Graduate School of Business

Graduate School of Business Developing leaders. Finding solutions. Advancing our continent. This is an official University of Cape Town Graduate School of Business account.

The UCT Graduate School of Business (GSB) is triple-crown accredited (EQUIS, AMBA & AACSB). The GSB’s goal is to be a leading emerging-market business school that is relevant both internationally and to its social context, and excellent in its research, teaching and outreach. The GSB’s teaching and research are geared towards its African, emerging-market context and the challenges associated with

high degrees of uncertainty, complexity and inequality. Through initiatives like the Bertha Centre for Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship, the Allan Gray Centre for Values-based Leadership and the MTN Solution Space, the GSB seeks to build a new kind of business school: one that is rooted in values and enables positive new ways of thinking and acting in business to achieve sustainable success. Academic study options include the MBA and the Executive MBA, the Postgraduate Diploma in Management Practice, specialised masters programmes in Development Finance and Inclusive Innovation and doctoral studies. PhD students become part of a vibrant cohort in their first year of study, participating in regular colloquia on organisational theory and methodology. The GSB is also committed to ongoing professional development and lifelong learning through its Executive Education offering.

Your time is almost here.In just a few days, the UCT GSB Class of 2026 crosses the stage and officially becomes graduate...
04/09/2026

Your time is almost here.

In just a few days, the UCT GSB Class of 2026 crosses the stage and officially becomes graduates. All the late nights, hard conversations, and hard-won breakthroughs led to this moment.

Graduation Ceremony: 9 September

To our graduating class: get ready. We can't wait to celebrate with you.

Are you looking to sharpen your strategic edge and navigate complex environments?The UCT GSB Executive Development Progr...
04/09/2026

Are you looking to sharpen your strategic edge and navigate complex environments?

The UCT GSB Executive Development Programme is designed for leaders who want to drive meaningful change. Over this face-to-face course, you will dive into strategic thinking, results-based and values-based leadership, reputation management, and innovation in an emerging market context.

Walk away with actionable strategies to sustain your competitive advantage and a powerful new professional network.

Dates: 25 October - 6 November
Applications Close: 29 September

Learn more and apply: uctgsb.info/EDP

If advancing your understanding of Africa’s changing power markets is part of your professional development plans this y...
03/09/2026

If advancing your understanding of Africa’s changing power markets is part of your professional development plans this year, there are only a few days left to apply for the Managing New Power Markets & Regulation short course.

Designed for professionals working across the energy and power sectors, the course begins on 28 September 2026, with both online and face-to-face learning options available.

Application deadline: 07 September 2026
Starts: 28 September 2026
Format: Online and face-to-face

Find out more and submit your application: uctgsb.info/Managing-New-Power

Thinking about a PhD? Join the UCT GSB team for an online info session on the Doctor of Philosophy Specialising in Busin...
03/09/2026

Thinking about a PhD? Join the UCT GSB team for an online info session on the Doctor of Philosophy Specialising in Business Administration.

Find out what it takes to join our research community, from developing your research proposal in the first six months to working closely with a supervisor, shaping your own learning path, and contributing to academic life through lecturing, seminars and co-supervision. There will be time to ask questions about the programme and the application process.

Monday, 7 September
18:00 to 19:00
Online

Register here: uctgsb.info/infosession_phd

Before the gowns and graduation stage, there were the moments that shaped the journey.The classroom conversations that c...
01/09/2026

Before the gowns and graduation stage, there were the moments that shaped the journey.

The classroom conversations that challenged perspectives. The ideas exchanged with classmates. The late days, big questions and milestones along the way. And, of course, the ringing if the bell, marking another moment in life at the GSB.

As we get ready to celebrate the Class of 2026, we're looking back at the experiences that made their time at the UCT GSB memorable.

Soon, one more milestone will be added to the journey.

Before the gowns and graduation stage, there were the moments that shaped the journey.The classroom conversations that c...
01/09/2026

Before the gowns and graduation stage, there were the moments that shaped the journey.

The classroom conversations that challenged perspectives. The ideas exchanged with classmates. The late days, big questions and milestones along the way. And, of course, the ringing of the bell, marking another moment in life at the GSB.

As we get ready to celebrate the Class of 2026, we’re looking back at the experiences that made their time at the UCT GSB memorable.

Soon, one more milestone will be added to the journey.

31/08/2026
28/08/2026

The UCT GSB Executive Development Programme covers strategic thinking, results-based leadership and values-based leadership, built for leaders who need to manage complexity, drive a competitive edge, and grow their network along the way.

Face-to-face, 25 October – 6 November
Applications close 29 September

More info: uctgsb.info/EDP

The Executive MBA at UCT GSB is a transformative learning experience for senior managers and executive leaders who want ...
26/08/2026

The Executive MBA at UCT GSB is a transformative learning experience for senior managers and executive leaders who want to sharpen their ability to conceptualise, not just their proficiency in functional management.

Join the online information session to learn more about the programme and how you can Invest in yourself, your career and your organisation.

Thursday, 27 August | 17:30–18:30
Online

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The UCT GSB MBA equips professionals to navigate complexity, drive positive societal change and lead with confidence, gr...
26/08/2026

The UCT GSB MBA equips professionals to navigate complexity, drive positive societal change and lead with confidence, grounded in an African and South African context with global relevance.

Gain a unique perspective and the expertise to identify creative solutions to critical challenges, available full-time over one year or modular over two, on your terms.

Applications are now open: uctgsb.info/mba-modular

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