Business, Commerce and Management Studies - Finance Economics and Accounting
The purpose of the Honours degree is to provide a higher level of expertise valued by employers, giving graduates a competitive edge in the job market. It serves as a stepping stone towards research-based higher degrees like MPhil, MCom, PhD, or DCom. The programme allows for building on undergraduate knowledge and conducting supervised research projects, producing graduates with superior conceptual, practical, and research skills highly sought after in academic and industry settings. The Honours degree facilitates skills development, expanding career opportunities, and fosters networking among high-achieving peers.
Honours provides an upward articulation pathway for motivated undergraduate students seeking further intensive and structured independent study. The programme emphasizes mentoring and personalized support, enhancing skills for career advancement. This one-year, full-time programme is tailored to offer selected students advanced study in specialized business areas within the Faculty of Business and Economics and to cultivate the ability to conduct advanced business-related research.
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