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Research Reports 2012
TREES. 2012. An economic impact analysis of Big Concerts in Cape Town. Tourism Research in Economic Environs and Society: Potchefstroom. TREES. 2012. A marketing analysis of overnight visitors to Karoo National Park 2011. Tourism Research in Economic Environs and Society: Potchefstroom. TREES. 2012. A marketing analysis of …http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/uarm
Applied Risk Management (UARM)
Qualitative applied risk management:, Because the risks that count, cannot always be counted, September 2016: A leading expert in organisational culture, Professor Gert Jan Hofstede from the Wageningen University, conducts a workshop on the topic with the UARM team May 2017: Wilna Meiring wins the prizes for both the Top Student and the Best Presentation at the UARM Graduate symposium March 2018: Faculty of Economic…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/tourism-research-economic-environs-and-society-trees/research-reports-2011
Research Reports 2011
ITLS - Institute for Tourism & Leisure Studies TREES. 2011. National profile and economic impact of biltong hunters in South Africa. Tourism Research in Economic Environs & Society: Potchefstroom. TREES. 2011. A marketing analysis of visitors to Table Mountain National Park. Tourism Research in Economic Environs & Society:…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/tourism-research-economic-environs-and-society-trees/research-reports-2010
Research Reports 2010
ITLS - Institute for Tourism & Leisure Studies (TREES' previous name) ITLS. 2010. The market profile and social impact of Table Mountain National Park. Institute for Tourism and Leisure Studies: Potchefstroom. ITLS. 2010. A marketing analysis for overnight visitors to Augrabies National Park. Potchefstroom: Institute for Tourism and Leisure…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/tourism-research-economic-environs-and-society-trees/research-reports-2009
Research Reports 2009
ITLS - Institute for Tourism & Leisure studies (TREES' previous name) ITLS. 2009. An evaluation of tourism impacts on the environment in South African National Parks. Potchefstroom: Institute for Tourism and Leisure Studies. ITLS. 2009. A socio-economic impact study of the Northern Cape Hunting industry. Potchefstroom: Institute for Tourism…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/accounting-sciences/accounting
Accounting (General)
Accounting Accounting [accordion], Your Path to Excellence, Discover your path to a thriving career in finance with our Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Accounting, which is ideal for students interested in a general business degree with a focus on accounting, management accounting, and taxation. This undergraduate programme equips you with essential skills in financial reporting, analysis, and decision-…, Core subjects, Modules include but are not limited to: Financial Accounting Taxation Management Accounting Financial Management Business Management, Degree options, BCom in Accounting Degree Duration: 3 years, full-time Offered on the Vanderbijlpark Campus [V] Curriculum code: 5FHH01, Admission requirements, BCom in Accounting APS: 24 Mathematics: Level 3 (40% or more) Afrikaans/ English Level 4 (50% or more) , Professional bodies, South African Institute F or Business Accountants (SAIBA) For more information, visit their website: https://saiba.org.za/ , Career opportunities, Accountant Cost and management accountant Financial manager Tax practitioner General manager Teacher/lecturer [/accordion] Yearbookhttp://commerce.nwu.ac.za/accounting-sciences/CharteredAccounting
Chartered Accountancy
Charterred Accountancy Chartered Accountancy, [accordion], Your Path to Excellence, Are you ready to embark on a journey that transforms your passion for finance into a prestigious career? The Chartered Accountant South Africa (aka CASA) designation has been voted the number one Chartered Accountancy designation in the world. This is according to a recent study done by Edelman DxI, in collaboration with Chartered Accountants…, Core subjects , Business Sciences Financial Accounting Financial Management Governance, Ethics, Auditing and Risk Management Accounting Taxation, Degree options, BCom in Chartered Accountancy Degree duration: 3 years, full time Offered on the Potchefstroom [P], Mahikeng [M] & Vanderbijlpark [V] campuses Curriculum code: 5FDH01 BCom in Chartered Accountancy - Extended Programme Degree duration: 4 years, full-time Offered on the Mahikeng [M] & Vanderbijlpark [V] campuses Curriculum code: 5XAH01 , Admission requirements, BCom in Chartered Accountancy APS: 32 Mathematics: Level 5 (60% or more) Afrikaans/ English Level 4 (50% or more) BCom in Chartered Accountancy - Extended programme APS: 28 Mathematics: Level 3 (40% or more) Afrikaans/ English Level 4 (50% or more), Professional bodies , South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) For more information, visit their website: https://www.saica.co.za/ Also recognised by: Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) The BCom Chartered Accountancy degree entitles students to claim exemptions for nine foundation-level exams from ACCA. For more information, visit…, Career opportunities , A Chartered Accountancy (CA) qualification is exceptionally varied and dynamic, offering a wide range of career opportunities. You can pursue a career in public practice (auditing firms), the corporate sector (working for a company), the public sector (government roles), your own business, or academia. While there are many pathways, most of our…, Post-graduate studies, Postgraduate studies in Chartered Accountancy include Postgraduate Diploma in Accountancy (PGDA) Honours in Chartered Accountancy MCom in Accountancy, Management Accountancy or Taxation. PhD in Accountancy, Management Accountancy or Taxation. Download our Honours and PGDA brochure here . [/accordion] Yearbookhttp://commerce.nwu.ac.za/accounting-sciences/financial-accountancy
Financial Accountancy
