Prof. Mokgata Matjie, University of Limpopo, South Africa
Prof. Mokgata Matjie is an esteemed Associate Professor of Human Resource Management at the University of Limpopo, having transitioned from a Senior Lecturer role at the University of South Africa (UNISA) where she specialized in Industrial and Organisational Psychology. Her academic journey is decorated with a DTech in Labour Relations Management and multiple honors, including top student awards and a Council Award for best coursework master’s student. An accomplished author and researcher, she has published a textbook and numerous articles, and is actively involved in mentoring postgraduate students. Prof. Matjie holds key professional registrations and contributes significantly to academic and professional communities through various leadership roles and editorial board memberships. 📘🎓
Publication profile
📚 Academic Background and Qualifications
Prof. Mokgata Matjie is an accomplished academic with a strong foundation in Labour Relations and Industrial Psychology. She earned her DTech in Labour Relations Management in 2021, adding to her impressive list of qualifications, which includes a Master of Commerce in Industrial Psychology (cum laude) from the University of South Africa (Unisa) in 2018, a Master of Administration, Bachelor of Administration Honours, and Bachelor of Administration from the University of Limpopo (UL) 🌟. Additionally, she holds various professional certifications, including Advanced Labour Law, Moderator, Assessor, Cross-examination, and Labour Administration, showcasing her expertise in both theoretical and practical aspects of her field 🎓.
🏆 Awards and Recognitions
Prof. Matjie has received several awards recognizing her excellence and dedication. She was awarded the Council Award for being the best overall Coursework Master’s Student in Industrial and Organisational Psychology in 2018. Her consistent academic performance also earned her multiple top student awards during her undergraduate and honours studies, underscoring her commitment to academic excellence 🏅.
Experience
Prof. Matjie is registered as an Industrial Psychologist with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and as an HR Professional in Learning and Development with the South African Board for People Practices (SABPP) 💼. Her extensive employment history includes roles such as a part-time lecturer at the Tshwane University of Technology, a psychologist at PsychLink, and various academic and administrative positions at Unisa and the University of Limpopo. Her diverse professional background enriches her academic and research pursuits, making her a well-rounded and experienced scholar and practitioner 🌐.
📊 Research Focus
Prof. Mokgata Matjie’s research is primarily centered around leadership effectiveness, emotional intelligence, and organizational behavior in the context of the public sector and industrial relations 🌟. Her work explores the interplay between emotional competence and leadership effectiveness, with a particular focus on how these factors impact organizational performance and employee dynamics in various sectors, including government and higher education 🏢. She has a strong interest in the roles and challenges faced by shop stewards and the psychological aspects of employment relations, underscoring her dedication to enhancing workplace environments and policies 📘. Her comprehensive approach bridges psychology, public administration, and human resource management to address complex organizational issues 🔍.