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Chapters in books
2025-06-12 UPCOMING EVENTS Chapters in books [accordion], Trade and poverty reduction: New evidence of impacts in developing countries (2018) , The report,“Trade and Poverty Reduction: New Evidence of Impacts in Developing Countries”, was launched by WTO Director-General Roberto Azevêdo and World Bank Chief Economist Pinelopi Goldberg at the WTO in Geneva. It presents eight case studies showing how…, How the G20 can help sustainably reshape the global trade system (2018) , Gathering in Mar del Plata in September 2018, G20 trade and investment ministers agreed to “step up dialogue and actions to mitigate risks and enhance confidence in international trade.” The global trade and investment system is in need of such a boost. Trust…, Financing sustainable development in Africa (2018), This edited volume provides a critical evaluation of financing options for sustainable development in Africa. While sustainability has long been the watchword for development programs, and while many African countries have taken initiatives to develop…, Non-tariff measures: Economic assessment and policy options for development (2018) , One of the main features of the international cooperation agenda during the last 50 years has been to promote the economic integration of poorer countries into the global economy, helping them to eradicate poverty and achieve prosperity. The rationale is that…, Trade costs and inclusive growth: Case studies presented by WTO chair-holders (2016), "Trade Costs and Inclusive Growth" looks at how implementation of the WTO’s Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA) can help to reduce trade costs and promote growth. The publication brings together contributions from ten participants in the WTO Chairs Programme,…, Child Poverty, Youth (Un)Employment, and Social Inclusion (2016), Worldwide child and youth poverty remain the biggest barrier to achieving a better life in adulthood. Progress in lifting children out of poverty in the last decades has been slow and limited in the developing world, while the recent global economic crisis…, The performance of European business in the 20th Century (2016), This book is a first attempt at measuring European business performance over the entire twentieth century and in doing so provides a totally new approach to European business history. It is based on a single sample of 1,225 companies, belonging to eight…, Private standards and global governance - economic, legal and political perspectives (2012), Private regulatory initiatives aim to govern supply chains across the globe according to a set of environmental, food safety and/or social standards. Until now, literature on the topic has been fragmented and divided by research fields. However, this unique…, Export promotion: A decision support model approach (2012), Governments are increasingly confronted by scarce resources, which force their export promotion organisations to seek more efficient ways of carrying out their mandates. Notwithstanding the export successes of several emerging economies, public export…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/business-management/business-management
Business Management
2024-06-07 [accordion], Overview, A business manager is responsible for the planning and organising of activities and people, as well as the leading and guidance of people. Managers’ main tasks are problem-solving, to lead teams, to facilitate team processes and to regularly communicate with…, Admission requirements, APS of 24 Mathematics level 3 (40%) , Sites of delivery, Potchefstroom , Post- graduate studies, Honours programme The honours degree is becoming increasingly important in the fast-changing environment and concentrates on skills development that takes place by means of exposure to the world of business. The content of the modules focuses, among other…, Career opportunities, Initially, you can work as: assistant/manager, general manager, distribution manager sales person in the logistics division or at a manufacturing- or retail organisation As you gain more experience, you can be promoted to departmental manager and manager…,http://humanities.nwu.ac.za/population-and-health/projects
Projects
2025-02-25 Highlights of ongoing projects initiated by staff of the Population and Health RFA. There are several projects at different stages of development conducted by entity members, and the list will be updated with new developments. They fall under…http://law.nwu.ac.za/sarchi-cles-chair/background
Background
2024-07-04 The South African Research Chair in Cities, Law and Environmental Sustainability (CLES) forms part of the Research Unit on Law, Justice and Sustainability of the NWU Faculty of Law. The Chair has been awarded for the period 2019-2024…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/economic-sciences/af/postgraduate-qualifications-economics
Postgraduate Qualifications - Economics
2024-06-07 DEGREE FIELD OF STUDY DESCRIPTION OF THE DEGREE CAMPUSES Method of Delivery, Requirements, Honours Economics with Applied Economics 5EPL02:E601M This degree helps students to display a profound knowledge of & insight into the economic & business environments. Students will also be able to solve problems in conjunction with other…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/paa/3MC-School-2024/Mini-Courses
3MC School 2024: Mini-Courses
2024-02-13 .bg { padding: 1em; color: white; background-color: black; clear: left; text-align: center; } .btn-group-vertical { width: 100%; } 3MC Presents: African Mathematical School on Quantitative Biology: Applications in…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/trade/programmes-on-offer/mcom/entry-requirements
