Description
The Department of Business Management at the University of Pretoria is a leading center for business education in South Africa. Established in 1927, the department has a long and distinguished history of providing high-quality education and research in various business disciplines. The Association accredits the department to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the world’s leading accreditation body for business schools.
Programmes
The Department of Business Management offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various business disciplines, including:
Undergraduate Programs:
- Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
- Bachelor of Accounting Science (BAccSci)
- Bachelor of Commerce in Information Systems (BCom IS)
- Bachelor of Commerce in Entrepreneurship (BCom Ent)
- Bachelor of Commerce in Human Resource Management (BCom HRM)
- Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing Management (BCom MM)
- Bachelor of Commerce in Supply Chain Management (BCom SCM)
Postgraduate Programs:
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Master of Commerce in Accounting Sciences (MCom AccSci)
- Master of Commerce in Information Systems (MCom IS)
- Master of Commerce in Entrepreneurship (MCom Ent)
- Master of Commerce in Human Resource Management (MCom HRM)
- Master of Commerce in Marketing Management (MCom MM)
- Master of Commerce in Supply Chain Management (MCom SCM)
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business Administration
- Doctor of Commerce (DCom) in Accounting Sciences
- Doctor of Commerce (DCom) in Information Systems
- Doctor of Commerce (DCom) in Entrepreneurship
- Doctor of Commerce (DCom) in Human Resource Management
- Doctor of Commerce (DCom) in Marketing Management
- Doctor of Commerce (DCom) in Supply Chain Management
Scholarships
The Department of Business Management offers a variety of scholarships for both domestic and international students to support their academic pursuits. These scholarships are based on merit, financial need, or specific academic disciplines. Undergraduate scholarships are typically awarded based on academic achievement, while postgraduate scholarships may consider additional factors such as research potential and leadership experience.
Cost
Tuition fees at the University of Pretoria vary depending on the program and nationality of the student. However, prices are generally competitive with other South African universities. For international students, additional costs may include accommodation, health insurance, and travel expenses.
Admission Time
The application deadlines for undergraduate and postgraduate programs at the University of Pretoria vary depending on the agenda. Generally, the application period for undergraduate programs is from September to October, and for doctoral programs, it is from October to November.
Admission Requirements
Admission requirements for both national and international students vary depending on the program. However, general requirements typically include:
- National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent with good grades in relevant subjects
- A solid academic record in previous studies
- Meeting the English language proficiency requirements
Benefits for International Students
International students at the University of Pretoria enjoy a range of benefits, including:
- A welcoming and multicultural campus environment
- Access to world-class academic resources and facilities
- Opportunities to participate in international research and exchange programs
- Support from the International Office and other student support services
- A location in Pretoria, the capital city of South Africa, ooffersa vibrant urban experience with historical and cultural attractions
8. Varsity Website Address
The official website of the University of Pretoria is: https://www.up.ac.za/
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