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Fresh produce markets feel pressure as revenue dips despite higher volumes
May 29, 2026 - South Africa’s fresh produce markets moved more goods in April 2026, but earned less money in the process, exposing pressure points in the country’s food distribution system and raising concerns about oversupply, pricing and operational bottlenecks. This is according to a market performance report compiled by Nkateko Mtombeni, a third-year…http://news.nwu.ac.za/student-author-explores-trauma-and-youth-experiences-debut-novel
Student author explores trauma and youth experiences in debut novel
May 29, 2026 - Koketso Modisakeng, a fourth-year Bachelor of Education student at the North-West University (NWU), is using storytelling to confront social issues such as gender-based violence (GBV), mental health, corruption and generational trauma while building her profile as a published author. Koketso, who is in her final year of study, recently…http://www.nwu.ac.za/vice-chancellor
Vice-chancellor
May 28, 2026 - Office of the Principal and Vice-Chancellor Speeches of the Principal and Vice-Chancellor NWU Press releases 2026 [accordion] Support our Bafana Bafana team 28 May 2026 Please join me in wishing our Bafana Bafana team well in the FIFA 2026 World Cup tournament. Let's join our fellow South Africans around the world to…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/uarm/about_us
About us
Jun 07, 2024 - Introduction, The Centre Applied Risk Management (UARM) was established in June 2012 at the Vanderbijlpark Campus of the North-West University, with the aim of doing postgraduate training and research on risk management as an applied discipline. The applied approach includes qualitative risk education and training at masters and PhD levels and risk-specific…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/agriculturaleconomics
Agricultural Economics with Risk Management
Jul 28, 2025 - [accordion], Your Path to Excellence, Agricultural economists play a pivotal role in maximising profitability in agricultural production for the benefit of society’s sustainability. They analyse the factors influencing the profitability of agricultural producers, the entire food value chain, and service providers like the financial sector and agribusinesses. Our three-year…, Core subjects , Subjects include, but are not limited to: Record-keeping and Finance Production Economics Agri-business Management Agricultural Marketing Resource and Environmental Management , Degree options, BCom In Economic Sciences with Agricultural Economics & Risk Management Degree Duration: 3 years, full-time Offered on the Potchefstroom [P] campus Curriculum code:5FKH04 , Admission requirements, B Com In Economic Sciences with Agricultural Economics & Risk Management APS: 26 Mathematics: Level 4 (50% and more) Afrikaans/ English Level 4 (50% or more) , Career opportunities , Financial economist Market economists Development economists Resource economists Production economist , Postgraduate studies, Postgraduate studies in Economic Sciences include BCom Honours Degree Offered on the Potchefstroom [P] campus [/accordion] Yearbookhttp://commerce.nwu.ac.za/uarm/vision-mission
Vision and mission
Jun 07, 2024 - Vision and Mission, Our vision is that UARM will empower senior risk stakeholders to better understand and manage risk. We work closely with our partners to provide innovative solutions to make a positive difference across sectors. We focus on education and applied research at senior, executive management and board levels.http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/es/internationaltrade
Economic Sciences with International Trade
Dec 02, 2024 - [accordion], Your Path to Excellence, Our BCom in Economic Sciences, specialising in International Trade, offers specialist knowledge of the international trade environment and a comprehensive understanding of the export process and logistics through modern applications. Develop skills in analysing trade databases, identifying export opportunities, and estimating economic models to…, Core subjects , Subjects include, but are not limited to: Trade relations Trade practice Cargo movement/logistics Trade analysis , Degree options, BCom Economics with International Trade Degree duration: 3 years, full time Offered at Potchefstroom [P] & Vanderbijlpark [V] campuses Curriculuim code: 5FKH01 BCom Economics with International Trade - Extended Programme Degree duration: 4 years, full time Offered at the Vanderbijlpark [V] ccampus Curriculuim code: 5XKH01 , Admission requirements, BCom Economics with International Trade APS: 26 Mathematics: Level 4 (50% or more) English: Level 4 (50% or more), BCom Economics with International Trade - Extended Programme, APS: 24 Mathematics: Level 3 (40% or more)/ Maths literacy Level 6 (70% or more) English: Level 3 (40% or more) , Career opportunities , Economist Economic or international trade consultants Any position within the import and export process (e.g. logistics or procurement for retailers such as Shoprite Checkers or Pick n Pay) Government departments such as the Department of Trade and Industry, National Treasury as well as the South African Reserve Bank Positions in banks, financing…, Postgraduate studies, Postgraduate studies in Economic Sciences include BCom Honours Degree MCom and PhD These postgraduate degrees are offered at Potchefstroom [P] [/accordion] , , Yearbookhttp://commerce.nwu.ac.za/es/riskmanagement
