In a world where industries are evolving faster than ever, employers face a familiar challenge: finding people with the right skills, at the right time, with the right mindset. Recruitment costs continue to rise, competition for experienced professionals is intense […]
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Balancing a full-time job with professional study can feel overwhelming – especially if you’re already juggling deadlines, meetings, and personal commitments. But thousands of professionals successfully do it every year, and the secret isn’t superhuman discipline. It’s about smart planning,
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The world of procurement and project management never stands still. As we head into 2026, professionals across both disciplines are feeling the pressure – more responsibility, faster decision-making, tighter budgets, and higher expectations from stakeholders. But with challenge comes opportunity.
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2026 is officially here and our January and February CIPS and APM classroom programmes are now open, with live learning options across London and Online. Whether you’re looking to boost your skills, switch up your career direction or finally tick that
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With training budgets under constant pressure, many organisations are looking for ways to develop their workforce without significantly increasing costs. At the same time, skills gaps across procurement, leadership, project management and operations continue to grow. For many UK employers,
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Procurement has changed significantly over the past decade – and that pace of change shows no signs of slowing. As we look ahead to 2026, procurement and supply professionals are expected to do far more than manage suppliers and negotiate
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As we approach the end of 2025, we take a moment to reflect on a year that has, once again, been both challenging and rewarding for the procurement and supply chain profession. Public sector teams have been adapting to
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As organisations look ahead to 2026, one theme is cutting through the noise across every sector: capability. Projects are becoming more complex, resources more stretched, and expectations higher than ever. For many employers, strengthening their project management teams has become
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Exploring Your Options for CIPS and APM Qualifications Choosing the best way to study is just as important as choosing the right qualification. Whether you’re working towards a CIPS qualification or an APM Project Management qualification, the key is finding
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As the festive season approaches, many of us start thinking about meaningful gifts – something that lasts longer than the usual gadgets, novelty jumpers or one-time treats. But what if the most valuable gift you could give yourself or your
