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The Minister of Higher Education Science and Technology from the Republic of South Sudan visits BAC

BAC WINS Best Overall Exhibitor & 1st Prize Local Public Institution Awards at the 2017 BHRDS fair & career clinics

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BAC NEWSLETTER ISSUE 03 JANUARY - MARCH 2017 I 2

CHIEF EDITOR’S FOREWORD

AS WE START THE NEW YEAR, OUR MINDS ARE FILLED WITH EXCITEMENT OF NEW ASPIRATIONS AND TARGETS, SOME OF US HAVE A LONG TO DO LIST CRAFTED WITH CONFIDENCE AND ENTHUSIASM.

Whatever plans we have for 2017, let them be our hallmark to

personal and professional growth. To the BAC team, we made

tremendous achievements in 2016 and this new beginning gives

us an opportunity to take BAC to greater heights.

I wish the team and management a fruitful year ahead as we

embark on our journey. The year 2017 started off with a splendor,

having BAC honored with the PMR Africa Golden Arrow Award

on January 30th, 2017 at the Cresta Lodge. This was the second

time BAC won the Golden Arrow award which was first won in

2010. It is also a time to start off student recruitment campaigns in

anticipation of the Class of 2016 Botswana Government Certificate

of Secondary Education, A-levels and other certificate exam results.

The 2017 promotion commenced in Francistown alongside the

inaugural Botswana Human Resource Development Council

Career and Skills Fair which was embraced by the Francistown

community with great warmth.

At the end of the week BAC held its first Open Day in Francistown

at the Francistown College of Education premises which will be

BAC’s new home soon. The event was officially opened by the

newly elected Deputy Mayor Mr Godisang Radisigo as the key

note speaker. Some of the dignitaries included the member of

parliament for Francistown East Honourable Ignatius Moswaane,

Honourable Councilors, the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry

of Tertiary Education, Research, Science and Technology Dr

Theophilus Mooko, the BAC Board Chair Dr Shabani Nzdinge and

parents.

This momentous event was preceded by the special and official

visit by the Minister of Higher Education Science and Technology

from the Republic of South Sudan, Hon. Justice. Yien Oral Lam

Tut’s and his entourage. The BAC management welcomed the

South Sudan delegation at the main campus for a benchmarking

and identification of collaboration opportunities.

For the first time, we celebrated excelling students across the

different disciplines to motivate them to continue with their

dedication as well as to inspire other students to do better in

their studies. These awards were offered to the best student per

programme of study and academic year at the Gaborone Campus,

the Francistown Campus awards are yet to be held.

The cherry on top of this quarter has been the wining of the

Botswana Human Resource Development Career and Skills Fair

Overall Exhibitor and Best Public Institution Awards. For us it’s

a symbol of collaboration, teamwork, commitment and the

passion exuded by the BAC team as they confidently showcased

institution’s product offering. The design of the stall and

demonstrations were inspired by the fair theme, ‘Guidance for

Human Resource Development. A Gateway towards diversifying

Botswana’s Economy”.

The theme resonates with our mandate for human capital

development and promotion of entrepreneurship as an avenue to

diversify the economy through nurturing and facilitating initiatives

for business start-ups which lead to employment creation.

We have a lot more to share with you on staff movement, research

and a whole lot more.

I would like to welcome aboard the new editorial team and thank

them for their invaluable input. Till the next issue, enjoy the read.

Mpho Victoria Mokgosi

Mrs. Mpho Victoria MokgosiHead of Marketing and Corporate Communications


EDITORIAL TEAM

Mrs. Mpho Victoria MokgosiHead of Marketing and Corporate Communications

Martha Moribame-TabaneMarketing Manager

Mpho BatsietsweStudent Support & Welfare Officer

Tshepo MontshiwaSenior Administrative Assistant

Rosemary O. SiangaSystems Projects Accountant

Mogomotsi V. PetoroMarketing Officer (Temp)

Nametsegang MothupiLecturer - School of Finance & Professional

Studies

Gofiwa MasokwaneAdministration Assistant - Centre for Corporate Learning and Leadership

Monei G. NthebolanSenior Administration Officer - Post

Graduate Programmes

Gaongalelwe KgomanyaneSenior Administration Officer - School of

Business & Leisure

Otlogetswe LebangIT Technician

Tendai R. Chandigere Lecturer - School of Computing &

Information Systems

Refilwe TlameloMarketing & Corporate Communications

Officer

Masego KgosidialwaQuality Assurance Officer

Lorato PaulInternal Auditor

Qaphela K. MoloiAssistant Librarian

Bashaluli N. DzwikitiAssistant Facilities Officer

Patrick MosimanewakgosiHuman Resource Manager


• BAC hosts open day in Francistown

• Official visit by South Sudan Minister of Higher Education Science

and Technology

• BAC WINS best overall exhibitor & 1st prize Local Public Institution

Awards at the 2017 BHRDS fair & career clinics

• BAC at the 2017 Botswana Human Resource Development Skills

Fair and Career Clinics held in Francistown and Gaborone

• Nationwide roadshow

• BAC lectures win 2016/2017 HRDC research & innovation grant

• BAC honoured with PMR Africa - Diamond Arrow Award

• Sport, leisure & tourism research article

• Best student awards

• BAC Student Representative Council [SRC]

• NEW SRC Cabinet

• Meet postgraduate team

• Student Welness Activities

• HR News

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VISION To be a leading Business Science School of choice in Africa and beyond.

MISSION To advance knowledge and skills in business education through teaching and learning, research and community engagement to meet the needs of the economy

VALUES

VISION, MISSION, VALUES

EXCELLENCEContinuous pursuit of highest quality to enable commitment to the mandate of BAC and maintain standards that are globally recognised.

COLLABORATIONWe are committed to working together as a team and in partnership with others for efficiency and effectiveness.

INNOVATIONWe promote generation and implementation of new ideas for impactful change.

INTEGRITYWe uphold moral, ethical and professional principles in our engagements

HUMILITYWe embrace other people’s ideas and opinions and are courteous to others all.


