Department of Operations Management
From humble beginnings to academic leadership
Prof Sugandren Naidoo, recently appointed Chair of the Department of Operations Management in the College of Economic and Management Sciences, attributes his drive for self-improvement and academic excellence to his experience as a newspaper delivery boy during his schooling years. Read more.
From humble beginnings to academic leadership
Prof Sugandren Naidoo, recently appointed Chair of the Department of Operations Management in the College of Economic and Management Sciences, attributes his drive for self-improvement and academic excellence to his experience as a newspaper delivery boy during his schooling years. Read more.
Unisa innovator wins another big award
Professor Marcia Mkansi, from the Department of Operations Management in the College of Economic and Management Sciences, claimed first prize in the medical category at this year’s Innovation Hub competition for the Gauteng Accelerator Programme.
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Unisa innovator wins another big award
Professor Marcia Mkansi, from the Department of Operations Management in the College of Economic and Management Sciences, claimed first prize in the medical category at this year’s Innovation Hub competition for the Gauteng Accelerator Programme.
Read more.
Top innovator bags another top award
Unisa’s Prof Marcia Mkansi was awarded joint second place in the European Conference on Research Methodology for Business and Management Studies with her Research Methods Index. Read more.
Top innovator bags another top award
Unisa’s Prof Marcia Mkansi was awarded joint second place in the European Conference on Research Methodology for Business and Management Studies with her Research Methods Index. Read more.
Prolific innovator sets out to clear roadblocks for online retail in SA
"Research and innovation are two sides of the same coin," says Prof Marcia Mkansi, one of Unisa's two "most prolific" innovators of the past five years. Read more.
Prolific innovator sets out to clear roadblocks for online retail in SA
"Research and innovation are two sides of the same coin," says Prof Marcia Mkansi, one of Unisa's two "most prolific" innovators of the past five years. Read more.
Welcome message from the Chair of Department: Professor Sugandren Naidoo
Dear Student
As we step into 2025, I am excited to welcome you to the Department of Operations Management. This academic year promises growth, learning and innovation as we navigate the ever-changing global landscape. With our dedicated staff and cutting-edge curriculum, you have every opportunity to excel in your studies and prepare for a successful career in operations management.
In 2025, we are presented with a multitude of exciting opportunities just waiting to be seized. Whether it is furthering your education or honing your skills, the potential for growth is limitless. One of the opportunities available to you is the 2025 African Operations Management Conference (AOMC). This event promises to be a valuable experience for all attendees and I invite you all to join us there. For more information and registration details, please visit https://www.unisa.ac.za/sites/corporate/default/News-&-Media/Calendar-&-events/4th-African-Operations-Management-Conference.
Each of our students plays a vital role in our Operations Management family, and your achievements are our achievements. Let's work together towards greatness and strive for excellence. The future is bright, and I cannot wait to see what we will accomplish together.
Let's make 2025 our best year yet!
Warm regards
Prof Sugandren Naidoo
Chair of Department: Operations Management
College of Economic and Management Sciences
UNISA
