Posted on September 30, 2024
The University of Pretoria (UP) has yet again taken its place on the podium by garnering two prestigious accolades at the Higher Education Women Leaders (HEWL) Awards. The elated recipients are Professor Roula Inglesi-Lotz, who heads the Energy Economics Research Unit in the Department of...
Posted on September 27, 2024
“Obtaining my PhD in Business Management from the University of Pretoria (UP) has played a pivotal role in shaping both my academic and professional journey,” says Dr Hangwani Ravhudzulo, who recently graduated during this year’s spring graduation ceremonies. “The rigorous...
Posted on September 27, 2024
WORLD TOURISM DAY: As we commemorate #WorldTourismDay on 27 September, a recent UP doctoral study examined how travel habits have changed in post-apartheid SA. Prof Elizabeth du Preez, Associate Professor in UP’s Department of Marketing Management, discusses trends in travel, and why she...
Posted on September 23, 2024
Dr Johnstone Makhubu, Deputy Commissioner for taxpayer engagement and operations at the South African Revenue Service (SARS), recently obtained a PhD in Leadership from the Albert Luthuli Leadership Institute at the University of Pretoria (UP).
Posted on September 20, 2024
EMS alumnus and PPS Group CEO Izak Smit has a natural inclination to serve and contribute to the happiness and well-being of South Africa and its citizens.
Posted on September 10, 2024
#UPGraduation2024: UP's fully online programmes continue to make education more accessible, with a record 400 UPOnline graduates receiving their qualifications during UP’s recent Spring Graduation ceremonies.
Posted on September 09, 2024
Kotze's impact on UP and its students will be remembered for years to come. Her innovative teaching methods, boundless enthusiasm and deep empathy have left an enduring legacy. The posthumous award of her PhD is a fitting tribute to a remarkable woman who dedicated her life to education and the...
Posted on September 04, 2024
A major driver of the climate crisis is the global culture of consumerism and the consequent increase in household waste. It is this issue that sparked the research conducted by recent Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Marketing Management graduate and UP lecturer Dr Euodia Botha
Posted on September 02, 2024
UP’s Spring Graduation ceremonies are under way! It will be conferring degrees, diplomas and certificates on over 2000 students this week, with more than 26% receiving donor-funded support.
Posted on August 30, 2024
“Cultural tourism holds immense potential to alleviate poverty, and ensure inclusive growth and socio-economic development in South Africa,” writes Prof Anneli Douglas of UP’s Department of Marketing Management ahead of Tourism Month.
Posted on August 30, 2024
Professor Carolina Koornhof will soon be retiring from UP after almost 30 years of service.
Posted on August 30, 2024
The University of Pretoria (UP) proudly hosted its annual #ChooseUP Day on Saturday, 17 August 2024. The Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences (EMS) exhibition on the Hatfield Campus was buzzing with excitement as conditionally admitted matriculants explored the Faculty and gained insight...
Posted on August 29, 2024
From her humble beginnings as kitchen caretaker at the University of Pretoria (UP) to administrator in the Department of Business Management in the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, Dorah Mashiyane has demonstrated an admirable commitment to her career development. Over the last 16...
Posted on August 27, 2024
The Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences' (EMS) academic success coaches (ASC), aims to nurture the potential of undergraduate and postgraduate students in the EMS Faculty. The all-women ASC team plays an integral role in ensuring students achieve their academic goals.
Posted on August 26, 2024
A monetary policy researcher, senior lecturer, mother, wife and photography enthusiast, Dr Tumisang Loate-Ntsoko of the Department of Economics at the University of Pretoria’s (UP) Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences wears many hats. Her career pivot into academia happened by chance...
Posted on August 23, 2024
Mashile, an emerging researcher who has a background in accounting education, was selected from hundreds of applications to be an IFAC member.
Posted on August 23, 2024
Khatija Jeewa, an administrator in the Department of Financial Management in the University of Pretoria’s (UP) Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, says her BCom (Hons) degree in Human Resource Management (HR) aligns directly with her love of working with people.
Posted on August 22, 2024
Charisa de Klerk, a senior lecturer in the Department of Financial Management in the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences (EMS) at the University of Pretoria (UP), is proud of her academic achievements: obtaining a PhD and being published in an A-rated academic journal. She achieved all...
Posted on August 21, 2024
“I found the subject fascinating as it sparked my interest in understanding how various processes are interconnected to deliver products and services to consumers like myself,” says Dr Agigi, a lecturer in the University of Pretoria’s (UP) Department of Business Management in...
Posted on August 19, 2024
Researcher and lecturer, Professor Anculien Schoeman of the Department of Taxation in the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences (EMS) at the University of Pretoria (UP) recalls playing ‘school-school’ with the neighbours’ kids. Today, she’s fulfilled her dream of...
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