The majority of people working in Canada’s digital media industry are young, well-educated and very satisfied with their work: These were the findings of the first annual Pixel to Product research study, a report on Canada’s digital media economy released in May.
Students are often encouraged to be “big thinkers” in college and university; however a new survey reveals that one in four advertising and marketing executives find that new post-secondary grads need to get real when it comes to expectations for their first job.
Analyzing each party’s platform can be time consuming, so we’ve created a breakdown of what each party has promised students and young professionals when it comes to education and employment.
Along with appropriate technical skills, eight out of 10 companies seek problem-solving and communications skills. Project management, analytics/business intelligence, and enterprise architecture skills are in demand by more than half of the companies surveyed.
In response to rising tuition costs, more Ontario university students are working during the school year. Faculty and librarians suggest that this work could be hindering students’ academic progression and success. They also note concern with students’ preparedness when entering university.
“The common thread among the jobs highlighted in our research is that they help businesses improve efficiency and profits, and foster a more positive customer experience,” said Max Messmer, chairman and CEO of Robert Half International.
How social is your job? A report released by NetProspex in September ranks the most social jobs, industries, cities and companies. You’ll be surprised by who did (and didn’t) make the list.
According to a Colleges Ontario study, full-time enrolment at Ontario’s private colleges has increased by 22% over the last four years. Graduation rates and industry partnerships are also on the rise.
Up from third last year, Cisco Canada topped the 2011 list of Best Employers in Canada. Rounding out the Top 5 this year are EllisDon Corporation, PCL Constructors Inc., CIMA+, and McDonald’s Restaurants of Canada.
Pick up The Globe and Mail today for a copy of the Canadian University Report magazine which features 25 pages of careers content – the “Working Knowledge” section – produced by TalentEgg!