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The Institutionalisation of Leadership

Leadership is built through purpose, values, and the institutions that shape people over time. Drawing on insights from the UCT Graduate School of Business Mandela Month dialogue, this piece explores how strategy, culture, and leadership combine to create organisations - and ultimately nations - capable of building a better future.

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Posted on 29 July 2026 by UCT GSB Republished
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Shaping Leaders for Change: Simphiwe Petros on Transformation, Leadership and the GSB MBA

Simphiwe Petros took a leap of faith, leaving his job in Johannesburg to pursue a full-time MBA in Cape Town. With the UCT Graduate School of Business Foundation scholarship and family backing, the risk paid off.

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Posted on 17 March 2026 by Mantombi Makhubele
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International alumnus remains hopeful for change in South Africa

Despite challenges, South Africa continues to be an innovation hub with the capacity to develop the next generation of change makers. The UCT GSB's MBA programme attracts students from all walks of life that want ‘in’ on this journey.

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Posted on 29 March 2022 by UCT GSB Press Office