Welcome to the Faculty of Economic & Mangement Sciences
Prof Mabutho Sibanda
Executive Dean: Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
Dear Students,
It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences (EMS).
To our first-year students, congratulations on taking this important step in your academic journey. By choosing EMS, you have joined a faculty that is committed to academic excellence, innovation, and relevance in a rapidly changing world. Your first year will be one of discovery, growth, and challenge, and we are dedicated to supporting you as you lay the foundation for a successful and fulfilling career.
As you begin, you may experience information overload and find that university teaching and learning differ significantly from what you are used to. This transition can feel daunting at times, especially as we continue to navigate new digital systems and ways of working. Please be assured that your admission to the university reflects our confidence in your ability to succeed. A wide range of support structures is available to assist you, including academic advising, tutoring, wellness programmes, student leadership structures, and peer support.
It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences (EMS).
To our first-year students, congratulations on taking this important step in your academic journey. By choosing EMS, you have joined a faculty that is committed to academic excellence, innovation, and relevance in a rapidly changing world. Your first year will be one of discovery, growth, and challenge, and we are dedicated to supporting you as you lay the foundation for a successful and fulfilling career.
As you begin, you may experience information overload and find that university teaching and learning differ significantly from what you are used to. This transition can feel daunting at times, especially as we continue to navigate new digital systems and ways of working. Please be assured that your admission to the university reflects our confidence in your ability to succeed. A wide range of support structures is available to assist you, including academic advising, tutoring, wellness programmes, student leadership structures, and peer support.
To our senior students, welcome back. Your resilience, dedication, and commitment have already brought you this far, and you remain an integral part of our academic community. I encourage you to continue making use of the opportunities available to you, to mentor others where possible, and to remain focused on your academic and personal goals.
The Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences is a vibrant, diverse, and dynamic academic environment. As part of this community, you are encouraged to uphold the values of excellence, integrity, collaboration, and mutual respect. We aim not only to equip you with knowledge and skills, but also to prepare you to make a meaningful contribution to society.
I wish you a rewarding academic year filled with curiosity, achievement, and lasting memories. We look forward to walking this journey with you.
May 2026 be an amazing year
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Summary of registration steps for first-year students