TRAINING CALENDAR 2024

COURSE OVERVIEW

In recent years, the context of businesses and society has evolved significantly. There is a growing recognition that businesses cannot operate in isolation from the communities and societies in which they operate. Understanding community stakeholder engagement within the broader ambit of social impact management in socially complex environments, has become increasingly important for businesses globally. This course provides students with an introduction to the required knowledge, methods and tools for establishing and sustaining positive relationships with local communities and project stakeholders. 

What you will walk away with:

• An opportunity to network and debate with delegates from different industries and functional areas from across sub-Saharan Africa.
• Practical on-the-ground experience with a post-programme assignment which ensures that learning is implemented back in the workplace. 
• An understanding of the factors influencing stakeholder relations and community engagement. 
• The ability to assess the risks and opportunities associated with different levels of community support and stakeholder relations. 
• Various approaches to stakeholder identification, mapping and analysis based on the project context.  
• Techniques to design effective stakeholder engagement plans. 
• Skills required for effective communication and engagement. 
• A deeper understanding into the causes of conflict and methods for managing conflict. 
• Access to the vast UCT GSB global alumni community.

Minimum Requirements:

• National Senior Certificate, NQF 4 or equivalent 
• English proficiency

Who should apply:

Entry to mid-level social impact professionals.