Credentials, careers and market smarts for Australians
You've landed your first full-time pay packet after TAFE or uni — now what? This step-by-step walkthrough shows new graduates how to put their first $500 to work on the Australian sharemarket without falling into the classic beginner traps.
Recognition of Prior Learning lets seasoned workers convert on-the-job skills into nationally recognised qualifications — often in weeks, not years. We look at how RPL works, what it costs, and why ASX-listed employers increasingly want to see the certificate.
University degrees still carry prestige, but the latest ABS and NCVER figures suggest the hiring calculus is shifting. We examine the data on time-to-employment, salary premiums and employer sentiment to determine when a diploma outperforms a degree — and when it doesn't.