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Dr Ntombi Mhangwani: A DaVinci Success
What does it take to stay ahead when the world of work is changing so fast? As the DaVinci Institute marks its 20th anniversary, we continue to be a place where many of South Africa’s top leaders have come to grow. With industries evolving and traditional…
Celebrating 20 Years of Co-Creative Engagements
We are about to celebrate the success of our DaVinci graduates on 28 and 29 May 2025, witnessing the applied academic achievements of individuals who have completed their learning journeys at either the undergraduate or postgraduate level. The Journey Was Never Easy Did this happen with…
A DaVinci Alumnus Reflects on the Journey
Alumni Spotlight: Dr Rudolph Phillis As the DaVinci Institute marks its 20th anniversary, distinguished alumnus Dr Rudolph Phillis reflects on how his academic journey with the institution became a cornerstone of both his professional growth and personal development. Completing his PhD in Technology and Innovation Management…
DaVinci Institute And JP Landman Chart 2025
On 17 May 2025, the DaVinci Institute hosted a Networking and Business Meeting, focusing on “The Road to 2025”. This event brought together industry leaders and experts to engage in meaningful discussions about the future of innovation and transformation. Participants looked at the developmental trajectories of…
Why DaVinci’s MBL Stands Out
Although both the Master of Business Administration (MBA) and the Master of Business Leadership (MBL) represent prestigious graduate credentials in business education, they pursue different objectives and study areas. The MBL programme develops strategic leadership skills with a strong focus on transformational thinking and visionary management which…
TIPS Framework Impresses SEMESP Delegates
The DaVinci Institute had a privilege to host SEMESP delegates from Brazil on 06 May 2025, representing higher education providers in Brazil, providing them with a unique opportunity to gain experience about the institute’s approach to entrepreneurship, innovation, and business leadership. The delegates were impressed by…
Knowledge Generation and Future Thinking
As institutions of higher learning, the world has consulted, taken counsel and entrusted the voices emerging from within, for thousands of years. I am not sure whether it was because of the knowledge generated from within or because of the futurist thinking inclinations of such institutions…
A DaVinci Alumnus Ascends to New Heights
Dr Kwanele Ngwenya, a distinguished alumnus of The DaVinci Institute, has taken on a transformative new role, he is now the Group Chief Operating Officer of Nico Holdings PLC. This marks a powerful new chapter in a career defined by excellence, purpose, and a relentless drive…
Equipping Future Leaders Through Business Process Simulation
By Dr Sam A. F. February, Executive: Business Development and Strategic Support These were some of the students who took part in the Business Process Management Simulation class. Their energy, participation, and willingness to engage critically with the learning material made the programme a valuable and…
DaVinci Alumna Redefines Purposeful Leadership
“Leadership is about serving others who can benefit from your knowledge and share theirs with you… being willing to learn from those whom you lead is a gift!” — Paula Krause With these words proudly displayed on her LinkedIn profile, Paula Krause lives her philosophy every…