2012
Master's theses (completed)
BOTHA, K. The banking industry: Strategy reporting trends. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2012.
GREYLING, B. The human resource function as strategic partner: A road map to partnership. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2012.
LOUBSER, L. Investigating and evaluating the merit of a strategic acquisition: A case study in the aggregate industry. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2012.
MALHERBE, D. A knowledge-intensive business services strategy framework: A consulting firm case study. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2012.
MINGELI, B. Exploratory research on strategy-as-practice at Namibia Power Corporation. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2012.
MUPANDE, D. The construction and materials industry: An analysis of strategy reporting trends. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2012.
2011
Master's theses (completed)
ADAMS, E. Independent community pharmacy: Quo vadis. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2011.
ENGELKE, R. An evaluation of the organisation culture of Matla power station to support effective project management. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2011.
GOGA, Y. Metals and Mining Sector: An Analysis of Strategy Reporting Trends. Study Supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2011.
HOFMEYR, S. The Retail Industry: An Analysis of Strategy Reporting Trends. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2011.
JANSEN VAN VUUREN, M. A Strategy-as-Practise Perspective: A case study of a business unit in a print media organisation. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2011.
KLINK, MS. A perspective on a business model and execution plan for an engineering services company. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2011.
KUMALO, S. Key factors for commercial banks providing microfinance: A multiple case studies perspective. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2011.
MALAHLELA, T. An Analysis of Implementing Open Road Tolling through the Gauteng Freeway Improvement Project (GFIP). Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2011.
MAY, H. e Impact of Implementing World Class Manufacturing on Company Performance: A Case Study of the ArcelorMittal South Africa Saldanha Works Business Unit. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2011.
MEYER, S. Energy and Natural Resources Industry: An Analysis of Strategy Reporting Trends. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2011.
MUDYAWABIKWA, C. Challenges and best practices for ground handling services. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2011.
NAUDE, F. Volhoubare besigheidsmodelperspektief vir 'n vrugteproduserende besigheid: 'n Gevallestudie. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2011.
NOLANDA, X. Web-based Business Positioning: An investigation in the Tourism Industry. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2011.
SITHOLE, K. A strategy-as-practice perspective: A case study of a business unit within a multinational engineering organisation. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2011.
2010
Master's theses (completed)
BALLOT, T. A strategic approach to stimulate Post-Acquisition knowledge flows. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2010.
CARLMAN, J. Weathering the Storm: A Survey of Microfinance in the Midst of Global Crises. Study Leader: Jako Volschenk. 2010.
FELDMAN, S. Micro Strategy and Strategising in the Financial Services Industry in Namibia. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2010.
GROBLER, R. Mobilising Innovation as an Organisational Competence in selected Namibian Companies. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2010.
KATOMA, N. The role of Middle Managers in Strategy Execution: A case study of a Local Authority Council (LAC). Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2010.
KELLERMAN, J. The most important barriers inhibiting the sustainability and growth of Energy Service Companies (ESCOs) in South Africa. Study Leader: Jako Volschenk. 2010.
MEZUI ENGO, J. Economic valuation of protected areas: The case of the Lope National Park in Gabon. Study Leader: Jako Volschenk. 2010.
MOSTERT, F. Fruit processing waste as a renewable energy source for a clean development mechanism project in South Africa. Study Leader: Jako Volschenk. 2010.
NEL, J. The role of middle management in strategy execution: A case study in a consulting engineering firm. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2010.
ODENDAAL, G. The alignment of key account management and strategic planning in business-to-business industries. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2010.
SERRA, R. An investigation into the influencing factors for adoption of energy efficiency labelling in information and communications technology across Southern Africa industry. Study Leader: Jako Volschenk. 2010.
WALKER, E. Strategic Leadership, entrepreneurship and organisational change: A case study of Imperial Holdings Ltd. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2010.
2009
Master's theses (completed)
BENADIE, J. An analysis of the risk-return relationship in the primary agricultural sector in the Western Cape from a commercial bank?s perspective. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2009.
BRAFU-INSAIDO, WG. The Macro impact and determinants of capital and financial flows. Promoter: Prof NB Biekpe. 2009.
COLLINS, B. Crafting and executing an operational strategic plan for a retail product line. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2009.
