Thinking about further study but not sure whether it is for you? The occupational marketplace is more competitive than ever before, and it is important to have a career strategy in place to help you gain the edge. A formal postgraduate qualification is a powerful differentiator and you can now earn this sought-after advantage part-time.
Gain industry-aligned skills and expertise for immediate application as you work to advance your career path in this dynamic area.
Apply online. Applications close on 30 September.
Please note: The closing date for international and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) candidates is 30 September.
The provisional course fees are listed in the Fees Handbook.
The Commerce Postgraduate handbook contains entrance requirements. Use the search function to find the programme.
We offer an Honours or Postgraduate Diploma in Management in Information Systems with four specialisations, listed below.
This stream equips students with the knowledge and practical skills to analyse, model, and design technology-driven products and services that address organisational needs. It introduces key project management and business process management techniques to ensure effective delivery and realisation of business value. It integrates theory-based lectures with hands-on practical exercises to bridge the gap between conceptual understanding and real-world application.
Closed
This stream is designed for business and IT professionals seeking to deepen their expertise, strengthen critical reading and writing skills, and formalise and expand their industry knowledge. It integrates theoretical foundations with practical application through lectures, discussions, and exercises, enabling students to connect real-world experience with academic concepts.
Closed
This stream introduces students to the theories, concepts, and practical applications of digital transformation within organisations. Key knowledge areas include enterprise systems and their implementation, business process management, business analytics, IT innovation and IT project management. Emphasis is placed on integrating theory with practice through hands-on exercises using enterprise software, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and tools for business process modelling and business analytics.
Closed
This stream introduces students to the principles, technologies, and practices of cybersecurity and information security. It combines technical implementation with strategic, legal, and organisational aspects to prepare students for modern security challenges.
Closed
These specialisations are completed over two years, part-time.
For queries contact the programme administrator Lela Koni or the programme convenor Mr Pitso Tsibolane. The relevant course convenors are listed in the course pages in the handbook.