Next intake: 5 October 2026 (multiple intakes available)

Higher Certificate in Management Practice (HCMP)

Turn your experience into certified excellence. There comes a point in a career where you know you can do the job, but there is an invisible ceiling above you. This one-year, part-time management practice programme can help you break through.

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Course overview

Academic level

NQF Level 5 / 120 credits

Programme fee 2026

R61,500 (VAT exempt) – In person
R58,500 (VAT exempt) – online

Duration

12 months, part-time

Delivery mode

Online and in-person options

SAQA ID

102107

Next Intake (in-person)

5 October 2026

Gain formal recognition and visibility in the workplace

This one-year, part-time Higher Certificate in Management Practice turns your practical knowledge into an NQF Level 5 qualification. Break through the weight of "experience only" and command your next move. Henley Africa has been developing African business leaders for 30 years, and we know that a qualification is only as good as the confidence and connections it gives you. You’ll gain three important things from this programme:

Validation, not just education

Most of our graduates tell us the biggest shift isn't just the new skills, it’s the formal validation of the skills they already had

Applied learning

We don’t do hypothetical case studies. All assessments are project-based and tied directly to your current role

The Henley reputation

You aren't just getting a certificate; you’re joining the ranks of an international business school rated number one in South Africa by corporate decision-makers for eight consecutive years

Your Henley advantage

#1 in South Africa

Ranked as the top institution for Executive Education (open, custom, and online programmes) for two years in a row by PMR.africa (2025 and 2026)

91%

Based on alumni surveys, 91% of undergraduate students report career progress within six months of graduation

110,000+

Our formidable global alumni network spans 167 countries, opening doors for you

Top 1%

One of only 125–130 global business schools to hold triple-crown accreditation — AMBA, AACSB, EQUIS. Plus, Henley is accredited by the African Association of Business Schools (AABS)

‘The moment your career catches up with your ambition’: What our alumni say about this programme

Our graduates often describe the HCMP as the ultimate key to opportunity – unlocking doors that were once closed simply for the lack of a specific line on a resume.

Graduating from Henley is one of my greatest accomplishments. I have become a confident leader in my field but I’m not done yet. The next challenge I have set myself is the PGDip so watch this space!

What you will learn on Henley’s HCMP

The Higher Certificate in Management Practice is an NQF Level 5 accredited qualification comprising five learning blocks delivered over 12 months. Our systems-thinking, applied approach will demystify the intricacies of how a business actually turns a profit and give you the confidence to put your hand up.

Instead of looking at business as a list of departments or functions, you’ll learn to see it as an ecosystem – a series of interconnected parts that have to function together to remain sustainable.

Gain practical tools for managing people and navigating the friction of workplace growth, helping you start the process of learning to lead yourself so you can lead a team.

Apply what you’re learning to a real-world challenge. Your workplace is the learning lab. What you're reading on Monday will connect to what you're doing on Tuesday.

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Apply for the HCMP if you are tired of being overlooked

There comes a point in a career where you know you can do the job, but your CV doesn't match your capabilities. If this is your reality, then this programme is for you. All you need is a matric qualification or equivalent, and at least one year of working experience.

Work experience

You will need at least one year of work experience

Academic qualification

A matric or equivalent certificate (NQF Level 4)

Don’t have a matric or equivalent certificate?

You may qualify for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) if you have at least five years of work experience

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The HCMP is built around five learning blocks

Module 1 24 credits

Fundamental Management Concepts

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Module 2 24 credits

Systems Thinking and Business

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Module 3 24 credits

Working with People

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Module 4 3 credits

Fundamental Business Acumen

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Module 5 3 credits

Action Learning Activity

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Assessments

Our approach to assessments is comprehensive and practical, geared to ensure you are ready for real-world challenges.

Assignments

Examination

Group projects

All assessments are project-based and directly tied to your role within your organisation. This approach ensures:

Sustained learning: You immediately apply the tools and models learned

Real-world impact: Your growth and application of skills continue long after the programme ends

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Fees and financing

HCMP fees

In-person: R61,500 (VAT exempt)
Online: R58,500 (VAT exempt)

No registration or administration fees apply

Need financial support?

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

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Should you require any further information about our post-experience undergraduate programmes, email us at  UG.admissions@henleysa.ac.za

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