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GIBS – University of Pretoria

GIBS – University of Pretoria

  • South Africa
  • Johannesburg

Founded in 2000, we are the University of Pretoria's internationally accredited business school, based in Sandton, Johannesburg - South Africa's economic hub. The school is named after Sir Donald Gordon, in recognition of his contribution to South African business and a significant endowment to GIBS.

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5 Reasons Why Social Entrepreneurship May Be Your Next Move

By blending profit with purpose, social entrepreneurs are creating a new blueprint for addressing social issues while building financially viable businesses.

January 01, 2025
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An MBA Fit For Purpose…And The Future

Modernising the world's business degree of choice is possible without dulling its lustre. The secret is creating a practical MBA that challenges leaders to build relevant, future-fit, socially impactful organisations.

December 27, 2024
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Unleashing Creativity in Business- GIBS, Univesity of Pretoria

Organisations that foster creativity have a competitive edge over their peers, and they attract and retain motivated employees.

October 14, 2024
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The GIBS MBA Empowers Female Entrepreneurs in South Africa

South Africa boasts numerous trailblazing female entrepreneurs, one of whom is Sibongile Zul. Her transition from technical roles to business leadership exemplifies the power of continuous growth and evolution for women in business.

February 21, 2024
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Exploring African Diversity Through the Eyes of a GIBS MBA Graduate

In the heart of Johannesburg, Tumelo Chaka’s experience with the GIBS MBA program shows the power of African diversity in shaping global business leaders. From fostering ethical leadership to navigating complex consumer markets, this program is more than a qualification.

January 31, 2024
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High unemployment makes collaborative business education imperative

Dean Morris Mthombeni of the Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS) highlights the significance of business education in the high-unemployment South African context.

September 01, 2023
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School

Founded in 2000, we are the University of Pretoria's internationally accredited business school, based in Sandton, Johannesburg - South Africa's economic hub. The school is named after Sir Donald Gordon, in recognition of his contribution to South African business and a significant endowment to GIBS.

Location

GIBS is located in Johannesburg, near the South African capital’s Sandton business hub. Johannesburg, often called the "City of Gold," boasts a rich history and cultural diversity that contributes to a dynamic and vibrant environment. As the largest city in South Africa, Johannesburg serves as a key financial, commercial, and industrial center, attracting both local and international businesses. It is home to numerous multinational corporations, financial institutions, and startup ventures.

Accreditations

For the 16th consecutive year, GIBS maintains its prestigious "Triple Crown" status, holding accreditations from the renowned Association of MBAs (AMBA) in the UK, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) in the USA, and the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS) in Europe.

Programs

The GIBS MBA program provides a broad view of business and allows students to choose between seven focus areas: General Management, Entrepreneurship, Consulting, Manufacturing, Health, Climate Leadership, or Digital Leadership. One of the distinctive elements of the GIBS MBA program is its compulsory global module experience which allows students to gain hands-on global work experience.

Scholarships

GIBS offers scholarships to support exceptional students in pursuing their business education with the Manufacturing Focus, Intensive, or Long Block MBA formats. These scholarships provide financial assistance and recognition for outstanding academic achievements and contributions.

Fun fact

GIBS is named after Sir Donald Gordon, a notable South African businessman who generously endowed the school. In recognition of his outstanding achievements in business and his philanthropic endeavors, Gordon received numerous honors and accolades during his lifetime. He was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 1985, becoming Sir Donald Gordon.