College of Business and Economics | Annual Report 2022 4 Several workshops were also hosted, including a public lecture on conducting bibliometric analysis and a four-day workshop on writing empirical papers for top-tier journals by the Centre for Applied Data Science with Prof Samuel Fosso Wamba, a distinguished visiting Professor at CBE. Case study writing and teaching were among the implemented workshops to strengthen CBE’s teaching for success. Cognisant of the heightened need for support while navigating the effects of COVID, more than hard skills training is needed; the Executive Dean launched the Support Staff, Reconnect Lunch (Image above). The sociopsychological well-being of staff received dedicated attention. Staff members received wellness packs and a series of Self-Care & Self-Love seminars addressing topics such as Loss and Bereavement Coping Skills, Stress and Burnout Coping Skills, Effective Communication and Conflict Management Skills in an Emotionally Disconnected World, and Emotional Intelligence (EQ) Development Skills (Image below). The development opportunities translate into tangible results. In addition, 13 staff members obtained their doctorates. In 2022, 12 promotions were concluded successfully. Of the total number of staff promoted, only 16.67% were black South Africans, 41.67% white South Africans, and 41.67% international employees. Professors Crystal Hoole, Kevin Nell, David Pooe, and Dominique Uwizeyimana delivered their inaugural lectures that marked a significant milestone in their academic careers. (Image next page).
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