OUR PARTNERS

OUR AWARDS

BAC won 2015, 2016 & 2017 Best Local Public Institution awards at the Botswana Human Resource Development Skills Fair & Career

Clinics and 2016 PMR Africa Diamond Arrow Award.

GLOBAL PROFESSIONAL AWARDS

Platinum Partner

Premium Learning Partner

Approved Tuition Provider

Partner in Learning - Higher Learning Education

PMR Africa Diamond Arrow Award

PARTNERSHIPS


Dubbed “The city of everything precious”, Francistown has become the hub for potential opportunities with also infrastructural developments hence the aspiration of BAC to take on such meaningful approaches. The Open Day was held with the objective to create awareness about BAC and its wide range of business and professional programmes which are relevant to the labour market in the current economy.

Upon his welcome remarks at the BAC Open day official

ceremony, Deputy Mayor of Francistown Mr Godisang

Radisigo expressed joy that history is being made on

BAC’s first ever Open Day in his City. He indicated that

the event will go a long way in ensuring that the entire

Francistown Community especially the informal sector,

become fully aware of available opportunities offered

through various institutions within the city that have

the potential to help them grow further and become

more economically sustainable; as individuals and

businesses.

On his part, The Permanent Secretary to the Minister of Tertiary Education Research Science and Technology, Dr Mooko highlighted

that the institution’s management seeks to grow relations with all stakeholders in the city as they believe that successful education of

the youth can be truly achieved through collective efforts of the Government, parents, BAC and the business community within the City

and surrounding areas. “Mo Setswaneng re itse ha kgetsi ya tsie e kgonwa ke go tshwaraganelwa. It is through this fundamental cultural

background that we all come together to contribute towards the development of our youth to shape future leaders and self-sustainable

generation to grow and diversify our economy.” Dr Mooko cited.

The BAC Executive Director Ms Serty Leburu expressed excitement to the new opportunity to move to a bigger campus and join

BOCODOL at the Francistown College of Education premises. She asserted that it is indeed a great move in growing the number of

students in Francistown Campus. “BAC is a business school set up to contribute towards the human capital development in Botswana

and beyond. With over two decades in operation, we strive to produce market ready graduates who have the necessary skills and

expertise to contribute to employment creation, by setting up their own enterprises through their innovative ideas to create jobs for

others, or by imparting their skills and competencies back to the economic industry.” said Ms Serty Leburu

BAC HOSTS OPEN DAY IN FRANCISTOWN

BAC Executive Director Ms Serty Leburu delivering introductory speech

IN AN EFFORT TO EXTEND ITS CONTRIBUTION TOWARDS HUMAN CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT IN THE NORTHERN REGION, BOTSWANA ACCOUNTANCY COLLEGE (BAC) HELD ITS FIRST OPEN DAY IN FRANCISTOWN ON THE 3rd OF MARCH 2017 AT FRANCISTOWN COLLEGE OF EDUCATION.


Ms Leburu further emphasized that the institution was set up to answer

the need to train local professional accountants and have since expanded

the programme portfolio to offer a variety of programmes in Finance and

Professional Studies, Computing and Information Systems, Business and Leisure,

Consultancy Programmes for top up skills as well as Postgraduate programmes.

Some of the programmes offered are developed in-house and some through

strategic collaborations with internationally recognized universities in the

United Kingdom namely Universities of Derby, University of Sunderland and

Sheffield Hallam University. BAC also has strategic alliances with professional

bodies such as the CIMA, ACCA, BICA, AAT, Insurance Institute of South Africa and

Certified Internal Auditor and will be introducing CIPS and additional Masters

programmes in the near future. It was concluded by tour and presentation of

the various programmes at the exhibition stalls.

BAC HOSTS OPEN DAY IN FRANCISTOWN

BAC FRANCISTOWN ACTING CAMPUS MANAGER, MR GAPE MAPLANKA

THANKED ALL THOSE WHO GRACED THE EVENT AND WISHED STUDENTS

WELL, ASSURING THEM THAT LEARNING WITH BAC WILL EQUIP

THEM WITH KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS THAT WILL ENSURE THEY BECOME GLOBALLY COMPETITIVE GRADUATES.

FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: Permanent Secretary to the Ministry of Tertiary Education Research Science and Technology Dr Theophilus Mooko, Deputy Mayor Francistown City Mr Godisang Radisigo and BAC Board Chair Dr Shabani Nzinge

BAC Francistown Acting Campus Manager Mr Gape Maplanka


Botswana Accountancy College hosted the Minister of Higher Education Science and Technology from the Republic

of South Sudan, Hon. Justice. Yien Oral Lam Tut on Wednesday 08 March 2017 at the Gaborone Main Campus. During

this visit, BAC Executive Director, Ms Serty Leburu presented to the Minister, Hon. Justice. Yien Oral Lam Tut, about the

background of BAC, the institution’s strategy and importunities for partnership.

WITH STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT AT THE CENTRE OF BAC STRATEGY, THIS WAS INDEED

A GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR BUILDING RELATIONS AND FORGING PARTNERSHIPS THAT WILL CONTRIBUTE TOWARDS DIVERSIFIED HUMAN CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT IN BOTSWANA, SOUTH SUDAN AND BEYOND.

OFFICIAL VISIT BY SOUTH SUDAN MINISTER OF HIGHER EDUCATION SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Minister of Higher Education Science and Technology from the Republic of South Sudan, Hon. Justice. Yien Oral Lam Tut with BAC Executive Director Ms Serty Leburu during the visit

Minister of Higher Education Science and Technology from the Republic of South Sudan officials with BAC Senior Management


BOTSWANA ACCOUNTANCY COLLEGE PARTICIPATED AT THE 2017 BOTSWANA HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT SKILLS FAIR AND CAREER CLINICS.

The college has over two decades of creating business leaders. As an institution of higher learning, we facilitate career guidance through career fairs during visits to various secondary schools, dikgotla and mass media channels. The BHRDS is one of the platforms we use to raise awareness about BAC and our programmes, to facilitate career advice and administer applications. We are proud to have obtained the 2017 Best Overall Exhibitor and 1st Prize Local Public Institution awards. To us this is a badge of honour, and a demonstration of dedication and excellent team effort from all stakeholders. It is also motivation for the team to continue delivering quality tertiary education and grooming aspiring leaders who will add value to the economic diversification and growth of our Country.

