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Editors Note Dear students What a year 2021 is turning out to be. Most of us expected this year to be difficult, but with the ongoing Covid-19 lockdowns and turmoil in KZN, our students have shown their mettle by digging in, and keeping eyes on the prize. While some people are born with a hardworking, never say die attitude, for most of us these are traits that take time to develop, and our students are showing they can. From online schooling; school with masks; and sometimes no schooling at all, you’re making us proud.

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HOSPITALITY IS CALLING By Michelle Geel

If you’re reading this, you’re possibly one of the people who love working with other people and who enjoys a busy daily schedule. You are quite possibly then looking at pursuing a career within the hospitality industry after school. Yes, the shifts in hospitality can be long and sometimes tiring, but you’ll rarely find someone with a hospitality job who doesn’t have a passion for it.

Hospitality is a creative, people-oriented industry. You are creating a product — be that food, drink, or being part of an experience — and there’s always scope to dream up new ways of making it more enjoyable for your customers. If you’re the type of person who likes getting up at the same time in the morning, having the same breakfast, putting on a suit and tie, and then catching the same train into the same office, day after day after day, then hospitality probably isn’t for you. But if you love the challenge of a people focussed industry where It involves a great deal of variety, not only in terms of the hours you work, but also the work you do during those hours, then this industry will definitely have something that appeals to your career interests. For higher end positions, obtaining a Hospitality Management degree offers you a career in the hospitality business. It will help you develop management skills, as well as, learning about the particulars of day-to-day operations. You must be a people person, enjoy social events and be outgoing and friendly. Your main goal will be to ensure the guests’ satisfaction in whatever field you choose by treating your guests in a generous, comfortable, warm and friendly fashion. There are four major segments in the hospitality industry, namely lodging, food and beverage, travel and tourism, and recreation with a wide array of careers available ranging from entry level positions to eventual managerial positions with a bachelor’s degree. A degree in Hospitality Management may also be referred to as hotel management, hotel and tourism management or hotel administration; however, your degree does not commit you to only the hotel industry. Hospitality jobs are available at various levels, ranging from entry-level jobs to junior management and senior

management positions.

Examples of various careers in the hospitality field are:

Barista Bartender Casino Host Catering Assistant Concierge Cook/Chef Cruise Ship Attendant Executive Chef Flight Attendant Food and Beverage Manager Front Desk Front of House Manager Front Office Attendant Gaming Dealer Guest Services Hotel Clerk Hotel Manager Hotel Receptionist Reservationist Reservations Agent Restaurant Manager Sous Chef Sommelier Spa Manager Travel and Tourism Waitron

Front Office Manager Front office managers can have many day-to-day duties, including overseeing employees, maintaining guest accounts, coordinating hotel sales and more.

Housekeeping Commonly seen in hotels, housekeeping can be expected to oversee the cleanliness and appearances of the hotel, control labour costs, and maintain supplies, among other related responsibilities.

Sommelier Sommeliers can be hired within high-end hotels or restaurants as experts of fine wine. They may be able to recommend wine and food pairings, help chefs create up-to-date wine listings for their establishment, or promote wine-based events.

Restaurant Manager To ensure the restaurant is operating efficiently, restaurant managers can be hired to oversee a variety of restaurant types – from local taverns to high-end restaurants and fine-dining establishments specializing in international cuisine.

Catering Assistant A catering assistant may work directly for a catering company, in-house at a restaurant, or at a hotel to arrange bookings, oversee production and more.

Sous Chef Another job pertaining to the food and beverage industry is that of a sous chef, which is a second-in-command role within a kitchen. A sous chef reports to the head chef and oversees various meal preparations and kitchen operations.

Travel Agent A travel agent will research and plan trips for individuals, couples, and groups. This process may entail finding hotels, booking excursions and sharing deals on flights.

Tour Guide Tour guides prepare itineraries and offer private or public tours of popular towns, museums, historical sites or other areas of interest. Tour guides often have extensive knowledge on individual locales and are able to answer questions that pertain to their specific tour.

Marketing and Public Relations A career in Marketing and PR can be connected to both hospitality and tourism based upon the needs of the industry. Marketing and Public Relations are important to a destination because a positive name in the press can impact the number of people travelling to a touristy town, hotel or other sightseeing area.

In-House Event Planner Event planners can be involved in every aspect of an event, including booking clients, having regular meetings, problem solving event details, and arranging the post-event clean-up.

Conference Organizer These types of organizers can be hired in-house by a venue to arrange seating, keynote speaker necessities, day-of itineraries and more for a conference, trade show, expo or other event.

