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Marketing Management Diploma

The Marketing Management Diploma course will provide you with all the skills and knowledge needed to have a professional career in Marketing management.

Available Marketing Management Courses

The NATED Marketing Management Diploma course has three theoretical courses, and a practical training component. This course is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to create, analyse and manage marketing campaigns for various businesses.

What Is Marketing Management: N4 National Certificate?

Course Summary

Certificate Type:
National N Certificate
Course Level:
NQF Level 05, N4
Duration:
12 months

The Marketing Management: NATED N4 National Certificate course, is the first theoretical course you have to complete towards obtaining your Marketing Management qualification. 

This course teaches you the basic knowledge and skills needed to pursue a successful career in Marketing Management.


Course Information:

Course NameMarketing Management: NATED N4 National Certificate
AccreditationThe Quality Council of Trades and Occupations (QCTO)
Examinations

Entrepreneurship and Business Management N4 Internal Exam
Entrepreneurship and Business Management N4 External Exam

Marketing Management N4 Internal Exam
Marketing Management N4 External Exam

Management Communication N4 Internal Exam
Management Communication N4 External Exam

Computer Practice N4 Internal Exam
Computer Practice N4 External Exam

Award Type National Certificate: N4 Marketing Management
Award Issued ByThe Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) and The Quality Council of Trades and Occupations (QCTO)
SAQA ID66872
NQF Level05
Course Duration6 to 12 months
Entry Requirement

Matric Certificate:

Amended Senior Certificate
OR
National Senior Certificate

What Is Marketing Management: N5 National Certificate?

Course Summary

Certificate Type:
National N Certificate
Course Level:
NQF Level 05, N5
Duration:
12 months

The Marketing Management: NATED N5 National Certificate course, is the second theoretical course taken towards getting your Marketing Management qualification. This course builds on and improves the knowledge you have learnt in your previous Marketing Management N4 course.


Course Information:

Course NameMarketing Management: NATED N5 National Certificate
AccreditationThe Quality Council of Trades and Occupations (QCTO)
Examinations

Entrepreneurship and Business Management N5 Internal Exam
Entrepreneurship and Business Management N5 External Exam

Marketing Management N5 Internal Exam
Marketing Management N5 External Exam

Sales Management N5 Internal Exam
Sales Management N5 External Exam

Computer Practice N5 Internal Exam
Computer Practice N5 External Exam

Award Type National Certificate: N5 Marketing Management
Award Issued ByThe Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) and The Quality Council of Trades and Occupations (QCTO)
SAQA ID66952
NQF Level05
Course Duration6 to 12 months
Entry Requirement

National Certificate: N4 Marketing Management

What Is Marketing Management: N6 National Certificate?

Course Summary

Certificate Type:
National N Certificate
Course Level:
NQF Level 05, N6
Duration:
12 months

The Marketing Management: NATED N6 National Certificate course, is the third and final theory course taken in your Marketing Management qualification. 

The Marketing Management N6 course completes the knowledge and skills you have learnt in the previous two courses, and prepares you to enter a competitive job market.


Course Information:

Course NameMarketing Management: NATED N6 National Certificate
AccreditationThe Quality Council of Trades and Occupations (QCTO)
Examinations

Marketing Management N6 Internal Exam
Marketing Management N6 External Exam 

Sales Management N6 Internal Exam
Sales Management N6 External Exam

Marketing Communication N6 Internal Exam
Marketing Communication N6 External Exam

Marketing Research N6 Internal Exam
Marketing Research N6 External Exam

Award Type National Certificate: N6 Marketing Management
Award Issued ByThe Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) and The Quality Council of Trades and Occupations (QCTO)
SAQA ID66996
NQF Level05
Course Duration6 to 12 months
Entry Requirement

National Certificate: N5 Marketing Management

What Is Marketing Management: NATED N6 National Diploma?

Course Summary

Certificate Type:
National N Diploma
Course Level:
NQF Level 06, N6
Duration:
18 months

The Marketing Management: NATED N6 National Diploma course, is a practical training course. It is done after completing all the theory courses. 

Once you have gained a Marketing Management: NATED N6 National Certificate, you have to complete 18-months of practical training, in order to get your Marketing Management National Diploma.


