Best Researcher Award
Awonke Geqeza
iYunivesithi Walter Sisulu, South Africa
Awonke Geqeza is identified in the supplied details as a researcher affiliated with iYunivesithi Walter Sisulu in South Africa, with Digital Transformation as the stated subject area. The three supplied publications explore the role of internal controls in supporting the growth and sustainability of small and medium enterprises in South Africa, the integration of digital skills into internal auditing education, and the challenges and opportunities associated with digital curriculum renewal at a rural university.The profile presents the supplied researcher information and publication references for academic review.[1] [2] [3]
Abstract
This profile presents the supplied academic information for Awonke Geqeza, a researcher affiliated with iYunivesithi Walter Sisulu in South Africa. The stated subject area is Digital Transformation, with the supplied publications focusing on internal controls and sustainable SME development, digital skills in internal auditing education, and digital curriculum renewal in a rural university context. These themes demonstrate the relevance of digital transformation to organizational sustainability, professional education, and higher education development. The supplied Scopus information lists two documents. Citation counts, h-index values, and other bibliometric indicators were not provided and are therefore not included.[1] [2] [3]
Keywords
Digital Transformation; internal controls; small and medium enterprises; SME sustainability; internal auditing education; digital skills; curriculum innovation; digital curriculum renewal; pedagogical design; higher education; rural universities; academic development; organizational growth.
Introduction
Digital transformation is an important area of contemporary research, influencing organizational processes, professional education, and institutional development. In the business environment, effective internal controls can contribute to responsible management, operational stability, and the sustainable growth of small and medium enterprises. In education, digital transformation involves updating curricula, integrating relevant technological competencies, and adapting teaching approaches to changing professional requirements. Internal auditing education is one area where digital skills and curriculum innovation can help prepare learners for evolving workplace practices.[1] [2] [3]
Research Profile
The supplied details identify Awonke Geqeza as a researcher affiliated with iYunivesithi Walter Sisulu, South Africa. Digital Transformation is the stated subject area.The research themes represented by the supplied publication titles include internal control systems, SME growth and sustainability, digital competencies in internal auditing education, and curriculum renewal in higher education.Publication attribution and profile details should be checked against the original records.[1] [2] [3]
Research Contributions
The supplied references represent three areas connected to digital transformation and institutional development. The first examines the role of internal controls in promoting the growth and sustainability of small and medium enterprises in South Africa.The second addresses curriculum innovation in internal auditing education, focusing on the integration of digital skills into learning outcomes and pedagogical design.The third explores challenges and opportunities in renewing digital curricula for internal auditing, drawing on evidence from a selected rural university.[1] [2] [3]
Publications
The three publication references supplied for this profile are listed below with their DOI links. They address internal controls and SME sustainability, digital skills in internal auditing education, and digital curriculum renewal in a rural university. The list reproduces the titles and links provided and should not be interpreted as a complete bibliography. Publication metadata, author names, dates, and researcher attribution should be checked against the publisher records before the references are used in formal academic or award materials.[1] [2] [3]
Research Impact
The research themes represented by the supplied references are relevant to business sustainability and the modernization of professional education. Work on internal controls addresses organizational practices that can support the responsible management and long-term development of small and medium enterprises.Research on curriculum innovation highlights the importance of embedding digital skills into internal auditing education.Research into digital curriculum renewal at a rural university brings attention to the challenges and opportunities involved in educational transformation across different institutional contexts.These topics indicate potential academic and practical relevance.[1] [2] [3]
Award Suitability
A Best Researcher Award may recognize scholarly contributions, research activity, and work that addresses significant academic or practical challenges. The supplied publications cover organizational sustainability through internal controls, digital skills integration in internal auditing education, and digital curriculum renewal in a rural university context. These subjects provide a connected research focus within Digital Transformation, particularly in relation to business practices and higher education. A formal assessment of award suitability requires verification of publication authorship, originality, research quality, documented impact, and the official eligibility criteria of the Global CSE Awards.[1] [2] [3]
Conclusion
The supplied profile identifies Awonke Geqeza as a researcher affiliated with iYunivesithi Walter Sisulu in South Africa, with Digital Transformation as the stated subject area. The three provided references concern internal controls and SME sustainability, digital skills in internal auditing education, and digital curriculum renewal in a rural university. Together, these themes connect organizational development with the modernization of professional and higher education. The supplied Scopus and ORCID links provide starting points for further academic review.[1] [2] [3]
External Links
References
- The role of internal controls in promoting growth and sustainability of small and medium enterprises in South Africa.
https://doi.org/10.70132/k6697789267
- Curriculum innovation in internal auditing education: Embedding digital skills into learning outcomes and pedagogical design.
https://doi.org/10.20448/jeelr.v13i3.9397
- Challenges and Opportunities for Digital Curriculum Renewal of Internal Auditing: Evidence from a selected rural university.
http://dx.doi.org/10.36941/jesr-2026-0424