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A Review Of the Effectiveness Of Personal Development Plans
Effectiveness of Personal Development Plans was the central theme of a study conducted by John Mackrill at The DaVinci Institute, which examined how Personal Development Plans (PDPs) shape the experiences, skills, and retention of millennial managers at Nestlé South Africa. Millennials, those born between 1982 and…
DaVinci Alumna Ntombezodwa Mnisi: A Journey of Hope
Content note: this testimonial touches on a serious mental health struggle. If you are finding things difficult, you can call the South African helpline 0800 567 567 or SMS 31393 for support. From a young age, The DaVinci Institute’s Higher Certificate in Management of Technology and…
Key Insights From The SABSA Alumni Forum
What makes an alumni event transformative rather than transactional? This was the central question explored at the recent MBA Alumni Forum, hosted by the South African Business Schools Association (SABSA). The gathering brought together alumni representatives from across the country to reflect on the evolving role…
The DaVinci Institute Celebrates President Edward Kieswetter’s Technology Leader Award
The President of The DaVinci Institute, Edward Kieswetter, has been recognised with the Technology Leader Award at the Digital Public Service Awards. This honour is not only a celebration of his leadership, but also a moment of pride for our entire institution. At The DaVinci Institute,…
South Africa’s Path To Economy Revival and Industrial Growth
The DaVinci Institute is proud to announce that Sinikiwe Matsa, Business Development Manager: Corporate Education, has published a thought leadership article in Business Day on revitalising South Africa’s economy. Her piece, “South Africa needs reindustrialisation to revive the economy,” addresses the critical decline in South Africa’s…
From Broadcasting To Coaching: Why Mapaseka Mokwele Chose The DaVinci Institute For Her Doctorate
At the DaVinci Institute, many doctoral candidates arrive with impressive professional backgrounds that enrich their academic journeys. One such candidate is broadcast veteran Mapaseka Mokwele, who began her career in media before transitioning into coaching and leadership development. Now, she is pursuing a doctorate with a…
Exploring The Usefulness Of Uplift Modelling In Direct Marketing
Direct marketing remains a crucial strategy for fostering customer relationships and minimising attrition. However, with increased consumer power, technological advancements, and the saturation of marketing messages, organisations face growing pressure to adopt more contextual and customer-centric approaches. Cindy-Lee Mayes’ dissertation examined whether uplift modelling can offer…
Managing Agriculture Business: Lessons In Planning And Organising
At The DaVinci Institute, learning is not confined to lecture halls. It is brought alive through real conversations, lived experiences, and practical reflection. In this agricultural management session, participants were guided by our Executive: Business Development, Dr Sam February, to explore how the principles of business…
Success Of Business Incubation Support Amongst SMMEs In South Africa’s Tourism Sector
Small, medium, and micro-enterprises (SMMEs) are widely recognised as engines of economic growth and job creation, particularly in developing economies like South Africa. Within the tourism sector, these enterprises are central to employment generation, poverty reduction, and sustainable development. However, despite various forms of support, many…
CHE Resubmission For Higher Certificate Qualification And Productive Session On Self-Evaluation Report
Last week, our governance and quality activities included a resubmission to the CHE, following some amendments required for our Higher Certificate qualification. The amendment entailed adding more content to the higher certificate’s international comparability, as well as tightening the qualification’s assessment strategy and criteria. We also had…