 125
Duration: 18 months
Type: Tuition Bursary
NQF Level: 6
MINIMUM ENTRY CRITERIA
NQF Level 4 Qualification with endorsement for diploma studies
Occupational Certificate: Project Manager
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SAQA ID: 101869
Credits: 240
Duration: 24 months
Type: Tuition Bursary
NQF Level: 5
MINIMUM ENTRY CRITERIA
NQF Level 4 Qualification (or equivalent qualification) with Communication and Mathematics Literacy
National Certificate: Generic Management
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SAQA ID: 59201 (LP 60269)
Credits: 168
Duration: 18 months
Type: Learnership
NQF Level: 5
MINIMUM ENTRY CRITERIA
Communication at NQF Level 4 *
Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 4 *
Computery Literacy NQF Level 3 (TIA Requirement)
Further Education and Training Certificate: Business Administration Services
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SAQA ID: 61595
Credits: 152
Duration: 12 months
Type: Learnership
NQF Level: 4
MINIMUM ENTRY CRITERIA
Communication at NQF Level 3 *
Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 3 *
Computery Literacy NQF Level 3
BURSARIES
Our Offering
Sponsoring bursaries in South Africa not only demonstrates a commitment to education but also yields substantial benefits for businesses, especially when viewed through the lens of Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) and socio-economic empowerment. By investing in education through bursary programs, companies can reap multifaceted rewards. TSIBA offers opportunities to sponsor students on bursaries through both the TSIBA Business School as well as the TSIBA Ignition Academy.
Qualifications offered as part-time, hybrid study programmes (from 2024) available for bursary sponsorship:
Higher Certificate in Business Administration
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SAQA ID: 84186
Credits: 132
Duration: Full Time (1 year)
Part Time (2 years)
Type: Tuition Bursary
NQF Level: 5
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
- A National Senior Certificate with Higher Certificate endorsement (or equivalent); and
- A minimum of 18 point on the TSIBA Points System (TPS)
Bachelor of Business Administration
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SAQA ID: 61469
Credits: 369
Duration: Full Time (3 years)
Part Time (4 years)
Type: Tuition Bursary
NQF Level: 7
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
- A National Senior Certificate pass with degree endorsement (or equivalent); and
- A minimum of 24 Points on the TSIBA Points System (TPS);
- A Higher Certificate in Business Administration or equivalent
Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration
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SAQA ID: 118548
Credits: 120
Duration: 18 months
Type: Tuition Bursary
NQF Level: 8
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
- A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent;
- Numeracy and English Lietracy at NQF level 4
TRAINING
Accredited Short Skills Programmes
Accredited short programs in South Africa offer a flexible and efficient way for individuals to acquire specialized skills, enhance their knowledge, and stay current in their fields. They provide practical and applicable learning experiences, industry recognition, networking opportunities, and career advancement prospects. These programs cater to the diverse needs of learners and enable continuous learning throughout one’s professional journey.
Occupational Qualifications: Part Qualifications/Skills Programmes
Software Tester
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SAQA ID: 119438
Credits: 70
Duration: 6 months
Type: Part Qualification/Skills Programme/Learnership
NQF Level: 5
PRICING
Training: R21 600
MINIMUM ENTRY CRITERIA
Any NQF Level 4 qualification.
Sales Assistant (General) (Retail Sales Advisor)
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SAQA ID: 99669
Credits: 54
Duration: 6 months
Type: Part Qualification/Skills Programme/Learnership
NQF Level: 3
PRICING
Training: R17 000
MINIMUM ENTRY CRITERIA
Any NQF Level 2qualification.
Executive Short Courses
Fundamentals of Project Management
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In today’s agile business world, project management is a critical skill for professionals across all industries. This introductory course equips participants with the fundamental principles, tools, and techniques of project management, drawing from PMBoK and Prince2 methodologies. Designed for early-stage professionals, school leavers, and aspiring project managers, it provides essential knowledge to balance scope, cost, time, and quality while preparing for entry-level roles. Whether you’re an employee, entrepreneur, or self-employed, this course lays a solid foundation for further specialization in the dynamic field of project management.