DARBY, R. The development of a decision-making matrix to address the South African power crisis. Study Leader: Jako Volschenk. 2009.
DE JAGER, N. Exploring and modelling the link between energy and the millemium development goals with specific focus on social development. Study Leader: Jako Volschenk. 2009.
GOSSEL, S. A Push-Pull Macroeconometric Analysis of South Africa's Capital Flow Components, 1985-2007. Promoter: Prof NB Biekpe. 2009.
JAKOET, F. A Safety Culture Survey amongst aircraft maintenance engineers at a leading airline in South Africa. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2009.
KRITZINGER, B. An analysis of the residential user electricity market and the marketing of green electricity product solutions in the City of Cape Town. Study Leader: Jako Volschenk. 2009.
NAIDOO, A. Determining the carbon footprint of Sishen South mine and evaluating the carbon reduction opportunities in the opencast mining environment. Study Leader: Jako Volschenk. 2009.
OLIVER, H. The demand for green electricity amongst residential consumers in the Cape Peninsula. Study Leader: Jako Volschenk. 2009.
VAN ROOYEN, O. Scaling up microfinance institutions: A case study of the Kuyasa Fund. Study Leader: Jako Volschenk. 2009.
2008
Master's theses (completed)
ALBERTS, R S E. The Effect of Organisational Restructuring at Xstrata Coal South Africa. Study Leader: Dr Babita Mathur-Helm. 2008.
ALBERTYN, L. Glass Ceiling: Illusion or reality an investigation into the banking sector of South Africa. Study Leader: Dr Babita Mathur-Helm. 2008.
ARANGIES, M. The Dynamic Interrelationship between Productivity and Remuneration Practices at a Tertiary Institution with Specific Reference to the Value Added Concept. Study Leader: Prof Willie Hamman. 2008.
ARENDSE, GM. Private-Label Versus Corporate Brands: A Qualitative Study. Study Leader: Prof Frikkie Herbst. 2008.
BAARD, RS. An Empirical Analysis of the Relationship between Operating Cash Flows and Dividend Changes in South Africa. Study Leader: Prof Willie Hamman. 2008.
BAM, G J W. The Implementation of the Balanced Scorecard as a Performance. Study Leader: Dr Babita Mathur-Helm. 2008.
BEUKES, JQ. Verification of Dividend per Share Items in Four Databases. Study Leader: Prof Willie Hamman. 2008.
BOOI, PM. The National Credit Act 34 of 2005: Strategic Implications for Capitec Bank. Study Leader: Prof Hein Oosthuizen. 2008.
BOOYSEN, APJ. An Evaluation and Reconciliation Study of Financial Databases for the Reporting of Dividends. Study Leader: Prof Willie Hamman. 2008.
BOOYSEN, CJ. Organisational Emotional Intelligence in the Materials Handling Industry - A Case Study. Study Leader: Prof Laetitia van Dyk. 2008.
BRAND, SL. Factors that may Obstruct Proper Project Management Functioning at the Epping branch, Cape Town, of African Oxygen Ltd (Afrox). Study Leader: MC Botha. 2008.
BURGER, WJL. Die Formulering van 'n Rabatbeleid vir APL Cartons (Pty) Ltd Gebaseer op die Vrye Kontantvloei Beginsel. Study Leader: Prof Willie Hamman. 2008.
CHINJE, NB. The Economic Impact of MTN's Involvement in Cameroon. Study Leader: Prof Wolfgang Thomas. 2008.
COETZEE, PM. Uncovering Spirituality as a Means to Prevent Managerial Blind Spots. Study Leader: Prof Rob Katz. 2008.
COLES, R. Employment Equity Implementation and Sustainability in the. Study Leader: Dr Babita Mathur-Helm. 2008.
DAVIDS, M. Financial Regulation in South Africa: A Case Study on the National. Study Leader: Dr Babita Mathur-Helm. 2008.
EBRAHIM, H. Investigation of the Effectiveness of Coaching in the Development of. Study Leader: Dr Babita Mathur-Helm. 2008.
ELLIS, EC. The Impact of the Taxation of Dividends on the Dividend Policy of South African Companies. Study Leader: Prof Willie Hamman. 2008.
ESTERHUYSE, WP. The Sustainability Balanced Scorecard: It's Theory and Applications to Companies Operating within the South African Fishing Industry. Study Leader: Jako Volschenk. 2008.
