PBS eHub
At Pearson Business School, we believe that learning goes beyond the classroom. Our PBS eHub is packed with essential online learning resources and opportunities for professional development, so you can continue to learn from the comfort of your own home.
TEDxPCL
Last Autumn at Pearson Business School we hosted our first ever virtual TED x PCL event. It was a fantastic, motivational event with a vast range of topics varying from ‘The advantages of being disadvantaged’ and ‘The power of meaningful networking’ to and ‘The science of online dating’.
The talks were be given by academics who shared their advice about taking your next steps and creating awareness of various different subjects.
Why Now is the Time to Unlearn Everything We've Been Taught About Work
Sofia Lindman | TEDxPCL
When the world becomes your office, there comes a truly freeing feeling. After battling illness and mourning Sofia came to a life-changing realisation that she wanted to become a digital nomad. From remote villages in Kazakstan to the Sri Lankan jungles, Sofia is making the most of the world and invites you to do so as
well.
The Advantages of Being 'Disadvantaged'
Samuel Okusaga | TEDxPCL
Many children grow up around the world in sub-ideal conditions. Sam’s story starts in South East London where he shared a bed with his brother, dreaming of one day living in a house with a garden. From visualisation to world class mentors, Sam has used that tough upbringing to his advantage and serves as an inspiration to youngsters everywhere.
The Science of Online Dating
Bella Glanville | TEDxPCL
The eternal search for true love continues to boggle scientists’ minds to such a point they created algorithms for it. What if those algorithms were actually gunk? Some psychological studies suggest they might be. This talk discusses the scientific theories behind the personas that we find on the internet, and what makes an online relationship sustainable vs unendurable.
The Secret Upside of Dyslexia: Not a Disability but a Superpower
Ryan Conlan | TEDxPCL
5% to 10% of the global population have Dyslexia, yet it is still seen as a disability. Ryan recounts comic tales to shed light on the fact Dyslexia has many advantages, some of the greatest creatives have Dyslexia. The world shouldn’t see it as a negative trait but rather a driver for creativity, problem solving and innovation.
The Joy of Being Naïve
Chris Jones | TEDxPCL
In an age where humans are living longer and longer, why limit yourself to the one profession? Especially considering the addition of skills throughout industries leads to massive innovation. Chris explains how being naive can be a fantastic driver for creativity and growth.
Trial & Error to CEO
Lucy Ainsworth-Taylor | TEDxPCL
Lucy, like most young people wasn’t sure what she wanted to do later on in life. Lucy wasn’t sure either. Through hard work, trial, error and a sprinkle of luck, she wound up running her own VFX firm. From Harry Potter to Game of Thrones to James Bond, Lucy recounts her journey to success. This energetic and encouraging talk covers Lucy's extraordinary journey…
The Enterprise Festival EDU
Our EDU series of The Enterprise Festival is perfect for school and college aged students interested in pursuing a career in Business. Whether you feel passionate about starting up your own business or you dream about working within a large corporation, these event recordings will help you understand how to get started.
Making money out of your passion
In this episode, we were joined by fashion trend forecasting start-up, AllEyes, in an interactive workshop. They showed us how to work through a business idea to ensure it makes you money!
How to make an impact
In this video we explored how to stand out and make an impact in the industry. Whether you have a unique business idea or simply need some advice to help you stand out from the crowd, this video will provide you with the tips and tricks of the trade.
Where do I start
Whilst many of us have brilliant ideas for future businesses, knowing where to start when turning dreams into reality can be a challenge. We were joined by a panel of inspiring entrepreneurs who gave their advice and talked about their own experiences.
Netwalking - network while you are walking
The importance of networking
Even in lockdown our industry engagement hasn't stopped. Lisa Giles, Director of Centre for Industry Engagement at Pearson College London, has hosted a series of podcasts inviting students, alumni and staff from the college to discuss the importance of networking in your career.
Catching up with Suzanne Rice
Suzanne talks to Lisa about winning a Green Card, her philosophy of "CAN" before "‘CAN`T", how data – and indeed life – is just like a jigsaw puzzle and missing Murphys.
What Employers Want
Alex Berka from Quacquarelli Symonds posed this question to 13,000 employers & 78,000 students. Listen in for insights about skills gaps, loving data & the importance of emotial marketing.
It's a huMAN’s world…
Tracey Gilbert, UK & Ireland Leader, Enterprise Strategy & iX at IBM join Lisa in a fascinating discussion, moving from Human Centred Design & Rapid Transformation to Emperor Penguins.
Train hard; fight easy
Lisa talks to Andrew Siredzuk, a recent PCL Business Management Graduate, who is about to embark on a career as an officer in the British Army.
How to get the internship you deserve
Lisa talks to Adeola - a recent PBS graduate, Simon Tucker - an Entrepreneur and Amy Moore - PCL's Internship Scheme Manager, about how best to find the perfect internship.
CMDA - Insights from the Inside
Lisa is joined by three Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship students at various stages of the programme, to see what insights they have for anyone interested in apprenticeships.
Catch up with our Alumni
We've been catching up with some of our alumni over lockdown to find out what they've been up to since graduating. We love to hear about their success... from setting up their own businesses to working at large corporations such as Bloomberg!
Listen in to find out what they wished they'd known when they were studying their degree, before setting up a business or during their first job applications!
Andrea Valente
Financial Analyst, Bloomberg
Business Management with Entrepreneurship Alumni
Chris Achiampong
Client Executive, IBM
Chartered Manager Degree Apprentice
Emily Hale
Founder of Build & Breathe Pilates
Business Management with Entrepreneurship Alumni
Rea Averill
CEO, Agency A
Business Management with Marketing Alumni
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'Virtually' join us at a live event
Studying with us is a bit different to your traditional university. We are a small boutique institution and you'll learn at the heart of a FTSE 100 company. Although you can't come and see us in our bustling central London location at the moment, our events team are working hard to provide an exciting itinerary of virtual events to fit around your busy schedule!
On-demand Open Day
Take a look at our On-demand Open Day and access our content whenever suits you. This page is bursting with resources including: videos covering our business subjects; the admissions process and accommodation options; a virtual tour of our campus as well as the chance to hear from our alumni and current students about life in London.
Try before you buy at a Taster Day
Our online Taster Days are the perfect opportunity to get a real taste for our industry-designed degrees. You’ll get to learn more about Business Management, Marketing, Finance and Entrepreneurship, as well as experiencing what a typical online seminar is like for Pearson Business School students.