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Business and employers

With almost three-quarters of our students in employment, The Open University in Scotland is at the forefront of ensuring people in the workforce have the opportunities they need to develop and update their skills. Increased skills, employability, and productivity are vital for the economy.

Business people in conversation

Why the OU for your organisation? 

We support Scotland's employers by providing exceptional learning, development, recruitment and consultancy solutions.

A female engineer at work

Upskilling Scotland

Accessible upskilling opportunities are provided by the OU for individuals and businesses across Scotland.

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Social work

Social workers across Scotland have trained through the OU's highly regarded social work qualifications. 

OU nursing graduate Julie

Nursing

Scotland's healthcare providers are benefitting from OU programmes enabling their staff to become nurses.