Birmingham Newman University Shortlisted for Best Employability Strategy Award
We are thrilled to announce that Birmingham Newman University has been shortlisted for the targetjobs National Graduate Recruitment Awards in the category of Best University Employability Strategy.
This recognition is a testament to our unwavering commitment and our approach to student employability being personalised, holistic and student focused.
Dan Tasker, Director of Student Success said “I’m delighted the team has been nominated for this prestigious award. It highlights the innovative and student-centred work we do here at Birmingham Newman and how much we prioritise and value employability”.
Employability is seen as the responsibility of the whole University community, underpinning our strategic aims, aligned with our dedication to creating opportunities for students from all backgrounds.
Our vision is for our students and graduates to realise and fulfil their ambitions and career goals in their lives and equip them with the agility to adapt to a rapidly changing labour market.
We empower our students to become well-informed, experienced, ambitious and articulate individuals through centralised and integrated activities. The Careers and Employability Service is part of our Student Success team, and we work collaboratively to break down barriers to success.
Collaboration with academics is crucial and underpinned by our LINK model, recognising the importance of life-wide experience, integrating employability, networking and knowledge of the world of work.
Jo Hill, Interim Executive Dean – Faculty of Education and Chair of the Employability and Progression Task Group commented “As Chair of the Employability and Progression Task Group at Birmingham Newman, I am thrilled that our work around employability is being recognised for this prestigious award. Our Careers and Employability Service is fundamental in the work we have done with programme teams enhancing employability within each course curriculum”.
Being shortlisted for this award highlights the hard work and dedication of our Careers and Employability Service, Director and Deputy Directors of Student Success, Employability and Progression Task Group members, faculties, wider staff, students and graduates. It is a celebration of our innovative and collaborative approach towards employability.
Melissa Clarke, Careers Manager added “We are proud to be recognised on a national level and remain committed to empowering our students to achieve their career aspirations and goals no matter what their background”.