Bridal Consultant Bridal consultants, or wedding planners, can be hired to oversee multiple aspects of a wedding and reception, from assistance in finding a venue to creating seating charts. These consultants may have versatile day-to-day schedules.

Casino Host Casino hosts work with a casino to ensure customer satisfaction. Some of the day-to-day duties of these hosts may include getting to know regular customers and offering various incentives to ensure their casino experience is positive and that they return.

Spa Director Spas can contribute to leisure and relaxation for guests around the world. Spa directors may oversee scheduling and appointments, maintain inventory and more.

The simple fact is that The hospitality industry is growing steadily, providing many career options for individuals who have the right drive, training, and education for this vast and exciting industry. It is estimated that by the year 2024, the travel and tourism industry (which includes hospitality) will have generated over 300 million jobs and account for one in ten jobs on the planet (WTTC Report, 2015). If you have the passion for it, the hospitality Industry could well be your key to the whole world.

WHAT IS THE ROLE OF A MUSIC PRODUCER IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY?

A music producer is the person who works with an artist and engineers and is responsible for giving creative direction to the music recorded, to ensure it is competitive in the relevant market and genre

They are responsible for overseeing all aspects of the creation of a song or an album. This role has become increasingly important in the music industry today as the options for artists have become so vast and can be confusing. A producer with experience brings calm to this storm and can guide the artist with decisions around song choice, choice of musicians, instruments, vocalist(s) and how those instruments are played, the notes sung and where the song is recorded. In some cases today the producer lls more than one role and can be engineering, playing some of the instruments or any other creative role they can ll. The music producer needs to be able to make split second decisions and convey their vision of the nal song to all involved in a manner that gets the best possible performance from everyone. It requires good communication skills as well as excellent understanding of logistics and budgets. They need the ability to focus on what's going on in real time as each song is being recorded, as well as plan in advance by booking necessary studio time and session musicians for the additional recording needed. sessions needed 5 tips when starting out as a music producer: *Have a vision of where you want to go with this career *Hang out with established music producers who produce for a living *Listen to more music *Imitate other music to understand its complexity and makeup *Learn one tool at a time. Less is More! If you have aspirations to be a music producer, a recording engineer or want to nd out more about getting started in the music industry speak with the team at Abbey Road Institute by clicking here:

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Let maths open the door to YOUR future success

By Karin Jacobsen

Sometimes it’s hard to see why what you’re learning at school is so important. This is particularly true when it comes to maths. You do algebra and can’t begin to understand how you’ll use it later in life, not to mention all those geometry theorems and trigonometry problems.

• Make and defend a decision using strong empirical data • Be creative • Work with abstract concepts • Make predictions and estimates • Evaluate and compare impact • Communicate your findings • Summarise complex information In fact, ask any adult in your life and they’ll • Develop solutions to complex problems probably tell you that their job never required • Form and test hypotheses them to find the cosine of an angle. • And so much more But here’s the thing you need to remember. Since everything in the world is interconnected and maths gives us a way to understand patterns, to quantify relationships and to predict the future, maths helps you see these connections and explore the possibilities that exist. And because we live in a world that is very much a world built on maths (it appears in so many places that wouldn’t expect), maths can will help you: • Understand finance and make sensible financial decisions • Evaluate risk

Don’t believe me… Well let’s say you wanted to explain how quickly a virus (like COVID-19) spreads and how many people are predicted to become sick the winter. You’ll need a firm handle on statistics and probability to do that. And that means applying your algebra brain to figuring out the answer. Or maybe you love computer games and want to develop your own game. Since computer games aren’t made out of 2D graphics any more, you’d have to turn to your geometry knowledge to be able to work out how to create and animate 3D shapes.

And here’s the most exciting thing about maths. It seriously increases your earning potential once you enter the world of work as well.

So what careers can you pursue thanks to maths?

of your broader cognitive abilities such as critical thinking, problem solving, and logic. Companies often test these when you apply for a job and use your scores to help make a final decision on which candidate to hire.

The list is endless but it includes some of the most exciting career choices in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields including careers in: • IT and computer game designing • Engineering • Investment banking • Architecture • Medicine • Veterinary sciences • Chartered Accountancy • And so many others

Bottom line:

Even if you don’t want to follow a STEM career path, maths is still important. The skills maths gives you – particularly numerical problem solving skills – aren’t only fundamentally important to every day functions but they’re also strong indicator

But maths is much more than just the currency used to “get you to university”, it has a wide range of essential uses that open doors in this world you’d never imagine.