Foundations of Business Coaching & Mentoring
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Unlock the power of coaching and mentoring to elevate leadership and drive performance in any organization. This foundational course equips entry-level professionals and recent graduates with essential skills in goal-setting, communication, and motivation, grounded in proven coaching and mentoring principles. Whether you’re looking to enhance your leadership potential or empower others, this course provides practical tools to apply in real-world settings while upholding ethical and professional best practices. A great coach awakens potential, and a great mentor inspires growth—become both and make an impact.
Fundamentals of Business Administration
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Master the fundamentals of business administration and management with this practical, beginner-friendly course designed to elevate your ability to contribute to organisational success. Whether you’re an early-career professional, aspiring manager, or looking to transition into business leadership, this course provides essential knowledge in management functions, organisational structures, communication, and business finance. Gain the tools and confidence to effectively manage people and resources, bridging the gap between technical expertise and leadership capability. Step into the world of business with clarity and impact!
SA TAX Applications for Small Businesses
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Master the South African Tax System with a focus on Small Business Corporations (SBCs) in this practical, hands-on course. Designed for entrepreneurs, financial managers, tax professionals, and business students, it covers SBC classification, compliance, and tax planning strategies to optimise efficiency and ensure regulatory adherence. Through real-world case studies and expert insights, participants will gain the skills to navigate complex tax regulations and develop effective tax strategies for small businesses. Stay ahead in tax planning—enroll today!
AI & Digital Courses:
AI+ Data
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The AI+ Data certification teaches essential data science skills, including statistics,
programming, and Machine Learning. It features a hands-on capstone project on Employee
Attrition Prediction and focuses on data-driven decision-making and storytelling. With
personalized mentorship and immersive projects, this program prepares professionals for
success in AI and data science.
AI+ Finance
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The AI+ Finance certification explores AI’s impact on finance, covering key areas like fraud
detection, credit enhancement, market forecasting, and blockchain integration. Participants
gain practical skills to leverage AI for optimizing financial processes and driving innovation in
the evolving financial landscape.
AI+ Design
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The AI+ Design certification teaches designers how to integrate AI into their work,
combining foundational knowledge with practical applications to lead in the evolving, AI-
driven design industry.
AI+ Product Manager
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The AI+ for Product Managers certification covers AI fundamentals and applications in
product management, focusing on the evolving role of AI Product Managers and how AI
enhances product development and market-driven solutions.
AI+ Writer
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The AI+ Writer certification teaches AI-driven content creation, SEO, monetization, and
prompt engineering. It also covers streamlining editorial processes and prepares
participants for the future of AI in writing.
AI+ UX Design
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The AI+ UX Designer certification teaches how to integrate AI into user experience design,
covering AI fundamentals, ethical practices, and advanced tools. Participants gain hands-on
experience in AI-assisted content creation, research automation, and prototyping, preparing
them to lead in AI-driven design.
AI+ Marketing
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The AI+ Marketing Certification empowers marketing professionals to harness AI for
customer segmentation, campaign personalization, and data analysis. The program covers real-world applications and ethical considerations, preparing participants to lead AI-driven marketing strategies and make impactful decisions.
AI+ Everyone
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The AI+ Everyone course provides a comprehensive introduction to AI, covering
fundamentals, advancements, applications, ethics, and generative AI. Participants gain
insights into AI technologies across industries and receive practical guidance for starting with
AI, preparing them to navigate its opportunities and challenges in today’s evolving landscape.
AI+ Project Manager
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The AI+ Project Manager certification teaches Project Managers and IT professionals to apply and integrate AI in real-world development challenges. It covers AI applications, algorithms, and models, preparing participants to design and implement AI solutions in project management environments.
AI+ Engineer
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The AI+ Engineer certification covers AI fundamentals, advanced techniques, and practical applications. Participants gain hands-on experience with AI architecture, neural networks, NLP, and deployment, preparing them to solve real-world AI challenges.
AI+ Cloud
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The AI+ Cloud™ certification helps developers and IT professionals master AI integration
with cloud computing. It covers cloud infrastructure, AI model deployment, and includes a capstone project, preparing graduates to implement AI solutions in cloud environments.
AI+ Developer
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The AI+ Developer™ certification covers key AI skills, including Python, deep learning, and
specialization in NLP, computer vision, or reinforcement learning. It focuses on data
processing, model deployment, and real-world AI challenges, preparing graduates for AI
proficiency.
