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Frequently Asked Questions about BMT College
BMT is a registered and accredited online [distance] education institution. We specialise in Business Management and Human Resources Management qualifications. The world-class online Virtual Campus allows you to study with us from anywhere and the flexibility to study anytime. There are also easy and affordable payment plans you can choose from.
Application and Registration FAQs
- Click on the Register Now button and complete the application form.
- Our registration team will verify your details, confirm that you qualify for the programme you applied for, and register you on our system.
- The registration team will send you an official registration welcome letter, your study calendar, student number and login details for the Virtual Campus.
- Upon receipt and confirmation of your first payment, your registration is finalised, and your Virtual Campus profile is automatically activated.
You can start your studies anytime. Once the College processes your application form and the first payment is verified, you will have access to the Virtual Campus and be able to start studying.
Each programme lists the specific and alternative entry requirements. In short, for the:
- Higher Certificate, you need a matric or equivalent qualification. Click here for more information.
- NQF 6 Diploma qualifications, you need matric with an exemption for Diploma studies or equivalent. Click here for more information.
- Advanced Diploma you need an NQF 6 three-year Diploma in a relevant field or an NQF 7 degree in any field. Click here for more information.
NOTE: For each qualification you can also get entry based on Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or age exemption.
To study online with BMT College, you will need a device to access the internet and log in on the Virtual Campus, where you can view or download your study guides and use this with your prescribed textbooks to complete your online assignments.
Yes, if you are 23 years or older, you can register for the Higher Certificate and Diploma qualifications. Simply submit your CV and a short (500 – 800) word essay. The registration department will evaluate your application and register you as a conditional student if you qualify.
When the next intake opens, you will be able to register. New registration intakes usually open in October (for the first semester) and in April (for the second semester). Please leave your e-mail to the registration department, which will notify you when we start accepting new registrations.
NOTE: The new semester may be subject to a study fee increase.
If you have any further queries, please contact us on 011 708 0159, or send an e-mail to info@bmtcollege.ac.za.
Study and Assignment FAQs
Assignments are easily completed and submitted directly on the Virtual Campus.
No, all assignments are completed on the Virtual Campus.
Each assignment has a set due date. These due dates are available in the study calendar you received upon registration and are also updated in your calendar on the Virtual Campus.
You will receive a mark of 0 for the first attempt of the assignment.
- Each module has a formative assignment. The purpose of formative assignments is to test your knowledge of the content of the modules. You have multiple attempts to complete the formative assignments until the due date. This allows you to review the study material as you test your knowledge.
- Each subject has a summative assignment. Summative assignments test your understanding and ability to apply the concepts and theory of the relevant subject. Some modules are also subjects. For example, each module has a summative assignment for the Higher Certificate and Advanced Diploma qualifications. Summative assignments are longer and more in-depth tasks. Summative assignments may include essays, projects, and some research.
- In the Diploma and Higher Certificate qualifications, each year ends with Final Integrated Summative Assignments (FISA) to test your knowledge, understanding, application and integration of the various subjects.
- The Work Integrated Learning (WIL) component is an integrated research project in the final year of the NQF 6 diploma. The project or assignment will be based on current developments in the field of study to ensure that learning is relevant. The WIL tasks are usually issued at the beginning of the academic year, and you will work on this project throughout your final year. You will receive detailed information on the project or assignment when it needs to be completed. Your lecturer will also request regular updates on your progress with the WIL assignment.
- The Research Report on the Advanced Diploma replaces the FISA and prepares you for postgraduate studies. The Research Project consists of a theoretical component and a practical component. The practical component consists of a topic submission, proposal and the final research report. The standard duration for the Research Report is six months.
- You need to achieve 50% or more to pass an assignment.
- Panel Interviews are conducted to ensure authenticity.
The minimum period for each qualification is listed on each qualification’s page.
In summary:
- The Higher Certificate is a one-year qualification (120 credits).
- The NQF 6 Diplomas are three-year qualifications (360 credits).
- The NQF 7 Advanced Diplomas are one-year qualifications (120 credits).
NOTE: You have the option to complete the research report while completing the modules (one year), or you can complete the research report after completing the modules (eighteen months).
Yes, you can gain access to a qualification through RPL. You can also use RPL to achieve a qualification partially. To do this, you must prove that you have obtained all the knowledge, skills and aptitude described in a qualification. Your work and portfolio will be assessed against all the standards and outcomes of the nominated qualification. RPL is an extensive and expensive exercise that can take as long or longer than completing the qualification normally. To apply for RPL, don’t hesitate to contact the College.
