Graduate School of Business

Elevate your brand. Access top talent.

Position your company as a partner of choice for leadership development. Join us for Corporate Engagement Week at UCT GSB (2–16 July 2026) and engage directly with our full MBA cohort on the Cape Town campus.

Key Benefits:
· Showcase your brand to future executives
· Share your corporate strategy
· Access a premium, diverse talent pipeline

🎟️ Secure your organisation’s spot: https://bit.ly/4aeeq9K

He left a stable job. He took a chance on something bigger.

For Simphiwe Petros, the decision to pursue a Full-Time MBA at the UCT Graduate School of Business wasn’t only about career growth, it was about aligning his work with purpose.

Simphiwe stepped into a year that would challenge his thinking and expand what leadership meant to him.

From representing South Africa on global stages to rethinking how education can be transformed at home, his journey shows what’s possible when opportunity meets intention.

Now back in Johannesburg, he’s working to make a difference where it matters most.

Sometimes, one decision can change everything.

Read his story on Ideas Exchange.

Shaping Leaders for Change: Simphiwe Petros on Transformation, Leadership and the GSB MBA

We are proud to share that Associate Professor Camille Meyer of the UCT Graduate School of Business has been named to Poets&Quants' 2026 Best 40-Under-40 Business Professors list, one of the most respected recognitions in global business education.

The recognition reflects Camille's work at the intersection of innovation, governance and sustainability, and his leadership of the GSB EMBA, ranked the best in Africa and the Middle East.

His research asks a question that matters deeply to us as a school: how can business contribute to economic systems that are more inclusive and more resilient?

We think that is exactly the kind of thinking worth celebrating.

Tap the link to read the full profile. bit.ly/4eBtEbh

Empowering Girls. Preserving Dignity. Supporting Education.
The Women in Business community at UCT GSB is running a Pad Drive in support of CoolPlay a 15-year-old NPO that has empowered over 2,700 children through sport and mentorship, building resilience and confidence in underserved communities.

Many young girls in South Africa miss school due to limited access to sanitary products. This initiative aims to restore dignity, support education, and ensure no girl is left behind due to period poverty.

You can help by, donate sanitary pads (any brand), pantyliners, or feminine hygiene essentials. Together, we can make a difference.

Drop-off: 1–18 June
Location: UCT GSB Staff Room

How do organisations move beyond intention to delivering meaningful social and economic impact in the communities they operate in?

The Community Social Investment and Economic Development course at the UCT Graduate School of Business explores the realities, complexities, and opportunities of private sector–led development in the natural resource sector.

Join our upcoming information session to gain a clearer understanding of the field, hear from experienced practitioners, and consider how this learning can support your work and career progression.

Engage directly with Prof. Ralph Hamann and Lisa van Dongen to explore whether this course is the right fit for you.

Wednesday, 03 June 2026
12:00 – 12:30 (GMT+2)

Interested in learning more? Join this online session and connect with us.

Virtual Info Session

Global uncertainty and tighter capital markets are reshaping what it takes to raise funding.

The UCT GSB Entrepreneurship Club brings this into focus with the launch of the GSB Venture Studio, alongside a candid conversation with Egla Ntumba, Prof. Mikael Samuelsson, and Johannes Schueler on what investors are really looking for today.

A short, sharp session for founders and aspiring entrepreneurs navigating a more complex funding landscape.

28 May 2026 | 18:00 – 19:30
Online

Reserve your spot and join the conversation.

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Women’s health is deeply connected to how women lead, work, and thrive. It is central to wellbeing, participation, leadership, and the support systems that enable women to thrive professionally.

Rooted in Her gathers experts in health and wellness to unpack hormonal health, fertility, menstrual health, sustainable care, and conditions affecting women of colour at higher rates.

Join the UCT Graduate School of Business for an evening of thoughtful discussion with Dr Lizle Oosthuizen, Dr Zandile Dunn, and Aditi Radhakrishna.

03 June 2026 | 17:30 – 20:00
GSB Lecture Theatre 6

Book now to secure your seat.

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The UCT Graduate School of Business has once again been recognised in the Financial Times Executive Education rankings:

• 71st globally for Open-Enrolment Programmes
• 86th globally for Customised Programmes

This marks 17 consecutive years in the rankings, reflecting the continued global relevance and impact of our executive education programmes.

Thank you to our faculty, partners, participants and alumni for being part of this achievement.

Read more: bit.ly/4eRfu6A

Africa is one of the world’s most demanding classrooms for business leadership.

At UCT Graduate School of Business, our students learn in an environment where real-world challenges shape how they think, decide, and lead. From market volatility to resource constraints, this context builds resilience, adaptability, and practical problem-solving.

Our programmes are regularly recognised by international ranking organisations, reflecting both academic strength and a focus on responsible, globally relevant leadership.

Whether you are considering a postgraduate diploma, a specialist master’s degree or an MBA, you will be part of a learning experience that is grounded in Africa and connected to the world.

Explore our academic programmes: bit.ly/45FC25E