Your teachers are 100% right when they tell you, for what seems like the 100th time, that “mathematics is a key subject that will open up the door to university.” In fact, studies show that it’s better for you to get 40% in maths than it is to get 100% in maths literacy. Why? Because it’s harder to get into university if you take maths lit. In fact, you’ll need an A or level 7 pass to enter most university programmes if pass matric with maths literacy.

Four good reasons why you should consider a STEM career

1. On average, STEM careers are growing much faster than other careers. This means are more jobs available in STEM fields than in any other. 2. People who work in STEMs field such as engineering, accounting, medicine and others earn significantly more money (on average about 26% more) than people in other job types – regardless of your education level. 3. As a STEM university graduate, you’ll earn a higher first salary than a university graduate who isn’t in this field. 4. STEM fields have significantly lower unemployment rates. That means you’re more likely to keep your job if the economy is in trouble and companies are forced to make job cuts.

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1 THE RIGHT CHOICE When picking your subjects, make the right career choices. Take Maths, and English and study hard to achieve a Level 5 pass (or more) in Grade 12.

2 THE RIGHT UNIVERSITY Study a BCom undergraduate and postgraduate degree (Certificate in the Theory of Accounting [CTA] or equivalent) from a university accredited by the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA).

THE RIGHT TRAINING

Enter a 3-year training programme with a SAICA accredited training office to gain real life, on-the-job work experience.

YOUR ROADMAP TO BECOMING A CA(SA)

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Leaders never quit! Cas(SA) are leaders in their industries – once you’ve passed your exams and completed your training programme, register with SAICA to become a CA(SA).

THE RIGHT SKILL Study for and pass the 2 SAICA qualifying exams – the Initial Test of Competence (ITC) and the Assessment of Professional Competence (APC).

Become a difference maker Become a Chartered Accountant By Karen Jacobsen

What kind of tomorrow do you want to shape? A connected world, working together to prosper and thrive? Well, if you want an exciting career where you can contribute to something bigger than yourself, becoming a Chartered Accountant (CA[SA]) puts you in a position to make a real difference. Giving you the skills and perspectives to build the tomorrow you want. How? Here are some compelling reasons to consider this as YOUR career path: The CA(SA) designation is your passport to: • Changing the world: As difference makers, CAs(SA) have the skills, knowledge and insight to drive business decisions that help create better societies economies and communities – for a more prosperous future for us all. • Being the head and heart of a business – CAs(SA) are not only able to run companies (74% of the JSE’s Top 200 company chief financial officers (CFOs) and almost a third of the JSE’s top 40 CEOs are CAs(SA)) they’re able to start their own companies and be their own boss too. And that means you can

make your passion a reality. • A highly promising and varied career – as a CA(SA) you can work in just about any industry of choice – in all fields of business and finance and, more specifically, in auditing/assurance, tax, financial management, information technology, management accounting, forensic accounting and insolvency – as well as academia, public and private sector, NGOs and more. • An internationally recognised career. • Improving your chances of being head hunted by top employers throughout your career. • CAs(SA) hold prestigious positions in the private and public sector and in academia. • Contribute to making South Africa a better place through giving back in a number of different ways. How do you become a CA(SA)? The minimum requirements for university admission to a CA-stream BCom degree are a Level 5 pass in Mathematics, together with a National Senior Certificate with matriculation exemption. You need to take pure Mathematics (not Mathematical Literacy) as a subject and you need to pass it well. That means achieving 60% or more. You also need a good grounding in English, as it will help you to understand the concepts

you will study. Many learners believe that having accounting as a school subject is compulsory to study towards your CA(SA). While it can help you in your studies towards your degree, it isn’t necessary. Now let’s talk universities… If you want to be a CA(SA), you need to ensure that the university you’re applying to offer a BCom qualification / programme that is accredited by the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA). A full list of the universities that offer SAICA-accredited BCom Accountancy programmes can be found at www.saica.co.za. Once you’ve completed the three-year degree, you’ll need to obtain a Certificate in the Theory of Accounting (CTA or honours equivalent). This is a post-graduate course – your fourth year at university – and focuses on Accounting, Auditing, Taxation and Financial Management. It takes a minimum of one year to complete and must be completed at a SAICA-accredited university. Once you have your BCom, it’s time to get real-world working experience. Following your CTA, you’ll enter into a three-year training contract with a SAICA registered training office. During you training, you must pass two Qualifying Examinations: the Initial Test of Competence (ITC) and the Assessment of Professional Competence (APC). If you pass everything first time, the entire qualification process takes about seven years from the time you enter university. Now that may sound like a long time, but it’s worth it. Where can you make a difference as a qualified a CA(SA)? The CA(SA) journey equips you with

