Significance Who should attend? Objectives Content Methodology Schedule 2012 Fees Brochure Venue To register Course extranet - students only

TPRM: Certificate in Telecommunications Policy, Regulation and Management, 2012

Where is Internet governance going in 2012? What are the key issues in policy and regulation in the next decade? How do we make ex-ante regulation for the digital economy? Are competitive markets in electronic communications emerging in Africa? How do we harness the value of the new undersea cable ecosystem for socio-economic development?

The LINK Centre's Certificate in Telecommunications Policy, Regulation and Management will give you an in-depth understanding of these issues - and more.

Spread over three week-long modules in May, June and July of 2012, this intensive, comprehensive programme will equip you to with the professional development expertise to engage with policy and regulation in the ICT sector.

supported by an extensive panel of guest lecturers, each an expert in their field, will help you map the telecommunications landscape.

Significance

This certificated course is designed to address the constantly evolving issues and concerns inherent in the dynamic and fast-paced electronic communications sector in Southern Africa and on the African continent.

Changes are driven by rapidly growing demand for Internet-based content and therefore for broadband access at the household level, in the economy, in schools and universities, in urban and rural areas. A paradigm shift is therefore needed in policy and regulation as it pertains to e-development in 21st century African economies. Changes are occurring in the broadband ecosystem and in electronic communications markets, including in the undersea cable market, in the market for spectrum and other historically scarce resources. Globalisation of knowledge and convergence in markets has intensified the challenge to remain informed of current developments, trends and practices in policy and regulation.

Who should attend?

Decision-makers, researchers and professionals in the electronic communications sector, should attend this vital course in understanding the future of the electronic communications sector which including those working in government policy departments, national and regional regulatory authorities, regulatory departments of electronic communications operators, electronic communications service providers, lawyers, consultants, journalists, union officials and NGOs involved in the electronic communications sector which includes broadcasting.

Objectives

By the end of the course, the successful student will be able to:

• describe the structure and process of policy formulation, regulatory practice and licensing procedures in various African countries;
• demonstrate an understanding of the relevant theory that applies to the policy and regulatory environment for the electronic communications and broadcasting sectors;
• demonstrate an understanding of the innovations in information and communications technologies and the implications for policy and regulation that arise from such innovation;
• understand the essential drivers of sector reform locally and internationally, including the impact of globalisation and convergence;
• critically analyse the electronic communications environment in any chosen African country with reference to theories, international models and best practice approaches.

Content: Telecommunications Policy, Regulation and Management

A Certificate in Telecommunications Policy, Regulation and Management at NQF level 6 is awarded to candidates who attend a total of three modules (120 hours) and who successfully complete the required individual and group assignments.

The syllabus outline set out below is subject to change to keep abreast of ongoing developments in the sector. Follow the clickable links to see detailed outlines for individual modules as delivered in 2009, giving session titles and lecturers, outcomes and required and recommended readings.

Methodology

An interactive and intensive teaching methodology is used, comprised of several learning methods, including lectures, syndicate group work, case studies, structured learning group discussions and presentations from local and international experts in the field. In this way participants will develop a strong practical focus directly applicable to their own institutions.

The course is evaluated via one individual and three group assignments. Group assignments are professionally presented by the group. External examiners are drawn from the academic and practitioner community.

Schedule 2012

TPRM 2012 is a block release course divided into three modules, each running for one week, spread over three months. Participants may attend individual modules as stand-alone executive courses.

Fees

R 25 000 per participant for the full course (excuding VAT).

The fee includes tuition, course packs and instructional materials, and lunches and refreshments.

Individual modules may be taken on their own as executive courses (for which a letter of attendance is issued) at a fee of R 12 000 per participant (plus VAT). A small fee discount is available for bulk enrolments.

Venue

All lectures are held at the Wits Professional Development Hub (pdh), cnr Empire Road & Jan Smuts Ave (entrance Empire Road), Milpark. Directions and a map are available by clicking here.

Lectures run daily from 09:00 to 17:00 with breaks for lunch and teas.

For particpants needing accommodation (for own account) in the vicinity, click here for a map.

To register

Contact Salamina Tlhwaele (Salamina.Tlhwaele@wits.ac.za or via + 27 11 717-1188) to register or for more information.

Please note: because this course is offered at NQF level 6, you will be required to submit proof of your eligibility by providing a copy of your matriculation certificate or school-leaving certificate if you are from outside South Africa.

Your registration on this course will be confirmed by e-mail. Your place on the course is secured as soon as proof of payment has been faxed, together with a certified copy of your matric certificate, to (086) 553-6279, marked for the attention of Salamina Tlhwaele.

Contact the LINK Centre for more information.

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