The National University of Singapore (NUS) was in 28th place, while Nanyang Technological University (NTU) was 58th in the world university rankings by London-based Quacquarelli Symonds (QS).
Singapore has been ranked the 12th best city in the world and the top Asian city for students to pursue a university education. The Best Student Cities ranking by the education and career consultancy compares how attractive 98 cities are as destinations for both local and international students to pursue higher education.
Monday, February 20, 2012
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
5 lessons from Steve Jobs
A quick read.. 5 social media lessons from Steve Jobs from the team at Likeable Media.
In summary:
1. Stick to what you know
2. Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication
3. Be a yardstick of quality
4. Love what you do
5. Think different
For the full write-up, including a link to Steve Job's now-legendary Stanford commencement address in 2005: http://www.likeable.com/2012/01/5-social-media-lessons-from-steve-jobs/
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In summary:
1. Stick to what you know
2. Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication
3. Be a yardstick of quality
4. Love what you do
5. Think different
For the full write-up, including a link to Steve Job's now-legendary Stanford commencement address in 2005: http://www.likeable.com/2012/01/5-social-media-lessons-from-steve-jobs/
You may also be interested in:
Best quotes from Steve Jobs
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Time to quit your lousy job?
Unhappy with your job and not sure what to do?
I think it's not whether the job is lousy but whether there is a fit.
Here's an advice on when you should know it's time for career changes or to quit, from Ms Kathleen Tan, the regional commercial head at AirAsia who "single-handedly" launched AirAsia into China seven years ago, as featured in The New Paper.
Her work philosophy?
I think it's not whether the job is lousy but whether there is a fit.
Here's an advice on when you should know it's time for career changes or to quit, from Ms Kathleen Tan, the regional commercial head at AirAsia who "single-handedly" launched AirAsia into China seven years ago, as featured in The New Paper.
Her work philosophy?
Monday, November 21, 2011
What job is in demand in Singapore?
Foreigners looking for jobs in Singapore?
Do you have the strategic skill that Singapore is looking for?
With an ageing population, the healthcare industry is on the skills-in-demand list of Singapore.
Do you have the strategic skill that Singapore is looking for?
With an ageing population, the healthcare industry is on the skills-in-demand list of Singapore.
| Industry | Occupation | Recommended Requisites |
|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | Clinical Audiologist | Masters in Audiology |
| Dietician | Degree/Diploma in Dietetics, Food Nutrition | |
| Doctor | Degree in Medicine, Surgery* | |
| Medical Diagnostic Radiographer | Degree/Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography | |
| Medical/Laboratory Technologist | Degree in Medical Science; Diploma in Biotechnology, Medical Technology | |
| Nurse | Degree/Diploma in Nursing; NITEC in Nursing** | |
| Occupational Therapist | Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy | |
| Pharmacist | Degree in Pharmacy | |
| Physiotherapist | Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy | |
| Podiatrist | Degree in Podiatry | |
| Radiation Therapist | Degree/Diploma in Radiation Therapy | |
| Respiratory Therapist | Masters/Degree in Respiratory Therapy | |
| Speech Therapist | Masters/Degree in Speech Pathology | |
| Clinical Psychologist | Masters in Clinical Psychology | |
| Medical Social Worker | Bachelor of Arts and Social Science (Major in Social Work) | |
| Dentist | Degree in Dentistry | |
| Dental Hygiene Therapist | Diploma in Dental Hygiene and Therapy | |
| Pharmacy Technician | Diploma in Pharmaceutical Sciences |
* The list of approved Degrees is available at the Singapore Medical Council website.
** A Degree/Diploma in Nursing recognised by the Singapore Nursing Board is required.
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Looking for a job in Singapore? How to apply for an employment pass?
There have been enhancements made to the Employment Pass Framework which will be effective from January 2012. Take note of the latest employment pass rules.Foreigners who are interested to work and has a job offer in Singapore may apply for an Employment Pass (EP).
From 1 January 2012, the qualifying salary for the Q1 Pass will be increased from $2,800 to at least $3,000 for young graduates, while older applicants would have to command a higher salary to qualify, commensurate with the work experience and quality they are expected to bring. The qualifying salary for the P2 Pass will be raised from $4,000 to $4,500. There will be no change in the qualifying salary for P1 Pass which remains at $8,000. Concurrently, educational qualifications requirements will be tightened.
