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‘My OU MBA has given me a voice’ says charity CEO

‘My OU MBA has given me a voice’ says charity CEO

Maria, 54, is the CEO of sustainable clothing charity TRAID and credits her Open University MBA qualification with helping her boost her career even further. She’s now focused on using her skills to encourage the next generation of CEOs to champion environmental issues. Maria shares her story so far: “I went to a comprehensive school […]

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Honorary degree for David Harrison as first digital Harrison Centre opens

Honorary degree for David Harrison as first digital Harrison Centre opens

The graduation ceremony took place at the Harrogate Convention Centre in Yorkshire where MBA alumnus David Harrison received his award. He was nominated for the ‘exceptional contribution’ he has made to highlighting the need to improve public understanding of personal finance – an area of work that is of special educational concern to the OU […]

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OU student and Environmental Science student Nicolle

‘My degree will help me change the world for the better’ 

With a desire to change the world, Nicolle, 32, believes that her Environmental Science degree with The Open University will help her do just that. Nicolle discovered her passion for sustainability and environmental issues through her role at electricity and gas utility company National Grid, where she has worked for over 10 years. She says, […]

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Education key to busting menopause myths says leading OU expert

Education key to busting menopause myths says leading OU expert

A long awaited report by an All-Party Parliamentary Group into the menopause has finally been published and it is calling for more urgent help for women. Commenting on the final report of the All Party Parliamentary Group for Menopause’s inquiry published today, Jo Brewis, Professor of People and Organisations at The Open University, said: “Alongside […]

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OU/BBC: The Big Green Money Show returns

OU/BBC: The Big Green Money Show returns

Eco-friendly podcast The Big Green Money Show is back, examining the way some businesses are becoming greener. Presented by Dragons’ Den’s Deborah Meaden, the 11-part OU/BBC series will be tackling questions such as, ‘can capitalism ever be green’ and ‘how to have a greener funeral’ amongst many others. The programme airs weekly on Radio 5 […]

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Cost-of-living boost for OU students with chance to win £500 from Santander Universities

Cost-of-living boost for OU students with chance to win £500 from Santander Universities

Back for a second year running, the OU is teaming up with Santander Universities to offer 20 lucky students the chance to win £500 cash in a free draw. To enter, students need to be currently enrolled, be based in the UK, and then sign up via Santander’s Becas platform here.  Enrolment is open now […]

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OU Student Ian Muirhead

From Army veteran to space scientist

When Open University graduate Ian Muirhead isn’t searching for moons and exoplanets, he’s inspiring the next generation of space scientists to reach for the stars. It’s a career he never dreamed possible when he left school at 15 without any qualifications. Over 20 years’ on and Ian tells us he couldn’t be happier making the […]

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Three exceptional individuals honoured at OU degree ceremony in London

Three exceptional individuals honoured at OU degree ceremony in London

A disability rights campaigner, a champion of life-long learning, and a musician who is diversifying the world of classical music, all received honorary degrees from The Open University in ceremonies at the Barbican Centre. Over four thousand guests and 1,200 graduates gathered in the Grade II listed building in the City of London for four […]

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International Development graduate Kieran

Career or qualifications? Chase both, says globetrotting consultant

When Kieran Griffin dropped out of college at 16, he never imagined he would carve out an international career supporting communities around the world. Or that he could achieve it all while also gaining a degree with The Open University. After completing his International Studies degree while globe-trotting, Kieran, now 28, shares his story so […]

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The rise and fall of Topshop. OU/BBC series lifts the lid on iconic brand’s fall from grace

The rise and fall of Topshop. OU/BBC series lifts the lid on iconic brand’s fall from grace

The story of how a huge fashion brand fell dramatically to earth is the subject of a new two-part OU/BBC co–production. Through the testimony of insiders as well as fashion and investigative journalists, Trouble at Topshop explores how the brand is transformed by a group of young, talented, and creative women, into a mecca for […]

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