Develop a holistic leadership toolkit as you learn from esteemed UCT faculty and industry experts
8 weeks,
excluding orientation
4–6 hours per week
entirely online
Weekly modules,
flexible learning
1
An understanding of the essential principles of management and leadership, and the know-how to use these to boost organisational effectiveness.
2
A set of strategic planning, project management, and financial skills, essential for successful business operations.
3
Insight into the relationship between managers and human resources, with a focus on optimising performance management.
4
Proficiency in leading high-performing teams, drawing from real-world examples and expert guidance.
Over the duration of this online short course, you’ll work through the following modules:
Module 1 Introduction to Management
Discover the importance and core principles of management and leadership, and how it contributes to the organisation's effectiveness and overall performance.
Module 2 Leadership Styles for Managers
Explore various leadership styles and their impact on managing teams.
Module 3 Team Management
Explore the skills needed to manage high-performing teams.
Module 4 Managers and Human Resource Management
Learn about the connection between managers and human resource management, and its impact on a manager's role.
Module 5 Strategic Management
Explore a high-level framework for strategy development.
Module 6 Project Management
Learn how to effectively manage projects.
Module 7 Finance Management
Learn about the basics of financial management.
Module 8 Performance Management
Gain practical insights into effectively managing performance using well-developed plans.
Please note that module titles and their contents are subject to change during course development.
Dr Siphiwe Dlamini
Senior Lecturer and Head of the School of Management Studies, UCT
With a PhD in marketing and over seven years in academia and industry, Dr Siphiwe Dlamini has cemented his place as a data-driven marketing strategist and industry expert. He currently serves as a department head at UCT and leads budget management, staff oversight, and transformative initiatives. As a senior lecturer, he teaches marketing strategy and research, regularly publishes in reputable journals, and presents at international conferences. Dr Dlamini is passionate about advancing the marketing field. In his role, he fosters innovation, collaboration, and diversity in his department and university, contributing to academic excellence and organisational growth.
This UCT online short course is delivered in collaboration with online education provider GetSmarter. Join a growing community of global professionals, and benefit from the opportunity to:
Gain verifiable and relevant competencies and earn invaluable recognition from an international selection of universities and institutions, entirely online and in your own time.
Enjoy a personalised, people-mediated online learning experience created to make you feel supported at every step.
Experience a flexible but structured approach to online education as you plan your learning around your life to meet weekly milestones.