Multisite Search
http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/trade/vision-and-mission
Vision and mission
2025-06-12 UPCOMING EVENTS [accordion], Vision and mission, TRADE’s vision is: “to become an internationally acclaimed centre of excellence for research in the international trade and development arenas” while its mission is: “to be a respected authority and leading research entity in the fields of international trade…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/trade/local-and-international-links
Local and international linkages
2025-06-12 UPCOMING EVENTS [accordion], Local and international linkages, TRADE’s links with various external bodies are doing much to further the entity’s research aims and enrich its knowledge of global and regional trade and development. Within a local context, TRADE collaborates with: the dti (Department of Trade and Industry…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/trade/team-profiles
Team profiles
2025-06-12 TRADE team profiles, We are privileged to have some fantastic staff working at TRADE, all of whom have impressive academic and research credentials. You can find out more about our staff by clicking on the links below: Permanent academic staff External/extraordinary…, , ,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://commerce.nwu.ac.za/trade/programmes-on-offer/mcom
Master's
2025-06-12 UPCOMING EVENTS [accordion], MCom (Magister Commercii) and MSc (Magister Scientiae) programmes, With a Master of Commerce (MCom) in Economics or International Trade, or a Master of Science (MSc) in Agricultural Economics from the North-West University, you will encounter many exciting opportunities. You could, for example, deepen your knowledge by…, MCom Economics, You will learn how to apply formal economic tools to address a wide range of economic problems. You will also work on a dissertation, which will be the main contributor to your MCom degree. Strong research capabilities and knowledge of modelling/statistical…, MCom International trade, You will learn how to apply formal economic tools to address a wide range of problems in an international trade context. You will also work on a dissertation, which will be the main contributor to your MCom degree. Strong research capabilities and knowledge…, MSc Agricultural Economics, You will learn how to apply formal economic tools to address a wide range of problems in agriculture. You will also work on a dissertation, which will be the main contributor to your MSc degree. Strong research capabilities and knowledge of modelling/…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/trade/programmes-on-offer/mcom/structure
MCom structure
2025-06-12 [accordion], MCom and MSc programme structure, MCom Economics (5CG N01) ECON 871 - Dissertation (148 credits) The heart of the MCom programme is the dissertation. Under the supervision of a member of the TRADE team, you will be required to formulate and answer an appropriate research question. The…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/trade/programmes-on-offer/mcom/fees-and-bursaries
MCom/MSc fees and bursaries
2025-06-12 [accordion], MCom/MSc Fees and bursaries, We know that funding a Master's course may be difficult, since along with the hard work and commitment, you will need sufficient financial support and resources to complete your studies. There are, however, some external bursaries available which are designed…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/mcom/apply-now
Master's apply now
2025-06-12 [accordion], Apply now, The next deadline for Master's applications is 31 October 2020 . Please follow the steps below to successfully complete your application: 1) Download and read the Postgraduate Application Guide 2) Familiarise yourself with the research interests and the…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/phd/fees-and-bursaries
PhD fees and bursaries
2025-06-12 [accordion], PhD Fees and bursaries, Pursuing a PhD requires hard work, self-discipline and sufficient financial resources and support. Fortunately, there are several bursaries and other facilities available to help you to confidently embark on a PhD in Economics or International Trade. PhD -…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/trade/programmes-on-offer/phd/entry-requirements
PhD entry requirements
2025-06-12 [accordion], PhD entry requirements, A PhD is designed to make new and original contributions to the discipline of Economics or International Trade. Students therefore need to be academically strong and disciplined, capable of working on their own and highly motivated. To be admitted to the…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/trade/programmes-on-offer/phd/apply-now
PhD apply now
2025-06-12 [accordion], PhD apply now, The deadline for 2019 PhD programme applications is 31 October 2020 . Please follow the steps below in order to successfully complete your application: 1) Download and read the Postgraduate Application Guide 2) Familiarise yourself with the research…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/trade/publications
Outputs
2025-06-12 UPCOMING EVENTS [accordion], Outputs, The TRADE team is very active in research, striving to deliver top quality papers which can make a practical difference in the fields of economic development and international trade. Categories of TRADE's outputs: Published articles Peer reviewed papers in…, Recent research, Breaking the ‘big data’ barrier when selecting agricultural export markets: an innovative approach ( article ) (Authors: Martin Cameron, Wilma Viviers and Ezra Steenkamp) A country’s comparative advantage is not only dependent on factor endowments. History,…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/trade/publications/conferences
Conference papers
2025-06-12 UPCOMING EVENTS [accordion], Conference papers, TRADE team members are regularly invited to present papers, detailing their latest research initiatives and findings, at national and international conferences. For a full list of conference papers presented, click on the links below: National conference…, [/accordion], What is TRADE? Welcome message TRADE in a nutshell Vision and mission Local and international linkages Contact us TRADE expertise Permanent academic staff Extraordinary appointments Research and commercial projects TRADE programmes MCom programmes PhD…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/trade/publications/conferences/national
National conference papers
2025-06-12 UPCOMING EVENTS National conference papers [accordion], 2019, 1. Pretorius, A., Blaauw, D., Bezuidenhout, C. & Matthee, M. 2019. Offshoring within South African manufacturing firms: An analysis of the labour market effects. Biennial Conference of the Economic Society of South Africa, Birchwood Hotel &…, 2018, 1. Blaauw, P.F., Pretorius, A.M. & Schenck, C.J. 2018. Socio-economic dynamics of the informal sector, UFS Mining and Society Study Group: Workshop, 12 and 13 November 2018, Bloemfontein, South Africa 2. Cameron, M. & Viviers, W. 2018. Developing…, [/accordion], 2016-2017 (pdf) , 2012-2015 (pdf) What is TRADE? Welcome message TRADE in a nutshell Vision and mission Local and international linkages Contact us TRADE expertise Permanent academic staff Extraordinary appointments Research and commercial projects TRADE…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/trade/publications/conferences/international