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Francis Petersen

Universities and businesses need to close the gap between the skills being taught and those that employers need.
BUSINESS

Cutting unemployment rate needs a national, coordinated effort

The requirements of the job market in all professions require ongoing university curriculum reviews to assess each programme’s relevance and alignment with the needs of…

  • Francis Petersen
5 min read
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BREXIT

Covid-19: An opportunity for universities to regain public trust

The coronavirus pandemic has brought the role of universities in nurturing scientific inquiry and evidence-based policy-making to the fore

  • Francis Petersen
6 min read
Gauteng schools feel the pressure to place more than 700 000 primary and secondary school pupils.
CORONAVIRUS

Universities have a role to play in a pandemic and should adjust accordingly

An executive centre that makes decisions quickly is advisable to ensure staff, students and research are well taken care of

  • Francis Petersen
5 min read
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CYRIL RAMAPHOSA

Preparing graduates for the workplace

Imbuing students with entrepreneurial thinking can also provide value to the larger economy

  • Francis Petersen
5 min read