The BAC stall at the BHRDS was designed to showcase both the

theory and practical work through demonstrations of products

to highlight career opportunities for the various programmes

we offer across the various schools. The team consisted of BAC

staff members, current students and Alumni to encourage and

inspire their peers about their learning experience at BAC. There

were exhibitions of alumni commercial innovations to cultivate

an appreciation of entrepreneurship in prospective learners such

that they understand that they can form businesses from studying

various programmes and designing their own concepts.

The youth of this country are our future leaders, therefore they

need to be encouraged to participate in employment creation

through establishing their own companies using the knowledge

attained from school, experience from industry attachment

and understanding of business needs. Hence we design our

programmes in line with national skills requirements and as

well as introduce entrepreneurship into various programmes to

provide students with the expertise to be globally competent

market ready graduates and successful entrepreneurs.

BAC WINS BEST OVERALL EXHIBITOR AND 1st PRIZE LOCAL PUBLIC INSTITUTION AWARDS

AT THE 2017 BOTSWANA HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT SKILLS FAIR AND CAREER CLINICS

BAC Executive Director with BAC Team at the BHRDS price giving ceremony


BAC Executive Director Ms Serty Leburu and the BAC team receiving Best Overall Exhibitor award from HRDC Board Chairperson Mr Batho C. Molomo

BAC AT THE 2017 BOTSWANA HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT SKILLS FAIR AND CAREER CLINICS HELD IN FRANCISTOWN AND GABORONE

Mayor of Francistown Mrs Sylvia Muzila, Deputy Minister, Tertiary Education, Science and Technology Mr Fidelis Molao and HRDC CEO Dr Raphael Dingalo

BAC won Best Overall Exhibitor, 1st prize Local Public Institution awards and platinum sponsor award as a token of appreciation at the BHRDS Fair and career clinics

One of the BAC student ushers interacting with prospective students at the fair

BAC stall at the BHRDS Fair and Career Clinics

FROM LEFT TO RIGHT BAC Head of Marketing and Corporate Communications - Mrs Mpho Mokgosi, Training by EOS Case Study Specialist - Ms Sarah Alcock, Acting Head of School of Finance and Professional Studies - Mr Eugene Mwaba, Training by EOS Case Study Specialist - Mr Neil RussellBAC Student ushers during the fair


There has been a number of elements affecting the education sector such as the national budget cuts, decline in pass rates at secondary level and the rise of private tertiary institutions, therefore competition in the tertiary education space.

THE FIERCE COMPETITION IN STUDENT ATTRACTION AND RETENTION HAS MADE IT NECESSARY FOR BOTSWANA ACCOUNTANCY COLLEGE (BAC) TO ALSO REINVENT ITS STUDENT ATTRACTION AND RETENTION STRATEGIES TO KEEP UP WITH THE EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENTAL FORCES.

The Marketing and Corporate Communications department in

partnership with the Registrar’s office, worked on an integrated

marketing plan that involved the use of various media in reaching

the public for the 2016 Q4 undergraduate recruitment. This

plan saw the team making use of radio, television, print media,

digital and online media. All these were done with great synergy

for the message to be consistent and believable. The theme of

the campaign was to showcase our alumni currently working in

different industries to show the continuity of our programmes.

Additionally, the theme was to answer the much asked question

“How employable will I be after completing the programme?”

The campaign was not only to create awareness, but also to give

prospects and general public assurance of the quality business

education and market ready graduates from BAC.

In order to increase our geographical reach, the team embarked

on a nationwide roadshow where we visited almost every senior

secondary school and main kgotla in Botswana. This was done

to ensure that every eligible candidate is given an opportunity

to apply for entry into BAC. The roadshow also gave one of

the most forgotten segments-the Orphaned and Vulnerable

Children an opportunity to apply to BAC without incurring travel

expenses. As the college we are committed to delivering quality

business education and are most interested in recruiting people

from various backgrounds as this adds diversity to our student

population.

NATIONWIDE ROADSHOW

Mr Letso Dire (Admissions Officer) informing Madiba Senior School students about BAC


THE RECEPTION WAS VERY GOOD IN MOST SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS SUCH AS MADIBA, SWANENG, SELIBE-PHIKWE AND FRANCISTOWN.

Prospective students, teachers and the general public expressed delight in the attempts that the college was making to close

the geographical gap. This was also an opportunity for the college to develop strong and fruitful relations with guidance

and counselling teachers, head teachers as well as regional education officers who are all opinion leaders for the form fives.

Also, the teams had the opportunity to drop off materials such as the prospectus, diaries, wall calendars and merchandise

to create likability for the brand.

This was a successful exercise that will form part of recruitment drive on a yearly basis as the reception was overwhelming.

Live radio interviews at the different locations as well as placing the schedule on local newspapers, the website and different

social media platforms drove the success of this initiative. We would like to encourage all staff members to continue

collaborating in all efforts to drive student enrolment and retention. Only through collaboration can we reach excellence,

one of the college values and continue developing market ready business leaders.

NATIONWIDE ROADSHOW

Mr Boykie Selerio (Lecturer -School of Finance and Professional Studies) at Matsha Senior School enlightening students especially about Finance and Professional Studies programmes

Students at Letlhakane Senior School paying attention to presentation about BAC

Ms Tuduetso Molapi (Marketing & Corporate Communications) giving a presentation about BAC at Matsha Senior School

Ms Kitso Olatotse (Marketing & Corporate Communications) interacting with Madiba Senior School Students

Ms Keitumetse Modisane (Admissions Officer) with Ms Cecilia Ramabu (Course Manager_Advanced Tax) giving a breakdown of BAC undergraduate courses to Tsabong Unified Senior Secondary School students

Mr Letso Dire (Admissions Officer) at Lotsane Senior School assisting, prospective student to fill an application form


BAC LECTURES WIN 2016/2017 HRDC RESEARCH & INNOVATION GRANT

BAC TEAM OF COMPUTING LECTURERS, MR TOM RABALONE, MR GIBSON CHENGETANAI, MR KAGISO MOTSHIDISI HAVE WON 2016/17 HRDC RESEARCH & INNOVATION GRANT OF P50 000. THEIR RESEARCH PROJECT TITLED EVALUATION OF THE CURRENT STATUS OF RECORDS MANAGEMENT/ERP SYSTEM IN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS IN BOTSWANA IS MEANT TO AUTOMATE PROCESSES SUCH AS APPLICATIONS, ADMISSION SELECTION AS WELL AS MANAGE ATTENDANCE AMONGST OTHER THINGS.

