Student Stories & Blog
Finding Purpose Through Numbers: An Interview with Julie Spence, Founder of NOEXSPENCE
05 January 2026 - 5 min read
How to Manage Supply Chain Disruptions
25 March 2026 - 3 min read
A Comprehensive Guide to the Employment Rights Act 2025
28 January 2026 - 5 min read
ICS Learn Welcomes Four New Female Leaders to Drive Excellence in Online Learning Programmes
We're proud to introduce these four exceptional women as leaders of our CIPD and finance training programmes. Find out what this means for our current and future students.
16 December 2025 - 3 min read
Create Your Own Printable Study Planner and Calendar 2026
Download your free printable 2026 study planner that's tailored to your needs, including daily, weekly, monthly and assignment views!
09 December 2025 - 1 min read
Create Your Own Printable HR Planner and Calendar 2026
Save yourself some valuable time and print your own 2026 HR planner and calendar to keep on track and organised throughout the year ahead.
09 December 2025 - 2 min read
The Ultimate List of UK HR Events in 2026 | Human Resources
Looking to stay ahead in 2026? We’ve curated a list of HR events to look out for.
05 December 2025 - 3 min read
Upskill for 2026: Future-Proof Skills You Should Start Learning Now
The pace of the current technological landscape is unlike anything we have experienced before. So, how do we stay relevant when AI is moving so fast?
27 February 2026 - 3 min read
What the Best HR Leaders Are Getting Right in 2026
From AI integration to retention strategies and inclusive cultures, HR teams are being asked to lead on almost every major workplace shift. So, what do leading HR professionals know that we don’t?
01 December 2025 - 5 min read
Top 5 Strategic Skills Employers Want in 2026
Employers want candidates that can take ownership of the workplace. From tech savviness to emotional intelligence, this comprehensive overview will explore the five most desirable skills employers are looking for over the next decade.
28 November 2025 - 5 min read
CIPD Student Stories: Michaela Roberts | CIPD Level 5 Diploma
Michaela secured the role of an HR Advisor, with the agreement that she would complete a CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management. Following the completion of her qualification, she landed a promotion!
28 November 2025 - 1 min read
How to Find and Be a Great Mentor: A Complete Guide to Building Powerful Professional Relationships
Discover practical strategies for building meaningful mentoring relationships – whether you’re a mentor or a mentee – in our jam-packed complete guide.
24 November 2025 - 5 min read
Which CIPD Course Should I Take? Level 3, 5 and 7 Explained
If you’re considering enrolling on a CIPD qualification but don’t know which one to study, we explain everything you need to know about CIPD courses.
19 November 2025 - 5 min read
