Institute of Directors (IoD) Development Progrmme

Title of Case Study

Institute of Directors (IoD) Development Programme

Subject

Business, Accounting and Economics

Need Identified

To raise the workplace skills and aspirations of BAE (Business, Accounting and Economics) students, and to apply learnt concepts to real-world situations.

Case Study

This pathway is designed to complement students' academic studies, equipping them with the key skills, knowledge and understanding to successfully undertake practical, hands-on project management tasks.

The programme encourages peer group support whilst working with local businesses to solve challenging and stimulating real-world scenarios. Participants receive an IoD membership and are awarded a formal certificate on successful completion.

Worth Mentioning

The programme encompasses three aspects. Lunchtime mentoring, internal business problem-solving and external project (linked to partnership organisations).

Impact

Skills, aspiration, team working, communication, networking.

Resources Required

IoD student membership (£50)