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College student secures degree apprenticeship following industry placement success
9+ hour, 18+ min ago (545+ words) Mohammed Kayani, a T Level student at Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC), has secured a degree apprenticeship with his placement employer after impressing with his performance in industry. Mohammed (pictured), who is studying Digital Support and Security (Cyber Security…...
Aston University launches new master's programme to help businesses benefit from AI
1+ week, 16+ hour ago (376+ words) Aston University is offering a new master's programme designed to build an understanding of how generative artificial intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies can shape business models. The programme - MSc AI for Business Transformation "has been co-developed with industry partners through…...
Milburn interim review a real wake-up call for policymakers " Chamber
1+ week, 4+ day ago (370+ words) A major report into youth unemployment " which warns one in six could be out of work, training or education in five years if no action is taken " should serve as a wake-up call to government, business leaders said today. The…...
University invests in new employer engagement team to connect talent, skills and business growth
1+ week, 6+ day ago (288+ words) University College Birmingham (UCB) is investing in a new business and employer engagement team to expand the way it works with employers, industry partners, alumni and regional stakeholders. The creation of seven new roles marks a significant step forward in…...
Stone plaque marking special human rights anniversary unveiled at Sutton Coldfield College
2+ week, 4+ day ago (343+ words) Sutton Coldfield Amnesty International has unveiled a new stone plaque celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in Paris on 10 December 1948 in the wake of the atrocities of the Second…...
LISTEN: How Executive MBA learning shapes leadership in complex healthcare environments
3+ week, 6+ day ago (235+ words) In the latest episode of Future Faces: The Young Professionals Podcast, listeners hear from Sophia Raja managing partner, at Yardley Wood Health Centre." Sophia holds an executive MBAfrom Arden University and works as an employer advisory board member." In this…...
Aston Business School's Executive MBA makes UK top 10 in prestigious rankings
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (231+ words) Aston Business School has been named in the top10 UK schools in the QS Executive MBA rankings 2026. The programme has achieved the eighth-place ranking in the UK and globally the school ranked 88th, an improvement of one place from 2025. This is the…...
Future Faces announces Arden University as patrons
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (412+ words) Future Faces has announced that Arden University has become a patron, reinforcing its commitment to supporting regional businesses, developing future talent and driving social and economic impact across the region. Following its successful sponsorship of the Future Faces and Greater…...
Aston University's Executive MBA programme ranked first in UK and 12th globally
2+ mon, 2+ day ago (195+ words) The university's Online MBA has also secured the top position in the UK in the latest Global Rankings published by CEO Magazine. CEO Magazine showcases the top business schools from around the globe, and in its latest rankings, Aston University…...
Charity receives "5, 000 to help disadvantaged young people into employment
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (412+ words) A West Midlands charity that helps disadvantaged young people gain employment, education and training has received a "5, 000 donation from business investment specialist UKSE to run an employability skills workshop. Young people aged between 18 and 29 will have the opportunity to take…...