College of Business and Economics Annual Report 2017 73 EXCEPTIONAL ALUMNI I will be ever thankful to Prof Auriacombe, my supervisor, who afforded me the opportunity to apply for funding support when the workplace was not in a position to do so. This allowed me to pursue a D Litt et Phil study at the age of 50 which my younger colleagues found to be inspirational. To them it proved one is never too old to learn and obtain a qualification. The study focused on 'The South African Local Government National Capacity Building Framework of 2011: Critical future considerations for 2016' which was one of the most liberating and yet empowering experiences. This is in view of the fact that I built confidence when it confirmed that what was proposed in practice is also grounded in theory. The discussions with my supervisor during the finalisation of the study has also encouraged me to consider future publications, to further enhance the baseline study. In my work I have further become more confident in attempting other work that is enhancing my capacity as individual. DR SANDRA GREYLING D Litt et Phil, 2014 The finalisation of my Doctorate in Public Governance and Management in 2010 at UJ was the start of an epic journey that has allowed me to make a difference in the lives of many South Africans. I have been privileged to be part of initiatives towards the empowerment of women and youth in both the mining and transport section which was both gratifying and humbling at the same time. In the recent past, I have formed part of national efforts to improve the rail transport in South Africa, through the development of an enabling regulatory framework. It has brought me into contact with international and local peers, and as an UJ-Alumni I am proud to be in such company. I will always be grateful to UJ, in particular Prof Auriacombe, for opening a door which has changed my life forever. DR CORNEL MALAN DLitt et Phil, 2010
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