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School of Management Sciences celebrates graduates at the Mahikeng Campus
The School of Management Sciences recently celebrated the achievements of its 2024 graduates during the 2025 graduation ceremony. This milestone marks a proud moment for the school, the faculty, and the broader university community, as we acknowledge the hard work, perseverance, and academic excellence of our students. A total of 57 students…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/management-sciences-staff/staff-understanding-world-business-ethics
Staff - Understanding the World (Business Ethics)
ACADEMIC STAFF, , MAHIKENG CAMPUS, POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS, VANDERBIJLPARK CAMPUS, wdt Click and drag to resize Mr Werner du Toit MR Click and drag to resize Prof Mark Rathbone DF Click and drag to resize Dr Danelle Fourie nx Click and drag to resize Mr Njabulo Xulu Click and drag to resize FE Dr Falkor Eckardt Click and drag to resize Understanding the World Administrative Assistant Potchefstroom Campus…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/management-sciences/prof-mia-bothma-strengthens-nwus-international-ties
Prof Mia Bothma strengthens the NWU's international ties
Prof Mia Bothma recently had the privilege of participating in an Erasmus+ staff (teaching) exchange at Hochschule Burgenland in Austria, which was a truly enriching experience that underscored the value of international academic collaboration. During her time at Hochschule Burgenland, she engaged with two programmes: The MA in International…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/studywell/about-us
About us
, StudyWell: Student Well-Being Initiative, Scientific insight. Practical impact. Student well-being at the centre. , What is the StudyWell Initiative?, StudyWell is a specialised research initiative within Management Cybernetics—a collaborative research entity formed between the Faculty of Economic and Management Science and the Faculty of Engineering at the North-West University. Our mission is to use rigorous, data-driven research to better understand and support university students’ subjective…, Our Focus, At StudyWell, we are committed to developing real-time, evidence-based tools and strategies that enable universities to proactively support student well-being. Our work is grounded in the Study Demands-Resources (SD-R) theory, a framework that helps us understand how academic environments influence students' well-being and performance. This theory…, Our Approach, Multidisciplinary, practice-integrated research and stakeholder collaboration. StudyWell is built on a multidisciplinary, practice-integrated approach, grounded in organisational psychology and enriched through collaboration with experts from diverse fields, including industrial engineering, statistics, machine and deep learning, and accounting.…, Internal Stakeholders, StudyWell Team, Management Cybernetics* research entity, Faculties, Student Sponsors, Students, NWU Ethical Committee, NWU Research Data Gatekeeper Committee, StudyWell Steering Committee , Strategic Partners, Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Teaching and Learning, Centre for Teaching and Learning (CTL), Career Centre, Student Counselling and Development (SCD), Machine and Deep Learning Group (MUST-AI), Student Success Collaborative Forum (SSCF), Centre for Health & Human Performance (CHHP), Student Information Systems (SIS) , Co-Investigators and Collaborators, Prof Arnold Bakker, Prof Leon de Beer, Prof Johann Holm, Prof Pieter Buys, Prof Maria Peeters, Prof Eva Demerouti, Dr Guus Timmerman At StudyWell, we believe research should do more than inform, it should empower. We are committed to building healthier, more supportive university experiences through collaboration, innovation, and evidence-based…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/studywell/strategic-objectives
Strategic objectives
Key objectives, Vision, To be a leading research initiative that advances the scientific understanding and support of university students' well-being. StudyWell aims to develop a comprehensive, data-informed student well-being monitoring and support system through multidisciplinary collaboration, innovative methodologies, and a commitment to culturally sensitive…, 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
Introduction to Well-Being , Well-being is more than just feeling good; it’s about maintaining a healthy balance between the challenges you face (demands) and the sources of support available to you (resources). This balance is essential for thriving in your academic journey and beyond. Whether you are a student juggling coursework or an employee navigating workplace demands…, Study Demands-Resources (SD-R) Theory, At StudyWell, we apply the Study Demands–Resources (SD-R) theory to better understand how the university environment influences student well-being. Adapted from the well-established Job Demands-Resources (JD-R) model, the SD-R theory identifies two key dimensions within the student experience: study demands and study resources. By examining the…, Key Components of the SD-R Theory:, Study demands vs. study resources Study demands refer to aspects of student life that require sustained mental or physical effort, such as deadlines, exams, or academic overload. Study resources are elements that support academic success, well-being, and motivation, like peer support, access to counselling services, or effective time management…, Linking Study and Work: The Job Demands-Resources (JD-R) Model, The SD-R theory is grounded in the Job Demands-Resources (JD-R) model, a leading framework used in occupational health psychology to assess employee well-being and performance in work environments. The JD-R theory is built on the premise that work characteristics can be classified into two categories: Job demands Physical, psychological, social…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/studywell/publications
Publications
, Welcome to the StudyWell: Student Well-Being Initiative publication page., This collection presents a series of research articles that contribute to the StudyWell initiative, which focuses on enhancing students' well-being and academic success in higher education. The publications explore key topics such as student engagement, academic resources, burnout, study demands, and the impact of mental health on students'…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/studywell/find-support
Find Support
You're not alone – the NWU offers several services to support you., Know your support services, CTL Provides academic support through programs like academic advising, tutoring, supplemental instruction (SI), academic peer mentoring, math and stats centres, reading development, and workshops. Visit CTL SCD Offers psychological services, career or study guidance and counselling, HIV and AIDS services, social work services, and support…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/entrepreneurshipnwu/entrepreneurship-news
Entrepreneurship in the News
Entrepreneurship in the News NWU empowers future STEP facilitators | Sedibeng Ster NWDC News 24 April 2025 Side Hustle Master Class promotes entrepreneurship | news.nwu.ac.za NWU empowers future STEP facilitators | Sedibeng Ster Alumnus unpacks academic entrepreneurship | news.nwu.ac.zahttp://commerce.nwu.ac.za/entrepreneurshipnwu/opportunities