Accreditation & Governance

Sharpe Business Academy – Upholding Excellence, Integrity, and Global Standards

Programs on Offer

Our Commitment to Academic Excellence

At Sharpe Business Academy (SBA), excellence is not just a goal—it is the foundation upon which our institution is built.

We are proud to be part of Zimbabwe’s national education ecosystem under the Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science, and Technology Development, and to deliver HEXCO-accredited programs that meet both local and global benchmarks for entrepreneurial education.

SBA operates as a registered and recognized private tertiary institution, dedicated to producing ethical, innovative, and globally competitive entrepreneurs who drive meaningful change across Africa and beyond.

Credentials & Trust

Accreditation & Recognition

Sharpe Business Academy offers programs designed to meet national standards for technical and vocational education, ensuring high-quality, competency-based training. Each program follows a framework that emphasizes both academic excellence and practical industry readiness, preparing graduates to perform effectively in real-world professional environments.

  • Our Current Accredited Programs:
  • National Certificate in Sales and Marketing
  • National Certificate in Accounting
  • National Certificate in Purchase and Supply
  • National Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Strategy

Each qualification is examined and awarded under a nationally recognized framework, ensuring that Sharpe Business Academy graduates earn credentials that are respected by both industry and employers.

Governance Structure

Our Leadership and Operational Framework

The governance of Sharpe Business Academy is built upon transparency, strategic leadership, and academic independence.

Our leadership team comprises visionary entrepreneurs, seasoned academics, and global thought leaders who share a common mission: to develop Africa’s next generation of transformational business leaders.

Our governance model ensures academic integrity, fiscal accountability, and strategic oversight—anchored in the Academy’s vision of empowering entrepreneurs to innovate, lead, and build sustainable ventures.

Mr. Kenneth R. Sharpe

Founder and Chairman

Mrs. Joanna L. Sharpe

Advisory Board Member

Dr. Rutendo Mudzamiri

Chief Executive Officer

Miss Tatiana Sharpe

Chief of Academic Excellence

Mr. Mark Mukunga

Marketing Manager

Finance Director

Quality Assurance & Academic Integrity

Quality is the heartbeat of SBA.

Our Academic Excellence Committee oversees all matters of curriculum design, faculty evaluation, and student outcomes to ensure that each program meets the highest standards of learning impact.

  • Our Quality Assurance Framework includes:
  • Continuous internal and external moderation of assessments.
  • Annual faculty development and curriculum review.
  • Integration of international case studies (Harvard, MIT, Stanford).
  • Student feedback systems for continuous improvement.
  • Independent evaluation of academic delivery and results.

All coursework and assessments adhere strictly to the HEXCO guidelines for certification and examination.

Connection & Relevance

Strategic Alignment and Partnerships

Strategic partnerships are pursued with organizations that share our vision for entrepreneurship-driven economic transformation, including:

  • Financial institutions supporting youth enterprise.
  • Local and international business mentors.
  • Innovation hubs and accelerators.
  • Policy and research think tanks.

Sharpe Business Academy aligns its mission with both Zimbabwe’s Vision 2030 and the Education 5.0 framework, which prioritizes innovation, industrialization, and entrepreneurship.

We collaborate with industry leaders, investors, and academic institutions globally to ensure that SBA’s programs remain future-fit and globally relevant.

Institutional Integrity

Institutional Ethics & Compliance

Sharpe Business Academy upholds the highest standards of ethics, governance, and compliance in all operations.

Our institutional policies align with international best practices on academic integrity, data protection, and non-discrimination.

  • Policies in Effect:
  • Academic Integrity & Plagiarism Policy
  • Student Code of Conduct
  • Anti-Harassment & Non-Discrimination Policy
  • Data Protection & Privacy Policy
  • Financial Transparency & Accountability Framework

All faculty, staff, and students commit to these values as a condition of membership within the SBA community.

Our Commitment

Our Promise to Students and Stakeholders

SBA is not just a school—it’s a legacy in motion.

We promise to uphold a culture of trust, transparency, and transformation, ensuring that every certificate we issue stands for excellence, credibility, and competence.

When you study at Sharpe Business Academy, you are not only earning a qualification—you are joining a network of trusted entrepreneurs, changemakers, and leaders shaping Africa’s economic future.

Essential Documents

Downloads

  • Accreditation Certificate (PDF)
  • Governance Charter (PDF)
  • Academic Integrity Policy (PDF)
  • SBA Strategic Vision 2025–2030 Document (PDF)

Regulatory Inquiries

Compliance Contact

For official verification, accreditation details, or institutional partnership requests:

  • governance@sba.ac.zw
  • +263 772 388133
  • Office of Institutional Accreditation & Quality Assurance, Harare, Zimbabwe