2020-11-18The 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,
2020-11-18 The main purpose of this group is to develop a social entrepreneurial culture amongst students. To empower students to make a positive difference in the community by applying their knowledge, skills and networks to upscale entrepreneurial projects that…
2020-10-28Covering the Distance - Virtual Physical Activity Saturday 18 th July 2020 In support of “Grade 12 learners Class of 2020” Challenge yourself – Be the change in someone’s life! Join the NWU-Business School Mandela Day virtual physical activity challenge.…
2020-07-14NWU Business School Webinar week, The NWU Business School has great pride in being an autonomous school within the faculty because it allows us operational flexibility and higher competitivity in the challenging business school market. This business model enables us to offer programmes which…
2023-08-02Honours bursaries How to apply: 1. Download our brochure here . 2. Download our application form Honours bursaries here. 3. Submit your completed application form to Jana Jacobs . 4. Ensure applications reach us no later than 18 August 2023. , Closing date: 18 August 2023
2023-08-29 Download our brochure here . How to apply: All current Honours students in the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences may apply (excluding students from the NWU Business School). Download the application form here Complete the application form,…, Closing date: 01 September 2023
2023-06-01Previous News Dear Reader It is an absolute pleasure to welcome you to the second addition of TELIT-TALK digital magazine. With embracing change through the COVID-19 times, the members of TELIT-SA adapted to the new mode of online teaching and our second…
2024-06-07Ms. Leonie Greyling Small business owners are prepared for many things, but the COVID‑19 pandemic is not only leaving us uncertain about how to cope in these strange times but has also resulted in an unprecedented shift in the way that we do business.…
2024-06-07Q: Hello, Gordon and Koos. How are you? A: We are well thank you! Stuck in a Pandemic, but you probably know that already. Q: Would it be okay if I ask you a couple of questions? A: We are cool! Go for it. Q: What was the title of your paper? A: Activate…
2024-06-07Dr. Nelda Mouton Covid-19 introduced a radical change in how we think and how we work. A new normal came into play and this is changing the way that we are presenting ourselves to our new environment, whether it is in our personal households, with our…
2024-06-07From 23 to 26 June 2020, six members of TELIT-SA attended the Edmedia & Innovate Learning 2020 virtual conference. Six full papers were accepted for publication in the conference proceedings, and one article was selected for publication in an academic…
2024-06-07Dr Clarise Mostert UNESCO recently indicated that due to the COVID-19 pandemic, more than 70% of students globally could not attend classes. COVID-19 has shown us once again that we live in a rapidly changing world where it is imperative to think outside the…
2024-06-07What's up with WhatsApp? Covid-19 has brought on many challenges in terms of teaching in the Higher Education context. However, it has also enabled lecturers to incorporate innovative practices into their teaching and learning to engage with students. This…
2024-06-07Dear Reader It is an absolute pleasure to welcome you to the second addition of TELIT-TALK digital magazine. With embracing change through the COVID-19 times, the members of TELIT-SA adapted to the new mode of online teaching and our second academic lead…
2024-06-07 What is talent management? Talent management is a concept increasingly on the minds of managers and practitioners as it becomes more difficult to attract and retain talented employees in a fiercely competitive business world. This situation is problematic…
2024-06-07 GIFT academic involvement consists of: the creation of a research book with chapters, the planning of next year's international conference with the theme "Talent Management in the 4th Industrial Revolution." presentation of article writing workshops,…
2024-06-07OUR PURPOSE, The EMS-REC of the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences at the North-West University focuses on the evaluation and confirmation of ethical compliance of research within a commerce context, as well as acting in an ethical research advisory and…