Mr Tom Rabalone, Mr Gibson Chengetanai and Mr Kagiso Motshidisi receiving an award from HRDC CEO Dr Raphael Dingalo

“The take-off of the project has been successful, so far we have collected and captured data from BAC and done the analysis. More data

is being collected and the development of the system has also started, the plan is to deliver a report with a full working system early

2018” said Mr Gibson Chengetanai.

The main objective of the Grant Project is to improve the competitiveness of Botswana’s industry and generate the knowledge needed

to transform it from a resource-intensive to a knowledge based economy. The HRDC Research and Innovation Grant Project invites

students and professionals currently registered and/or working for Tertiary Education Institutions (TEI’s) (registered with the Botswana

Qualifications Authority) with emphasis on partnerships with the industry including SMME’s. The HRDC Research & Innovation Grant was

open to all Tertiary Institutions under the theme: PROMOTING THE UPTAKE AND UTILISATION OF RESEARCH OUTPUTS FOR INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT.


BAC received a Diamond Arrow Award rated 4.10 out of 5.00, at the 2016 PMR Africa awards on the 30th January 2017, in Gaborone. BAC received the same award in 2010. Speaking at the event, BAC Executive Director, Ms Serty Leburu said that starting off the year by awarding staff members and institutions as PMR Africa was doing would provide employees and management with renewed energy and focus for months ahead.

According to her, excellence has been embedded in our being and our culture. “This is attested

by how we cultivated and ploughed our fields, stored our harvest, built our huts, took care of

our birds and animals like cattle and goats, to the extent that we branded them for identity

and governance,” she said.

She further encouraged that future generations should continue to be groomed to carry on

the legacy to ensure that even more generations are impacted in future. “It is platforms like

this that should remind us that as businesses and Institutions, we can collectively and hugely

contribute to the growth of the country’s economy,” she remarked.

PMR AWARD LEVELS

• Diamond Arrow: 1st overall and rated at least 4, 10 out of 5, 00 (equivalent to outstanding)

• Gold: 1st or 2nd overall and rated at least 3, 75 (excellent)

• Silver/Bronze: 1st/2nd or 3rd and rated at least 3, 40 (very good)

BAC HONOURED WITH 2016 PMR AFRICADIAMOND ARROW AWARD

BAC Executive Director Ms Serty Leburu

PMR Africa CEO Mr Johan Hattingh

BAC Executive Director Ms Serty Leburu receiving PMR award from PMR Africa CEO Mr johan Hattingh


DOMESTIC TOURISM CHALLENGES IN BOTSWANA: A STAKEHOLDERS’ PERSPECTIVE

AUTHORS

Phemelo Morupisi and Lelokwane Mokgalo

ABSTRACT

The study aimed at identifying and explaining current challenges faced in the development of domestic tourism in Botswana. A review

of recent travel patterns by Batswana shows an increasing outbound movement for leisure purposes. This in itself shows a propensity

to travel which is an antecedent to tourism engagement. However, the good outbound leisure travel numbers have not translated to

domestic tourism consumption. The research used a focus study approach with purposively selected tourism stakeholders to explore

the challenges encountered in the development of domestic tourism. A constant comparative method of data analysis was used to

analyse the data collected. The findings indicated that domestic tourism in Botswana is lacking behind because Botswana has a mono

product tourism offering which is wildlife based and highly priced leaving Batswana with one option of travel which is outbound. The

second finding is that the culture of Batswana generally does not involve travelling for leisure activities because they always have to

be in their farms and cattle posts. Thirdly the policy which advocates for a high value-low volume approach has resulted in high prices

for tourism services in Botswana especially accommodation. In conclusion the study observes that outbound travel by Batswana is

a response to lack of choice locally and recommends diversification to the product offering in Botswana to take advantage of this

market. Education, awareness campaigns and concessionary rates for residents during off-season are also recommended to sensitise the

residents about product offerings within the country and address the affordability issue.

ABOUT THE AUTHORS

Phemelo Morupisi

Presently an Assistant food & beverage manager in one of the hospitality establishments in Botswana. He is a graduate of the Botswana

Accountancy College Tourism Programme offered in partnership with the University of Derby, UK. The author also has interest in

domestic tourism development.

Lelokwane Mokgalo

Lecturer in Tourism Studies at the Botswana Accountancy College. The paper encapsulate the author’s interest in domestic tourism

development as a measure to cushion seasonality and external shocks in the local industry. Other interests are in sustainable and

responsible tourism practices across the different sectors within the industry.

PUBLIC INTEREST STATEMENT

Recent statistics have shown that a growing number of Botswana citizens and residents visit places outside the country for tourism

purposes while in comparison only a sixth of that number visit local attractions. From the perspective of private and public stakeholders

in the industry, the paper looks at the challenges of low domestic participation. It was found that the predominant single wildlife product,

high prices of services in the tourism industry, lack of planning for leisure travel and a culture of low leisure travel are the most factors

challenging the growth of domestic tourism in Botswana. Therefore to address these, diversification into different products, education,

awareness campaigns and concessionary rates for residents during off-peak are some of the strategies that could help improve domestic

travel within the country and help local authorities and businesses tap into this extensive market.