exceptional commercial acumen, professional scepticism, critical thinking and the ethical framework you need to shape your world. And that means that you don’t just have to do traditional accounting work. Studying to become a CA(SA) opens up a LOT of doors here in SA and internationally including: • Auditing: CAs(SA) generally audit financial statements and provide tax or financial planning advice. They also offer consulting and advisory services in a variety of fields such as corporate finance, management accounting, information technology and general financial and business management. • Business: CAs(SA) can specialise in management accounting, financial management, taxation, corporate governance, internal audit and many other fields. Many lead major companies as Chief Executive Officers, Chief Financial Officers and Managing Directors. • Government and the public sector: CAs(SA) hold top notch positions (like the Auditor-General or Head of National Treasury) and are widely recognised for effective financial management, leadership and providing services to their country. • Academia: Become a lecturer and develop the next generation of CAs(SA) by lecturing at universities and providing training through professional programmes. • Entrepreneurship: Follow the entrepreneurial route and become your own boss! The bottom line is if you choose well and work smart, you too can be a difference maker because you’re CA(SA)! For more information visit www.saica.co.za.

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CHOOSING A CAREER IN ICT IN SOUTH AFRICA Why choose a career in ICT? ICT has a wide variety of career choices that satisfy those who are more people-focused, as well as those who are more technically-oriented. South Africa, and the world, employ these skills There is a dire shortage of digital and ICT skills and readily available digital talent in employment pipelines in South Africa, according to a survey by Harambee Digital. Employees are actively looking for people with ICT skills, with 66 000 ICT and digital jobs forecasted for the next year, with 44 000 of those being entry-level roles suitable for youth, such as PC support technicians, junior software developers, and data analysts. Room to grow You may start as a junior, but there are many C-level roles in ICT, such as chief technical officer, chief information officer and chief digital officer, that you can grow into.

ICT offers incredible opportunities for both men and women in South Africa, and around the world. Information and Computer Technology (ICT) touches nearly every part of modern life. What makes the ICT profession really attractive, is that you can work in just about any company, because everyone uses computers and systems in some shape or form.

Career options in ICT Systems Administrator - You will manage the operation, upkeep, configuration, and security of a computer system. Our CompTIA Security+ course will open the door to this career path. System administrators earn an average of R230 000 per year. Project Manager - You lead teams towards a goal and help businesses effect change and innovation. This is a highly rewarding, in-demand skill set. Start your career in Project Management with our online course. Project managers earn a median of R500 000 per year. Website Developer - Creating websites is the union of creative and technical skills. Our Website Creator Course will get you started. Increase your skill set and employment options by following up with the programming course. Website developers can expect to earn around R185 000 upwards per year.

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Computer Programmer - You build and develop systems and programmes that help businesses operate better. Get started with our computer programming and development course. Programmers earn an average of R245 000 per year. Computer Technician - You take care of physical computer hardware used by companies: installations, troubleshooting faults, and maintenance. Get started with your full PC technician qualification with our PC Technician Course. Computer technicians earn R100 000 - R297 000 per annum.

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Applying to University

Applications at universities in SA are closing soon if they have not already closed. It’s important to know everything there is to know before applying to university. Check out the steps below and soon you’ll be well on your way to applying to the institution of your choice!

-Make sure you know how to send your application through. -Be sure you allow for the amount of time that postage and delivery takes.

3. Exam Results

Make sure you have all your exam results 1. Closing Dates from Grade 11 and your June matric exam Make sure you are aware of the closing dates marks on hand. You may need to submit both of the various universities you intend to apply sets of results to the University with the towards. application. -Your application must reach the University before the closing date in order to be considered. -Here are all the closing application dates.

2. Online vs Postage or Courier

Be aware of how your application must reach the University. Some universities, such as UCT, have an online application process while other universities require you to post or courier your application so that they have the physical copy.

-You will need to submit a certified copy of these results. Never send the originals! FYI: Most universities require you to complete a National Benchmark Test (NBT). Find out more here and check with the institution if you need to complete one.

4. Make sure all Details are Correct

Forms can be a pain to fill in, and are often complicated! Go through the forms slowly and make sure you fill in each part of the form carefully so that you do not make mistakes.

