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Applied Risk Management (UARM)
Qualitative applied risk management:, Because the risks that count, cannot always be counted, September 2016: A leading expert in organisational culture, Professor Gert Jan Hofstede from the Wageningen University, conducts a workshop on the topic with the UARM team May 2017: Wilna Meiring wins the prizes for both the Top Student and the Best Presentation at the UARM Graduate symposium March 2018: Faculty of Economic…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/tourism-research-economic-environs-and-society-trees/research-reports-2011
Research Reports 2011
ITLS - Institute for Tourism & Leisure Studies TREES. 2011. National profile and economic impact of biltong hunters in South Africa. Tourism Research in Economic Environs & Society: Potchefstroom. TREES. 2011. A marketing analysis of visitors to Table Mountain National Park. Tourism Research in Economic Environs & Society:…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/tourism-research-economic-environs-and-society-trees/research-reports-2010
Research Reports 2010
ITLS - Institute for Tourism & Leisure Studies (TREES' previous name) ITLS. 2010. The market profile and social impact of Table Mountain National Park. Institute for Tourism and Leisure Studies: Potchefstroom. ITLS. 2010. A marketing analysis for overnight visitors to Augrabies National Park. Potchefstroom: Institute for Tourism and Leisure…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/tourism-research-economic-environs-and-society-trees/research-reports-2009
Research Reports 2009
ITLS - Institute for Tourism & Leisure studies (TREES' previous name) ITLS. 2009. An evaluation of tourism impacts on the environment in South African National Parks. Potchefstroom: Institute for Tourism and Leisure Studies. ITLS. 2009. A socio-economic impact study of the Northern Cape Hunting industry. Potchefstroom: Institute for Tourism…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/accounting-sciences/accounting
Accounting (General)
Accounting Accounting [accordion], Your Path to Excellence, Discover your path to a thriving career in finance with our Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Accounting, which is ideal for students interested in a general business degree with a focus on accounting, management accounting, and taxation. This undergraduate programme equips you with essential skills in financial reporting, analysis, and decision-…, Core subjects, Modules include but are not limited to: Financial Accounting Taxation Management Accounting Financial Management Business Management, Degree options, BCom in Accounting Degree Duration: 3 years, full-time Offered on the Vanderbijlpark Campus [V] Curriculum code: 5FHH01, Admission requirements, BCom in Accounting APS: 24 Mathematics: Level 3 (40% or more) Afrikaans/ English Level 4 (50% or more) , Professional bodies, South African Institute F or Business Accountants (SAIBA) For more information, visit their website: https://saiba.org.za/ , Career opportunities, Accountant Cost and management accountant Financial manager Tax practitioner General manager Teacher/lecturer [/accordion] Yearbookhttp://commerce.nwu.ac.za/accounting-sciences/CharteredAccounting
Chartered Accountancy
Charterred Accountancy Chartered Accountancy, [accordion], Your Path to Excellence, Are you ready to embark on a journey that transforms your passion for finance into a prestigious career? The Chartered Accountant South Africa (aka CASA) designation has been voted the number one Chartered Accountancy designation in the world. This is according to a recent study done by Edelman DxI, in collaboration with Chartered Accountants…, Core subjects , Business Sciences Financial Accounting Financial Management Governance, Ethics, Auditing and Risk Management Accounting Taxation, Degree options, BCom in Chartered Accountancy Degree duration: 3 years, full time Offered on the Potchefstroom [P], Mahikeng [M] & Vanderbijlpark [V] campuses Curriculum code: 5FDH01 BCom in Chartered Accountancy - Extended Programme Degree duration: 4 years, full-time Offered on the Mahikeng [M] & Vanderbijlpark [V] campuses Curriculum code: 5XAH01 , Admission requirements, BCom in Chartered Accountancy APS: 32 Mathematics: Level 5 (60% or more) Afrikaans/ English Level 4 (50% or more) BCom in Chartered Accountancy - Extended programme APS: 28 Mathematics: Level 3 (40% or more) Afrikaans/ English Level 4 (50% or more), Professional bodies , South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) For more information, visit their website: https://www.saica.co.za/ Also recognised by: Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) The BCom Chartered Accountancy degree entitles students to claim exemptions for nine foundation-level exams from ACCA. For more information, visit…, Career opportunities , A Chartered Accountancy (CA) qualification is exceptionally varied and dynamic, offering a wide range of career opportunities. You can pursue a career in public practice (auditing firms), the corporate sector (working for a company), the public sector (government roles), your own business, or academia. While there are many pathways, most of our…, Post-graduate studies, Postgraduate studies in Chartered Accountancy include Postgraduate Diploma in Accountancy (PGDA) Honours in Chartered Accountancy MCom in Accountancy, Management Accountancy or Taxation. PhD in Accountancy, Management Accountancy or Taxation. Download our Honours and PGDA brochure here . [/accordion] Yearbookhttp://commerce.nwu.ac.za/accounting-sciences/financial-accountancy
Financial Accountancy
Finacial Accountancy Financial Accountancy [accordion], Your Path to Excellence, Enhance your career in finance with our Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Financial Accountancy, which is accredited by the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) for the AGA(SA) designation and the South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA). This professionally accredited programme is designed to equip students…, Core subjects, Subjects include, but are not limited to: Financial Accounting Taxation Auditing and Corporate Governance Management Accounting Financial Management Business Sciences, Degree options , BCom in Financial Accountancy Degree Duration: 3 years, full time Offered on the Potchefstroom [P], Vanderbijlpark [V] & Mahikeng [M] campuses Curriculum code: 5DBH01 BCom in Financial Accountancy - Extended programme Degree Duration: 4 years, full time Offered on the Vanderbijlpark [V] & Mahikeng [M] campuses Curriculum code: 5XBH01 , Admission requirements, BCom in Financial Accountancy APS: 28 Mathematics: Level 4 (50% or more) Afrikaans/ English Level 4 (50% or more) BCom Financial Accountancy - Extended programme APS: 24 Mathematics: Level 3 (40% ore more ) OR Mathematics Literacy: Level 7 (80% or more) English Level 4 (50% or more), Professional bodies, South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) The BCom Financial Accountancy degree is accredited by SAICA, which enables students to register as an AGA(SA) after completion of a SAICA-accredited training contract. For more information, visit the SAICA website SAICA Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) The BCom…, Career opportunities, Professional accountant Internal auditor Cost and management accountant Financial manager Tax practitioner Lecturer, Post-graduate studies, Post-graduate studies in Financial Accountancy include: BCom Honours Degree MCom and PhD Download our Honours and PGDA brochure here [/accordion] Yearbookhttp://commerce.nwu.ac.za/ForensicAccountancy
Forensic Accountancy
Forensic Accountancy Forensic Accountancy [accordion], Your Path to Excellence, Your path to protecting integrity, uncovering truth, and fighting financial crime Are you passionate about detecting corruption, financial statement fraud, and economic crime? Do you want to develop the skills to investigate complex financial misconduct and contribute meaningfully to the protection of both public and private sector resources? At…, Why choose Forensic Accountancy at the NWU?, Multidisciplinary approach: Integrates accounting, law, investigation techniques, digital forensics, and interpersonal skills to prepare you for real-world financial investigations. I ndustry-aligned content: Developed in consultation with top forensic professionals, regulatory bodies, and industry experts. Real case exposure: Engage with local…, Core competencies you'll develop, Accounting & auditing expertise - Analyse financial statements, identify evidence to investigate fraudulent transactions. Investigative techniques - Conduct interviews, gather evidence, perform lifestyle audits, and apply OSINT (Open-Source Intelligence). Digital forensics & data analytics - Detect fraud in large datasets and recover…, Academic offering, NWU is the only university in South Africa offering a dedicated undergraduate and postgraduate programme in Forensic Accountancy., Undergraduate degree:, BCom Forensic Accountancy Duration: 3 years (full-time) Campus: Potchefstroom Curriculum Code: 5DDH01, Admission requirements, APS 36 Mathematics Level 5 (60–69%) English/Afrikaans Level 5 (60–69%), Honours