HR & Education
SMEs told to set employee goals under state’s overseas job program
SMEs told to set employee goals under state’s overseas job program
The target is to set up a foreign network and advance the company’s expansion plan.
SG executives report low trust in crime compliance programmes
The report cited weak technology adoption and underinvestment as key reasons behind compliance ineffectiveness.
Six in ten Singapore employees would quit due to a lack of belongingness
67% of Gen Z workers indicated they would resign if they lacked a connection to their workplace.
NTUC LearningHub launches new Green Academy
It offers an implementation-led sustainability training programme with the GRI ASEAN Network for SMEs.
Singapore sees 6.04% rise in employee wellbeing: report
It ranked second in employee wellbeing across 21 markets globally.
Labour market expands in 2024: MoM
Resident employment saw a notable rebound, growing by 8,800 after a decline in 2023.
Stagnant pay and slow raises frustrate Singapore’s workforce: report
Industry constraints and tech disruptions weigh on pay trends.
Confidence, caregiving duties hinder business dreams for women in Singapore: survey
They cited a lack of confidence, fear of failure, and the challenge of balancing caregiving responsibilities as major barriers.
CEOs' confidence drops amidst inflation, supply chain issues: survey
This drop contrasts with a rise in global CEO confidence, which has increased to 73.5% from 70.5% in late 2024.
NTU, Vietnam university sign strategic partnership agreement
The MoU will encompass six key initiatives including faculty exchange.
Hybrid work seen as key to closing gender gap faster: report
70% of women feel that flexible work has helped level the playing field, and 52% say it has been crucial to advancing their careers.
Singapore Polytechnic partners with SPH Media, VICPA to upskill creatives
SPH Media’s STUDIO+65 will offer students hands-on experience in virtual production, whilst VICPA will conduct a study on creative freelancing.
ISCA launches new career mobility programme for SCAQ candidates
The initiative will be piloted in Vietnam.
Waiting for performance reviews may hinder career growth in real estate: report
Professionals who regularly assess their achievements and develop critical soft skills are better positioned for career growth and job security.
Hiring outlook improves in Q2 despite economic uncertainty
Net Employment Outlook for Q2 stands at +27%, a 2-point QoQ increase.
What pushes real estate salaries higher?
Real estate professionals earn higher salaries after promotions or job changes.
MTI expands non-traditional sources occupation list
The ministry will add Laos, Cambodia, and Bhutan to the list.
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