Need a university degree to get a good job? Not for much longer

Debate over broadening meritocracy and creating more pathways for success in Singapore is giving way to concrete action from the public, private and people sectors.

Reforming the relationship between education and work will take much more than official fiat. PHOTO: ST FILE
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An odd trend has emerged over the past six months. 

Last week, the Monetary Authority of Singapore launched an $8 million grant to attract polytechnic graduates to the finance sector and fund internships, apprenticeships and academic sponsorships for polytechnic graduates and students.

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