Economic Sciences with Risk Management
Dec 02, 2024 - [accordion], Your Path to Excellence, Risk managers play a critical role in identifying, measuring, and managing exposure to financial and non-financial risks using both qualitative and quantitative approaches. Understanding financial market regulations and operations enables risk managers to minimise losses and stabilise cash flows. Our BCom in Economic Sciences, specialising in…, Core subjects , Subjects include, but are not limited to: Financial Risk Management Investment Management Bank Risk Management Derivative Instruments , Degree options, BCom Economics with Risk Management Degree duration: 3 years, full time Offered on the Potchefstroom [P] & Vanderbijlpark [V] campuses Curriculuim code: 5FKH05 BCom Economics with Risk Management - Extended programme Degree duration: 4 years, full time Offered on the Vanderbijlpark [v] campus Curricluim code: 5XKH05 , Admission requirements, BCom Economics with Risk Management APS: 26 Mathematics: Levels 4 (50% and more) English: Level 4 (50% and more) BCom Economics with Risk Management - Extended programme APS: 24 Mathematics: Levels 3 (40%) or Mathematics Literacy: Level 6 (70% and more) English: Level 3 (40% and more) , Career opportunities , Bank management Financial risk management Corporative and city treasurer Funds- and asset management SAFEX trade Money-, capital- and stock market Economic advice , Postgraduate studies, Postgraduate studies in Economic Sciences include BCom Honours Degree MCom and PhD These postgraduate degrees are offered at Potchefstroom [P] Vanderbijlpark [V] [/accordion] Yearbookhttp://commerce.nwu.ac.za/es/transporteconomics
Business Operations with Transport Economics
Dec 02, 2024 - [accordion], Your Path to Excellence, Transport Economics is essential for understanding the physical movement of freight and passengers from origin to destination, ensuring they arrive in the right place, in the desired condition, and at the expected time. These activities are vital to the functioning of any economy. With our BCom in Business Operations specialising in Transport…, Core subjects , Subjects include, but are not limited to: Introduction to Logistics Logistics Strategies and Customer Service Logistics Business Systems Transportation Planning International Logistics, Degree options, BCom Transport Economics Degree duration: 3 years, full time Offered at Mahikeng [M] and Vanderbijlpark [V] campuses Curriculum code: 5FJH02 BCom Transport Economics - Extended Programme Degree duration: 4 years, full time Offered at the Mahikeng [M] campus Curriculum code: 5XJH02 , Admission requirements, BCom in Business Operations with Transport Management APS: 24 Mathematics: Level 4 (50% and more) English: Level 4 (50% and more) BCom in Business Operations with Transport Management - Extended Programme APS: 20 Mathematics: Level 3 (40% and more) or Mathematical literacy: Level 4 (50% and more) English: Level 3 (40% and more), Career opportunities , Logistics management Supply chain manager Logistics manager Freight forwarder Warehousing Stock control Public transport planner/scheduler/modeller Traffic and travel impact assessor National government, provincial, district and local municipality , Postgraduate studies, Postgraduate studies in Economic Sciences include BCom Honours Degree MCom and PhD These postgraduate degrees are offered at Potchefstroom [P] [/accordion], , Yearbookhttp://commerce.nwu.ac.za/tourism-research-economic-environs-and-society-trees/projects-progress
Projects in progress
Nov 18, 2020 - Green Bubbles Lion Breeding project Land usehttp://commerce.nwu.ac.za/uarm/research
The Optentia Behavioural Risk Work Research Programme
Jun 07, 2024 - Our research forms part of the NWU Optentia Behavioural Risk Work research programme. More information on this programme can be found at https://optentia.co.za or via Prof. Hermien Zaaiman at hermien.zaaiman@nwu.ac.za. hermien.zaaiman@nwu.ac.za ,http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/uarm/applications
Applications
May 13, 2026 - MCom in Applied Risk Management (MARM), Applications for 2027 open on 1 June 2026 and will close on 30 September 2026 The selection process will be completed by 31 October 2026 Difference between the two MCom Risk programmes presented at the Vanderbijlpark Campus Programme Overview Modules and Learning Outcomes Application Process and Checklist Selection Process Agreement Programme…, For more information please contact, Prof Neels Erasmus E-Mail: uarm@nwu.ac.za / NeelsErasmus@outlook.com Mobile: +27 (0)82 571 1197http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/hrm
