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11 September 2009
MoD begins cadet facility construction
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has announced that the construction of a new preparation facility is now underway.
Located near Bury, the Weekend Training Centre and Greater Manchester Army Cadet Force Headquarters at Holcombe Moor camp will consist of two buildings.
Some 202 people will be accommodated in the constructions, which are set for completion in 2010. It is thought junior soldier graduates from the Army Foundation College in Harrogate will mostly use the new facility. -
10 September 2009
Graduates need practical experience, expert says
Those who have left university need to gain practical work experience to supplement their degree, one specialist has suggested.
Charlie Ball, Deputy Research Director of the Higher Education Careers Services unit at Graduate Prospects, said obtaining hands-on placements is 'extremely beneficial'.
'There was never a time when you could go to university and just expect a job when you graduate,' he remarked, adding that gaining work experience is 'an excellent way of getting that across'. -
14 August 2009
Cranfield launches new employment programme
Graduate jobs provider Cranfield University has unveiled a new scheme designed to help those suffering from the economic downturn.
The four-week Enhanced Professional Development Programme - available fully funded for people who have received redundancy notices or are unemployed - will cover a number of different areas, from writing CVs and interview techniques through to presentation skills and improving efficiency.
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Training still important to law firms, says expert
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Travel sector urged to retain employees
22 May 2009
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BMA: Immigration changes will affect student policy
15 May 2009
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BCC: LSC must ensure focus on training
13 May 2009
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Report warns of 2020 skills shortage
12 May 2009
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PwC: Some companies to cut training budgets
6 May 2009
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AGCAS welcomes graduate internship scheme
29 April 2009
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YouthNet: Volunteering can boost job prospects
23 April 2009
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