Claudine Cassar began her professional journey in business, earning a BSc in Business and Computing from the University of Malta, followed by an MSc in International Marketing from the University of Strathclyde and an MPhil in Innovation from Maastricht Business School. At the age of 23, she founded her first company, which she successfully sold to Deloitte 17 years later.
At 45, Claudine made a bold career shift, returning to university to pursue a degree in Anthropology. Three years later, she graduated with a BA (Hons) in Anthropological Sciences from the University of Malta.
In 2022, she published her debut book, “The Battle for Sicily’s Soul“, which describes the history of the Sicilian Mafia from its beginnings in the 1800s to the present day and provides an in-depth look at the impact that Cosa Nostra has had on the Sicily’s culture and society.
Articles by Claudine Cassar
Bronislaw Malinowski – The Father of Field Research
Bronislaw Malinowski was a Polish-born anthropologist who pioneered participant observation as an ethnographic method.
What are the key components of the anthropological perspective?
Anthropology is the study of human commonalities and diversity. There are three key components of the anthropological perspective – they are comparative or cross-cultural studies, holism and cultural relativism.
Émile Durkheim – The Father of Sociology and His Contributions to Anthropology
Emile Durkheim was a ground-breaking thinker who made significant contributions to both sociology and anthropology. His work is still studied and debated by scholars around the world.
The Yakuza – Japan’s Notorious Organized Crime Syndicate
While they may be notorious criminals, there is no denying that the yakuza are a fascinating part of Japanese culture with a long and storied history. They are unique in both their structure and their relationship to Japanese society. Even though they are in decline, it is unlikely that they will disappear completely anytime soon.
International Development Organisations and their focus on school-based education
The UN Development Programme (UNDP) has earmarked education as a crucial catalyst of long-term development,
Unravelling the Mysteries of Ancient Egyptian Symbols of Death
Ancient Egyptian symbols of death are steeped in mystery but offer us valuable insight into how this civilization viewed life, mortality, and what lies beyond our own world here on Earth.
Legends and Folklore about Vampires in Europe
Whatever your beliefs about vampires may be, there is no doubt that they have played a significant role in European folklore for many years.
Moving Beyond Band-Aid Solutions: A Call for Sustainable, Locally-led Development Strategies
It is an unfortunate fact that many projects run by international development organisations are often beset with serious problems that can cause them to fail.
The Power and Perpetuity of Dynasties: The Characteristics of Family Rule
A dynasty is a line of hereditary rulers, typically from the same family. They are often considered to be the most powerful and prestigious family in a given society.
Exploring the Origins and Forms of Democracy – The Power of Citizen Participation
Democracy originated in ancient Greece. Athens, in particular, was known for its democratic system in which all male citizens could vote and participate in government.
