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"To this end, I am delighted to announce that, as the Chair, we
will soon be introducing several exciting online and contact
programmes. One of which is a unique fully online Higher
Certificate in Retail Business Management." said Dr Stiehler-
Mulder.

Vice-Chancellor Prof Marwala addressing guests

University of Johannesburg’s Vice-Chancellor Professor Tshilidzi
Marwala focused his address on the skills revolution for digital
transformation and the shifting retail landscape. Prof Marwala
reflected on the change drivers that have disrupted the retail
landscape including the COVID-19 pandemic and digital
transformation. "Recent reports suggest that technology will
continue to shape the retail landscape. There is a need to
reskill the existing workforce so that they are in line with the new Chairperson of the Governing Body, Colette Wessels
developments. The ability to learn and relearn has become a speaking on behalf of the Gauteng stakeholders
crucial skill in this era."said Prof Marwala. Chairperson of the Gauteng WRLC Governing Body Colette
Wessels said stakeholders welcomed the establishment of the Retail
Reimagining business education Chair as it would contribute towards positioning retail as a career
offerings of choice. Wessels pledged support, on behalf of stakeholders, of
the initiative and planned projects.

Retail Chair, Dr Beate Stiehler-Mulder reflected on some
of the milestones that have been achieved

Retail Chair, Dr Beate Stiehler-Mulder reflected on some of the
milestones that have been achieved since she was appointed as
head of the Gauteng WRLC in 2021 and outlined future plans. W&RSETA SPPE Executive, Deborah
"One needs to reimagine business education offerings and explore Machard rendering closing remarks
how the sector can extend its reach with a fresh and exciting In her vote of thanks address, the W&RSETA Strategic Planning,
approach," says Dr Stiehler-Mulder. She mentioned that her key Performance and Evaluation Executive, Deborah Machard,
objective is to uplift, develop and ensure the professionalisation thanked the guests and stakeholders for their commitment to skills
of the retail industry. She added that the appropriate set of skills is development in the Wholesale and Retail Sector.
crucial for industry growth.
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