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Staff - Sport Business Management
Mar 19, 2026 - PROGRAMME MANAGER, AL Click and drag to resize AL Prof Anita Lennox AL Programme Coordinator , SPORT BUSINESS MANAGEMENT ACADEMIC STAFF, JB Ms Jackie Bonnema FR Dr Fanie Rooshttp://commerce.nwu.ac.za/management-sciences-staff/staff-safety-management
Staff - Safety Management
Mar 19, 2026 - PROGRAMME MANAGER, RN Mr Ravin Naidoo Programme Coordinator , SAFETY MANAGEMENT ACADEMIC STAFF, NVR Click and drag to resize Ms Nicolene van Rooyenhttp://commerce.nwu.ac.za/management-sciences-staff/school-executive-management
School Executive Management
Mar 19, 2026 - SCHOOL DIRECTOR, ndk Click and drag to resize Click and drag to resize Prof Natasha de Klerk, Director: Support Staff Member , LM Click and drag to resize Mrs Lorenda Minne , DEPUTY DIRECTORS, , MAHIKENG CAMPUS, POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS, VANDERBIJLPARK CAMPUS, Click and drag to resize Prof Ellen Rungani AH Click and drag to resize Prof Alfred Henrico RM Click and drag to resize Click and drag to resize Prof Re-an Müller Deputy Director: Support Staff Deputy Director: Support Staff Deputy Director: Support Staff ej Click and drag to resize Click and drag to resize Click and…Professor René Schalk is associated with the Human Resource Studies departments and Tranzo of Tilburg University, the Netherlands. He has been an extraordinary professor at the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences of North-West University, South Africa, since 2012. His research interests cover the broad areas of human resources,…
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René Schalk
Apr 23, 2025 - Professor René Schalk is associated with the Human Resource Studies departments and Tranzo of Tilburg University, the Netherlands. He has been an extraordinary professor at the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences of North-West University, South Africa, since 2012. His research interests cover the broad areas of human resources,…Dr. Rakesh Tomar is faculty at prestigious King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (QS Rank 101), Saudi Arabia. He is also Editor in Chief, Honorary at International Journal of Human Movement and Sport Sciences (Scopus). He has been extra ordinary research scientist at North West University, South Africa since 2020. He is certified sports…
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Rakesh Tomar
Apr 23, 2025 - Dr. Rakesh Tomar is faculty at prestigious King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (QS Rank 101), Saudi Arabia. He is also Editor in Chief, Honorary at International Journal of Human Movement and Sport Sciences (Scopus). He has been extra ordinary research scientist at North West University, South Africa since 2020. He is certified sports…Prof. Charissa Freese is an extraordinary professor at the North-West University. She is a member of the executive board of Avans University of Applied Sciences, the Netherlands, and a full professor in Inclusive Employment Relations and endowed professor on a chair in HRM and Social Security at Tilburg University, the Netherlands. Her research…
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Charissa Freese
Apr 23, 2025 - Prof. Charissa Freese is an extraordinary professor at the North-West University. She is a member of the executive board of Avans University of Applied Sciences, the Netherlands, and a full professor in Inclusive Employment Relations and endowed professor on a chair in HRM and Social Security at Tilburg University, the Netherlands. Her research…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/management-sciences/phd-business-management
PhD in Business Management
May 05, 2026 - [accordion], Background, PhD stands for Doctor of Philosophy and is considered the highest postgraduate achievement one can earn. To complete a doctorate you must produce significant and original research. The PhD in Business Management is designed to develop students’ critical knowledge and understanding of a particular research area., Degree name, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Economic and Management Sciences with Business Management (5CAR02), Sites of delivery, This degree is presented at the Mahikeng, Potchefstroom and Vanderbijlpark Campuses., Mode of delivery, This degree is offered only as a research degree, whereby students need to develop a thesis., Admission requirement, Please refer to the Postgraduate Yearbook , Due date for the 2027 intake, 31 October 2026, Talk to us, If you require more information about this degree, please contact: Prof Alpheaus Litheko (Any enquiries about this degree on the Mahikeng Campus) Dr Leon du Preez (Any enquiries about this degree on the Potchefstroom Campus) Prof Re-an Müller (Any enquiries about this degree on the Vanderbijlpark Campus) [/accordion] Apply here Yearbookhttp://commerce.nwu.ac.za/management-sciences/honours-degree-marketing-management
Honours degree in Marketing Management
May 05, 2026 - [accordion], Background, The BCom honours degree in Marketing Management is designed to develop students’ intellectual and ethical capacities in a more specialised manner, equipping them with the ability to understand the marketing and broader business environment, to think critically and innovatively and to establish a solid foundation for further specialisation through…, Degree name, BCom Honours in Management Sciences with Marketing Management (5EZL01), Sites of delivery, This degree is aligned across campuses and is presented at the Mahikeng, Potchefstroom and Vanderbijlpark Campuses., Mode of delivery, This degree is offered on a full-time basis only. Students must attend weekly contact sessions on the campus where they are registered. No part-time or distance learning options are available for this qualification., Admission requirement, Please refer to the Postgraduate Yearbook , Due date 2027 intake, 31 October 2026, Talk to us, If you need more information about this programme, please contact the Marketing Management Programme Managers. Dr Willy Engelbrecht (Any enquiries about this degree on the Mahikeng Campus) Prof Mia Bothma (Any enquiries about this degree on the Potchefstroom Campus) Prof Heleneze Lues (Any enquiries about this degree on the Vanderbijlpark…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/management-sciences/masters-degree-marketing-management
