What Can I Do With Financial Management N6?

A Financial Management course equips students with the skills and knowledge of how to handle an organisation's finances. It is an in demand course all over.

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Last Updated : May 16, 2022

Here is what you can do with a NATED N6 Financial Management Certificate:

  • Study further
  • Look for employment opportunities

Study Further

On completion of your NATED N6 Financial Management course, you can complete the NATED Financial Management Diploma programme, taking the following steps:

  • Apply to the Department of Higher Education and Training for work-based learning
  • Get placed in a company for your work-based learning
  • Receive your logbook from Matric College.
  • The Manager at the company where you are performing your work-based learning will sign off the elements of the course that you will have accomplished
  • On completion of your work-based learning, the Manager will issue an official completion letter
  • Submit your logbook for assessment to the Department of Higher Education and Training through Matric College. 
  • Get assessed by DHET
  • Receive your Diploma Qualification award
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Look For Employment Opportunities

With your NATED N6 Financial Management Certificate, you can look for employment opportunities. Here are some of the career opportunities that you can consider:

  • Accounts Clerk
  • Sales Clerk
  • Financial Administrator
  • Bookkeeper
  • Sales Administrator
  • Financial Advisor
  • Finance Officer
  • Head Cashier

What Is Financial Management N4 - N6?

NATED courses build on each other. NATED Programmes are divided into four courses. Here are the courses that comprise the NATED Financial Management programme:

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Why Should I Study NATED Financial Management?

Here is why you should study a Financial Management course:

  • You can study without Matric 
  • The qualification is accredited 
  • Employment will be easier to find 
  • You earn a great salary with the qualification

You Can Study Without Matric

You can study for courses which are scarce skills, without a Matric qualification but a Matric Equivalent Qualification.

The Qualification Is Accredited

Courses that are scarce skills at Matric College are accredited. This means students get quality qualifications that are recognised by other institutions and will help them further their studies easily. 

Our NATED Courses are offered in partnership with Bellview Institute of Distance Learning.

Employment Will Be Easier To Find

Scarce skills are in demand in South Africa. This means you have the opportunity to fill in the gap if you study for a Financial Management course at Matric College.

You Earn A Great Salary With The Qualification

Since scarce skills are in demand, employees with these skills earn a high salary. This is because the Finance profession is a must in every organisation.

How Do I Become A Financial Manager In South Africa?

To become a Financial Manager, you can study A NATED Financial Management Programme at Matric College. To qualify for the programme, you need to meet the following requirements:

Matric Equivalent Qualification

A Matric Equivalent Qualification is a qualification that is rated as at the same National Qualifications Framework (NQF) as a Matric. Matric is at NQF level 4. The National Qualifications Framework is administered by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). 

Here are the Matric Equivalent Qualifications examples:

What Subjects Do I Study In The NATED Financial Management Courses?

Here are the subjects that you will study in NATED Finacial Management courses:

Financial Management: NATED N4 National Certificate

  • Financial Accounting N4
  • Computerised Financial Systems, N4
  • Entrepreneurship N4
  • Management Communication N4

Financial Management: NATED N5 National Certificate

  • Financial Management N5
  • Financial Accounting N5
  • Computerised Financial Systems N5
  • Entrepreneurship N5
  • Cost and Management Accounting N5

Financial Management: NATED N6 National Certificate

  • Financial Management N6
  • Financial Accounting N6
  • Computerised Financial Systems N6
  • Entrepreneurship N6
  • Cost and Management Accounting N6
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How Long Is The NATED Financial Management Course?

Here is the duration of the Financial Management course:

What Does A Financial Manager Do?

 Here are some of the duties of a Financial Manager:

  • Producing financial reports
  • Producing cash flow statements
  • Providing financial advice
  • Drawing budgets
  • Managing risk

What Skills Do I Need To Be A Financial Manager?

During your journey of studying Financial Management, not only will you learn numeracy skills but you will also learn the following:

  • Analysis
  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Problem-solving 
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation
  • Technological skills 
  • Ability to work independently

Analysis

Finance Managers use analytical skills when writing contracts, creating budgets and forecasting profit and loss.

Leadership

Finance Managers work with finance teams. Leadership skills are needed to direct others and delegate tasks. Members of your team must trust your leadership.

Communication

Not everyone understands complex financial data or documents. It is important that Financial Managers have strong written and verbal communication skills. A Financial Manager must be able to explain financial formulas in an easy-to-understand manner to those who are not as experienced.

Problem-Solving

As a leader, your team will look up to you in challenging situations where a solution to a problem is needed.

Attention To Detail

As a Financial Manager, you must maintain accuracy when dealing with finances. It is also important for you to pay attention to terms and conditions in, for example, contracts.

Organisation

Finance Managers work with different financial documents. Your ability to organise information is essential as a Financial Manager. Being organised will enable you to find and retrieve information as needed.

Technological Skills

If you are to be a good Financial Manager, you must be comfortable with technology. This will enable you to use different technology and computer programmes.

Ability To Work Independently

As an effective Financial Manager, you will not need supervision when carrying out your duties. As a leader, working independently should be one of your strengths.

Author: Collin Wilbesi
Editor: Amy Venter
Date Published: April 14, 2022