Graduate School of Technology Management

RESILIENCE. DETERMINATION. EXCELLENCE

“Completing my Master's in Technology and Innovation Management at the prestigious University of Pretoria has been one of the most challenging, yet deeply rewarding journeys of my life. The programme stretched me intellectually, personally and professionally, enriching the way I think about innovation and technology, all while I navigated one of the most demanding personal seasons of my life. During the programme, I was expecting my third baby, and balancing coursework, research, pregnancy, birth, and caring for a newborn required a level of resilience I didn’t know I possessed. Yet this experience also reinforced how determined and capable we become when driven by purpose. I was incredibly fortunate to have the support of an amazing syndicate group whose collaboration, encouragement, and guidance made a remarkable difference and created a space where we could grow both academically and personally. I am grateful to Tuks for designing a programme that empowered me with practical, future-ready insights and application learning. Being recognised as one of the top MTIM students is an honour I carry with pride and immense gratitude.”- Ruwaida Mohideen

INNOVATE WITH INSIGHT
Innovation requires more than creativity. It requires disciplined thinking, evaluation frameworks, and the ability to move ideas through organisations with strategic intent.

The Masters in Technology & Innovation Management (MTIM) equips professionals to assess emerging technologies, manage innovation portfolios, align technical initiatives with business strategy, and lead organisational transformation responsibly.

If your role sits at the intersection of technology and strategic decision-making, this is where insight becomes capability.

Learn about MTIM via the GSTM programme overview: https://www.up.ac.za/graduate-school-of-technology-management/masters-technology-and-innovation-management-mtim

WOMEN LEAD. WOMEN BUILD. WOMEN ADVANCE.
On 9 August 1956, over 20 000 women marched to the Union Buildings to resist the pass laws. That march was not only a protest – it was a demonstration of organised, determined, and principled leadership. National Women’s Day honours that courage. It also challenges us to ask how far we have come, and how much further we must go.

In the fields of engineering, technology, and management, women remain underrepresented at senior levels. This is not a reflection of capability. It is a reflection of systems that have yet to fully leverage the talent available to them.
At GSTM, we are committed to developing the next generation of technology and engineering leaders and that commitment includes actively supporting women who are advancing into leadership roles in these fields.

To the women in our student body, our alumni network, and our faculty: your presence and your progress matter. You are not just part of this field. You are shaping it.

CONGRATULATIONS, DR RENDANI MAMPHISWANA

The Graduate School of Technology Management (GSTM) proudly congratulates Dr Rendani Mamphiswana on his appointment to the CSIR Foundational Digital Capabilities Research (FDCR) Platform Technical Review Panel for a five-year term, effective 1 July 2026.

We wish him every success as he contributes to shaping the strategic direction of this important national initiative. Congratulations on this well-deserved achievement!

GSTM EXPERTS CONTRIBUTED TO KEY AU STI POLICY DIALOGUE IN KIGALI

Prof. John Ouma-Mugabe, Prof. Petrus Letaba and Dr Getnet Fanta from the University of Pretoria's Graduate School of Technology Management (GSTM) participated in a high-level advocacy meeting on the implementation of the Science, Technology and Innovation Strategy for Africa (STISA 2034), held in Kigali, Rwanda, on 16-17 July 2026.

The meeting brought together representatives of eight RECs, the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD), the African Union Commission (AUC), and experts to strengthen regional coordination and ownership of 2034. Prof. Mugabe, supported by Prof. Letaba and Dr Fanta, led a session on Technology Assessment (TA) and Technology Foresight (TF) to position them as critical tools for implementing the Strategy. They proposed an integrated technology assessment and foresight (TAF) approach to help African nations identify emerging technologies, prioritise research and technology investments and shape sustainable futures.

This engagement underscores GSTM's commitment to building STI policy capacity across Africa. GSTM will work to equip RECs and AU Member States with capacities to design TAF.

FROM SECURITY-FOCUSED TO BUSINESS-SAVVY: THE MTIM ADVANTAGE

“I enjoyed the Master of Technology and Innovation Management (MTIM) program. It helped me understand many activities happening in my organisation, Econet Telecom Lesotho. I work in Network and Information Security and collaborate with products and services teams to ensure security is embedded in all products we develop. Takeaways from the New Product Development module are already paying off. I am attending meetings with confidence and have a better understanding of how products are conceptualised, developed, and managed. I further contribute more holistically rather than focusing solely on certain aspects as I did previously. It has genuinely added value to both my professional role and my way of thinking.” - Mabafokeng Khoboko

LEADING INNOVATION ON THE GLOBAL STAGE
Congratulations to Prof Kai-ying Alice Chan on your appointment with the Executive Board of the International Association for Management of Technology (IAMOT). This prestigious appointment is a testament to your leadership, expertise, and valuable contribution to the global Management of Technology community. We wish you every success in this important role and look forward to the positive impact you will continue to make.

https://www.iamot.net/

ADVANCING RESEARCH EXCELLENCE THROUGH GLOBAL COLLABORATION

The Graduate School of Technology Management (GSTM) was honoured to welcome Prof Leon Oerlemans from Tilburg University, Netherlands, for an engaging and insightful workshop on Multivariate Analysis Techniques.

Bringing together academics and PhD students, the session provided valuable perspectives on advanced research methods and analytical approaches, equipping researchers with practical tools to strengthen the quality and impact of their scholarly work. The workshop also fostered meaningful discussions, knowledge exchange, and opportunities for future international collaboration.

Read more: https://www.tilburguniversity.edu/