Role of the Educational Service Industry In The World Of Education

The educational services industry was the second largest industry in 2008, providing jobs for over 13 million wage and salary workers. Since education is the cumulative process of facilitating learning and acquiring new skills and values it is an integral part of the  education system worldwide. Education is undoubtedly a very important part of life and the amount of education received by individuals, determine the earnings and skill upgradation. The educational services industry comprises a host of institutions that offer academic excellence, career guidance and technical instruction to trillions of students in the USA. Setting high educational standards...

Myths About Travel Agencies

Mention the phrase "travel agent" to many travelers, regardless of age, and they can't imagine why they would ever use one. It's easier and faster than ever to book a hotel, airline ticket or car rental online, and there are user reviews everywhere, so why would anyone need an agent? We found out when we...

Fuel for Thought: Is the Oil and Gas industry stable enough?

Much of the oil and gas industry has survived an especially tough few years with weak demand and low prices. It has been difficult to make strategic decisions and plan for the future. The character of Chuck Noland, played by Tom Hanks, says near the end of the film Cast Away, “...because tomorrow the sun...

The 5 Most Popular Types of Mortgage Brokers

Mortgage brokers are mediators of loan between the lender or lending agency and the recipient. A mortgage broker negotiates the loan on your behalf and he is the link between the borrower and lender. Mortgage bankers on the other hand are lenders. Most home buyers avail the services of leading mortgage brokers as they work...

Emerging Trends in Real Estate

What is 'Real Estate'? Real estate is property consisting of land and the buildings on it, along with its natural resources such as crops, minerals or water, immovable property of this nature, an interest vested in this, an item of real property, buildings or housing in general.   Trends in Real Estate A kinder gentler...

Employment, Recruitment and Staffing Agencies – How Do They Work

Human resource management is the strong pillar that helps manage people within an organization. Employees are the most valuable assets across organizations and the major focus for HR should be effective recruitment and client retention. Staffing is integral to business growth because ‘human capital’ is high on the priorities list of CEOs` and other corporate...

The Chief Technological Officer- CTO

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has predicted that the job openings for CTOs are going to rise between 2012 and 2022. The incessant and continued growth of business through information systems is one of the major causes for the rise in job opportunities. There have been increased advancements in business solutions and growth in...

TRENDS AND PREDICTIONS FOR THE RETAIL INDUSTRY

Today, everyone is looking to set their expectations for the year ahead. For retail, it promises more disruption ahead as they try to figure out the changing shopping behaviors they see from customers who are more digitally savvy than ever. Retailers who promote product transparency & sustainability will flourish. These days, you can find any...

High income consumers and their influence on wage inequality in the U.S.

The global landscape of wealth management is changing and the emerging markets are flooded with high income shoppers. The high income consumer market is flooded with products and services that cater to an elite audience. It is important to note that high income shoppers are active consumers of luxury goods. This also makes marketers ponder...

Top 5 Challenges Faced By Nurses

Nursing is one of the most popular professions in the healthcare domain. Nurse is a healthcare professional engaged in the practise of nursing and providing care to the patients. Nurses have a highly responsible job of ensuring the safety, treatment and recovery of the sick and the injured. Nurses work closely with physicians and therapists....