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GSB Foundation Launches New Scholarship for Black Women
The Farai Cheryl Shonhiwa (FCS) Scholarship for African Women is a new initiative within the GSB Foundation, celebrating the legacy of Dr Farai Cheryl Shonhiwa. Designed to empower African women, this scholarship provides financial support for the full-time MBA programme at UCT Graduate School of Business. Contributions to the FCS Scholarship will help continue Farai’s vision of fostering leadership and transformative impact across the continent.
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Five GSB students awarded prestigious CEMS Master in International Management
Five graduates from the UCT GSB have received the prestigious CEMS Master in International Management (MIM) qualification. Four of these graduates attended the global CEMS MIM graduation ceremony in Bergen, Norway, joining 600 peers from 33 leading global business schools. This milestone highlights UCT GSB's contribution to producing globally competent leaders, exemplifying the spirit of collaboration and excellence within the CEMS Alliance.
Read ArticleGSB MBA Students Win Global Innovation Competition
MBA students from the UCT Graduate School of Business (UCT GSB) have secured first place in the prestigious 2024 Geneva Challenge, an international competition spotlighting innovative solutions to global issues. Their project, "Mntase Cares," tackles South Africa's teenage pregnancy crisis with mobile clinics offering healthcare, education, and telehealth support. This achievement underscores the UCT GSB's dedication to fostering impactful, globally recognised solutions for critical challenges.
Read ArticleNew ranking places the University of Cape Town’s MBA #7 in the world
The UCT Graduate School of Business’s MBA has ranked #7 globally and #1 in Africa in the 2024 Corporate Knights Better World MBA ranking. This recognition highlights the UCT GSB’s focus on sustainability, complex problem solving, and navigating uncertainty — a growing priority for employers and prospective students alike. With an emphasis on the UN Sustainable Development Goals, the UCT GSB’s MBA prepares future leaders to drive meaningful change in a world where impact-driven business is essential.
Read Article5 Future Power Trends for South Africa and the World
In a recent interview with the Daily Maverick, emeritus professor in the Power Futures Lab at the UCT GSB, Anton Eberhard, outlined a clear and viable path forward for South Africa’s energy transition by highlighting five key trends shaping the future of energy in South Africa and beyond. Between a balanced power supply mix to the burgeoning potential of private investment, the future could look bright of the right decisions are taken at the right time.
Read ArticleGSB Foundation Launches New Scholarship for Black Women
The Farai Cheryl Shonhiwa (FCS) Scholarship for African Women is a new initiative within the GSB Foundation, celebrating the legacy of Dr Farai Cheryl Shonhiwa. Designed to empower African women, this scholarship provides financial support for the full-time MBA programme at UCT Graduate School of Business. Contributions to the FCS Scholarship will help continue Farai’s vision of fostering leadership and transformative impact across the continent.
Read ArticleUCT GSB Alumni Reunion Weekend 2024: The Re-Dream Machine
From a personal photograph that Dr Duggan took of a volatile gas tanker on the most dangerous but economically significant road in Africa to some thought-provoking predictions from futurist Anton Musgrave – the 2024 UCT Graduate School of Business Alumni Reunion Weekend delivered a dose of intellectual and emotional stimulation for a group of alumni who reconnected, shared ideas, and raised funds for the next generation of changemakers.
Read ArticleLearning and Leading: Adele's journey through the PGDip in Management Practice
Adele De Vos-Porthen’s journey with the UCT GSB’s Postgraduate Diploma in Management Practice (PGDip MP) is a testament to the power of determination and the value of higher education. Navigating the recognition of prior learning (RPL) process, she turned potential barriers into stepping stones, embracing every learning opportunity with enthusiasm and dedication. Emerging with newfound skills, insights, and confidence, Adele not only reshaped her own personal and professional trajectory but also delivered immediate and tangible benefits to her employer.
Read ArticleUCT GSB’s EMBA ranked 31st globally for Overall Satisfaction by the Financial Times
The UK’s Financial Times has ranked the UCT GSB's EMBA programme among the best in the world for alumni satisfaction in its 2024 rankings, with over 92% of alumni expressing satisfaction with their degree. This achievement places the GSB's EMBA in the FT's global Top 100 and highlights the School's dedication to delivering world-class education at the very highest levels.
Read ArticleHow the rules that govern our economies can change
Impact investing offers a promising solution to address the world’s social, environmental, and economic challenges. By merging financial returns with measurable positive impacts, it’s reshaping how we think about investment. However, achieving the balance between profitability and true societal impact isn't always easy. This article delves into the complexities of impact investing and how we can rethink the rules to build more sustainable economies.
Read ArticleUCT GSB Welcomes Prodigy Finance's Blended Finance Programme
Prodigy Finance has launched a groundbreaking Blended Finance programme aimed at providing African students with greater access to international education. This initiative aligns with the UCT Graduate School of Business's mission to empower Africa’s future leaders, offering an innovative financing solution that breaks down financial barriers and fosters diverse, globally minded leadership across the continent.
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