THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
The Department of Business Management Sciences welcomes you. The Department was established at the inception of the university in 1991. Initially it offered two degree programmes of Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) in Business Management and Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Marketing. A Master of Science in Marketing was introduced in 2004. The aims of the Department were develop management and marketing skills to undergraduate students in the country and the region. Like all Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences programmes, the degree programmes offered were a departure from the general degree programmes offered by the University of Zimbabwe as these are honours degrees focusing on specialist skills to commerce and industry. The Department’s role and contribution to national development was and is to offer specialist skills in Business Management. Since its establishment the department has made tremendous contributions to industry and commerce nationally and globally. As part of the NUST brand, the department introduced the concept of infusing industry/commerce experience during training (an approach that has since been copied by the rest of the universities and colleges in the country) right at its establishment in 1991.
The Department grew to become the second largest unit at NUST after Mathematics and hence it had to split with the formation of the Department of Marketing in 2013. The Department has also managed to develop managers without ‘A’ level subjects through its Management Development Programme (MDP). Through this programme so many employees in industry and commerce as well as the Public Sector have managed to obtain degree programmes without ‘A’ levels and some of these have gone on join lecturing in some of the local universities and colleges. The Department at some stage offered a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) in Human Resource Management and is currently in the process of re-introducing this programme so that Human Resource specialists are also trained to cater for the increased need to develop specialist human capital for the nation, region and the world.
The department’s vision is to become a centre of excellence in producing management and human resource practitioners of the highest calibre.
We develop future managers and human resource professionals for industry, commerce and the public sector.
Our values are:
- Honesty and Integrity;
- Innovativeness;
- Excellence and Diligence;
- Intellectual Freedom;
- Social and Environmental Responsibility.
The department has a team of highly qualified and dedicated team of lecturers who will bring out the best in you as a student. We care for our students’ academic welfare and have also produced international writers through thorough project supervision. If you want a quality degree in Business Management, then study with us and you will enjoy your four years with us.
+263-292-282842 extension 2382/2181
Office Number: Block 6, GD3 Chairperson
GD 4 Secretary (Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences Building).
This interdisciplinary research cluster advances applied research at the intersection of conflict management, ethical governance, and transformational leadership in organisations and community systems. The cluster responds to rising ethical and governance challenges within development projects, community enterprises, and fragile rural economies, particularly those linked to climate adaptation and resource management. A key focus area examines climate adaptation through Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS) and political ecology. Research explores indigenous rain-making practices, wetland governance, biodiversity stewardship, human-wildlife conflict mitigation, traditional grain and honey value chains, and gender-responsive conservation agriculture supported by Village Savings and Lending (VSL) structures. The cluster also investigates conflict dynamics in organisations and community groups, including leadership succession disputes, governance breakdowns, financial accountability conflicts, gender tensions, and resource allocation disputes. Complementing this work is a focus on ethical leadership, organisational integrity, transparency, procurement ethics, and fraud prevention in small enterprises and institutions. Using participatory action research, case studies, and conflict analysis tools, the cluster produces scholarly publications, policy briefs, leadership toolkits, and practitioner training modules that promote ethical governance and sustainable leadership.
Cluster Members:
Lead: Dr. David Foya
2. Human Capital Development & Workplace Transformation
This research cluster concentrates on the strategic management and development of human capital to create productive, inclusive, and high-performing organizations. It investigates how leadership practices, organisational justice, and employee wellbeing influence workforce engagement, performance, and long-term institutional sustainability. Key areas of research include workplace wellness, employees' financial well-being, organisational citizenship behavior, workplace fairness, and positive work behaviors. The cluster also studies talent management processes, including employee selection, retention, compensation systems, workforce diversity, and workplace flexibility. Special emphasis is placed on high-performance work systems and their role in boosting organisational effectiveness and employee dedication. A unique aspect of the cluster examines human capital development within higher education institutions, especially in the evolving context of teaching and learning environments that blend distance, contact, and hybrid modes. The research addresses academic productivity, employability, professional growth, and the future of work in knowledge-intensive institutions. Through rigorous research and policy engagement, the cluster helps improve human resource practices, enhance employee wellbeing, and foster more resilient and adaptable organisations.
Cluster Members:
Lead: Ms. Violence Muchangana
3. Entrepreneurship & Enterprise Development
The Entrepreneurship Research Cluster focuses on advancing research on enterprise creation, small business development, and entrepreneurial ecosystems that drive economic growth and job creation. It explores how entrepreneurship can stimulate innovation, strengthen local economies, and support inclusive development, particularly within emerging and resource-constrained contexts. The cluster investigates entrepreneurial behaviour, enterprise growth strategies, and the challenges faced by start-ups and small businesses in accessing finance, markets, skills, and institutional support. By examining these constraints, the research aims to generate practical insights that support sustainable enterprise development and improve the competitiveness of small businesses. Through research, collaboration, and knowledge sharing, the cluster contributes to stronger entrepreneurial ecosystems and evidence-based enterprise development strategies.
Cluster Members:
Lead: Mr. Mlisa J. Ndlovu
4. Strategic Management, Business Resilience & Corporate Renewal
This research cluster focuses on advancing scholarship in strategic management and organisational resilience in dynamic and uncertain business environments. It examines how organisations formulate, implement, and evaluate strategies to sustain competitive advantage, manage disruptions, and achieve long-term performance. Key areas of research include strategic management processes, business continuity management, strategy monitoring and evaluation, turnaround strategies, and corporate rescue. The cluster also explores innovative business models and organisational resilience, particularly how firms adapt to economic shocks, institutional change, and evolving market conditions. By analysing strategic decision-making and performance management systems, the cluster generates insights that support effective leadership, organisational renewal, and sustainable competitiveness.
Through conceptual, empirical, and review-based research, the cluster contributes to strategic management theory while producing practical knowledge relevant to business leaders, policymakers, and institutions. Its work aims to strengthen organisational adaptability, enhance crisis preparedness, and support evidence-based strategic decision-making in both private and public sector organisations.
Cluster Members:
Lead: Mr. Johnstone Ranganai
Mrs. Thulisile Ronney
Miss Prisca Sibanda
Our Programmes
Undergraduate
Entry Requirements:
Five (5) O level passes including English and Mathematics (A, B, C grades) and any three ‘A’ level passes including one Commercial subject (e.g. Business Studies, Management of Business etc.).
There is room for mature entry for persons who may not have ‘A’ level passes but have suitable or relevant post-school work experience. However, such candidates should have relevant ‘O’ level passes.
Management Development Programme (MDP) graduates also quality to do our degree programme.
The degree fits one into Commerce, Industry and the Public sector including managing non-governmental organisations. One may be employed even in church organisations. Graduates are employable in Human Resource related functions or any administrative position.
Our Staff
Contact Us
+263-292-282842 extension 2382/2181
Office Number: Block 6, GD3 Chairperson
GD 4 Secretary (Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences Building).