Graduation 2013 Key to symbols * Degree awarded cum laude a Degree awarded summa cum laude # Diploma awarded with distinction Doctor of Business Administration Bester, Willem Abraham, NDip(Centurion Technical College), PGDip(MgtDevel), MBA Thesis: A Comparison of Management Style Before and After Retrenchment Hardman, Stanley George, HDE(PG)(UN), MEd Thesis: Using Creative Holism to Inform New Partnerships as a Component of responsivity in the FET Sector. Supervisor: Professor K Pillay Schwegmann, David, BCom(UNISA), MBA(Bond University) Thesis: Performance Benchmarking and Strategic Homogeneity. Nedbank Retail Case Study. Hildbrand, Sandra, BSc(UHonenheim), MSc(UHonenheim)...Leadership Studies Thesis: Systemic Approaches to Improvement in Sugarcane Production and Supply: Umfolozi & Felixton Mill Area Supervisors: Dr SA Bodhanya and Professor CN Bezuidenhout Kachingwe, Lasting Ketsile, BSc(UZim), PGDip(HararePolytech), MA(LeedsU)... Leadership Studies Thesis: Action Strategies for Enhancing the Implementation of Per- formance Improvement Initiatives within the Health Sector in Botswana Supervisors: Professor K Pillay and Professor GJ Allen
Kimmie, Riedwaan Rudi, HDE, BEd, PGDip(PersMgt), MEd...Leadership Studies Thesis: A Constructivist Approach to Theory U as a Transformation Model in Academic Development within South African Higher Education Supervisor: Professor K Pillay Master of Business Administration Asmal, Riaz Mehmood, BTech(NatalTech), AdvPGDip(UN), PGDip(BusMgt) Dissertation: The Impact of Supplier Quality Management on Eskom's Eastern Power Network Operations Supervisor: Mr D Mc Cabe * Bayley, Karen Valery, CIS(SAISA) Dissertation: Logistics Efficiency in the South African Chemical Distribution Sector Supervisor: Mr D Mc Cabe Bhengu, Mthokozisi Ralph, NDip(NatalTech), BTech(DUT) Dissertation: Beverages Packaging and Consumer Buying Behaviour: The Case of University of KwaZulu-Natal Students Supervisor: Dr MA Phiri Bikitsha, Nozibele, BCom, HDE(UNITRA), PGDip(BusMgt) Dissertation: Students Perceptions of Service Quality of Selected Administrative Units at the Walter Sisulu University Supervisor: Dr TI Nzimakwe Bollapragada, Katyayani Madhuri, Dip(India), BTech(India) Dissertation: A Content Analysis of Facebook as a Communication Tool between University and ITS Students Supervisor: Professor MS Maharaj Bright, Lizell, NDip(CollEducSA) Dissertation: The Usage Pattern of Nutrional Supplements Amongst Durban Consumers (to read as AM Singh) * Calitz, Fiona Elsie, CIS(SAISA) Dissertation: The Status of Ballast Water Management in the Ports of South Africa Supervisor: Dr MG Chasomeris Chettiar, Kesavan, BSc Dissertation: Investigating Change Management for a Unified Communications Deployment in South African Organisations
Cosme, Holanda de Faria, Dip:IAC(College), PGDip(BusMgt) Dissertation: Perceived Production Planning and Control Problems at Cataler South Africa de Villiers, Charl Alistair, MgtAdvmentDip Dissertation: The Impact of the 2010 Soccer World Cup on Bidvest Rental and Products Division Dlamini, Ntokozo Eunice, Dip(Mantech), MgtAdvmentDip Dissertation: Romance in the Workplace: Perceptions, Performance and Pitfalls Supervisor: Ms GL Manion Dwarika, Roopnarain, Dip(UNISA), BSc(UNISA) Dissertation: Factors Motivating Information Technology Professionals to become Self-employed Supervisor: Professor MS Maharaj Ganesh, Aaron, BTech(NatalTech) Dissertation: The Benefits of Mentoring and Coaching in the Public Sector Gcwabaza, Michael Lindelani, BCom(UNIN) Dissertation: Towards Improved Financial Services and Fair Treatment of Investors in Retirement Funds Supervisor: Professor WD Geach Hadebe, Sibongile Elizabeth, FDE(Engl), BAHons, MA Dissertation: Personal Finance Challenges Facing Taxi Drivers at Umbumbulu, KwaZulu-Natal: A Case Study Harilal, Asheen, BScEng Dissertation: Management Effectiveness in Motivating Employees at a Durban Manufacturing Plant Hlatshwako, Patience Lungile, Dip(UNISWA), BCom(UNISWA) Dissertation: Challenges Facing Small and Medium Enterprises in Manzini, Swaziland Hlongwa, Nonhlanhla Pamela, NDip(NatalTech) Dissertation: An Analysis of the Supply Chain Management Processes in the KZN Department of Public Works Supervisor: Dr TI Nzimakwe
