IIE Bachelor of Business Administration Course Requirements at Varsity College
Varsity College · Faculty of Commerce
The IIE Bachelor of Business Administration is a bachelor's Degree offered by Varsity College for 2027 learners, taking 4 years part-time online (3-year and 6-year payment options also listed) to complete. This page covers the Grade 12 subjects and admission score you need to qualify, what the course involves, where you can study it, the careers it leads to, and how to apply.
Grade 12 Required Subjects to study IIE Bachelor of Business Administration at Varsity College
- A National Senior Certificate with a bachelor's degree pass and at least 30% for English
- An NC(V) bachelor's pass needs 50% for English, and a Senior Certificate endorsement needs 33.3% for English
- An SC(a) degree pass is also accepted
- International applicants need a USAf exemption certificate
- A cognate higher certificate, 240-credit diploma, advanced certificate or 360-credit diploma or degree may be accepted instead
- if it is not related, at least 20% of its credits must be in academic literacy or numeracy
About this course
The IIE Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) is an online degree for people who want a broad management qualification while they work. It is a 360-credit IIE qualification on NQF Level 7 (SAQA ID 90759), delivered through Emeris Online with January and July intakes. You study from home and may choose any Emeris campus as your exam venue.
After a common first year you pick one of two tracks:
- General Management
- Human Resources
Across eight semesters the core modules cover business management, accounting, marketing, economics, human resource management, management information systems, supply chain management, project management, research methods and work integrated learning.
Studying online means you use structured learner guides, practice questions, an online library and subject tutors, plus a programme success tutor who helps you stay on track. You will need a laptop or desktop, a webcam, a microphone and reliable internet with roughly 5 to 10 GB of data a month.
The BBA suits school leavers who prefer to study at their own pace and working adults who want to move into supervisory or management roles. Graduates can go on to the IIE Postgraduate Diploma in Management and, later, master's study.
Possible careers
Course intelligence for IIE Bachelor of Business Administration
Data-driven planning insights for this specific course: job market outlook, NSFAS funding, and how competitive admission is likely to be.
Job market outlook
IIE Bachelor of Business Administration doesn’t currently appear on the national scarce-skills list as a Business Consultant. That’s not a red flag on its own, most jobs in South Africa aren’t on that list, it just tracks where employers reported the strongest hiring pressure. Your own results, experience and network will matter more here than national demand trends.
NSFAS funding
NSFAS does not usually fund students at private institutions like Varsity College. Ask Varsity College directly about its own bursaries or payment plans, and check whether a sector SETA offers funding for this field.
Admission chances
Varsity College’s intake and this course’s requirements with its published admission requirements generally leave more room than the most sought-after courses, so you likely have a reasonable window to apply without rushing, though applying early is always the safer bet.
These insights are estimates generated from South Africa’s National List of Occupations in High Demand (DHET, November 2023 draft), NSFAS’s published funding rules, and this university’s general applicant demand. They’re planning guidance, not a guarantee. Always confirm funding and admission specifics directly with Varsity College and NSFAS.
How to apply for 2027 studies
Apply through the Emeris online studies portal (portal.emeris.ac.za/application/distance/). Upload a copy of your ID or passport and your school results or previous qualification transcripts. Online programmes have their own January or July intakes, so check the programme page for the next start date; the late application fee does not apply to online study. The online team can be reached on 087 354 5884 or online@emeris.ac.za.
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- Duration
- 4 years part-time online (3-year and 6-year payment options also listed)
- NQF Level
- 7
- Fees
- 2027 online tuition R37 260 a year on the 4-year plan (R49 680 on the 3-year plan, R24 840 on the 6-year plan) or R6 210 per module
- Application deadline
- Check the programme page for the next January or July intake
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Source: Official website: https://www.emeris.ac.za/qualifications/online/bachelor-of-business-administration, last verified 2026-09-22. Requirements and fees change. Always confirm current details directly with Varsity College before applying.