The purpose of this short learning programme is to provide the student with the knowledge and skills to identify the different phases in the information life cycle, distinguish between the different types of information sources, and be familiar with information legislation and management principles. A student is equipped with the necessary competencies and skills to apply technology associated with the Internet, World Wide Web (WWW) and search engines for basic information management purposes.

The purpose of this short learning programme (SLP) on Personal Information and Data Protection is to introduce students to the concepts of data protection compliance in business within the private and public sectors in South Africa. By identifying how companies can successfully implement Privacy and Data Protection, ensuring compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). The key focus of this SLP is the creation of a Privacy and Data Protection strategy by organisations, aligned with the organisational business objectives and corporate strategy, as well as to explore best practices regarding Privacy and Data Protection policy drafting and implementation in South Africa.

The purpose of this short learning programme (SLP) in Social Media Knowledge Management is to introduce students to the concept of social media information management from a business perspective, by investigating how companies successfully disseminate and gather information through social media. The SLP focuses on the creation of a social media information management strategy, aligned to an organisation’s business objectives, as well as to explore best practices regarding social media information management policy drafting and implementation.

The purpose of this short learning programme is to equip the student with the necessary knowledge to identify the characteristics of a knowledge economy in the 4IR to be able to have a comprehensive understanding of the knowledge economy and intellectual capital as a key commodity in a knowledge economy. You will be able to describe the importance of knowledge-intensive activities in wealth creation; show cognisance of the problems, issues and opportunities of developing countries moving towards a knowledge economy; and have the necessary skills of knowledge workers to contribute to the workplace in the knowledge economy.

The purpose of this short learning programme on being a responsible digital citizen is to provide you with skills and enhance values on how to navigate and participate in online spaces responsibly, ethically, safely, and effectively. This will prepare you as a professional and a conscientious member of a global society who can make informed decisions about your digital footprints and shadows.

This free short-learning programme for the public on Artificial Intelligence in the 4IR introduces you to artificial intelligence (AI), its applications, and its implications for society and the future of work in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). Those most prepared for the future will be best prepared for change and positioned to lead change. Artificial Intelligence in the 4IR encourages you to reflect on your role in a world being transformed by AI-driven technologies.