NETWORK UPDATE
There are more than 17,000 students enrolled at NUST, of which around 4,500 are postgraduate students and 12,500 study at undergraduate level. Supported by around 500 faculty members, the university delivers a total of 175 qualifications, encompassing 48 bachelor’s, 42 master’s and 12 PhD programmes. The university’s graduate business school takes its name from its late benefactor Harold Pupkewitz, a widely regarded Namibian entrepreneur and businessman who was born in present-day Vilnius, Lithuania. HP-GSB now runs its own consultancy service, with a focus on building sustainable competitive advantage and driving positive societal impact. In addition, the school’s Entrepreneurship Development Academy provides online and face-to-face courses for both students and the general public on a range of topics in relation to building skills and promoting entrepreneurial cultures and mindsets.
What led you to join the BGA network and what has membership meant for your school since joining? “HP-GSB joined the BGA network to enhance our global outreach and strengthen our commitment to academic excellence. We anticipate that this membership will provide us with valuable resources, networking opportunities and best practices from leading business schools worldwide. “By collaborating with BGA, we expect to elevate our programmes and align them with international standards, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Ultimately, being part of the BGA network will position HP-GSB as a key player in the global business education landscape, helping us attract diverse talent and further our mission of shaping leaders for a better tomorrow.” How would you describe your school’s unique selling point (USP) to other members of the BGA network? “Our USP is our commitment to shaping leaders for a better tomorrow. Since our establishment in 2010, we have focused on developing skilled business leaders who are responsible citizens dedicated to ethical practices and sustainable development. “With a diverse faculty offering global insights, the school emphasises experiential learning and leadership development. Joining the BGA network aligns with our mission for high-quality education and reinforces our dedication to better serve our students and the broader business landscape.” Head of Marketing, Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business Vehonga Ndjitaviua
175 Total qualifications available at Namibia University of Science and Technology
2010 Date of Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business’s establishment 3
Number of academic programmes on offer at the business school
17,000 Students enrolled at NUST
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Business Impact • ISSUE 4 • 2024
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