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For Marzanne van Zyl from Durbanville, Cape Town, a temporary receptionist job unexpectedly became the stepping stone to a thriving career in insurance. Thanks to online learning with Milpark Education, she’s met industry regulatory requirements, exc...
When injuries ended Jason Matthee's professional rugby career at just 21, his lifelong dream of playing for the Springboks suddenly came to a halt. Uncertain what to do next, Jason explored several careers before starting a
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Can a South African BBA degree open doors abroad? For Donavan Picota, the answer is a resounding yes. In 2023, shortly after emigrating to Australia, he completed his online
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Risk and compliance are a crucial part of a business’s operational success. Nowadays, companies operate in fast-paced and hyper-connected environments, and as they grow, so does the complexity of the compliance requirements they face, and the need fo...
Qualifying as a chartered accountant CA(SA) in South Africa is notoriously challenging. When passing the Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting (PGDA/CTA) initially seemed impossible, Kristen Farnham decided to pursue a career as a management accountant ...
Thea Ngele, a Senior Lecturer in Public Administration at Milpark Education, brings extensive academic and professional expertise to her role. Holding a BAdmin and BAdmin (Hons) in Public Adminis...
Continuous above-inflation increases in the cost of medical scheme membership have led to healthcare becoming increasingly unaffordable. Non-traditional players have taken the opportunity to offer competitively priced medical insurance products at di...
For Milpark management student Jarryn Bell, distance learning online has been a key overcoming self-doubt. Despite successfully climbing the corporate ladder at Momentum Insure, Jarryn lacked self-confidence - a classic case of impostor syndrom...
In the fast-evolving world of business, risk management has emerged as a critical field, especially in the South African market. With a staggering 100% increase in job postings related to risk management, there is an undeniable demand for professiona...
Imagine a qualification that doesn’t just open doors but one that launches you into a world of possibility. The South African CA(SA) isn’t just a title; it’s a powerful springboard for careers both local and internationally
Effective people management is essential for business success, especially as workplace dynamics rapidly evolve. Milpark’s MBA programme – Africa’s ...
As from 1st September 2024, the two-pot retirement reform came into play. The pots are divided into a savings component and a retirement capital component. The savings component is acce...
From small-town boy to corporate leader, Milpark MBA student Ashailan Moodley’s success story is driven by his unwavering commitment to his family. Despite personal challenges, including Type 1 diabetes and financial hardship, Ash has persevered to a...
In an era of abundant real-time information, the recent changes in South Africa’s retirement system have highlighted the ongoing challenge of ensuring clients make informed financial decisions. These reforms have once again brought attention to the l...
I was privileged to attend the Institute of Risk Management South Africa’s conference this year, thanks to an invitation extended by
Kelvin Murdoch, the top student nationally in Milpark’s 2023 Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) class, achieved an extraordinary 24 dist...
We live in volatile times, making leadership development more crucial than ever. But in that context, what sort of leadership development do we need – not just here in South Africa or on our continent - but in the world? And what are Milpark Business...
Further education can be a life-changing decision, as demonstrated by Kutlwano Raborife. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (graduated in April 2024) from Milpark, her first for...
In the fast-paced and ever-changing world in which we live, effective financial planning is imperative for securing a stable and prosperous future. Many career options exist in this field, including those of an administrative nature and fiduciary exp...
Having completed PGDA piecemeal (without CTA) in 2020 after a number of attempts at the CTA exams with his previous academic institution, Mbusi could not gain entry to SAICA’s ITC Exam. Following a near-fatal battle with COVID-19, Mbusi Ndlovu's reso...
As my upcoming work anniversary approaches, it has been a time of reflection on my academic success. And it seems fitting that my moment of introspection is at the end of Women's Month! One of the battles we as women often face is the belief th...
Milpark Education's Postgraduate Diploma in Risk Management is meticulously designed for graduates with an NQF 7 qualification who are...
A story about how overcoming self-doubt can lead to successfully completing the journey ahead. Inspired by the words of Jennifer Lee to “be fearless in the pursuit of what sets your soul on fire,’ Milpark graduate Andiswa Ntantiso has demonstrated re...
As technology transforms business in the digital world, the demand for adaptable, human-centred leaders is greater than ever. Milpark’s Master of Business Administration (MBA), the only online MBA in Afri...
The London Indaba 2024, held on June 25-26 at the InterContinental Park Lane in London UK, was a seminal event that brought together an impressive array of stakeholders from across the globe where they spoke about the future of African mining. With g...
Kabir Yacoob has worked hard to get to where he is now, working as a Business Development Manager at the same company where he started his career. A graduate of Milpark for all three of his qualifications, Kabir is no stranger to a worthy challenge. ...
Few careers follow a straight path and Tabea Morake’s road to graduation certainly had several detours. But with determination and hard work, she overcame financial challenges to graduate cum laude with a
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In the ever-evolving world of finance and business, risk management has emerged as a critical discipline. Professionals with the right skills to identify, assess, and mitigate risks are in high demand across industries. Recognising this need, Milpark...
Zamashenge Ginnie Buthelezi failed the postgraduate diploma in accounting(CTA/PGDA) twice...
Milpark graduate Yolanda Sapho’s success story is one of triumph of determination. After failing the Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting (PGDA) t...
If you aspire to be a professional accountant, we have exceptionally good news! now boasts SAICA recognition, reaffirming its credibility and paving the way for graduates to pursue two of
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Did you know you can do a degree in insurance? Nyasha Madzingira, a Senior Client Manager at one of the world’s leading insurance brokers, only discovered this later in her career – having already completed a degree in economics and a master's in ris...