Course Information:

Course NameMarketing Management: NATED N6 National Diploma
AccreditationThe Quality Council of Trades and Occupations (QCTO)
Examinations

The National Diploma course is a practical course. Therefore, no examinations will be written.  However, you will be required to complete all relevant tasks, as per the National N Diploma: Marketing Management: Logbook

Award Type National Certificate: N6 Marketing Management
Award Issued ByThe Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) and The Quality Council of Trades and Occupations (QCTO)
SAQA ID67037
NQF Level06
Course Duration18 months
Entry Requirement

National Certificate: N6 Marketing Management

Subjects For The NATED Marketing Management Diploma Course

During the NATED Marketing Management Diploma course, the following subjects will be covered:


Subjects For Marketing Management: NATED N4 National Certificate

Subjects you will cover in the N4 Marketing Management course include:

  • Entrepreneurship and Business Management N4
  • Marketing Management N4
  • Management Communication N4
  • Computer Practice N4


Subjects For Marketing Management: NATED N5 National Certificate

Subjects you will cover in the N5 Marketing Management course include:

  • Entrepreneurship and Business Management N5
  • Marketing Management N5
  • Sales Management N5
  • Computer Practice N5


Subjects For Marketing Management: NATED N6 National Certificate

Subjects you will cover in the N6 Marketing Management course include:

  • Marketing Management N6
  • Sales Management N6
  • Marketing Communication N6
  • Marketing Research N6


Subjects For Marketing Management: NATED N6 National Diploma

There are no subject requirements for this course. The main requirement for this course is to submit the Marketing Management Logbook, that has a record of all the tasks you completed during the 18-months-long practical training period. 


What Will I Learn?

During your Marketing Management N4 – N6 National Certificate courses, you will learn and gain knowledge on:

  • Entrepreneurship and Business Management
  • Marketing Management
  • Sales Management
  • Communication
  • Computer Practice
  • Marketing Research


During the
Marketing Management Diploma course, you will gain practical skills and knowledge through 18-months of practical training. This will equip you with real-life knowledge and skills needed to succeed. 


Career Opportunities

You can pursue the following career paths after obtaining a NATED Marketing Management Diploma:

  • Digital Marketer
  • Market Research Analyst
  • Copywriter
  • Public Relations Specialist
  • Marketing Director


Salary Expectations

Each career path has a different monthly salary that is often dependent on your experience. The monthly expected salary for the different career paths are as follows:


Role And Responsibilities

The roles and responsibilities will vary based on the career path you follow. Roles and responsibilities in Marketing Management typically include:

  • Promote products and services
  • Build brand awareness
  • Develop, implement and manage marketing campaigns
  • Produce different advertising channels
  • Create and maintain a good public for clients
  • Oversee the development of marketing strategies

Each NATED Course Builds On The Next:

The Marketing Management Diploma course has a total of four courses. With the Marketing Management N4 National Certificate being the first theory course, and the Marketing Management N6 National Certificate course being the last theory course.

Once you have successfully obtained the Marketing Management: NATED N6 National Certificate, you are required to complete 18-months of practical training. 

Only after you have submitted your Marketing Management Logbook, will you be eligible to receive your Marketing Management National Diploma.


What Are My Options After Receiving My Marketing Management: NATED Certificates?

Marketing Management Journey Infograph

After completing your Marketing Management: NATED N4 National Certificate, you can:


After completing your
Marketing Management: NATED N5 National Certificate, you can:


After completing your
Marketing Management: NATED N6 National Certificate, you can:


After completing your
Marketing Management National Diploma, you can

  • Apply for jobs in Marketing Management

NATED Marketing Management Diploma Course Curriculum

The Marketing Management NATED Diploma curriculum consists of four study subjects at each course level. For each subject taken throughout the course, you will have to complete two assessments, and write two examinations.


Assessments To Be Completed In NATED Marketing Management Diploma Course

Assessments to be completed during your Marketing Management N4 National Certificate course include:

  • Entrepreneurship and Business Management N4 Assessment 1
  • Entrepreneurship and Business Management N4 Assessment 2
  • Marketing Management N4 Assessment 1
  • Marketing Management N4 Assessment 2
  • Management Communication N4 Assessment 1
  • Management Communication N4 Assessment 2
  • Computer Practice N4 Assessment 1
  • Computer Practice N4 Assessment 2


Assessments to be completed during your
Marketing Management N5 National Certificate course include:

