THIS column aims at empowering readers of all ages to build better lives for themselves, their families and friends.
An illustration of this can be seen in the articles that have been published on this page over the past few weeks:
On November 22, the focus was on vision and planning, centred on where you might want to be in 2012 and beyond, by being proactive and dedicated to the development of a practical life or career road map.
On November 29, we looked at education and careers, and the article highlighted the importance of aligning your knowledge and skills development with your career goals and opportunities that are in demand, such as qualifications in business management, accounting, finance, human resources, information systems and marketing.
On December 13, we look at options for more than 500000 school leavers each year armed with or no matric exemption - this in view of the fact that fewer than 10% of matriculants go to university - while there is a wide range of career-oriented courses available through various public and private education and training institutions.
This week we assess progress and the way forward, with some tips on business and career development. It appears that educational institutions are reaching different age groups from 16 to 60 in South Africa and Africa. Responses have been received from school leavers starting out in life, or mid-career people wanting to move ahead.
Business and career development are important for everyone. Instead of pursuing studies and jobs in the popular areas, search instead for knowledge and vocations in these other types of careers, including agriculture, education, engineering, health care, information communication and technology, media, law, public works, social development, sport, technical areas, transport and so on.
Doctors, nurses, drivers, teachers, lawyers, sports people and manual workers all need and can benefit from a conscious effort taken to develop their businesses and careers by studying and qualifying to pursue other careers that would help enhance their quality of life.
Business development may include one's own business and, or a larger organisation. Thus a teacher may develop an education and training business and, or contribute to the management and growth of the school at which they are working.
It is a mistake to think that doctors, nurses, teachers and other professionals are not involved in managing a business. This is one of the reasons management of hospitals and schools has been identified as a national priority.
lThe author is the CEO of the London School of Business.
Studying opens doors in various career options
THIS column aims at empowering readers of all ages to build better lives for themselves, their families and friends.
An illustration of this can be seen in the articles that have been published on this page over the past few weeks:
On November 22, the focus was on vision and planning, centred on where you might want to be in 2012 and beyond, by being proactive and dedicated to the development of a practical life or career road map.
On November 29, we looked at education and careers, and the article highlighted the importance of aligning your knowledge and skills development with your career goals and opportunities that are in demand, such as qualifications in business management, accounting, finance, human resources, information systems and marketing.
On December 13, we look at options for more than 500000 school leavers each year armed with or no matric exemption - this in view of the fact that fewer than 10% of matriculants go to university - while there is a wide range of career-oriented courses available through various public and private education and training institutions.
This week we assess progress and the way forward, with some tips on business and career development. It appears that educational institutions are reaching different age groups from 16 to 60 in South Africa and Africa. Responses have been received from school leavers starting out in life, or mid-career people wanting to move ahead.
Business and career development are important for everyone. Instead of pursuing studies and jobs in the popular areas, search instead for knowledge and vocations in these other types of careers, including agriculture, education, engineering, health care, information communication and technology, media, law, public works, social development, sport, technical areas, transport and so on.
Doctors, nurses, drivers, teachers, lawyers, sports people and manual workers all need and can benefit from a conscious effort taken to develop their businesses and careers by studying and qualifying to pursue other careers that would help enhance their quality of life.
Business development may include one's own business and, or a larger organisation. Thus a teacher may develop an education and training business and, or contribute to the management and growth of the school at which they are working.
It is a mistake to think that doctors, nurses, teachers and other professionals are not involved in managing a business. This is one of the reasons management of hospitals and schools has been identified as a national priority.
lThe author is the CEO of the London School of Business.
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