FAIRBANKS, R. Assessing the Environmental Impact of Polystyrene, Paperboard and polypropylene food packaging articles used in retail and fast food applications using product life cycle assessment methods. Study Leader: Jako Volschenk. 2008.
FAUCONNIER, A. Black Economic Empowerment in the South African mining industry: a case study of EXXARO Ltd. Study Leader: Dr Babita Mathur-Helm. 2008.
FISHER, F. The regulation of Section 17 (2a) of the German Energy Economy Act against the background of current developments of the German and European offshore wind industry. Study Leader: Jako Volschenk. 2008.
FORTUIN, CJ. Interaction between Seda and other Small Business Organisations as Forerunner to an Integrated Service Delivery. Study Leader: Prof Wolfgang Thomas. 2008.
GANASEB, F. An Investigation on Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) and its Impact. Study Leader: Dr Babita Mathur-Helm. 2008.
GAOSEB, L. Industrial effluent control, water scarcity and economic development in the City of Windhoek. Study Leader: Jako Volschenk. 2008.
GEBHARDT, JWL. A Comparative Study of the Business Value of Computer-based Mapping Tools in Knowledge Management. Study Leader: Louis Fourie. 2008.
GOUWS, APJ. Investigating Below-the-line Advertising for the Popular Premium Sector of the Wine Industry in the Western Cape. Study Leader: Prof Frikkie Herbst. 2008.
GOVENDER, M. The role of energy efficiency in the triple bottom line. Study Leader: Jako Volschenk. 2008.
GOVENDER, SL. Energy Saving Mechanisms in the Mining Industry: A Case Study of Switching off Non-Essential Power. Study Leader: Jako Volschenk. 2008.
HARTMAN, T. Entrenching Change and High Performance in FNB Commercial Through the Beehive Model of Operational Excellence. Study Leader: Christo Nel. 2008.
HAUPTFLEISCH, GM. IT Staff Retention, an In-Depth Case Study. Study Leader: Jako Volschenk. 2008.
HIRSCHBERG, FR. Customer and Organisational Reaction to Point of Sale Self-Checkout: Key Implementation Considerations for Woolworths (Pty) Ltd. Study Leader: Martin Butler. 2008.
HUSTED, CJ. Improving the Efficiency of Assigning Vhicles to Auto-Carrier Loads: A Decision Support System. Study Leader: Prof Wim Gevers. 2008.
JACOB, Z P. A Study of Motivation and Performance of Women Entrepreneurs in. Study Leader: Dr Babita Mathur-Helm. 2008.
JORY, SA. Knowledge-Integration within and Between the Major South African Development Finance Industry Institutions: The Industrial Development Corporation, The Development Bank of Southern Africa and the Landbank. Promotor: Prof S Coetzee. 2008.
JOSEPH, MC. Developing a Strategic Framework for a Non-Profit organisation with Spesific Focus on the Christian Church: Toward Keeping the Spirit Alive in a Postmodern Society. Study Leader: Prof Hein Oosthuizen. 2008.
KAMANGA, H. The Role of Governance in Using Project Finance as a Contract for the Delivery of Infrastructure in Africa. Study Leader: Prof Richard Tinsley. 2008.
KANDETU, ET. A Case Analysis: Asses The Alignment of the Information Systems Strategy to the Business Strategy at the government Institutions Pension Fund. Study Leader: Martin Butler. 2008.
KARAMATA, HN. Corporate Social Responsibility at Namdeb Diamond Corporation: An Exploratory Case Study. Study Leader: Dr Therese Fish. 2008.
KENDRICK, GF. An Analysis of the Application of Negotiation Strategy to Develop Customer Relationships so as to Increase Value in the Long Term . Study Leader: Prof Barney Jordaan. 2008.
KEULDER, H. Strategic Change in the South African Fresh Fruit Industry - From the Perspective of in an Apple and Pear Packing Co-operative. Study Leader: Prof Stefanus Loubser. 2008.
KING, PA. How to Utilise Marketing Opportunities in a Highly Regulated Environment: The Veterinary Industry. Study Leader: Prof Frikkie Herbst. 2008.
KLOPPER, SL. A Strategy for ABSA Vehicle and Asset Finance's Supplies and Manufacturers Department in the Western Cape. Study Leader: Tony Harris. 2008.
