Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business

22/05/2026

Microsoft Excel remains one of the most in-demand workplace skills across Namibia. From administration and finance to HR, logistics, sales, and entrepreneurship.

Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business (HP-GSB) is offering Microsoft Excel for Office 365 training from July to September 2026.

Designed for beginners, intermediate users, and advanced professionals ready to work smarter and more efficiently.

Learn how to:
✔️ Organise and analyse data
✔️ Build professional reports and dashboards
✔️ Improve productivity and accuracy
✔️ Use formulas, functions, and automation tools confidently
✔️ Strengthen your digital and business skills

Whether you are upgrading your CV, improving workplace performance, or preparing for future opportunities, this is a skill investment that pays off.

Register directly on the HP-GSB website at: https://hpgsb.nust.na/programmes/shcourses/itta

20/05/2026

Invest in the skills that move careers and businesses forward.

Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business Short Courses Training Calendar for June – December 2026 is now open for registrations.

Whether you are an entrepreneur, administrator, supervisor, team leader, finance officer, or young professional looking to sharpen your competitive edge, these practical workplace-focused courses are designed to help you perform better, lead stronger, and communicate with confidence.

📚 Training areas include:
✅ Project Management
✅ Supervisory & Leadership Skills
✅ Professional Writing & Reporting
✅ Emotional Intelligence
✅ Procurement & Inventory Management
✅ Customer Service Excellence
✅ Financial Management
✅ Meeting Management
✅ Training of Trainers
✅ Risk Management & Compliance
…and more.

In today’s economy, technical skills alone are not enough.
Employers are looking for professionals who can lead teams, manage people, solve problems, communicate effectively, and deliver results.

Seats are limited and courses are offered subject to minimum registrations. Early registration is strongly recommended.

Register directly on the HP-GSB website at: https://hpgsb.nust.na/programmes/shcourses/short-courses

12/05/2026

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10/05/2026

07/05/2026

Global supply chains are changing. Is Africa ready?

Join Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business and the University of Johannesburg for an important webinar exploring how the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) can help Africa respond to global supply chain disruptions, strengthen intra-African trade, and build long-term economic resilience.

From rising shipping costs and fuel prices to trade bottlenecks and food security concerns, the world is experiencing major economic shiftsand Africa must position itself strategically.

🗓 Tuesday, 12 May 2026
⏰ 14:00
💻 Microsoft Teams ( https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/372924912713981?p=Q5U2C4Pc4k9wkAIRP3
Meeting ID: 372 924 912 713 981
Passcode: ix2uX3pG)

This webinar will bring together academics, policymakers, business leaders, and trade experts to discuss:
✅ Supply chain resilience in Africa
✅ Opportunities created by AfCFTA
✅ Trade, logistics, and economic sovereignty
✅ Infrastructure and digital transformation
✅ Strategies for sustainable economic growth

Featuring respected speakers and experts from Namibia University of Science and Technology - NUST, the University of Johannesburg, IUM, and continental AfCFTA leadership structures.

If you are involved in business, logistics, trade, procurement, transport, policy, or economic development, this discussion is highly relevant to Namibia and the African continent at large.

06/05/2026

Turn Data Into Decisions with Microsoft Power BI

Data is one of the most valuable assets in today’s business world, but only if you know how to use it.

The Microsoft Power BI – Data Analyst training equips professionals with practical skills to transform raw data into meaningful insights, interactive dashboards, and smarter business decisions.

Whether you work in government, finance, SMEs, corporate environments, or run your own business, this course is designed to help you stay competitive in a data-driven world.

Seats are limited. Invest in skills that modern employers and businesses are actively looking for. Register directly on the Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business website at: https://hpgsb.nust.na/programmes/shcourses/itta

01/05/2026

Meet Bernadette Cloete – “Ms B”
…A decade of growth, service, and impact 💙

This Workers’ Day, as we celebrate the people who keep institutions and industries moving, we proudly shine the spotlight on a true NUSTodian — Ms B.

As part of our journey, her story reflects what Workers’ Day stands for at NUST: dedication, resilience, and the continuous growth of people who power our institution.

Since joining NUST in 2016, Bernadette has grown from administrative support into academia, she now helps shape future educators, mentors students, and strengthens TVET delivery in Namibia.

Her journey is also one of lifelong learning, continuously advancing her qualifications while contributing meaningfully to student success and institutional development.

In November 2026, she marks 10 years of service at NUST, a milestone defined by growth, purpose, and impact.

💬 “As I approach ten years at NUST, my journey reflects resilience, growth, and purpose…”

At NUST, Workers’ Day reminds us that transformation begins with investing in people, developing staff and students to grow, lead, and drive meaningful change in society.

Happy Workers’ Day 💙

21/04/2026

Namibia Customer Care & Effective Service Delivery Conference 2026

Service excellence is no longer optional, it is the difference between growth and decline.

Join leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs and decision-makers for a national conference focused on raising standards and restoring pride in customer service across Namibia.

Theme: Restoring Our Namibian Pride in Service Excellence

Expect practical insights on:
✅ Customer experience strategies
✅ Service delivery improvement
✅ Leadership and workplace culture
✅ Best practices across industries
✅ Building organisations customers trust

With 200+ delegates expected, this is a powerful platform to learn, network and position your organisation as a leader in a competitive market.

🎟 Register Now
Early Bird: N$3 600 (Until 30 April 2026)
Standard: N$4 600 (Until 30 May 2026)

🏢 Exhibition Opportunities Available
Corporate: N$8 000
SMEs: N$1 500

Hosted by Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business in partnership with Tulip Media Consultancy .

Secure your seat early. Invest in better service, stronger business, and a better Namibia.

20/04/2026

Tune in on Friday, 24 April 2026 as our own Dr Mufaro Dzingirai shares his insights on Corporate Governance at the Namibia Corporate Governance Seminar.

Strong boards help to build trusted institutions, promote sound decision-making, strengthen accountability and support financial stability, all of which are essential reinforcing public confidence and long-term economic resilience.

Join the Bank of Namibia live for the first of its series of seminars to be hosted this year. This first seminar will be held under the theme, “Corporate Governance as a Pillar of Trust — Strengthening Board Leadership to Safeguard Financial Stability and Boost Public Confidence.” The Seminar will explore the evolving role of boards, governance practices, board stewardship, diversity, and how boards balance shareholder expectations with broader societal responsibility.

With contributions from leaders spanning regulation, business, academia and governance, the seminar brings diverse and valuable perspective on leadership, accountability and resilience for directors, executives, professionals, students and members of the public with an interest in how governance shape credible institutions and a resilient economy.

📅 Friday, 24 April 2026
🕣 08h30
📍 Watch live on Facebook

Be part of the conversation as we explore why governance is not only a boardroom issue, but a public trust issue.

20/04/2026

Lead Projects with Confidence. Get PRINCE2 Certified in Namibia.

Strong project managers are in demand across every industry, from government and mining to banking, construction, ICT and entrepreneurship.

If you want to lead projects professionally and stand out in the job market, PRINCE2 (Version 7) is one of the world’s most respected project management certifications.

Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business is proud to offer the Project Management Foundation & Practitioner – PRINCE2 (Version 7) programme in Windhoek.

✅ Learn proven project management methods
✅ Manage teams, budgets, risks and timelines effectively
✅ Gain globally recognised skills employers value
✅ Improve promotion and career opportunities
✅ Applicable across multiple industries in Namibia and beyond

This is not just a course, it is a career move.

Limited spaces available. Register directly on the HP-GSB website at: https://hpgsb.nust.na/programmes/sap/event/646-project-management-methodology-certification-prince2-foundation-and-practitioner