HR & Education
TIE lays out new plans to employ 4,500 PWDs by 2030
TIE lays out new plans to employ 4,500 PWDs by 2030
Resident employment rate of PWDs increased steadily from 28.2% to 32.7%.
Singapore employees show low engagement with company code of conduct: report
Only 31% of employees make use of their company’s code of conduct despite 87% receiving training.
International French School (Singapore) sets the new standard for data protection in education
It becomes Singapore's first international school to earn the IMDA Data Protection Trustmark Certification.
Singapore leads global GenAI business adoption, customer trust trails behind
Whilst 59% of Singapore businesses use GenAI, only 23% of customers see it boosting their trust.
Singapore among APAC countries that prefer hybrid work: JLL
Five in 10 APAC organisations prefer hybrid workstyles.
Minister for Law clarifies absence limits and pay rules for trainee lawyers
The minister responded to questions about the new Practice Training Period framework.
Female labour force rate at 62.6% in 2023: MAS
This was higher than the OECD average of 56.7%.
International study gaining popularity amongst affluent Singaporean parents: report
Australia is the top destination for international study amongst Singaporeans.
Singapore employers set to boost hiring in Q4
Hiring demand is highest in the finance and real estate sectors.
NUS launches $39m alternative protein research hub
The centre aims to address global food security concerns.
WSH seeks public feedback on proposed Code of Practice for Platform Services
Feedback is accepted until 30 September.
Singapore needs better workspaces to make burnt out citizens happy
The city-state requires more than a well-stocked pantry to deal with extreme exhaustion.
SUTD, MaivenPoint launch tech skills programme for students
MaivenPoint will provide on-the-job training opportunities to the students.
COTD: Engineers now required to master business management and digital tools
In 2022 there were 134,767 job posts for engineers.
Hybrid work could save Singaporeans $3,900 in commuting costs
Globally, 84% say reduced commutes improve work-life balance and activities.
Here's the most sought-after skills in Singapore from 2012-2022
Majority of workers have skills in business, data, and production management.
Ageing population drives demand for specialized skills in Care Economy
Community partnership and professional consultation skills are experiencing heightened demand.
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