Postgraduate Diploma in HIV/Aids Management

(PgDip in HIV/Aids Management)

Programme description

The PgDip (HIV/Aids Management) is a one-year programme and is offered in English. It is presented through blended learning, which includes the compulsory attendance of a one-week summer school in Stellenbosch, interactive live sessions during the year, and quality teaching. The diploma consists of six compulsory modules (20 credits each) and makes use of continuous assessment by means of individual assignments. Students must pass all six modules to obtain the necessary 120 credits.

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Course 1

The problem of HIV/AIDS

Epidemiology
The macro-economic and socio-economic impact of HIV/AIDS
HIV/AIDS communication

Course 2

Socio-cultural aspects of HIV/AIDS

HIV/AIDS: fear, stigma and isolation
The role of culture and religion in the HIV/AIDS epidemic
Sexuality and gender inequality
HIV/AIDS, migration and poverty

Course 3

HIV/AIDS policy and advocacy

Legal framework & organizational practices regarding the employment of workers with HIV/AIDS
Designing an HIV/AIDS policy function, content and principles
Developing an HIV/AIDS policy - the process
Matters to consider in the design, development and implementation of an HIV/AIDS policy and programme
Therapeutic Management-Medication Literacy/Adherence

Course 4

Prevention and care for people living with HIV/AIDS

Strategies for prevention
Therapeutic Management: Pharmacovigilance
Food, nutrition security and HIV/AIDS

Course 5

Management in the era of HIV/AIDS

A business perspective on the HIV/AIDS epidemic
Social responsibility
Ethics and HIV/AIDS

Course 6

Research, monitoring and evaluating of HIV/AIDS programmes

Research methodology
Programme monitoring and evaluation
Community/organisation mobilisation

HIV/Aids policy

Management in the area of HIV/Aids

Sociocultural aspects of HIV/Aids

Prevention and care for people living with
HIV/Aids

Research, monitoring and evaluation of HIV/Aids programmes

The epidemiology
and problem of
HIV/Aids

Outcomes of the programme

After successfully completing the diploma, students will have the knowledge and competencies to deal with the challenges and opportunities around managing all facets of HIV and Aids in the world of work.

Important information

Admission requirements

Any bachelor’s degree, national higher diploma or equivalent
Appropriate managerial experience Computer skills (MS Word, internet and email)

Selection

A limited number of students are accepted on the basis of academic performance. Meeting the admission requirements does not guarantee selection.

Application procedure and closing date

Apply by October of the year before your prospective studies .

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