Career Advice
The modern world of business is changing so fast there are new and exciting career options opening up all the time. It is becoming more common to take on a job that didn't exist when you were at school.
While it is exciting that there are many more career options to choose from, the downside is that with so much choice it can be hard to find useful information on what exactly is the right career for you and where to study to get the best learning and qualifications.
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Careers Advice
This guide navigates the digital frontier to reveal high-paying tech jobs on the horizon. The technology job market is undergoing rapid transformation, and by 2025, it’s expected to become even more dynamic than it is today.
Hey there, all you tech enthusiasts and future IT stars! Are you ready to navigate the complex world of crafting that perfect CV?
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When looking for a job, recruiters are the people that stand between you and employment. If you make it easier for the recruiter, you make it easier for yourself to get hired. We have tips on what to avoid when dealing with recruiters.
As a student in South Africa, the holidays are the perfect time to earn some extra cash. Here are some of the best holiday jobs for students in South Africa.
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Career Guidance
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Military Careers
The Military Skills Development System (MSDS) programme 2024/2025 is a two-year voluntary service system with the long-term goal of enhancing the SA National Defence Forces deployment capability. This could be the Army, Navy, Air Force or Military Health Service. Details of this year's programme have been announced.
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) comprises the armed forces of South Africa. It's object is to defend the sovereignty and territorial integrity of South Africa and its people.
Are you looking for a career at SANDF - South African National Defence Force? The Department of Defence employ young, fit and healthy candidates who are Citizens of the Republic of South Africa.
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The Standard Bank group is looking for individuals for their CIB Finance Graduate Programme with the right mindset, irrespective of their field of study. They encourage their people to express their individuality and apply their unique skill sets. We have all the details on how you can join this exciting programme..
Avbob is recruiting graduates to join their company work in their insurance department. If you have a relevant qualification and want to join this equal-opportunity employer this could be for you.
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Graduates
SAB has always been the country's biggest brewer. They have 7 breweries and 42 depots in the country, and they employ more than 5000 people. You could join them as part of their Graduate Management Trainee programme!
There is an exciting opportunity to work at global financial services firm Deloitte as part of the Graduate programme. You will have access to exciting career growth prospects and exposure to a broad range of work within the sector.
GAP Year
For many high school learners, the idea of jumping into the next phase of life right after finishing their matric year is daunting and overwhelming. This is why thousands of newly matriculated learners opt to take a “gap” year.
A gap year is when students take a break after high school before embarking their tertiary studies. There is this misconception that taking a gap year will make you forget everything you’ve learnt at school.
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A gap year is a period of time between high school and college when students take a break from their education to pursue other activities. Here are some ideas for you to fill up your gap year before venturing into your field of study.
Q&A with an expert reveals details of working as an au pair. Are you interested in taking a gap year? Whether you’ve just finished school and need some time out to decide what to do, or if you’ve been working for a while and need a change, au pairing overseas is a viable career choice.
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Entrepreneurship
My entrepreneurial journey stems from a deep-seated passion for identifying opportunities and transforming them into successful ventures. Over the years, I've had the privilege of founding and leading several businesses across diverse sectors.
The Allan Gray Makers Inter-College Entrepreneurship Competition is a crucial initiative designed to nurture entrepreneurial talent among TVET college students across South Africa’s 50 TVET institutions. Supported by the Allan Gray Foundation and Future Managers, this competition offers a unique platform for students to showcase their business ideas and entrepreneurial skills.
It is clear that we are during an ever-growing unemployment crisis which, given the economic challenges being faced by our country, certainly shows little signs of improving in the near future. One of the only ways we can bring people into the economic hub and give them a chance to not only survive but thrive, to the extent that they can assist in the growth of the nation, is through the development of effective entrepreneurial skills.
False Bay TVET College's Centre for Entrepreneurship hosted the highly anticipated internal rounds of the Allan Gray Makers 2024 inter-college student entrepreneurship pitching competition. This event showcased the creativity, dedication, and entrepreneurial spirit of False Bay TVET College students, marking a significant milestone in their academic and entrepreneurial journey.
In a world where female entrepreneurship is gaining momentum, Jacqueline van Rooijen, Business Growth Consultant and Director at Ycagel exemplifies resilience and innovation.
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Young Entrepreneurs
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Where to Study
Oxbridge Academy gives you the opportunity to further your education and realise your full potential whilst earning a living. They have options for school-leavers who didn’t have an opportunity to study further and adult learners who never finished school.
Oxbridge Academy makes use of Distance Learning where you don't have to travel to a campus to attend any classes.
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