Course - Master of Management in the field of Energy Leadership

Overview:

Wits Business School launched the African Energy Leadership Centre (AELC) in 2017, the first of its kind in Africa. The AELC aims to address the issues of energy shortages in Africa as well as the skills deficit in an industry which is of vital importance to economic growth on the continent. A hub of teaching and research, the focus of the AELC is on the latest thinking and best practice in energy leadership. The programme comprises of three parts: nine core courses, one elective course (50%) and a research report (50%). Teaching is provided on a block release basis to accommodate the needs of busy working professionals (five blocks of nine days on campus plus home study). The programme is expected to be completed within a maximum of 24 months, including completion of the research report.

DURATION

18 to 24 months

PRICE

R180 830

FORMAT

Part-time

This course has class attendance, but not full-time

Minimum Requirements

First degree and postgraduate (NQF 8) studies (preferably an Honours degree but a good Bachelor’s degree with a recognised and accredited postgraduate degree or diploma is also recognised). In certain cases, recognition of prior learning may be granted.
Mathematics and English – a level of above-average competence equivalent to the requirements for the South African Matriculation certificate.
Three to five years’ appropriate work experience. If the applicant seeks exemption from this requirement a letter of motivation must accompany the application.
Candidates may also be required to attend an interview with WBS.
Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete a WBS Admissions test.

MEMBERSHIPS

Association of African Business Schools (AABS)
South African Business Schools Association (SABSA)
Partnership in International Management

ACCREDITATIONS

South African Council for Higher Education
Association of MBAs.
The WBS is also a member of the Association of African Business Schools, the South African Business Schools Association and the Partnership in International Management.