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Developing leaders. Finding solutions. Advancing our continent. This is an official University of Cape Town Graduate School of Business account.

The UCT Graduate School of Business (GSB) is triple-crown accredited (EQUIS, AMBA & AACSB). The GSB’s goal is to be a leading emerging-market business school that is relevant both internationally and to its social context, and excellent in its research, teaching and outreach. The GSB’s teaching and research are geared towards its African, emerging-market context and the challenges associated with

high degrees of uncertainty, complexity and inequality. Through initiatives like the Bertha Centre for Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship, the Allan Gray Centre for Values-based Leadership and the MTN Solution Space, the GSB seeks to build a new kind of business school: one that is rooted in values and enables positive new ways of thinking and acting in business to achieve sustainable success. Academic study options include the MBA and the Executive MBA, the Postgraduate Diploma in Management Practice, specialised masters programmes in Development Finance and Inclusive Innovation and doctoral studies. PhD students become part of a vibrant cohort in their first year of study, participating in regular colloquia on organisational theory and methodology. The GSB is also committed to ongoing professional development and lifelong learning through its Executive Education offering.

03/06/2026

Empowering Girls. Preserving Dignity. Supporting Education.
The Women in Business community at UCT GSB is running a Pad Drive in support of CoolPlay a 15-year-old NPO that has empowered over 2,700 children through sport and mentorship, building resilience and confidence in underserved communities.

Many young girls in South Africa miss school due to limited access to sanitary products. This initiative aims to restore dignity, support education, and ensure no girl is left behind due to period poverty.

You can help by, donate sanitary pads (any brand), pantyliners, or feminine hygiene essentials. Together, we can make a difference.

Drop-off: 1–18 June
Location: UCT GSB Staff Room

28/05/2026

How do organisations move beyond intention to delivering meaningful social and economic impact in the communities they operate in?

The Community Social Investment and Economic Development course at the UCT Graduate School of Business explores the realities, complexities, and opportunities of private sector–led development in the natural resource sector.

Join our upcoming information session to gain a clearer understanding of the field, hear from experienced practitioners, and consider how this learning can support your work and career progression.

Engage directly with Prof. Ralph Hamann and Lisa van Dongen to explore whether this course is the right fit for you.

Wednesday, 03 June 2026
12:00 – 12:30 (GMT+2)

Interested in learning more? Join this online session and connect with us.

26/05/2026

Global uncertainty and tighter capital markets are reshaping what it takes to raise funding.

The UCT GSB Entrepreneurship Club brings this into focus with the launch of the GSB Venture Studio, alongside a candid conversation with Egla Ntumba, Prof. Mikael Samuelsson, and Johannes Schueler on what investors are really looking for today.

A short, sharp session for founders and aspiring entrepreneurs navigating a more complex funding landscape.

28 May 2026 | 18:00 – 19:30
Online

Reserve your spot and join the conversation.

22/05/2026

Women’s health is deeply connected to how women lead, work, and thrive. It is central to wellbeing, participation, leadership, and the support systems that enable women to thrive professionally.

Rooted in Her gathers experts in health and wellness to unpack hormonal health, fertility, menstrual health, sustainable care, and conditions affecting women of colour at higher rates.

Join the UCT Graduate School of Business for an evening of thoughtful discussion with Dr Lizle Oosthuizen, Dr Zandile Dunn, and Aditi Radhakrishna.

03 June 2026 | 17:30 – 20:00
GSB Lecture Theatre 6

Book now to secure your seat.

20/05/2026

The UCT Graduate School of Business has once again been recognised in the Financial Times Executive Education rankings:

• 71st globally for Open-Enrolment Programmes
• 86th globally for Customised Programmes

This marks 17 consecutive years in the rankings, reflecting the continued global relevance and impact of our executive education programmes.

Thank you to our faculty, partners, participants and alumni for being part of this achievement.

Read more: bit.ly/4eRfu6A

12/05/2026

Africa is one of the world’s most demanding classrooms for business leadership.

At UCT Graduate School of Business, our students learn in an environment where real-world challenges shape how they think, decide, and lead. From market volatility to resource constraints, this context builds resilience, adaptability, and practical problem-solving.

Our programmes are regularly recognised by international ranking organisations, reflecting both academic strength and a focus on responsible, globally relevant leadership.

Whether you are considering a postgraduate diploma, a specialist master’s degree or an MBA, you will be part of a learning experience that is grounded in Africa and connected to the world.

Explore our academic programmes: bit.ly/45FC25E

08/05/2026

Considering postgraduate study in management?

Join the UCT GSB online information session on 13 May and learn more about the PGDip in Management Practice.

Designed for working professionals, the programme offers flexible online study options to help you build management and leadership capability while continuing to work.

Explore the programme, understand your options, and ask your questions.

Register here: bit.ly/4wgQvjo

05/05/2026

NEW FOR 2026: Power Markets and Trading
Africa’s energy sector is transforming. Are you ready to lead it?
The energy transition is creating new markets, new regulations, and new opportunities across the continent.

This course covers:
- Power market design and regulation
- Trading mechanisms and pricing
- Renewable energy integration
- Grid management and balancing
- Policy implications and investment outlook

Who it’s for: Utility executives, energy traders, regulators, IPP developers, investors, policy makers

The details: 8-12 June 2026, Cape Town and Online
Applications close 12 May

The future of African energy needs leaders who understand how markets work.

🔗 Register here: bit.ly/3QQPuhG

04/05/2026

Your LinkedIn profile isn't a CV.

It's your professional reputation running 24/7. And most people get it wrong.

The biggest mistakes:
- Headlines that just say your job title
- Summaries that read like a 2012 cover letter
- Never posting, or posting everything

What actually works:

Your headline should signal value, not just position. "Helping African brands scale through digital storytelling" beats "Marketing Manager at Company X."

And activity matters more than profile polish. One thoughtful comment per week does more for visibility than a new banner image.

We are getting the inside track this Wednesday from Samantha Coom (The Social Craft) on making LinkedIn actually work.
Register here: bit.ly/4eJB8K7

What's one LinkedIn tip that changed things for you? 👇

01/05/2026

Today we honour the people who build.

Not the headlines. The hands. The teams that solve problems no one sees. The professionals who show up and deliver, every single day.

The best leaders don't sit above the work. They make the work better for everyone involved.

That means knowing names, fighting for your team's growth, and building systems that outlast your ego.

Leadership that only serves upward isn't leadership. It's politics.

Happy Workers' Day, South Africa.

Who's someone at your workplace who deserves recognition today? 👇

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Monday	08:30 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:30 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:30 - 17:00
Thursday	08:30 - 17:00
Friday	08:30 - 17:00

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