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2026-06-05 00:00:00.0 | Category:
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Leveraging advances in 4IR to foster economic growth
The financial market development and financial technology research of Prof Athenia Bongani Sibindi, who is attached to Unisa’s College of Economic and Management Sciences, aims to contribute meaningful insights and policy recommendations that can help bridge the gap in financial access and promote inclusive growth across diverse populations.
2026-05-28 00:00:00.0 | Category:
College of Economic and Management Sciences, Corporate, Featured
Unisa academic contributes to discourse at SAPICS Young Professional and Student Conference
Unisa's Prof Orpha Cilliers recently contributed to the SAPICS Young Professional and Student Conference, where future supply chain professionals were challenged to rethink professionalism, employability and career readiness.
2026-05-07 00:00:00.0 | Category:
College of Economic and Management Sciences, Corporate, Featured
Master classes enhance students' academic skills and career opportunities
Unisa's MiniMaster Class Series, in collaboration with SAPICS, equips students with practical tools to turn their academic skills into real-world career opportunities.
2026-05-05 00:00:00.0 | Category:
College of Economic and Management Sciences, Corporate, Featured
Unisa business management fundi calls for new research agenda on small businesses
In her inaugural lecture, Prof Thea Visser from the university's College of Economic and Management Sciences called for a bold rethink of how small businesses are studied, urging researchers to move beyond outdated approaches and confront the realities shaping entrepreneurs in South Africa and beyond.
2026-04-30 00:00:00.0 | Category:
College of Economic and Management Sciences, Corporate, Featured
Masterclass unpacks the power of glocalisation in global marketing
Unisa's final masterclass highlighted that brands win when they think globally, but act locally, further revealing that striking the right balance maintains a competitive edge.
2026-04-08 00:00:00.0 | Category:
College of Economic and Management Sciences, Corporate, Featured
Unisan calls for an Ubuntu-centred future in the digital age
In a powerful and deeply reflective inaugural lecture, the College of Economic and Management Sciences’ Prof Tshilidzi Eric Nenzhelele unpacked the meaning behind his theme, "I Am Because We Are", weaving together his personal journey with a compelling critique of the current trajectory of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR).
2026-03-27 00:00:00.0 | Category:
College of Economic and Management Sciences, Corporate, Featured
Unisa tourism students participate in a notable international challenge
Unisa tourism students gained international exposure in a challenge that brought together peer students, educators and global industry leaders, all focused on developing future-ready talent for the tourism and hospitality industry.
2026-03-26 00:00:00.0 | Category:
Dept Marketing & Retail, College of Economic and Management Sciences, Corporate, Featured
Spotlighting the relevance of African brands in a global context
The College of Economic and Management Sciences' masterclass, featuring renowned brand strategist Dr Thebe Ikalafeng, explored how African brands can build global relevance, highlighting the need for authenticity, innovation and a shift towards locally rooted yet globally competitive strategies.
2026-03-26 00:00:00.0 | Category:
Dept Marketing & Retail, College of Economic and Management Sciences, Corporate, Featured
Exploring the role of personal branding in building professional influence
Unisa recently held the second session of the ongoing Masterclass Series, which unpacked how personal branding shapes professional identity and career growth, further highlighting the importance of intentionality, visibility and authenticity in building influence and credibility.