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Short learning programme / Fundamentals of Financial Services
Short learning programme

Fundamentals of Financial Services

Instructor
Teacher

Dr Tanyarandzwa Gandanhamo

Last updated

13 Oct, 2026

About Course

Description:

This SLP aims to provide knowledge to the students about the fundamentals of the financial markets. The qualification is structured to expose learners to different financial markets and their structure and the different investment instruments tradable in these markets. The knowledge they acquire through this module places them in a position to make informed decisions involving financial assets investment choices and understand the risks in the financial markets. The students will be further introduced to financial instruments, such as futures, options, and other derivatives for trading, funding, and investments. It will enable the learner to understand and apply risk measures in a simulated environment and explain the terms used in relation to financial markets and the financial market system.

Admission Requirements:

A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with certificate endorsement is required for admission.

Course Curriculum

  • Explain the structure and role of financial markets in the global economy.
  • Distinguish between different financial markets and their participants.
  • Identify and evaluate various financial instruments.
  • Assess risk and return characteristics of financial assets.
  • Apply basic risk measurement tools in simulated investment environments.
  • Explain and use terminology related to financial markets.
  • Understand derivative instruments for hedging, speculation, and arbitrage.

Your Instructors

Dr  Tanyarandzwa Gandanhamo

Dr Tanyarandzwa Gandanhamo

Instructor

Course Dates

  • Enrollment Opens: Monday, 05 Oct 2026
  • Enrollment Closes: Friday, 29 Jan 2027
  • Course Starts: Monday, 08 Feb 2027
  • Course Ends: Wednesday, 30 Jun 2027

Contact Details

Nhlamolo Chabalala

Please contact Chabalalan@uj.ac.za for more details about this course.

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R 5240.00*

*2026 pricing.

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This course includes:
Duration 6 months
Focus Area Sustainable and just economies
Accredited Yes
NQF Level 5
Mode of Delivery Scheduled delivery — asynchronous & synchronous
Skill Level Intermediate
Start Date 2/8/2027