Master's degree in Marketing Management
May 05, 2026 - [accordion], Background, A Master's degree is a postgraduate qualification that may be pursued following the successful completion of an Honours degree or a Postgraduate Diploma. South African universities typically offer two types of Master's degrees: lectured Master's degrees and research Master's degrees. Lectured Master’s degrees involve completing a series of…, Degree name, Master of Commerce (MCom) in Marketing Management (5CKN01), Sites of delivery, This degree is presented at the Mahikeng, Potchefstroom and Vanderbijlpark Campuses., Mode of delivery, This degree is offered only as a research Master's degree. No coursework (lectured) option is available., Admission requirement, Please refer to the Postgraduate Yearbook, Due date for the 2027 intake, 31 October 2026, Talk to us, If you require more information about this degree, please contact: Prof Alpheaus Litheko (Any enquiries about this degree on the Mahikeng Campus) Dr Leon du Preez (Any enquiries about this degree on the Potchefstroom Campus) Prof Re-an Müller (Any enquiries about this degree on the Vanderbijlpark Campus) [/accordion] Apply here Yearbookhttp://commerce.nwu.ac.za/management-sciences/phd-marketing-management
PhD in Marketing Management
May 05, 2026 - [accordion], Background, PhD stands for Doctor of Philosophy and is considered the highest postgraduate achievement one can earn. To complete a doctorate you must produce significant and original research. The PhD in Marketing Management is designed to develop students’ critical knowledge and understanding of a particular research area., Degree name, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Economic and Management Sciences with Marketing Management (5CAR07), Sites of delivery, This degree is presented at the Mahikeng, Potchefstroom and Vanderbijlpark Campuses., Mode of delivery, This degree is offered only as a research degree, whereby students need to develop a thesis., Admission requirement, Please refer to the Postgraduate Yearbook , Due date for the 2027 intake, 31 October 2026, Talk to us, If you require more information about this degree, please contact: Prof Alpheaus Litheko (Any enquiries about this degree on the Mahikeng Campus) Dr Leon du Preez (Any enquiries about this degree on the Potchefstroom Campus) Prof Re-an Müller (Any enquiries about this degree on the Vanderbijlpark Campus) [/accordion]http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/management-sciences/general-postgraduate-information
General Postgraduate Information
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Sport Business Management1
May 07, 2025 - Safety Management, Overview, Creating safe, compliant and sustainable workplaces is essential across all industries. The BCom in Management Sciences with Safety Management equips students with the knowledge and skills to manage occupational health and safety risks within a broader business context. This qualification prepares graduates for leadership roles in safety auditing…, Degree detail, Degree name : Bachelor of Commerce (BCOM) in Management Sciences with Safety Management Modes of delivery and duration : Full time programme: Three years presented on the Vanderbijlpark Campus (Qualification code: 5FPH08) This programme is not presented on the Mahikeng- or Potchefstroom Campuses., Admission requirements, Full time programme: BCom in Management Sciences with Marketing and Tourism Management APS of 24 Mathematics level 3 (40% or more) or Mathematical Literacy level 6 (70% or more) Afrikaans or English level 4 (50% or more) Please refer to the Undergraduate Yearbook (page 115) for a detailed layout of the curriculum., Notable modules in the programme, Strategic Business Management Auditing Safety Management Safety Management Systems Safety Culture, Postgraduate study options, Students with this degree will be considered for the BCom honours in Business Management, which can articulate to a masters and doctorate degree in Business Management., Career opportunities, Safety officer/practitioner Occupational health and safety officer Risk assessment analyst Compliance officer Safety auditor, Talk to us, If you need more information about this programme, please contact the Programme Managers. Dr Anita Lennox (Any enquiries about this programme) Prof Rita Klonaridis (Any enquiries about this programme in general in her capacity as Inter Campus Programme Leader) Prof Re-an Müller (Any enquiries about this programmes to the Deputy Director on the…Prof. Dr. Manjit Kour is working as Professor at University Business School at Chandigarh University. She has also been Extraordinary Professor at the Cybernetics Management of North-West University in Potchefstrom since January, 2025. She is member of Indian Commerce Association. Her research interests revolve around fintech, sustainable finance…
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Kour Manjit
Nov 19, 2025 - Prof. Dr. Manjit Kour is working as Professor at University Business School at Chandigarh University. She has also been Extraordinary Professor at the Cybernetics Management of North-West University in Potchefstrom since January, 2025. She is member of Indian Commerce Association. Her research interests revolve around fintech, sustainable finance…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/studywell/strategic-objectives
