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Supporting the Greater Birmingham Chamber of Commerce Awards

Professor Julian Beer, Deputy Vice-Chancellor at Birmingham City University (BCU), tells us about the University’s sup...

BCU to host international event highlighting the potential of magnesium

Birmingham City University (BCU) is hosting a special collaborative event highlighting the potential contribution of ma...

Business School academic contributes to good work report

A Birmingham City Business School lecturer is contributing to a national initiative that assesses good work practices ...

New programme to help students and graduates bring businesses to life

STEAMhouse is launching an exciting new programme offering students and graduates the opportunity to earn part of a £1...

First UK apprenticeship in fire engineering growing

A fire engineering degree apprenticeship – the first of its kind in the UK – is growing its student and employer base ...

University to host event showcasing student and graduate startup success

Birmingham City University is hosting a celebration evening to showcase the fantastic student and graduate-led busines...

New work experience programme for Business Management students

Careers+ have partnered with the Faculty of Business, Law and Social Sciences to design and deliver a new placement pr...

BCU graduate launches sustainable stationery business

A Birmingham City University alumna is looking to make a mark with the launch of her new sustainable stationery busine...

University wins award for excellence in diversity and inclusion

Birmingham City University is celebrating after winning an award for its continued effort to break down barriers and w...

Businesses discuss BCU's mentoring programme

BCU's Professional Mentoring Programme is back. To celebrate, current mentors on the scheme discuss the benefits that t...

New project investigates SME supply chain challenges

A new research project is investigating challenges within modern manufacturing supply chains, as well as investigating...

University collaborates with high-profile Indian organisation for business masterclass

BCU is collaborating with The Lala Bahadur Chand Munjal Foundation to host an event offering expert advice on starting ...

Supporting social media company in growing their brand

Nonsensical – an ever-growing social media agency with an array of successful channels – have provided valuable micro-...

Four benefits of professional mentoring

Looking for ways to give back and build your skills and contacts at the same time? Birmingham City University (BCU)’s p...

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