KRITZINGER, HS. Engaging People Through Storytelling to Become an Employer of Choice in the Knowledge Era. Study Leader: Prof Laetitia van Dyk. 2008.
KRUGER, RC. Investigating the Possible Introduction of Managed Broadband Internet Security - A Pilot Study. Study Leader: Prof Frikkie Herbst. 2008.
KUNENE, SL. Opportunities and Challenges of Introducing Micro Banking in a Commercial Bank in Swaziland. Study Leader: Prof Wolfgang Thomas. 2008.
LE ROUX, A. The value of an energy efficiency strategy: The case for Pioneer Foods. Study Leader: Jako Volschenk. 2008.
LEROUX, FVZ. A Business Plan for Poultry Biofuels (Pty) Ltd, A Company Aiming at Concerting Poultry Production Waste Streams to Renewable Sources of Biodiesel. Study Leader: Tony Harris. 2008.
LEWIS, JD. Sensory Processing and Work Performance of Contact Centre Agents in South Africa. Study Leader: Dr Carol Puhl-Snyman. 2008.
LINDERTS, GS. Estimating the HIV Prevalence Among Permanent Employees of Old Mutual (SA) - A Case Study. Study Leader: Prof Andre Roux. 2008.
MABASO, FG. Rationalizing Downsizing with Long-Term Profitability: An Empirical Focus in South African Context. Study Leader: Prof Nicholas Biekpe. 2008.
MALHERBE, J. Transformational Leadership Style and Organisational Effectiveness. Study Leader: Dr Babita Mathur-Helm. 2008.
MALOBA, ND. Outsourcing a Business Model to Improve Municipal Services. Study Leader: Prof Julian Sonn. 2008.
MALUSA, L. The Financial Sustainability of South Africa's National Development Institutions. Study Leader: Prof Nicholas Biekpe. 2008.
MARALACK, JL. Awareness of Spiritual Intelligence by Leadership within the NGO Sector. Study Leader: Prof Rob Katz. 2008.
MATANDELA, W. Challenges Faced by Black Managers Regarding Upward Mobility in Corporate South Africa. Study Leader: Prof Julian Sonn. 2008.
MAVUME, BD. A Study Investigating Whether "Mission Directed Work Teams" Resulted in Improved Workplace Productivity & Operational Performance in Salilo Bakeries. Study Leader: Dr Babita Mathur-Helm. 2008.
MEYER, F E. Exploring the Relationship Between Emotional Intelligence Burnout and. Study Leader: Dr Babita Mathur-Helm. 2008.
MIDDLETON, G. Improving the Understanding of the LSM 3 - 6 Funeral Insurance Market within South Africa. Study Leader: Prof Frikkie Herbst. 2008.
MORKEL, C. An investigation into benchmarking for the asset administration industry. Study Leader: Dr Babita Mathur-Helm. 2008.
MORYS, T. Company valuation and environmental value. Study Leader: Jako Volschenk. 2008.
MTHIYANE, FS. Electrical Energy Efficiency Awareness by Poor Communities in South Africa and its Impact on their Energy Needs. Study Leader: Jako Volschenk. 2008.
MUKADAM, MS. Using Concept Mapping for the Acquisition of Knowledge in the Customer Call Center at BP. Study Leader: N Steyn. 2008.
MULLER, GH. Development of a Model to Predict Financial Distress of Companies listed on the JSE. Study Leader: Prof Willie Hamman. 2008.
MYBURGH-LEENDERTZ, IA. A Literature Study About Learning Organisations, the Theory and Existing Measurement tools Regarding Learning's Contribution to Profitability and Return on Investment. Study Leader: Prof Julian Sonn. 2008.
NASHANDI, IN. Understanding the Role of Local Reinsurance in Preventing Capital Outflow and Enhancing National Savings. Study Leader: Prof Andre Roux. 2008.
NDLOKOVANE, M. The Application of Balanced Scorecards that Identify and Target and. Study Leader: Dr Babita Mathur-Helm. 2008.
NTOAMPE-MAHLELEBE, T. The impact of the National Credit Act (NCA) on the profitability of housing microfinance lenders in South Africa. Study Leader: Jako Volschenk. 2008.
