Written by Anthony Carter ·
Filed under Economics Education and Careers, Management
A promotion is something that a lot of us dream about. It might seem like an answer to our prayers or a just reward for all our hard work. When we talk about a promotion we are usually referring to a rise in rank within an organization. For example, a manual laborer might be promoted to a foreman or a junior member of a team might be given a management position. In most instances a promotion will come with an increase in pay and improved conditions, but this doesn’t always have to be the case. It could be that the only reward from a promotion is an increase in responsibility.
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Written by Anthony Carter ·
Filed under Business & Small Business, Economics Education and Careers
In order for a business to perform well it needs to get the most from its assets. One of the most important assets of any business will be employees and competency mapping is all about using this resource as effectively as possible. Competency mapping is based on the work of psychologists and the aim is to help the individual perform as efficiently as possible; this benefits not only them but also the organization they work for.
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Written by Anthony Carter ·
Filed under Economics Education and Careers, Markets & Industries
It is expected that when we apply for a job we should also send along a resume; especially if we are applying for any type of professional position. A lot of the information in a resume will also be provided on the application form, but if it is done correctly it can be an effective way to show your qualifications for a job. The effectiveness of this document can often decide if we are short listed for an interview so it is always worth putting the effort into getting it right. A question that a lot of us will have to ponder is what information our resume should include.
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Written by Yang Yang ·
Filed under Economics Education and Careers
Students today have many options when it comes to deciding what it is they want to study. For many individuals, economics can sound like a stuffy subject and there may be concerns about how having such a degree can help with employment after graduation. The reality is that economics is one of our most important human concerns and there are plenty of job opportunities for graduates with an economics degree.
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