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You could be what employers need

When planning your future, make informed decisions by keeping up with labour market news and information. The OU’s Business Barometer surveyed 1289 organisations about the UK skills landscape. The Barometer reports on the impact of issues like Brexit, inflation, and lack of infrastructure. Remember that with the right tools and knowledge of the labour market, […]

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Take control and futureproof your career

The world of work has always been subject to change, but in recent years it feels as though the pace of change has snowballed and this can make the future feel uncertain for many of us. The pandemic dramatically transformed the way a lot of people work. Remote and hybrid working is now part of […]

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What’s it like to work in the FinTech industry?

Still discovering where your OU study may take you or are you already exploring career pathways? Ever thought about the rapidly-expanding world of the technology-driven innovative financial sector, or ‘FinTech’ for short? We asked the NatWest Rapid Cash‘s CEO, Julie Ashmore Dann, to give us the low-down on careers in this exciting growth sector: Find […]

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How to impress employers in applications

As a current or recent OU student, you have strengths and skills from life and study that employers want. But they also love people who show an interest in their business. Employers are people too. Here’s how to show you care. 1. Talk with employers at live events Employers tell us they love candidates who’ve […]

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Navigate your future with Labour Market Intelligence (LMI)

It’s not surprising that many of us feel uncertain about the job market and the future of our careers when the pandemic has affected so much of our working lives. The labour market is ever-changing terrain. Understanding how and why things are changing will help you navigate it, find current and future opportunities and build […]

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