College of Business and Economics | Annual Report 2022 12 PROGRAMMES NEW PROGRAMMES, CEPS, QUALITY MANAGEMENT, INNOVATIONS, AND NEW INITIATIVES, ENSURING RELEVANT QUALITY REVIEWS, ADDRESSING ISSUES ABOUT ATTRIBUTES OF GRADUATES AND EMPLOYABILITY OF GRADUATES The rapidly changing world of work requires economic participants to have the kind of mental agility that would allow them to learn new skills, adapt to new developments swiftly, and to be able to find creative solutions to problems that arise in varying contexts. In this regard, CBE introduced three qualifications: Bachelor of Commerce Flexible, Master of Information Systems, and PhD (Development and Innovation), all approved by the Senate. SAICA accredited the online BCom Accountancy Programme for purposes of the Associate General Accountant AGA(SA) designation. Continuing education is an integral part of CBE, with an outstanding track record of enabling nontraditional students from across the country to pursue their academic and professional ambitions. Continuing Education Programmes (CEPs) consist of whole programmes, bridging programmes, and predominantly Short Learning Programmes (SLPs). Recent developments indicate an increased focus of SLPs on 4IR-related aspects. There were 66 active CEPs in 2022 compared to 69 in 2021. The total enrolment in CEPs, including registrations for non-degree purposes, master’s and doctoral preregistrations, and occasional registrations, was 7 851 in 2022, close to 4% above the 7 563 for 2021. In 2022, the CBE had 13 whole programmes on its books, presented entirely online, compared to nine in 2021. Further enhancement of the teaching and learning environment was through ongoing innovations undertaken by staff members. Several initiatives across the CBE in 2022 involved developing and introducing innovative approaches, new content, and courses relating to 4IR in the teaching and learning environment. Twenty-three key initiatives were piloted, implemented, or were at an advanced stage of development in 2022. Furthermore, eight workshops were held to encourage innovative teaching and learning and develop essential skills and insights in teaching and learning. Eight workshops were held in 2022 for academic staff members. The University also offered two enrichment modules for UG students: African Insights (AIOM) and Artificial Intelligence in 4IR (AIFIR). These modules are essential in expanding the relevance of learning for employability purposes in a nationally responsive and globally relevant manner. A student must complete at least one of these modules for graduation. In 2022, 2 305 students completed the AIFIR module, compared to 1 616 in 2021. In the case of the AIOM module, 1 287 completed it in 2022 compared to 1 378 in 2021. The total completion over the last three years was 5 824 and 4 487 for AIFIR and AIOM, respectively. The University seeks to equip all its students with the skills and knowledge to succeed in future study or employment. As such, the CBE also offers a non-compulsory Student Personal Development Programme aimed at first-year undergraduate students. It was piloted in the Department of Accountancy in 2021 and then rolled out to the wider CBE in 2022. In 2022, 1 237 students completed the programme. Students who did not complete the programme will be nudged to do so in their second and third years of study. In addition, CBE provides course content that is cutting-edge, unique, and highly relevant to the marketplace. This is confirmed through various prominent areas of study within CBE. The results for the 2023 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by Subject placed Psychology at #2 and Business and Economics at #4 in South Africa, with both climbing one level up in their previous years’ bands. There are other ranking systems, such as the Global Ranking of Academic Subjects of Shanghai Ranking, where CBE’s Hospitality & Tourism Management has climbed globally from #18 to #9 in a recent publication. UJ retained its position as #1 in South Africa and Africa for the field of Marketing Management. Furthermore, the quality of our teaching is also recognised by various professional bodies that follow rigorous accreditation and review processes. These include the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants, Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa, Health Professions Council of South Africa, SA Board for People Practices, International Coaching Affiliation, and Certified Financial Analyst Institute. UJ is the first university in South Africa to offer the CGMA Finance Leadership Program™. The CGMA Finance Leadership Program™ (FLP) enables students to complete the coveted Chartered Institutes of Management Accountants (CIMA) qualifications in a more structured and cost-effective way.
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