Roadmap of the Professoriate

The path to professorship is not linear; it’s a dynamic journey of resilience, strategy and vision.

Don’t wait - your future as a professor begins today.

In Becoming a Professor, Habib Noorbhai, Ph.D. shares a comprehensive, practical and engaging course (CPD Accredited - 20 points) for academics at any stage of their journey. Whether you’re a graduate student, postdoc, early-career academic or aspiring professor; this course provides structured insights, takeaways and interactive exercises to help you navigate the academic labyrinth, research mastery, leadership and career transitions.

What’s inside? A game-changing guide for academic excellence…

Expert-led video lessons:

Gain real-world insights on the path to professorship.

Interactive workbooks and templates:

Stop feeling lost! Map out your personalised roadmap with proven strategies.

Quizzes and reflective exercises:

Apply your knowledge in practical, real-world scenarios.

Certificate of Completion and CPD Accreditation:

Strengthen your academic credibility and stand out in your field.

Who should enroll? If you dream of an academic legacy, this could be your moment

✔ Graduate students and Ph.D. candidates:

Don’t just earn a degree, craft a career. Learn the insider strategies to fast-track your journey to professorship.

✔ Postdocs and early-career researchers:

Stand out, secure tenure-track positions and turn your research into real-world impact.

✔ University faculty seeking growth:

Climb the academic ladder with confidence, securing promotions, funding and leadership roles.

✔ Aspiring professors with a vision:

Follow a structured, no-fluff roadmap that transforms scholars into recognised academic experts and/or leaders.

If you’re serious about your academic future; this is your sign.

Enroll and turn your potential into real success…

Course Curriculum

Prof. Thuli Madonsela

Law Faculty Trust Professor in Social Justice Studies and

Director: Centre for Social Justice at Stellenbosch University

"An exceptionally important course, which has potential to inspire more young people towards professorship and help those already in academia to level up, as to fast-track their professorship journey."

Dr. Danica Sims

Senior Departmental Lecturer in Medical Education, University of Oxford

"This course is a truly comprehensive, pragmatic, and reflective roadmap for aspiring (and experienced) academics to succeed in their careers. I value how it openly addresses the parts of academia we are rarely taught, thereby supporting colleagues to move forward with clarity, confidence and resilience."

Prof. Jonathan Jansen

Distinguished Professor of Education, Stellenbosch University

Former President of the Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf)

“Of the few books available on ‘pathways to professorships’, this is one of the best.”

Prof. Benita Olivier

Professor of Rehabilitation, Oxford Brookes University

Director of Research Masterminds LLC

“This course will serve as a mentor, offering wisdom from someone who has genuinely walked the path.”

Subham Badhyal

Research Assistant Professor

University of Arizona

"Roadmap of the Professoriate by Habib Noorbhai, Ph.D., is a practical and insightful guide for academics at every stage. Its structured strategies, actionable takeaways and practical activities empower readers to navigate the complexities of academia and beyond. This course is essential for anyone striving for sustained success in their academic endeavours and beyond."

Dr. Herna de Wit

PhD Biochemistry, LLB Law

“Becoming a Professor is an exceptional roadmap for anyone planning to advance in academia or step into leadership. It cuts through all the guesswork and gives guidance on publishing, funding, teaching and promotion. Prof Noorbhai has walked this path himself - it shows in the clarity, relevance and credibility of the course.”

Carlo Duffy

PhD Candidate, IDSS, MIT

“Habib has provided a down-to-earth, economical resource for all, whether they pursue the professoriate or a non-academic position. Candidates from any discipline and at any stage will benefit.”

Becoming a Professor:

Accredited by The CPD Standards Office

Becoming a Professor is a CPD-accredited course (20 points) designed for academics who want clarity, confidence and strategy in navigating promotion, leadership and scholarly impact. The course demystifies academic systems, expectations and hidden rules across teaching, research, supervision and service. You will gain practical tools, real examples and reflective exercises aligned to CPD standards, supporting both compliance and career progression. This is not theory or motivation alone, but a structured, credible pathway for academics serious about academic success and for advancing to professorial level, with purpose and integrity.

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One-time fee

$297

12 Parts
25 Rules
40 Tangible Takeaways
Illustrations
Practical Activities

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