The power of degree apprenticeships
One of the defining features of the current job market is the difficulty many sectors are having in recruiting and retaining fresh talent. In the growing logistics industry, we require a steady supply of new recruits to keep up with demand for our services.
Decisive action must follow the warm words about degree apprenticeships
Decisive action must follow the warm words about degree apprenticeships
Degree apprenticeships can’t be allowed to become elitist
A new report published recently by the social mobility charity the Sutton Trust, has claimed that higher-level apprenticeships are being snapped up by the middle classes and have become as sought after as a traditional university degree.
The UK’s leading entrepreneurial university is in Sheffield – what does this mean for the city and region?
The UK’s leading entrepreneurial university is in Sheffield – what does this mean for the city and region?
Investing in leadership skills is vital for business resilience
As we head into 2024, small businesses across our region, and the country, are facing myriad challenges. Rising costs, recruitment and retention issues, the climate emergency, pressure to achieve net zero and geopolitical uncertainty to name a few.
Business schools have key role to play in growing our economy
As Britain stands on the cusp of potential political change, our nation faces significant economic challenges. With stagnant growth and constrained public finances, the next government – regardless of its political stripe – must prioritise revitalising our economy.
South Yorkshire’s ‘overlooked’ food and drink manufacturing sector worth £434m – new report
A new report reveals that South Yorkshire’s food and drink manufacturing sector plays a significant role in the local economy, generating £434 million in economic output and providing 9,000 jobs across 170 businesses.
Sheffield Hallam University celebrates more than 200 successful Knowledge Transfer Partnerships
Sheffield Hallam University is celebrating the successful delivery of more than 200 Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs) - the transformative programme that connects academia and industry to drive innovation.
Sheffield Universities launch Innovation Network to boost South Yorkshire’s growth
A network that is set to boost growth and innovation throughout South Yorkshire has been launched by the University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University.
New £2.7m research and development facility set to support regional businesses
Sheffield Hallam University has officially launched a new £2.7million research and development facility which will support regional businesses to innovate and grow.