ODENDAAL, JN. Konflik in die Werksplek: Gevallestudie met Verwysing na vyf Tafeldruifuitvoerplase in die Benede-Bergrivier. Study Leader: Prof Laetitia van Dyk. 2008.
OOSTHUYSEN, CW. Business Processes against Employee Engagement. Study Leader: Dr Babita Mathur-Helm. 2008.
ORPEN, GMC. Tourism Promotion as a LED Tool for SENOU Local Municipality. Study Leader: Prof Wolfgang Thomas. 2008.
OSBORNE, J. An Analysis of the Effect of Scope Management on the Outcome of Projects as Practised by De Beers Marine. Study Leader: Prof Chris Brown. 2008.
POOL, APJ. The Development of a Conceptual CSI Measurement Tool within the Motor Dealer Environment. Study Leader: Prof Frikkie Herbst. 2008.
RAMASHALA, PA. Performance Improvement of the Toolmakers of the Western Cape Through the Application of the Order Fulfilment Process and Activity Based Costing. Study Leader: Konrad von Leipzig. 2008.
RAMPERSAD, N. An Empirical Investigation into how Organisational Alignment Affects Project Management Success: Front end Loading During Small Capital Projects at Degussa GMBH. Study Leader: Prof Chris Brown. 2008.
RAVENS, B. The attitude, awareness and willingness to pay for solar water heaters in the Cape Town region. Study Leader: Jako Volschenk. 2008.
RYLAND, N. Investigating Organisational Consequences for Failing to Retain and Attract. Study Leader: Dr Babita Mathur-Helm. 2008.
SAAL, APJ. Investigating the Determinants of Brand Equity- A Verification Approach in the Detergents industry in South Africa. Study Leader: Prof Frikkie Herbst. 2008.
SAVIYE-CHIRAWU, M. Banking for the Poor - Getting Banking facilities to village level and rural communities. Study Leader: Jako Volschenk. 2008.
SCHAEFER, PW. The Impact of Sales Promotions on Mr Min - A Leading South African Brand. Study Leader: Prof Frikkie Herbst. 2008.
SCHEEPERS, J. The Effect of Leadership, Recognition & Development on the Retention of Process Engineers at Bateman. Study Leader: Prof Laetitia van Dyk. 2008.
SCHUMAN, D. A feasibility study of a CDM compliant small-scale biomass gasification electricity generation project at a Western Cape wine cellar. Study Leader: Jako Volschenk. 2008.
SIMELANE, BP. The impact of the restructuring at Swaziland Post & Telecommunication Corporation. Study Leader: Dr Babita Mathur-Helm. 2008.
SIWALE, M. Scenario Planning 2020 for Southern African economic empowerment: Can Southern Africa leapfrog from an agrarian to a knowledge economy?'. Study Leader: Prof Andre Roux. 2008.
STRAMROOD, APJ. The Impact of People Risks on any Organisation, and Potential Strategies to Mitigate those Risks: A Literature Review. Study Leader: Prof Laetitia van Dyk. 2008.
TERBLANCHE, J. Measuring Corporate Branding - With Swartland Winery as a Case Study. Study Leader: Prof Stefanus Loubser. 2008.
UYS, SL. A Study of the Transformation of the Cape Town City Precinct since 1994 with specific reference to the Efect on the retail and Office Market. Study Leader: Prof Stef Coetzee. 2008.
VAN DER MERWE, IW. A Critical Analysis of Factors that Influence Employee work Performance. Study Leader: Prof Laetitia van Dyk. 2008.
VAN DEVENTER, AG. Factors Influencing Venture Capitalists Project Financing Decisions in South Africa. Study Leader: Dr Chipo Mlambo. 2008.
VENTER, P. Change processes related to managing outsourced distribution within a life insurer. Study supervisor: Prof M Ungerer. 2008.
VINK, BR. The Benefits and Critical Importance of Diversity Management in the National Department of Public Works. Study Leader: Dr Babita Mathur-Helm. 2008.
WATKINS, ET (CO-SUPERVISOR). The role of cultural analysis in a global business strategy of South African companies. Study Leader: Dr Babita Mathur-Helm. 2008.
WILLIAMS, JC. A Retrospective View of the South African Excellence Model. Study Leader: Dr Troskie-de Bruin. 2008.