Finacial Accountancy Financial Accountancy [accordion], Your Path to Excellence, Enhance your career in finance with our Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Financial Accountancy, which is accredited by the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) for the AGA(SA) designation and the South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA). This professionally accredited programme is designed to equip students…, Core subjects, Subjects include, but are not limited to: Financial Accounting Taxation Auditing and Corporate Governance Management Accounting Financial Management Business Sciences, Degree options , BCom in Financial Accountancy Degree Duration: 3 years, full time Offered on the Potchefstroom [P], Vanderbijlpark [V] & Mahikeng [M] campuses Curriculum code: 5DBH01 BCom in Financial Accountancy - Extended programme Degree Duration: 4 years, full time Offered on the Vanderbijlpark [V] & Mahikeng [M] campuses Curriculum code: 5XBH01 , Admission requirements, BCom in Financial Accountancy APS: 28 Mathematics: Level 4 (50% or more) Afrikaans/ English Level 4 (50% or more) BCom Financial Accountancy - Extended programme APS: 24 Mathematics: Level 3 (40% ore more ) OR Mathematics Literacy: Level 7 (80% or more) English Level 4 (50% or more), Professional bodies, South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) The BCom Financial Accountancy degree is accredited by SAICA, which enables students to register as an AGA(SA) after completion of a SAICA-accredited training contract. For more information, visit the SAICA website SAICA Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) The BCom…, Career opportunities, Professional accountant Internal auditor Cost and management accountant Financial manager Tax practitioner Lecturer, Post-graduate studies, Post-graduate studies in Financial Accountancy include: BCom Honours Degree MCom and PhD Download our Honours and PGDA brochure here [/accordion] Yearbookhttp://commerce.nwu.ac.za/ForensicAccountancy
Forensic Accountancy
Forensic Accountancy Forensic Accountancy [accordion], Your Path to Excellence, Your path to protecting integrity, uncovering truth, and fighting financial crime Are you passionate about detecting corruption, financial statement fraud, and economic crime? Do you want to develop the skills to investigate complex financial misconduct and contribute meaningfully to the protection of both public and private sector resources? At…, Why choose Forensic Accountancy at the NWU?, Multidisciplinary approach: Integrates accounting, law, investigation techniques, digital forensics, and interpersonal skills to prepare you for real-world financial investigations. I ndustry-aligned content: Developed in consultation with top forensic professionals, regulatory bodies, and industry experts. Real case exposure: Engage with local…, Core competencies you'll develop, Accounting & auditing expertise - Analyse financial statements, identify evidence to investigate fraudulent transactions. Investigative techniques - Conduct interviews, gather evidence, perform lifestyle audits, and apply OSINT (Open-Source Intelligence). Digital forensics & data analytics - Detect fraud in large datasets and recover…, Academic offering, NWU is the only university in South Africa offering a dedicated undergraduate and postgraduate programme in Forensic Accountancy., Undergraduate degree:, BCom Forensic Accountancy Duration: 3 years (full-time) Campus: Potchefstroom Curriculum Code: 5DDH01, Admission requirements, APS 36 Mathematics Level 5 (60–69%) English/Afrikaans Level 5 (60–69%), Honours degree:, BCom Honours in Forensic Accountancy Duration: 1 year (full-time) Admission: Successful completion of BCom in Forensic Accountancy degree, Postgraduate pathway, Further your studies with a Master of Commerce (MCom) or PhD in Forensic Accountancy. We also offer short learning programmes and continue to contribute actively to academic research in the field., Accreditation & Professional bodies, Institute of Commercial Forensic Practitioners For more information visit their website: https://www.icfp.co.za/ The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), South African Chapter For more information, visit their website: http://www.acfesa.co.za/ South African Institute of Chartered Accountants Please note: The BCom Forensic…, Career opportunities, Graduates are highly sought-after across multiple sectors: Professional Firms: PwC, EY, Deloitte, KPMG Corporates : Nedbank, FNB, Sasol, Investec Legal practices: Bowmans, Webber Wentzel Forensic firms : Nexus Forensics, Salient, Ligwa, Abacus, Stoneturn Regulatory bodies: Financial Intelligence Centre, Special Investigating Unit (SIU), FSCA,…, Short courses, Our short courses are designed to equip learners with essential knowledge and skills to prevent and combat commercial crime effectively. Each course spans six months in contact and distance learning formats. There are no registration fees, and all study materials are included. NB! Please note that these short courses are not degree qualifications…http://news.nwu.ac.za/study-calls-inclusion-yeast-monitoring-south-africas-groundwater-safety-regulations
Study calls for inclusion of yeast monitoring in South Africa’s groundwater safety regulations
By Gofaone Motsamai When water gushes from a rural borehole, many see purity, but beneath that clear stream could lie invisible fungal organisms capable of causing serious infections. To protect public health, South Africa should introduce inclusive microbial monitoring, according to a North-West University (NWU) study. Conducted by Rebaone…http://news.nwu.ac.za/study-develops-health-promotion-strategies-caregivers-hivaids-orphans
Study develops health-promotion strategies for caregivers of HIV/AIDS orphans
Caregivers of children orphaned by HIV/AIDS carry responsibilities that shape family stability and community support. A new study has produced health-promotion strategies to strengthen their ability to care and sustain their own well-being. Led by Dr Boitumelo Joy Molato, a PhD graduate from the North-West University (NWU), the study was…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/accounting-sciences/management-accountancy