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Dictionary
Sasol Encyclopaedia of Science & Technology
Sasol Encyclopaedia of Science & Technology

The Sasol Encyclopaedia of Science and Technology is the result of a careful analysis of education and general users’ needs in the modern sciences and applied sciences. This interactive encyclopaedia includes more than 7500 entries drawn from the fields of biology, physics, chemistry, geology, geography, astronomy and technology. [more]
Computers
Unix
Introduction to UNIX

UNIX is one of the most widely used operating systems in IT and it is essential that anyone wanting to follow a technical computer career know something about it. This self-study course covers the most generic aspects of the various flavours of UNIX to provide a foundation for understanding any UNIX operating system. Included is a UNIX simulator. [more]
Human Resources
Aids/HIV
HIV / Aids in the Workplace

The HIV/Aids in the Workplace course empowers employers to make informed decisions by understanding the impact of this disease within the work environment. The program includes the latest legislation and explains its relevance to the workplace. On completion, learners will have developed their organisation HIV/Aids checklist and policy documents. [more]
Employment Equity
Human Resources Management

People are one of the most important resources in the production of goods and services, playing a critical and indispensable role in ensuring business success. This course will assist a successful entrepreneur develop an informed understanding of the human aspects of business and be able to manage people effectively for success.[more]
Business
Business Finance Fundamentals
Business Finance Fundamentals

Business Finance Fundamentals is a learning program aimed at equipping non financial people in business people with the skills they need to manage the financial aspects of their business more effectively. [more]
Financial Markets Series
Financial Markets Series

This training series introduces the learner to the fascinating, complex and rapidly changing world of financial markets and endeavours to explain some of the more commonly encountered financial market terminology. [more]
Financial Service Providers Business Manual
Financial Service Providers Business Manual

The Complete Business Manual for Financial Service Providers, is a tool that will enable independent FSPs to manage their practices based on professional guidelines. [more]
How Business Strategy Works in Practice
How Business Strategy Works in Practice

Business success does not come about by accident. It comes from a careful assessment of market opportunities, creative development of products and services, and implementation of a better business model. Of all the things managers do, planning the long term future is the most important In fact, good strategy and good implementation are the indicators of good management.[more]
Marketing in South Africa

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Marketing in South Africa

This new edition of Marketing in South Africa: Cases and concepts offers an even broader collection of case studies which aim to provide the reader with excellent examples of uniquely South African marketing theory and practice. [more]

Professional Communication
Professional Communication: How to deliver effective written and spoken messages

Professional Communication is a comprehensive, interactive text on communication principles and methods. It is an ideal tool for all professionals in business and industry who have to write and speak during the course of their work.[more]
Risk Management and Treasury Operations
Risk Management and Treasury Operations

This publication will highlight and discuss all aspects related to the management of risks in the treasury environment as well as the various functions that are performed in the Treasury Operations area in an easily understandable and comprehensible structure to ensure that the learning experience is fruitful, enjoyable and rewarding. [more]
Simply Successful Selling
Simply Successful Selling

Simply Successful Selling is a concise, practical and comprehensive self-study book for new salespeople in retail, manufacturing and services sector. It deals with each step of the selling cycle, as well as how to handle difficult prospective customers, and understand buyer behaviour and buying signals. [more]
Solving Problems: The KALM way
Solving Problems: The KALM way

The "Solving Problems: The KALM Way" course teaches learners to use the Six Step Process to problem solving and the 'Six Thinking Hats' problem solving techniques. In addition, it examines what is required to make one a truly effective problem solver by highlighting the importance of one's own attitude and emotional intelligence. [more]
Time Management: A Different Outlook
Time Management: A Different Outlook

This course teaches learners how to approach and structure time in a more effective way by using time-saving techniques and planning tools. Training on using the 'Task' and 'Planning' functionality in Microsoft Outlook is also included. [more]
Law
Cyberlaw
Cyberlaw Top 100 FAQs

This publication is a follow-up to the textbook Cyberlaw@SA. The Law of the Internet in South Africa, published in 2001. Back then, Cyberlaw was a new and small sub-section of SA law. Today Cyberlaw affects every aspect of our lives, business and pleasure. Cyberlaw Top 100 FAQs is published on CD in the unique VirtualBook™ format and uses real-life problems and queries experienced in SA. [more]
Business Finance Fundamentals
Essential Social Security Law

Social security law is a comparatively new discipline in South African law but has become prominent since the right to social security was recognised in the Constitution as a basic human right. This course developed by UNISA, will enable the learner to recognise the different social risks and advise all parties involved in the social security system about the applicable legal rules. [more]
Company Law
Introduction to Company Law

This publication is aimed at anyone needing a solid foundation in all aspects of Company Law. It covers all aspects of Company Law by creating a scenario that will enable you relate the theory of law to practical situations. [more]
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