The government and the media: communicating South Africa's message - Janine Lazarus Media Consultancy Damaging news reports dominating the nation's headlines of late simply emphasize the critical importance of targeted media and communications training, aimed not only at damage control, but also at communicating intended messages. In a democracy where a government is ‘for the people and by the people', it is imperative to attain the techniques necessary to communicate intended messages. 3 Oct 2008 13:36
CitiCollege e-learning launches with sponsorship opportunities CitiCollege e-learning, a revolutionary educational model that provides free and affordable access to learners, was officially launched this month. Not only will this pioneering initiative offer quality e-learning to South Africans at little or no cost, but it will also provide companies with an exciting and powerful marketing platform should they choose to sponsor various training courses. The Citizen is a partner. 3 Oct 2008 09:23
Popularising science reporting The world of science and the media need to be brought closer together in order to raise the profile of science in our society and ensure that important knowledge and research does not remain solely within the domain of scientific communities. 30 Sep 2008 11:20
Skills shortage - look past the hype and to the future [Richard Rayne] There is sufficient evidence to suggest a lack of skills across various industries and sectors is having an impact on our economy. However, rather than be lost in the haze of negativity and stumble over the harmful rhetoric of hearsay and hype, let us reassess the situation and move forward. 29 Sep 2008 08:17
USB-ED presents programme in negotiations for long-term results - USB-ED The objective of successful negotiation is the maintenance of long-term relationships. Effective negotiation plays an important role in establishing and maintaining ongoing relationships in business, and yet very few people have the inherent ability to negotiate deals that are beneficial for both sides. 22 Sep 2008 18:41
New D&AD deputy president revealed Paul Brazier, executive creative director at AMV BBDO, has been elected as the new deputy president, D&AD announced this morning, Thursday, 18 September 2008. Brazier, who will work closely with new president Garrick Hamm this year, takes over as D&AD president in September 2009. 18 Sep 2008 08:57
Estate agents show desire to be taught ‘the science of success' - Knowledge Factory The South African Property Transfer Guide (SAPTG) is currently sponsoring a nationwide training programme for property professionals entitled ‘The Science of Success'. Designed for SAPTG subscribers, the training focuses on how to use SAPTG data to secure sales. 11 Sep 2008 13:39
AAA uses SMS campaign to recruit students AAA School of Advertising is currently running an SMS campaign, where one could win a bursary as part of its new student recruitment campaign. To be able to complete a bursary application in 160 characters requires some creativity, which is exactly the type of person the school wants. 11 Sep 2008 11:09
UCT business school programme develops new managers - UCT Graduate School of Business To help address the shortage of skilled managers in the South Africa's private and public sectors, the UCT Graduate School of Business (GSB) is offering a programme this September that will help organisations to accelerate the development of top-performing staff and new managers. 5 Sep 2008 13:32
Personal Assistant Communications Training: the critical first line of defence - Janine Lazarus Media Consultancy A Personal Assistant is the first line of contact for an organisation's management personnel and for both internal and external customers. This means that it is critical for them to have the key skills necessary to ensure that each message they portray - in essence, the messages representing management - are effective and clearly communicated to their target audience. 5 Sep 2008 11:17
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The UCT Graduate School of Business (GSB) will run a course this October that teaches the tools for attaining a greater ‘strategic edge'. 1 Oct 2008 13:20
Paul Brazier, executive creative director at AMV BBDO, has been elected as the new deputy president, D&AD announced this morning, Thursday, 18 September 2008. Brazier, who will work closely with new president Garrick Hamm this year, takes over as D&AD president in September 2009. 18 Sep 2008 08:57
