Entry Route 1:
Admission to the qualification is subject to academic selection criteria. The applicant must:

• be at least 25 years or older
• have a recognised three-year degree or equivalent (Note: an Honours degree, Postgraduate Diploma or equivalent is preferable)
• have a minimum of three to four years’ relevant work experience
• be proficient in English
• be computer and Internet-literate
• attend a compulsory induction session (two days)
• achieve an acceptable rating in the Milpark assessment test.

Entry Route 2:
In limited cases, admission to the qualification may also take place via Recognition of Prior Learning. Applicants in this category must demonstrate that they have sufficient professional experience by submitting the following information on application:

• A condensed curriculum vitae
• A biographical essay
• An employer's report.

In addition, the applicant must:

• present him/herself for an interview with the Selection Panel
• present him/herself for a challenge exam if in the opinion of the Panel this is necessary (on the merits of past work experience)
• be 40 years or older
• have 15—20 years’ relevant work experience
• be in a Senior Management or Executive position
• attend a compulsory induction session (two days)
• achieve an acceptable rating in the Milpark assessment test.