BBBEE Champions & Compliance

BBBEE Champions & Compliance – NQF Level 5 Short Course .This short course equips participants with the essential knowledge and skills to understand and implement BBBEE and legal compliance within an organizational unit. Aimed at BBEE champions, transformation officers, managers, and supervisors, the programme covers relevant South African laws, SARS compliance, legal documentation, and codes of practice. Learners will explore topics such as what compliance means, how to identify and analyse applicable laws and regulations, and how to categorise, record, and assess compliance. The course also covers stakeholder identification and consultation, strategies for addressing non-compliance, and promoting professional conduct among employees. It is ideal for those involved in transformation and regulatory alignment in the workplace.

The BBBEE Champions & Compliance short course is designed to empower professionals involved in transformation, compliance, and organisational development with the skills and knowledge necessary to ensure adherence to Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) legislation and other legal requirements applicable in South Africa. It is tailored for managers, supervisors, transformation officers, BBBEE staff, and professionals responsible for ensuring compliance with national regulations and company policies.

This course demystifies complex legal and compliance-related concepts, providing a practical and accessible overview of:BBBEE and legal compliance frameworks: learners will understand the fundamental principles of BBBEE, its objectives, and how to apply them effectively in various workplace contexts.Relevant legislation, standards, and codes of practice: participants will learn to identify and interpret laws and regulations such as the Employment Equity Act, Companies Act, and Labour Relations Act, and how these integrate with BBBEE strategy.An introduction to South African law, including the SARS compliance model, and how tax and corporate governance regulations impact organisational compliance.

The course also explores what compliance means, the factors that influence it, and how to effectively categorise and record compliance data for internal auditing and external review. Participants will gain tools for assessing the level of compliance within a unit or department, evaluating the risks of non-compliance, and formulating practical solutions to address any legal or procedural gaps.

A key component of the programme is the focus on stakeholder identification and engagement. Learners will be taught to recognise internal and external stakeholders, conduct meaningful stakeholder consultations, and manage expectations while promoting transparency and ethical conduct.

Lastly, the programme emphasizes the importance of employee professional conduct, providing guidance on how to instill a culture of compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement within the organisation.

Upon successful completion, participants will be equipped to:Navigate and apply relevant legislation and regulations within a workplace context.Implement and maintain effective compliance systems.Promote and monitor ethical, professional behaviour in line with legal standards.Act as BBBEE champions within their organisations, supporting broader transformation goals in alignment with national imperatives.

This course is ideal for professionals with a Matric certificate (or equivalent), computer literacy, and English proficiency, and offers a practical, outcomes-based learning experience that supports both individual growth and organisational transformation.