degree:, BCom Honours in Forensic Accountancy Duration: 1 year (full-time) Admission: Successful completion of BCom in Forensic Accountancy degree, Postgraduate pathway, Further your studies with a Master of Commerce (MCom) or PhD in Forensic Accountancy. We also offer short learning programmes and continue to contribute actively to academic research in the field., Accreditation & Professional bodies, Institute of Commercial Forensic Practitioners For more information visit their website: https://www.icfp.co.za/ The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), South African Chapter For more information, visit their website: http://www.acfesa.co.za/ South African Institute of Chartered Accountants Please note: The BCom Forensic…, Career opportunities, Graduates are highly sought-after across multiple sectors: Professional Firms: PwC, EY, Deloitte, KPMG Corporates : Nedbank, FNB, Sasol, Investec Legal practices: Bowmans, Webber Wentzel Forensic firms : Nexus Forensics, Salient, Ligwa, Abacus, Stoneturn Regulatory bodies: Financial Intelligence Centre, Special Investigating Unit (SIU), FSCA,…, Short courses, Our short courses are designed to equip learners with essential knowledge and skills to prevent and combat commercial crime effectively. Each course spans six months in contact and distance learning formats. There are no registration fees, and all study materials are included. NB! Please note that these short courses are not degree qualifications…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/accounting-sciences/management-accountancy
Management Accountancy
Management Accoutnancy Management Accoutnancy [accordion], Your Path to Excellence, Set your course for success in business with our Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Management Accountancy, designed in collaboration with the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA). As one of the world’s largest professional bodies for management accountants, CIMA offers unrivalled career progression and employability benefits. This…, Core subjects, Modules include but are not limited to: Financial Accounting Management Accounting Financial Management Strategy, Risk and Governance Auditing and Corporate Governance Taxation, Degree options, BCom Management Accountancy Degree Duration: 3 years, full-time Offered on Potchefstroom [P] & Vanderbijlpark [V] campus Curriculum code: 5DCH01, Admission requirements, BCom Management Accountancy APS: 30 Mathematics: Level 5 (60% or more) Afrikaans/ English Level 4 (50% or more) , Professional bodies, Chartered Institute of Management Accountants For more information, visit their website: http://www.cimaglobal.com/ Association of International Chartered Professional Accountants (The Association) For more information, visit their website: http://www.aicpaglobal.com/ AICPA Global Also recognised by: Association of Chartered Certified…, Career opportunities, Project managers Management consultants Finance directors Chief executives Entrepreneurs For a more detailed description of a career as a management accountant, visit the CIMAglobal.com website., Post-graduate studies, Post-graduate studies in Management Accountancy include: BCom Honours Degree and MCom Download our Honours and PGDA brochure here [/accordion] Yearbookhttp://commerce.nwu.ac.za/uarm/about_us
About us
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
[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
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
[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
[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
[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
Green Bubbles Lion Breeding project Land usehttp://commerce.nwu.ac.za/uarm/research
The Optentia Behavioural Risk Work Research Programme
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/events
Events
Note: Several of the photos have captions with only the names of the people in the photograph. Their organisation, role and relationship to UARM (at the time of the photo), can be viewed by clicking here . 2025 May 23: UARM Graduation - Class of 2024. The UARM MCom programme delivered nine graduates in the Class of 2024, indicated with a G in…, , Click and drag to resize Click and drag to resize Click and drag to resize Front: Mr Neels Vermeulen, Prof Tinie Theron, Prof Linda du Plessis, Prof Herman van der Merwe, Prof Babs Surajlal. Middle: Hedre Pretorius, Vaneshree Pillay (Graduate), Bheki Ghutswa (Graduate), Prof Hermien Zaaiman, Dr Sonja Gilliland, Chan Naidoo (Graduate). …http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/uarm/applications