Investec’s newly launched platform links subject choices to real-world work readiness. Investec has unveiled Invest-ED, a national programme that prepares young people for tomorrow’s world of work. The programme is aimed at helping high school learners navigate education choices, emerging careers and a rapidly changing world of work, the company said. Invest-ED is designed to link…
Carlos Alcaraz became the youngest man ever to complete a career Grand Slam after beating Novak Djokovic to secure the Australian Open. The top-ranked Alcaraz dropped the first set Sunday as Djokovic went out hard in pursuit of a record 25th major title, but he rallied to win 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5. Djokovic, who had…
The world of work today, in the 21st century, is far more unpredictable than it was in the 20th century. Jobs come and go, roles change constantly, and automation and digital disruption are the only constants. Many young people will one day do jobs that don’t yet exist or did not exist a few years…
LOS ANGELES — On a warm July evening at Dodger Stadium, underneath the glow of the bright lights and the weight of baseball history on his shoulders, Clayton Kershaw did what he’s done better than nearly anyone for the better part of two decades: he struck someone out. Kershaw caught Chicago White Sox third baseman…
Traditionally, a university education was considered a safe bet for career success – but with today’s rapid pace of change, school leavers now have more options than previously. Image source: DC Studio from Freepik In fact, depending on your career path, choosing an alternative training provider which allows for on-the-job learning could actually give you…
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