INTRODUCTION School of Accounting School of Consumer Intelligence and Information Systems Prof Tankiso Moloi Executive Dean College of Business and Economics necessary to prepare a diverse student body for professional agility and a lifetime of meaningful engagement. The CBE prides itself on a capacity for continuous self-reinvention. We channel our multidisciplinary expertise through six specialised knowledge hubs, encompassing thirteen departments, three SARChI Chairs, and ten research centres. Our specialised schools: Accounting; Consumer Intelligence and Information Systems; Economics, Management; Public Management; Governance and Public Policy; and Tourism and Hospitality, collaborate to deliver innovative, sustainable solutions for a complex world. Following the University of Johannesburg’s 20th anniversary in 2025, the CBE remains firmly anchored in Africa whilst actively shaping the Global South. The 2025 academic year marked a pivotal alignment with UJ’s core strategic pillars: Societal Impact and Sustainability; Technology for the Future; and Global Footprint and Partnerships. Our College is home to a vibrant community of 19 172 students. The undergraduate cohort comprises 15 837 students (83%), characterised by a strong female representation of 58%. Within this Higher education currently stands at a crossroads of rapid technological evolution and shifting economic landscapes. At the College of Business and Economics (CBE), we do not want to be observers of this change; we want to be one of its architects. Driven by a distinct CBE mindset, our scholars and professional support staff members develop the high-demand skills and robust support systems 4 College of Business and Economics | Annual Report 2025
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