Educational aims of the programme The educational aims of the programme are that the student should: Be exposed to, and develop, a broad range of skills relating to International Transport, Trade and Logistics. Develop the ability to organise thoughts, analyse, synthesise and critically appraise at Masters level. Be able to solve complex problems through the creation, identification and evaluation of options. Analyse a range of case study organisations in light of industry best practice relating to sustainability. Use qualitative and quantitative methods for the solution of problems in International Transport, Trade and Logistics. Conduct research into Operations Management issues through…
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Unicaf University aims not only to provide quality higher education at an affordable cost through a flexible system, incorporating online learning, but also to contribute to the economic development of communities and to the enhancement of the natural environment. Unicaf University students and staff regularly engage in ‘green’ activities that support, protect and enhance the natural environment. This month, Unicaf University students, academics and staff joined forces with staff members of the Lilongwe Water Board to plant one thousand five hundred trees in Katete farm. The goal of the initiative was to help…
Unicaf University in Zambia celebrated on the 26th of November 2021 the graduation of the second cohort of Master’s students, in a virtual ceremony, observing all Covid-19 safety guidelines. 463 students from 62 different countries successfully completed their degree programmes online, without any disruptions caused by pandemic restrictions. They were awarded the following degree titles: Master in Education, Master of Laws (LLM), Master of Business Administration, Master of Science in Healthcare Management, Master of Science in Managerial Psychology, Master of Science in Web Design and Development. The guest…
Social media marketing (SMM) plays an important role in business communication, marketing, operations, and other activities. There is a growing interest among researchers, academicians, and practitioners to understand the role of SMM in business sustainability in small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in an emerging economy, like India. Few studies have attempted to understand this role. Thus, the aim of this study is to examine the impact of adopting social media marketing for sustainable business growth of SMEs in an emerging economy. The study also investigates the moderating role of SME leadership support on the relationship between SMM usage and sustainable…
Educational aims of the programme 1. Apply a scholarly approach and up-to-date business knowledge to operate as a versatile, confident, and effective leader in a complex, dynamic working environment. 2. Critically appraise complex problems and situations across functional boundaries in order to develop holistic, integrated strategic responses to organisational and management issues. 3. Prosper as a critical independent learner able to apply and practice principles of reflection and continuous development to positively impact individual and collective performance within the organisation. 4. Synthesise new learning with existing experience to make a positive impact on current context from the start of the…
An MSc Degree is usually the next step after a Bachelor degree. MSc (Master of Science) degrees are taught or research courses, typically one or two years in length – if studied full time. Such programmes are designed to help students specialise in and gain in-depth knowledge and transferable skills about a particular subject of interest. However, international students seem not to be so familiar with the online MSc degrees. Are you wondering why? Some hesitations arise from wrong impressions around the efficiency, quality and content of online learning. Let’s do some myth-busting – read below 6 common myths…
The International Green Gown Awards, supported by the UN Environment, recognise the exceptional sustainability initiatives undertaken by universities and colleges worldwide. This week the Green Gown Awards announced Unicaf University’s nomination for the Sustainable Institution of the Year 2021 Award. The prestigious award nomination acknowledges and celebrates the efforts and achievements of Unicaf University in the areas of environmental sustainability. Unicaf University, Unicaf’s partner university, is a pan-African, independent, internationally recognised institution, offering high-quality academic qualifications. Unicaf University, a proud member of the Association of University Leaders for a Sustainable Future (ULSF), is well-known for its sustainable and environmentally…
In the CEO’s recent statement of commitment (April 2021), Unicaf set out how it intends to have an increased positive impact on the quality and availability of higher education (HE) in Africa and how it will support economic development and environmentally sustainable practices across the continent. More specifically, these initiatives are driven from Unicaf’s head office in Cyprus and its universities in Africa and supported by its wider academic partnerships across the UK and US. Unicaf published its Responsible and Sustainable Business Plan 2021-2025, setting out its targets for the next five years to support the statement of commitment. Taking its lead…