Short Learning Programmes

Advanced Course in Thought Leadership for Africa's Renewal (77114)

Duration: Six Months

Language medium: English

Target group:

Professionals in different fields, current and prospective students in centers of higher learning, women and gender activists, civil servants and societal activists

Admission requirements:

A three-year degree or diploma OR
At least 5-years' experience in the public service or as social community leader

Registration periods:

Semester Registration Periods

Course leader details:

Prof Vuyisile Msila
PhD, Education Management; MPhil, Conflict Management and Transformation; MEd, Education Management; MA, Curriculum and Teaching
Thabo Mbeki African School of Public and International Affairs
Public Leadership 0124293658
msilavt@unisa.ac.za

Programme administrator:

Ms Sonja Geyer
National Higher Diploma
Administrator
Thabo Mbeki African School of Public and International Affairs
Office no. 03 - 009
Robert Sobukwe Building
012 337 6013
geyersd@unisa.ac.za

Purpose statement:

The purpose of this module is to empower thought leaders in Africa to contribute towards African renewal in the 21st century and beyond as decision-makers in conflict management. It is suitable for public servants who are preparing for a career in public service delivery, leaders in civil society, who seek to advance their knowledge of peacebuilding and conflict resolution at community level and any citizen of Africa who as peace activists seek to advance their knowledge on peace, conflict resolution and transformation.

Modules:

ITLR22A - Thought Leadership for Africa's renewal

Content: THOUGHT LEADERSHIP, CONCEPTS AND THEORIES Introduction to thought leadership Theories of leadership Contemporary leadership theories: Thought leadership, Africology, Afrocentricity, Africanisation, Ubuntu, community leadership and decoloniality

ITLR23B - Deconstructing the African Vision for Africa's Renewal

Content: The Historical imperative of African Renaissance for current developments The Knowledge Contributions and Achievements of Ancient Africa African Policies, Treaties and Programmes for Africa's Renewal Specific issues for African Renewal

ITLR24C - Decision-making and Conflict Management in an African Context

Content: Decision-making approaches/models/processes for Africa's renewal Indigenous conflict and dispute resolution mechanisms Peace building for organisational and social development