Human Resources Management
Aug 04, 2025 - [accordion], Human Resource Management, Human Resource Management is the process of hiring and developing employees to transform them into valuable assets for the organisation. Happy, satisfied employees drive business growth. Complementing this, labour relations specialise in the relationship between a company's management and its workforce, requiring a thorough understanding of labour…, Core subjects, Introduction to HRM Training and Development Performance Management and Rewards Introduction to Workplace Relations Diversity Management Workgroup Dynamics Theory and Practice of Labour Relations Management of Labour Relations Conflict Resolution, Degree options, Bachelor of Administration ( BAdmin) in Human Resource Management Degree duration: 3 years, full-time Offered on the Mahikeng [M] campus Curriculum code: 5FDH01 Bachelor of Administration ( BAdmin) in Human Resource Management - Extended programme Degree duration: 4 years, full-time Offered on the Mahikeng [M] campus Curriculum code:…, Admission requirements, Bachelor of Administration ( BAdmin) in Human Resource Management APS: 23 Mathematics: Level 3 (40%) or Mathematics Literacy: Level 4 (50%) English: Level 4 (50% and more) Bachelor of Administration ( BAdmin) in Human Resource Management - Extended programme APS: 21 Mathematics: Level 3 (40%) or Mathematics Literacy: Level 4 (50%) English:…, Professional bodies , South African Board For People Practices For more information, visit their website: http://sabpp.co.za/ Institute of People Management: For more information, visit their website: http://www.ipm.co.za/ , Career opportunities , Training and development Recruitment and assessment Safety and risk assessment Management and leadership Human resource management Arbitration and mediation Labour dispute resolution, Postgraduate studies, Postgraduate studies include Bachelor of Administration Honours in Human Resource Management Bachelor of Arts Honours in Human Resource Management Master of Administration in Human Resource Management Master of Commerce in Human Resource Management Master of Arts in Human Resource Management Doctor of Philosophy in Economic and Management…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/uarm/stakeholders
Stakeholder Comments
Aug 13, 2025 - Previous Students and other Stakeholder Comments, 2025 April: Alexandra Russel , VP Sustainability (Acting), Sasol: "I think that the approach of having research findings integrated with primary data collection methods (interviews, surveys) is superb … The course, as it is, is definitely geared towards solving real problems and helps prepare a diverse array of students for corporate life." …http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/management-sciences/business-management
Business Management
Aug 14, 2025 - [accordion], Your Path to Excellence, This qualification equips students with essential skills in strategic management, project management, finance, marketing, and entrepreneurship. The BCom in Management Sciences with Business Management prepares graduates to effectively lead and manage organisations, blending theoretical knowledge with practical skills to solve complex business…, Core subjects, Strategic Management Marketing Management Project Management Labour Relations Supply Chain Management Business Ethics Financial Management Entrepreneurship, Degree options, Bachelor of Commerce (BCOM) in Management Sciences with Business Management Full-time programme, three (3) years Presented on the Mahikeng Campus, Potchefstroom Campus and Vanderbijlpark Campus Qualification code: 5FPH02 Extended programme: BCom in Management Sciences with Business Management Full-time programme, four (4) years Presented on…, Admission requirements, Full-time programme: BCom in Management Sciences with Business Management APS of 24. Mathematics level 3 (40% or higher). Afrikaans or English level 4 (50% or higher). Extended programme: BCom in Management Sciences with Business Management APS of 20. Mathematics level 3 (40% or higher) / Maths Literacy level 4 (50% or higher). English level 3 (40…, Career opportunities, Operations manager Financial Manager Project manager Supply chain manager Entrepreneur, Postgraduate study options, Students with this degree will be considered for honours in Business Management which can articulate to a masters and doctorate degree in Business Management., Talk to us, If you need more information about this programme, please contact the Business Management Programme Managers. KK Dr Kezell Klinck (Any enquiries about the full time and extended programmes presented on the Mahikeng Campus) CM Prof Clarise Mostert (Any enquiries about the full time programme presented on the Potchefstroom Campus) RK Prof Rita…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/management-sciences/sport_Management