  • Entrepreneurship and Business Management N5 Assessment 1
  • Entrepreneurship and Business Management N5 Assessment 2
  • Marketing Management N5 Assessment 1
  • Marketing Management N5 Assessment 2
  • Sales Management N5 Assessment 1
  • Sales Management N5 Assessment 2
  • Computer Practice N5 Assessment 1
  • Computer Practice N5 Assessment 2


Assessments to be completed during your
Marketing Management N6 National Certificate course include:

  • Marketing Management N6 Assessment 1
  • Marketing Management N6 Assessment 2
  • Sales Management N6 Assessment 1
  • Sales Management N6 Assessment 2
  • Marketing Communication N6 Assessment 1
  • Marketing Communication N6 Assessment 2
  • Marketing Research N6 Assessment 1
  • Marketing Research N6 Assessment 2


The assessments to be completed during the
Marketing Management N6 National Diploma course include:


If you have a job, you can request that your Manager or Supervisor assign you duties based on the
Marketing Management: Logbook. Your manager must verify that you have finished the duties and sign the Logbook.

If you do not have a job and want to get practical training, you can register to be placed with a business through iWIL

iWIL is a government website that assists students in obtaining career-related training. You will still need to fill out and submit a Logbook detailing the tasks you did while working at the company.


NATED Marketing Management Diploma Exams

The NATED Marketing Management Diploma course consists of two examinations that are to be taken per subject, at every course level. For each subject, there will be one internal and one external examination.

Why Choose To Study With Bellview Institute of Distance Learning?

Choosing to study through Bellview Institute has a host of advantages and benefits, that are designed to make your learning experience easy and convenient. View our benefits here.

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Meet Your Marketing Management Tutors


Bellview Institute of Distance Learning Marketing Management Facebook Group

You can join Bellview’s Marketing Management Facebook Group to communicate with Bellview faculty and classmates. You will receive the most recent information and news about the NATED Marketing Management course, as well as the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.

Bellview Institute of Distance Learning Application Process

Bellview’s registration is available all year. You can submit your application by:


Call or WhatsApp: 065 656 9818
Landline Number: 021 838 8280


How Do I Study For A NATED Marketing Management Diploma?

To start the NATED Marketing Management National Diploma course, you will need to have a Matric Certificate. Either a National Senior Certificate or an Amended Senior Certificate. Once you have a Matric Certificate, you will be able to:


Once you have successfully gained a
Marketing Management: NATED N4 National Certificate, you need to:


Once you have successfully completed your
Marketing Management: NATED N5 National Certificate course, you can then:


To obtain your
Marketing Management National Diploma will need to have:


When Can I Start Studying NATED Marketing Management?

You can start studying the NATED Marketing Management National Diploma course at any time, provided you meet all the necessary course requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, marketing is a good career. It is extremely versatile, and there are plenty of high paying, in-demand jobs.

The NATED Marketing Management Diploma will take a total of 36 months to complete, excluding your 18-months of practical training.

To get a National Diploma in Marketing Management, you first need to complete all N4 – N6 theoretical studies. After successfully completing all courses, you must complete 18-months of practical training, to receive your National Diploma.

A Marketing Executive is one of the highest paying jobs available in the Marketing career sector.

One of the main tasks of a Marketing Manager is to increase brand awareness, by running, promoting and managing businesses advertising campaigns.

The minimum requirement to study Marketing Management is a National Senior Certificate.

The following subjects are covered in the N4 Marketing Management Course:

  • Entrepreneurship and Business Management N4
  • Marketing Management N4
  • Management Communication N4
  • Computer Practice N4

Marketing Management is an in-demand skill, and as the world is going digital its demand is growing even more. Marketing is also a skill that is required in every industry this means that finding employment is not going to be too difficult.

Yes, it is. There are a lot of career opportunities that you can explore with a Marketing Management qualification. You will be able to work in any industry and earn a competitive salary.

Some functions of Marketing Management include:

  • Storage
  • Selling
  • Risk Analysis
  • Standardization
  • Gathering market information
  • Buying
  • Financing
  • Transportation

Marketing Managers can earn between R57 400 and R87 800 per month in South Africa.

Marketing is a high paying job. Some high paying marketing jobs pay an average of R200 000 annually.

