Success stories

Discover how organisations are achieving measurable results through partnerships with The Open University.

From closing critical skills gaps to accelerating leadership capability, explore concise, insight-led success stories that highlight real-world outcomes.


Apprenticeships offer progression for all

See how Buckinghamshire Council and the OU use digital apprenticeships to bridge skills gaps, offering flexible degree-level training that boosts staff career progression.

19th February 2026

Supporting entrepreneurial growth

Discover how AFTA Studios scaled their startup with the OU’s Open Business Creators. Learn how flexible degrees and mentoring empower female entrepreneurs to succeed.

19th February 2026

Developing learning and skills through digital apprenticeships

See how Olamalu uses OU digital apprenticeships to build a pipeline of software engineers, solving tech talent gaps with flexible "earn and learn" degree qualifications.

19th February 2026

Developing the next generation of nurses

Discover how Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS FT and the OU use nursing apprenticeships to beat rural talent shortages and "grow their own" skilled, local healthcare teams.

19th February 2026
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