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May 09, 2023 - In an increasingly complex, volatile, uncertain and highly competitive world, companies are finding it much harder to recruit and retain talented workers. This is even more so in the South African context, where indices such as The Global Competitiveness Report continue to rate South Africa poorly in terms of labour market efficiency and people…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/gift/mission-and-vision
Mission and vision
Apr 19, 2022 - OUR AIM Our strategic aim is to spearhead talent management research and practice that recognises talent as an applied science in the world of work. Furthermore, we aim at bringing together theory and practice that will embrace Talent in the workplace and contribute to organisational sustainability and broader economic upliftment, growth and…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/gift-global-initiative-forefront-talent/about-us
About Us
Nov 18, 2020 - The research entity is unique for several reasons:, We are the only programme incorporating a variety of disciplines to research the Talent Management phenomenon – this provides a holistic perspective on Talent Management and the understanding thereof in multi-national contexts; Currently a lack of scientific rigour exist on Talent Management research – all Talent Management research have a strong…,http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/gift/achievements
Achievements
Nov 18, 2020 - GIFT has received multiple awards on local and international level. Some of the most noteworthy awards include: 2017: Golden Key - Best International students of the year award 2017: SIOPSA Psychology student of the year award 2016: SABPP award for Best PhD study and publication in the field of Human Resource Management 2016: Best PhD student…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/gift/contact-us
Contact Us
Sep 23, 2022 - Director Prof A Pelser 018 389 2448 Secretary Felicity May 018 389 2556http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/trade/vision-and-mission
Vision and mission
Jun 12, 2025 - UPCOMING EVENTS [accordion], Vision and mission, TRADE’s vision is: “to become an internationally acclaimed centre of excellence for research in the international trade and development arenas” while its mission is: “to be a respected authority and leading research entity in the fields of international trade and sustainable economic development, delivering well-rounded graduates, relevant, high-…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/trade/local-and-international-links
Local and international linkages
Jun 12, 2025 - UPCOMING EVENTS [accordion], Local and international linkages, TRADE’s links with various external bodies are doing much to further the entity’s research aims and enrich its knowledge of global and regional trade and development. Within a local context, TRADE collaborates with: the dti (Department of Trade and Industry); DAFF (Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries); the North West Provincial…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/trade/contact-us
Contact us
Aug 21, 2025 - Administrative Assistant , Ms Marlise Styger Tel: +27 (0)18 299 4286 Email: trade@nwu.ac.za Mr Lowell Modise Tel: +27 (0)18 285 2231 Email: l owell.modise@nwu.ac.za Follow us on Social Media Facebook @NWUTRADE LinkedIn @mynwu-tradehttp://commerce.nwu.ac.za/trade/programmes-on-offer
Programmes on offer
Jun 12, 2025 - CLOSE X, , Why enrol for a Master’s or a PhD? In today’s highly competitive world, a solid education is the cornerstone of a successful and rewarding career, and an education that specifically prepares you for the challenges of operating at an international level will afford you even greater opportunities in the workplace. In TRADE, we offer a selection of…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/trade/programmes-on-offer/mcom
Master's
Jun 12, 2025 - UPCOMING EVENTS [accordion], MCom (Magister Commercii) and MSc (Magister Scientiae) programmes, With a Master of Commerce (MCom) in Economics or International Trade, or a Master of Science (MSc) in Agricultural Economics from the North-West University, you will encounter many exciting opportunities. You could, for example, deepen your knowledge by pursuing a PhD and/or taking up a position at an academic research institution, or you could…, MCom Economics, You will learn how to apply formal economic tools to address a wide range of economic problems. You will also work on a dissertation, which will be the main contributor to your MCom degree. Strong research capabilities and knowledge of modelling/statistical techniques are required. > Programme structure > Staff > Fees and bursaries…, MCom International trade, You will learn how to apply formal economic tools to address a wide range of problems in an international trade context. You will also work on a dissertation, which will be the main contributor to your MCom degree. Strong research capabilities and knowledge of modelling/statistical techniques are required. > Programme structure > Staff…, MSc Agricultural Economics, You will learn how to apply formal economic tools to address a wide range of problems in agriculture. You will also work on a dissertation, which will be the main contributor to your MSc degree. Strong research capabilities and knowledge of modelling/statistical techniques are required. > Programme structure > Staff > Fees and…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/trade/programmes-on-offer/mcom/structure
MCom structure
Jun 12, 2025 - [accordion], MCom and MSc programme structure, MCom Economics (5CG N01) ECON 871 - Dissertation (148 credits) The heart of the MCom programme is the dissertation. Under the supervision of a member of the TRADE team, you will be required to formulate and answer an appropriate research question. The approach taken typically involves conducting a thorough review of the South African and…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/trade/programmes-on-offer/mcom/fees-and-bursaries
MCom/MSc fees and bursaries
Jun 12, 2025 - [accordion], MCom/MSc Fees and bursaries, We know that funding a Master's course may be difficult, since along with the hard work and commitment, you will need sufficient financial support and resources to complete your studies. There are, however, some external bursaries available which are designed to help deserving students pursue a Master's in Economics or International Trade (see…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/trade/programmes-on-offer/mcom/entry-requirements