Advanced Diploma · 100% online

Advanced Diploma in Entrepreneurship

An accredited, career-focused qualification delivered 100% online — flexible starts, pay per module.

2 years

Duration

120

Credits · NQF 7

16 Jan 2027

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1 Feb 2027

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About the programme

The online Advanced Diploma in Entrepreneurship at Tshwane University of Technology is designed for aspiring and practising entrepreneurs who want to build, grow, or revitalise ventures in complex, fast-changing markets. The programme develops advanced capability in opportunity identification, innovation-driven venture creation, and strategic decision-making, grounded in real-world entrepreneurial contexts.

You will strengthen your ability to advise and support ventures through lean start-up principles, coaching and consulting approaches, and effective knowledge transfer. Core learning also covers entrepreneurial finance and strategic management, enabling you to make sound commercial decisions, evaluate risk, and develop sustainable growth pathways. Alongside this, professional and personal development supports leadership, communication, and resilience. A dedicated research methodology stream equips you to engage with scientific literature and apply ethical, fit-for-purpose qualitative and quantitative research designs to solve entrepreneurial problems and inform strategy.

The Tshwane University of Technology delivers the Advanced Diploma in Entrepreneurship fully online. With multiple start dates a year and pay-per-module tuition, it is designed for working professionals who need to balance study with work and personal commitments.

What you will learn

Apply lean start-up principles to test, validate, and refine venture ideas.
Develop entrepreneurial strategies and make confident, data-informed decisions.
Manage venture finances, assess risk, and plan for sustainable growth.
Coach, consult, and advise entrepreneurs using practical business advising approaches.
Use ethical research methods to investigate problems and strengthen business strategy.

Modules and fees

Every module in this programme, with its credits and its own fee. You register and pay module by module.

Compulsory modules All required

Modules in the compulsory group
Code	Module	Credits	Fee
AB127AN	Advanced Business Advising Part A Develops advanced business-advising capability with an emphasis on lean start-up principles, knowledge transfer, and practical coaching, consulting and counselling approaches. Students strengthen analytical thinking and decision-making for real advising contexts.	15	R7 070
AB127BN	Advanced Business Advising Part B Builds on advanced business-advising practice by applying lean start-up approaches and structured knowledge transfer in advisory engagements. Learners refine coaching, consulting and counselling skills while improving analytical judgement and decision-making.	15	R7 070
ENF127N	Entrepreneurial Finance Explores financial management for entrepreneurial ventures, including funding options, financial planning and performance assessment. The module develops advanced analytical skills to support sound financial decisions in start-up and growth contexts.	15	R7 070
ETS127N	Entrepreneurial Strategy Focuses on formulating and implementing entrepreneurial strategy using advanced analysis and decision-making tools. Students examine competitive positioning, growth choices and strategic execution in new and emerging ventures.	15	R7 070
IVC127N	Innovation and Sustainable New Venture Creation Examines innovation-driven and sustainable approaches to creating new ventures. Learners apply advanced analysis and decision-making to design viable business models and develop strategies that balance growth with responsible, sustainable practice.	15	R7 070
PLD127N	Professional and Personal Development Strengthens professional effectiveness through communication, leadership, conflict management, and time and stress management. The module supports reflective practice and develops analytical decision-making for workplace and entrepreneurial settings.	15	R7 070
RE127AN	Research Methodology Part A Research Methodology Part A introduces scientific research literature, core qualitative and quantitative designs, and research ethics. Learners build a foundation for defining a research problem and selecting an appropriate, ethically sound design to meet the intended research purpose.	15	R7 070
RE127BN	Research Methodology Part B Develops applied research competence by extending engagement with scientific literature, research designs and ethics. Students refine their ability to align a research problem, methodology and ethical considerations to the requirements of the intended study.	15	R7 070

Module fees are for 2026 and are reviewed annually. Where the programme includes electives, you pay only for the modules you take.

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Admission requirements

To apply for this qualification, a student must have:

A National Diploma or Diploma in Entrepreneurship, Business Administration, or an equivalent qualification at NQF Level 6 with at least 360 credits.
Students should have completed a module in entrepreneurship or management at NQF Level 6.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and work-experience routes are available for applicants who do not meet the formal requirements — ask an adviser to assess your eligibility. An RPL assessment takes around six months.

English language requirements

All teaching, learning materials and assessment are in English. Applicants must be able to read, write and communicate in English at the level required for higher education study.

What you can do with this qualification

An accredited, career-focused qualification delivered 100% online — flexible starts, pay per module.

Career opportunities

Founder / Co-Founder (Startup Entrepreneur)
Small Business Owner / Franchisee
Business Development Manager
Innovation Consultant / Strategy Analyst
Venture Capital Associate / Incubator Manager
Product Manager
Corporate Intrapreneur / New Venture Manager

Student support

Tutor access
Student success coordinator
Careers service
Technical support

Fully accredited qualifications

(Council on Higher Education)
4 start dates a year
Pay per module — no upfront annual fee
Dedicated student success support

Programme FAQs

Is the qualification accredited?

Yes. This is a fully accredited qualification with the same recognition as its on-campus equivalent.

How many hours a week will I need?

Most students spend around 15–20 hours a week, but because study is online and flexible you can fit it around work and family.

How am I assessed?

Assessment is continuous and online — a mix of assignments, quizzes and projects within each module, with no need to travel to a venue.

What do I need to study online?

A computer or laptop and a stable internet connection. All learning materials are delivered through the online learning platform.

Can I pay per module?

Yes. Tuition is structured per module, so you pay as you progress rather than a full year upfront.

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