ENTERPRISES UNIVERISTY OF PRETORIA
Empowerment and Advancement Through Education and Training
Shifting Knowledge to Insight is the promise by Enterprises University of Pretoria, a training and advisory solutions provider from a leading research university. A dynamic catalyst for innovation and growth, Enterprises UP provides comprehensive skills development solutions for individuals, private companies, and the public sector to help shape the workforce of the future.
Skills development stands as a vital pillar for propelling growth and triumph among African organisations. The convergence of disruptive forces has propelled us into the 5th Industrial Revolution (5IR), framed by the D-VUCAD environment. The 5IR encompasses not just the digital and technological facets of the 4th Industrial Revolution (4IR), but also integrates the essential human factor. D-VUCAD encapsulates the present landscape, characterized by Disruption, Volatility, Uncertainty, Ambiguity, and Diversity.
The only way businesses can maintain their competitive advantage in this rapidly changing information immersed world, is to out-think, out-learn, and out-create the competition. Skills development has become increasingly important for organisations and individuals across Africa. As economies evolve and industries become more competitive, it’s essential for employees to continually learn new skills and enhance their abilities.
Enterprises University of Pretoria has been at the forefront of training and skills development for over 20 years, leveraging experts from the University of Pretoria and private sector. Providing a range of scheduled short courses and customised corporate training to meet the growing demands of changing global business and professional environments.
Enterprises UP is committed to providing the best possible learning experience for its delegates. To achieve this, it continually re-evaluates and updates its instructional methods, ensuring that its courses are designed to maximise delegate success rates and prepare them for the future world of work.
Through this approach, Enterprises UP aims to foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills that can be applied in any dynamic and evolving environment, anywhere in the world.
TRAINING SOLUTIONS
Enterprises UP’s Training Solutions is headed by Executive Manager Henry Karow, and he explains that the range of solutions on offer is deliberate and ensures a great product for almost every need in the market.
“We offer an extensive range of courses across 140 disciplines from the nine faculties of the University of Pretoria. Our training programmes are designed to future-proof both individuals and companies”
“Our bespoke solutions are co-developed in partnership with our clients, grounded in the current challenging market environment. We design and create experiences that activate learning and transform leaders at all levels so they can become accelerators of transformation in their organisations”
“We are easily accessible, we have an extensive range of courses with subject matter experts from the University of Pretoria producing our courses, we create tailored and bespoke solutions, and we are very targeted and innovative. We have a global footprint and we are seen as a thought leader in the market,” says Mr Karow.
In 2022, Enterprises UP successfully served around 13,500 delegates with course topics ranging from agriculture and food security to law and human rights. To achieve scale the business has invested in its distribution, catering for traditional in-house learning as well as digital and onsite courses.
“Our goal is to equip individuals with the tools they need to thrive in a rapidly changing world,” he says.
Key reasons to invest in skills development with Enterprises UP:
1. A single point of entry for all training, research and advisory services.
2. Personalised services to achieve unique business and professional development goals. Innovative solutions for targeted training and critical business insight.
3. An extensive African and global footprint.
4. Draw from leading industry experts and South Africa’s finest thought leaders.
Why skills development is crucial:
1. Improved productivity: A workforce can increase productivity by up to 30% through skills development.
2. Enhanced innovation and creativity: Equip employees to develop new ideas for challenges through skills development.
3. Increased employee retention: Employees are more likely to stay with an organisation that invests in their development.
4. Competitive advantage: CPD courses for professionals equip employees with the ability to adapt to changing market demands.
5. Compliance with legislation: Skills development is a legal requirement in South Africa.
6. Addressing skills shortages: Investing in skills development can address South Africa’s skills shortage and improve the overall quality of the workforce.
Enterprises UP offerings include more than 500 career-focused training programmes and short courses that address the specific needs of various sectors and industries. These offerings are carefully designed to tackle the current and future needs of the ever-changing workplace. Whether you are looking to upskill, reskill, or embark on a new career path, Enterprises UP’s training solutions are designed to empower delegates with the necessary knowledge and competencies.
“Our courses are tailored to meet the diverse needs and preferences of our clients. We understand that flexibility is key, which is why we offer various learning formats including contact, online, virtual, and blended learning training interventions,” says Mr Karow, highlighting the fact that anyone can choose the method that best suits their schedule, learning style, and specific requirements.
PROGRAMME IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT
One of the core focus areas for Enterprises UP right now is Project Management. This niche but vital area is helping the business to unleash potential for businesses and individuals. One of the most in-demand courses available today, the Programme in Project Management (PPM) is highly regarded by employers and is delivered effectively by Enterprises UP. In March, the company celebrated its most recent batch of graduating delegates alongside the Graduate School of Technology Management (GSTM) at a ceremony in Pretoria. Currently, Enterprises UP offers a range of project management products for clients across different industry sectors.
“The Programme in Project Management (PPM) has been presented since 1997. With over 180 intakes and continuously updated content, the PPM has gained recognition and respect in the job market, benefiting thousands of professionals in both business and government sectors,” says Mr Karow.
The GSTM at the University of Pretoria is responsible for the academic content of the PPM. At the forefront of project management education in Africa, the GSTM brings together academic excellence and practical relevance. The PPM offers the flexibility of online learning, enabling delegates to study at their own pace and convenience, wherever and whenever it suits them.
The comprehensive PPM curriculum covers various key areas, including project management principles and practices, scheduling, project risk and quality management, procurement and contract management, financial principles, legal aspects, and project management in a business context. Delivered through a user-friendly online platform, each module offers engaging study materials fostering a structured learning experience.
Importantly, the PPM is acknowledged by ECSA, PMSA, SACPCMP, SACNASP and the PMI and this recognition boosts candidate success on course completion with candidates able to apply for professional designation as a Project Manager (PM) conferred by Project Management South Africa (PMSA). PMSA is the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) recognised professional body representing the interests of project managers across sectors.
The exceptional coverage of Enterprises UP is what makes it unique. There are few, if any, that can boast the range, scope, and scale of Enterprises UP, and none that can support academic and theoretical principles with practical delivery. Covering 140 disciplines, with access to 7,500 faculty members and 760 different experts across different courses each year, the company runs 300–600 courses and welcomes around 750 intakes annually. International exposure is also an important separator for the company, active in 26 countries and attracting 5,000 delegates from outside of South Africa’s borders.
“We cover everything from how to safely blast a mine to how to perform surgery on a baby – that is what makes us different from the regular training providers in the market,” says Mr Karow.
Enterprises UP continues to deliver on its promise of Shifting Knowledge to Insight. Get in touch today to advance and develop your human assets and propel your business forward alongside a partner with unrivalled expertise.