SPORT, LEISURE & TOURISMRESEARCH ARTICLE


It was a momentous occasion on Friday 10th March 2017 as BAC celebrated academic success achieved by 51 students across the various programmes from the School of Finance & Professional Studies, School of Business and Leisure and School of Computing and Information Systems. This truly represents another one of the values as well as the true spirit of BAC - “Excellence” The purpose of the event was to recognise hard work and excellence and to encourage and stimulate a high performance culture within BAC.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE FOLLOWING STUDENTS

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS & LEISURE

ACCOUNTING & FINANCE

Year 1: Magqazana Thandiwe Pearl

Year 2: Ketshogile Galaletsang

Year 3: Ramatebele Lame

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Year 1: Muntuumo Celine Chileshe

Year 2: Mudanga Shatho

Year 3: Mbae Golaolaone Senwelo

ENTREPRENEURSHIP & BUSINESS LEADERSHIP

Year 1: Chauto Mogakolodi

Year 2: Toteng Rebaone

Year 3: Mpelege Tebogo

INTERNATIONAL FINANCE & BANKING

Year 1: Mochuchuti Tavonga

Year 2: Ndlovu Nozipho

INTERNATIONAL TOURISM MANAGEMENT

Year 1: Selelo Mooketsi

Year 1: Moalosi Ponatshego

Year 2: Letshokga Pearl

Year 3: Motlhatlhedi Thato Nicole

INTERNATIONAL HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

Year 1: Masibi Malebogo

Year 2: Sepoya Kealeboga

Year 3: Keaja Gaokgakala

INTERNATIONAL SALOON MANAGEMENT

Year 3: Monanyane Katlego Doreen

BEST STUDENT AWARDS


SCHOOL OF COMPUTING & INFORMATION SYSTEMS

BSC HONS APPLIED BUSINESS COMPUTING

Year 1: Chawawa Jonathan Rufaro

Year 2: Moagi Aone Roy Tefo

Year 3: Tshane Fredrick

BSC HONS COMPUTER SYSTEMS ENGINEERING

Year 1: Kwena Ookeditse

Year 2: Mokoti Kelebogile

Year 3: Kawonza Vernon C

BSC (HONS) BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE AND DATA ANALYTICS

Year 1: Tladi Seloi Bobo

BSC (HONS) MOBILE TECHNOLOGY

Year 1: Moepeng Golekane

SCHOOL OF FINANCE & PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

AAT (ASSOCIATION OF ACCOUNTING TECHNICIANS)

Level 2: Zhang Dandan

Level 3: Mmopi Nlebeleki

Level 4: Sechele Kesebonye

CIMA (CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANTS)

CBA

Sametsi Kgangyapelo

Kgomotso Ramokate

CIMA OPERATIONS

Vicky Joseph

CIMA LEVEL

Thomas Moutsiwi

CIMA STRATEGIC LEVEL

Maatla Leburu

CASE STUDY

Irfan Patel

ACCA (ASSOCIATION OF CHARTERED CERTIFIED ACCOUNTANTS)

Fundamental Skills: Motlapele Melinda

Fundamental Skills: Sopeng Kgomotso

Professional Stage: Mokgethoa Molotsi

BEST STUDENT AWARDS


BEST STUDENT AWARDS


BICA (BOTSWANA INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS)

LEVEL MODULE TITLE NAME

Certificate level Law Itai Dzimiri

Principles of Taxation (Joint Award) Bosa Bontshetse Mooketsi

Tebogo Nkaki

Khumoetsile Molopo

Assurance Sechotlho Goabaone Oprah

Professional level Tax Compliance Mokumako Katlo

Financial Accounting & Reporting (Joint Award) Pono Naledi Joseph

Mohammed Sahil Sidat

Audit & Assurance Olebile Mojiti

Business Planning Taxation Neo Gulubane

Business Strategy Gorata Doreen Gaebepe

Advanced level Corporate Reporting Tshephang Letso

Strategic Business Management Cyril Makole

Mosireletsi Mooketsi Mogotlhwane

BEST STUDENT AWARDS


This semester we saw students taking an active role and participating in the student representative council (SRC) elections more than the school has ever experienced this past couple of years. We had over 25 candidates running for the 11 portfolios available. There were 2 main parties running along with independent candidates who each wanted an opportunity to lead their student companions. The 2 major parties were the Revolutionary Student Leaders (RSL) and Progressive student front (PSF) which saw the RSL winning 9 portfolios and PSF 2 portfolios. The SRC now consists of 3 females which in itself is an improvement from last year.

These elections saw over 500 students voting for the elections

which in retrospect, based on past elections, is a significant

increase. These elections and campaigns engaged the whole

student body where students were interacting and engaging with

their candidates even on the social media platforms. Students

showed genuine interest on who their next leaders were which

was seen in the students massive attendance at the 2 debates

held at Main campus and FFC. The debates offered the Candidates

an opportunity to sell themselves and present their manifestos,

while the students also had the chance to ask questions and

articulate the major concerns to the candidates.

The election process went well with independent external

observers overseeing the whole election process. The elections

were declared free and fair with all the candidates accepting the

results without any queries. The inauguration of the SRC was also

held which saw a smooth transition of power from the previous

SRC led by Tumo Liwambano to the current SRC led by Goitseone

Maikano. The SRC are to be in term for a year until end of February

2018.

In Francistown elections were conducted on the 28th of March

2017 in both campuses, Barclays Plaza and Gerald, from and

counting was arranged for Gerald campus immediately after

closure of polling stations. The counting exercise was led by a

representative from national IEC office together with observers

from IHS, Botho and FCTVE. The elections followed after four

campaigns which are two in each campus and the rest of the

student body was involved. A total of 222 students took part in the

elections which marked a decline from last year’s elections and

from the 11 portfolios 4 were unopposed and it tallies the number

of ladies in the cabinet.

BAC STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE COUNCIL [SRC]

BAC Head of Student Support and Welfare Ms Lorraine Koobokile with SRC Committee


NAME: GOITSEONE MAIKANOPORTFOLIO: RESIDENTPROGRAMME: BUSINESS MANAGEMENT, YEAR 1

BIO A former member of the UNICEF National Children’s Consultative Forum, a back to back Best Pan African Country Debater (2015-2016) and women’s rights activist, Goitseone values dialogue, effective communication and progressive change.