Hlubi, Muziwandile Donald, NDip(NatalTech) Dissertation: Management Strategies Employed by Consulting Engineering Firms Jooravan, Amith, NDip(DUT) Dissertation: Viability of an Electronic Cash Management System for Fuel Retailers in Inanda and Phoenix Jugmohan, Neetesh, BA, BCrimHons Dissertation: Employee Motivation in the KwaZulu-Natal Police Forensic Science Laboratory Karodia, Mahomed Yusuf, BAcc Dissertation: Talent Management Strategies at a Private Higher Education Institution: A Case Study of MANCOSA Khoza, Gloria Nonhlanhla, BSocSc, PGDip(HumRescMgt), MTRP Dissertation: Barriers and Motivators to Public Transport Utilization: A Case of La Lucia Ridge Office Park in Durban Khumalo, Taurai, BSc(UZim) Dissertation: South Africa's Tea Industry Challenges and Business Strategies: A case study of Ntingwe Tea Estate Supervisor: Dr MG Chasomeris Khuzwayo, Favourite Nozipho, MgtAdvmentDip Dissertation: Durban Consumer Views of the National Credit Act Kobe, Maemo Raynold, BOptom(UL) Dissertation: A Study of Business Management Skills of Optometrists in KwaZulu- Natal Konar, Selvin, NDip(MLSTech), BCom(UNISA), BComHons(UNISA) Dissertation: Impact of the Motor Industry Development Programme on the Automotive Component Industry Kubone, Andrew Zacharia Mlondolozi, PGDip(BusMgt)(UKZN), BAdmin(UZ) Dissertation: Effects of Emergence of Shopping Malls on SMMEs in ethekwini: A Case Study of Umlazi Township
Ledwaba, John Mpho, BSocSc(UCT), PGDip(Mgt&Org)(UCT), PGDip(BusMgt) Dissertation: The Role of Race in Market Segmentation and Buyer Behaviour in South Africa Supervisor: Dr MA Phiri Mabetoa, Mpho Philemon, NDip(PenTech) Dissertation: Management Perceptions of Employment Equity at the Automotive Manufacturing Plant Magrath, Nadine, MgtAdvmentDip Dissertation: Investigating Cigarette Purchase Patterns by Gauteng Smokers Maharaj, Sudesh, NDip(MLSTech), BTech(DUT) Dissertation: Motivation Levels amongst Employees at The Cold Chain / MERCOR Solutions in KZN in Relation to the Work Environment Supervisor: Mr TAA Vajeth Makaula, Siphosenkosi Zanoxolo, NDip(TranskeiTech), BTech(WSU) Dissertation: Breaking the Glass Ceiling - A Case of Durban Corporate Women Makhomu, Khathutshelo Jeremiah, BSc(UVenda), NDip(UVenda), PGDip(Mgt) Dissertation: Lean Manufacturing (LM) Implementation: A Perspective of Key Success Factors Supervisors: Mr D Mc Cabe and Dr BD Rhodes Masuku, Brenda Samkelisiwe, Dip(UNISWA), BCom(UNISWA) Dissertation: Business Challenges Faced by Apiculture SMMEs in Northern Swaziland Supervisor: Dr MA Phiri Maubert, Nokukhanya Makhosazane, HDip(College), Associate Diploma(College) Dissertation: Identifying the Factors Necessary for One to Succeed as a Private Banker Mbambo, Emmanuel Bhekumuzi, NDip(Mantech) Dissertation: Effect of Total Quality Management Implementation at Pfisterer (Pty) Ltd Mbona, Skhumbuzo Aubrey, BA, BAHons Dissertation: The Effect of Organisational Image on Talent Management within a Higher Education Institution
Mbongwe, Themba Emmanuel, BCom(UNISA), BComHons(UNISA) Dissertation: The impact of Restructuring on College Support Staff at the University of KwaZulu-Natal McDougall, Carolyn Ross, BSc Dietetics(UN), Dip(UPret) Dissertation: The International Hotel School's Diploma in Hospitality Management Programme: Enhancing Student Employability? Supervisor: Ms GL Manion Mchunu, Goodness Busisiwe, BAdmin(UNITRA) Dissertation: Survival Strategies of Micro-Business in the Pinetown Area Mdliva, Mzwandile Eric, MgtAdvmentDip Dissertation: Co-operative Government and Intergovernmental Relations in South Africa: A Case Study of the Eastern Cape Supervisor: Professor PS Reddy Memela, Mziwandile Siyabonga, Dissertation: The Impact of Relationship Marketing for the Licensed Tavern Business Supervisors: Mr LV Kaplan and Mr AR Bozas Mngomezulu, Nonhlanhla, BA, PGDip(BusMgtMrkt), BComHons Dissertation: The Impact of Recognition on Retention of Good Talent in the Workplace Supervisor: Dr RM Challenor Mohanlal, Ajay Premlal, NDip(MLSTech) Dissertation: Online Social Media Usage in South Africa and its Benefit to Business Mokhesi-Makhale, Lineo Connie Constance, BBA, PGDip(BusMgt) Dissertation: The Perceptions of Residents in Lesotho towards e-government Adoption Supervisor: Mr M Marimuthu Moodley, Deon, BCom, BComHons Dissertation: Understanding Customers' Commercial Vehicle Purchasing Behaviour in the Durban Long Distance Transport Market Moodley, Nerisha, BDrama Dissertation: Determining Service Delivery Levels at the Services Sector Education and Training Authority
Msibi, Thabani Joachim, BCom(Acc)(UZ) Dissertation: Tax Relief to Employers of Domestic Workers as a Means of Addressing Unemployment Msomi, Nombuso Angel, BBA Dissertation: The Impact of Religion on the Demand for Pork in Pietermaritzburg Msomi, Roy Thulasizwe, BMedSc, MBChB Dissertation: The Effects of HIV/AIDS on Medical Practice Business in KwaZulu Natal: The Case study of Umlazi Township Mthembu, Gilian Noku Thokoza, Cert(Neonatal)(RAU) Dissertation: The Impact of Succession Planning on Employee Retention Supervisor: Dr N Jumna Naidoo, Elaivani, MgtAdvmentDip, PGDip(BusMgt) Dissertation: The Impact of Regulatory Changes in the Insurance Industry on Financial Planners in KwaZulu-Natal Naidoo, Yoganathan, BCom(UKZN), BComHons(UNISA), (Please remove MBA) Dissertation: Re-Engaging Survivors of Organisational downsizing Naidu, Laurette, BA, BAHons Dissertation: The Link between Key Performance Areas and Organisational Strategy (ADD M to read as AM Singh) Ndlovu, Maria Theresa Nokukhanya, NDip(Mantech) Dissertation: The Importance of Management Disciplines and Entrepreneurial Flair to SMME Tourism Service Providers Ngcobo, Badikazi Lonwabo, NDip(MLSTech), PGDip(UPret), PGDip(BusMgt) Dissertation: The Impact of Infrastructure on Agricultural Economic Development in Bizana, Eastern Cape Ngidi, Velile, MBChB Dissertation: Training Needs of Medical Managers in Public Hospitals in KwaZulu- Natal Nhleko, Charlie Sam, BCom(Ed)(Vista), Dip(RAU), PGDip(BusMgt) Dissertation: The Contribution of Private Equity Capital to Enterprise Development in South Africa Supervisor: Ms GL Manion
Nodlabi, Mboniswa Cornelius, BSc, HDE(UNITRA), PGDip(BusMgt) Dissertation: An Evaulation of Stakeholder Participation in the Mhlontlo Municipality Rural Development Programme Ntlolokwane, Modiakgotla Cliff, Cert, BTech(DUT) Dissertation: Financial Challenges Faced by Entrepreneurs in the Durban Central Business District Supervisor: Ms GL Manion Ntshebe, Sibusiso Sizila, LLB, PGDip(BusMgt) Dissertation: The Autonomy of Directors of Black Economic Empowerment Companies Ntuli, Mbuyiseni Goodlife, Ace(UKZN), BCom(UNISA) Dissertation: The Effects of the Educator Post-Provisioning Model in Management of Public Schools within Ilembe District (Change capital L to small l) Okesola, Nonhlanhla Emma, Dip(NgwelezanaColl), PGDip(BusMgt) Dissertation: Effectiveness of Tuberculosis Management at KwaMsane Clinic Pillay, Devan, NDip(NatalTech), PGDip(BusMgt) Dissertation: Effectiveness of HIV/AIDS Programmes in the Motor Industry in Durban Prakash, Shavanna, MgtAdvmentDip, PGDip(BusMgt) Dissertation: Consumer Perceptions of the Rebranding of Vodacom Rajpal, Leena, BPaed(PrimEd), BAHons, MA Dissertation: Employee Perceptions of Energy Management Programmes at Eskom New Germany Rakgotho, Patricia Thabisile, BScHons, BSc Dissertation: Water Quality Management Staff Turnover at the Department of Water Affairs Rakoma, Sibongiseni Petros Abia, NDip(Mantech), BTech(Mantech) Dissertation: Production Strategy Employed by Small, Medium and Micro Engineering Enterprises in the Jacobs area
