Human Resources Blog

ICS Learn Case Study: Veolia Industries | CIPD Courses

Our CIPD Level 7 Diploma has equipped Peter Davis with the HR skills and confidence he needed to make a real, positive difference to his workplace.

The Business Case for Employee Wellness Programmes

With World Health Day on the way this weekend, we're placing a spotlight on the business case for wellness programmes and their effect in the workplace.

ICS Learn Case Study: Itad Ltd

HR Advisor with Itad Ltd, Jane Stanton, studied two of our CIPD courses. She was able to study around her schedule, without disruption to her working week.

HR Career Advice from... HR Consultant Natalie Ellis

Successful HR consultant Natalie shares her advice on building a network, choosing the right company, and how to stand out in the brave new world of HR.

HR Career Advice from... Senior HR Officer Charles Goff-Deakins

Senior HR Officer Charles Goff-Deakins shares his advice on landing your first HR role, progressing in the HR industry and developing your skills.

6 Ways to Improve Your Work-Life Balance

We review 6 ways to improve your life moving forward in a way that will best suit you, both personally and professionally.

CIPD Student Stories: Katy Foster | CIPD Level 5 Review

Looking to make a career change after she had her son, Katy used her skills to switch to an HR role and took on a CIPD Level 5 Diploma to develop further.

How to Find a Mentor in HR

We all need a bit of career direction sometimes. Use these simple techniques to help you find the perfect mentor to advance your HR career.

CIPD Student Stories: Patricia Noon | CIPD Level 5 Review

After a tough go due to the pandemic, Patricia decided she wanted to change her career and thus took on a CIPD Level 5 Diploma in People Management with us.

6 Proven Strategies for Building Your HR Network Naturally

Nurture your professional contacts and create lasting relationships to improve your career with these 6 evidence-based networking techniques.