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From study to job market – the best time for graduates to apply
You’ve put in the hours, written the exams and now graduation is on the horizon. But when should you start applying for jobs? How early is too early? Whether you’re completing a diploma, higher certificate, degree or even a postgraduate programme like a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Doctor of Business Administration (DBA), timing…

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…

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…