How Adaptability Drives Innovation in Finance
South Africa’s financial services sector – complemented by a fast-growing and agile fintech community – is internationally recognised as highly sophisticated and the most developed and liquid in Africa. Yet, not all traditional banks and financial service (FS) providers have been able to adapt to the disruption brought by technological advancements, changing consumer behaviours, and […]
Insights on Intersectionality: Creating Diverse and Inclusive Workplaces for All
Despite the South African government’s B-BBEE Codes of Good Practice – legislation largely based on race and gender – many businesses struggle to create diverse and inclusive workforces. Even more concerning, they are paying little heed to understanding intersectionality and the experiences of employees who belong to more than one marginalised social group – a […]
Trust factor: Accreditation vs Skills Development
There is a debate among educational institutions – and those looking to enrol for online short courses – as to the importance of accreditation as a guarantee of quality education and skills development. In fact, here at MasterStart, we are often asked whether our courses are accredited. Right off the bat, we’re going to say […]
MasterStart’s Free Downloadable Resource: Supercharge Your Project Management Skills
Whether you’re a project manager, team leader, or someone looking to expand your skill set, MasterStart’s Free Project Management Downloadable Resource is an invaluable asset. Effective project management has become a crucial skill for professionals across various industries in today’s fast-paced business environment. Whether you’re a seasoned project manager or just starting your career, staying […]
Financial Year in Review: The Top MasterStart Courses of 2022
2022 was a bumper year for MasterStart as we saw record numbers of South Africans sign up for our industry-aligned learning content. At a time when SA’s unemployment rate and competition for top jobs are at an all-time high, it demonstrates the value of (and demand for) career-oriented learning opportunities. Ultimately, reskilling and upskilling will […]
The Power of Upskilling: Securing Your Professional Future
Higher education is critical to unlocking South Africa’s economic growth and innovation. Yet, the exorbitant cost of tertiary education has been increasing steadily over the past few years, and there is no sign of this trend slowing down. The main causes are low economic growth, the high cost of student loans, and insufficient state funding […]
Why Learning Should be at the Top of Your 2023 To-Do List
The world of education has undergone seismic changes over the last couple of years. The technical, or Fourth Industrial Revolution, is transforming the way we learn, as much as it is necessitating the need to learn. This is evident by the widening global skills gap caused by the displacement of workers who are left without […]
Embrace Online Education and Earn While You Learn
Keep earning while you learn and you could take your career to the next level within a few short weeks. When you earn while you learn, you have the distinct advantage of gaining new skills without having to take any leave. This means that you can stay on top of your busy workday while learning […]
Technology in the Classroom is Essential Today
Technology has become an essential part of our daily existence. We look to the palm of our hand to inform our daily routine. So, it should come as no surprise that technology in the classroom is essential for teaching in a world that keeps demanding constant change. Technology in the classroom holds major benefits for […]