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Higher education is becoming increasingly popular. So far in 2022, 320,000 sixth form students have already applied for university courses starting in September. This is 14,000 more than the previous year and 50,000 more than 2019. But does the rising number of applicants suggest a university education is essential?

You can, of course, have a successful…

There are many courses and degrees that can help you develop within your role, no matter what career path you choose.

In this article, we’ll break down how an MBA plays a large role within business, as well as some job roles where having one is a necessity.

The importance within the business sector

Within business structures, roles that are further up the chain of command will require the skills that you got while studying for your MBA. These vary from taking charge of…

Construction and labour contributes to a huge portion of the UK’s economy and workforce, with the government estimating that 3.1 million people are employed in the sector. Though we have seen a lot of the previous negativity aimed at the industry begin to dissipate, there is still a staggering number of…

Stamford, CT, Aug 04, 2022 – PwC’s Academy, the Talent and Skills development business of PwC Middle East, has recently signed a contract of partnership with the world’s leading Artificial Intelligence (AI) Certifications provider the United States Artificial Intelligence Institute (USAII™) to expand AI skill development in the middle-east regions.

A report…

Working from home may have begun as a temporary measure, but as we move into 2022, it’s becoming apparent that businesses are going to incorporate home working into their long-term plans. Though the work-from-home order has been lifted in England, many businesses and employees have embraced the benefits of a hybrid work schedule. Some have even decided to shift permanently to remote working.

You may have set up your home…

Implementing digital transformation into your business is essential for success. But with technological advancements dominating the business world, it’s important to assess the digital additions within your company to discover if they are making the expected improvements.

As a business leader, you may wonder where to start. Here, we explore five ways to improve digital experiences in the workplace.

Provide training on digital tools

There are…

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is one of the most severe crises that humanity has ever grappled with. The pandemic has had a negative impact across all industries, bringing the economy down and coinciding with recruitment and appraisals. It is an indisputable fact that the pandemic has and will continue to change the way organizations and businesses have been operating so far. However, with the hopes of a vaccine entering the global market, the economy is slowly…

Implementing digital transformation into your business is essential for success. But with technological advancements dominating the business world, it’s important to assess the digital additions within your company to discover if they are making the expected improvements.

As a business leader, you may wonder where to start. Here, we explore five ways to improve digital experiences in the workplace.

Provide training on digital tools

There are…

Whether you’re keen to add some changes to your house or are moving into a new one, there are many things to consider when it comes to sprucing up the space.

Making your space appear larger can be a transformation within itself. But how can you create the optical illusion of more space in your home? Here, we show you the simple tricks you can use in your own home.

Swap dark shades for light hues

The chosen colour palette on your home will determine how spacious your…

Ecommerce is fast-paced, competitive, and ever-changing. Digital tools such as mobile apps and wallets, cryptocurrency, and financial technology are all contributing to the evolving fraud landscape.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, ecommerce fraud increased significantly worldwide. Mid-to-large general merchandise retailers faced 70% more fraud attempts per month during the 2020 lockdown than prior to that. Types of…

Up to one in 20 people in the UK suffer from generalised anxiety disorder. Amidst economic uncertainty and inflation, more and more business owners are suffering from financial anxiety.

The pressures to stay afloat and drive businesses forward is high, and that’s causing financial-related stress. To celebrate Stress Awareness Month this April, we’ve compiled a guide to help you cope…

Can you think of anything more exciting than finding lost treasure? Well, one social media user was lucky enough to find a locked money safe in a junk yard. In the video posted on TikTok in March, they use heavy machinery to crack open the treasure chest, finding a thick envelope full of money.

If you think that is exciting, here are some more examples of forgotten safes and shocking finds.

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Cybercrime is becoming an increasingly worrying issue for businesses around the world. In fact, according to the Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2022, cyber-attacks have become more frequent within the last year, and 31 per cent of businesses are experiencing these at least once a week.

However, with cyber-attacks very much in the spotlight, it is easy…

Many couples had to put their wedding days on hold due to the pandemic. In fact, 82% of weddings that were due to happen in April 2020 were postponed. But since the return of the celebrations, it’s time for grooms to go big or go home.

While black is a timeless choice for men’s suits, it’s not quite as bold as it could be for the…

Job Crafting

The UK is experiencing a skills gap in science, technology, engineering, and maths (STEM) roles. According to the IET, there’s a shortage of over 173,000 vacancies.

Skills gaps must be addressed in a number of ways, from embedding teachings and awareness of specific roles and sectors into school subjects to upskilling existing members of the labour…

‘Smart factories are revolutionizing manufacturing.’ That’s the claim of many tech and industry experts who believe that optimising the manufacturing process to create an integrated and collaborative process will bring about the world’s next industrial revolution. But what are smart factories and how do they affect how we work?

Here, we some insights from umbrella manufacturer, Fulton Umbrellas, we take a look at smart factories more…