Murangi Masikhwa
Emerging Professional
Summary
High-achieving, versatile Management and Retail professional holding a Postgraduate Diploma in Management, an Advanced Diploma in Management (Cum Laude), a Diploma in Retail Business Management (Cum Laude), and a Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education (PGDHE).
Combines elite, dual-distinction subject-matter expertise in commerce with formal, university-level experience in group facilitation, team mentorship, and performance evaluation as an Academic Tutor. Possesses advanced competency in operational management principles, workflow planning, continuous assessment design, and quality assurance frameworks aligned with national standards.
An adaptable and detail-oriented professional seeking placement opportunities in corporate management, retail operations, business administration, or Higher Education where a strong strategic mindset and rigorous work ethic can be leveraged to drive organizational success.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Tutor
University of Johannesburg
02.2026 - 05.2026
- Provided subject-specific academic support to 3rd year students, aligning tutorials with module outcomes, assessment criteria, and lecturer expectations.
- Designed and facilitated small-group tutorials that were clearly integrated with the module, had explicit learning focuses, and were linked to current questions, assignments, and tasks.
- Facilitated active, student-centred learning by encouraging participation, discussion, and playful learning activities to deepen conceptual understanding.
- Used Moodle, the institutional Learning Management System, and uLink to share learning materials, manage online activities, communicate with students, and support blended learning.
- Captured and updated assessment marks on Moodle/uLink, monitored student performance over the semester, and identified at-risk students for additional support or referral.
- Acted in an assessor role by marking tests and assignments, providing structured feedback, and reinforcing rubrics to improve students’ academic performance.
- Contributed to moderation and quality assurance by discussing marking approaches with lecturers and fellow tutors, helping to ensure consistency and fairness in assessment.
- Promoted institutional academic support services and clearly communicated consultation times and access channels (online and face-to-face) to enhance student success.
- Attended departmental and tutor meetings, reporting on student progress and providing input on the ongoing improvement of the tutorial programme.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma in Management -
Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbijlpark, South Africa 01.2024 - 12.2024
Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education - Higher Education
Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbijlpark, South Africa 01.2021 - 12.2021
Advanced Diploma in Management - Business Management
Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbijlpark, South Africa 01.2020 - 12.2020
Diploma in Retail Business Management - Business Management
Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbijlpark, South Africa 01.2017 - 12.2019
Skills
Outcomes-Based Assessment
Internal Moderation & Quality Assurance
Higher Education Learning Facilitation
E-Learning & LMS Administration
Collaboration and teamwork
Assessment and evaluation
Activity-based learning
Technology integration
Learning styles
Technical writing
Feedback and coaching
Creativity and innovation
Verbal and written communication
Group and individual instruction
Confidence building
Skills development
Affiliations
South African Council for Educators (SACE)
Certification
SACE
References
Reference 1
Dr. C Amsterdam
Job Title: Lecturer ( Department of Education Leadership and Management)
Institution: University of Johannesburg
Relationship: Reporting lecturer & Module Coordinator
Email Address: christinaa@uj.ac.za
Reference 2
Dr. M Mothlabane
Job Title: Assistant lecturer (Department of Education Leadership and Management)
Institution: University of Johannesburg
Relationship: Reporting assistant lecturer
Email address: monicahmotlhabane@yahoo.com
Timeline
Tutor
University of Johannesburg
02.2026 - 05.2026
Postgraduate Diploma in Management -
Vaal University of Technology
01.2024 - 12.2024
SACE
06-2022
Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education - Higher Education
Vaal University of Technology
01.2021 - 12.2021
Advanced Diploma in Management - Business Management
Vaal University of Technology
01.2020 - 12.2020
Diploma in Retail Business Management - Business Management
Vaal University of Technology
01.2017 - 12.2019