Advanced Business Programme (ABP)

For individuals on a quest to develop strong leadership, decision making and implementation skills, as well as a wide range of business skills to enhance their ability to operate in a business environment as a manager.

High-level theory in practice. Real insights to be more competitive. Personal Development. Advancement. Knowledge and a clear understanding of basic but important business functions. A unique learning path towards the MBA.

NMMU Business School was ranked as one of the top three South African Business Schools for meeting graduates' expectations for increased financial reward after studies (Source: 2009 Financial Mail MBA Rankings / IPSOS Markinor).

Affordability: Ranked as the business school offering the most affordable MBA in South Africa. Our MBA is available in Pretoria, Port Elizabeth, George and East London (Source: 2009 Financial Mail MBA Rankings / IPSOS Markinor).

SA Private Sector Rates NMMU Business School's Lecturers and Facilitators Best in Country out of 16 other South African Business Schools in 2009 (Source: 2009 Financial Mail MBA Rankings / IPSOS Markinor).

Best Supervisory Support to Students from Lecturers: NMMU Business School ranked in first position out of all South African Business Schools (Source: 2009 Financial Mail MBA Rankings / IPSOS Markinor).

The NMMU Business School is accredited by the National Department of Education, and we are members of:

• The South African Business Schools Association (SABSA)
• Association of African Business Schools (AABS)
• Business School Partnership Network (BSPN)

Theoretical insights into Leadership, Personal Development and Organisational Behaviour. Dedicated coaching and mentoring. Practical group and individual reflective sessions. Practical training in business communication and presentation skills.

Formal Lectures. Analyses of case studies. International Guest Speakers and Lecturers. International study visits. Facilitated Group Discussion. Presentation of Group Assignments. Conducting applied research on real business problems.

Academic Record: A three year national diploma at an NQF 6 level or a bachelor’s degree qualification is the minimum requirement.

Work Experience: Applicants must have two years relevant working experience in a business or related environment.

Step 1 : Minimum admission requirements

Ensure you have the minimum admission requirements.

Step 2 : Contact the Business School

Complete the enquiry form. Application forms will be forwarded to you.

Step 3 : Complete Forms

Once we have received your enquiry, our relationship office will send you an Academic Admissions Application Form and a Programme Selection form. Print and complete these forms and make an additional copy of each of them.

Step 4 : Certified Copies

Prepare two certified copies of:

• Your academic qualification and academic records
• Identity Document
• Senior Certificate
• Marriage Certificate (only applicable to female applicants)

Step 5 : Check & submit

Your complete application pack should consist of the following:

• Academic Application Form (2 copies)
• Programme Selections Form (2 copies)
• Academic Qualifications and Records (2 certified copies)
• Identity Document (2 certified copies)
• Senior Certificate (2 certified copies)
• Female applicants only: Marriage Certificate (2 certified copies)
• Proof of Application Fee Payment

Submit the complete pack via courier or personal delivery to:
Graduate School, NMMU Business School, 20 Bird Street, Port Elizabeth.

To view the 2012 fee structure for the NMMU Business School's Advanced Business Programme (ABP) click here.