The corporate virtual university model outlined in this paper embraces the workplace learning paradigm, but not in an exclusive sense. It seeks to understand the roles of academic and professional institutions as external forces in developing rigorous models of virtual corporate universities that meet the learning needs of individuals and organizations. This approach is enhanced by our ability to support knowledge creation and disseminate knowledge using electronic communications infrastructure.
Observes the increasing influence of new communications technologies on information transfer and business practices, and highlights features of the Internet which could prove essential for marketing managers and academic researchers. Spotlights new developments, such as the "virtual university" model, which can provide cost-effective management learning programs, and concludes that the Internet has much to offer, particularly for global companies.
Individuals worldwide are seeking to remain relevant and effective through learning which, if not actually continuous, is an integral part of their working life. Organizations are increasingly recognizing the need to compete on the basis of collective learning and the ability to apply this learning in practice. Technology is increasingly an enabler in this ongoing learning process. Pioneering institutions are developing architectures that support individual and organizational learning. World‐class development programmes are being delivered using the “virtual university” model. So too is support for lifelong learning. Issues being addressed include: creating, maintaining and distributing courseware; ensuring access to current and archival literature; programme supervision and the development of a community of learning. Claims further benefits for scholars of electronic publishing are being realized, but much potential remains untapped.
Purpose -This paper aims to provide a case study of how engineering skills gaps are being addressed by Murray & Roberts in South Africa. Design/methodology/approach -The paper focuses on skills challenges in South Africa from a reflective practitioner perspective, exploring a case example from an industry leader. Findings -The paper explores how Murray & Roberts, within the context of the broader construction industry in South Africa, has addressed skills shortages with an integrated, multi-faceted approach with more general application.Research limitations/implications -The integrated approach to labour mobilization and development proposed has been successful in addressing major infrastructure construction projects. Further research will be needed to establish its broader application. Originality/value -The paper pragmatically addresses live skills challenges, exploring creative solutions to the scarcity of skilled construction labour experience.
In 1994, Anbar Electronic Intelligence and the British Library collaborated to produce the definitive source of management material. The result is the launch of the Anbar Management Intelligence (AMI) Service in 1996. Outlines the development of the journal accreditation process created to ensure high quality coverage for AMI.
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