School of Accountancy
Department of Financial Management
Financial Management
The Financial Management programme at the University of Limpopo is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in the field of financial management. This comprehensive curriculum covers critical areas such as corporate finance, investment analysis, risk management, financial planning, and strategic financial decision-making. The programme combines theoretical foundations with practical applications, ensuring students gain a robust understanding of financial management principles and their real-world applications. Led by experienced faculty with industry expertise, students benefit from insights into the latest financial trends and practices.Â
Career Opportunities
Graduating with a degree in financial management from the University of Limpopo opens up numerous exciting career paths, including:
- Financial Manager: Oversee an organisation’s financial activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and investment strategies, to ensure financial health and sustainability.
- Investment Banker: Advise companies on mergers, acquisitions, and capital raising activities, helping them achieve their financial objectives.
- Portfolio Manager: Manage investment portfolios for individuals or institutions, making decisions on asset allocation and investment strategies to maximise returns.
- Risk Manager: Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks to protect an organisation’s assets and ensure stability.
- Financial Planner: Develop comprehensive financial plans for individuals or businesses, addressing investment, retirement, tax, and estate planning needs.
- Treasurer: Manage an organisation’s treasury functions, including cash flow, investments, and financial risk management.
- Corporate Financial Analyst: Analyse financial data, create models, and provide insights to support strategic decision-making within a corporation.
- Credit Manager: Oversee credit policies, evaluate creditworthiness, and manage the credit granting process to minimise risk and maximise profitability.
- Chief Financial Officer (CFO): Serve as the top financial executive in an organisation, responsible for managing the financial actions, strategy, and growth initiatives.
- Financial Consultant: Provide expert financial advice to clients on a range of topics, including investment strategies, risk management, and financial planning.
Academic Staff
Sathekge, NE – Secretary | naniki.sathekge@ul.ac.za  | Financial Management |
Chiwenga, L | Lillian.chiwenga@ul.ac.za | Financial Management |
Ismail, S | Shabana.ismail@ul.ac.za | Financial Management |
Ledwaba, NA | Nthabiseng.ledwaba@ul.ac.za | Financial Management |
Lunga, T | Thomas.lunga@ul.ac.za | Financial Management |
Magunda, T | Tawanda.magunda@ul.ac.za | Financial Management |
Makhudhu, K | Khekhethi.makhudu@ul.ac.za | Financial Management |
Masingi, N | Ntiyiso.masingi@ul.ac.za | Financial Management |
Meso, VT | Victor.meso@ul.ac.za | Financial Management |
Ramavhea, G | Gumani.ramavhea@ul.ac.za | Financial Management |
Seanego, M | Matseba.seanego@ul.ac.za | Financial Management |
Sebola, S | Sylvester.sebola@ul.ac.za | Financial Management |
Sebopa P | Phakiso.Sebopa@ul.ac.za | Financial Management |
Sekome B | Blessy.sekome@ul.ac.za | Financial Management |
Sono, M | Musa.sono@ul.ac.za | Financial Management |