Industry Overview

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Actuaries and Actuarial Science

Actuaries measure and manage financial risk through applied mathematics. It's a deceptively simple job description, but one with practically infinite variations. Stepping out in front of a moving ca ... read more

What is the Supply Chain?

A simple definition of supply chain is the network of vendors that provides materials for a company's products, but in reality, the supply chain is more complicated. ... read more

Actuaries in the Insurance Industry

Actuarial science and the insurance industry owe their existence to each other, and the industry remains the top employer of actuaries in the business world. ... read more

Transport: An Overview

The UK?s enormously successful transport industry underpins the economy, playing a major role at the local, national and even international level. According to the Graduate Recruitment Bureau, the tra ... read more

The History of Social Work

In this chapter, we'll take a look at the evolution of social work and the various influences that made the field what it is today. ... read more

The Father of Spin""

Wondering where the modern practice of public relations got its start? Start with Edward Bernays, the fabled "Father of Spin." ... read more

Retail Industry Overview

Unless you happen to be living under a rock, chances are you've had at least one interaction with the retail industry today. From the corner drugstore to the online bookstore, retail -- the business ... read more

Where Do Physical Therapists Work?

Physical therapists are frequently employed in these areas: schools, hospitals (including acute care hospitals), rehabilitation centers, health clubs, nursing homes, community centers or in private pr ... read more

Positions with House of Representatives Offices

While Members of Congress are given wide latitude in organizing their office staffs, there is a typical structure to Representatives and Senators' offices. Office staffs are divided between several o ... read more

Salaries and Corporate Culture in Architecture

A career in architecture is often misunderstood, and as a result, glamorized. Some top architects have the opportunity to work on famous buildings and landmarks, and express great creativity. But th ... read more

Industry Overview: Industry Analysts - The New Masters Of The Universe?

Do you prefer a financial career as an industry expert? Read on to learn how to become valued for your sage financial advice. ... read more

From Radio Days to the Internet

Take a look at how the advertising industry has grown with the media it supports ... read more

Industry Overview: Production

Recently, American apparel manufacturers have started reevaluating their production due to an intensified focus on sweatshops and unfair labor conditions at home and across the world. ... read more

Accounting in China

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Fashion Publishing

Jobs in fashion publishing are often glamorous, since they include exposure to famous people and exciting events. However, journalism jobs in fashion (and journalism jobs in general) are difficult to ... read more

Industry Overview: Production - Hiring Process and Pay

Production is one area of fashion always in need of fresh talent. In fact, insiders report that the most difficult positions for them to fill are production-related; these include sewing machine oper ... read more

Jobs in a Design Showroom

Employees in a fabric sample department assist the showroom salespeople and designers by maintaining the inventory of fabric samples and assembling sample requests. ... read more

A Brief History of Actuaries

The basis for actuarial science -- figuring out how much resource was needed to cope with a given outcome -- dates back to ancient times. The funeral societies of Rome, wherein each member chipped in ... read more

The White House and the Executive Branch Internships

The White House and agencies of the Executive Branch offer numerous internship opportunities for undergraduates. White House internships are very prestigious and extremely selective; interested candi ... read more

Healthcare Management Interviews

The interview process and interview questions may vary according to career track and discipline. ... read more