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  • Workforce of the future

    Posted on February 28, 2018

    We are living through a fundamental transformation in the way we work. Automation and ‘thinking machines’ are replacing human tasks and jobs, and changing the skills that organisations are looking for in their people. These momentous changes raise huge organisational, talent and HR...

  • Will robots really steal our jobs?

    Posted on February 28, 2018

    Artificial intelligence (AI), robotics and other forms of ‘smart automation’ are advancing at a rapid pace and have the potential to bring great benefits to the economy, by boosting productivity and creating new and better products and services. In an earlier study1, we estimated that...

  • UP Business Incubator – Step onto the path of entrepreneurial success

    Posted on October 19, 2017

    The UP Business Incubator was established to provide free support services to potential and new entrepreneurs on campus. The service allows entrepreneurs to plan, start and grow their ideas into high-impact business ventures.

  • Now what? Problems graduates encounter in the workplace

    Posted on September 13, 2017

    Graduating from university and getting your first job are great achievements. However, the transition from student life to the life of a working professional should not be underestimated.

  • University of Pretoria graduates more likely to be employed

    Posted on September 12, 2017

    According to the QS Graduate Employability Survey published today, the University of Pretoria is ranked among the top one hundred universities in the world for its alumni outcomes, with a position in 97th place.

  • Gaining confidence for job interviews

    Posted on August 21, 2017

    Employers are looking for qualities in their new hires that are seldom listed in the job advert. In a nutshell, they want to meet people who are self-directed and responsible. How will you demonstrate these skills during the interview?

  • Preparing for the workplace

    Posted on August 11, 2017

    At the University of Pretoria we aim to produce graduates who are agile, who understand how the workplace functions and who can see how their skills fit into it.

  • 8 Personality Traits of Successful Hires

    Posted on June 29, 2017

    With many positions receiving hundreds of qualified applicants, narrowing down the pool of applicants can be a challenge. Although skills are important, making the right match to your company culture is also critical for long-term retention. Here are 8 personality traits you should look for in...

  • Get ready for work – because your success matters

    Posted on April 11, 2017

    A degree is no longer enough to guarantee you employment or a satisfying career. To this end, the UP Career Services Office and Enterprises UP have launched a ready-for-work initiative.

  • Ready for work: Putting your best foot forward during an interview

    Posted on March 13, 2017

    Dr Jana Slippers from the Communication Management Division at the University of Pretoria has some advice on how to present yourself in the best possible way during a job interview.

  • Why career counselling is more valuable now than ever before

    Posted on August 15, 2016

    The Conversation Africa's education editor Natasha Joseph, recently asked Professor Kobus Maree of the Department of Educational Psychology to explain how career counselling has changed and why it is so important.

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