BCom (AGA IT) Bridging Programme
Bridging programme adding key IT modules for BCom graduates to meet SAICA’s AGA(SA) requirements.
About
The BCom (AGA IT) Bridging Programme is designed for students who have already completed a Bachelor of Commerce (General) or Bachelor of Commerce (AGA) and now wish to obtain the specialised IT-integrated accounting modules that form part of the BCom (AGA IT) structure.
The programme enables graduates to acquire the technology-focused components (Applied Programming, Automation, and IT Governance, Risk and Compliance) that distinguish the BCom (AGA IT) from the traditional BCom and BCom (AGA) offerings.
Upon successful completion of this bridging programme, learners will have covered all the additional modules required to be academically equivalent to the BCom (AGA IT) pathway, as endorsed by SAICA for purposes of the AGA(SA) designation.
Who Should Apply?
This programme is intended for:
• Students who completed a BCom (General) and want to upgrade to the BCom
(AGA IT) curriculum.
• Students who completed the BCom (AGA) and wish to add the IT-specific
components required in the AGA IT stream.
• BCom or BCom (AGA) graduates seeking to enhance their academic profile
with automation, programming, and IT governance competencies.
• Individuals who wish to align their academic record with the SAICA-endorsed
BCom (AGA IT) curriculum.
Outcome of the Programme
1.Upon successful completion of the bridging programme, students will:
•Have completed all the IT-specialisation modules that differentiate the BCom (AGA IT) from the standard BCom and BCom (AGA).
•Hold a full academic equivalence to the BCom (AGA IT) curriculum as endorsed by SAICA.
•Be positioned to pursue AGA(SA) pathways with the appropriate mix of Accounting + IT competencies.
•Gain advanced skills in programming, automation, IT risk, IT governance, and digital business systemsessential in modern finance and auditing environments.
2.Value of this Bridging Programme
•Allows BCom and BCom (AGA) graduates to upgrade their qualification without repeating their degree.
•Aligns graduates with the technology-integrated competencies required for emerging accounting and assurance roles.
•Supports future progression through SAICA pathways.
•Provides practical, industry-relevant skills in automation and IT governance.
Curriculum
Requirements
You can gain admission to the BCom (AGA IT) Bridging Programme if you meet one of the following
BCom General
You have completed a Bachelor of Commerce (General).
BCom AGA
You have completed a Bachelor of Commerce (AGA).
Possible Career Paths
- Associate General Accountant (AGA(SA))
- Financial Accountant or Manager
- Internal Auditor or IT Auditor
- Tax Consultant
- Business Analyst or Systems Analyst
- Compliance Officer
- Automation Specialist
- Data Analyst
- Risk or Control Analyst
Accreditation
Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology (Pty) Ltd is accredited by the Council on Higher Education (CHE), registered with the Department of Higher Education & Training as a Private Higher Education Institution under the Higher Education Act, 1997, Registration Certificate No. 2000/HE07/008, registered with the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), endorsed by the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) – for the BCom AGA programme and has partnerships with global leaders such as IBM, AWS, Oracle, Cisco, and Salesforce for industry-recognised certifications.
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Head of Faculty
Dr. Raj Tulsee
Phd.
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