-Consider doing your application in pencil before you fill it in with a pen. -A black ballpoint pen is usually the accepted method for filling in forms, put the purple pen away! To consider: When applying to universities make sure you have a working email address, which anyone can create by registering an email address. FYI: You will also need a working cell phone number and a postage address.

5. Financial Aid

Have a look at the fee’s booklet with your parents or guardians and together. Come to a conclusion about whether or not you might need financial aid. If your household income falls below a certain bracket, either of your parents or guardians are pensioners or either of your parents are unemployed, you may qualify for financial aid. If you do require financial aid from your University, there will usually be a separate form you may need to complete. Make sure you have your parent or guardian’s most recent payslip for this. -You can also check out the EduConnect Bursary Listing for more ways to fund your studies! To find out more information about student loans go here.6. Current Year’s Activity For your application, you will most likely need to fill in what you have been doing for the last year. -If you were a student at school you also have to submit your exam results and school subjects. -If you were travelling, you may be required

to provide details of your activities.

6. Current Year’s Activity

For your application, you will most likely need to fill in what you have been doing for the last year. -If you were a student at school you also have to submit your exam results and school subjects. -If you were travelling, you may be required to provide details of your activities.

7. Signing the Declaration

Your application will need to be signed by your parents or guardians and by you. -Make sure that you all know exactly what you are signing and that all the information in the application is true and correct.

8. Supporting Documents

Most of the applications require some supporting documents. -These are certified copies or your ID and certified copies of your parents or guardians ID. -Other supporting documents may be your exam results, proof of residence and a recent payslip. -Make sure that you have copies of these documents and never send the original!

9. Pay the Application Fee

Find out what the application fee for your University is and make sure that you pay the fee in the required method before you send your application. -Do not send cash via post.

-Pay the fee at the bank or via EFT. -Find out whether or not you need to provide a proof of payment that the application fee has been paid.

10. Acceptance

If you are accepted to your chosen University you will be sent a formal letter or email. -You will usually have a few months in which to accept based on your final results (so no slacking off yet!). Remember to accept the offer and make sure that in the following year you have paid the Minimum Initial Payment (MIP). -The MIP is the minimum amount of your fees which must be paid in order for you to begin a ‘payment plan’ with the university. It is also often what must be paid in order for you to secure a place in a residence. EduConnect 2Cents We know that the stack of application forms and a looming deadline can seem very intimidating and the information that the university requires can seem invasive at times. It’s important to remember that the university needs to have all the information needed from you and your family in order to make an informed decision. If you are unsure about what to complete on a form, do not hesitate to phone or email the university and ask! These forms can determine the next three to four years of your life and you should not be afraid to ask questions! Source: https://www.fundi.co.za/ fundiconnect/10-things-to-remember-before-applying-to-university/ By: Shirley Erasmus

WHY STUDY HOTEL AND TOURISM MANAGEMENT? EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW! Considering a career in the hospitality industry? Are you keen to pursue your studies in Hotel and Tourism Management?

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Disaster management is the management of resources and programs for responding to emergency situations caused by natural events such as earthquakes, floods, and tornadoes. It’s often combined with emergency management, which includes emergencies caused by human activity. A disaster management specialist plans and directs programs and procedures for responding to natural disasters such as floods, hurricanes, earthquakes, and tornadoes. They are usually hired as emergency management directors who also plan for other types of emergency situations such as hazardous material spills, nuclear power plant malfunctions, and terrorist attacks.

to the National Disaster Management Centre, the hazards include bad weather conditions, drought, cyclones and severe storms that have the potential to cause devastation. The country’s coastline and proximity to shipping routes also pose a threat to humanity and resources. People that live in impoverished areas are more vulnerable to threats that range from water shortages, floods and other damaging weather conditions. With this comes the demand for risk management professionals who are placed within relevant environments to manage risk. The government’s department and various disaster management agencies are always looking for professionals with skills to work in this field. Graduates in this field can pursue careers in the disaster management sector nationally or abroad. What is the role of disaster management professionals in times of disaster? A career in disaster management is for a person who can provide assistance to people when faced with calamities. This is for someone with the ability to bring calm in situations of panic and to help restore peace. They must be able to predict the outcomes of situations and be proactive in protecting people at all costs.

