Faculty of Finance and Accounting Research Profiles


Ms Talita van Wyk

Head of Programme: Finance & Accounting


  • Qualification (s)
    • Masters in Business Leadership (MBL)
    • BCom Hons in Business Management
    • BCom in Business Management & Accounting 

  • Research Interests

    • Leadership

    • Perspective / Perception

    • Education

    • Change Management

    • Futurism



  • ORCiD ID

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  • Brief Bio

    Talita holds a MBL degree. She started her career in corporate, international companies as part of their sales and finance teams. From 2014 she pursued a career in academics and started as a lecturer at various academic institutions. Over the last 8 years, she obtained extensive experience in lecturing, content and material development, education management, quality assurance, curriculum development and academic programme accreditation. She is also developing a training program, focusing on leadership. 


    Talita is passionate about research in leadership and perspective, and is therefore also part of She Speaks SA, which is a platform for women to share their various perspectives about life and their journeys.


Mr Mathias Imbayarwo

Head of Faculty: Finance & Accounting


  • Qualification (s)
    • Master of Science in Finance and Investment
    • Bachelor of Commerce in Economics
  • Research Interests

    • AI Technology in the Financial Sector

    • AI Technology in Education

    • Change Management

    • Education



  • ORCiD ID

    N/A

  • Brief Bio

    Mathias: Leading the Faculty of Finance and Accounting


    Mathias brings a wealth of experience and a forward-thinking vision to his role as Head of the Faculty of Finance and Accounting at The IIE. Joining us on August 1st, 2023, he holds a BSc Honours in Economics and a master’s in finance and Investment.


    Combining over five years of industry expertise with a distinguished academic career spanning 15 years, Mathias possesses a proven track record of success. His journey began as a lecturer, followed by a steady progression through key roles such as Programme Coordinator, Head of Faculty, and ultimately Dean of Academics at Lyceum College. Throughout his academic tenure, he has developed a strong strategic acumen and demonstrated a passion for leadership.

    Beyond his traditional credentials, Mathias is a firm believer in harnessing technology to improve learning and teaching. However, he advocates for responsible technology use, that encompasses ethical considerations and addressing potential disparities that might arise.


    Aligned with The IIE's mission to inspire students through excellence in learning and teaching, scholarship, and community engagement, Mathias is committed to fostering the growth of the newly established Faculty of Finance and Accounting. He aims to cultivate a dynamic learning environment that equips students with the knowledge and skills to thrive in the ever-evolving financial landscape.


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