Losing a loved one is devastating. Emerging as an overcomer is no easy feat. Losing four close family members and having a parent suffer a disabling stroke is unimaginable. Yet this is what Avile Qowa faced last year while completing her Postgraduate...
"The best investment you can make is to Invest in yourself. The more you learn, the more you’ll earn," said American businessman, investor, and philanthropist Warren Buffett. Our very own Head of Investments, Jürgen Möller, embodies these wise words....
Pursuit of Knowledge: A Journey of Discovery Saajida Dinath, Senior Lecturer of School of Commerce, who had always worked in the banking and financial sector, never imagined that sometimes the most beautiful paths in life are the unexpected detours. ...
“You will only realise this later in life, but always listen to your parents, they know what they’re talking about”, says 19-year-old 1st year BCom Accounting student Janke Joubert. She sat down with us to share her experience at Milpark Education an...
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Ahead of Youth Day on 16 June 2024, we spoke to some young Milpark students and graduates about their dreams for South Africa and themselves — as well as the biggest challenges they think SA’s youth face right now. How equal opportunity can hel...
This December, expand your career horizons and step onto the global stage with Milpark’s Business in Emerging Markets (BEMA) elective. This immersive study experience, presented in collaboration with the
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It is not easy getting a doctorate. Just ask Dr Thobile Pamela Mhlongo, who graduated with her doctorate in Business Administration in 2023. “It was very tough, I often joke about how I never missed a year in my whole educational journey, but I did d...
A recent study by the Pew Research Centre shows that just 10 percent of the US population find artificial ...
At Milpark's online career day, MGI Bass Gordon, also known as #TEAMBASS, hosted an insightful session for aspiring Chartered Accountants (SA). The event featured key speakers from MGI Bas...
Lumka Diop’s CA journey started in Orkney, a small town in North West. She grew up there and went to school in nearby Klerksdorp. By the time high school came around, Lumka had discovered her natural aptitude for accounting. “My best friend sug...
Postgraduate success didn't come easily for Tsholofelo (Tsholo) Nkoane, but his journey proves that perseverance pays off. For Tsholo, optimism is more than just a mindset; it’s a way of life. Despite failing Matric multiple times and facing si...
I grew up in Ermelo, a very small and very cold town in Mpumalanga. I live in Pretoria now – I studied at the University of Pretoria, in fact, and it’s from there that I received my master's degree in strategic mar...
David Barnes always wanted to go to university and get a degree. His first attempt at a traditional university saw him dropping out after a year. He then went travelling and tried another educational institution on his return — but the administrative...
There are a couple of lessons to be learned from the PRIME hydration drink craze that took...
In the realm of compliance, where adherence to regulations can often feel rigid and formulaic, emerges a figure who defies convention and captivates with charisma and innovation. Meet KhanRoy Jacobs, dubbed as Milpark’s ‘Beyoncé of Compliance
It didn’t take long for Marisa Grundling to get responses to her email asking for students interested in taking part in the Spencer-RIMS Risk Management Challenge. Nicole Stow, Prudence Mbatha, Nobuhle Moyo and Matthew Vagle quickly put up their hand...
Matthew Vagle has a keen interest in the world of risk and insurance, and how these fields can be applied across multiple organisations and sectors. His current interests offer him the chance to travel and meet with great people, whilst focusing full...
Khomotso Masingita Chuma has been determined to become a chartered accountant (CA) since her early years of high school in Polokwane. Despite many challenges, including three failed attempts and becoming a new mom halfway through her course, she succ...
Ever since Prudence Motha was invited to join Milpark Education’s first delegation for the Spencer-RIMS Risk Management Challenge, her life has been filled with even more challenges, extra work and plenty of excitement. But it is all paying off hands...
In just under a month, Nicole Stow will be travelling to the United States with fellow Milpark students Prudence Motha, Nobuhle Moyo and Matthew Vagle where they will compete against other international teams from around the world in the 2023/24 Spen...
Throughout her life, Milpark student Nobuhle Moyo has been an introvert. But when she received an email about the Spencer-RIMS Risk Management Challenge, she knew she was being given a sign – and she had to respond.
As an online higher education provider in the financial services, commerce, and management space, it is an institutional imperative that our programmes and accreditations speak to our high standards of honesty, fairness, and accountability.
Having had the privilege of participating as a judge in the elimination round, it was a distinct honour to witness the subsequent phase wherein the cohort was narrowed down from the top 20 to the top 10, under the auspices of Discovery – a platform r...
In the heart of South Africa's political dilemma lies a crucial question that resonates with every citizen: to vote or not to vote? Being South African means navigating through a myriad of challenges in the realms of politics, economy, and society. A...
My tips for success in PGDA with Milpark (I was on the full workload, working full-time, having completed bridging over a year).
When Neil Bonhomme received his matric results a few years ago, he was crushed to see that he had failed mathematics. He thought this meant the end of his educational journey. It would be many years before he heard about an online bridging course at ...
Benedict Thabo Nkosi has embarked on a journey of perseverance, inspiration and sheer determination. Benedict is studying his Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting at Milpark Education, but the route he's taken to get to this point has been arduous and ...
During the course of his matric year in 1998, Shawn Reddy lost his father – a devastating event for him and his family that changed the trajectory of his life, forcing him into the work environment prematurely to help support the household. In the ea...