Not sure what path to take once you leave school? Worried about choosing the 'right' option? Don't panic! Faced with mounting student debt, and stories of graduates left without a job, it's understandable to ask whether going to uni is REALLY worth it. Other paths into the workplace are now well-established, and graduates report feeling ill equipped for the world of work. So, is going to uni the right choice for you? This practical guide will help you find your answer. Author Michael Tefula helps you consider this decision from several perspectives, and includes the stories and advice of students that have chosen a range of different paths. With practical exercises that will guide you through the decision-making process, Is Going to Uni Worth It? will help you: - Decide what path to take if you don't know what career you're aiming for - Deal with parent and teacher expectations about your future - Consider whether apprenticeships offer a strong enough alternative to a degree - Work out the real price tag of each path - Take into account your learning preference and ideal work environment This book will lead you to a well-thought-out answer to one of the biggest decisions you will ever make.

Combining the experience of over a dozen successful graduate entrepreneurs with the latest thinking and research on the subject, this book makes students and graduates aware of the benefits of starting their own business and offers a practical introduction to the world of entrepreneurship. It takes students step-by-step through the process, from generating ideas and crafting a business model through to raising finance and launching their business. Activities and exercises provide students with the opportunity to put pen to paper and test their new business knowledge. This is an essential resource for enterprising students or graduates from any discipline with an interest in starting a business of their own.