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Essential Qualifications and Practical Experience for Aspiring Operations Leaders
Behind every successful organisation is a skilled operations leader. I.e., the person who ensures everything runs smoothly, efficiently, and strategically. Whether it’s making sure a factory meets production targets, a retailer keeps shelves stocked, or a hospital delivers patient care on time. These operations managers are the backbone of business success. This is where an…

How to Become a Compassionate Family Lawyer in South Africa
Family law is more than just a set of legal rules. It’s about helping people through some of the most emotional and life-changing challenges they’ll ever face. Whether it’s guiding parents through custody arrangements, supporting families during divorce, or assisting with adoption, a family lawyer plays a vital role in ensuring justice with empathy. But…

From Entry-Level to Executive: Navigating the Career Ladder in South African Operations Management
In every successful business, there’s someone making sure the moving parts work together seamlessly, that deadlines are met, budgets are kept, and customers get exactly what they were promised. That someone is often an operations professional. In South Africa, operations management is the backbone of industries from manufacturing and logistics to healthcare and retail. For…

Maximising Your WIL Experience at Regent Business School: From Classroom to Career
Thinking about your future career while deciding where to study? It’s a big decision, and it’s about more than just lectures and textbooks. At REGENT Business School, you don’t just learn in the classroom; you also gain hands-on experience through Work-Integrated Learning (WIL). WIL is your opportunity to apply what you’re learning in a professional…

What Is an MBA? A Complete Guide for Ambitious Professionals
A Master of Business Administration (MBA) is far more than a postgraduate qualification—it’s a transformative journey that equips aspiring leaders with advanced management skills, strategic thinking, and the confidence to lead in a complex global economy. Globally recognised as one of the most respected business qualifications, an MBA blends theory, practical application, and leadership development…

What Are the Benefits of Having a Higher Certificate?
A Higher Certificate is an excellent entry point into higher education—bridging the gap between school-level learning and more advanced qualifications like diplomas or degrees. In South Africa, a Higher Certificate is an NQF Level 5 qualification, recognised nationally, and designed to equip learners with the foundational academic and practical skills needed to succeed in their…