PR industry among first to launch Master’s-level degree apprenticeships
The apprenticeship will be designed to ensure apprentices can become press officers, communications managers or account managers
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DPG to lead UK delegation at the biggest L&D show
The programme includes more than 300 workshops, focusing on career development, global human resource development, human capital, instructional design, leadership development, learning technologies, learning measurement and analytics, management and the science of learning
Call for outstanding apprenticeship programmes
As National Apprenticeship Week draws to a close, organisations with outstanding apprenticeship programmes are encouraged to enter this year’s TJ Awards. NAW was established by the National Apprenticeship Service (NAS) to celebrate apprenticeships and the positive impact they have on individuals,…
Eight in ten organisations now employ at least one young person, says CIPD
The number of organisations who employ young people (aged 16-24) has risen to almost eight in ten (79 per cent), compared to less than three quarters (73 per cent) last year. New data from the CIPD, the professional body for…
UK employees demand more from digital technology, survey finds
The benefits digital brings to an organisation, and to the people working within it, were made clear by the employees surveyed
Santander announces record number of apprentices
The bank will be launching its new apprenticeship scheme in the second half of 2015 to support the new Trailblazers Apprenticeship framework introduced by the government. The new scheme will be available to a wider age range; helping younger people…
What goes into your personal brand?
What goes into your personal brand? Jennifer Holloway shares her thoughts with GivebackUK
UK businesses could gain additional £18bn revenue from apprenticeships
Today’s research highlights a number of other financial benefits firms employing apprentices can enjoy, such as increased long-term productivity. A typical apprentice delivers productivity gains of more than £10,000 per annum, rising to almost double that in the construction and planning,…
Don’t let apprenticeships ‘stall’ for small businesses, says skills education provider
According to the Federation of Small Business, last year SMEs employed 15.2 million people, almost half of the UK workforce. So it’s clear to see why it’s vital their needs are met if we are to have a truly effective…
Lovell apprentice
Regeneration specialist Lovell reveals how an apprenticeship can become a life-changing opportunity
