Excitement is in the air as the Marketers Association of Zimbabwe Business Institute (MAZBI) prepares to celebrate the graduation of its latest cohort of marketing professionals. The ceremony, scheduled to take place on May 31, 2024, at the Monomotopa Hotel in Harare, promises to be a momentous occasion filled with pride, achievement, and anticipation for the future.

The graduating classes include students from the Professional Certificate in Digital Marketing program, as well as participants from the Event Planning and Zimchartered Marketer programs. Among these, the ZimChartered Marketer programme stands out as a prestigious status accorded to qualified marketing professionals. This program, conducted in collaboration with esteemed institutions such as Chinhoyi University of Technology, Bindura University of Science Education, and Midlands State University, University of Zimbabwe, among others, aims to bridge the gap between theory and practice. Through mentorship within small to medium enterprises for a one-year period, the program equips participants with invaluable hands-on experience, preparing them to excel in the dynamic field of marketing. To date, MAZ has conferred ZimChartered Marketer status to at least 70 deserving individuals, further elevating the standards of marketing professionalism in Zimbabwe.

MAZ has a proud track record of training and nurturing marketing talent, with over 3000 Digital Marketing graduates making their mark in the Zimbabwean industry and beyond. The Professional Certificate in Digital Marketing continues to attract students not only from across Zimbabwe but also from neighboring countries such as Malawi and Zambia. This testament to the program’s quality and relevance underscores MAZ’s commitment to fostering excellence in marketing education and empowering individuals to thrive in the digital age.

The graduation ceremony is expected to draw an audience of over 100 invited guests, including graduating students, faculty members, industry professionals, and esteemed guests. It will be a moment of celebration and reflection, as graduates look back on their journey of growth and learning while eagerly anticipating the opportunities that lie ahead.

As MAZBI prepares to send forth another cohort of skilled and visionary marketers into the world, the organization reaffirms its dedication to shaping the future of marketing in Zimbabwe and beyond. Through innovative programs, strategic partnerships, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, MAZ continues to be a driving force in advancing marketing professionalism and driving economic growth.