Employment Pass (EP) is a work pass for foreign professionals working in managerial, executive or specialised jobs, which will allow the employee to bring in dependents.
The different employment pass types available are:
From 1 January 2012, the qualifying salary for the Q1 Pass will be increased from $2,800 to at least $3,000 for young graduates, while older applicants would have to command a higher salary to qualify, commensurate with the work experience and quality they are expected to bring. The qualifying salary for the P2 Pass will be raised from $4,000 to $4,500. There will be no change in the qualifying salary for P1 Pass which remains at $8,000. Concurrently, educational qualifications requirements will be tightened.
Employment Pass (EP) is a work pass for foreign professionals working in managerial, executive or specialised jobs, which will allow the employee to bring in dependents.
The different employment pass types available are:
Friday, October 28, 2011
likeable social media - a review
likeable social media - How to DELIGHT YOUR CUSTOMERS, create an IRRESISTIBLE BRAND, and be generally AMAZING ON FACEBOOK (an other social networks) by Dave Kerpen
Having a personal interest in social media (check out my other blog - Ginsengtonic - Get high on life! www.ginsengtonic.blogspot.com),
the above was the cover that called out to me when I was at a bookstore in the airport looking for a book to kill time...
For all you need to know about what the book is about and how brilliant the book is.. check out the reviews at amazon.
With 108 reviews on amazon... that's more than enough to read and find out what the book means to a lot of people...
As much as I like what I read... easy to understand... homework with action items.. and real-life examples...
What you need to know about twitter, facebook, blogs, linkedin among others... and how to use the different social media platforms for both business and your own professional development....
What impresses me most is not the book.. but AFTER reading the book...
Dave Kerpen practices what he preaches!
He uses twitter... blogs... facebook.... REGULARLY... and replies!
As basic as it seems.. a social media expert who actually uses social media...You will be surprised.. I have seen adverts for Social Media courses by "experts"... by when I check online out of curiosity... the twitter account gets an update like once a month!
The biggest impact the book has on me?... it is the reason I started a twitter account!... maybe a linkedin account next... hmmm....
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| likeable social media - picture from its facebook page |
Having a personal interest in social media (check out my other blog - Ginsengtonic - Get high on life! www.ginsengtonic.blogspot.com),
the above was the cover that called out to me when I was at a bookstore in the airport looking for a book to kill time...
For all you need to know about what the book is about and how brilliant the book is.. check out the reviews at amazon.
With 108 reviews on amazon... that's more than enough to read and find out what the book means to a lot of people...
As much as I like what I read... easy to understand... homework with action items.. and real-life examples...
What you need to know about twitter, facebook, blogs, linkedin among others... and how to use the different social media platforms for both business and your own professional development....
What impresses me most is not the book.. but AFTER reading the book...
Dave Kerpen practices what he preaches!
He uses twitter... blogs... facebook.... REGULARLY... and replies!
As basic as it seems.. a social media expert who actually uses social media...You will be surprised.. I have seen adverts for Social Media courses by "experts"... by when I check online out of curiosity... the twitter account gets an update like once a month!
The biggest impact the book has on me?... it is the reason I started a twitter account!... maybe a linkedin account next... hmmm....
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Best quotes from Steve Jobs
Read this about Steve Jobs's words of wisdom... or at least these are quotes attributed to Steve Jobs
Decided to share so more can be inspired and motivated!
Spread the positive energy!...
"Here’s to the crazy ones. The misfits, the rebels, the troublemakers, the round pegs in the square holes, the ones who see things differently – they’re not fond of rules…because the ones how are crazy enough to think that they can change the world, are the ones who do." - Steve Jobs
"Don't waste time living someone else's life. Stay hungry. Stay foolish." - Steve Jobs
Decided to share so more can be inspired and motivated!
Spread the positive energy!...
"Here’s to the crazy ones. The misfits, the rebels, the troublemakers, the round pegs in the square holes, the ones who see things differently – they’re not fond of rules…because the ones how are crazy enough to think that they can change the world, are the ones who do." - Steve Jobs
"Don't waste time living someone else's life. Stay hungry. Stay foolish." - Steve Jobs
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