Dr. Conrad Hein Brand

Facilitate MBA-level courses in Human Resource Management, guiding students through complex concepts and practical applications.

Assess MBA assignments and projects, providing constructive feedback to ensure high academic standards and student success.

Quality assured and monitored educators' facilitation of learning for allocated modules, ensuring alignment with program intentions and academic calendars.

Managed the timely upload and quality assurance of teaching, learning, and assessment collateral onto learner management systems.

Oversaw and ensured timeous responses to student queries and appeals via various channels, enhancing student support and satisfaction.

Coordinated and managed internal and external moderation processes, including the appointment of external moderators and examiners, upholding academic standards.

Managed comprehensive grading and moderation of all assessment events (formative, summative, supplementary) across modules per academic calendar.

Supervised a DBA student, providing guidance on research methodology and thesis development.

Served as External Moderator for MBA Operations and Technology Management, ensuring academic rigor and fairness in assessment.

Acted as External Examiner for MBA Theses, upholding quality standards for postgraduate research.

Reviewed BCom and BCom Hons qualifications in Strategic Brand Management, ensuring alignment with industry standards and NQF requirements.

Provided expert recommendations for curriculum enhancement and quality assurance of brand management programs.

Served as Module Quality Reviewer for B.Soc.Sci.Hons in Business Management and Organisational Management and Leadership (NQF 8).

Developed assessments for B.Soc.Sci.Hons in Business Management, ensuring alignment with learning outcomes.

Acted as an External Moderator for B.Soc.Sci.Hons in Business Management, including WIL Modules, upholding program integrity.

Graded modules including Business Management 3, Business Project, and Advanced Marketing Application Report, ensuring fair and accurate assessment.

Supervised 30 postgraduate students for B.Phil (Hons) Marketing Management research reports, guiding their academic progress.

Moderated over 10 business and project management modules, including IT Software Project Management and Financial Management, ensuring consistent academic standards.

Served as an External Moderator for key modules like Effective Communication and Public Relations, and Human Resource Management, validating assessment quality.

Contributed as a Program Advisory Committee Member for the Faculty of Business and Management (2021-2024), influencing curriculum strategy.

Facilitated online BBA Project Management and Higher Certificate Management courses, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.

Contributes to qualification development and learning guide design, ensuring alignment with industry standards and pedagogical best practices.

Performs quality assurance for academic programs, maintaining high standards for content and delivery.

Facilitates and assesses various courses, supporting student learning and achievement.

Developed MBL modules in Business Leadership, Corporate Governance, and Ethics, enhancing the curriculum with contemporary content.

Supervised 2 PhD students to successful completion, guiding their research from proposal to defense.

Facilitated and assessed courses in Innovation Management and Technology Management, fostering critical thinking and practical application.

Contributed as a member of the Higher Degrees Research Committee, ensuring academic rigor and quality in postgraduate programs.

Co-supervised Mr M. Reijnders (MBA) on his research investigating 'The impacts of Supply Chain disruptions due to the SARS-COVID-19 pandemic on the fast-moving consumer goods industry in Bulgaria'.

Reviewed academic programs as an External Program Reviewer, ensuring quality and relevance for BCom (HRM) and HC HRM qualifications.

Taught modules including Management 3 MGM3112 and Business Research BSR3147, enhancing student learning.

Developed an NQF Level 6 module focused on Innovation and Entrepreneurship, enhancing vocational education offerings.

Designed engaging and relevant course content to foster entrepreneurial skills and innovative thinking among students.

Developed comprehensive MBA modules in Strategic Leadership, Business Ethics and Corporate Governance, and Strategic International Business.

Designed curriculum content that integrates theoretical frameworks with practical applications for advanced business studies.

Co-supervised Mr P. Hacker (MBA) on his research into 'The impact of Leadership styles on employee performance' in the Private Higher Education Industry of South Africa, leading to successful completion.

Researched and designed multiple new academic programs and qualifications, ensuring market relevance and NQF alignment.

Supervised academic research for 88 Postgraduate Diploma students (Research Proposal module) and 75 students (Research Report module) from August 2020 to July 2023.

Lectured and facilitated over 10 diverse modules across NQF levels 5-7, including Business Management, Project Management, and Human Resource Management.

Moderated and graded assessments for numerous modules, ensuring consistent academic standards and fair evaluation practices.

Prepared and compiled SAQA and CHE narrative documentation, contributing to successful program accreditation and compliance.

Managed property sales processes from lead generation to closing, consistently achieving sales targets in a competitive market.

Provided expert client consultations, building strong relationships and ensuring transparent transactions.

Applied ethical leadership principles to all client interactions and team coordination, fostering trust and professional integrity.

Successfully completed a PhD concurrently with full-time work, demonstrating exceptional time management and dedication.

Directed all military developmental training programs at SAS Saldanha, SA Naval College, and SA Naval Staff College, impacting a broad cohort of officers and staff.

Oversaw annual revisions of training programs and managed ongoing projects for alignment to the National Qualifications Framework (NQF), enhancing program relevance and accreditation.

Implemented formative and developmental training initiatives, contributing to the professional growth and career progression of military personnel.

Managed comprehensive training administration, ensuring efficient resource allocation and program delivery for various naval institutions.

Participates in professional discourse and shares insights within the management science community.

Stays abreast of current research and best practices in management.

Engages with peers and experts to discuss trends and challenges in design education.

Supports initiatives aimed at improving the quality and relevance of design curricula.

Will lead strategic initiatives for the SABPP Western Cape Executive Committee, fostering professional growth and ethical standards.

Will represent the SABPP at a regional level, engaging with stakeholders to advance HR practices.

Will advise on national learning and quality assurance policies, ensuring high standards for HR education and certification.

Will participate in strategic discussions to enhance the credibility and relevance of SABPP programs.

Will help shape national learning and development initiatives, promoting continuous professional growth for HR practitioners.

Will collaborate on developing resources and frameworks that support the evolving needs of the HR landscape.