CPUT Faculty of Business and Management Sciences

22/10/2026

CELEBRATING OUR DIVERSITY. HONOURING OUR IDENTITIES. BUILDING BELONGING. 🌍❤️

As we look back on Heritage Month, we shine the spotlight on the work of our Faculty Language Committee, led by Ms Luphondo, championing cultural appreciation and inclusion in line with CPUT’s Vision 2030 and our commitment to embracing "ukungafani" (our differences).

Through the African Name Reading Workshop, facilitated by our isiXhosa language specialist, Nonzolo T**i, staff were reminded that correctly pronouncing someone’s name is an act of respect, dignity and belonging.

Our Heritage Day celebration on 30 September 2026 at the District Six Campus brought this spirit to life through culture, cuisine, creativity and togetherness, with the support of the Dean’s Office, led by Mercy Makhitha.

🏆 Cultural Cuisine Competition Winners
🥇 Tourism and Events Management – HoD Dr Cynthia Dube
🥈 Human Resource Management – HoD Dr Warren Charles
🥉 Management and Project Management – HoD Prof Brink Botha

Congratulations to our winners and thank you to all participating departments, student performers and our CPUT alumnae, Noluthando Dube-Cele and Asithandile Ndamase, for making the celebration memorable.

As Chef Noluthando reminded us, “a plate represents togetherness.” Indeed, our differences bring richness to our shared story.

At FBMS, diversity is our strength, and belonging is something we build together.❤️

23/09/2026

🎉 Celebrating Research Excellence at FBMS!

The Faculty of Business and Management Sciences proudly congratulates Prof Bingwen Yan on achieving an NRF C2-rating! 👏🎓

This well-deserved recognition is a testament to Prof Yan’s consistent research excellence, scholarly impact and commitment to advancing knowledge in his field.

His achievement brings great pride to our Faculty and Cape Peninsula University of Technology, while strengthening our collective commitment to research, innovation and academic excellence.

👏🎉 Congratulations, Prof Yan! We celebrate this remarkable achievement with you and look forward to your continued contribution to research and society.

07/09/2026

🌍✈️ From CPUT to the World!

Our Dean, Mercy Makhitha, together with our Manager: Strategic Initiatives & Projects Andiswa Mrasi recently caught up with six outstanding FBMS students who have been awarded scholarships to spend a semester abroad at our international partner universities.

Celebrating their excellent academic performance, Prof Makhitha reminded them that they leave as more than students — they are ambassadors of FBMS, Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT), South Africa and Africa. 🇿🇦🌍

Their global classrooms await at Ravensburg (Germany), Hochschule Aalen (Germany), University of Applied Sciences (Germany), University of Applied Sciences (Belgium) and the -American University (Romania).

A heartfelt thank you to our international partners, the Strategic Initiatives & Projects Unit, and our academic departments for continuing to turn internationalisation into real opportunities for our students.

Six students. Five global destinations. One proud Faculty. 🌍🎓

Go represent us well! ✨

14/08/2026

Congratulations to our Department of Entrepreneurship led by Mr Chris Cupido and his team for this major achievement!!

Enactus CPUT proudly represented the university at the 2026 Enactus South Africa National Expo and National Competition, recently held in Sandton, returning home with two trophies.

Link to story in the comments.

14/08/2026

20 years of partnership. 25 international exchange students. A truly global learning experience. 🌍✨

We were delighted to welcome a delegation from our long-standing international partner, DHBW Ravensburg, Germany, to the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT).

Our Dean, Prof Mercy Makhitha, warmly welcomed Prof. Dr. Robert Watty, Rector; Thomas Scheiber, Director: International Affairs; and Prof. Dr. Dobbelstein, Professor for Market Research and Head of International Business.

The visit celebrated an incredible 20-year partnership between CPUT and DHBW Ravensburg. Two decades of collaboration, student mobility, knowledge exchange and friendship across borders. 🇿🇦🤝🇩🇪

The engagement was followed by a welcome breakfast for our Faculty’s 25 international exchange students. We are proud to see a growing number of international students choosing our Faculty and qualifications for their semester abroad, a strong reflection of the quality, relevance and global attractiveness of our academic offering.

The experience continued beyond the classroom with a visit to Langa Township, where our students engaged with the community’s rich history and culture and experienced the spirit of Ubuntu — “I am because we are.” ❤️

We extend our sincere gratitude to all academic and support staff members across the Faculty, as well as the institutional Directorate for Strategic Initiatives, Internationalisation and Partnerships, for their continued support. Internationalisation is truly a collective effort.

20 years of partnership. Connecting institutions, communities and cultures. Building a global classroom. 🌍

27/07/2026

26/07/2026

Our faculty congratulates Prof Nhlapo on this major achievement. We are proud as a faculty for the partnership we have with Caucasus University, Georgia and look forward to more great moments.

16/06/2026

🇿🇦 Youth Day 2026 | 50 Years Since June 16

Today, we commemorate the bravery and sacrifice of the young people of 16 June 1976, whose courage helped shape South Africa’s journey to freedom and democracy.

As we mark the 50th anniversary of June 16, we reflect on their enduring legacy and celebrate the power of young people to drive positive change.

This year’s Youth Day theme, “Skills for the Changing World – Empowering Youth for Meaningful Economic Participation,” highlights the importance of equipping our youth with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities needed to thrive in an evolving world.

At our faculty, we are proud to play a role in developing future leaders, innovators, and professionals who will help build a stronger South Africa.

💚 Happy Youth Day!

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26/05/2026

Connections that inspire global learning 🌍

Recently, our Manager: Strategic Initiatives & Projects,Ms Andiswa Mrasi, had the pleasure of catching up with one of our international exchange students, Kai Borsum, from Hochschule Hannover, 🇩🇪

What stood out most was Kai’s reason for choosing Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) — the opportunity to meet and learn from his academic hero, Pieter Steenkamp, PhD from our CPUT Department of Marketing, a respected leader in Marketing & Brand Management.

Moments like these remind us of the global impact of academic excellence and the power of inspiring educators. As a faculty, we remain proud to be recognised among leading business and management science schools, shaping minds and building connections across borders.



CPUT VC CPUT Marketing Society CPUT STRATEGIC INITIATIVES, AND PARTNERSHIPS Southern African-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry Phumelele Stone Sizani South African Embassy in Berlin

18/05/2026

Education becomes most meaningful when learning extends beyond the classroom.

Students from the Department of Accounting Sciences at Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) had the honour of attending the 2026 STATS SA Budget Vote 14 Debate at the Parliament of the Republic of South Africa as guests of Deputy Minister in The Presidency, Hon. Nonceba Mhlauli.

The experience exposed students to important national discussions on cybersecurity, data science, statistics, taxation, governance, and evidence-based decision-making shaping South Africa’s future.

It was inspiring to witness meaningful engagements between students, Hon. Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, Hon. Nonceba Mhlauli, Hon. Kenneth Morolong, and the Statistician-General on the vital role young people play in driving innovation through data.

Congratulations to the students who proudly represented the department and faculty, and sincere appreciation to the staff members who continue creating impactful real-world learning opportunities.

Together, we are shaping a future informed by data. 📊