Political Sciences Jobs and SalariesI University of Cape Town I S02 EP 03

[@langutamacheke2412]

This podcast hits home! I studied Social sciences, up to Honours level. In my junior degree, Political Science was one of my majors. And my Honours was in Industrial Sociology. This was in the 90s. After that I did a Diploma in Business Development, Project Management, etc. My high school background, I did Commercial subjects, i.e. Accounting, Economics, Business Economics. My working background, I have vast experience in the Banking Industry. I am a Management Consultant, involved in big, strategic and IT projects across banks. My Social sciences background plays a huge role in what I do.

[@liferesetwithboni]

That's good to hear, but do you think it can happen to the recent graduates? I think sometimes it's not the degree but what's happening in the country. Remember, a long time ago, you could get a job with any degree. Today, too mamy have degrees, unlike in the 90s, plus the economy is so bad..

[@langutamacheke2412]

@@liferesetwithboni I agree with you, there is a lot happening and many degrees available. For e.g. back then IT was unheard of. My suggestion is that graduates need to be open to work in other industries. The experience will guide them into doing other studies and not only focus on their field of study.

[@liferesetwithboni]

​@langutamacheke2412 Yeah, this degree is not cut and stone, so they have to be creative as I've mentioned on the video.

[@liferesetwithboni]

Hi guy, here is your time stamp but I would like to encourage you to watch most of the video and all points are connected to the other. 00:00 Guest Introduction and what you can expect from this video. 01:29 Senzo shares how he got his first job? Job hunting struggles 05:17 First job salary 06:33 Is Social Sciences useless? What can you do with the degree? 11:16 Can Senzo recommend social sciences degree? 14:49 His rough high school experience 16:52 Did he have a clear career plan? 18:09 His current job 19:54 Current job salary as a Strategic Projects Director 21:46 Soft Skills required for the social sciences industry 24:29 Advice for graduates and young professionals (Networking and positioning) Thanks and please like the video if you found value!

[@mihlevumijojo7249]

A social science degree in building a person, the skills acquired makes a person to be able to survive in any invironment. They can hold a conversation in any field. Best degree but not when to are hungry or want a short cut to money.

[@liferesetwithboni]

Where do you work?

[@Treasure_Tshabalala]

I'm soo glad you released this video Sis Boni. I am also a Public Policy and Administration major at UCT and I feel confident with where I'm going and the outcome I am going to get. I've always seen people comment on your Tiktok videos about how useless they believe the Humanities and Social Sciences to be. I believe it needs one to be informed and creative when picking their majors ey. I also think a lot of people have extremely unrealistic expectations about the jobs and salaries they'll get after varsity. The job Senzo was gunning for requires 10 years+ experience and I can tell you as someone who checks weekly that firstly there's jobs and secondly a very good salary. The government also provides comprehensive information about how the career path of an educated, qualified public servant progresses and they're looking for professionals within the public sector, hence there's a whole degree which is offered to produce such professionals. Great video as always Sisi, and thank you for keeping us informed.

[@liferesetwithboni]

Thanks Treasure, I hope more people will see this video. Do share with others. By the way, do you know Mr Treasure Tshabalala? The radio guy

[@Treasure_Tshabalala]

@@liferesetwithboni I'll make sure to share it with my classmates so we can ease our nerves just a bit. Yes I've heard of Treasure Tshabalala haha

[@liferesetwithboni]

​@@Treasure_Tshabalalalol, and thanks for sharing.

[@KaizeryMokoena]

Completed my politics and international relations degree in 2020, and now i work part time as a construction worker. And i still use my pay to apply for jobs but still no luck. The degree is completely useless. I've been applying for almost 5 years and i just regret wasting 4years of my life for nothing.

[@BokamosoEsemang]

Hello Aunty Boni . I love your youtube channel - its inspiring . I am an aspiring architect/designer . May you please do an interview with an architect or draftsman or a person whom is working in that field of work .

[@liferesetwithboni]

Noted ✅️

[@jakalasi7540]

Hi sis Boni.👋 Can you interview tax practitioners/professional.. or maybe a payslip video.

[@liferesetwithboni]

Okay, a payslip may be easier.

[@liferesetwithboni]

Okay, a payslip may be easier.

[@pinkydlamini2405]

I have a political Science degree and I'm working as an online English teacher. I have never had a relevant job!!!

[@liferesetwithboni]

What were you doing before?

[@pinkydlamini2405]

I've had jobs here and there. Sales, call centre, admin, project management. Nothing major. Graduated 2013. I have applied for internships until now I'm too old for internships.

[@pinkydlamini2405]

I think Senzo was lucky. I think Social Science is not advisable. You need to know someone who knows someone.

[@NitroMandyyt]

I have Honors in Social Science in Political Studies. Not yet employed in it

[@NitroMandyyt]

Excuse me for budging. May you share which platform did you use for English teaching I have Tefl too

[@RemoboneComagae]

Hi ma'am, can you please do some videos on BAgric and agriculture job opportunities

[@liferesetwithboni]

Haven't received anything from that space but will try.

[@pinkydlamini2405]

How does one get hold of Senzo because he says he is always hiring

[@liferesetwithboni]

I haven't confirmed if I can give out his LinkedIn or not, .

[@liferesetwithboni]

Check description box for the LinkedIn link.

[@LM-he7eb]

Ilifa Labantwana

[@tafadzwamatambo6426]

Hiii Boni may I please ask about diesel mechanic opportunities, whether jobs or apprenticeship programs... Nationally and internationally 👏👏please ma'am, I'll be soo Soo grateful. Thank you in advance

[@liferesetwithboni]

I don't know of any job opportunities at the moment .

[@tafadzwamatambo6426]

@@liferesetwithboni alright thank you. I have a sister whose supposed to be in second year this year, first year NSFAS paid for everything, but this year, she can't log into her account, it saysshe should appload details of parents but when she apploads it says "international" and not allowed, she tried registering on the new platform, it says account already exist

[@liferesetwithboni]

​@tafadzwamatambo6426 I don't have that type of information. Trying contacting your nearest office..

[@LM-he7eb]

Come on Bonnie, SupaTsela🤣🤣

[@liferesetwithboni]

Yazi angiyibuki I TV 🤣🤣🤣never heard of it, I'm a Soul City gang.

[@LM-he7eb]

What was the school in YizoYizo called? @@liferesetwithboni