MCom and MSc entry requirements
2025-06-12 [accordion], MCom and MSc entry requirements, The Master's degree programme is demanding from both an academic and time perspective and should not be entered into lightly. To be admitted to the Magister Comercii (MCom) or the Magister Scientiae (MSc) programme at the North-West University, you will need…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/trade/programmes-on-offer/phd
PhD
2025-06-12 UPCOMING EVENTS [accordion], PhD (Doctor Philosophiae) programme, With a PhD in Economics, International Trade or Agricultural Economics from the North-West University, you will be highly regarded as a specialist in your field and should be a sought-after candidate for senior positions in various professional fields. Either…, PhD programme structure, The PhD programme is entirely research based. You will be expected to carry out the necessary research work and write a comprehensive thesis with a view to making a new contribution to the discipline of economic development or international trade. In line…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/trade/programmes-on-offer
Programmes on offer
2025-06-12 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…http://law.nwu.ac.za/sarchi-cles-chair
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2025-08-04 The South African Research Chair in Cities, Law and Environmental Sustainability (CLES) was established in 2018 as one of the SARChI Initiative research chairs of the National Research Foundation of South Africa (NRF). The Research…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/WRG
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2025-03-01 The Water Research Group celebrated 10-years of research in 2022! International Collaborators …http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/fakulteit-natuur-en-landbouwetenskappe/undergraduate-studies
Undergraduate Studies
2025-06-09 WELCOME TO THE FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES! We are delighted by your interest in joining our vibrant academic community, where innovation meets excellence. At our faculty, you will embark on an exciting journey of discovery,…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/natural-and-agricultural-sciences/envira-metsi
ENVIRA & METSI
2021-06-22 ENVIRA The Unit for Environmental Sciences and Management (UESM) Newsletter, ENVIRA, was revived during the 2020 Lockdown and has been fruitful ever since. The ENVIRA is published seasonally and broadcasts the most recent research activities…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/geexpo/exhibitors
Exhibitors
2025-08-11 GeeXpo 2025 invites businesses, organisations, and industry partners to participate as exhibitors. Exhibitors receive free stall space to showcase products, services, and career opportunities to high school learners, university students, educators, and fellow…http://humanities.nwu.ac.za/vinco/south-african-visual-arts-historians-savah-conference
South African Visual Arts Historians (SAVAH) Conference
2021-10-18 SAVAH Abstract Booklet It is with pleasure and great excitement that VINCO hosts the 2021 South African Visual Arts Historians conference. This is the first year that the conference is…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/tourism-research-economic-environs-and-society-trees/project-poverty-reduce
The Project (poverty reduce)
2020-11-18 The Projects, The research entails two small projects which are essential in securing benefits from tourism for local communities and to address poverty., Project 1: The distributional impacts of tourism brought by hosting mega-events, This entails using an innovative and advanced quantitative approach to modelling the legacy effects of mega-events on an African economy. It investigates to what extent the approach of hosting events in order to attract tourists is benefiting communities., Project 2: A pilot study on the impact of money illusion on foreign tourists’ spending on local products. , Using surveys at a local market, this part of the project estimates the size of money illusion for foreign tourists visiting South Africa. It is a key concern for local communities who sell handcrafted items to tourists to earn a living. , Project 3: The effects of emotions on tourists’ perceptions and behavior towards pro-poor products, Employing surveys and lab experiments, it examines the relationship between the ethical intention and tourists’ perceptions and behavior towards pro-poor products, in consideration of the moderating influence of emotions. Follow the links below for more…, 1. Go back to the Title Page, 2. The Team, 3. Research-led teaching material, 4. Project News,http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/paa/3MC-Conference-2024/Plenaries
3MC Conference 2024: Plenary Talks
2024-02-12 .bg { padding: 1em; color: white; background-color: black; clear: left; text-align: center; } .btn-group-vertical { width: 100%; } 3MC Presents: International Conference on Mathematical Modeling in Biology and Life…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/engineering/food-relief-disaster-project
Food relief disaster project
2022-02-20 Students and staff from the North-West University’s Faculty of Engineering have been burning the midnight oil to assist wherever they can. Years of research and development of extrusion technology at the NWU have resulted in the birth of a spin-…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/mat
Mahikeng Astronomical Observatory (MAO) and Telescope (MAT)
2024-10-07 Mahikeng Astronomical Observatory of the North-West University (MAO) Officially launched by the Minister of Science and Technology in…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/trade/programmes-on-offer/mcom/structure