NAME: AOBAKWE NKONIPORTFOLIO: VICE PRESIDENTPROGRAMME: ACCOUNTING & FINANCE, YEAR 3 BIO A young man of principle and virtue, Aobakwe strives to steer the SRC into being a self sustaining body as Vice President, with students being active stakeholders in tackling issues that concern them. Having served as Minister before in the BAC SRC, Mr Nkoni is dedicated to propelling the interests and benefits of the majority.

Apart from his SRC service, he takes pleasure in serving a more spiritual purpose in the Christian Fellowship club in the college. He is a music enthusiast and enjoys bringing laughter and joy to the lives of those around him.

NAME: KATLO NTUTUPORTFOLIO: ADMIISTRATIVE SECRETARYPROGRAMME: BA (HONS) ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND BUSINESS LEADERSHIP, YEAR 3

BIO Highly passionate about entrepreneurship and leadership which pave the way for her to be a role model and an inspiration to the youth at large. She looks forward to support all BAC SRC Council members in achieving their objectives for their respective portfolios as we provide for the BAC student community.

NAME: MPHO BRIGHT SEMOMMUNG POSITION: MINISTER OF ENTERTAINMENT PROGRAMME: ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE, YEAR 2

BIO I decided to take up the responsibilities of Office of Minister of Entertainment, because I believe I could effect positive change in the mind set of students that entertainment only comes in the form of Night Life Activities .

I plan to continue organising the famous BAC Student events to the beat of my creativity a d skillset, serving the needs of the BAC student body as they work tirelessly on their Academics. However, I also plan to introduce Meaningful Entertainment through events that push an agenda of having our students Network with potential Employees to place them in situations where they can secure Jobs whilst pursuing their studies.

NAME: KUTLWANO MARUATONAPORTFOLIO: MINISTER OF GENDER AND SOCIAL WELFAREPROGRAMME: COMPUTER SCIENCE ENGINEERING, YEAR 2 BIO With a keen interest in debate and current affairs in the general sense, Mr Maruatona dedicates himself to observing faults in society and finding ways to solve them. As social welfare minister, he is not only bent on improving the BAC Student experience, but also ensuring that students’ social needs are met so that they concentrate on their studies. Mr Maruatona ‘s major passion in the world of technology, having refined his skills as a programmer from a tender age.

NAME: KUTLO LENKOPANEPORTFOLIO: MINISTER OF HOSTELS AND CAFETERIAPROGRAMME: AAT, YEAR 2

BIO Model and fitness enthusiast Kutlo is driven by his taste for quality in all aspect of life. As Hostels Minister, he is dedicated to ensuring that On Campus students receive the best kind of service throughout their stay in the college. He prides himself with his ability to tackle issues head on and build positive relationships with people in his sphere of contact.

NAME: MELISSA MORAPEDIPORTFOLIO: SECRETARY GENERALPROGRAMME: CIMA, YEAR 4

BIO A part time radio DJ with a passion for business and accounting. A former Administrative Secretary to the 2016-2017 SRC, former Secretary to the Botswana National High School Debate Team and Deputy Head Girl in High school for three consecutive years.

Melissa is no stranger to leadership as she embodies success. A driver

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of excellence, she intends to reiterate the importance of quality service delivery and strives to inspire her peers to take pride in being a BAC students and live to the school motto #WESTANDOUT!

NAME: TSHEPISO MASILONYANEPORTFOLIO: MINISTER OF INFORMATION AND PUBLICITYDUTIES• Student Body Publications Minister and Chief Publicity agent of the

Council and Student Body both internally within the College, and externally.

PROGRAMME: ACCA

BIO An icon in children’s rights advocacy, Tshepiso holds that effective student participation in all relevant matters is key to effectively addressing the holistic needs of students, effective communication being prime. He is thus committed to ensuring open lines of communication between the students, College Authorities and the SRC and creating effective, innovative platforms for communication among the student body.

NAME: KEVIN MOGOMOTSI PATELLAPORTFOLIO: MINISTER OF ACADEMICSPROGRAMME: ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE, YEAR 3

BIO Dedicated to maintaining the good name of BAC academics, Mr Patella is an outspoken, bold young man with a passion for debate and analytic discussion of issues a whole. He hopes to bridge the gaps existing among the four learning centres in the College; Main Campus, FFC, TWIN Towers and BIFM. He hopes to heighten the learning experience of students as Academics Minister.

NAME: BONOLO RADIBEPORTFOLIO: FINANCE MINISTERPROGRAMME: ACCOUNTING & FINANCE, YEAR 3

BIO Multi-talented, highly sociable individual who has interests in cooking and reading. Very active and into sports.

OBJECTIVESThe Finance minister exists for the financial aid of the SRC’s objectives in BAC and all thus matters to that effect.

Also responsible for effective mobilization, allocation and management of financial resources. Establishing and disseminating performance-oriented guidelines and accurate user-friendly financial management information systems. Committed to the pursuit of excellence, transparency, probity and accountability in the management of financial resources.

NAME: AOBAKWE ARTHUR MODISEPORTFOLIO: MINISTER OF SPORT & RECREATION

BIOMr Modise stands as an icon in the area of BAC Sports, serving as second term as BAC Minister of Sports. He has dedicated himself to establishing BAC as a beacon of diversity and excellence in tertiary institution sports, reflecting the excellence it shines in academics. His interests range from playing and organising football tournaments, reading and technology. He hopes to, in his current term of service, establish more sporting codes in the college event with the current challenge of a lack of sporting facilities.

NAME: DITHAPELO B BUSANGPORTFOLIO: ADDITIONAL MEMBERPROGRAMME: ACCA, YEAR 2

BIO An aspiring Chattered Accountant and author, he is concerned about the personal branding and professionalism of students. He believes that it is paramount that students get motivational seminars and interactions with the right people (BAC Alumni and Successful elites) for inspiration to focus and have the zeal to thrive more. He holds a diversity of achievements in his young life having been Head Boy at Selibe Phikwe Senior, a trained Peer Educator, rotary Club Public Speaking runner up, JAB National Competitions Position 2 and an ACCA Volunteer and Biology tutor. His interests range from travelling and reading to discussing controversial issues and listening to music.

