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
CIPD Student Stories: Kimberley Amaya | CIPD Level 3 Certificate
Kimberley studied the Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice and found the tutor support to be particularly useful as she completed her assignments. Read her story here.
28 August 2025 - 2 min read
CIPD Student Stories: Dave Bell | Level 7 Diploma
Dale leads the HR function for an education learning provider, and previously studied the CIPD Level 5 Diploma in People Management. He's now keen to progress and is completing his Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management with ICS Learn.
26 August 2025 - 2 min read
7 of the Best Career Development Podcasts
Podcasts have surged in popularity in recent years, with millions tuning in daily. They’re a reliable way to stay updated on industry trends, which is why we’ve compiled the top career development podcasts to inspire your professional growth.
25 August 2025 - 4 min read
Benefits and Drawbacks of AI for Writing
The rise of AI has revolutionised many aspects of our lives, some of which refer to the way we now approach writing, both in an academic an professional setting. This blog, however, reviews the benefits, as well as the drawbacks, of the employment of AI for writing.
22 August 2025 - 5 min read
AAT Student Stories: Jessica Nod | AAT Level 2& 3 Combined Certificate
Read how Jessica both gained confidence in her role, and set herself up for future success by completing an AAT Combined Level 2 & 3 Bookkeeping qualification with ICS Learn.
19 August 2025 - 2 min read
Skill Decay: How AI is Making You Worse at Your Job
In this article, we’ll explore a phenomenon known as skill decay and how to use AI in a way that supports your growth rather than replacing it.
18 August 2025 - 3 min read
A Level Student Stories: Carl Borno | A Level Business, Economics and Psychology
Carl studied his A Levels in Business, Economics and Psychology with us. This is how he got along.
15 August 2025 - 2 min read
AAT Student Stories: Rebecca Taylor | AAT Level 3 Diploma
Rebecca not only found her career opportunities grew after putting AAT on her CV, she also returned to ICS Learn for a second time to study the Level 3 Diploma in Accounting.
14 August 2025 - 2 min read
CIPD Student Stories: Georgia McAllister | CIPD Level 5 Diploma
Georgia has the goal of becoming an HR Advisor, and so is currently working towards completing the Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management, while working full-time as a Planning Assistant.
13 August 2025 - 2 min read
CIPD Student Stories: Sarhang Abdul Smin | CIPD Level 5 Diploma
Sarhang was keen to move forward within his role, as a Learning and Development professional. He opted to study a CIPD qualification online, and has enjoyed the flexibility and the knowledge he has gained so far.
11 August 2025 - 2 min read