The rise of disasters in South Africa has increased the need for risk avoidance strategies and there is a high demand for professionals in this field. There is an urgent need to overcome natural disasters and promote danger alleviation. According

This is why there are operation risk officers who prepare for tragedies and have plans of action to effectively bring about solutions. This is also how professionals in sectors such as climate and humanitarian organisations can predict disasters and play a role in reducing the impact. They have a plan of action in place to respond immediately to disasters and reduce the damage and impact. Trending national disaster stories The Western Cape has officially been declared as a disaster area due to the drought issue that they are facing. This is costing the country millions of rands which impacts on

the economy. Western Cape premier, Helen Zille, reported to the news that government has also placed a R295m emergency plan programme towards the issue. Helen Zille, who spoke at the water summit in Worcester earlier this year, said this is the worst drought to have hit the country in over a decade. The National Disaster Management Centre has also injected R20.8 million in the City of Cape Town to alleviate the disaster. The drought has resulted in reduced agricultural activity and lessened the demand for workers in this sector. For the programmes placed by the government to be effective, there is a significant need for professionals to implement these relief plans. How does a qualification enhance my opportunities in this industry? Training in this industry is advantageous in that it affords you better career offers in the industry. The qualification you gain also allows you to have diverse opportunities and a chance to work with any agency. In the workplace, you can be part of the team that comes up with the strategies and plans for disaster relief, provide relief services and plans for companies or you could manage teams that are at the scene of disasters. A Bachelor of Arts in Disaster and Safety Management affords you a great salary for the skills and expertise that you bring to an organisation. How much will you earn? According to PayScale, a risk manager earns an average salary of R498 757 per year. If you’re a chief risk officer the average salary can be as high as R1 004 021 per year. What opportunities can disaster

and safety management graduates access? Disaster Management Specialist/Practitioner Operations Risk Officer Local Government Disaster Management Construction and Mine Safety NGOs (Non-Governmental Organisations) Insurance and Risk industry Occupational Health and Safety Officer Law Enforcement Agriculture Manufacturing Humanitarian and Climate organisations What does the Disaster and Safety Management degree cover? A Bachelor of Arts in Disaster and Safety Management covers content such as fundamental disaster management, fundamental information and communication and disaster risk reduction and development. This will equip you with top skills that are desperately needed in this industry and allow you to gain access to influential positions. The programme will also equip you with primary skills in areas such as disaster prevention, environmental planning, disaster relief and recovery. You will learn the guidelines and principles of providing safety to vulnerable communities in times of crisis

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Serious about Education We are totally committed to providing education of the highest possible quality. With this in mind, we’ve invested heavily in developing first-rate qualifications, and our international accreditation is a stamp of quality which confirms this. We offer accredited Higher Education qualifications, including our state-of-the-art Postgraduate Diploma in Management, a range of Degrees, and numerous Diplomas and Higher Certificates. And we offer a variety of work-ready Occupational and Short Learning Programmes which are developed by leading professionals in their fields, and therefore meet industry needs, making our graduates more attractive to potential employers.

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Learnerships create a win-win solution for all In South Africa, the average graduate takes 5 years to complete a three-year degree and then another year to secure employment. That is 6 years, after leaving school, before they start contributing to the economy. And in the meantime, somebody is paying. Either the State for those learners who qualify for NSFAS funding, the parents of those who do not, or, in the case of the blessed few, a company via a bursary. If the burden of payment falls on the parents, then Mom and Dad can expect to pay about R130 000 in year one as set out below.

• R50 000 for fees • R20 000 for transport • R24 000 for food • R36 000 for allowances At 5% inflation and no training fees in year 6, the total amount spent will be just over R820 000 and many parents will have to use a student loan to cover the fees and transport cost. If this loan carries interest of 7.5% per year, the parents will be about R440 000 out of pocket after six years, while their son or daughter will start his or her working life with a student debt of more than R450 000, or a monthly repayment of about R7 800 for the next six years. Now, let us compare the plight of the average graduate with that of someone who participates in two successive learnership programs to get to the higher certificate level, if both end up with the same hypothetical company with the following remuneration policy:

Ignoring inflation and all other variables, we find that the employee who started with the company after grade 12 and did the two consecutive learnerships have earned almost R570 000 in the six years since leaving school, while the graduate has not earned anything yet, but instead is burdened with the study loan. Despite earning a higher monthly salary from the outset, the graduate will only catch up in the 22nd year after leaving school! Companies who commit to learnerships also win. If the training fees are less than R30 000 a year, the entire amount can be recovered via the available SARS rebates and so, the only thing left to compare is the quality of the employees. The graduate, who is unknown to the company and who has no experience will cost them R137 000 in that year, while the employee who has been with them for 6 years and holds a higher certificate will only cost them R116 000. Saying that everybody wins with a training intervention like this is only unfair to the credit providers!