ADDITIONAL MEMBERS

NAME: KATLO OTHUSITSE TSHEGOFATSOCOURSE: ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND BUSINESS LEADERSHIP, YEAR 3

BIO I want to assist the council the best way I can especially in entertainment and sports as that is my specialty.

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PRESIDENT

NAME: OLEFILE KGOSANACOURSE: BA (Hons) International Tourism ManagementYEAR: 2ROLES: • To maintain an overall supervision of the of the Council• To be the ultimate Accountable Officer of the Council OBJECTIVES: Combat and unity for academic progress

VICE-PRESIDENT

NAME: KABELO RAMOREKETICOURSE: AATYEAR: 1ROLES: • To report to the Executive Council on the

implementation of Council work and changes in staff disposition

• To initiate policies, review same and ensure their implementation

SECRETARY GENERAL

NAME: TSHEGOFATSO MMAMPANECOURSE: BA (Hons) International HospitalityYEAR: 1ROLES: • To chair of all Council Executive.• To receive and co-ordinate monthly portfolio• To present both a written and verbal report to each

regular Council meetings.

ADMIN SECRETARY

NAME: BALEDZI DIKELEKOCOURSE: International Hospitality Mangement YEAR: 1ROLES: • To ensure ministers uphold their promises to the

students and ensure transparency within SRC• To supervise staff and develop related staffing plans

for the Council

MINSTRY OF FINANCE

NAME: SENEO MISIMICOURSE: AATYEAR: 1ROLES: • To direct and supervise the keeping of proper books of

account of the finances and property of the Council• To supervise the preparation each year by the Auditors

of a Balance Sheet and Statement

MINISTER OF INFORMATION AND PUBLICITY

NAME: PALMER POTLAKOMOLEFI COURSE: BA (Hons) International Management YEAR: 1EMAIL: [email protected]: • To provide effective communication between

management and the student body through different platforms, as well as update students

OBJECTIVES: Formulate adequate transmission of information throughout the campus and external sources.

MINISTER OF GENDER AND SOCIAL WELFARE

NAME: STEVEN MALAKIYACOURSE: BA (Hons) International Hospitality Management.YEAR: 1EMAIL: [email protected]: To struggle for a society that rejects discrimination in

the community.OBJECTIVES: To address and advocate for the interests and welfare

of the students and to liaise with relevant societies on all matters concerning student’s welfare.

MINISTER OF SPORTS AND RECREATION

NAME: ALFRED OTENG BUTALECOURSE: BSc (Hons) Computer Systems Engineering YEAR: 1EMAIL: [email protected]: Taking sports in BAC to the next level.ROLES: • Help students who have the love and confidence of

taking part in sporting codes that will make their future bright and not just themselves but also the school.

OBJECTIVES: Make all possible problems that hinder participation of students in BAC come to an end by trying by all means.

MINISTER OF ACADEMICS

NAME: BODIKANA DIJENG COURSE: BA (Hons) Computer system engineering YEAR: 2ROLES: • To sit in Academic Board meetings• To ensure that all students have enough and relevant

learning materials• To participate in programs and policies that affect

student’s academic affairs

MINISTER OF HOSTELS AND CAFETIRIA

NAME: BOAGO M. J. RAMULACOURSE: BSc (Hons) Computer Systems Engineering YEAR: 1EMAIL: [email protected]: • Coordinating, controlling and attending to hostel-

students affairsOBJECTIVES: Creating a homely environment.

MINISTER OF ENTERTAINMENT

NAME: CARLOS G. NKUDUBANECOURSE: BSc (Hons) Applied Business Computing YEAR: 2ROLES: • To map and bring to life students and my ideas for

entertainment and relaxation in

ADDITIONAL MEMBERS

ADDITIONAL MEMBER

NAME: KITSO MOTLHABANECOURSE: BSc (Hons) Computer Systems Engineering YEAR: 2VISION: To have 50% of the world population utilizing my

initiatives in five years’ time.ROLES: • Support the council and offer additional help to other

portfolios.OBJECTIVES: Assist the council in the best way I can.



MEET POSTGRADUATE TEAM

NAMES: BOIKIE NDAKASALA SPINKS TEMAVILLAGE: NSHAKAZHOGWE (CENTRAL DISTRICT)

KGOTLA/WARD: SUKUDZA

BIO Boikie N.S.Tema is the Postgraduate Studies Coordinator.

He graduated with a master’s degree in Human Resource

Management from Webster University - USA and also holds BA

Public Administration & Accounting degree from the University of

Botswana.

Prior to joining BAC he worked as a Principal Placement Officer at the

Ministry of Education’s Department of Tertiary Education Funding.

He has more than a decade’s experience in the tertiary education

landscape having held various administrative management roles.

His experiences have helped establish a Postgraduate department

and continue to help him contribute immensely to the accelerated

growth of Postgraduate offerings at BAC in collaboration with

international Universities. He is responsible for the management

and oversight of the daily operations of the Postgraduate

Department.

INTERESTSAway from office demands Boikie likes outdoor activities like bush

camping, marathons and farming. He also loves sports especially

soccer and motor sports.

MOTTO“WORK HARD, SMART & RESERVE TIME FOR PLAY”

NAME: MONEI G. NTHEBOLANVILLAGE: SEROWE (CENTRAL DISTRICT)

KGOTLA/WARD: TSHOSA

BIO Ms Nthebolan joined BAC in 2002 in the ICT department. Due

to her versatile nature, her being customer centric and her

love for marketing, she had moved to the Registrar office and

now is in the Graduate Programmes department, where she

is the Senior Administrative Officer. Her duties include: Post

Graduate Students support and administration, Local and

International staff support and administration. Liaison with

International strategic university partners, University of Derby,

Sheffield Hallam University and the University of Sunderland.

She plays a key role in the marketing of programmes both

locally and internationally as well as recruitment. She thrives

on professionalism, efficiency, effectiveness, business continuity

and teamwork in all she does.

INTERESTSCustomer service, Advertising, Marketing, Event Organization

and Management. She also loves volunteer work and has been

volunteering her services since 2000 at the Orange / Kabelano

Charity Cup Tournaments. Over the past few years, her love for

the great outdoors has seen her take keen interest in nature

walks and excursions, also boosting her interest in health and

fitness.