The major marketing subjects are:

  • Marketing Management
  • Product Management
  • Distribution Management
  • Consumer Behaviour with Marketing Insighting

The five concepts of marketing are:

  • Production concept
  • Product concept
  • Selling concept
  • Marketing concept
  • Societal Marketing concept

To become successful in your marketing career, it is best to have the following skills:

  • Leadership
  • Interpersonal
  • Writing
  • Data analysis
  • Communication
  • Creativity
  • Problem-solving

Our NATED Marketing Management course will take 54 months to complete. The National Certificate courses, which are the theoretical component, will take you 36 months to complete. The National Diploma, which is the practical component, will take you 18 months to complete.

The Marketing Management Diploma course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills that will help them with building a career in Marketing Management.

No, it does not. Maths may not be the core focus in a Marketing course, but knowledge of Maths can be beneficial as you will need to manage money.

Yes, they are. Marketing is one of the most important department in an organisation. Companies are always growing and need people to perform their marketing duties.

No, it is not. Marketing is one of the hardest jobs. It requires you to have certain skills and abilities that will help you market the business and get customers.

The best way to start learning basic Marketing is to register for our NATED Marketing Management courses. You will learn the basic skills and knowledge of Marketing.

The four Ps of marketing are:

  • Product
  • Place
  • Price
  • Promotion

Some of the roles Marketing Managers are responsible for include:

  • Managing a team of marketers
  • Putting budgets together for campaigns and getting them approved
  • Developing marketing campaigns

Yes, Marketing is a vital part of any business. They help with promoting the businesses products or services.

NSFAS funds courses offered by public institutions, we are a private institution and so NSFAS does not fund our courses.

The key elements of success in marketing are:

  • Segmentation
  • Targeting and positioning
  • Promotional tactics
  • Monitoring and evaluation
  • Marketing Planning

Marketing Management Programmes can equip companies and their leaders with the tools to gain a competitive advantage in challenging markets.

Yes, marketing is among the most difficult majors. It’s all about data collection and analysis, learning how to develop effective communication and marketing strategies.

Marketing management involves developing, planning, and implementing strategies that will aid in promoting the brand of the business and reaching larger business goals.

No. Knowledge in accounting is not a requirement to pursue a career in marketing.

You will learn everything you need to know about various marketing strategies during the Marketing Management course. You will gain additional knowledge about sales management and market research. You will also learn about workplace communication and computer practice.

The following subjects will be covered during the Marketing Management course:

  • Entrepreneurship and Business Management
  • Marketing Management
  • Sales Management
  • Computer Practice
  • Management Communication

The NATED Marketing Management course is accredited by the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) and the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO).

These are the careers you will be able to pursue with a Marketing Management qualification:

  • Marketing Manager
  • Digital Copywriter
  • Social Media Manager
  • Marketing Consultant
  • Marketing Assistant
  • Sales and Event Coordinator

The Marketing Management Diploma award will be issued by the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) and the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO).

No, you cannot study the Marketing Management N6 National Diploma course without first completing the Marketing Management N4 – N6 National Certificate courses. The Marketing Management N4 – N6 National Certificate courses will provide you with the theoretical knowledge you will need to complete the Marketing Management N6 National Diploma course.

No, the Marketing Management course is not expensive. However, to make paying for your course fees easier, we offer the following payment plans:

  • Advanced Payment
  • Split Payment
  • Monthly Payment
  • Unique Payment

When you complete the Marketing Management N6 National Certificate course, you are going to be able to pursue the following careers:

  • Digital Marketer Market
  • Research Analyst
  • Copywriter

No, you will not be required to attend any classes for the Marketing Management course. This is a distance learning course which means you are going to be able to complete the course from your home at your own pace.

Marketing is important for businesses because it helps companies advertise the products or services they are selling and they persuade customers to buy the products and/or services.

As a Marketing professional, your salary will depend on your position, where you work, if you have a qualification and if you have any experience. You could earn anywhere between R17 000 and R27 000 per month.

The main goal of marketing is to reach your target audience and persuade customers to buy your product or service by clearly communicate the benefits of your product or service.

The most important skills you are going to need as a Marketing Manager are:

  • Interpersonal skills
  • Creativity
  • Communication
  • Adaptability
  • Innovative thinking
  • Analytical skills
  • Critical Thinking skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Teamwork skills

You can use your N6 Diploma in Marketing Management to find employment and build a successful career for yourself.


Author: Ashley Roskruge
Editor: Connor Bergsma
Date Published: May 16, 2022