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Year 11 & 6th Form School leavers are invited to join The Business Academy. Gain access to career opportunities in the world of business!

Find out about a range of local jobs in business with access to a real career route across Marketing, Social Media, Sales, Office Support, HR, Finance, Purchasing and many more!

The Business Academy opens doors for school leavers interested in a career in business and allows you to explore careers you may have never considered!

The Business Academy supports school leavers to begin a career in the world of business. You will gain direct access to real jobs with a clear mapped out career progression route. These opportunities are underpinned by a recognised Level 3 business apprenticeship.

This is a fully funded program where you will gain a qualification to help you progress in your chosen career path. You will attend classroom based learning at System People training centre in Carlisle one day a month in addition to online learning during paid work time.

Entry Requirements
You must hold a GCSE Grade C/3 in Maths and English to gain a place on the program.

Why join The Business Academy?

Receive a 1-2-1 career coaching session with a qualified Business expert to help you discover what direction you would be best suited to explore for your first career move. Understand different industries and sectors you may never have thought about before!

Understand the real earning potential behind a career in business. Discover the range of salaries on offer in different specialisms and departments including marketing, sales, finance, office support and more!

Gain access to a variety of employers who are looking to hire school leavers into real career opportunities with substance! Apply for exclusive vacancies.

Receive access to professional interview training & tips to increase your chances of securing that perfect job!