HR & Education
Industry boosts accounting appeal with new roles, education programmes
There has been a 10% decrease in accounting degree students at universities in Singapore.
Massey University to open Singapore campus with PSB Academy
The university plans to enrol 5,000 offshore students by 2026.
Govt approves guidelines for flexible work arrangement requests
The guidelines will take effect on 1 December.
Remote, hybrid work strains manager ties
One in four workers has a poor relationship with their managers.
Majority of tech jobs in Singapore saw wages fall in 2023: report
Data scientist salaries bucked the trend thanks to AI.
SP and Qualcomm launch 5G training for polytechnic students
Over 11,000 students have benefited from the 5G programme since 2021.
ISCA, LSBF partner to establish SCAQ Academy in Singapore
The academy will operate from 6 pm to 9 pm on weekdays.
Bonuses drop for Singapore banking professionals
Those holding a vice president role saw their bonuses decline by 39% in 2023.
Mindray’s Li Xiting leads Singapore’s top billionaires in Forbes 2024 list
Whilst he topped businessmen from Singapore, the Mindray executive logged lower net worth in 2024.
Singapore must not view residents, foreigners as ‘a zero-sum game and draw divides’ :Tan See Leng
The Manpower Minister said employing foreigners does not mean removing opportunities for Singapore citizens.
Singaporeans’ top social concerns: mental health, vulnerable groups
Healthy and environment-friendly habits emerge amid growing worries.
Singapore leads APAC in four-day workweek trend
Two in 10 workers have a four-day workweek option.
Dexter Tay begins duty as CASE executive director
He succeeded Lee Siow Hwee.
Red Crowns Senior Living faces fines for Employment Act violations
The MOM found "illegal employment practices" in the firm's previous operating model.
AI adoption seen affecting cybersecurity hiring in Singapore: report
Singapore less confident in its ability to attract cybersecurity talent compared to global peers.
Ngee Ann Polytechnic launches SEED for sustainability in curriculum and operations
As part of the initiative, the school has tapped 15 partners to establish a built environment ecosystem.
Commentary
Digital identity in the age of AI: Singapore’s strategic advantage
Why Singapore-based firms still underestimate the human side of doing business in North Asia
Singapore's hiring slowdown: A call for data-driven resilience
When it comes to AI, there is no such thing as too many chefs
The agility trap: Why most Singaporean businesses are structured for stability, not speed
Building a Southern Malaysia supply chain ecosystem for Singapore’s advanced manufacturing
Failed talks, rising costs: Why Singapore still feels the shock of Middle East tensions
How Singapore consumer brands can build strong supply chains amidst rising input costs
Singapore’s AI ambitions will rise or fall on infrastructure
Why a clear digital roadmap is essential for business success