The Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences (EMS) is one of Africa’s leading research-intensive economic and management sciences faculties and the largest faculty at Stellenbosch University. Our graduates are known for their academic excellence and ability to integrate into the workplace. We are proud of the many accolades our students and graduates have achieved.
Our professional programmes in Accounting, Actuarial Science, Financial Planning and Industrial Psychology are accredited both nationally and internationally. We offer a dynamic learning environment supported by modern facilities, ensuring a rich academic experience for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Our research tackles real-world economic and management challenges, that influence policy decisions and business practices. These insights are often shared through publications and industry forums, impacting how organisations plan and operate. With strong industry partnerships we host guest lectures that offer our students opportunities to engage with industry, and lead to funding for innovative and necessary projects such as updated learning and teaching facilities that allow us to switch to blended and remote learning solutions should we require it. The proximity of Stellenbosch University in terms of location to industry leaders helps to support this engagement.
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Postgraduate
Postgraduate options include honours, master’s and doctoral programmes which focus on research and professional expertise and offer specialisation in a number of fields.
Undergraduate
Our undergraduate programmes provide our students with a strong foundation that prepares students for diverse career paths in finance, business and industry.
Faculty stories
Opinion and features
World Environment Day highlights importance of sustained climate action
AI and climate change, climate apathy and environmental amnesia, climate change as a health emergency, and environmental protection. These are the issues that...
Economy, business and public management
From computer lab to community asset: EMS donation extends impact beyond campus
Retired computers from Stellenbosch University's Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences are helping to advance education, skills development and...
Economy, business and public management
Building Futures: Students Inspire Grade 12 Learners at Career Workshop
A group of BCom Honours students in Industrial Psychology recently spent their Saturday morning making a meaningful difference in the lives of Grade 12 learners...
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Open Day
The on-campus (in-person) Open Day will take place on Saturday, 18 April 2026 from 8:00 to 15:00
On our annual SU Open Day, we welcome grade 11 and 12 learners, their parents, teachers and guidance counsellors to our Stellenbosch and Tygerberg campuses. View our exhibitions, attend demonstrations and information sessions, and engage with our faculty staff, all while experiencing our vibrant campuses and student communities and exploring the available housing options.
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