Strategic Objectives
Oct 27, 2025 - Key objectives, Vision, To be a leading research initiative that advances the scientific understanding and support of students' well-being through the lense of organisational psychology. StudyWell aims to develop a comprehensive, data-informed student well-being monitoring and support system through multidisciplinary collaboration, innovative methodologies, and a…, Project objectives , The StudyWell initiative is strategically designed to address key research and practice gaps, providing significant value to multiple stakeholders involved in student well-being at NWU. Our activities align with and inform the six primary goals outlined in the NWU strategic plan: Student-Centric Learning Research and Innovation Community…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/studywell/student-well-being
Student Well-Being
Oct 27, 2025 - Introduction to Student Well-Being , Student well-being refers to a student’s ability to stay motivated, engaged, and mentally and physically healthy while navigating the demands of academic life. It is not just about being healthy and feeling well; it is about sustaining performance, protecting mental health, and continuing to develop in the face of academic and personal…, Study Demands and Study Resources, The Study Demands–Resources theory identifies two core dimensions within the student experience: study demands and study resources . However, student well-being is shaped by more than just the academic experience. Study, personal, and home-related demands and resources can interact in complex ways. Study demands Study Resources, Study Demands, Study demands are the physical, psychological, social, or organisational aspects of studying that require sustained mental, emotional, or physical effort and are therefore associated with certain physiological or psychological costs. They drive the energetic process, depleting energy and potentially leading to strain or exhaustion when excessive.…, Study Resources, Study resources are the physical, social, and organisational aspects of the study environment that help students achieve their goals, reduce study demands, and promote learning and development. They drive the motivational process, fostering engagement, well-being, and academic success. While some resources are naturally part of university life,…, Student Behaviours, Student well-being and the overall university experience are shaped by both the university and students’ behaviours - it is a shared responsibility. While the university provides support and resources, students also have accountability for how they navigate their studies. Some students respond proactively, adapting to challenges and leveraging…, Self-defeating Behaviours, In practical terms, self-defeating behaviours refer to maladaptive patterns that hinder students’ ability to cope with demands or access available resources. They are typically reactive, short-term oriented, and may result from feelings of helplessness, overload, or exhaustion. Self-defeating behaviours can also create additional demands and…, Proactive Behaviours, Proactive behaviours are actions that students intentionally take to improve their learning conditions, well-being, or performance. Students who engage in such behaviours often feel more motivated and in control of challenges. Proactive behaviour enables students to generate or access resources, manage stress, and initiate positive spirals of well…, Student Burnout and Engagement, The Study Demands–Resources theory explains student well-being through a health impairment and motivational process . The health-impairment process is triggered when a student’s demands exceed their available resources, leading to feelings of exhaustion, cynicism, and a lack of efficacy. However, when resources are available and well-aligned with…, Student Burnout, Student burnout is a state of prolonged stress that develops over time when a student’s study demands continuously exceed their available resources. It typically involves three interrelated components: Exhaustion occurs when students experience extreme mental, emotional, or physical fatigue due to continuous or excessively high study demands over…, Student Engagement, Student engagement is defined as a fulfilling state of mind related to study, where a student is motivated and actively involved in their study-related tasks and environment. Student engagement consists of three dimensions, namely: Vigour is characterised by high levels of energy and mental resilience while studying, demonstrating a willingness to…, Student Health, Beyond burnout and engagement, other health-related aspects of a student’s life are essential, including physical, mental, and emotional health. When students cultivate habits that protect and enhance these aspects of their lives, they are better equipped to navigate the challenges and opportunities of university life and flourish as students…, Student Outcomes, Performance Intention to drop out. , Performance, Academic performance is one of the most observable outcomes of the dynamic interplay between study demands, study resources, and student behaviours. Importantly, performance is not only about grades or completion rates, but also about the development of core academic competencies, critical thinking, and the ability to transfer learning across…, Intention to drop out, Students’ intention to discontinue their studies could be a significant indicator of compromised well-being. In line with the Study Demands–Resources theory, this intention often arises from prolonged experiences in which study demands exceed available resources. Over time, this can lead to the health-impairment process, in which the student…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/studywell/publications-student-well-being