HR & Education
Flunked out: Raffles Education’s net profit plunges 20.2% to S$41.9m
And its revenue retracted 16.2% to S$157.6m.
Flunked out: Raffles Education’s net profit plunges 20.2% to S$41.9m
And its revenue retracted 16.2% to S$157.6m.
Each one should prepare for own retirement: MOS Tan Chuan-Jin
He said recklessly under-saving and then relying on the compassion of others in society is neither fair nor sustainable. The government will step in...
Hello, bookworms: Singapore to host International Library Congress in 2013
The international convention is expected to attract over 3,000 participants from over 100 countries.
What’s with the all-boys board members?
86% of accountants believe that women struggle to become board members in Singapore.
27 August 2011 is a public holiday
Polling Day is a public holiday in accordance with Section 17 of the Presidential Elections Act.
Singapore may have only 80k-85k new jobs for 2012
From 110k-115k jobs initially, an analyst now expects less jobs due to US and EU’s credit woes.
MOE enhances Continuing Education and Training
Level of subsidies for Singaporean adults who pursue their first degree or diploma on a part-time basis has also been raised.
Labor market growth likely to be gradual in 2011
The unemployment rate in Asia peaked in late second half of 2009 and has since drifted lower, says UBS.
Government to tighten further on foreign workers
The Prime Minister however warned that tightening on foreign workers does not mean Singaporeans will automatically get better jobs or higher pay.
Trash it: Waste management industry to get $5m training boost
6,000 workers shall get more training as Singapore aims to set a target of 60% recycling rate by 2012.
R-E-S-P-E-C-T: Find out what it means to me
Maybe Aretha Franklin still doesn't know what it means to her, but it's crystal clear for 72% of Singapore workers.
NUS MBA ranked first in Asia
This is the first time a Singapore business school made it to the list by Forbes.
What we need is a continued sense of urgency: MOS Josephine Teo
The Minister of State for Finance and Transport said this and the enthusiasm for fresh ideas will “bring productivity to new highs”.
The reason why Eduardo Saverin chose Singapore
When social media and digital giants set up regional offices in Asia, Singapore is often their first port of call. Most prefer to first set up sales...
How to hire for ‘true-fit’
There is intense competition for talented employees, as strong economic growth across Asia builds demand among businesses of all shapes and sizes...
Remember that post you wrote about me on Facebook? You’re fired!
Believe it or not, the number of employees who hear this from their boss before getting the axe is likely to increase. Just a few years ago, Facebook...
Do you have what it takes to become a leader?
The New Realities: Results-Based Leadership We are operating in a hypercompetitive business environment. The world moves faster today when compared...
Commentary
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