MOTTO“I FOCUS ON SOLUTIONS, NOT PROBLEMS!”


STUDENT WELNESS ACTIVITIES

FOOTBALL FRIDAYS ALL WORK AND NO PLAY MAKES JACK A DULL BOY: Every

Friday afternoon student teams from the different Faculties

meet at the soccer grounds to refresh and socialise through

soccer games after a long week of hard work. This spirit has

bridged the gap mainly between the main campus and FFC

students. The winners pocket P600 and runner ups get P300

and P150. The money is raised by the competing teams.

MEN’S GATHERING

In partnership with ACHAP, the Department hosted a men’s

gathering on the 16th February 2017 for the BAC male students

to raise awareness on safe male circumcision. The gathering

offered the young men a platform to air their views on the issue

and offered suggestions to the ACHAP team on how to mobilise

tertiary students to undergo this safe procedure.

BMI SESSION

On the 9th of March 2017, seventy two students participated in

the Body Mass Index calculation sessions that were conducted

by the College clinic. A health conscious student community:

majority (79.2 %) of the students were within the normal range.

BAC SOCIAL CIRCLE

The SRC organised a get together for the students themed the

BSC (BAC Social Circle). This was for students to interact as well as

for the SRC to try and raise funds for the cabinet.

READY TO WORK AND LIFESKILLS TRAINING

The Student & Welfare department in collaboration with BOFWA,

PCI and Barclays bank, facilitated seminars to provide the youth

with the skills that will help them to transition from the world of

education into the world of work. Ready to Work provides learning

material that will help young people develop work skills, people

skills, money skills and entrepreneurial skills

SOS FUN DAY

On the 25th of March 2017 the department together with the

SRC organised a fun day for the kids in SOS village. The event was

mainly organised to interact with the kids residing at the village

and also strengthen our working relationship with SOS. Some of

the activities among others on the day were face painting, football

five aside, FIFA tournament, marimba and netball.

HIV/AIDS TESTING

The students celebrated Valentine’s

Day in style this year by showing love

through taking up the responsibility

of knowing their HIV status. BOCCAIP

tested sixty five students, the highest

record of students tested in a day so far.



BAC WELCOMES THE FOLLOWING MEMBERS OF STAFF

Mr Thabo Keamogetswe Procurement Manager

Ms Winnie Rakobe Management Accountant

BAC BID FAREWELL TO THE FOLLOWING PEOPLE

Dr. Edmore Chikoh Lecturer - School of Computing and Information Systems

Mr. Morwe Kealeboga Lecturer - School of Finance and Professional Studies

Mrs. Kopano Bogopa Safety Health and Environment Officer

Mrs. Lerothodi Tshekiso Human Resources Practitioner

Mr. Sankara Iyer Gopalakrishna Iyer Management Accountant

Ms. Setho Sethantsho Procurement Officer

Mr. Kenneth Mabote Head of Finance

Mr. Tshepo Gaadingwe Head of Information Communications Technology

& Farewell

HR NEWS


On behalf of BAC, Executive Director Ms Serty Leburuwishes the following staff members a Happy Belated Birthday!

Mr. K. Gobotsamang 01-JanMr. C.N. Kaondera-Shava 01-JanMr. A. Bale 01-JanMr. E. Kelepang 01-JanMr. S. Antone 01-JanMr. O.B. Kelepang 01-JanMr. D. Modisenyane 01-JanMs. M.M. Molaletsi 01-JanMs. N. Sehubanyane 01-JanMr. S. Matoso 03-JanMr. B. Dzwikiti 04-JanMr. D.M. Bokadi 04-JanMs. I. Tshekoetsile 05-JanMr. T.N. Nage 05-JanMs. D. Kerakanetswe 05-JanMr. I.C. Gondwe 07-JanMs. R. Tlamelo 07-JanG. Medupe (Temp) 10-JanMs. T.C. Chipfuva 13-JanMs. J. Chikanza 15-JanMr. K.N. Nkakelang 16-JanMs. P.L.C. Conlon 25-JanMs. A.M.A. Tshetlhane 28-JanMrs. K. Zachariah 28-JanMr. T. Setlhalefi 29-JanMr. S. Muchuchuti 01-FebMr. J.M.M. Mukuna 01-FebC. M. Kebadile (Temp) 01-FebMrs. M.G.M. Musikavanhu 02-FebMr. I. Njini 02-FebR. R. Mogomela (Intern) 02-FebMs. K. Madliso 04-FebMs. C. Ramabu 05-FebI. Dipholo 07-FebM.V. Petoro (Temp) 10-FebMs. L.K. Koobokile 12-FebMr. R. Chikati 12-Feb

Mrs. N. Ramoloko 13-FebMs. L.K.L. Lemmenyane 22-FebMrs. Q.K. Moloi 24-FebMs. V.O. Ofaletse 26-FebMr. T. Moeng 27-FebMr. M. Katombe 01-MarMrs. S. Tsere 03-MarMr. P.L. Letshwiti 05-MarMs. N.V.K. Koronale 07-MarMr. V. Vurayi 08-MarMrs. P. Selelo 12-MarMr. G. Keikwaletse 12-MarMrs. L.C.M. Mompati 14-MarMr. L. Mokgalo 16-MarMs. B.M. Madisa 17-MarMr. D. Tau 22-MarMr. T. Motshidisi 26-MarMs. F. Kebalefetse 28-MarMs. N. Mothupi 29-MarMrs. M.V. Mokgosi 29-MarMs. B.M. Mmopelwa 29-Mar

Happy Belated Birthday

HR NEWS

GABORONE CAMPUS

Plot Number 50661

Fairgrounds International

P/Bag 000319

Gaborone, Botswana

Tel: (+267) 3953 062

Fax: (+267) 3904 103

FRANCISTOWN CAMPUS

Barclays Plaza, Level 8

Suite 81 & 83, Blue Jacket Street

P/Bag 137

Francistown, Botswana

Tel: (+267) 2410 558

Fax: (+267) 2410 534


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