Postgraduate studies develop the mind through the transfer and exchange of knowledge. Similarly, a postgraduate qualification is a specialisation capable of identifying and addressing problems not previously encountered.
The festive season is a time for celebrating with loved ones – but these celebrations can often cause financial strain on families. The period is associated with the creation of debt, as many South Africans extend themselves financially. And after more than 18 months of economic downturn, many citizens may find themselves yielding to the temptation to borrow.
In South Africa, as elsewhere in the world, education is seen to be a ‘positional good’. According to Fred Hirsch, the English economist who coined the phrase, a positional good is seen to be something that has value because of its scarcity and its difficulty to achieve, and it results in a perceived or real advantage to the individual who holds it.
Topco Media is excited to announce the launch of Top HR, its very first HR digi mag – coming to you this September! The publication is jam-packed with interviews and advice from specialists in their field, at top-class companies from all over Africa. Mark the date TODAY!
The battle against poverty is an arduous one, and the recent Covid-19 pandemic has exacerbated the situation, especially in terms of poverty rates, the economy, health, education and employment prospects.