21 Success Tips for Young and Aspiring Entrepreneurs

Being successful often means learning from those who have already achieved their goals. Having a mentor is an amazing blessing to an entrepreneur, but not everyone can find one in person. If you haven’t yet found your personal business guru, here are 21 tips for young or aspiring entrepreneur to help get you started.

1. Challenge yourself.

Richard Branson says his biggest motivation is to keep challenging himself. He treats life like one long university education, where he can learn more every day. You can too!

2. Do work you care about.

There’s no doubt that running a business take a lot of time. Steve Jobs noted that the only way to be satisfied in your life is to do work that you truly believe in.

3. Take the risk.

We never know the outcome of our efforts unless we actually do it. Jeff Bezos said it helped to know that he wouldn’t regret failure, but he would regret not trying.

4. Believe in yourself.

As Henry Ford famously said, “Whether you think you can, or think you can’t, you’re right.” Believe that you can succeed, and you’ll find ways through different obstacles. If you don’t, you’ll just find excuses.

5. Have a vision.

The founder and CEO of Tumblr, David Karp, notes that an entrepreneur is someone who has a vision for something and a desire to create it. Keep your vision clear at all times.

6. Find good people.

Who you’re with is who you become. Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn, noted that the fastest way to change yourself is to hang out with people who are already the way you want to be.

7. Face your fears.

Overcoming fear isn’t easy, but it must be done. Arianna Huffington once said that she found fearlessness was like a muscle -- the more she exercised it, the stronger it became.

8. Take action.

The world is full of great ideas, but success only comes through action. Walt Disney once said that the easiest way to get started is to quit talking and start doing. That’s true for your success as well.

9. Do the time.

No one succeeds immediately, and everyone was once a beginner. As Steve Jobs wisely noted, “if you look closely, most overnight successes took a long time.” Don’t be afraid to invest time in your company.

10. Manage energy, not time.

Your energy limits what you can do with your time, so manage it wisely.

11. Build a great team.

No one succeeds in business alone, and those who try will lose to a great team every time. Build your own great team to bolster your success.

12. Hire character.

As you build your team, hire for character and values. You can always train someone on skills, but you can’t make someone’s values fit your company after the fact.

13. Plan for raising capital.

Richard Harroch, a venture capitalist, has this advice for upcoming entrepreneurs: “It’s almost always harder to raise capital than you thought it would be, and it always takes longer. So plan for that.”

14. Know your goals.

Ryan Allis, co-founder of iContact, pointed out that having the end in mind every day ensures you’re working toward it. Set goals and remind yourself of them each day.

15. Learn from mistakes.

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ing their best teacher. When you learn from your mistakes, you move closer to success -even though you initially failed.

be careful to spend it wisely. It’s easy to spend too much on foolish things and run out of capital too soon.

16. Know your customer.

20. Understand your industry.

17. Learn from complaints.

21. Deliver more than expected.

Dave Thomas, the founder of Wendy’s, cited knowing your customer as one of his three keys to success. Know those you serve better than anyone else, and you’ll be able to deliver the solutions they need. Bill Gates once said that your most unhappy customers are your greatest source of learning. Let unhappy customers teach you where the holes in your service are.

Tony Hsieh, the founder of Zappos, once said, “Don’t play games you don’t understand, even if you see lots of other people making money from them.” Truly understanding your industry is key to having success.

Google’s Larry Page encourages entrepreneurs to deliver more than customers expect. It’s a great way to get noticed in your industry and build a loyal following of advocates. Being a successful entrepreneur takes a lot of work, a lot of vision and a lot of perseverance. 18. Ask for customers’ input. Assuming what customers want or need will These 21 tips, from entrepreneurs who have already found success, will help you navigate never lead to success. You must ask them directly, and then carefully listen to what they the path much more easily. say.

19. Spend wisely.

When you spend money on your business,

Source: https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/247540

Eating disorders and how they

affects our lives Usually, we only think of girls and young women when we think of eating disorders. While females do make up the bulk of those who struggle with eating disorders, these issues can also affect boys and men with disordered eating behaviours currently increasing at a faster rate in males than females. Because eating disorders often manifest themselves differently in boys, they are harder to detect by parents as well as healthcare providers. Stigma is another issue. Men may not want to be associated with a problem that primarily affects women, and men are less likely to admit weakness and seek help. There’s no single cause for eating disorders. Genes, environment, and stressful events potentially all play a role. Some things can increase a person’s chance of having an eating disorder.

