Gen Z shifts focus to secure, value-driven careers over hustle culture, research finds
Gen Z is moving away from the dreaded “hustle culture” in favour of more secure, long-term jobs according to a new research.
Work and Pensions Committee launches inquiry into Jobcentre reform
A new inquiry by the Work and Pensions Committee will examine proposals for Jobcentre reform outlined in the Government's Get Britain Working white paper.
78% of Irish employers have mandatory retirement policies, survey finds
Only 10% of employers were found to have trained their staff on age inclusion, or how to lead the five generations now engaged in the workforce.
Mindtools launches adaptive Manager Skill Builder for personalised leadership development
Mindtools unveils the Manager Skill Builder to address management skill gaps with adaptive and personalised training solutions.
UCFB launches UK’s first football scouting Master’s degree
UCFB introduces MSc Scouting and Recruitment in Football, the UK's first postgraduate course dedicated to football scouting and recruitment.
Two-thirds of brokers face challenges in attracting younger talent
New research shows 64% of brokers struggle to recruit younger talent, with half citing a lack of applications as a key issue.
Birmingham students introduced to farming innovation at NEC show
Birmingham students explored the high-tech world of modern agriculture at the LAMMA show, gaining insights into farming careers and cutting-edge technology.
Micky Adriaansens appointed chair of Nyenrode Business University
Micky Adriaansens, former Dutch Minister of Economic Affairs and Climate, has been appointed chair of Nyenrode Business University, effective 1st February 2025.
AACSB Deans Conference to explore AI, digitalisation, and geopolitics in reshaping business education
Over 700 business school deans will convene in Las Vegas from 3rd–5th February for AACSB International’s annual Deans Conference, focusing on the transformative impact of AI, digitalisation, and geopolitics on business and higher education.
Frankfurt School’s real estate programmes gain RICS accreditation
Frankfurt School of Finance & Management’s Master in Real Estate and Executive Diploma in Real Estate Economics programmes have received prestigious Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) accreditation, enhancing global career prospects for students.
35% of UK financial firms do not have an apprenticeship scheme – Davies
85% of respondents believed apprenticeship schemes helped build loyalty between participants and their organisation.
60% of workforce needs upskilling by 2030, says World Economic Forum
Broadening digital access was identified as the most transformative trend, with 60% of businesses expecting it to reshape their operations.