* Ramkissor, Manoj, BScEng Dissertation: The Entrepreneurial Orientation and Intention of UKZN MBA students Supervisor: Professor SB Cassim Rampersad, Dhanesh, NDip(Dept of Education) Dissertation: Optimisation of Local Content of the Automotive Component Industry in KwaZulu Natal Revashunkar, Dhanwanthie, MgtAdvmentDip, PGDip(HumRescMgt) Dissertation: The Performance and Management of International Students at the Faculty of Management Studies, University of KwaZulu-Natal. Supervisor: Dr MG Chasomeris Roopai, Devika, Dip(NatalCollegeNursing), PGDip(BusMgt) Dissertation: Job Satisfaction Among Pharmaceutical Sales Representatives in the Context of Herzberg Motivation Hygiene Theory. Supervisor: Mr JM Naidoo Seepurshad, Jayanth Jay, NDip(MLSTech), BTech(DUT) Dissertation: Employee Responses to Environment Management Practices Shamlall, Avashnee, BA, BAHons Dissertation: Conflict Management in a Privately Owned Trucking Business Shibe, Vusumuzi Ian, MgtAdvmentDip Dissertation: The Effectiveness of Black Economic Empowerment in South Africa Shongwe, Thembinkosi Wandile, BSc(UNISWA), PGDip(BusMgt) Dissertation: Determination of Brand Loyalty amongst South African Petrol Consumers Singh, Natalina, BSocSc, PGDip(HumRescMgt) Dissertation: Leadership and Business Productivity: A Case Study of New Age Beverages * Singh, Sandesh, Cert(UPret), Cert(Logistics)(UPret) Dissertation: Job Readiness of Further Education and Training (FET) Mechanical Engineering graduates
Singh, Shikar, BA, MSc(URP)(DevPlan) Dissertation: Guiding Entrepreneurs to Success through Franchising: A Case Study of Midas in Durban Sondezi, Mduduzi Mzwandile Olive, BTech(WitsTech) Dissertation: The Impact of Negative Attitudes towards Safety Compliance at Unitrans Fuel and Chemical Supervisor: Ms GL Manion Subramoney, Sivakumarie, NDip(TSA) (Remove from progtramme) Dissertation: Opportunities presented by Information and Communication Technology for Women led SMMEs in KwaZulu-Natal Supervisor: Professor MS Maharaj Tshoopara, Leevi Jordan, BEconomics(UNA), PGDip(BusMgt) Dissertation: Problems Affecting the Growth of Microfinance Institutions in Namibia: An Operational, Regulatory and Legislative Perspective Supervisor: Professor WD Geach Williams, Justin Jeffrey, BCom (Please add to the programme) Dissertation: An Analysis of Director Interlocks on the JSE with Reference to the Top 40 Listed Companies Supervisor: Mr J Deodutt Zincume, Nhlahla Lawrence, BSc(UZ), PGDip(BusMgt) Dissertation: The Impact of South African Police Promotion Policy on Organisational Commitment of Forensic Analysts Supervisor: Mrs CN Proches Master of Commerce in Leadership Studies Duma, Princess Thulile, BA(UNISA), BTech(DUT) Dissertation: Leading Workplace Learning : A Case Study of Mangosuthu University of Technology Supervisor: Mr SG Hardman Mabuza, Phuti Francisca, BSc(UNIN), HDE(UNIN), MSc(Warwick)... Leadership Studies Dissertation: An Enquiry into the Retention of Core, Critical and Scarce Skills in IARC Supervisors: Professor K Pillay and Mrs CN Proches Mbokazi, Sabelo Lyndon, HDE, BEd, BAHons... Leadership Studies Dissertation: The University of Namibia Medical School: A Case Study in Cross- Sector Partnership - Systemic Discourse Supervisor: Mr SG Hardman
Mntambo, Boyce Sithasakhe, BAHons(Wales)... Leadership Studies Dissertation: Assessing Government's Role in the Promotion of Co-operatives as Strategic Intervention to Accelerate Socio-economic Transformation. Supervisor: Mr SG Hardman Rappetti, Eugene Alec, MgtAdvmentDip, PGDip(BusMgt), MBA, LLM(MaritStud)... Leadership Studies Dissertation: Application of a Critical Systems Approach to Understanding Ship Turnaround in the Port of Durban Supervisor: Professor TB Jones Reddy, Devendren Vengatas, BSocSc(UKZN), HDE(UNISA), BAHons(UNISA)... Leadership Studies Dissertation: An Appreciative Inquiry into Factors Inspiring Strategic Shared Vision, among Leadership at the Durban University of Technology Supervisor: Professor K Pillay