Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University's School of Accounting has done it again by producing top results in the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) Initial Test of Competence (ITC) examination for chartered accountants. The university's BCom Honours (Accounting) graduates of 2012 obtained a 97% pass – as compared to the national average of 86% for first time attempts – with 71 NMMU graduates passing the exam. The ITC examination (previously known as Part I of the … [Read more...] about 97% pass rate for NMMU Accounting – No Pressure Philip!
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Vandalism forces change in venue for Vodacom Cup game against Western Province
The Eastern Province Rugby Union has moved the game between the Eastern Province Kings and the Western Province from the Zwide Stadium to the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University stadium. "Following an inspection of the stadium this morning, we discovered that criminal elements had recently broken into the stadium and vandalised the change rooms, stealing water pipes, taps and an assortment of other fixtures," said EPRU interim CEO, Charl Crous. Crous said that due to the extent of the … [Read more...] about Vandalism forces change in venue for Vodacom Cup game against Western Province
Minister Tokyo Sexwale launches Chair for Education in Human Settlements at NMMU
Against the background of many protests about housing delivery, National Human Settlements Minister Tokyo Sexwale launched the country’s first Chair for Education in human settlements development and management at Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University today. The Chair aims to make a significant contribution to the education and training of undergraduate students in the new Bachelor’s Degree in Human Settlements Development (BHSD). Matriculants and those interested in specialising in human … [Read more...] about Minister Tokyo Sexwale launches Chair for Education in Human Settlements at NMMU
Launch of SA’s Electric Vehicle Technology Centre at NMMU
Key players in the future of motoring gathered at the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University today for the launch of South Africa's Electric Vehicle Technology Centre. Industry representatives from BMW, Eskom, Sasol, Nissan, PowerTech and Siemens, experts from the Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) that is funding the multi-million centre and chairperson of its board Dr Mamphela Ramphele attended the opening from 10:00 am at the university's new state-of-the-art Engineering building on North … [Read more...] about Launch of SA’s Electric Vehicle Technology Centre at NMMU
Objections to Ammendment of Title Condition; Erf 1406, Summerstrand
A number of paper based petitions are being circulated urging Summerstrand residents to object to the proposed amendment of title conditions to Erf 1406, Summerstrand. NMMU are proposing to rezone a portion of their property presently being used as cricket fields situated on the Northern side of Second Avenue, Summerstrand. The intention is for NMMU to use the property for the following broad purposes: A multi-purpose academic node Parking Retail development focused on the consumer … [Read more...] about Objections to Ammendment of Title Condition; Erf 1406, Summerstrand
Varsity Cup set to rock Port Elizabeth
Varsity Cup rugby arrives in Port Elizabeth for the first time this year on Monday, February 11, when the FNB NMMU Madibaz square off with newcomers FNB Wits at the NMMU Stadium. The Madibaz got their 2013 campaign off to an encouraging start last week when they travelled to Cape Town and retained the Monte Taljaard Trophy with a hard-fought 5-5 draw with the FNB Ikey Tigers, and they will be looking to do the same against Wits. Last year the men from Port Elizabeth finished fifth on the … [Read more...] about Varsity Cup set to rock Port Elizabeth
Your chance to see law students in court
Team Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University is ready for the South African rounds of the prestigious White and Case South African Jessup International Moot Court Competition to be hosted by the university on 8 and 9 February. Teams from the some of the top South African universities will compete to determine the national champion to represent South Africa in the international rounds in Washington, DC, USA, in April. Team NMMU consists of final-year law students Tamryn Jensen, Meggan … [Read more...] about Your chance to see law students in court
Good Luck NMMU First Years
Almost 6 000 first years plus newcomers will be welcomed on the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) campus on Saturday, 26 January 2013. The anticipated 5 700 first years include those starting new programmes like the one-year Higher Certificate in Pharmacy Support qualification, higher certificate in Business Studies, diploma in Chemical Processing and four-year Dietetics degree. NMMU is the first university in South Africa to train Pharmacy Technical assistants and a … [Read more...] about Good Luck NMMU First Years
NMMU give Southern Kings a good run for their money
Yesterday, 21 January, the Southern Kings won their first warm up match against Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, 28 to 12 at the final whistle. The match, played at the NMMU, was divided up into quarters of twenty minutes each, with a team rotation at half time, saw the Southern Kings leading 21 to nil after the second quarter. Southern Kings scorers were Andries Strauss, Sergeal Peterson and Wimpie van der Walt, each scoring a try in the first two quarters, and Cornel du Preez … [Read more...] about NMMU give Southern Kings a good run for their money
Prestige Awards to five outstanding South Africans
On Friday 7 December, the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University's Council will present its Prestige Awards to five outstanding South Africans who made significant contributions in the fields of public health, education and the pursuit of justice and equality. The Prestige Award is made to anyone who has rendered distinguished services that have made a significant impact on the wider local community in any field which supports the social and/or educational mission of the university. Human … [Read more...] about Prestige Awards to five outstanding South Africans
Boomtown take Assegai home
Boomtown Strategic Brand Agency has achieved its second award in the same week. Following its CLIO award, last night it was annouced that the agency won an Assegai for its Dream Starter campaign for Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU). A fully integrated campaign, Dream Starter was part of the University’s Open Day 2012 to engage with its potential students, and discover their dreams and ambitions. Interest post-open day was generated using social media, QR codes on posters and … [Read more...] about Boomtown take Assegai home
Marketing Award for NMMU
A campaign in which the dreams of potential students come true, has bagged Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) another award. The integrated "Dream Starter" campaign to encourage school leavers to study at NMMU landed its strategic design agency, Boomtown, a bronze Assegai at the country's top annual advertising and marketing awards in Johannesburg. Video clips of would-be students enjoying their dream careers were posted on YouTube as part of a campaign to engage young people in … [Read more...] about Marketing Award for NMMU
Three Mandela Rhodes scholars from NMMU
Three female students, all in Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University's Health Sciences Faculty, are among the top national leadership award recipients this year. In addition, it's a feather in NMMU's cap to have three students among the final 23 Mandela Rhodes scholars among the hundreds of applicants countrywide. BTech Biomedical Technology student Kegomoditswe Mathobela from Coligny in the North West Province is not only a Mandela Rhodes scholarship award winner, but also this year's … [Read more...] about Three Mandela Rhodes scholars from NMMU
NMMU Netball secures three year sponsorship
SPAR Eastern Cape has reconfirmed its commitment to the development of local women’s sport by extending its sponsorship of the SPAR-NMMU Netball Club for a further three years. This follows the latter’s recognition as Sports Club of the Year at the prestigious Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University Achiever Awards last week. The club won the provincial netball league for a seventh consecutive year with several players and management representing South Africa at international … [Read more...] about NMMU Netball secures three year sponsorship
DASO’s landslide NMMU win
On Wednesday the Democratic Alliance Students Organisation (DASO) won a landslide victory in the student elections at Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University. This is a ringing endorsement of DASO's tenure as the student governing body. In this election DASO increased its seats on the SRC from 11 to 16 out of a possible 21 seats. DASO secured victory on every campus and faculty positions with 7 out of the 8 Oppidani Council seats. The election witnessed the highest voter turnout in the … [Read more...] about DASO’s landslide NMMU win
