Description
The Bachelor of Business Management provides a methodical and logical introduction to the broad knowledge, principles,
concepts, data and theories in the business management domain. The programme exposes students to business and functional
disciplines, the interdependence of these disciplines and the larger role of business in society. Students will acquire cognitive
skills and key transferable skills that are necessary for addressing pressing challenges in the current Namibian market and
economy. Furthermore, they will develop essential graduate attributes to enhance practical problem‐solving, critical thinking,
good communication, teamwork and culturally sensitive global and responsible citizenship.
The Bachelor of Business Management specifically aims at:
• Providing the theoretical and practical frameworks necessary for the commercialisation of scientific and
technological products or services;
• Providing future middle managers with the tools to plan, organize, lead and evaluate an organisation’s activities, as well
as manage resources, identify and solve problems;
• Providing student with the understanding and know‐how necessary for establishing, supporting and growing small
and medium enterprises;
• Providing students with a thorough understanding and the ability to apply fundamental concepts, modern
management theories, practices and techniques within the field of business management;
• Developing the ability of students to collect, analyse and interpret information from a variety of sources;
• Preparing students to add value in the workplace through individual endeavor, as well as within a team context; and,
• Preparing students to be effective communicators, critical thinkers, ethically and socially responsible, global citizens and
team players.
General Admissions
Candidates may be admitted to this programme if they meet the General Admission Requirements of the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) (GI2.1 in Part 1 of the NUST Yearbook). In addition, students should have a minimum of D symbol in Grade 12/NSSCO Mathematics.
Mature age candidates will be considered provided they meet the requirements and pass the mature age entrance examinations of the Namibia University of Science and Technology (GI2.2 in Part 1 of the NUST Yearbook).
Career Opportunities
General higher level positions in purchasing, logistics, operations, finance etc.