Employer engagement
We recently commissioned three studies looking at how organisations and businesses in different sectors can engage more effectively with education.
The sectors we focussed on – the rural economy, the third sector and the creative industries (the latter commissioned in partnership with the Make Your Mark campaign) – were chosen because we believe they have characteristics that will be typical of the future economy.
The studies challenge traditional approaches to work-related learning and examine models of engagement between 14-19 year olds and organisations that provide opportunities for young people to develop some of the skills necessary to succeed in the future.
We have also been able to identify a number of case studies which highlight some of the key benefits for those participating: young people, schools and colleges, businesses and third sector employers.
The full reports will be published on this site at the beginning of September.
| Creative opportunitiesThe creative industries are one of our fastest growing economic sectors. They contribute £60 billion to the UK economy and earn £14.6 billion a year in exports. There has never been a more exciting time for work-related learning in the creative industries. Learning about work, learning through work and learning at work are no longer fringe activities. They are now central to a rounded education for all young people.
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| Third sector opportunitiesBy engaging with the third sector, young people can learn how to operate among the competing pressures of making money, pursuing a mission and creating impact. They can learn how it is possible to do good and still earn a living, and that success can be measured in terms of impact, as well as profit. They can also see that the desire to achieve and succeed exists in not-for-profit organisations as much as it does in any hedge fund or recording studio.
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| Rural opportunitiesThe rural economy exemplifies a number of key features of the future world of work. These include the growth of micro-businesses and self-employment, IT-based products and services, and diversification of traditional industries. Young people have much to benefit from learning about these changes, and the skills and knowledge which fuel them. Just as young people can benefit from learning more about, and taking up opportunities in, the rural economy, rural economies need young people. |