Girls with eating disorders are typically obsessed with being thin. While boys with anorexia are driven by a similar motive, the majority of them tend to be more focused on achieving a muscular physique. This manifestation is sometimes known as “reverse anorexia” or “bigorexia,” explains Douglas Bunnell, PhD, a clinical psychologist and expert on eating disorders. “These boys have all the psychological features of anorexia, except they’re pushing it in the opposite direction.” To achieve what they perceive to be the “ideal” physique, boys may work out excessively, or use steroids or over-the-counter supplements to minimize body fat and increase muscle mass and definition. An obsession with “clean eating” — cutting out carbs, increasing protein, or adhering to restrictive fad diets — is another common feature. What Are some types of Eating Disorders? Common types of eating disorders are anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and avoidant/ restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID). How Do Eating Disorders Affect Health and Emotions? Eating disorders can cause serious problems throughout the body depending on the disorder type, such as:

• low blood pressure • slow or irregular heartbeats • feeling tired, weak, dizzy, or faint • constipation and bloating • irregular periods • weak bones • delayed puberty and slow growth • People with anorexia may experience feeling alone, sad, or depressed • thoughts of hurting themselves • tooth erosion and cavities • swollen cheeks (salivary glands) • low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression • alcohol or drug problems • thoughts of hurting themselves • diabetes • high blood pressure • high cholesterol and triglycerides • fatty liver • sleep apnea • have trouble coping with strong emotions or stressful events • not get enough vitamins, minerals, and protein • need tube feeding and nutrition supplements

eating behaviors, and an exam. The doctor will check weight and height and compare these to previous measurements on growth charts. The doctor may order tests to see if there is another reason for the eating problems and to check for problems caused by the eating disorder. How Are Eating Disorders Treated? Eating disorders are best treated by a team that includes a doctor, dietitian, and therapist. Treatment includes nutrition counselling, medical care, and talk therapy (individual, group, and family therapy). The doctor might prescribe medicine to treat binge eating, anxiety, depression, or other mental health concerns.

What Causes Eating Disorders? There’s no single cause for eating disorders. Genes, environment, and stressful events all play a role. Some things can increase a person’s chance of having an eating disorder, such as:

The details of the treatment depend on the type of eating disorder and how severe it is. If you think you may have an eating disorder tell a parent, teacher, counsellor, or an adult you trust. Let them know what you’re going through. Ask them to help. Go to all appointments. Treatment takes time and effort. Be patient with yourself. Take care of yourself and be with people who support you. Wanting to help someone who has an eating disorder can feel like an overwhelming challenge. Various services offer help with eating disorders, but there are also things that you can do to support someone you care for.

• poor body image • too much focus on weight or looks • dieting at a young age • having a family member with an eating disorder • mental health problems such as anxiety, depression, or OCD

Dos and don’ts Do encourage your friend or family member to seek professional help. They may find this process embarrassing or difficult, but reassure them that professional help is the most effective way to treat eating disorders. Offer to help them find the right type of help.

How Are Eating Disorders Diagnosed? Health care providers and mental health professionals diagnose eating disorders based on history, symptoms, thought patterns,

Don’t be critical of someone’s appearance. Even better, avoid commenting on a person’s weight or appearance at all. Most importantly, avoid using insults to try and jolt

Don’t try to guilt-trip the person into them out of how they’re feeling. Insults are guaranteed not to work and may even worsen feeling bad about their behaviour by focusing on how it’s affecting other people. A person the problem. with an eating disorder is probably already feeling guilty, so focusing on the impact Do show compassion and care, and listen to they’re having on others is likely to make them non-judgmentally. A person with an them withdraw and feel worse. eating disorder is likely to be experiencing intense levels of emotional pain and Do be patient. Eating disorders aren’t self-loathing. Telling them you care about resolved overnight. Instead, encourage them them, and that you’re there to help, is the to try again and to keep aiming for recovery. most effective way of showing your support. Sites that may help Give them space to talk about how they’re feeling and what’s going on for them. EATING DISORDER HOPE: https://www. eatingdisorderhope.com/blog/eating-disorDon’t get frustrated or annoyed by the ders-south-africa person’s eating habits or try to force them to eat. Getting angry won’t solve the problem SADAG: https://www.sadag.org/index. and will likely make the person withdraw php?option=com_content&view=art even further. icle&id=2267:most-common-eatingdisorders&catid=23&Itemid=132 Do reiterate that eating disorders can be treated successfully. An eating disorder isn’t a life sentence. Recovery may not be easy, but it FIND HELP: https://www.findhelp.co.za/ directory/eating-disorders-27bcfb71-78fcis possible. 4972-b7d2-c1071b058c84

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