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UK wage growth forecast to hit seven-year peak, forecasts study
Wages in Britain will increase at fastest rate since the 2007 financial crisis, predicts independent thinktank. When official figures are…
Higher education in Britain is "high growth export", says new report
The UK economy could receive a welcome boost from exporting the higher education sector as a whole, says Universities UK…
Support students to study abroad, says former UK Universities Minister
Speaking at the Going Global conference, former Universities Minister David Willetts called for funding support for students looking to study…
City of London to see 10 years of job growth
The UK’s capital is set to experience a decade of jobs growth, while an increase in investment sparks hiring from…
Work experience most valuable criteria to employers, says report
Leading employers rate work experience as the most valuable asset in graduates, says Universum study. Work experience is “the most…
UK finance workers witness strong growth in job market
Employees in the UK’s financial services are experiencing a robust increase in career opportunities. An increase in permanent vacancies and…
International students boost UK economy by £2.3bn, says report
Students from overseas contribute £2.3 billion towards the UK economy, shows new study by PwC. Foreign students coming to study…
Social media – the ultimate job hunting tool?
We investigate the ways social media can be used to your advantage when it’s time to join the search for…
Does studying abroad really improve your chances of employment?
We explore the advantages of studying abroad and discuss whether the experience boosts your employment prospects. Studying abroad is something…
What creates job satisfaction?
We spend most of our adult life at work, and being happy in our jobs can have a big impact…
Should companies do more to help entry-level workers’ education?
Adding to the executive education funds provided by several companies, we explore if employers offering educational sponsorships to entry-level employees…
SMEs can help tackle youth unemployment, says CIPD
According to CIPD’s recent research into young people and the workplace, SMEs can help overcome youth unemployment in Britain. Over…