Electronic copies of most of the prescribed textbooks are available on the Virtual Campus. In summary:
- Higher Certificate – all prescribed textbooks are available on the VC.
- Diploma in Business Management – only one textbook is not available on the VC and is only needed in the second and third year (the same textbook).
- Diploma in Human Resources Management – only one textbook is not available on the VC and is only needed in the second and third year (the same textbook).
- Advanced Diploma in Human Resources Management – only two textbooks are not available on the VC.
To study online with BMT College, you will need a computer with internet access and a webcam. You must be able to log in on the Virtual Campus, where you can view or download your study guides. You will also submit all you assignments directly on the Virtual Campus.
Administration and Payment FAQs
No. Your payments must be up to date to access the Virtual Campus. If you do miss a payment, please contact the accounts department to make an arrangement to keep your Virtual Campus account active.
It depends on when you cancel, and how much you have paid. Please contact the accounts department as soon as possible if you plan to cancel your studies.
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) loans are only available to undergraduate students in public institutions. You can finance your studies, interest free, directly with BMT College. Alternatively, and since BMT College is a registered and accredited Private Higher Education Provider, you can apply for a student loan with most financial institutions, including FUNDI.
BMT College offers a select number of bursaries to deserving second and third-year students. There are currently no bursaries for either the Higher Certificate or the Advanced Diploma qualifications.
Yes. We have easy and affordable payment plans for all our qualifications. If you pay by debit order, there are no finance or interest charges, and you will pay the same amount as the full amount. Please see each programme for a summary of the payment plans, or download the fee schedule here.
The registration fee is included in the study fee, and you do not need to pay this fee separately or before you register with the College. Once you have made your first study fee payment, your account will be activated, and you will have access to the Virtual Campus.
We need an active, working e-mail address to send notifications and reminders about your studies, graduation information and other changes. You can create a free e-mail account with Gmail by going to the google account creation page here. Follow the steps to set up your account.
The study fees are listed with each qualification with the different payment options. You can also download the full fee schedule here.
Our banking details are:
NEDBANK:
Account number: 1984 388 606 (Cheque)
Branch code: 1984 05
Branch Name: Randburg
OR
ABSA
Account number: 407 791 4327 (Cheque)
Universal branch code: 632005
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When making a deposit or an EFT, remember to use your student number as a reference, and to e-mail proof of payment to info@bmtcollege.ac.za.
Accreditation and Registration FAQs
Yes, BMT College is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) as a Private Higher Education Institution, Registration Number: 2011/HE07/002. View the registration certificate here.
Yes, all our qualifications are accredited by the Council on Higher Education (CHE), the accreditation body for higher education (post-school) institutions in South Africa.
Yes, all our qualifications are registered on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) with the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
- Higher Certificate in Business Management – SAQA ID: 118141
- Diploma in Business Management – SAQA ID: 83266
- Diploma in Human Resources Management – SAQA ID: 83286
- Advanced Diploma in Human Resources Management – SAQA ID: 117725
- Advanced Diploma in Business Management – SAQA ID: 119965
General FAQs
BMT College is a distance education provider, so you can study with us from anywhere. Our main campus is at 147 2nd Road, Chartwell, Fourways and is open from Mondays to Fridays, 08:00 to 16:00.
BMT College specialises in Business Management and Human Resources Management qualifications. You can visit our main course page here.
There are selected short courses available, free of charge, to our registered students.
No. BMT College is a private higher education institution offering accredited post-school qualifications. You may qualify for studies towards the Higher Certificate or Diploma qualifications with age exemption if you are older than 23 years and do not have matric. Simply submit your CV and a short (500 – 800) word essay. The registration department will evaluate your application and register you as a conditional student if you qualify.
BMT College is a registered Private Higher Education Institution offering accredited qualifications. Registration No. 2011/HE07/002.
Yes. Upon completion of the Advanced Diploma, you will have access to postgraduate studies in the same or a similar field at any institution, subject to their entry requirements.
If you cannot log in, make sure your payments are up to date. If your account is up to date and your login credentials are correct, please send an e-mail to info@bmtcollege.ac.za, and we will assist you. If your payments are behind, please get in touch with our accounts department to make an arrangement. NOTE: Payments may take up to 3 working days to be verified. Accounts are only activated once payment is confirmed.
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