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Fast-track your management skills in real time and real life

Henley's unique qualifications stairway in Management Practice helps working South Africans advance their management skills and gives companies a massive boost in capability and talent. We offer flexible programmes from post-matric to master's level that you can study while you work. Gain lifelong motivation and see your skills surge forward as you build your career, your organisation, and your country.

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NQF 5

Higher Certificate
in
Management Practice

LIFT!

120 Credits

1 Year Qualification

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NQF 6

Advanced Certificate in Management Practice

RISE!

120 Credits

1 Year Qualification

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NQF 7

Advanced Diploma
in
Management Practice

SOAR!

120 Credits

1 Year Qualification

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NQF 8

Postgraduate Diploma
in
Management Practice

PGDip

120 Credits

1 Year Qualification

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NQF 9

The Henley International
Master of
Business Administration

MBA

200 Credits

2,5 Year Qualification

Post-Experience Undergraduate Programmes

LIFT! Higher Certificate in Management Practice

NQF 5

LIFT!
Higher
Certificate in
Management
Practice

SAQA ID: 102107

Become recognised

Gain recognition in the workplace with this year-long accredited programme, designed to equip you with essential skills for effective self-management and prepare you for managing others.

  • 1Embrace systems thinking to understand how business works
  • 2Enhance your people skills by learning to effectively work with teams
  • 3Understand the role of innovation and change in business
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RISE! Advanced Certificate in Management Practice

NQF 6

RISE!
Advanced Certificate in Management Practice

SAQA ID: 98868

Become a forward-thinking professional

Becoming a confident, persuasive, and impactful communicator and set yourself apart as a leader in your field with this diploma-level qualification.

  • 1Master the art of effective communication and presentation skills
  • 2Master the art of strategic operations management through hands-on simulation in real-world scenarios
  • 3Understand the impact of change on people and the importance of managing change effectively to achieve sustainable results
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SOAR! Advanced Diploma in Management Practice

NQF 7

SOAR!
Advanced Diploma in Management Practice

SAQA ID: 117034

Become a leader with purpose

Hone your purpose and transform your role to focus on strategic management excellence with this degree-level qualification.

  • 1Learn how to run your business more efficiently by mastering business simulation tools
  • 2Understand how the concepts of shared value, customer centricity and sustainability are applied into business operations.
  • 3Transform your business in the digital era by understanding the future world of work focusing on IoT, AI and Data
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Postgraduate Programmes

Postgraduate Diploma in Management Practice

NQF 8

Postgraduate Diploma in Management Practice

SAQA ID: 97814

Step up to lead

So you have a degree and now you want to be recognised? The superpower for leaders and executives is the capacity to manage well and get results through others. To deal with complex problems, to think systemically, and to gain self-knowledge and confidence. That's hard to learn and often learned the hard way. With our unique Postgraduate Diploma in Management Practice, you learn the skills of leadership and management to allow you to get things done. Be recognised as that person whom everyone can rely on to be proactive, organised, effective - and a leader. Make a difference in your life and career - and allow your abilities and confidence to speak for you.

  • 1Achieve personal mastery
  • 2Learn to manage difficult conversations and solve problems creatively
  • 3Grasp the nuances of ethical decision-making
  • 4See the bigger picture
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Master of Business Administration

NQF 9

Master of Business Administration

SAQA ID: 97363

Building African leaders who are changing the world

Henley Business School is a powerful, respected, internationally-recognised force for education with an MBA that matches. Our thoughtful, executive-level, and professional approach creates bold thinkers and authentic leaders, who can make a difference to Africa and the world. Aim high with an MBA from a global, quadruple-accredited business school, with campuses in the EU, the UK, Asia, and Africa. Henley was ranked 20th in the world for combined open and customised education by the Financial Times (UK) in 2023, the highest ranked of any business school accredited in Africa. An MBA for those who want the best for themselves, their families, their businesses - and their societies. The Henley MBA is a Movement for Building Africa, too.

  • 1Learn to overcome complex problems
  • 2Lead skilled teams with confidence
  • 3Build business and personal success with our family-friendly, quadruple accredited, globally recognised MBA
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Welcome to our short courses. 

Our impactful short courses cover a range of business essentials from finance, AI and data-driven leadership, and strategic sales, to high-impact communication and personal mastery. Each programme is designed to support you, a working professional, in strengthening your skill set and ensuring you remain competitive in the rapidly changing world of work.

You can gain practical skills such as how to forecast market trends, optimise operations and tailor marketing strategies to consumer behaviours. A certificate from Henley Business School, a top-ranked international business school, will also bring professional recognition and confidence, plus you’ll become part of an exclusive global community of almost 100,000 Henley alumni.

Short Courses

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High Impact Communication

In this communication master class, you’ll learn how to influence others and create powerful and compelling pitches and presentations through the art of data-driven storytelling.

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Finance for Non-Financial Managers

Finance for Non-Financial Managers

Empowering non-financial managers to make informed strategic financial decisions in a fast-changing environment. This programme will build your business acumen and your confidence in talking about finance.

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Personal Mastery

Personal Mastery

Unlock your potential with Henley's signature course praised by thousands of graduates, now available as a standalone programme.

This is the programme that is most likely to change your life and to set the foundations for an excellent career.

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Strategic Sales Leadership

Strategic Sales Leadership

Elevate your sales leadership to master strategic decision-making and drive exceptional sales performance. South Africa is short of good sales team leaders. Learn these skills here and take advantage of the opportunity offered by this talent gap.

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Innovation and Design Thinking

Innovation and Design Thinking

Harness the power of design thinking to supercharge creativity and drive innovation.

Creativity, Innovation and imagination have often been described as the superpowers of the careers of the future. Give yourself a powerful advantage by developing your innovation insights.

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AI-SML

AI and Data-Driven Leadership: Navigating Digital Transformation

Empower your team with AI and data-driven strategies for transformative business impact.

This programme is a must-have for all managers with serious career aspirations.
The programme emphasises building practical skills for integrating AI and data into everyday executive work and decision-making, supported by industry expert insights.

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Cybersecurity Leadership Essentials

Cybersecurity Leadership Essentials

One of the biggest myths is that cybersecurity is merely an IT issue, to be addressed by technology specialists.

Decisions about cybersecurity have ramifications across an organisation, affecting every individual. Thus, there is a role for each person to play in maintaining the security of the organisation.

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Future-proof your Healthcare Practice

Future-proof your Healthcare Practice

Embracing technological change to optimise patient care and outcomes.

Technology is transforming healthcare and is offering enormous advantages for professionals who run healthcare businesses. Learn how from a range of leading experts in the field.

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Fly With Confidence

Fly With Confidence

The Fly with Confidence short course tackles flight anxiety by sharing a blend of knowledge and mental health tools.

It begins by demystifying the science of flight, explaining what causes turbulence and highlighting aviation's safety record. Participants learn techniques to manage anxiety triggers, practice relaxation methods, and reframe negative thoughts

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